Kidnapped Benue cleric dies after regaining freedom, Mrs. Ortom mourns
By Peter Duru, Makurdi The Senior Pastor of the Universal Reformed Christian Church (NKST), Andyar Ishan Classis, Saghev Council Ward of Guma Local Government Area, LGA, of Benue State, Rev. Samuel Gbinde, has died days after regaining freedom from suspected armed herdsmen who abducted him. Rev. Gbinde was reportedly kidnapped about two weeks ago alongside […]
Umeh canvasses autonomy for electoral commissions
By Enyim Enyim ONITSHA—Immediate past chairman of the Anambra state Independent Electoral Commission (ANSIEC), Chief Cornel Umeh yesterday, called for financial autonomy for both the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and State Independent Electoral Commissions(SIECs) for true democracy to thrive in the country.
Oradajire backs Ughelli South LG boss for 2nd term
Mr. Oradajire, while speaking with newsmen at his office in Warri said, “there had been some protest from constituency two of the local government than constituency one which is made up of Ughievwen kingdom is monopolizing the position of the council chairman.
Amnesty: UNDEDSS tasks FG on sincerity
“We must not allow people with narrow views of Law and Order over a great vision of progress to undermine the chance of a comprehensive deal that will provide impetus for progress.
Adamawa ANPP sacks Chairman, others
By Umar Yusuf YOLA — Rising from its extraordinary Executive Committee meeting held in conjunction with Forum of Local Government Chairmen, the Adamawa State Chapter of the All Nigeria Peoples Party (ANPP) has announced the removal of its Chairman, Abdulrahman Bobboi and his Deputy, Yunusa Dantakada for what the party called gross party misconduct and […]
Expert tasks stakeholders on maternal healthcare
By Vincent Ujumadu AWKA—A Medical expert, Dr. Edward. Sowho said yesterday, in Awka that Nigeria has the worst maternal health indicators in the world, urging healthcare providers to do more possible to check the development.
