NDDC: 13 Percent derivation not reflecting in Itsekiri Communities – Odeli
University of Benin trained Strategist and Community Development Advocate, David Odeli, has hit the Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC and Delta State Oil Producing Areas Development Commission, DESOPADEC afresh, saying budgetary provisions to the NDDC and the 13 percent derivation supposedly meant for DESOPADEC over the years, do not reflect in Itsekiri oil and gas bearing coastal communities.
Preview: Ivory Coast eye winning start against Guinea Bissau in AFCON 2023 opener
Getting off to a winning start in the opening match is what every host will wish for as with Ivory Coast against Guinea Bissau will launch the rest of Africa into the 34th editionGetting off to a winning start in the opening match is what every host will wish for as with Ivory Coast facing Guinea Bissau, launching the rest of Africa into the 34th edition of the Africa Nations Cup which kicks-off Saturday, January 12.of the Africa Nations Cup which kicks-off Saturday, January 12.
S’Court Verdict: PDP must apologize for its senseless attacks on Judiciary, says APC
The ruling All Progressives Congress( APC) has asked the Peoples Democratic Party( PDP) to tender an unreserved apology to the courts and judges for the senseless, irresponsible, reckless and unjustified attacks against the Judiciary throughout the electoral cycle. APC was responding to the outcome of yesterday’s Supreme Court judgment on Lagos, Kano, Zamfara, Plateau, Ebonyi, […]
Banking for All: Ogunmokun says financial inclusion is key to poverty reduction
Financial expert Adebanji Ogunmokun has called on the Nigerian government to prioritise financial inclusion as a means to reduce poverty and improve livelihoods.
Bandits kidnap 23 in Abuja village
The series of assaults by bandits on some communities in the nation’s capital, Abuja, continued on Thursday as they stormed Kawu village in Bwari Area Council, abducting 23 persons.
Kidnap suspect disguises as scavenger, tucks 8-yr-old girl in bag
A suspected kidnapper who disguised as a scavenger has been arrested in Akure, the Ondo state capital over the alleged kidnap of an 8-year-old girl.
AFCON 2023: Nigerians bank on surprise as Super Eagles begin campaign tomorrow
With a lingering goalkeeper crisis and a midfield that lacks creativity, Peseiro’s job has been made more difficult with the late injuries to some key players.
Man stabbed to death in Ogun for accusing co-tenant of sleeping with his wife
A shuttle bus driver, Philip Fiama of Sobande Close, Alagbole, Ajuwon in Ifo local government area of Ogun state has been reportedly stabbed to death after confronting a co-tenant, Ikem Chika Emmanuel over allegation of sleeping with his wife. The sad incident was said to have occurred on Sunday, at about 6:30pm. On the fateful […]
When Senator Nwoye reached God and constituents in thanksgiving
By Emmanuel Aziken For a man who readily admits to his very humble beginnings but now having the confidence of the well loved Peter Obi, and also representing his constituency in the Senate, the two attainments were enough for SenatorNwoye to give thanks to God last Sunday. So, last Sunday the former student activist turned […]
Adesola emerges HFN’s new BoT Chair
By Gabriel Ewepu ABUJA – THE Healthcare Federation of Nigeria, HFN, yesterday, announced Mrs Bola Adesola as the new Chairman of Board of Trustees, BoT, after the pioneer Chairman of the HFN BoT, Mr Asue Ighodalo, ends his tenure. The announcement was contained in a statement issued by HFN, where it described the leadership of […]
NYCN Europe names Vivian Vincent as youth leader in France
The National Youth Council of Nigeria, NYCN Europe, has named Princess Vivian Vincent as youth Ambassador in France.
Benue APC crisis: Party moves to unite pro-Akume, Alia factions
•Nullifies suspension orders In a bid to mend fences among its members who were perceived to be divided along the pro-Senator George Akume and Governor Hyacinth factions, the State Working Committee, SWC, of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in Benue State, has nullified all suspension orders issued at different levels of the party in the […]
Abada Iwuchukwu Foundation marks anniversary, donates food items
A Europe based Nigerian and founder of the Abada Iwuchukwu Foundation, Mr. Abada Iwuchukwu has marked the 15th anniversary of the foundation, noting that the idea was born out of his love for humanity.
OAU example of a pervasive National Malaise, By Muyiwa Adetiba
Even when tribes and tongues differ, and religions differ, there is at least one thing that unites Nigerians; one thing that is as common to us as the air we breathe. It is the practice of self-interest above national or even group interest and it manifests itself in almost all of us irrespective of status […]
Don’t enter stadium with weapon, dangerous objects – Senior barman warns fans
In accordance with the effort to make the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium, Enugu, best among the best, the private organization in charge of selling tickets at the cathedral, Seniorbarman has warned that anybody with weapons or dangerous objects will not be allowed access to the stadium.
Ondo monarchs pray, endorse Funmi Ayinke for guber race
Foremost Ondo state governorship aspirant, Engr. (Dr) Oluwafunmilayo Ayinke Waheed-Adekojo has been endorsed by monarchs in Arigidi, Akoko North-West area of the state today Saturday, 13th Of January, 2024.
