IMF, World Bank may extend suspension of debt service for Nigeria, others
NIgeria may be warming up for a debt repayment relief as there are strong indications that the World Bank Group and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) would recommend to the G20, an extension of the Debt Service Suspension Initiative (DSSI) by low-income countries until the end of 2021.
IPC raises alarm over growing violence in South Eastern states
The Ikwerre Peoples Congress (IPC) has raised the alarm over what it described as “the spate of violence that is currently being perpetrated in parts of Old Eastern Nigeria”. The group in a press statement signed by its convened, Livingstone Wechie, noted that the developments have resulted in the armed and violent attacks on security […]
Stop assaulting PMB’s fundamental right to life, Nigeria First cautions London protesters
The protests by some Nigerians over President Muhammadu Buhari’s medical trip to the United Kingdom is unguided, unwarranted and an assault on his fundamental human right to life. According to the Nigeria First movement, it is well within President Buhari’s right, like every other citizen, to seek routine medical checkup. Speaking at a press conference on Sunday […]
Russia says it will keep throttling Twitter traffic in weeks to come
Russia plans to maintain the reduced data speeds it imposed on Twitter until at least the middle of May, state communications regulator Roskomnadzor said on Monday. At the same time, the regulator said it is giving the US social media company more time to remove banned content, such as child pornography material. After slowing Twitter’s […]
NPHCDA, COVID-19 and the fall of anti-vaxxers
By Pine Oralu The coronavirus pandemic indeed brought the world to its knees, with various countries imposing lockdown in the bid to stop the further spread of the virus. Consequently, efforts were deployed towards developing a vaccine that would halt the further spread of the novel coronavirus. In Nigeria, it was not any different as […]
APC chieftain writes on 21 political lies in Nigeria
A chieftain of APC in Kwara, Akogun Iyiola Oyedepo says his book on “21 political lies in Nigeria” is to educate electorate on the antics of politicians during elections
SAM OBI: Okowa grieves, says his demise shocking, painful
DELTA State Governor, Senator Ifeanyi Okowa has expressed shock and grief over the death of a former Acting Governor of the state, Prince Sam Obi, saying he was a dependable political ally, whose commitment to the attainment of Stronger Delta laced with unity and peace was infectious and grandiose.
Benue police rescues abducted 13-year-old girl, arrests two suspects
By Peter Duru, Makurdi An abducted 13-year-old girl, Mngusuur Iorlian has been rescued by a special operation of the Benue state Police Command codenamed ‘Operation Zenda.’ Vanguard gathered that the victim was kidnapped from her father’s residence on Easter Sunday at about 12 noon, opposite NKST Church, Akpera in Adikpo town by suspected hoodlums terrorising […]
Zamfara market fire: APC donates N50m to victims
The Progressive Governors’ Forum has donated N50 million to assist victims of the Tudun Wada Gusau market fire in Zamfara. The Chairman of the forum and Kebbi State Gov. Abubakar Bagudu presented the amount to Gov. Belli Matawalle on Monday in Gusau. Bagudu led a high powered delegation to Zamfara to commiserate with the Government and […]
FCT workers to embark on indefinite strike
Joint Unions Action Committee (JUAC) in the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) and Federal Capital Development Authority (FCDA) have concluded arrangement to embark on indefinite strike. The joint unions are embarking on the strike over the non-implementation of the FCT Civil Service Commission Act. The Chairman of JUAC, Mr Matilukoro Korede, while briefing newsmen on […]
2023: There’ll be no zoning in Enugu — APC Chair
The Enugu state Caretaker Committee Chairman of All Progressive Congress APC, Dr Ben Nwoye, has disclosed that there will be no zoning for the post of governorship in the state for the purpose of the 2023 general election.
Israel’s Netanyahu back in court as prosecutor lays out case
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu returned to a Jerusalem court on Monday as the corruption trial against him resumed with opening arguments and witness testimony. Netanyahu, 71, is the first sitting premier in Israel’s history to stand trial. He is accused of bribery, fraud and breach of trust in three separate cases. Prosecutors allege Netanyahu systematically […]
Insecurity: Abia Govt imposes curfew on Umuahia, Aba
Abia Government has imposed an indefinite curfew on Umuahia and Aba metropolis, beginning from 10 pm to 6 am with effect from Monday, April 5
APM Terminals Apapa acquires more equipment to aid Customs efficiency By Godwin Oritse
NIGERIA’s leading container terminal operator, APM Terminals Apapa has acquired seven new forklifts to facilitate customs examination and improve the movement of heavy materials at the terminal.
Sabrina Bradley’s holistic approach is helping people achieve healthy skin
A person should take self-care and pamper themselves from time to time. One needs to de-stress, and what better way to do it than to take care of themselves and their body. Spa and massages are gaining popularity among people. Beauty blogger Sabrina Bradley is one such individual who is a renowned masseuse and a […]
M36 and Sankore Investment host joint webinar on investing in today’s World
M36, a new digital lifestyle and investment platform powered by Union Bank, has announced the launch of a webinar series designed to equip participants with an in-depth understanding of wealth management, investment and savings. The first edition tagged, ‘Investing in These Times’ is being organised in collaboration with Nigerian investment company, Sankore, and is scheduled […]
