Self-defence: Allowing Nigerians to bear firearms, recipe for disaster – CAN
"As religious leaders, it is our firm belief that the bearing of arms without proper license or the authority to do so, regardless of the circumstances, is a violation of the law and can potentially lead to the further breakdown of order and security within our nation."
Yuletide: Benue Gov promises robust reform of State, LG services
By Peter Duru Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue state has promised to embark on a robust reform of the state and local government services of the state. The Governor, in his new year message to the people, stated that the reforms would ensure the entrenchment of transparency, accountability and efficiency in service delivery in the […]
New Year: Enemies sought to cast shadow over our joy in 2023 – CAN
The President of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Archbishop Daniel Okoh, has once again condemned the acts of violence that plagued some communities in Plateau State as 2023 came to a close.
Tinubu signs N28.78trn 2024 Budget into law
“A budget is only as good at its implementation. We will implement this. I want to assure Nigerians that all the MDAs and our teams have been warned”
No plan to raise electricity tariffs – NERC
The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has dismissed the widespread rumours of an increase in electricity tariffs…
‘Super nervous’ Naomi Osaka wins comeback match at Brisbane International
Former world number one and new mother Naomi Osaka said on Monday she was proud to have won her first match back after a long break, admitting she had been “super nervous”.
Putin says Russia will ‘intensify’ attacks on Ukraine
President Vladimir Putin said Monday that Moscow will intensify strikes on military targets in Ukraine after an unprecedented attack over the weekend on the Russian city of Belgorod.
7.6 magnitude earthquake shakes Japan, triggers tsunami fears
Tens of thousands of people living close to the Sea of Japan have been told to head for higher ground
Dangote Refinery gets 4th shipment of crude; 5th coming
Dangote Refinery can meet 100% of Nigeria’s requirement of all refined products, gasoline, diesel, kerosene, and aviation jet, and also has a surplus of each of these products for export
Ondo: Time to put the past behind – Gov Aiyedatiwa
“It is time to put the past behind us and focus all our human and material resources into building on the foundation that this administration has so far laid”
Liverpool vs Newcastle: Preview, team news, head-to-head
Liverpool and Newcastle United will lock horns at Anfield on New Year’s Day for the first Premier League game of 2024.
SDP lauds Tinubu’s resolve to implement national living wage
The Social Democratic Party (SDP) has commended President Bola Tinubu’s resolve to make workers enjoy a living wage in 2024.
Support our developmental plans, Sanwo-Olu urges youths
Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, the governor of Lagos State, has appealed to youths in Lagos to support his developmental plans for people of the State.
‘2023 show me shege’, Wizkid says, prays for better 2024
Afrobeats artiste, Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun, popularly known as Wizkid, has bemoaned how difficult the year 2023 was for hi
Ondo 2024: Election not for settling political scores – Gov Aiyedatiwa
“Let me implore all political parties, aspirants and their followers to eschew violent conducts that can threaten the peace and tranquility of our state”
Ekiti govt to partner FG to boost agriculture, trade – Oyebanji
Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji, said his administration will partner with the federal government to boost agriculture and trade for the economic growth of the state.
