BY JIMITOTA ONOYUME Ijaws of  Gbaramatu kingdom in Warri south west local government area, Delta state    celebrated their annual  Gbaraun Egbesu/Ibolomobo-Ere/Amaseikumor festival weekend  with a call   for   urgent passage of the Nigerian Maritime University, Okerenkoko  bill into law and   relocation of  the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency,  NIMASA drydock/ship building yard from Lagos state […]

By Anayo Okoli, Regional Editor, South-East, Henry Umoru, Egufe Yafugborhi, Davies Iheamnachor, Dirisu Yakubu, & Chinedu Adonu South-East Governors and leaders of thought, including Ohanaeze, traditional rulers, and clergymen, yesterday, practically aligned with the South-West zone on the issues of state police, regional security outfit, and ban on open grazing. This was the kernel of […]

For over a decade, Canada has become the most desirable country in the world. And in April 2021, it became the best country in the world, according to the US News and World Report. As interests of individuals and families all over the world increase towards this country, it is also imperative to understand the […]

Prolific poet, social commentator and professor of English Language at the Obafemi Awolowo University, (OAU) Ile-Ife, Nigeria, Gbemisola Adeoti, paints a picture of a country besieged by a rampaging Grim Reaper in his poem, “Ambush”

The Management of BUA Cement Plc on Sunday debunked claims of a purported increase in the price of its cement by N300 per bag. The management, in a statement obtained from its verified twitter handle, said the company had no plans to increase prices of its cement now or in the near future. According to […]

The Police Command in Rivers said it has launched a manhunt for gunmen who attacked its checkpoints on the Port Harcourt – Owerri Road on Sunday. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reported that the attack which occurred on Ikwerre Local Government Area stretch of the road, reportedly led to the death of some security […]

Final winners at the 93rd Academy Awards: Best picture: “ Nomadland ” Best actress: Frances McDormand, “Nomadland” Best actor: Anthony Hopkins, “The Father” Original screenplay: “ Promising Young Woman,” Emerald Fennell Adapted screenplay: Florian Zeller and Christopher Hampton, “ The Father ” International film: “ Another Round,” Denmark Best supporting actor: Daniel Kaluuya, “Judas and […]

By Fidelis Onoh David C. Chike, professionally known as Dr Roy, has gained recognition in Nigeria’s gospel music scene for his work as a singer, songwriter, and producer. Originally from Ukwa West Local Government Area in Port Harcourt, Dr Roy has contributed to several notable projects that have shaped the sound of contemporary gospel music […]

The South-East Governor’s Forum on Sunday reiterated its support for the establishment of state police in view of the current security challenges in parts of the country.

By Ayo Onikoyi As part of the activities leading to the annual Best of Nollywood (BON) Awards, the board and organisers have announced that the book reading for the year will be hosted by the First Lady of Kogi State, Mrs. Rashida Yahaya Bello at the State House in Lokoja. The book reading, which is […]

KANO – The Kano State Government have on Sunday destroyed counterfeit goods of adulterated food, drinks and fake drugs worth about N1 billion.

By Ayo Onikoyi, The trio of entertainment industry stakeholders, Dele Momodu, Peace Anyiam-Osigwe, and Seun Oloketuyi are set to produce one of the biggest biopics of our time titled ‘Baba Kekere’, a movie chronicling the life and times of elder statesman and revered politician, late Lateef Kayode Jakande. While a release date and timeline is […]

…plans to fumigate entire country to eradicate mosquitoes …says malaria kills 500,000 Nigerians annually By Levinus Nwabughiogu-Abuja The Prince Ned Nwoko Foundation has said that a vaccine for malaria in Nigeria would be available in the next six months. Founder of the Foundation, Prince Ned Nwoko made the disclosure over the weekend during a walk […]

ABEOKUTA – Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has commiserated with the Sultan of Sokoto, Sa’ad Abubakar, over the demise of his brother, Ciroman Sokoto, Buhari Abubakar III

The Lagos State Police Command has dismissed one Insp. Jonathan Kampani, attached to Mounted Troop of the Nigeria Police Force, for allegedly firing at, and killing one Jelili Bakare, at Quinox Lounge. A statement by CSP Olumuyuwa Adejobi, Lagos Police Public Relations Officer, on Sunday in Lagos, said Kampani, with force No. 278055, committed the […]