How gunmen abducted 14 UTME candidates in Benue
Armed men have reportedly abducted no fewer than 14 passengers, many of them believed to be candidates for the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination, UTME, organized by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board, JAMB, along the Makurdi–Otukpo road in Benue State.
Stakeholders raise concerns over Kaduna ADC congresses, back Ambut as chairman
By Ibrahim Hassan-Wuyo The internal tensions within the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Kaduna State intensified on Thursday, as members of the State Executive Council (SEC) and other stakeholders expressed concerns over the conduct of recent congresses in the state. The stakeholders also reaffirmed Elder Patrick Didam Ambut as the state chairman of the party. […]
Nigerian groups warn against foreign interference in security matters
By Musa Ubandawaki, Sokoto SOKOTO:- Three prominent civic organisations in Nigeria have strongly condemned what they described as an externally driven campaign aimed at discrediting the Minister of State for Defence, Mohammed Bello Matawalle, warning against foreign interference in Nigeria’s internal security management. In a joint statement issued on April 16, the Nigerian Muslim Congress, […]
Jesus of Washington and sinners of the world, by Owei Lakemfa
Since Jesus Christ departed over two millennia, some have proclaimed themselves as the Jesus who promised to return. In this tribe are also those like Donald Trump who present themselves in the image of Jesus; in his holiness, solving human problems. In Nigeria, was a man, Emmanuel Olufunmilayo Odumosu, a professional carpenter like Joseph, the earthly […]
Ajadi pays emotional tribute as Amoo family celebrates life of Mama Comfort Oladipo at Ibadan Funeral
The leading gubernatorial aspirant in Oyo State under the platform of Peoples Democratic party, PDP, Ambassador Olufemi Ajadi Oguntoyinbo, on Friday joined family members, church leaders and dignitaries at St. James Anglican Church, Eniosa-Onibepe, Ibadan, to bid farewell to the late matriarch, Mama Comfort Adeduntan Oladipo, describing her life as “a worthy example of service, sacrifice and enduring faith.”
NANTA marks 50 Years, charts new course for Nigeria’s travel industry
By Jimoh Babatunde Ibadan — The National Association of Nigeria Travel Agencies (NANTA) has marked its 50th Annual General Meeting with a strong call for professionalism, market protection, and deeper collaboration across the travel and tourism sector. Speaking at the milestone event in Ibadan, President of NANTA, Dr. Yinka Folami, described the association’s golden jubilee […]
