Lagos Lawmakers urge Buhari to rejig security architecture
Following incessant security challenges across Nigeria, members of the Lagos state House of Assembly have called on the President of Nigeria, Present Muhammadu Buhari to rejig the security architecture so as to address the spate of killings and violence in the country.
Seme Customs hands over illicit drugs to NDLEA
In continuation of the robust improvement in inter-agency cooperation between the Nigeria Customs Service, NCS, and the Nigerian Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, the Seme Customs Command recently handed over seized 232 parcels of Cannabis Sativa otherwise locally known as Indian Hemp to officials of the NDLEA, Lagos Command.
DPR commits to deepening human capacity in Nigeria’s oil industry
… Auwalu bags OGTAN’s award By Michael Eboh The Department of Petroleum Resources (DPR), yesterday, vowed to continue in its quest to deepen human capacity and boost skills development in the Nigerian oil and gas industry. In a statement in Abuja, Director and Chief Executive Officer of the DPR, Engineer Sarki Auwalu, also assured that […]
Attack on Uzodinma: Security situation in Imo worrisome, youth group says
Asks FG to fish out perpetrators in 48 hours By Chris Ochayi Youth leaders in the country have issued the Federal Government a 48-hour ultimatum to arrest and bring to justice the perpetrators of attacks on the home of the Governor of Imo State, Chief Hope Uzodinma. Operating under the aegis of Nigerian Youth Congress, […]
7 members of former Italian guerilla group detained in France
Seven people who had been convicted in Italy for terrorist acts as members of the Red Brigades, a former Italian far-left guerilla group, have been arrested in France. Investigators were still searching for three further suspects, the Elysee Palace said in Paris on Wednesday. READ ALSO: Confusion as Imo govt house, two other places named […]
Nollywood veterans reunite at GOTNI Leadership Masterclass
GOTNI Leadership Centre played host to Nollywood’s finest veterans as they attended the Leadership Masterclass for sustainable creativity and innovation. The course was strategically tailored for leaders in the creative and entertainment industry to equip them with the knowledge for influence, global impact and sustainable profitability. House of Representatives Speaker, Femi Gbajabiamila opened the event […]
Catastrophic rain: Calabar residents commend PHEDC for timely intervention
By Ike Uchechukwu Residents of Calabar Metropolis have lauded the Port Harcourt Electricity Distribution Company, PHEDC for its timely intervention by ensuring that electricity supply was fully restored in all parts of the city. The commendation is on the heels of the catastrophic rain which wrecked havoc in major part of the city-destroying electrical installation […]
Igbo Presidency: How best to realise it
• Igbo need to be strong in the two main political parties • Buhari’s nepotism will strengthen Igbo Presidency clamour —INC • Igbo need to assure that they won’t use it to break Nigeria —Ude • All Ndigbo need to be President in 2023 is to ‘urinate’ together, not speak with one voice —former Senate […]
Water Scarcity in Borum: Community digs tube wells to meet needs
It was a bright Wednesday morning, and the sun adorned the sky, shining in its full glory. The road was busier than usual as over-loaded motorcycles hurtled to make round trips as they ferried traders to a nearby community market.
Insecurity: ECOWAS rolls out guidelines to mainstream peace and security
By Victoria Ojeme The Women, Peace and Security, WPS, Guidelines of the Department of Political Affairs, Peace and Security (PAPS) of the ECOWAS Commission has been rolled out in Abuja for continuous gender mainstreaming of peace and security operations. As practical tools for continuous gender mainstreaming, the guidelines are billed to facilitate the advancement of […]
IYC urged to shun planned protest over NDDC board
By Davies Iheamnachor A former President of Ijaw Youths Council, IYC, Worldwide, Udengs Eradiri, has advised youths from Ijaw nation to shelve their plans to shut down the Niger Delta region in the protest designed to compel President Muhammadu Buhari to inaugurate a substantive board for the Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC. Eradiri, who is […]
Kayan Mata: Tales of mythical age-long sex enhancer
By Kayode Olaitan (Agency Reporter) Claimed to be potent as sex enhancer among users, Kayan Mata — some local herbal preparations (aphrodisiacs) — has generated electric mix of feelings among women and men when issues on love-making arise. Literally interpreted as “women things’’ from Hausa language, Kayan Mata is a generic name for a range […]
VIDEO: How Baba Ijesha allegedly defiled my foster child ― Nigerian Comedienne Princess
In an emotion-laden video, Nigerian Comedienne, Princess narrated that after the crash of her marriage many years ago, some parents allowed their children, six in number, to come and live with her. According to the Comedienne, while she was harbouring the six children, she was also rendering help to Baba Ijesha who allegedly defiled one […]
Buhari presides over FEC at First Lady Conference Hall
By Johnbosco Agbakwuru PRESIDENT Muhammadu Buhari is currently presiding over the 43rd virtual Federal Executive Council, meeting at the First Lady Conference Room, Presidential Villa Abuja. Physically present at the virtual meeting are Vice President, Yemi Osinbajo, Secretary to the Government of the Federation, SGF, Boss Mustapha and Chief of Staff to the President, Professor […]
NDDC: Inaugurate governing board now, Niger Delta does not need to be thrown into avoidable crisis – Group tells Buhari
Niger Delta Peoples Forum, Wednesday, advised President Muhammadu Buhari to inaugurate the governing board of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), noting that the region would does not need to be thrown into crisis before he acts. Disclosing this in a statement obtained by Vanguard, Chief Boma Ebiakpo, the National Chairman of the forum, said: […]
