Ex-Army chief, Kenneth Minimah, salutes Fubara for charting new path in Rivers
A former Chief of Army Staff, Nigerian Army, Lt. Gen. Kenneth Minimah (rtd.) CFR and Chairman, PANDEF, Rivers State Chapter, has congratulated the Governor of Rivers State, Sir Simialayi Fubara on his one year anniversary in the saddle of governance.
One year in office: Enugu community applaud Mbah’s achievements
As Governor Peter Ndubuisi Mbah of Enugu State clocks 1 year in office, the people of Ogugu Ntu-egbenese Ancient Kingdom in Awgu Local Government Area of the state have extolled his exceptional leadership qualities.
Mother, son remanded in prison for alleged N122m property theft
By Henry Ojelu A mother, Lola Disu, and her son, Ahmed Disu, have been remanded at the Kirikiri prison, Lagos, following their arraignment for allegedly stealing office property valued at over N122 milion belonging to Uccas Resources Ltd. Justice Abimbola Awogboro of a Federal High Court, Lagos ordered their remand after their arraignment by the […]
Kano Emirate Tussle: Courts give conflicting orders on Sanusi’s removal
The controversy trailing the Kano Emirate tussle took another dimension yesterday, as a Federal High Court and Kano State Court sitting in the state gave conflicting orders on the removal of the reinstated Emir of Kano Muhamadu Sanusi 11.
Kidnappers engage police in gun battle in Kogi
Police in Kogi State, yesterday, said it recovered some guns and bullets from some criminal terrorizing the state following a gun battle.
Tinubu’s rocky road to Presidency, by Mayor Akpodoro
The Mayor of Urhoboland, Eshanekpe Israel a.k.a Akpodoro sees Hope in the current administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. He describes as a reformative the current government.
Anxiety as police commence demolition of barracks in Lagos
By Emma Nnadozie, Crime Editor LAGOS—Fear and anxiety have gripped officers and men of the Nigeria police force resident in police barracks in Lagos State, following directives by police authorities for work to immediately commence in the rehabilitation of barracks located in different parts of the state. Following this, there are fears that no fewer […]
Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway: Why FG reverted to gazetted alignment
By Kingsley Adegboye Community groups and other stakeholders at the third stakeholders’ meeting of the Lagos-Calabar coastal highway to resolve controversial issues surrounding the project have expressed strong concerns over the negative impact it would cause them should the government follow the new alignment in the construction of the highway. The meeting allowed the aggrieved […]
FG tasks new FRSC Corps Marshal to reduce carnage on Nigerian roads
Senator George Akume, Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), has charged the new Corps Marshal of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) to utilize his vast experience to bring order and safety to Nigeria’s roads.
NANS decries slow disbursement of loans from Students Loan Board
By Joseph Erunke, ABUJA President of National Association of Nigerian Students,NANS, Comrade Lucky Emonefe, has expressed concerns over the slow disbursement of loans from the Student Loan Board. Emonefe,who led the association’s executive to a meeting with the Minister of Education,Prof. Tahir Mamman,in Abuja,called for a streamlined process to ensure timely financial support for students. […]
CIS, ASHON express concerns over proposed CBN amendment bill
Stakeholders in the capital market have voiced their reservations over the proposed amendments to the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Act No. 7 of 2007, warning of potential adverse economic consequences.
The Chartered Institute of Stockbrokers (CIS) and the Association of Securities Dealing Houses of Nigeria (ASHON) noted that the bill could undermine the independence of the CBN.
Kwara launches CNG Plant Centre in Ilorin
Kwara State government has launched the conversion and installation of the first Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) vehicles in Ilorin, urging the residents to brace up for the future which is already here.
Setting up FG’s IPPIS, a game changer – IT coy
The Managing Director, Soft Alliance and Resources Limited, Dr Bisi Aina, says that one of its greatest feats as an Information Technology (IT) solution provider is flushing out of 70,000 ghost workers from the Federal Civil Service System.
Tackling Out-Of-School Children: A collective responsibility – Olori Atuwatse
Wife of the Olu of Warri, Her Majesty, Olori Atuwatse III, has decried the alarming increase in cases of Out-Of-School Children across the country, noting that it requires more that just the government to address the issue, describing it as a collective responsibility of everyone, especially at the grassroots level
Special Effects Makeup: Feyzo announces 2-Day intensive Masterclass
Renowned makeup artist Feyisayo Oyebisi, also known as Feyzo, celebrated for her exceptional work on numerous blockbuster movies, including Ajosepo, Ile Owo and A Tribe Called Judah, which she co-created with an industry colleague, is thrilled to announce a two-day intensive masterclass in special effects makeup.
LAFGHECA Hosts 11th Intercollegiate Games in Lagos
By Funmi Ajumobi The Lagos First Generation Heritage Colleges Association (LAFGHECA), a coalition of first-generation secondary schools in Lagos State, recently hosted its 11th Intercollegiate Games at the Igbobi College sports complex in Lagos, with 24 schools participating. During the event, Air Vice Marshal Dr. Sikiru Smith (rtd), who chaired the day, commended the organizers […]
