Court adjourns suit against NJC, others until June 23
The Federal High Court, Abuja, on Wednesday, fixed June 23 to hear a suit filed by a socio-cultural group against the National Judicial Council (NJC) […]
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Putin-Biden talks may be extended, Russian official says
U.S. President Joe Biden and his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin may extend their talks in Geneva if necessary, a top Kremlin official said on Wednesday […]
I will execute projects, others with IGR-LG chairmanship aspirant
Alhaji Dayyabu Garga, Chairmanship Aspirant, Kanam Local Government in Plateau, says if elected, his administration will use Internally Generated Revenue(IGR) to execute projects and other needs […]
Photo Speak: Minister of State, Finance, visits Treasury House
Hon minister of state finance,budget and National planning Mr Clem Agba and Accountant General of the federation Ahmed Idris fcna during a visit to Treasury […]
We plan to take Super Eagles to Cameroon by sea for 2022 Nations’ Cup — LAGFERRY
The Lagos State Ferry Services (LAGFERRY) says it is planning to transport the Super Eagles to Cameroon by sea for the 2021 African Cup of […]
FG suspends salaries of 331 civil servants
The Federal Government says it has suspended the salaries of 331 civil servants for failure to update their Integrated Personnel and Payroll Information System (IPPIS) as […]
NPC begins preparation for national census in Enugu State – Official
The National Population Commission (NPC) says it has begun pre-test across the 36 states in the country in preparation for national census. The Federal Commissioner, […]
Commonwealth values excite Gov. AbdulRazaq
Gov. AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq of Kwara says the Commonwealth’s values of human rights, inclusion, equity, empowerment and robust pluralism are timeless and invaluable for sustainable peace […]
Universities’ Finances: AGF Idris calls for transparency, accountability
The Accountant General of the Federation, Ahmed Idris FCNA has called on the leadership of Nigerian Universities to entrench the ideals of transparency, accountability and […]
Security is paramount in attracting foreign investors – Buhari
President Muhammadu Buhari says security is key in attracting foreign investment to the country and that his administration is committed to ensure that. The President […]
Lawyer commends JUSUN over suspension of 2 months strike
The Vice Chairman, Nigeria Bar Association (NBA), Gwagwalada branch, Ebosetale David, has commended Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria (JUSUN), over the suspension of its two […]
Litigants, lawyers, others express mixed reactions over JUSUN strike suspension
Some Abuja- based litigants, lawyers , court staff and vendors have have expressed mixed reactions over the suspension of the 64-day-old strike by the Judiciary […]
8 teams to light-up Enugu Aiteo Cup competition – official
Tony Ugwu, Chairman of Enugu State Football Federation (ENSFA) says the 2021 State Aiteo Cup competition will begin on June 10 at the Nnamdi Azikiwe […]
Buhari Receives 1st Made in Nigeria cell phone
President Muhammadu Buhari on Wednesday received the first made in Nigeria cell phone, known as ITF Mobile. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that […]
FG issues travel advisory to Nigerians
The Federal Government has issued travel advisory to Nigerians to Brazil, India, Turkey, citing risks from COVID-19. Mr Boss Mustapha, Chairman of the Presidential Steering […]
Census: NPC commences pre-test exercise in Kogi
The National Population Commission (NPC) in Kogi on Tuesday began the Pre-test exercise in the state as part of its preparations to create good foundation […]
5 Nigerians picked for CAF Women’s Champions League qualifying tournament
Ruth David of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) and four other Nigerians have been picked as officials for the West African qualifying tournament for the […]
Constitution Review: NGO lauds CJN on proposal for judiciary reforms
The Initiative for Citizens’ Rights, Accountability and Development (ICRAD), a non-governmental organisation (NGO) has lauded the Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Tanko Muhammad’s proposal […]
Nigeria, Twitter and Other Stories, By Reuben Abati
“Omo, I see you are still on Twitter. How you dey take do am? Come and teach your brother…” “Eishhh, Ishhh…Will you keep quiet?” “But […]
Malami’s NGOs execute 236 water projects in Kebbi
No fewer than 236 boreholes have been provided to the rural communities in need of water across the 21 local government areas in Kebbi State […]
Insecurity: Olujimi, others call for synergy among states
Chief Akin Olujimi, a former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, has called for synergy among states to tackle security challenges confronting the […]
Wike commits N5bn to infrastructure development at Law School, Yenagoa
Rivers Government has committed five billion naira to development of facilities at the Yenagoa campus of the Nigerian Law School. The state Gov. Nyesom Wike […]
Igbo business investment more in North than Southern Nigeria -Sen. Adamu
Sen. Abdullahi Adamu (APC-Nasarawa) says it is impossible for Nigeria to break along regional lines, because the Southern businessmen have more investments in the North […]
Aregbesola sets-up committee to fast-track presidential mandate
The Minister of Interior, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola has set-up a Task Force on the operationalisation of the Presidential Deliverables handed over to the ministry to […]
JUSUN strike stalls deposed Emir Sanusi’s suit against Kano Govt, others
A suit filed by deposed Emir Sanusi Lamido Sanusi II, against the Kano State government and others was Thursday stalled due to the strike by […]