PCN seals 305 pharmacies, medicine shops in Kebbi – Registrar
The Pharmacists Council of Nigeria (PCN) has sealed 305 pharmacies and patent medicine shops in Kebbi for various offence. The PCN Director, Enforcement, Mr Stephen […]
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Ex-Chief of Defence Staff, Lt -Gen. Dogonyaro laid to rest
Former Chief of Defence Staff, Lt-Gen. Joshua Dogonyaro was on Friday laid to rest in Lantang, Plateeu. Dogonyaro, 80, died after a brief illness on […]
Sallah:Matawalle assures civil servants of job security
Gov. Bello Matawalle of Zamfara has assured workers on the state government’s payroll that his administration would not downsize their number nor cut their salaries. […]
Warri council boss describes late Olu as exemplary traditional ruler
The Chairman, Warri South Local Government Area of Delta, Dr Michael Tidi has described late Olu of Warri, Ogiame Ikenwoli I, as a seasoned administrator, […]
PDP welcomes LG polls in Lagos State
The People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Lagos State on Wednesday said it welcomed the conduct of local government polls in July as announced by Lagos […]
AGF Idris to Post Master General: Explore NIPOST’s Human, Material Resources To Improve Agency
The Accountant General of the Federation, Ahmed idris FCNA has advised the Postmaster General of the Federation and the management team of the Nigerian […]
IBAN calls for all stakeholders’ commitment to tackle insecurity
By Chimezie Godfrey The Independent Broadcasting Association of Nigeria (IBAN) has said that dealing with the challenge of insecurity in the country requires the collective […]
Governors take fools’ ride to next level, By Azu Ishiekwene
If there was any doubt that governors are underworked and overpaid, this week proved it. This is not the old, familiar sitting governor […]
Finally, Bawa clears Senate hurdle, states vision for EFCC
The Senate on Wednesday, February 24, 2021 confirmed the appointment of Abdurasheed Bawa as the Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC. […]
African Trade Unions hail Okonjo-Iweala, insist on respect for workers rights, decent jobs
African trade unionists have tasked the new Director-General of World Trade Organisation (WTO), Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala to ensure that global trade agreements promote workers’ […]
Lassa fever killing more Nigerians than COVID-19, DIG Katsina warns
By Chimezie Godfrey The Chairman/CEO Musharak Esteem Nigeria Limited, DIG. Muhammed Katsina(rtd), mni has called on the government and all stakeholders to prioritize the fumigation […]
‘Contest of all against all’: Beyond the blame game of insecurity in Nigeria
By Ismail Misbahu “Absence of fear” is a phrase with only three capturing words used by Dr. Siddique Abubakar (of the Center of Democratic Development […]
Nigerian bandits have their cake and eat it, By Azu Ishiekwene
The fight against terror in Nigeria has been a theatre of the absurd. What began as a tiny spark of itinerant fanatics taking a […]
APC ‘ll remain in power beyond 2023 – Rep.
Rep. Yusuf Gagdi (APC-Plateau) says the All Progressives Congress (APC) will remain in power in Nigeria beyond 2023. Gagdi, representing Pankshin/Kanke/ Kanam Federal Constituency, said […]
Mairo Mudi’s “Pot of Soup,” the Immersive Reader Experience and a Story in Two Generations
By Mohammad Dahiru Lawal It is not everyday readers get the opportunity to experience a well crafted fictional work that strings them through an immersive […]
China urges Biden administration to focus on cooperation, manage differences
China has advised the Biden administration to focus on cooperation and manage differences in bilateral ties to bring the relationship between the two countries […]
Mandela and the parable of the Fulani , By Hassan Gimba
In his autobiography, Long Walk To Freedom, first published in 1994, the revered Nelson Mandela wrote: “When a man is denied the right to […]
Human Trafficking: NAPTIP seeks improved collaboration with EFCC
By Chimezie Godfrey The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) has requested for more support from the Economic and Financial Crimes […]
Despite vested interests, we’ll protect Nigeria’s interest in new PIB – Gbajabiamila
…says House to pass Bill in April …promises thorough work, engagement of stakeholders Despite the positions of any vested interest, the House of Representatives will […]
Out of School Children: Buhari inaugurates alternate programme
President Muhammadu Buhari Tuesday in Abuja directed the Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs, Disaster Management and Social Development to coordinate and lead the deployment of […]
Sunday Igboho and the Yoruba Nation, By Reuben Abati
In the past week, in the South Western part of Nigeria, we have been treated to stories of conflicts in Ondo and Oyo States between […]
Caution on Divisive Campaigns and National Security Challenges
By Salihu Moh. Lukman Progressive Governors Forum Abuja The section of our manifesto – APC – An Honest Contract with Nigeria, outlined our challenge as […]
FRSC Corps Marshal to Nigerians: Drive safely into 2021
The Corps Marshal of the Federal Road Safety Corps(FRSC), Dr Boboye Oyeyemi has urged Nigerians to drive safely and stay safe as they enter […]
Death of Labour Party’s national chairman shocking – Aremu
Prominent Labour leader, Comrade Issa aremu has described the death of National Chairman of Labour Party Alh A Abdulsalam (Barde Paiko ) on Tuesday morning […]
Sam Nda-Isaiah: And Our Paths Crossed, By Hassan Gimba
I first met Sam face to face in March 2013. He had the idea for in-depth coverage of states beyond “The governor said…” with which […]