Stop media attacks on EFCC ,CSO urges corruption suspects
By Haruna Aliyu, Birnin Kebbi The Grassroot Advocacy for Peace and Good Governance has cautioned against the resort to social media propaganda over ongoing investigations by anti-graft agencies, urging all parties to submit to due process. The group made the call on Saturday while briefing newsmen in Birnin Kebbi, following a press statement circulating on […]
YYC opposes proposed conferment of title on Yari
The Yoruba Youth Council (YYC), a foremost organisation advocating for the interests, unity and cultural integrity of Yoruba youth, has stated its displeasure with the planned conferment of the Obaloyin of Yorubaland title on former Zamfara State Governor and current Senator Abdulaziz Yari Abubakar by the Alaafin of Oyo. In a statement released today, YYC […]
Umahi under fire over ‘forget Biafra’ comment
By Steve Oko Igbo groups in the diaspora, including American Veterans of Igbo Descent AVID, Rising Sun Foundation and Ambassadors for Self Determination, have knocked the Minister of Works, Senator David Umahi, over his recent comments that the agitation for Biafra should be jettisoned, claiming that the Federal Government, under President Bola Tinubu, has ended […]
Who rewrote Nigeria’s tax law? — ADC
By Luminous Jannamike African Democratic Congress, ADC, has called for the immediate suspension of Nigeria’s newly enacted tax laws, alleging that key provisions were altered after the bills were passed by the National Assembly and signed by President Bola Tinubu, raising what the party described as a serious constitutional crisis. The opposition party said the […]
Detty December: Frenzy as Tinubu storms Lagos for Eyo Festival
By Olasunkanmi Akoni After eight years of absence, all is set for another epochal Eyo Festival, scheduled to hold at the Tafawa Balewa Square (TBS), Lagos. The historic cultural event is being organised in honour of the late Sir Michael Otedola, former Governor of Lagos State. The last Eyo Festival was held on May 20, […]
Umahi under fire over ‘forget Biafra’ comment
Igbo groups in the diaspora, including American Veterans of Igbo Descent AVID, Rising Sun Foundation and Ambassadors for Self Determination, have knocked the Minister of Works, Senator David Umahi, over his recent comments that the agitation for Biafra should be jettisoned, claiming that the Federal Government, under President Bola Tinubu, has ended every marginalisation against the Igbo.
From Iyana Oworo to Oworo: More homes are gone, what remains is rubble
By Nnamdi Ojiego As the dust from the Iyana Oworo demolition is yet to settle, another Lagos community has been pushed into ruin. This time, bulldozers rolled into Oworosonki, turning a densely populated area into a sprawl of broken concrete and open wounds. What happened months ago in Iyana Oworo, condemned by many and barely […]
Despite all intrigues, Adeleke is man to beat in Osun poll – Akindele
Kunle Akindele is a former Chairman of PDP in Osun State and the current Special Adviser to Governor Ademola Adeleke on Public Health
Gunmen attack Benue mourners, injure victims, loot property
By Peter Duru Barely five days after burying their mother, the family of Lawrence Lorwa has been plunged into fresh tragedy following a violent attack on their family compound by unknown armed men. According to eyewitness accounts, three unidentified gunmen, stormed the residence of the mourners in the early hours of Friday, subjecting family members […]
Peter Obi pays NECO fees for 148 inmates in Anambra Correctional Centres
The Presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP) in the 2023 election and former Governor of Anambra State, Mr. Peter Obi, has paid the National Examination Council (NECO) fees for 148 inmates in correctional centres across Anambra State.
Oyarore salt festival showcases Nasarawa’s rich heritage, boosts creative economy – Minister
According to the minister, the festival reflects the collective commitment of the people to preserving traditions that bind communities together as one.
