Senator Izunaso’s leadership in focus
BY EMMANUEL ONWUBIKO This is an essay perusing the activities of the Nigerian statesman, journalist, public servant and the current Senator representing the good people of Orlu Senatorial zone of Imo state, the heartland of the Federal Republic of Nigeria: Senator Osita Izunaso. To do justice to this reflection, I think the best starting point […]
‘Watch signs of drunkenness’ – FRSC warns passengers against boarding unsafe vehicles
The Corps Marshal, Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Malam Shehu Mohammed, has urged passengers to exercise caution when boarding vehicles, especially during the festive season, to minimise the risk of road crashes. Mohammed gave the warning in a statement by the Corps Public Education Officer (CPEO) Assistant Corps Marshal, (ACM), Olusegun Ogungbemide, on Saturday in […]
My covenant with God is to ensure Nwifuru completes 8 years in office – Umahi
The Minister of Works, Sen. David Umahi says he will never abandon his successor, Gov. Francis Nwifuru of Ebonyi and ensure that he completes eight years in office. Umahi made the pledge on Saturday at his hometown Uburu, Ohaoazara Local Government Area of Ebonyi when Nwifuru’s clan members, Izzi National Youths Forum, paid him Christmas […]
Why we sealed Benue Rep member’s business, others – BIRS
The Benue Internal Revenue Service, BIRS, has explained that the recent sealing of business premises in Makurdi the state capital, including those belonging to the lawmaker representing Gwer East/Gwer West Federal Constituency in the National Assembly, Dr. Asema Achado was not politically motivated.
Carnival Calabar key to economic, social, cultural prosperity – Gov Otu
Cross River State governor, Senator Bassey Otu, has asserted that Africa’s largest street party (Carnival Calabar) is a veritable platform that will bring economic, socal and cultural prosperity for the state and Nigeria at large.
Police rescue 13 kidnap victims in Kwara
The Police Command in Kwara says it rescued 13 kidnap victims in a swift and coordinated operation in the state.
Top 5 highest paid African footballers in 2024
Many of the professionals have made headlines in 2024, not only for their performances but also for their large salaries.
Bayelsa, Rivers oil dispute resolved – Diri; we need each other, says Fubara
“We also had issues with Rivers because our property was demolished. But as you came on board, solutions are being sought”
Lokpobiri visits fuel stations, assures Nigerians of product availability
By Samuel Oyadongha Yenagoa The Minister of State Petroleum (Oil), Senator Heineken Lokpobiri, has toured fuel stations in Yenagoa, the capital of Bayelsa state, to monitor the availability of petroleum products. Lokpobiri arrived at the Bayelsa State International Airport, Amassoma, at about 11.30 a.m. and headed straight to the Rain Oil Filling station at Etegwe, […]
Putin apologises to Azerbaijan without claiming responsibility in plane crash
Vladimir Putin admitted Saturday Russian air defence was working when an Azerbaijani Airlines plane tried to land in Grozny before crashing, breaking the Kremlin’s silence as speculation mounted Russia may have accidentally shot the plane.
Troops neutralise IPOB/ESN terrorists, recover weapons in Imo
Troops of 34 Artillery Brigade of the Nigerian Army, Obinze, in Owerri, have neutralised terrorists and recovered seven weapons in Osina, Ideato North council area of Imo. This is contained in a statement issued by the Brigade’s Acting Assistant Director of Army Public Relations, Capt. Joseph Akubo, and made available to newsmen in Owerri, on […]
