Rigging local elections in Nigeria: Where next?
One failed aspect of democracy in Nigeria is the conduct of elections into the country’s 774 local government councils. In most cases, the contests are handled by electoral commissions that are usually made up of cronies of the ruling party who are brought on board to ensurethat their party‘ ‘sweeps’ the polls. Consequently, our local areas have […]
Continue your good works beyond 2023, Oyo Obas tell Makinde
By Adeola Badru The second term bid of Governor ‘Seyi Makinde of Oyo State received a massive boost on Friday, as the Council of Obas in the state declared its support for the governor, stating that the good works being done by the administration across the state should continue beyond 2023. The royal fathers, who […]
Gbaramatu chief, Oluba lauds FG over pipeline security contract to Tompolo
A chief in Gbaramatu Kingdom, Warri South West Local Government Area, Delta State, Chief Timi Oluba, has commended President Muhammadu Buhari and the Federal Government for awarding Pipeline Security Surveillance Contract to High Chief Government Oweizide Ekpemupolo, alias Tompolo. Oluba, who spoke to newsmen on Sunday in Warri, Delta State, said the Federal Government made […]
Global Peace Ambassador, Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar advocates meditation as solution for peace
Amidst a rousing welcome from prominent business leaders and dignitaries across Nigeria, world-renowned humanitarian and founder of the Art of Living Foundation, Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar has recommended meditation in businesses, families and across communities as a necessity in creating lasting peace. This was during the Business Leaders Roundtable themed ‘Building Emotional Resilience’, which […]
‘How did you beat me?’ – Furious Anthony Joshua asks Usyk after defeat
By Emmanuel Okogba Anthony Joshua didn’t seem to take his defeat to Oleksandr Usyk in their second meeting very well as he stormed out of the ring and almost left the arena after the result was announced. Usyk out boxed Joshua and won by split decision, but the furious Brit took hold of two belts, […]
Northern pastors, Forum react to Rev Nmadu’s statement against APC Muslim-Muslim ticket
The Convener of Northern Pastors and Christian Professionals Forum (NPCPF) based in Gombe state, Pastor (Dr) Yusuf Lisman has reacted to the statement credited to one, Reverend Yunusa Sabo Nmadu, who opposed the All Progressives Congress, APC Muslim- Muslim ticket for the forthcoming 2023 presidential elections which produced Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu as Candidate, while Senator Kashim Shettima as Vice-Presidential Candidate.
Religious harmony: Oyo traditionalists bemoan neglect by govt
By Adeola Badru The Traditional Religion Worshippers Association (TRWASSO), Oyo State Branch, has renewed the call for the state government to set aside a day for public holiday dedicated to the Isese Day Festival. The body in a statement made available to journalists in Ibadan on Friday and jointly signed by its Secretary, Mogaji Dr. […]
CAN women train 8,500 disadvantaged mothers in literacy skills
The Christian Association of Nigeria, Women Wing, has commenced basic literacy training for 3,500 educationally disadvantaged mothers.
Oyo anti graft agency nabs civil servants over money laundering
By Adeola Badru The Oyo State Anti-Corruption Agency (OYACA), has disclosed that some staff members of the State Ministry of Lands and Urban Development are currently standing trial over allegation of transfer of government funds into personal accounts. In a statement signed by the Chairman of OYACA, Honorable Justice Eni Esan (rtd.) on Friday and […]
Oleksandr Usyk dedicates victory over Anthony Joshua to Ukraine
By Emmanuel Okogba Oleksandr Usyk says his rematch victory over Anthony Joshua is history made and dedicated it to his country Ukraine currently at war with Russia. Usyk defeated Joshua in split decision on Saturday to retain his titles which quickly raised questions of if the Brit should continue boxing. In his post fight speech, […]
Round 12: Final bell rings, Usyk too tough for Joshua
Joshua looks spent. But then almost out of nowhere the Briton lands a big left hook followed immediately by a right hand. Usyk’s motor is simply too good.
