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Nigerian leaders should undergo a merit test – Sanusi Lamido
Former Emir of Kano, Sanusi Lamido Sanusi advised that Nigerian leaders should undergo a ”merit test” before being chosen to occupy political positions. In a webinar themed: “The…
ASUU opposes school reopening this year
The Academic Staff Union of Universities, ASUU may be fighting the Federal Government over salary payment via IPPIS, but it has come out a surprise supporter of government shutting schools…
Buhari celebrates Jemibewon at 80
President Muhmmadu Buhari has lauded former Governor of the defunct Western Region, Maj. Gen. David Jemibewon (Rtd.), for his roles in shaping Nigeria. The President’s commendation…
I wasn’t talking to you – Adeboye tells social media critics
General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) Pastor Enoch Adeboye has told those criticising him recently that his comments and sermons were not meant for them. He…
BREAKING: Foreign Affairs Minister, Onyeama, tests positive for COVID-19
The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr. Geoffrey Onyeama, has tested positive for coronavirus. Onyeama announced the result of his fourth test on his official twitter handle on Sunday. He said…
The Fortune-Maker…The Amazing Lifestyle Of Ibrahim Magu’s Best Friend, Saadina Dantata
Alhaji Saadina Dantata is a dandy soul. Beneath his well-cut Babarigas and unassuming demeanour lies a posh and groovy character. Despite his inclinations for lustre, he understands…
Two Nigerian Students Beaten Up, Hospitalised In India, 8 Arrested
Two Nigerian students were allegedly beaten up in Roorkee, Haridwar district of Uttarakhand, India, after a disagreement with payment for food at their college canteen. According to…
Kwara detains arrested 50 night clubbers at COVID-19 isolation centre
The Kwara Technical Committee on COVID-19 arrested no fewer than 50 persons in the early hours of Saturday at a night club in Ilorin, the state capital, for violating the ban on night…
TOLULOPE AROTILE: More doubts as Yoruba of Kogi, others raise questions
More questions, emerged, yesterday, over the death of the late Flight Officer, Tolulope Arotile, as the umbrella body of Yoruba-speaking areas of Kogi State, Okun Development Association, ODA, called on the Federal Government to…
Arotile: NAF to reveal details of investigation today
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) will today give details of its preliminary investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death of Nigeria’s first female combat helicopter pilot,…
For Niger Delta, Abuja Is Not Your Problem
Tales of sleaze in the Niger Delta Development Commission underscore reasons for failed interventions of the agency in the region, writes Samuel Ajayi....... The Niger Delta…
Classmate who knocked down Arotile ‘has no driver’s licence’
A former classmate who hit Tolulope Arotile, first female combat helicopter pilot of the Nigerian Air Force (NAF), “has no driver’s licence”. Arotile died from head injuries on Tuesday when she…
INVESTIGATION: From Jonathan to Buhari: Inside Nigeria’s multibillion naira railway fraud
On March 19 this year, eight officials of the Federal Ministry of Transportation and the Nigerian Railway Corporation huddled together in Abuja with representatives of three contracting firms handling various sections of…
Nigeria is a fan of imported maize despite being Africa’s largest producer
Data made available by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) show that Nigeria has been close to attaining self-sufficiency in maize production as far back as 1960. However, the country still imports maize; a trend the…
NDDC: CSOs accuse Wike of frustrating probe
The Civil Society Advocacy Groups for Accountability and Probity has accused Rivers State Governor, Nyesome Wike of frustrating efforts of President Muhammadu Buhari to sanitise the Niger…
Court summons Malami, Emefiele, others over national theatre handover
The Federal High Court in Lagos on Friday ordered the Attorney General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami; the Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Godwin Emefiele, and…
NAF opens investigation into Arotile’s death, two suspects held
The Nigerian Air Force on Friday stated that it was investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of its Flying Officer, Tolulope Arotile, in a road accident, adding…
Attorney-General Malami drags SaharaReporters to IGP Adamu
The Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, SAN said he has petitioned the Inspector General of Police (IGP) over the persistent malicious publications…
Nigeria gives schools guidelines for reopening
The Nigerian Government has directed school owners in the country to meet specific guidelines by 29 July, towards the reopening of schools, at a date to be announced later.…
NDDC: I was pressured to spend N10b as Christmas ‘palliatives’ — Nunieh
Akpabio wanted me to award contract for things available in store’ Court restrains police, others from arresting ex-Acting MD Rivers CP tells Wike to release her to police…
10 foreigners, 32 Nigerians discharged from Lagos Isolation centres
Ten foreign nationals and 32 Nigerians were discharged from Lagos Isolation Centres on Friday, having tested negative for Coronavirus. The 42 Coronavirus patients had been in…
Combat pilot Arotile to get full military honours at burial next week
The Nigerian Air Force said on Friday that its first female combat helicopter pilot, Tolulope Arotile will be laid to rest next week with “full military honours” at the National Military Cemetery in…
Police arrest personal assistant over murder of Gokada CEO
Tyrese Devon Haspil, 21, arrested early Friday Suspect expected to be charged with second degree murder PA allegedly stole tens of thousands of dollars from entrepreneur…
We will deliver 2nd Niger Bridge and other major national projects on schedule – Julius Berger MD…
The Managing Director of Julius Berger Nigeria Plc, Engr. Dr. Lars Richter, has confidently stated that his company is “working on schedule, meeting and exceeding planned construction…