IPPIS: ASUU suspends proposed strike
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has suspended its proposed strike over Federal Government’s directive to enroll its members into the Integrated Payroll Personnel […]
Month: October 2019
The death of free speech in Africa, By Tony Ogunlowo
The new wave of democracy sweeping across Africa was meant to usher in a new kind of freedom – freedom to elect leaders of choice, […]
How do you stop Nigerian politicians from being corrupt? By Tony Ogunlowo
Corruption has been the bane of our lives ever since Nigeria came into existence: every year billions and billions of Naira of public funds are […]
Buhari, Saudi Crown Prince agree to establish Nigeria-Saudi Council
President Muhammadu Buhari Thursday in Riyadh accepted an invitation from the Saudi Crown Prince, Mohammed bin Salman, for the establishment of Nigeria- Saudi Council aimed […]
Court orders forfeiture of properties, cash belonging to Petroleum Equalisation Fund GM
Justice Folashade Ogunbanjo Giwa of the Federal High Court, Abuja, on Thursday, October 31, 2019, granted three separate interim forfeiture applications by the Economic and […]
S/Court verdict: Ambode congratulates Buhari
Former governor of Lagos State, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode, has congratulated President Muhammadu Buhari on his victory at the Supreme Court. The Apex Court on Wednesday […]
Ake Festival 2019: Grey Matter from Africa’s Literary Giants, By Jibrin Ibrahim,
I had the pleasure of participating in the Ake Festival in Lagos last weekend. It’s another master stroke for the convener, Lola Shoneyin who has […]
‘Lagos best partner in fighting HIV/AIDS in Nigeria’ – U.S. Govt
The Consul-General of the United States (U.S.) Consulate in Lagos, Ms. Claire Pierangelo, says Lagos State is America’s most effective partner in the control of […]
INEC to create additional polling units
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Thursday said it would by the first quarter of 2020 take courageous decisions on the creation of additional […]
Border closure: Ogun Assembly urges customs to maintain rules of engagement
The Ogun Assembly, on Thursday, called on the top echelon of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) to advise its officers and men to always follow […]
Debates begin as U.S. lawmakers set for first vote in Trump impeachment probe
U.S. lawmakers will cast the first vote on Thursday in the impeachment investigation of President Donald Trump as the Democratic-controlled House of Representatives takes up […]
House committee on governmental affairs to expedite action on SERVICOM bill
The House Committee on Governmental Affairs has pledged to expedite action on a bill seeking to protect SERVICOM, enhance its services and achieve its mandate. […]
DHQ, film makers partner to correct wrong narratives of Nigerian military
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) and the Nigerian Film Corporation (NFC) have commenced collaboration to engage the Nigerian movie industry to tell the story of Nigerian […]
ICPC: Absence of alleged fake medical doctor stalls case
The ongoing trial of Mr. Martins Ugwu, for an alleged impersonation of a medical doctor has been stalled by his absence in court. A statement […]
Kogi, Bayelsa elections: INEC will transmit results manually – Yakubu
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), says it will transmit all results manually during the Kogi and Bayelsa governorship elections on Nov.16. INEC’s Chairman, Prof.Mahmood […]
NDLEA intercepts 856 kgs illicit drugs, uncovers banned syrup
The National Drugs Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in Kano State says it has intercepted 856.078 kilograms of illicit drugs in the state between September and […]
Kogi election: Search for Common Ground fast-tracks violence mitigation project
Search for Common Ground, a non-governmental organisation, says it will partner other organizations in fast-tracking the implemention of its community-based election violence mitigation activities ahead […]
Army organises workshop on countering insurgency through authentic religious doctrines
The Nigeria Army, on Thursday organized a one day sensitization campaign for religious leaders, youth groups and students, on the fight against insurgency, through religious […]
FAAN partners ICPC on anti-corruption campaign
The Federal Airport Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), in partnership with the Independent Corrupt Practices and other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), on Thursday, carried out an […]
Another Petroleum tanker crashes in Onitsha
Another tanker laden with Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) on Thursday fell into a ditch by Chipex Petroleum Station around Upper Iweka axis within Onitsha, the […]
Stop giving prominence to terrorists, Buratai urges media
The Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Tukur Buratai, has urged the media to stop giving prominence to the activities of insurgents in their news publications. […]
Navy hands over 28 vehicles allegedly used for crime to NSCDC
The Nigerian Navy (NNS) Jubilee in Ikot Abasi has handed over 28 vehicles allegedly used by suspects for various crimes to the Nigerian Security and […]
Kano: Ganduje wants death penalty for kidnappers
Governor Abdullahi Ganduje of Kano State has directed the state ministry of Justice to review the Penal Code to enforce death penalty on any person […]
JUST IN: NUJ suspends ex-president, 2 zonal VPs
The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has suspended the immediate past president of the union, Mr Abdulwaheed Odusile and a sitting Vice President (VP) in […]
Alleged N16bn unpaid pension: 203 ex-employees drag Union Bank to court
No fewer than 203 former employees of the Union Bank of Nigeria Plc on Thursday dragged the bank before the National Industrial Court, Ibadan, over […]