Does Africa have a January problem? By Chidi Odinkalu
Fifty-seven years ago almost to the month, celebrated Kenya political scientist, Ali Mazrui, observed that “for some reason a disproportionate number of the historic acts of violence in Africa since independence have tended to happen in the months of January and February.” He had good reason for this. In January 1961, the Belgians and the Americans […]
PHOTO: Tinubu hosts Awujale of Ijebuland in Lagos
Awujale of Ijebu land, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, paid a visit to President Bola at his residence in the Ikoyi area of Lagos State on Sunday, January 5, 2025.
Two feared dead, banks burnt in Delta tanker explosion
By Ochuko Akuopha ASABA – ABOUT five persons are feared dead, and properties were destroyed in Agbor, Ika South Local Government Area, Delta State, following a petrol tanker explosion. The Police Public Relations Officer of the State Command, Mr Bright Edafe, confirmed the incident, stating that the First Bank and Access Bank in the town […]
Tinubu to attend Ghana President-elect’s inauguration
President Bola Tinubu will depart Abuja on Monday for Accra, Ghana, to attend the inauguration of John Mahama, President-elect, on Jan. 7. Mahama, who served as the 12th president of Ghana from 2011 to 2017, was reelected in December 2024. He will succeed President Nana Akuffo-Addo( 2017-2025), Mr Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu’s Spokesman, said in […]
Gunmen kill Miyetti Allah Chairman, 2 others in Katsina
Gunmen have killed the Katsina State Chairman of Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeder Association of Nigeria (MACBAN), Alhaji Surajo Leader and two others in Kusada Local Government Area of the state. The incident occurred on Saturday night when the gunmen invaded Mai Rana community in Kusada LGA. Sources revealed that the gunmen also abducted two of […]
Address food insecurity, hardship now, southern monarchs tell FG
Traditional rulers from Southern Nigeria have urged the Federal Government, to as a matter of urgency, address food insecurity and economic hardship in the country.
Man United’s Garnacho deactivates X account amid criticism, poor form
Manchester United winger Alejandro Garnacho has erased all activity from his account on social media platform X, amid mounting criticism over his recent form and lack of goals.
Army dismantles 20 illegal refineries, arrests oil thieves, seizes 190,000 litre
Nigerian Army said on Sunday that its troops in operations conducting anti-oil theft operations have destroyed 20 illegal refining sites, arrested 11 crude oil thieves
PDP’ll produce more governors in 2027 – NWC
The national leadership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has said the party will produce more state governors and take over governance at the centre in 2027.
Kemi Badenoch calls for fresh probe into ‘rape gangs scandal’ in UK
Nigerian-born Kemi Badenoch, leader of the British opposition Conservative Party, has called for a comprehensive inquiry to uncover those who turned a blind eye to the grooming gangs responsible for the rape of thousands of girls in the UK.
Aiyedatiwa declares three- day mourning for late SSG
Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo state has declared a three-day mourning and prayers in honour of the State Secretary to Government SSG, Hon Tayo Oluwatuyi.
