MARAN to honour NAGAFF President as Patron
The Maritime Reporters’ Association of Nigeria, MARAN is set to confer the prestigious title of Patron on the President of the National Association of Government Approved Freight Forwarders, NAGAFF Chief Tochukwu Ezisi, in recognition of his outstanding contributions to the development of Nigeria’s maritime industry and his commitment to humanitarian causes.
AMSG mourns over 100 miners killed in CAR’s mine collapse
….calls for fight against Illegal, unregulated mining in Africa By Gabriel Ewepu ABUJA – THE African Minerals Strategy Group (AMSG), Friday, mourned the killing of over 100 miners in gold-mine collapse in Zamboye, Central Africa Republic, CAR. In an emotion laden condolence message signed by the Nigeria’s Minister of Solid Minerals Development and Chairman, AMSG, […]
Osun: Lawyers give INEC, police 7-day ultimatum over killings
…Coalition demands probe of videos involving Wole Oke, Fadahunsi, Eniade By John Alechenu ABUJA: The Coalition of Public Interest Lawyers and Advocates (COPA) has given the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and the Nigeria Police Force seven days to commence investigations and possible prosecution over alleged incitement and killings linked to the Osun State governorship […]
Bayelsa approves CATA, urges ASUU to call off strike
By Samuel Oyadongha, Yenagoa YENAGOA: The Bayelsa State Government has approved the implementation of the Consolidated Academic Tools Allowance (CATA) and Consolidated Non-Teaching Tools Allowance (CONTTA) for academic and non-teaching staff of the state’s three universities. The Deputy Governor, Dr Peter Akpe, announced the approval on Friday at a resumed meeting with the leadership of […]
Tinubu sad over Sokoto boat accident
By Johnbosco Agbakwuru, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has expressed deep sorrow over the boat accident in Gorau Community of Goronyo Local Government Area of Sokoto State, which claimed many lives and left others missing. The President described the incident as a tragedy and extended his heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims, the government […]
Vote-buying, insecurity threaten 2027 polls — IRI Mission
Tells INEC to prosecute vote buyers, stress-test BVAS By Omeiza Ajayi ABUJA: The International Republican Institute (IRI) has warned that vote-buying, insecurity and declining public trust in the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) pose significant threats to the credibility of Nigeria’s 2027 general elections. This is contained in a statement of findings and recommendations issued […]
Tambuwal, Dasuki seek urgent security intervention in Sokoto
By Musa Ubandawaki, Sokoto SOKOTO: Former Sokoto State Governor and Senator representing Sokoto South, Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, has called for urgent Federal Government intervention to address the worsening insecurity threatening communities in the state. Tambuwal made the call when he led a delegation to a meeting with the Minister of Defence, Gen. Christopher Musa (rtd.), […]
EFCC chair, Olukoyede orders withdrawal of charges against Shehu, Abdulhamad
By Innocent Anaba The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, chairman, Mr. Ola Olukoyede has ordered the withdrawal of charges preferred against Maryam Shehu and Abubakar Abdulhamad, who were, on Thurday, arraigned before Justice Joyce Abdulmalik of a Federal High Court, Abuja, over alleged cybercrime and peddling malicious information against the Commission. While the commission […]
Tinubu Group begins mobilisation for 2027 re-election
By Emmanuel Iheaka The Renewed Hope for Greater Nigeria (RHGN) has commenced preparations for a nationwide mobilisation campaign in support of President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid in the 2027 general elections. The group is expected to flag off its national campaign in Jos, Plateau State, where it will also inaugurate its State Executive Council and […]
Nigerians affected as US tightens student visa rules, enrolment drops
The number of international students starting studies in the US has fallen sharply amid tighter immigration policies and growing uncertainty around student visas.
Ronaldo scores 977th career goal as Al Nassr thrash Al Riyadh 4-0
Cristiano Ronaldo returned to action in style on Friday, scoring as Al Nassr secured a comfortable 4-0 victory over Al Riyadh.
How Enugu Air plane overran Benin Airport runway – NSIB
By Dickson Omobola Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau, NSIB, has disclosed that Air Traffic Control, ATC, advised Enugu Air’s flight crew that the approach to Runway 23 at Benin Airport appeared better than Runway 05 before the aircraft overran the runway last month. On July 23, an Enugu Air Flight 4264, with registration number 5N-ENR, from […]
Expert condemns trolling of Okocha, backs indigenous football devt
By Dickson Omobola Sports communication expert, Dr Unwana Akpan, has called for greater investment in indigenous football development, saying it is crucial to nurturing players’ skills from an early age. Akpan, a lecturer in the Department of Mass Communication at the University of Lagos, Akoka, also criticised those trolling former Super Eagles captain, Jay-Jay Okocha, […]
ICPC uncovers another fake agency in SGF office, as Tinubu suspends 3 perm secs
President Bola Tinubu has ordered the immediate suspension of three Permanent Secretaries with immediate effect.
‘I’m thankful I left US’, Man reveals how mother ‘forced’ him to move to Nigeria
A Nigerian man, Michael Sonariwo, has recounted how his mother moved him from Atlanta, United States, to Nigeria against his wishes after he completed his sophomore year of high school.
Why Atiku stayed away from Peace Accord signing — ADC
The ADC spokesman specifically cited the violence surrounding the recent Osun State governorship election, alleging that the committee failed to respond publicly to comments by Senator Francis Fadahunsi that, according to him, could encourage violence.
