By Peter Duru, Makurdi Benue state government has described as shocking, ridiculous and unfortunate the recent statement credited to the All Progressives Congress, APC, governorship candidate, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia who was alleged to have blamed past Governors of the state from 1976 for the “unconscionable looting of public funds” leading to the underdevelopment of […]

By Efosa Taiwo Premier League fixtures this weekend are likely to be postponed in honour of Queen Elizabeth who died on Thursday, according to reports. The Daily Mail reports that Premier League officials were locked in talks with the government on Thursday night to discuss whether this weekend’s football can go ahead with the nation […]

By Evelyn Usman  In the face of the state of insecurity in Nigeria, President Muhammadu Buhari has urged Nigerians to have confidence in the Armed Forces at bringing a lasting peace and stability to the country. He gave the encouragement while commissioning the Nigerian Navy ultra modern sports  complex at the Navy Town, Ojo, Lagos. The President who also […]

By Biodun Busari Former President of the United States, Barack Obama has mourned the passing of Queen Elizabeth II. The Queen of England died at the age of 96 on Thursday after reigning for 70 years since 1952. Read also: Queen Elizabeth’s death huge shock to world, says Prime Minister Liz Truss Man United to […]

The Ugoani of Okpanam kingdom, His Royal Majesty Dr. Michael Mbanefo Ogbolu, on Thursday conferred the Olikeze I of Okpanam kingdom on Engr. Emeka Wisdom Meddon. Making the conferment in his palace in company of his chiefs and community members, the traditional ruler said Engr. Meldon had contributed in different ways to the development of […]