IGP moves to re-order security in South-South
By Kingsley Omonobi …launches ‘Operation Restore Peace’ in Port Harcourt. The Inspector-General of Police, Ag. IGP Usman Alkali Baba has launched the new special security action plan, “Operation RP” in the South-South region of the country. The IGP, who flagged off the special operation, today, 19th May 2021 at the Sharks Football Stadium, Port-Harcourt, noted […]
Constitution Review: Lawan says NASS holds no predetermined position on any issue
President of the Senate, Ahmad Lawan, has said that the National Assembly holds no predetermined position on any issue of interest to Nigerians ahead of moves to amend the 1999 Constitution. Lawan made this known during plenary on Tuesday, in his remarks after reading a letter signed by the Chairman of the Constitution Review Committee, […]
Suicide, health issue not crime — EXPERTS
Experts have stressed the need for Nigerians to begin to see suicide as a health issue rather than a criminal act…
4th Mainland Bridge to gulp $2.5bn now ― Lagos govt
By Olasunkanmi Akoni Lagos State Government has said the construction of the proposed 4th Mainland Bridge is estimated to cost $2.5 billion. Recall that the state government had in September 2020, announced estimation of $2.2 billion for the construction. The 4th Mainland Bridge which is a proposed 38 kilometer long bridge initiative by the Lagos […]
Uchenna Iyke Okpala (Ikon-X) Combines Arts with Generosity as he releases visuals of Supa Woman
It is no news that on Twitter recently, Uchenna Iyke Okpala a Nigerian singer also known as Ikon X trended for two days consecutively when he released the visuals of his song titled “Supa Woman” where he featured Selebobo. However, Ikon X (born 6 April 1993) is a renowned songwriter and a multi-instrumentalist, he is […]
Joshua Dogonyaro’s coup speech and Muhammadu Buhari’s style
By Rotimi Fasan First, a disclaimer to potential blackmailers, opposition (read ‘wailers’) hunters and would-be mind-readers who read meanings into and impute motives to other people’s words: Nigeria is best governed as a democratic state and the only civilised and acceptable way to change a non-performing government, for now, is through an election. The military […]
Police confirm abduction of Shari’ah Court Judge in Katsina
The Katsina State Police Command has confirmed the abduction of a Shari’ah Court Judge by unknown gunmen on Tuesday evening.
Converting markets to homes may cause fire incidents, Lagos First Lady tells traders
Inaugurates 200 shops, kick lamps, others in Lagos By Bose Adelaja The wife of Lagos State Governor Dr Mrs Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu on Tuesday advised traders and shop owners in the state to stop converting markets to living homes in order to minimise incessant fire outbreaks in the state particularly markets. Speaking at the official inauguration […]
EFCC lacks consititutional powers to summon PDP officials – Group reacts
By Arogbonlo Israel The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, National Youths Frontier has frowned at the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) invitation of its party official on alleged misappropriation of N10 billion. Recall EFCC on Monday, 17 May, invited three national officers of the PDP for investigation for alleged criminal conspiracy, abuse of office, diversion […]
Four armed robbers killed in gun battle with Delta police
By Festus Ahon & Ochuko Akuopha FOUR suspected armed robbers have been killed in a gun battle with police officers at Abraka, Ethiope East Local Government Area, Delta State. Giving details of the incident, Police Public Relations Officer of the state command, Mr Bright Edafe, in a statement said: “On 16/05/2021 at about 0200hrs, a […]
BREAKING: Senate suspends plenary for next week
By Henry Umoru PRESIDENT of the Senate, Senator Ahmad Lawan, has disclosed that the Senate will not meet in plenary throughout next week. Speaking at Plenary Wednesday, Lawan said that the week will be dedicated to a zonal public hearing on the Review of the 1999 Constitution. He said, “We shall be devoting the […]
