Bill seeking to outlaw payment of ransom to abductors passes 2nd reading at Senate
A Bill seeking to outlaw payment of ransom to abductors, kidnappers and terrorists for the release of kidnapped persons has passed second reading at Senate. […]
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2nd Anniversary: Sanwo-Olu to unveil projects in health, education, housing sectors
Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, will be unveiling several iconic projects in the health, education, transportation, housing and other sectors as his administration attains […]
Prince Philip brought global prominence to Nigeria’s rich natural heritage – NCF
The Nigerian Conservation Foundation (NCF) has commiserated with Her Majesty, the Queen of England and the Royal Family on the passing of Prince Philip, the […]
Akeredolu appoints aides for second term
Gov. Oluwarotimi Akeredolu of Ondo State has approved the appointment of Chief Gbenga Ale, as his Chief of Staff (CoS), and Mr Olabode Richards, as […]
NOA urges religious leaders to love and tolerate one another
The National Orientation Agency (NOA) on Wednesday urged religious leaders to love and tolerate one another in order to ensure peaceful coexistence among religious groups […]
Ex-Governor Ahmed mourns Olupo of Ajasse
Former Governor of Kwara State Alhaji Abdulfatah Ahmed has commiserated with Ajasse Ipo’s people over the death of His Royal Highness Oba Sikiru Atanda […]
Senator Kalu urges Gov. Wike to join APC
Chief Whip of the Senate and former Governor of Abia State, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu on Thursday beckoned the Governor of Rivers State, Nyesom Wike, […]
Why FG will continue to support innovative ideas, interventions in MSMEs – Osinbajo
By Chimezie Godfrey Vice President Prof. Yemi Osinbajo, SAN, has said that the Buhari administration will not relent in its support for innovative ideas and […]
Opebi Land Tussle: Lagos justifies action on disputed land
By Chimezie Godfrey The Committee of Inquiry set up by the Lagos State Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Moyosore Onigbanjo to investigate the complaint of […]
Buhari welcomes US acceptance of Okonjo-Iweala’s imminent WTO leadership
President Muhammadu Buhari has welcomed pronouncement of the Office of the United States Trade Representative, signifying withdrawal of the country’s objection to the emergence of […]
INEC moves to expand voter access to polling units
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says it has become imperative to expand access to polling units in order to boost voter turnout in […]
Update: Buhari appoints Ex- Service Chiefs non- career Ambassadors designate
By Chimezie Godfrey President Muhammadu Buhari has forwarded the names of the immediate past Service Chiefs to the Senate as non-career Ambassadors-Designate. In a letter […]
In Praise of Community Policing, By Issa Aremu
I join many Nigerians to acknowledge and appreciate the remarkable activism of Mr Mohammed Adamu,mni since January 15, 2019 he was appointed by President Muhammadu […]
Exit of the Service Chiefs and Time for a New Approach, By Jibrin Ibrahim
Finally, the President sacked or “retired” his Service Chiefs off on Tuesday and appointed new ones. As is usually the case for our “Baba Go […]
Troops eliminate more terrorists in Yobe, Borno states
Chimezie Godfrey Troops of Operation Tura Takaibango have eliminated more terrorists and destroyed their enclaves in Yobe and Borno states. This was disclosed on Tuesday […]
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 […]
Accountant General defies court, Minister’s order on payment to NEMA Spokesperson
The Accountant General of the Federation, (AGF), Ahmed Idris has reportedly defied an order of the court and that of Minister of Information, Lai Mohammed […]
Nigeria: Divided in Flesh, United in Spirit, By Hassan Gimba
This article, first published in 2018, speaks to the ruckus kicked up in the polity by recent comments of prominent political and religious figures once […]
Military kills over 35 terrorists, destroys 13 gun trucks, others
By Chimezie Godfrey Military operations in troubled zones of the country have led to the killing of over 35 terrorists, destruction of 13 gun trucks and […]
Dakuku postpones book launch, announces new date
The launch of the book “Strategic Turnaround” written by Dr. Dakuku Peterside and a public lecture to mark his 50th birthday earlier scheduled for Thursday […]
Security checklist, as Nigeria marks Armed forces Rememberance Day, By Presidency
January 15 every year is commemorated as Armed Forces Remembrance Day. As the milestone is marked this year, it also provides ample opportunity to […]
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Community relations agenda for the incoming LASU VC
By Tunde Akanni Still wondering on the idea which LASU’s current and potential stakeholders, as well as visitors may be consensual about? It’s the […]
Sam Nda-Isaiah: The Friday appointment that never was, By Zainab Suleiman Okino
Death does not diminish its strangeness any time it comes knocking at our door. So was Sam Nda-Isaiah’s, simply known as Sam or chairman. The […]
Nigeria hosts first-in-Africa drive-through arts, crafts exhibition
A two-day first-in-Africa drive-through exhibition of arts and crafts is on-going in Abuja. Staged by the National Council for Arts and Culture (NCAC) the exhibition […]