‘True Federalism’ and other fallacies
Public debate in Nigeria, permit me to say, is not as educative as you would find in many civilised societies. The predominant elements here are ethnic and religious…
How we stopped hoodlums from hijacking June 12 protest in Ojota – Lagos Police
The Lagos police command says it prevented hoodlums from hijacking the June 12 protest in the Ojota area of the state. The police noted that the hoodlums blocked traffic at the Maryland axis…
Nigeria has not reached the promised land — but we’ve left Egypt – Fayemi
Kayode Fayemi, governor of Ekiti, says although Nigeria has not reached the promised land, the country has left “Egypt”. The “promised land” is a city in the Bible…
We’ll pay bandits in same coin — Matawalle
Gov. Bello Matawalle of Zamfara has said that his administration will deal decisively with bandits and their sponsors terrorising the state. Matawalle made his position known in a statewide…
Former President Jonathan felicitates Abdulsalami Abubakar at 79
Former President Dr Goodluck Ebele Jonathan has offered felicitations to ex-Head of State General Abdulsalami Abubakar on the occasion of his 79th birthday, commending him for…
Eriksen stable after collapse after initial scare
Denmark midfielder Christian Eriksen collapsed on the field during his country’s opening Euro 2020 match against Finland in Copenhagen. The Inter star went down…
June 12: Amotekun will metamorphosed to State Police, says Akeredolu
Ondo State Governor, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, has said that the State Security Network codenamed Amotekun Corps would metamorphosed into a State Police. Akeredolu who said he…
28 years after, we’re yet to get benefits of Abiola’s sacrifice – Family
Family members of late politicians and the adjudged winner of the June 12, 1993, Presidential election, Chief Moshood Kashimawo Olawale Abiola, have said that there were no…
Players of African descent to watch as UEFA Euro 2020 begins
Football fans across the globe can look forward to an exciting month of non-stop football action, as Euro 2020 begins. Will England shine? Will France dominate? Or can Cristiano Ronaldo lead Portugal to another Euro…
Atiku Abubakar suspended from Zurmi throne, accused of banditry
Gov. Bello Matawalle of Zamfara has approved the suspension of the Emir of Zurmi, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar Muhammad, over his alleged involvement in banditry. The suspension came on the…
Dreams still unfulfilled, nothing to cheer about 22 years’ civil rule –Families of democracy heroes
Gbenga Adeniji and Percy Ani feel the pulse of families of heroes of democracy as Nigeria records 22 years of civil rule Nigeria’s return to democratic rule in 1999 was not attained on a silver platter. Many…
2021 Hajj: Saudi Arabia bars travellers from Nigeria, others over COVID-19
Saudi Arabia has barred travellers from Nigeria and other countries from performing 2021 Hajj over coronavirus concerns. This is as Saudi Arabia announced Saturday it will allow 60,000 vaccinated residents of…
NDLEA intercepts 100,000 bottles of codeine syrup at Onne Port
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has intercepted over 100,000 bottles of codeine syrup, weighing 15,325kg, at the Onne Seaport, Port Harcourt, Rivers State. The drugs were packed in 500 cartons…
NDDC: Group hails Buhari over proposed reconstitution of NDDC Board
A pan-Niger Delta youth group, NDPA, has commended President Muhammadu Buhari over the proposed reconstitution of the board of the Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC, as advised by the Minster of the Niger…
‘Life goes on, it’s just tennis,’ says Nadal after French Open reign ends
Rafael Nadal shrugged off his epic loss to Novak Djokovic at the French Open insisting “life goes on” as the 13-time champion suffered just his third ever defeat in 108 matches in Paris over 16 years. In their…
Wike talks tough, orders destruction of criminal hideouts in Rivers
As part of strategy to preempt criminal attacks on Rivers State, Governor Nyesom Wike has ordered the destruction of all criminal hideouts in Ahoada, Elele, Eleme and…
I am prepared to die for Nigeria: Buhari’ s Democracy Day speech
The full speech of President Buhari on Democracy Day Fellow Nigerians, I join you all today to…
It’s now fire for fire – Buhari tells secessionists
Secessionists, arsonists and bandits should now expect fire for fire from the federal government as it adopts a tougher stance against insecurity across the country.…
Judiciary: More reactions trail JUSUN strike suspension
The suspension of the 64-day-old nationwide strike embarked upon by the Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria, JUSUN, has been received with mixed feelings in Abuja.…
Imo nightlife returns, Hoteliers, Night club owners happy
Hoteliers, night club owners in Owerri, Imo State, on Friday said that they were happy that the Imo state nightlife activities have gradually returned.…
LASIEC confirms APC, PDP, APGA,11 other political parties for July 24 LG polls
Lagos State Independent Electoral Commission, LASIEC, on Friday, released list of 14 political parties that submitted nomination forms to contest in the…
Buhari approves N15trn Infraco Plc for infrastructure
President Muhammadu Buhari has approved the establishment of Infraco Plc, an infrastructure development vehicle with a capital base of N15 trillion, about $36,407,766,000.…
Lagos panel kicks against misleading reportage of Saturday proceedings
Lagos State judicial panel on Friday kicked against false and misleading reportage of the panel proceedings of Saturday 5th June as published in some newspapers,…
Dortmund reject Man Utd’s £67m for Jordan Sancho
Manchester United have had an opening bid of £67 million ($95m) rejected for Jadon Sancho. The England international is one of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s top targets this…