Gunmen attack another burial ceremony in Anambra, set Vigilante vehicle ablaze
Another gunmen attack has taken place in Nnewi South local government area of Anambra State barely one week after a similar incident claimed 16 lives at Ebenebe, in Awka North local government area.
Breaking Biases Women Face in the Workplace
In a world abound with information overload, biases form an inherent part of our thinking. It is important to understand and admit that we all have biases and sometimes make decisions based on snap judgements, to perhaps aid in making quicker decisions.
NDLEA seizes large quantities of illicit drugs at Apapa port, 3 states
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested 63-year-old Vincent Obimma with 350grams of cocaine and 150grams of heroin at a park in the Apapa seaport corridor in Lagos state. NDLEA spokesperson, Mr Femi Babafemi said this in a statement on Sunday in Abuja. Babafemi said that the drugs were hidden in an industrial […]
Eket-Etinan Road: Emmanuel begs property owners over right of way
GOVERNOR Udom Emmanuel of Akwa Ibom State has appealed to owners of structures constituting impediment to construction works along the Nsit Ubium-Eket axis of the Eket-Etinan road, to vacate their property to enable the completion the dualised Etinan-Eket Road.
Ujiri unveils new basketball courts in Ivory Coast
Giants of Africa and its founder, Vice-Chairman and President of the Toronto Raptors, Masai Ujiri, unveiled two new basketball courts in Abidjan early in the week. The event marked the latest courts donated under the not-for-profit’s multi-year, 100-court investment in sports infrastructure across the continent. The Giants of Africa “Built Within” initiative continues the organization’s […]
Bizwoman cries out over illegal detention of husband
By Henry Ojelu A businesswoman, Mrs. Uche Ukpaka, has accused the Federal Government of using the Special Fraud Unit, SFU, of the Nigeria Police unlawfully to detain her husband, Mr. Ignatus Ukpaka, over a civil dispute pertaining to a land in Banana Island, Lagos, which a Lagos State High Court has declared him owner. Mrs. […]
2023: INEC charges political parties to respect court orders, electoral guidelines
The Independent National Electoral Commission has urged political parties and their stakeholders to obey court orders and statutory guidelines in their conduct ahead of 2023. INEC Secretary, Rose Oriaran Anthony said this while receiving a letter from the Guardian of Democracy and Rule of law who were on a solidarity rally to the commission over […]
My movie was a game changer for everyone – Judith Audu
• ‘Why I abandoned diplomatic service for film making’ By Florence Amagiya Judith Audu is a multiple award-winning filmmaker and actress. She holds a certificate in directing from the London Film Academy, a master’s degree in public and international affairs from University of Lagos and B.A. in French also from University of Lagos. In 2019, […]
IWD: Nikki Udezue Foundation empowers underprivileged widows
In recognition of the International Women’s Day, the Nikki Udezue Foundation, NUF has empowered underprivileged widows in a bid to improve their living conditions, enhance their access to basic amenities and resources and increase their self-worth.
US former president, Obama tests positive for COVID-19
Former United States President, Barack Obama said on Sunday that he has tested positive for COVID-19 and was feeling fine other than a scratchy throat. Obama who made this known on Twitter said ”I just tested positive for COVID. I’ve had a scratchy throat for a couple days, but am feeling fine otherwise. Michelle and […]
Nobody can diminish achievements of Saraki-led 8th Senate
Earl Osaro Onaiwu The attention of the Saraki Support Group (SSG) has been drawn to a statement by a Buhari support group, where they alleged that the tenure of Dr. Abubakar Bukola Saraki as 13th President of Nigeria Senate was a disaster. We believe such a statement could only be signed by failed professionals and […]
