OSUN: APC A Party Full Of Deceit – Bolorunduro •As Hundreds Of Decampees Join PDP
The People's Democratic Party, PDP, in Oriade LG of Osun State, gained more prominence on Saturday by the influx of about a thousand members of APC.
The decampees led by a Financial Expert Dr. Wale Bolorunduro, asserted that their…
You Left Lagacies But I Fought You Because Of Politics, Oshiomhole Tells Jonathan
A former national chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Adams Oshiomhole, has admitted to former president, Goodluck Jonathan, that he fought him during his administration “because of politics”.
Oshiomhole stated this at…
Re: Insecurity Will Worsen If Makinde Is Re-elected – Oyo APC
The worst waste of time is arguing with the fool or fanatic who does not care about truth or reality as it is on Oyo APC, but only the victory of his beliefs and illusions. Never waste time on arguments that do not make sense.
There…
ASUU Will Never Embark On Strike Under My Administration, Atiku Vows
The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar has said the Academic Staff Union of Universities, ASUU, won’t embark on strike if he is elected as president.
Atiku said the government’s inability to resolve…
Soludo Suspends Newly Appointed Chairman For Beating Wife To Death
The Governor of Anambra State, Prof Chukwuma Soludo, has Suspended the newly appointed Transition Chairman of Nnewi North Local Government Area Hon Mbaulike Iloka for allegedly beating his wife to death on Sunday.
It was alleged…
I Am The Richest Pastor In The World – Oyedepo
Founder of Living Faith Church Worldwide, Bishop David Oyedepo has concurred with people making the news of him being the richest pastor in the world, saying that he has met all the criteria used in accessing the richest person.
…
2022 International Youth Day: YASR Commends Makinde’s Youthful Inclusion In Governance
A support group, Young Appointees for Seyi’s Re-election, YASR, has celebrated the youths of Oyo State for their resilience and continued support for Seyi Makinde-led administration.
YASR emphasised that the current administration…
2023 Not Obi’s Time , He Does Not Have All It Takes To Unify Nigeria – Dino Melaye
The spokesperson for Atiku/PDP PCO, Dino Melaye has fired back at those faulting the presidential abilities of his master, Atiku Abubakar.
Speaking when he appeared in a programme on Channels Television, the senator who represented Kogi…
BIRTHDAY: Oyo Acting Governor Celebrates Hosea Agboola At 62
The Acting Governor of Oyo State, Barr Bayo Lawal has felicitated the Chairman, Oyo Advisory Committee, Sen. Hosea Agboola (Halleluyah) on the occasion of his 62 birthday anniversary.
Lawal, in a statement made available to newsmen…
Bayo Lawal As Acting Governor: Makinde The Uncommon Phenomenon Always Setting The Pace | By Rita…
Great leadership usually starts with a willing heart, a positive attitude, and a desire to make a difference. In Oyo State, Governor Makinde has been able to set a lot of pace in Nigeria political history. Truly, leadership is the art…
RE-ELECTION: Day Oyo North PDP Stakeholders Declared Support For Makinde At Iseyin
Ahead of the 2023 general elections, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Oyo North Senatorial District, has declared its full support for the Governor Seyi Makinde/Barr. Bayo Lawal governorship ticket, noting that all its members would…
2023: Popular Comedian, Macaroni, Reveals Party He Will Vote For
Ahead of the 2023 general elections, popular Nigerian Comedian, Mr Macaroni, has vowed that he would never vote for the ruling party, All Progressives Congress (APC) or Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
Mr Macaroni, however, didn’t…
ATIKU: Wike Won’t Leave PDP, He Is Only Playing Mind Games – Dele Momodu
Veteran journalist, Dele Momodu, has weighed into the crisis rocking the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, saying Governor Nyesom Wike of Rivers State will not dump the main opposition party.
There had been disagreements in the PDP since…
Yola Agog For Atiku
A mammoth crowd has turned out in Yola, the Adamawa State capital, to welcome former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, who is returning to the state for the first time following his nomination as the presidential flagbearer of the Peoples…
Minimum Of 35% Women Inclusion In All Govt Programmes Now Compulsory, Says Hon. Mopelola
The Kwara State Commissioner for Women Affairs, Hon. Mopelola Abdulmaliq-Bashir has reiterated that all government officials must ensure that there's minimum of 35% women inclusion in every program, employment, empowerment etc taking…
Police Dismiss Officer For Assaulting Member Of Public
The Nigeria Police Force has dismissed Force No. 509745 Corporal Opeyemi Kadiri attached to Dolphin Divisional Headquarters, Lagos Police Command for gross misconduct, disobedience to lawful order, and assault on a member of the public…
PDP Crisis: I Did Not Sue Atiku, Others Over 2023 Presidential Ticket
Rivers State Governor, Mr Nyesom Wike few moments ago (Friday) has denied reports making the rounds that he has instituted a lawsuit seeking the removal of Atiku Abubakar as the presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP)…
Oyinloye, Remi Oladoye Make List As Oyo North Wolekanle Announces Campaign Team
The People's Democratic Party (PDP) Senatorial Candidate for the Oyo North Senatorial District, Hon Akinwale Akinwole, has announced the appointment of Hon. Abd-jeleel Adebare Oyinloye as the Director-General of his campaign Organization.
…
SKILL ACQUISITION: Ibadan North LG Set To Empower 160 Trainees With Start-Up Grants
Ibadan North Local Government of Oyo state is set to equipped over One Hundred and Sixty unemployed youth, trained in variousacquisition skills with start-up grants.
The youths, drawn from all the 12 political wards of the local…
FROM PRISON TO SENATE: Days After Release, Dariye Plans To Contest Plateau Seat
Barring any last-minute change, a former governor of Plateau State, Senator Joshua Dariye, will declare interest to contest the Plateau Central senatorial seat on the platform of the Labour Party (LP).
Dariye; former Taraba governor,…
ASUU Strike: Varsity Education Not For Everybody, Says Umahi
Ebonyi State governor and chairman of South East Governors’ Forum, David Umahi, has said that university education is not for everybody.
Advocating a review of the Nigerian educational system, Umahi said it was unreasonable for the…
LG Caretaker Committees: PDP Wins As Court Rules Against Oyetola
An Osun State High Court sitting in Osogbo has dismissed the preliminary objection raised by the State Governor, Adegboyega Oyetola in the suit filed by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
Recall the Osun PDP had filed a suit…
2023: Sheathe Your Swords For PDP’s Victory, George Tells Wike, Atiku, Urges Ayu To Resign
A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in the Southwest, Chief Bode George, on Wednesday, called on angry members of the party to sheathe their swords for the benefit of the party.
George, who urged the party’s presidential…
Corruption Causes Division, Make The Right Choice In 2023, Obasanjo Urges Nigerians
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo on Wednesday urged Nigerians to make the right choice during the 2023 general elections.
He warned that making the wrong choice in the election may consume the nation.
Obasanjo spoke as the special…
2023: Why Atiku Must Win Presidential Election – Babangida
Former Governor of Niger State, Babangida Aliyu Muazu, has expressed optimism that the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, presidential candidate will win the 2023 election.
Babangida said Atiku should win the February election because…
2023: Wike Never Asked Anyone Not To Campaign For Atiku In Rivers – PDP
The Rivers State Chapter of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) has broken the silence over the claims making rounds that Governor Nyesom Wike banned the party from campaigning for Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, its presidential candidate…
JUST IN: Makinde Reshuffles Cabinet
Oyo State Governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde, has done a minor reshuffling of his cabinet, assigning new portfolios to two Commissioners.
The reshuffling was announced at the Executive Council meeting at the Executive Chamber of the…
BREAKING: Ido LG Chairman, Sherrif Adeojo, Suspended Indefinitely
The Legislative Arm of Ido Local Government Council, on Tuesday, suspended the executive chairman of the council, Hon. Sheriff Aderemi ADEOJO, in the plenary held at the council legislative house.
While moving the motion for his…
2023: Plateau Christian Groups Disown Lalong, Tinubu’s Campaign
Three reputable Christian groups in Plateau State have disowned Governor Simon Lalong for accepting his nomination as the Director-General of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Presidential Campaign Council in preparation for the 2023…
Nigeria Among Top World Bank Debtors’ List
Rising debt has pushed Nigeria up the World Bank’s top 10 International Development Association borrowers’ list.
The World Bank Fiscal Year 2021 audited financial statements, known as the IDA financial statement, showed that Nigeria was…
BREAKING: We Have Arrested Those Behind Owo Attack- CDS Irabor
The Chief of Defence Staff, General Lucky Irabor, has said those behind the Owo attacks have been arrested.
Some gunmen had stormed St. Francis Catholic Church, Owo, Ondo State, killing no fewer than 40 worshippers.
The Federal…
Don’t Negotiate With Wike Without PDP Leaders, Lamido Warns Atiku
A former governor of Jigawa State, Sule Lamido, has warned that the presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, Atiku Abubakar, should not enter into any reconciliatory agreement and negotiation with any aggrieved member of the…
We Will Use Our Votes Against Those Who Say We Don’t Matter, Says Wike •As Sanwoolu…
Rivers State governor, Nyesom Ezenwo Wike, has declared that anybody who despises the political capability of the State will be meted with the same treatment.
Governor Wike made the declaration at the inauguration of the Orochiri…
Wole Soyinka Reacts To Pyrates Confraternity’s Song Mocking Tinubu
Elder statesman, Prof Wole Soyinka, has expressed disgust at a viral video showing some purported members of the National Association of Seadogs, otherwise called Pyrates Confraternity, mocking the presidential candidate of the All…
Esteemed 37 Oke-Ogun Royal Fathers Not Coerced, Bribed, Visited Oyo Deputy Gov Out Of Honour –…
The Oke Ogun Patriots Front, O.O.P, a frontline political pressure group for the development of Oke Ogun, has frowned at the accusations made against the Governor of Oyo state, His Excellency Seyi Makinde, and 37 Oke Ogun Obas by a group…
Few Hours Later, Kizz Daniel Released From Tanzanian Police Custody
The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission has said that singer, Oluwatobiloba Anidugbe, popularly known as Kizz Daniel, has been released from police custody in Tanzania.
A video that went viral on social media on Monday showed the…
CLIMATE CHANGE: Delivering Objectives Of Act 2021 Without “Humongous Bureaucracy” | By Mardiyyah…
Recent moves by President Buhari to implement Climate Change Act 2021, Nigeria’s framework law to deliver green growth for sustainable economic development, are rubbing against bureaucratic infighting over the form and composition of…
Oke-Ogun: Oyo Deputy Governor Commends Hosea Agboola For Promoting Unity
The Deputy Governor of Oyo State, Barrister Adebayo Abdul-raheem Lawal has showered praise on the Chairman, Governor’s Advisory Council Committee, Senator Hosea Agboola commonly known as ‘Halleluyah’ for encouraging unity among PDP…
AMAC Election: Court Orders Stay Of Execution
The Area Council Election Tribunal in the election to the office of the Chairman, Abuja Municipal Area Council, Federal Capital Territory has ordered a Stay of Execution on the judgment delivered by the Tribunal between the AMAC…
Oyo 2023 Guber: I Won’t Vote For Party But Personality, Says Olubadan’s Daughter,…
Princess Olayinka Balogun Gbadamosi, the daughter of His Imperial Majesty, Oba Lekan Mohood Ishola, the Olubadan of Ibadanland, has stated that he has no preferred candidates among the few personalities contending for the seat of…
OSUN: Calm Down, Mandate Can’t Be Stolen Second Time, My Victory Will Be Defended, Retained,…
The Governor - Elect of Osun state, Senator Ademola Adeleke has vowed to defend and retain his electoral victory before the election petition tribunal, declaring that his emergence as Governor-elect is entrenched in total compliance…
PDP’s Gbadamosi Declares Support For Labour Party
Babatunde Gbadamosi, a stalwart of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Lagos State, has defected to the Labour Party ahead of next year’s elections.
Gbadamosi, who disclosed this in a statement on Friday in Lagos, declared his support…
‘If Not For Buhari, Cost Of Rice, Tomato Could Have Been Worse’ – Keyamo
Minister of States for Labour and Employment, Festus Keyamo, has said the President Muhammadu Buhari-led All Progressives Congress (APC) has tried to ensure the prices of food items do not go beyond what it is now.
The legal…
PDP Won’t Sanction Wike, Others – Ayu
The National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, Senator Iyorchia Ayu, has ruled out the possibility of sanctioning the Governor of Rivers State, Nyesom Wike, over his outbursts against the party’s leadership and its presidential…
FG Has Done Enough, Parents Should Beg ASUU To Call Off Strike – Keyamo
The Minister of State for Labour and Employment, Festus Keyamo, SAN, has called on Nigerian parents and guardians whose parents are affected by the ongoing shutdown of academic activities in government-owned universities to appeal to the…
JUST-IN: Nigeria Threatens To Pull Out Of ECOWAS
Nigeria has threatened to withdraw its membership of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) if the regional body does not suspend its ongoing recruitment exercise as recently directed in the 2022 First Ordinary Session…
You Will Fall Again – PDP Reacts As APC Challenges Osun Guber Poll
Osun State Chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, has reacted to the decision of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and Governor Gboyega Oyetola to challenge the result of the July 16 governorship election before the Election…
Unknown Gunmen Kill Asiri Eniba’s Close Ally, Spanal, In Osogbo
A notorious thug in Osun popularly called Spanal was killed on Friday afternoon in Oke-Ijetu, Ilesa-garage area of Osogbo.
Spanal was a close ally of the Chairman of the Osogbo branch of the National Union of Road Transport Workers…
3 Days After Oyo Intercepted Over 150, Ondo Amotekun Arrests Trucks Conveying 151 Charm-Carrying…
The men of the Ondo State Security Network Agency, also known as Amotekun Corps, have intercepted a truck that conveyed about 151 persons who were suspected to invaders.
It was gathered that the corps made the arrest while acting on…
Gowon’s Elder Sister, Lami Dimka, Is Dead
Mrs Maryamu Lami Dimka, elder sister to General Yakubu Gowon, former Military Head of State, is dead.
Dimka, who was wife to the Late Commissioner of Police, Mr SK Dimka, died on Wednesday.
She is survived by children Mrs…
Deny IPOB Access To Your Platform, FG Tells Google
The Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed, Thursday appealed to Google to deny members of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) access to its platform.
Speaking in Abuja yesterday when a team from Google visited him, he…
Jonathan Tenure Better, Buhari Has Put Nigeria In Worse Situation Than In 2015 – Sanusi
Former Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi Lamido II, has expressed great concerns about the current state of the country, saying that Nigeria is now in a worse situation compared to what obtained in 2015 when President Muhammadu Buhari…
INSECURITY: Osinbajo Tells Military To Account For Security Expenditure
Vice President Yemi Osinbajo has underscored the need for transparency in the management of resources meant for the acquisition of hardware for the defence and security agencies.
He spoke late Wednesday during a virtual interaction…
Atiku, Wike Meet At Prof Jerry Gana’s Abuja Residence
Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar and Governor Nyesom Wike of Rivers State met in Abuja on Thursday.
The duo who have been having a running battle since the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) presidential primary met at the house of…
Ride-Hailing Service, Africar, Officially Launched In Ibadan
Governor 'Seyi Makinde and the Minister of Industry, Trades and Investment, H.E. Adeniyi Adebayo, on Thursday, launched a new ride-hailing service in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital.
Codenamed: 'AFRICAR', the ride-hailing service was…
‘I Am Happy Next President Of Nigeria Appointed Me As Spokesperson’, Melaye Reacts
Former Kogi West Senator, Dino Melaye, has thanked Former Vice-President, Atiku Abubakar and the Presidential Candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), for appointing him as a spokesperson for the 2023 presidential campaign.
…
2023: Atiku Appoints Former APC Chieftain, Bwala, Dino Melaye As Campaign Spokesperson
The presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, Atiku Abubakar has designated former lawmaker, Dino Melaye, and Dr. Daniel Bwala to serve as his spokespersons for the 2023 presidential campaign.
Media Adviser to the…
Governor Ortom To Procure AK-47, AK-49, Other Sophisticated Weapons For Security Outfit
Benue State Governor, Samuel Ortom, on Thursday unveiled the state’s security outfit known as Community Volunteer Guards.
He pledged that his administration would legally procure AK-47, AK-49 and other sophisticated weapons for the…
N1.4bn SECURITY VEHICLES: Leave Buhari Alone, He Has Right To Act On His Prerogative, Finance…
The Muhammadu Buhari administration on Wednesday confirmed that it has purchased vehicles worth N1.4 billion to help neighbouring Niger Republic tackle insecurity.
Zainab Ahmed, the Minister of Finance, Budget, and National Planning,…
Tinubu Yet To Confirm Availability As Atiku, Obi Set To Speak At NBA 2022 Annual General Conference
The Nigerian Bar Association says two of the four leading candidates in Nigeria’s 2023 presidential elections have confirmed their availability to speak at the forthcoming Annual General Conference of the Association (NBA) in Lagos…
Protesters Storm PDP Secretariat, Ask Ayu To Resign
Disturbed by the ongoing crisis in the Peoples Democratic Party over its 2023 governorship ticket in Delta state, young members of the party, on Wednesday, stormed the National Secretariat of the PDP to demand the resignation of its…
Benue APC Chieftain Residence On Fire
The crisis rocking the All Progressives Congress in Benue State assumed dangerous dimensions as arsonists, early hours of Wednesday, set ablaze the residence of a chieftain of the party, Alhaji Abubakar Usman, aka Young Alhaji in Otukpo,…
Intensify Efforts Against Terrorists, Air Chief Orders Commanders
The Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Oladayo Amao, has directed Nigerian Air Force Operational Commanders in various operation theatres across the country to show no mercy to terrorists.
He also ordered them to ensure they employ…
INSECURITY: IGP Meets CPs, Others
The Inspector General of Police, Usman Baba, is currently meeting with all Commissioners of Police and other senior officers in the country.
It was gathered that the meeting was a result of the rising insecurity in the country.
Our…
Gunmen Kidnap Kaduna Rector, Kill One
Gunmen have reportedly attacked and killed one person and abducted the Rector of the Federal School of Statistics, in Manchok, Kaura Local Government Area of Kaduna State.
A source told The PUNCH that the attack took place at…
TRAFFIC INFRACTION: Despite Threat To ‘Call The Governor’, Arise TV Presenter, Rufai…
Popular TV broadcaster, Rufai Oseni, has been fined the sum of ₦70,000 for committing a traffic infraction in Lagos.
The Lagos State Police Command Public Relations Officer, Benjamin Hundeyin, made this known in an update released on…
2023: To Hell With Your N10m Offer, Popular Actor Osuofia Rubbishes Tinubu’s Monetary…
Popular Nollywood actor, Nkem Owoh, popularly known as Osuọfia has reportedly rejected a N10 million offer to endorse the All Progressives Congress (APC), Bola Tinubu, Presidential candidate ahead of the 2023 Presidential election.
…
My Administration Lifted Embargo On Promotion, Training, Recruitment Of Civil Servants In Oyo,…
Oyo State Governor, 'Seyi Makinde, on Tuesday, declared that his administration will continue to prioritise human capacity development for Civil/Public Servants in the State in order to ensure that they stand shoulder to shoulder with…
Terrorists Release Five More Kidnapped Passengers
Five of the passenger who were abducted from a Kaduna-bound train on March 28, 2022, have been released.
Among the freed passengers are Prof. Mustapha Umar Imam, a medical doctor at the Usman Dan Fodio University Teaching Hospital…
Peter Obi Not In Support Of IPOB – Baba-Ahmed
Vice presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Datti Baba-Ahmed, has said that the party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi, is not in support of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and its activities.
Baba-Ahmed made this…
Three More Airlines May Shut Down Before 2023, Expert Warns
Foremost Aviation analyst, Capt. Alex Nwuba, has said three more airlines may go under before the end of the year as a result of the current challenges facing the industry.
Nwuba, who is the National President, Aircraft Owners and…
Insecurity: Act Fast Or Resign, CSOs Tell Buhari
A coalition of over 80 human rights organisations under the aegis of the Nigeria Civil Society Situation Room on Tuesday expressed disappointment over the poor state of the nation and the worsening insecurity that had taken place in…
25 Years After Death, Family Remembers Fela Kuti
The AKuti family on Tuesday marked the 25th death anniversary of late Afrobeat legend, Fela Anikulapo-Kuti.
Remembering their late father, who died on August 2, 1997, Femi and Seun Anikulapo-Kiti, also musicians, paid tribute to the…
Blame Marketers For Increment In Fuel Price Not Us, Says FG
The Federal Government on Monday insisted that it had not raised the pump price of Premium Motor Spirit, popularly called petrol, above the regulated cost of N165/litre.
It said the hike in the cost of the commodity, currently between…
O-YES: If You Recruit 75,000 New Staff Illegally, I Will Disband Them, Adeleke Warns Oyetola
Osun State Governor-Elect, Senator Ademola Adeleke, has warned against alleged plans by the outgoing Governor of the state to recruit recently interviewed 75,000 O-Yes volunteers into the state civil service.
Senator Adeleke, in a…
Muslim-Muslim Ticket: Oshiomhole Attacks ‘Sex-Toy Senator’
The former National chairman of the All Progressives Congress, Adams Oshiomhole, has tackled the senator representing Adamawa North, Elisha Abbo, for his opposition to the party’s Muslim-Muslim ticket.
Abbo, who is infamous for…
Pantami Kicks Against New Tax On Calls, Data
The Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Isa Pantami, has kicked against an attempts by the Federal Government to add a five per cent duty to telecommunication services.
Patami disclosed this in Lagos, Monday at the…
N68b Unpaid Gratuities: You Are Enjoying Assets, Don’t Disclaim Liabilities, Ogun Pensioners…
The pensioners in Ogun State have tackled the State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, over non-payment of their gratuities and other entitlements, amounting to about N68 billion.
Abiodun had on Sunday blamed his predecessors, Gbenga Daniel and…
No Place Like Home, I Am Ready To Sacrifice For Nigeria’s Survival – Peter Obi
The Presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has reiterated his undying love for Nigeria and his unalterable belief in its indivisibility.
In a virtual interactive session with more than 1,000 members of his foremost…
Tambuwal’s commissioner Joins APC
Barely 24 hours after the defection of the chairman of Tangaza local government council, Hon. Salihu Bashar Kalanjine, alongside eight Councillors to the opposition All Progressives Congress (APC) in Sokoto State, a serving Commissioner…
Orubebe Declares Membership For APC
Former Minister of Niger Delta Affairs, Elder Godsday Orubebe has officially signed the APC membership register in his Tuomo Ward Three in Burutu Local Government Area of Delta State.
Recall that Orubebe, a key minister during the…
PDP Crisis: Wike’s Camp Insists On Ayu’s Resignation Before Supporting Atiku
Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike, yesterday met with Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governors and other stakeholders of the party, who coordinated his campaign for presidential ticket.
The meeting was held behind closed doors at…
EXCLUSIVE REPORT: The New Waste Management Architecture In Oyo State
Governor Seyi Makinde has announced a new waste management architecture in Oyo State, and has clearly stated that the Private Sector Participants (PSPs) who had been working with the Oyo State Waste Management Agency have been…
Youth Unemployment Worse Than Time Bomb, Says Olu Of Warri
The Olu of Warri, Ogiame Atuwatse III has lamented over the level of youth unemployment in the country, saying it is worse than a time bomb waiting to explode.
The monarch, who was a guest on Channels Television’s current affairs…
Makinde To Evacuate Unauthorised Traders Selling Alcoholic Content At Ojoo Bus Terminals
Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde said on Sunday that the government will soon be evacuating traders selling alcoholic content at the Ojoo bus terminals.
He also stated that his administration will continue to be fair and just…
I Just Got My Passport Renewed | By Foluso Phillips
I just got my passport renewed. So, what is the big deal you might ask? Well, I did it in what I regard as record time, by following the system. That is the big deal.
It all started with my desperate need to renew my passport very…
Sokoto Governor, Tambuwal, Meets Obasanjo Behind Closed Doors
Sokoto State governor, Aminu Tambuwal on Sunday, visited former President, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo in what was described as a national issues meeting.
The meeting held at the Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library (OOPL) Penthouse…
INFLATION: Please, Increase Our Salary, Workers Beg Government
Following the increase in the pump price of petrol, some federal and state civil servants have appealed to both governments to increase workers salaries to reduce their hardships.
The workers, who spoke in separate interviews on…
Afenifere Backs Peter Obi Ahead Of Tinubu, Gives Reasons
Leader of Afenifere, Ayo Adebanjo, has explained why the pan-Yoruba socio-political organisation is supporting Peter Obi ahead of Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
In a tweet, Adebanjo said Tinubu will only continue President Muhammadu Buhari’s…
Why We Can’t Extend Voters Registration – INEC
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), on Saturday, ruled out the possibility of extending the ongoing continuous voter’s registration (CVR) exercise, scheduled to end on July 31, 2022.
INEC National Commissioner in…
Peter Obi Gives Reason For Attending Dunamis Church
Labour Party, LP, presidential candidate, Peter Obi has explained why he attended Dunamis International Gospel Centre on Friday.
Obi explained that he attended Dunamis church to fellowship and thank God.
He disclosed this while…
Nigerian Doctors Threaten To Go On Strike
In a bid to tackle the brain drain in the health sector, the Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors has issued a two-week ultimatum to the Federal Government to implement the new National Minimum Wage, hazard allowance and other approved…
Dogara, Babachir Lawal Visit Wike, Give Reasons
The former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Babachir Lawal and the former Speaker, House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Yakubu Dogara, on Saturday met with Rivers State governor, Nyesom Wike, in Port Harcourt on Saturday.
…
No Lawmaker Submitted Defection Letter To Senate President, Says Media Aide
Ola Awoniyi, a media aide to the Senate President, Ahmad Lawan, has said that no defection letter has been submitted to his principal by any Senator as claimed by some media outlets.
Some news organisations (not PUNCH) on Friday…
APC Muslim/Muslim Ticket Senseless, Divisive – Dogara (FULL SPEECH)
Mr Dogara, a member of the APC, is one of many Nigerians who have kicked against the ticket.
A former Speaker of the House of Representatives, Yakubu Dogara, has said he and Christian leaders will continue to reject the decision…
2023: Okowa Meets Ortom, Begs Wike For Genuine Reconciliation
The vice presidential candidate of the People’s Democratic Party, Governor Ifeanyi Okowa has appealed to his Rivers State counterpart, Governor Nyesom Wike on the need for genuine reconciliation on thorny issues rocking the party.
Mr…
BLACK FRIDAY: Sanwoolu’s Aide Involved In Ghastly Car Accident, Dies
It was a Black Friday as Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu lost his Senior Special Assistant on Tertiary Education, Youths and Students Affairs, Omotayo Sanyaolu, in a lone auto crash at Maryland area of the state.
According to…
2023: Unknown Thugs Storm Lagos Catholic Church, Cart Away PVC Registration Machines
Some thugs have invaded St. Bridget Catholic Church ljesha, Surulere Lagos, and catered away machines of INEC officials carrying out PVC registration.
The Parish Priest of the church as at the time of filling this report, has locked up…
OSUN: I Will Be A Governor Of The People, Adeleke Declares, Celebrates Hijrah At Ansarudeen Central…
Governor-elect, Senator Ademola Adeleke today celebrated the Hijrah, on Friday, with a pledge to follow through with his electoral promises and stand all the time with the people of Osun state.
Accompanied by top aide, Alhaji Kazeem…
JUST IN: ‘So many Lies Were Told’ – Wike Finally Reacts To Atiku’s Arise TV…
Rivers Governor Nyesom Wike has said the presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Atiku Abubakar told many lies during his recent interview.
Wike, who spoke on Friday morning at the Port Harcourt…
Iseyin PDP Leaders Visit Oyo Deputy Governor, Bayo Lawal, Hail Makinde
The PDP chieftains from Iseyin axis have, on Thursday, paid a courtesy visit to Barr. Bayo Lawal on his emergence as new deputy governor of Oyo State.
The PDP leaders ably led by the Party Chairman, Hon. Mufutau Abilawon, described…
Makinde Set To Commence Massive Rehabilitation Of Inner Roads
The Oyo State Government has barred all former Private Sector Participants (PSPs) from engaging in any form of refuse evacuation in the state.
This directive was issued by His Excellency, Governor Seyi Makinde in his newsletter…
OSUN: 13 Days After He Emerged Gov-elect, Adeleke Inaugurates 37-Member Transition Committee
Sen. Ademola Adeleke, the Osun governor-elect, has inaugurated a 37-member Transition Committee to facilitate a smooth transition between the incumbent and the newly elected administration in the state.
Inaugurating the committee on…
YASR Hails Makinde Over Reinstatement Of 129 Public Primary School Teachers Sacked By Ajimobi
… urges teachers to reciprocate Gov's kind gesture
A support group, Young Appointees for Seyi’s Re-election, YASR, has commended Governor ‘Seyi Makinde for yielding to the call of the good people of Oyo State by reinstating 129…
Oyo Govt, UNICEF Launch Open Defecation Free Roadmap, WASH
… residents must maintain safe, clean, healthy environment, they say
The Government of Oyo State, in collaboration with the United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF), on Wednesday, launched the Open Defecation Free…
Makinde Congratulates New CAN President, Okoh, Charges Cleric To Work For Nation’s Unity
Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has congratulated Rev. Dr. Samson Olasupo A Ayokunle, the outgoing President of Christian Association of Nigeria on the occasion of his valedictory and the incoming President, the Most Rev. (Dr)…
Oyo Deputy Gov’s Lodge Contract: I Wasn’t Detained, My Visit To EFCC Only To Aid Investigation –…
Engineer Abduljelyl Adekunle Karheem popularly known as Mogaji Adanla has clarified air following a circulated story of his purported detention at the Ibadan office of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on a section of…
It Is Wicked, Concocted Lies, Olubadan Not Flying Abroad For Treatment – Media Aide Reacts To…
The Palace of Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Sen. Lekan Balogun, Alli Okunmade II, has stated that the piece of news alleging 'concern over the health' of the monarch is nothing but a mere fabrication to suit whatever may be the sinister…
Again, Fresh Attack Hits Owo In Ondo, Weeks After Church Massacre
Barely, seven weeks after the attack on a Church in Owo, Ondo State, unknown gunmen, have again attacked the town.
This time around, the attackers attacked a construction site located at Folahanmi street, Okeogun Owo.
In May,…
We Have The required Number To Impeach Buhari, Says Osun Lawmaker
The lawmaker representing Osun East Senatorial District at the upper legislative chamber of the National Assembly, Senator Francis Fadahunsi, has said the 9th Senate has all it takes to impeach President Muhammadu Buhari.
Members of the…
Obasanjo Hails Babcock Varsity growth, Says 23 Years Devt. Phenomenal
Former President, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo has described the 23 year old growth of the faith based pioneer private tertiary institution, Babcock University Ilishan Remo, Ogun State, as a phenomenal.
Babcock University was named after…
IMPEACHMENT THREAT: Stop Wasting Your Time Acting Drama On What You Can’t Achieve, Presidency…
The presidency has called the bluff of Senators from opposition parties who on Wednesday issued a six-week ultimatum to President Muhammadu Buhari to tackle the security challenges bedeviling the country.
Earlier in the day, the…
‘You Are My Friends, Continue To Support Our Administration With Prayers’ — Oyo Deputy Governor…
People with Disabilities have congratulated the former Commissioner for Justice and Attorney General of Oyo State, Barrister Bayo Lawal on his elevation as Oyo State Deputy Governor.
Bayo Lawal, a native of Kishi in Oke Ogun…
Sacking CBN Governor Solution To Naira Devaluation, Says Concerned Nigerian
A Nigerian has described the Governor of the Central Bank (CBN), Mr. Godwin Emiefele a failure whose duty as the engine room of Nigeria's economy has woefully failed Nigerians.
A concerned Nigerian who is worried about the constant…
FREE FALL OF NAIRA: Come Explain To Us, Senate Summons CBN Governor •Proceeds On Annual Recess
The Senate, on Wednesday, resolved to summon the Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Mr. Godwin Emefiele, to educate and inform senators in a closed session on the reasons for the rapid depreciation of the value of the naira.
It…
Remain Committed to Your Duty, Be ICT-Compliant, Makinde’s Spokesperson, Taiwo Adisa, Charges Oyo…
…as NUJIC organizes a day training for members.
The Chief Press Secretary to Oyo State governor, Mr Taiwo Adisa, has charged the information officers within the civil service to remain committed in discharge of their duties and move…
Labour Party Senatorial Candidate Joins NLC Protest, Tasks Other Nigerians To Partake In Exercise
By Andrew Ajijah, Jos
A northern senatorial candidate of the Labour Party (LP) Barr Gyang Zi, along side his teaming supporters on Tuesday joined the one day protest organised by the leadership of the Nigeria Labour Congress NLC in…
Camaraderie As Ogbomoso Stakeholders Visit, Congratulate Deputy Governor, Urged To Rally More…
The Deputy Governor of Oyo State, His Excellency, Barrister Bayo Lawal, on Tuesday, expressed happiness over the congratulatory visit paid to his office by critical stakeholders from Ogbomoso zone.
Dr Saka Balogun, former Chief of…
Terrorists Storm Kaduna GRA, Abduct Over 15 Residents
Terrorists, on Monday night, again struck in Kaduna, Kaduna State, Northwest Nigeria.
This time around, the terrorists abducted no fewer than 20 people in the Millennium city suburb, a Government Reserved Area in Kaduna.
Precision…
Yoruba/Hausa Clash At Ring-Road Settled As Oyo Govt Sues For Peace Among Traders
Following the crisis involving Yoruba and Hausa traders at Mobil, Ring-Road area in Ibadan South West Local Government, on Sunday, the Oyo State government has called for calm among the parties involved.
Addressing journalists…
Fashola Counters Finance Minister’s Claim, Says Nigeria Is Not Broke
The Minister of Works and Housing, Babatunde Fashola, SAN, yesterday said that Nigeria was not broke.
The former governor of Lagos state, disclosed this on a programme on Channels television.
While fielding questions from Seun,…
Terrorists Attack Presidential Guards After Threat To Abduct Buhari •3 Soldiers Wounded
Barely 24 hours after terrorists threatened to abduct President Muhammadu Buhari and Kaduna Governor Nasir el’Rufai in a viral video, troops of the Guards Brigade have been ambushed by armed bandits in Abuja.
Three soldiers were…
2023: Kishi League Of Imams, Alfas Endorse Seyi Makinde/Bayo Lawal Joint Ticket
League of Imams and Alfas in Irepo Local government Kishi have expressed their profound gratitude to Governor Seyi Makinde for picking one of their sons as his running mate in the 2023 general election.
The Imams, who pledged their…
Ondo Police Station Attacked By Unknown Gunmen, Police Inspector Killed
Unknown gunmen, this morning, attacked a police station in Akure, the Ondo state capital, killing a police inspector, Temenu Boluwaji.
Several other police men on duty reportedly sustained injuries during the heavy shoot out between the…
Again, Tragedy Befalls Appeal Court President As She Loses Another Son
The President of Nigeria’s Court of Appeal, Hon. Justice Monica Dongban-Mensem has lost another son.
Sources close to the family told Law & Society Magazine that the young man who was in his thirties died in his sleep Saturday…
3 Toll Gates Returning To Lagos-Ibadan Expressway – Fashola
The Nigerian Minister of Works and Housing, Babatunde Fashola, has said the Federal Government is returning tolling to the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway upon completion of the rehabilitation of the highway.
In an interview…
Tinubu Forgot Name Of His Political Party, His Memory Now Failing Him, Says Atiku
Responding to claims from the Presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Bola Ahmed Tinubu, that the presidential candidate of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar, lied about rejecting him as a running…
JUST IN: Another Top Monarch In Oyo, Aseyin Of Iseyin, Is Dead
Aseyin of Iseyin in Oyo State, Oba Adekunle Salawudeen, has passed away, family sources have told PREMIUM TIMES.
The monarch’s death happened on Sunday, the fourth such occurrence among senior traditional rulers in Oyo State in eight…
Makinde Has Given Opposition Parties Sleeping Pills In Oyo, Only Political Jobbers Left – Wale…
The 2023 general election is indeed far-ahead but, it is still also a fact that some major elective offices in Oyo state have been won before the election, why is this so?
The Oyo state government has proved the critics wrong, he…
OPINION: Does Buhari Understand These Difficult Times? By Martins Oloja
This is a time to be cynical and censorious about the state of the nation. It is also a defining moment to counsel crisis merchants who live by the temple of sycophancy that they should sheathe their swords at this perilous time. We…
SHOCKING: Watchout, We Will Soon Kidnap Buhari, El-rufai, Dare-Devil Terrorists Who Kidnapped…
Terrorists who abducted over 60 passengers of the Abuja Kaduna train on March 28, 2022 at the weekend threatened to abduct and kill President Muhammadu Buhari and Governor of Kaduna State, Malam Nasir El-Rufai.
The terrorists…
HOT SEAT: Subject Yourself To One Hour Long Television Debate, Atiku Dares Tinubu
Presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2023 elections, Atiku Abubakar, has challenged the standard bearer of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Asiwaju Ahmed Tinubu, to subject himself to an hour long…
Atiku: I Will Expose The Truth Nigerians Need To Know Soon – Wike
Rivers State governor, Nyesom Ezenwo Wike, has disclosed that he will soon speak on recent happenings in the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP.The Governor, in a statement by his Special Assistant Media, Kelvin Ebiri, said it has become…
OSUN GUBER: We Lost Because The People Want A Change In Government, APC Secretary Admits
The All Progressives Congress has revealed why it was defeated in the 16th July 2022 governorship election in Osun State.
Recall that the candidate of the ruling party and incumbent governor, Gboyega Oyetola lost to Ademola Adeleke of…
Bishops’ At Shettima’s Unveiling Should Be Arrested – Enenche
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The Senior Pastor of Dunamis International Gospel Centre, Dr Paul Enenche, has called for the arrest of clerics who attended the unveiling of Kashim Shettima as the running mate of Bola Tinubu.
Shettima was on Wednesday unveiled as…
Don Jazzy In Grief As He Loses Mother To Cancer
The mother of music executive, Michael Collins Ajereh, better known as Don Jazzy, is dead.
Don Jazzy took to Instagram, Friday night, to announce the passing of his mother in an emotional post.
According to him, she died on Friday…
U.S Doctor Visits Oyo Deputy Gov, Bayo Lawal, Says He Is A Humble Humanitarian
The Managing Director, United Vascular and Vein Center, Dr. John Adetunji Adeniyi, on Friday visited Nigeria to congratulate the newly sworn in Deputy Governor of Oyo State, Barrister Bayo Lawal and his Wife, Ajibola Lawal, at their…
OSUN: At Last, Oyetola Concedes Defeat, Says Loss A Test From God
Osun State Governor, Adegboyega Oyetola, on Friday, said the defeat suffered by the All Progressives Congress at the July 16 governorship election was a temporary setback.
Oyetola, who spoke at a meeting held at Osun Government House,…
OSUN: Adeleke Won Election And Heart Of His People, Accord Party Candidate, Ogunbiyi, Congratulates…
The candidate of the Accord Party in the just concluded Osun state governorship election, Akin Ogunbiyi, has congratated the winner, Senator Ademola Adeleke.
Ogunbiyi while fielding questions from the ace broadcaster Dr Akinkunmi Alabi…
INEC Drops Abacha’s Son, Names Wali As PDP Guber Candidate In Kano
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has pasted the name and credentials of Sadiq Wali as the gubernatorial candidate of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Kano state.
This has led to confusion among members of…
FAKE BISHOPS: Act Unpardonable, Tinubu Should Withdraw From Presidency Race – PDP
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has urged the presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, to withdraw from the race over the alleged hiring of unknown persons to dress as bishops.
PDP…
Senate Celebrates 76-Years-Old APC National Chairman, Adamu
The President of the Senate, Ahmad Lawan has sent his felicitations to the National Chairman of the ruling All Progressives Congress(APC), Senator Abdullahi Adamu on the occasion of his 76th birthday on Saturday.
Lawan said he joins…
2003: Labour Party Should Not Expect Any Miracle With Peter Obi, Says Atiku
The presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, Atiku Abubakar, has dismissed the chances of the Labour Party in the 2023 election.
In an interview on Arise TV on Friday, Atiku stated that the presence of this erstwhile…
OPINION: Lekan Balogun’s Spirit Reincarnated In His Lifetime | By Comrade Akinyefa Olalere
Balogun's ancestors were known to be brave and gallant warriors. Lekan Balogun in his heyday was a legend of some sort. He was known as a dogged and steadfast icon, guided by principles. His generosity, humility, strong sense of…
BREAKING: Court Sends Ex-AGF To Prison For Diverting N109b
A High Court of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) has ordered former Accountant General of the Federation (AGF), Ahmed Idris and two others be remanded in prison custody pending the determination of their bail applications.
…
LAUTECH: ASUU Strike, Controversy Over Name Change To Be Resolved Soon As Makinde Meet Critical…
Oyo State Governor, 'Seyi Makinde, late on Thursday, met with critical stakeholders of the Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH), Ogbomoso, in a bid to address major issues affecting the institution.
Those who attended the…
OPINION: Atiku Will Have An Impressive Outing In South West | By Amerijoye DOT.B.
Tongues are wagging about the chances of Alhaji Atiku Abubakar; the candidate of our great Party; the Peoples Democratic Party; in the South West. As a school of thought nurses the contemplation that Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu; the All…
Amidst Police Probe, Singer Portable Visits MC Oluomo
Zaazu singer, Portable, has visited the chairman of the Lagos State Park and Garages Management, Musiliu Akinsanya aka MC Oluomo.
Portable's visit comes amidst a probe by police after he claimed that he founded crime gangs in Lagos.…
Oyetola, Allies Looting, Diverting Govt Asset, Incurring Superflous Loans, Adeleke’s…
The Governor-elect of Osun state, Senator Ademola Adeleke, has warned Governor Oyetola and his allies gainst diversion and looting of government assets and public properties, alerting the general public to clandestine moves to convert…
2023 PRESIDENCY: Labour Party Solicits NLC Support For Obi’s Candidacy
By Andrew Ajijah, Jos
Labour Party National Chairman, Mr Julius Abure, has solicited the cooperation of the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) to support groups that are collaborating with it Presidential candidate Peter Obi to win 2023…
EFCC To Arraign Former Accountant General Over ‘N109bn Scam’
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) will on Friday, arraign a former Accountant General of the Federation, Ahmed Idris, before Justice A.O. Adeyemi Ajayi of the Federal Capital Territory High Court, Abuja.
He is to be…
Op-Ed: Abia State Governorship Tussle: Federal High Court Ruling And Its Implications | By Nnaemeka…
The Federal High Court sitting at Umuahia today being the 21st day of July 2022 in a pre-election matter filed by one of the gubernatorial aspirants in All Progressives Congress in Abia State, Dr. Daniel Eke, the plaintiff represented…
DECONGESTION: 34 Inmates Freed In Ekiti
As part of efforts to decongest the custodial centres, the Ekiti State Chief Judge, Justice John Adeyeye, on Thursday, set 34 awaiting-trial inmates free and cautioned them that punishment awaited any of them or anyone that committed…
Soludo To Shut Down Over 1,000 Unapproved Schools In Anambra
Anambra State Government has revealed that about 1,075 unapproved primary and secondary schools in the state would be shut down.
The notice, which listed all the 1,075 schools and their locations, was posted on the website of the…
Kishi Community Congratulates Oyo Deputy Governor, Promises Bloc Votes For Makinde
The people of Kishi Community in Irepo Local Government Area of Oyo State have congratulated the newly Sworn-in Deputy Governor of Oyo state, Barrister Bayo Lawal.
In a letter signed and made available to newsmen on Thursday, the…
Adetoro Visits Oyo Deputy Gov, Bayo Lawal, Says Oke-Ogun Will Deliver Bloc Votes For Makinde
A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Olorunsogo Local Government and member of the Oyo State Advisory Council, Chief Jacob Adetoro, has said that the people of Oke Ogun will deliver bloc votes to ensure the victory of…
BOUNTY COMPENSATION: For Winning NPFL, Wike Gives Rivers United Players N12m Each
Rivers State governor, Nyesom Wike has rewarded players of state-owned club, Rivers United with the sum of $20,000, over 12 million naira, each for winning the Nigerian Professional Football League, NPFL.
The win which was the club’s…
Joe Biden Tests Positive For COVID-19
President Joe Biden tested positive for Covid-19 on Thursday, his administration announced, saying the 79-year-old leader was experiencing “mild symptoms” and would carry out his full duties while isolating at the White House.
“He is…
Two Days After Buhari’s Mandate, Education Minister Begs ASUU To Call Off Strike
The Federal Government has urged the Academic Staff Union of Universities, ASUU, to call off its six-month-old strike.
Adamu Adamu, the Minister of Education, urged ASUU to call off the strike and embrace dialogue.
Speaking at the…
KUJE PRISON ATTACK: FG To Ban Mining, Motorcycle Business
Following the terrorist attacks on the Kuje Correctional facility on July 5 as well as others recorded nationwide, the Federal Government is considering a ban on the use of motorcycles and mining activities.
The Ministers of Interior,…
BREAKING: FG To Spend N6.72trn On Subsidy In 2023
The Federal Government has said it will make provision for subsidy in 2023 to the tune of N6.72 trillion.
Minister of Finance Budget and National Planning, Mrs Zainab Ahmed made this disclosure in Abuja on Thursday during the 2023 –…
We Will Direct Christians On How To Use Their PVCs IN Due Time, Says CAN
The Christian Association of Nigeria, for the umpteenth time, dissociated itself from the unveiling of the vice-presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress, Kashim Shettima.
According to CAN, those who were presented as…
Italian Prime Minister Resigns
Italian Prime Minister Mario Draghi resigned on Thursday after efforts to bring the country’s fractious parties to heel failed, kicking off a snap election campaign that could bring the hard right to power.
The internationally respected…
Stop Granting Illegitimate Admission, Education Minister Warns Universities
The Minister of Education, Malam Adamu Adamu, on Thursday, warned universities against issuing illegal admission to students.
Adamu warned that institutions that offer illegitimate admission during the 2021 and 2022 exercises would be…
UNKNOWN BISHOPS: Tinubu Only Trying To Divert Our Minds From Muslim-Muslim Ticket, Says Rights…
Aisha Yesufu, a rights activist, has reacted to the alleged fake Bishops present at the unveiling of Kashim Shettima as the All Progressives Congress, APC, presidential candidate, Bola Tinubu’s running mate.
Yesufu alleged that Tinubu’s…
‘Unknown Bishops’: Tinubu Reacts, Says Clerics At Shettima’s Unveiling Not Truly Known…
The presidential candidate of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu has stated the clerics at the unveiling of his running mate Senator Kashim Shettima were not fake.
He said they were at the event,…
After Collapse Of National Grid, Atiku Reveals Innovative Plans To Improve Power Sector
Peoples Democratic Party PDP Presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has promised to place priority on power sector with innovations that will enhance its advancements if elected as president.
Atiku, while speaking on the collapse of…
Senate Passes Bill To Establish National Social Security Commission
The Senate, on Wednesday, passed a bill to establish the National Social Security Commission.
The piece of legislation seeks to put in place a National Social Security protection funding to cater for the needs of the unemployed,…
Nigerians React As Obi Visits Bishop Oyedepo
A picture of the presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, and the founder of the Living Faith Church Worldwide, Bishop David Oyedepo, has on Wednesday, surfaced online.
It was, however, gathered that the former…
I Was Promised N100,000 To Fake My Identity But Tinubu’s People Paid Only N40,000, Says…
One of the fake bishops apparently hired by Bola Tinubu’s campaign for the public presentation of Kashim Shettima as the vice presidential candidate of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has narrated how he was paid for the…
Tinubu Free To Hire Mechanics, Artisans, Sew Clerical Garments For Them, CAN Disowns Bishops At…
The Christian Association of Nigeria on Wednesday dissociated itself from Bishops who attended the unveiling of the vice presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress, Kashim Shettima, saying they were desperados who went…
Bread Makers Begin Nationwide Strike
Breadmakers, under the aegis of Premium Breadmakers Association of Nigeria (PBAN), have begun a four-day warning strike over the rising cost of baking materials.
The duration of the strike action will be extended if the government…
Muslim-Muslim Ticket: Hired Bishops Reportedly Attend Shettima’s Unveiling As Tunubu’s…
Following the criticisms that trailed the Muslim/Muslim ticket of the Presidential Candidate of All Progressives Congress (APC), Bola Tinubu, the APC leader’s camp has allegedly gone to hire some Christians bishops to attend the…
OSUN: INEC Presents Certificate Of Return To Adeleke
The Independent National Electoral Commission on Wednesday presented the certificate of return to Osun State Governor-elect, Senator Ademola Adeleke.
This is coming 72 hours after he was declared winner of the gubernatorial election…
Koleoso, Oke Ogun PDP, APC chieftains Visit Oyo Deputy Gov, Bayo Lawal
….rally Oke Ogun to support Makinde’s re-election
Former Secretary to the Oyo State Government, Chief Michael Koleoso, has declared that Oke Ogun sons and daughters must move beyond political party sentiments to support the…
2023: Christian Members Must Reject Muslim-Muslim Ticket, It Insults Sensitivity Of Nigerians, CAN…
The Christian Association Nigeria, Youth Wing, has said there was no way it would allow its members to vote for a Muslim-Muslim ticket in the 2023 presidential election.
The Chairman, North-central zone of the body, Owoyemi…
ASUU Stike Won’t Last Two Days If Politicians’ Children Attend Nigerian Public…
Emmamuel Osodeke, president of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), says the union’s strike would have been addressed earlier if politicians’ children attend public universities in the country.
Osodeke spoke on Tuesday…
Nigerians Travelling Abroad To Pay N40,000 For Police Clearance Certificate, Not N5,000 Again
The Nigerian Police Force (NPF) has reportedly increased the fee for police character certificates (PCC) from N5,000 to N40,000.
A police source confirmed the development to TheCable on Tuesday morning.
The PCC also known as police…
Osun Guber: Oyetola May Engage 50 Lawyers, SANs To Challenge Adeleke’s Victory •PDP Warns INEC…
Osun State Governor Gboyega Oyetola may engage no fewer than 50 lawyers, including senior advocates, to challenge the victory of the Peoples Democratic Party candidate, Ademola Adeleke, in last Saturday’s governorship election in the…
Senator Magnus Abe Quits APC
H.E Alhaji Abdullahi Adamu,National Chairman,All Progressives Congress (APC),Buhari House,F.C.T Abuja.
Dear Sir,
MEMBERSHIP RESIGNATION
I wish to tender my resignation of membership of the All Progressives Congress (APC).
…
2023: Tinubu Lied, I Did Not Endorse Him, Will Not Support Any Candidate, Says Pastor Adeboye
General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adeboye, has debunked reports making the rounds that he has endorsed Bola Tinubu, the All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential candidate in the 2023 general…
STRIKE: Resolve ASUU Crisis Within Two Weeks, Buhari Mandates Education Minister
President Muhammadu Buhari has given Adamu Adamu, minister of education, two weeks to resolve issues of contention regarding the strike by the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU).
The president gave the directive on Tuesday at a…
2023: Don’t Underestimate The Powers Of Herdsmen When It Comes To Voting – Atiku,…
A Fulani socio-cultural group, Kulen Allah Cattle Rearers Association of Nigeria, (KACRAN), has tasked presidential candidates to fully incorporate livestock development in their policies and programs or risk losing their bloc votes in the…
OSUN: Adeleke Will Prioritize Payment Of Workers’ Pensions, Gratuities, Other Entitlements…
The Governor-elect of Osun State, Ademola Adeleke, on Tuesday, reiterated his commitment to payment of workers' pensions and gratuities, saying he will not renege in his promise.
The spokesperson of the governor-elect, Mallam Olawale…
Oyo NUJ Inducts 32fm As State Chapel, Chairman Hails Station’s Doggedness, Discipline
Nigeria Union of Journalists, Oyo State chapter, on Monday, inducted 32fm as one of the arm of its chapel in the state.
The induction took place at 32fm office, dugbe, Ibadan by the state chairman of Oyo state NUJ, Comrade, Demola…
Muslim-Muslim Ticket: Tinubu Goes To Church For Endorsement, Meets Pastor Adeboye
The All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential candidate, Bola Tinubu, met with the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adeboye, following the issue surrounding the ruling party’s…
JUST IN: Nigeria’s Oldest Carrier, Aero Contractors, Halts Operations Over Economic Crisis
Nigeria’s oldest airline, Aero Contractors, has temporarily suspended operations over the economic crisis.
Airlines have been complaining about the skyrocketing price of Aviation fuel known as Jet A1 and its scarcity.
The Airline…
NRM Congratulates Senator Adeleke As Osun Gov-elect
The gubernatorial candidate of the National Rescue Mission, NRM, Dr Tofunmi Ogunronbi, has congratulated Senator Ademola Adeleke over his victory and declaration as the Governor-Elect for Osun State, in the recently concluded 2022…
JUST IN: Makinde Swears In New Deputy, Bayo Lawal, Says DG Will Supervise Housing Corporation,…
Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has sworn in the new Deputy Governor, His Excellency Barrister Bayo Lawal.
While performing the swearing-in, Makinde charged the new deputy governor to serve the state diligently in his new capacity,…
JUST IN: Makinde’s Deputy Impeached
The Oyo State House of Assembly has announced the impeachment of the State Deputy Governor, Engr Rauf Olaniyan.
The announcement was made on Monday following the adoption of the recommendations of the report of the Seven man panel set…
I Rejected My Doctor’s Advice To Fly Abroad For Surgery, Had It In Nigeria Hospital — VP…
Although his doctors advised him to consider doing the surgical operation to correct a fracture on his right femur (thigh bone) abroad, the Vice President, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo insisted on using a Nigerian hospital and medical experts…
JANDOR Hails Osun Electorate For Rejecting APC Monetary Inducement, Congratulates Adeleke
The Governorship Candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party in Lagos State, Dr. Abdul-Azeez Olajide Adediran (JANDOR), has congratulated the winner of the Governorship election held yesterday in Osun State, Sen. Ademola Adeleke.
…
Funke Akindele Congratulates, Prays For Adeleke
Funke Akindele, the Peoples Democratic Party deputy governorship candidate in Lagos State, has congratulated Ademola Adeleke on his victory in the Osun governorship election.
In a congratulatory message on her Instagram page,…
OSUN GUBER: 24 Hours After, Oyetola Still Studying Results, Yet To Congratulate Adeleke
Governor Adegboyega Oyetola of Osun says he is still studying the outcome of Saturday’s governorship election which he lost to Senator Ademola Adeleke.
Oyetola said this in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Ismail Omipidan, on…
Eleka Congratulates Osun Gov-Elect, Adeleke, Urges Nigerians To Vote PDP In 2023 Presidential…
Former Deputy governor of Ekiti State, Professor Olusola Eleka, has congratulated the winner of the just-concluded election in Osun State, Senator Ademola Adeleke.
Eleka, in a press statement personally signed, on Sunday, expressed…
UPDATE: Incumbent Oyetola In Pain As Adeleke Prepares To Dance Into Osun Govt House •Sweeps 17 Of 30…
Senator Ademola Adeleke of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has won 17 of the 30 Local Government Areas (LGAs) in the Osun State governorship election.
Incumbent Governor Adegboyega Oyetola of the All Progressives Congress (APC),…
Osun Election: PDP Mocks Tinubu, Says Rushing To Abuja Cannot Save Oyetola •Warns INEC To Resist…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) counsels the unsettled Presidential Candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, to know that rushing to Abuja in the face of the defeat of his party, the APC in the…
SAD NEWS: Vice President Osinbajo Hospitalized
Vice-President Yemi Osinbajo is currently hospitalized for a surgical operation.
The Senior Special Assistant to the Vice President on Media and Publicity, Laolu Akande, disclosed this on Saturday evening.
“VP Osinbajo is in the…
OSUN GUBER: Power Of Incumbency Ridiculed As Oyetola Loses Government House Polling Unit To PDP
The Governor of Osun State, Adegboyega Oyetola of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has lost the Government House polling unit in Osogbo to Ademola Adeleke of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
The PDP scored 117 votes while the…
Osun Election Would Be A Point Of Contact For 2023, Says Adeleke •Speaks On Why He Jumped Queue To…
The Peoples Democratic Party governorship candidate, Ademola Adeleke, has declared thatOsun's election would be a point of contact for 2023, saying the whole world is watching and this is going to be a test for us all.
Fielding…
OGUN 2023: NRM Guber Candidate, Dr. Ogunronbi, Unveils Popular Actor, Femi Branch, As Running Mate
The governorship candidate of the National Rescue Movement (NRM) in Ogun State, Dr. Tofunmi Ogunronbi, has announced a popular actor, Chief Femi Branch as his running mate for the 2023 general elections.
Tofunmi, popularly known…
Moghalu Speaks On Why Tinubu Opted For Muslim-Muslim Ticket
Kingsley Moghalu, a former presidential candidate, has said the Muslim-Muslim ticket of Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the presidential candidate of All Progressives Congress (APC) is a “political calculation”, and not a declaration of religious war.
…
One Arrested As Thugs Allegedly Working For Osun NURTW Chairman Exchange Bullets With Soldiers
There was heavy gunfire at Old Garage in Osun on Friday as thugs allegedly working for the Chairman of the National Union of Road Transport Workers, Oroki Branch, Osogbo, Kazeem Oyewale exchanged bullets with the Army.
It was…
OSUN GUBER: Amotekun Barred From Participating In Election Duty
A Federal High Court sitting in Osogbo, the Osun State capital, has restrained the Osun Security Network, codenamed Amotekun Corps from participating in Saturday’s gubernatorial election.
The court order also mandated the Independent…
2023: Bar Shettima, Baba-Ahmed From Becoming VP Candidates – PDP Sues INEC, APC, Seeks Obi,…
The Peoples Democratic Party has instituted a lawsuit compelling the Independent National Electoral Commission to prevent All Progressives Congress Presidential candidate, Bola Tinubu; and Labour Party standard bearer, Peter Obi, from…
STRIKE: Ngige Insulting Lecturers, Undermining Integrity Of ASUU – President, Osodeke
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has accused the Minister of Labour and Employment, Dr. Chris Ngige, of insulting lecturers and spreading fake news on the ongoing industrial action by University teachers.
ASUU…
Italian PM Set To Resign As Coalition Collapses
Italian Prime Minister, Mario Draghi, is to resign hours after populist coalition partner, Five Star, withdrew its support in a major confidence vote.
The former head of the European Central Bank has led a unity government since…
OSUN GUBER: Say No To Vote-Buying, Don’t Allow APC Steal Your Mandate Again, Atiku Urges…
•As Okowa, Ayu, Sambo, Saraki, Oyinlola, Others Rally Support For Adeleke
Ahead of the Saturday, July 16 Osun State governorship election, national leaders of the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), on Thursday, stormed…
Obasanjo Bags Zambia Highest Honour
…Sirleaf Johnson, Koroma too
Former President, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo has been honoured with the Zambia highest award of the Order of the Eagle by the President, Mr. Hakainde Hichilema on Thursday, in Lusaka, the country's capital.
…
2023: Oyo Artisans, Traders Have Not Endorsed Any Guber Candidate, Our Position Will Be Made Known…
The Association of Tradesman and Artisans, Oyo State Chapter, under the leadership of Alhaji Yisau Kolayode Hamzat, has debunked the rumor indicating that the association has been holding meeting with any gubernatorial candidate in the…
2023: Attempt To Impose Leadership On Nigerians Would Be Disastrous, Pastor Enenche Warns
The Senior Pastor, Dunamis Int'l Gospel Centre, Worldwide, Dr. Paul Enenche, has warned politicians against rigging the 2023 general elections in favour of any political party or individual.
According to ba video sighted by our…
Lagos Assembly Speaks On Passing Sharia Law
The Lagos State House of Assembly has refuted claims suggesting that its lawmakers secretly passed a Sharia law.
In a communique by Chairman, Lagos State House of Assembly Committee on Information, Security and Strategy, Hon.…
Akeredolu’s Commissioner Resigns
The new Ondo state Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development, Mrs. Yetunde Adeyanju, has resigned her appointment, giving reasons for her decision.
Mrs. Adeyanju who was on Wednesday redeployed from the Ministry of Water…
APC Postpones Official Unveiling Of Shettima As VP Candidate
The All Progressives Congress has postponed the official unveiling of former Borno State Governor, Kashim Shetima, as its vice presidential candidate for the 2023 general election.
Shetima was meant to have been presented to party…
IMPEACHMENT: Olaniyan Challenges Judgment, Heads To Appeal Court
The embattled Deputy Governor of Oyo State, Rauf Olaniyan, on Thursday, challenged the judgment of an Oyo State High Court which dismissed the application challenging the legality of the state House of Assembly to remove him from…
Makinde’s Deputy, Olaniyan, Loses Bid to Stop Impeachment Process As Court Dismisses His Case
Justice Ladiran Akintola of Oyo State High Court has dismissed a case filled by Oyo State Deputy Governor, Rauf Olaniyan, over procedure to remove him from office by the Oyo State House of Assembly.
The court held that the lawmakers and…
Late Popoola Played Major Role In Seeking Redemption For Traders Raided By Customs Operatives,…
Senator Kola Balogun has described as a huge loss to humanity the death of a member of the Oyo State House of Assembly, Honourable Ademola Olusegun Popoola.
Honourable Popoola, who was until his demise a member of the state legislature…
I Won’t Leave Any Inheritance For My Children, Buhari Tells Nigerians
President Muhammadu Buhari says he has told his children that he would not leave any inheritance for them.
He said was against this backdrop that he had encouraged them to get adequate education so that that they can be…
I Once Collected Money To Insult Tinubu, APC Paying Me To Endorse Oyetola Not Bad Idea –…
Street-pop artiste, Habeeb Okikiola, also known as Portable, has revealed that he was paid to endorse the All Progressive Congress presidential candidate, Bola Tinubu.
Portable had come under fire on social mediaPortable had come…
LAGOS FLOOD: Clear The Gutters, Water Carrying People Away, Nigerians Attack Sanwo-Olu’s Aide, Joe…
Joe Igbokwe, Special Adviser for Drainage and Water Resources to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has been accused of non-performance.
The All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain is under fire over the flood ravaging different parts…
Names Of Kwankwaso, Sowore Missing On INEC Portal, 3 Days To Deadline
Three days to the deadline for nomination of candidates for the 2023 general elections, two political parties, the New Nigeria People’s Party NNPP and the African Action Congress AAC are yet to upload their candidates for the polls.
…
PDP National Chairman, Iyorchia Ayu Resumes Duty After Vacation
The National Chairman of our great Party, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Sen. Dr. Iyorchia Ayu has officially resumed duties following his return from a short vacation abroad.
Already, the Independent National Electoral Commission…
PHOTO STORY: Okowa, Tambuwal, Diri, Ogunwuyi, Other Advanced Team Members Storm Osun For PDP MEGA…
The PDP National Advanced Team has arrived Osun State for tomorrow's mega rally ahead of the forthcoming gubernatorial election in the state.
The team was ably led by His Excellency, Governor Ifeanyi Okowa, the Vice Presidential…
RESIGNATION: Sri Lanka President Flees Country After Protesters Lay Siege On His Residence
Sri Lanka’s President, Gotabaya Rajapaksa, has fled the country amidst protests calling for his resignation.
According to the BBC, the president left the country in a military jet. It is not clear where he is headed.
He had…
ASUU STRIKE: Go Ahead, We Are Behind You, NUPENG Pledges Support For NLC’s Planned Protest
The Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) has thrown its weight behind a planned protest by the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) over the ongoing strike by university lecturers under the Academic Staff Union of…
Protesters Break Into Sri Lanka PM’s Office After Being Named Acting President
Thousands of anti-government protesters stormed into Sri Lanka Prime Minister, Ranil Wickremesinghe’s office Wednesday, hours after he was named as acting president.
Men and women breached military defences and entered the premier’s…
It Is Pure Islamization Agenda – Ex-SGF, Babachir Lawal, Reacts To Tinubu/Shettima Ticket
Former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, SGF, Babachir Lawal, has alleged of an Islamization agenda on Nigeria with the All Progressives Congress, APC, Muslim-Muslim presidential ticket.
Over the weekend, the APC…
Utomi Speaks On Why Nigeria’s Elections Are Based On Rigging
A Political-economist, Professor Pat Utomi, has said elections in Nigeria are based on rigging because some government officials steal from the treasury and use the same to run political parties.
Utomi made the observation during…
JUST IN: Again, Many Feared Dead As Building Collapses In Lagos
Many people were early hours of Wednesday feared dead after a building in the Onipanu area of Lagos State reportedly collapsed.
The affected building is said to be at Oke Arin street, off Shyllon Ilupeju.
The incident reportedly…
LÀDÌLÚ (BÀBÁ ONÍ IRUNGBÒN FUNFUN) Part 1 | By Kehinde Owolabi
In 1974, when Muhammad Ali (formerly known as Calcius Clay) said that service to others is the rent you pay for your room here on earth. He had neither Oyo Kingdom nor the Golden Boy of Apinni Compound, the son of Lasisi Oyedokun who…
OSUN 2022 GUBER: Atiku, Okowa, Wike, Other PDP Governors To Storm Mega Rally
Presidential candidate of Peoples Democratic Party, PDP and former Vice President of Nigeria Alhaji Atiku Abubakar and his Vice President candidate Ifeanyi Okowa, will on Thursday lead members of the PDP, from across the country to Osogbo…
Peter Obi Won’t Dissapoint Nigerians, Tinubu Will Only Give Continuity To Buhari’s…
Ayo Adebanjo, leader of Afenifere, a pan Yoruba socio-political organisation, has thrown his weight behind Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP).
Adebanjo on Tuesday said Obi has the ability to “rule…
Sarumi Congratulates State PDP Scribe, Wasiu Adeleke, On His Birthday
The People’s Democratic Party House of Representatives Candidate, in Ibadan North Federal Constituency, Hon. 'Lanre Sarumi, has extended warm felicitations to Oyo State Party's Secretary, Hon. Wasiu Adeleke on the occasion of his…
CAN ATTACKS TINUBU, APC: For Every 10 Brilliant Northerners, 8 Are Christians
...Set To Mobilise Christians Massively For 2023 Election
The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) Kaduna State chapter has described as an insult, the excuse forwarded by the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) that the running…
Figure of Nigerian Nurses In UK Jumps To 68% In one year
The number of Nigeria-trained nurses rose year-on-year by 68.4 percent to 7,256 in March 2022The migration of Nigerian-trained nurses to the United Kingdom (UK) has intensified, hitting an all-time high in March this year.
…
ASUU: Again, Buhari Begs Lecturers To Call Off Strike
President Muhammadu Buhari has urged the Academic Staff Union of Universities, ASUU, to reconsider their stand on the lingering strike.
Buhari said “enough is enough”, hence ASUU should consider the long-term effect on students…
Eleka Lived An Exemplary Life, We Will Miss Him, Media Aide Mourns
Media Aide to the former Deputy Governor of Ekiti State, and chieftain of People's Democratic Party, has mourned the passage of Professor Kolapo Olusola’s father, describing him as an epitome of humility, and upright man whose…
Presidency Tough, I Am Anxious To Leave Office, Return To Daura Next Year – Buhari
PRESIDENT Muhammadu Buhari has said he’s anxious to leave office by May 29, 2023, when his second term of four years ends.
He said rather than return to his “better house” in Kaduna, he would return to Daura, his home town in Katsina…
IBEDC’s Monatan District Frustrating Residents With Illegal Disconnection, Angry Customer…
Frustrated by the illegal disconnection of power supply from her office and unfair treatment of residents, a customer, identified as Mrs Ayodeni Aluko, has condemned the action being perpetrated by the officials of the Ibadan…
OSUN GUBER: Stop APC Thugs From Disrupting Election Process, PDP Urges Security Agencies
The People's Democratic Party, Osun State chapter, has raised alarm over political thugs mobilised by the All Progressive Congress (APC) now arriving various parts of the state.
In a countdown to the election day on Saturday, Osun…
PDP Governors Rejoice With Wike As Son, Jordan, Graduates From UK University
L-R: Govs Seyi Makinde, Nyesom Wike; Jasmine Nyesom Wike (daughter) Jordan Nyesom-Wike (graduand) and Justice Eberechi Nyesom-Wike(wife) at the event in United Kingdom.
Jordan Nyesom-Wike, son of the Rivers State Governor, Nyesom…
SKILL ACQUISITION: Tijara Digital Presents Life-Changing Opportunity For Tech-Enthusiasts, Students,…
Tijara Digital has presented a life-changing opportunity for youths willing to empower themselves with some of the most demanding and high-paying niches in today's economy.
The platform is aimed at securing a smarter future through…
JUST IN: OSUN: Few Days To Election, Gunmen Attack LP Guber Candidate, Lasun Yussuff’s…
Suspected gunmen have attacked the residence of the governorship candidate of the Labour Party in Osun State, Hon. Lasun Yussuff, in Ilobu, Irepodun local government in state of osun.
It was gather that the gunmen attacked the residence…
US Plane Catches Fire On Runway
Passengers on a Spirit Airlines had a frightening landing in Atlanta on Sunday morning when their plane caught fire on the tarmac after one of its brakes overheated.
According to reports, flashes of flames appeared near the plane’s…
ADELEKE: Dollar, Pounds Comment Meant To Use My International Connections Help Osun State
The candidate of Peoples Democractic Party, PDP, in the July 16 Osun governorship election, Ademola Adeleke, has said his comments on Dollar and Pounds were not intended for vote buying.
Adeleke made the assertion while answering…
2023 PRESIDENCY: It Is Now Left For Nigerians To Reject Muslim-Muslim Ticket Or … -CAN Reacts
The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has condemned the fielding of Muslim candidates for President and Vice by the All Progressive Congress (APC).
Recall that the APC presidential candidate for the 2023 election who is a Muslim…
2023: Your Visit To Wike A Gross Miscalculation, PDP Won’t Allow Him Go Away – Saraki…
Former Senate President Bukola Saraki has described the visit by governors of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to Nyesom Wike, governor of Rivers state, as a miscalculation.
On Friday, three governors of the APC — Rotimi Akeredolu of…
BLACKOUT LOOMS As Workers Threaten To Shut Down Power Sector Over Prolonged ASUU Strike
Workers in the power sector have threatened to shutdown electricity supply in the country should Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC, declare a nationwide protest over the protracted industrial crises in the country’s educational sector.
…
Eid-El-Kabir: Legislator, LG Boss, Cleric Sue For Peace
By Andrew Ajijah, Jos
The member, house of representatives for Pankshin, Kanke/Kanam federal constituency from Plateau state, Hon Yusuf Gagdi, has called on Muslim faithful to demonstrate love and peace to their neighbors while…
Celebration As Buhari’s Daughter, Nana Hadiza Becomes Malami’s Third Wife
The Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami (SAN), on Friday, got married to Nana Hadiza, the daughter of the President, Major General Muhammadu Buhari (retd.).
A Spokesman for the President, Garba Shehu, confirmed this…
OPINION: As Oyo State’s Waste Management Policy Begins To Yield Gains: What Next? By Olamide Adeniji
Poor solid waste management seems to have defied solutions introduced by several administrations in the pace setter state, Oyo State. This is even glaringly so, with the growing population in the State. Some say, the enabling…
Sallah: Oorelope LG Chair Felicitates Muslims, Distributes Rams, Rice, Cash Gifts
The executive chairman of Oorelope Local Government, Hon. Akeem Adepoju Raheem, has in the spirit of the Eid-el-Kabir, reached out to traditional rulers, party chieftains, party faithful, religious leaders and underprivileged in the…
Eid al-Adha: Grand Imam Of Ogbomosoland, Other Muslim Clerics Meet, Pray For Makinde
Today being Arafat day, a day which is known as a very sacred and virtuous day for Muslim ummah across the whole world was filled with spiritual supplication at the home of the Chief of Staff to Governor Seyi Makinde, Otunba Segun…
Sallah: FG Declares Next Monday, Tuesday Public Holiday
The Federal Government has declared Monday 11th and Tuesday 12th July, 2022, as public holidays to mark this year’s Eid-el-Kabir celebration.
The Minister of Interior, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, who made the declaration on behalf of…
Ekweremadu’s kidney Donor Not a minor, UK Court rules
The Westminster magistrate court in the UK has ruled that David Ukpo, a purported KIDNEY donor for the daughter of Ike and Beatrice Ekweremadu, is not a minor.
The court gave the ruling on Thursday when Ekweremadu, a former…
Photos As Makinde Remembers Late Father 10 Years After Death
Governor Makinde of Oyo State, on Thursday, remembered his late father, Pa Olatunbosun Makinde, after ten years he passed on to the world beyond.
The governor, along with his siblings and other top government functionaries,…
Sallah: Mrs. Abeebat Yusuff (Agba Egbe) Donates Food Items Cash To Constituents
The wife of the executive chairman of Ibadan North Local Government, Mrs. Habeebat Yusuff, has donated food items and an undisclosed amount of money to her constituency.
Donating the items on Tuesday at the council secretariat in…
OSUN GUBER: Buhari Speaks To Oyetola On Attending APC Mega Rally
President Muhammadu Buhari has hinted that he may attend the All Progressives Congress (APC) grand rally for the Osun governorship election next week.
Buhari made the disclosure when he received Governor Adegboyega Oyetola and party…
SALLAH: AROSAD Puts Smile On Faces Of Religious Leaders, Party Faithfuls With Rams, Cash Gifts,…
The Executive Chairman of Oyo East Local Government Hon. Arowosaye Saheed Adeyemi, distributed rams and cash gifts to Muslim Ummah in his local government.
Arowosaye, who is currently performing hajj at Saudi, felicitates with all…
SUBSIDY: Nigerians To Face Tough Times As Governors May Stop Paying Salaries
The Nigeria Governors’ Forum has lamented that the subsidy on petroleum products, especially Premium Motor Spirit (petrol), has placed a huge financial burden on the states.
The NGF, which is the umbrella body for the 36 governors of…
OPINION: Barr. Bayo Lawal: The Brilliant Lawyer with Brilliant Ideas | By Oyedeji Ahmed LMP
Barrister Bayo Lawal, a usually simple and straightforward person is no doubt one of the finest brain in the good book of Governor Seyi Makinde. A man who has graciously won the heart of the governor and majority of the people who…
After Spending 2 Days In Office, UK Education Minister Quits
The United Kingdom Education Minister, Michelle Donelan, has resigned from her appointment.
“I am deeply saddened that it has come to this, but as someone who values integrity above all else, I have no choice,” she wrote in a statement…
JUST IN: British PM To Resign As Conservative Party Leader
The BBC Report, on Thursday morning, indicated that the British Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, will resign as Conservative party leader
His resignation will pave the way for a successor to replace him as British prime minister, after…
Tragedy As Gunmen Invade Residence Of Adamawa Reverend, Kill Sons, Abduct Teenage Daughter
Gunmen have invaded the residence of Reverend Daniel Umaru of the EYN Church Njairi, Mubi Local Government Area of Adamawa State, killing his sons and abducting his 13-year-old daughter.
The incident happened hours after the convoy…
Dare-Devil Gunmen Robbed, Raped NYSC Members While Police ‘Slept’
Female corpers were reportedly raped, Tuesday night, as their lodge, located along Udo Ekong Ekwere Street, off Information Drive, in Uyo Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State, was attacked by gunmen.
It was gathered that the…
Eid-El-Kabir: Kano Approves 10 Days Sallah Break For Schools
Kano State government on Wednesday approved 10-day Eid-El- Kabir Sallah break for all public and private primary, and post-primary schools in the state.
A statement through the spokesperson of the state Ministry of Education, Aliyu…
Kuje Prison Attack: I Am Highly Disappointed With The Intelligence System — Buhari
Following the attack by terrorists on the Medium Security Custodial Centre, Kuje in Abuja, President Buhari has stated that he is disappointed with the intelligence system.
He said this on Wednesday while speaking to journalists…
Another Tragedy Befalls Katsina As NAF Jet ‘Accidentally’ Bombs Village, Kill Many
Tragedy struck earlier today, Wednesday, July 6, 2022, as a fighter jet operated by the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) bombed Kunkuna village in the Safana Local Government Area of Katsina State, killing a yet-to-be ascertained number of…
Plateau APC Guber Picks Son Of Former Deputy Gov As Running Mate
By Andrew Ajijah, Jos
The gubernatorial candidate of the All Progressive Congress (APC) in Plateau state Dr. Nentawe Yilwatdat, has picked Hon Pam Botmang, a serving Commissioner for Works, as his running mate.
Dr. Nentawe…
Sack Ayu, Stop Undermining Fayose, Ortom, Others If You Want Unity In PDP – Wike Fumes
The crisis in the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) may not come to an end soon as Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike, is insisting on immediate resignation of the National Chairman, Senator Iyorchia Ayu and a stop to the plot…
Makinde Appoints Former Rep Member, Akinwande, As Water Corporation Chair
Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has appointed a former Member representing Atiba/Oyo East/Oyo West/Afijio Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. (Dr.) Moroof Adebayo Akinwande, as the Chairman, Oyo State Water…
All Boko Haram Suspects Escaped From Kuje Prison, Defence Minister Admits
The Minister of Defence, Bashir Magashi, on Wednesday, said the 64 Boko Haram suspects in Kuje Correctional Facility are missing.
Magashi disclosed this during a press conference at the facility in Abuja.
Unknown gunmen had…
KUJE PRISON ATTACK: We Are Perplexed, Abuja Residents Express Fear, Now Live In Fear
There is palpable fear among residents of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) over the attack on the Kuje Correctional Centre.
The prison facility was attacked by a large number of terrorists last night.
The invaders were said to…
Hours After Attack On Kuje Prison, Detained Abba Kyari Moved Out
Detained Deputy Commissioner of Police, Abba Kyari, has been reportedly transferred from the Kuje medium prison, which came under attack Tuesday night.
Abba Kyari is one of the over 800 inmates in the location where he is being…
High Cost Of Diesel Hampering Our Operations – LAWMA
The Managing Director/CEO of Lagos State Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), Mr. Ibrahim Odumboni, has said that the high cost of diesel being experienced across the country is hampering the waste evacuation operations of the agency.
…
Hardened Criminals Released Into Abuja As Terrorists Bomb Kuje Prison
A group of terrorists on Tuesday night attacked the Kuje Medium Custodial Centre in Abuja, the nation’s capital with bombs in an apparent move to gain entry into the facility and free some of its members.
A high calibre bomb had…
Again, Gunmen Attack Buhari’s Convoy In His Home State •Two Injured
The Presidency last night confirmed gunmen attack on the convoy of President Muhammadu Buhari’s advance team to Katsina.
The Presidency also said that two persons, who sustained injuries as a result of the attack, were receiving…
Atiku Appoints Eta Uso, Demola Olanrewaju, Others As Media Aides
Ahead of the commencement of the 2023 campaign, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar has appointed three additional aides to his media team.
Recall that the Independent National Electoral Commission…
Ebonyi PDP Chairman Suspended
The State Working Committee (SWC) of the PDP in Ebonyi State has suspended its Chairman, Tochukwu Okorie, over alleged gross misconduct.
The party’s Deputy State Chairman, Emmanuel Nworie, told reporters after the committee’s emergency…
We Will End Strike Tomorrow If… – ASUU Declares
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) says it is ready to call of its nationwide industrial action.
ASUU embarked on a warning strike to press home its demand, on February 14.
The union later declared full strike, accusing…
We Spend About N60m On Power, Receive N70m Subvention From FG, UCH Management Reacts To…
The management of University College Hospital (UCH), Ibadan, has reacted to the report indicating that it introduced the daily payment of N1,000 electricity bill per patient.
The Public Relations Officer of UCH, Mr. Toye…
IMPORTED VEHICLES: Reps Threatens To Suspend Customs’ Duty System
The House of Representatives Committee on Customs and Excise has directed the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) to streamline its Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) valuation system or risk the suspension of the exercise.
This was part…
Again, U. S. Court Postpones Sentencing Of Hushpuppi
The U. S. Central District Court in California has again postponed the sentencing of a Nigerian Instagram celebrity, Ramon Abass, popularly known as Hushpuppi the multi-million-dollar fraud charges he has pleaded guilty to.
Arrested…
Ethiopian Airlines Passenger Seeks compensation Over Missing Bag In 2021
An Ethiopian Airline passenger, Bishop Michael Amamieye has sought compensation from the airline over its lost baggage since 2021.
The passenger disclosed that he traveled on Ethiopian Airways on November 17, 2021 from Lagos to Maputo…
Gunmen Abduct Lagos-based Businessman
There was panic in Umuoma Nekede community in Owerri West Local Government Area of Imo State as gunmen kidnapped a Lagos-based businessman.
The victim, identified as Umunna Onyeokwu from Umuikea, Umuoma, was inside his car parked near…
Yahaya Bello Appoints 3 Commissioners
Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello has appointed three new commissioners in his attempt to rejig his administration for better performance.
According to a statement on Tuesday by Mohammed Onogwu, the Chief Press Secretary to the…
War: UK Hits Belarus In New Action
The United Kingdom has hit Belarus with new sanctions, including a trade block of around 60 million pounds ($73 million) of goods.
The UK is angered by Belarus’ role in supporting the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
The announcement…
Russia/Ukraine War Contributing To Nigeria’s Food Insecurity
By Nasiru Aminu
The war in Ukraine is shaking the commodity market and threatening global food security. The Western economic sanctions on Russia are supposed to force the hands of Russia to withdraw from the invasion, but the…
Naval Staff Kidnapped In Kogi, N3m Ransom Demanded
A staff of Naval Headquarters, Abuja, Mr Musa Lawal has been kidnapped.
He was kidnapped in Lokoja at his residence, behind Post Flood Housing Estate, Lokoja at about 8 pm on Monday.
The hoodlums gained entrance to his apartment…
Don’t Drop Okowa For Wike Who Disowned Ndigbo – Ohanaeze Cautions Atiku
Ohanaeze Ndigbo Youth Council Worldwide, OYC, has cautioned the Presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar against any plan to drop Governor Ifeanyi Okowa as his running mate.
There are speculations…
RUNNING MATE: Tinubu Going Through Difficult Times, Says Akeredolu
Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu of Ondo State has revealed what the presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu is currently going through in his quest for a substantive running mate for the 2023…
1 Million Nigerians To Be Recruited For 2023 Census
The National Population Commission (NPC) has said a total of one million Nigerians will be recruited by the federal government for the conduct of the 2023 national census.
The commission assured that a reliable technological…
2023: BELTIJ Boss Supports Oyetola’s Re-election, Pledges N100m Donation to Tinubu’s…
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Tijani Remilekun Usman, an international businessman and chief Executive officer of BELTIJ Ltd, has declared total support for the re-election of Governor Gboyega Oyetola and election Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu as Nigeria's president…
Hon Deji Ogunsakin Becomes Ekiti PDP Chairman
The State Executive Committee, (SEC) of the Ekiti State Chapter of Peoples' Democratic Party has ratified the appointment of the former Chairman, Ado LG and former 2018 Deputy Governorship Candidate of the party, Hon Deji Ogunsakin as the…
Plateau APC Guber Candidate Pledges To Combat Insecurity, Revive Economy
By Andrew Ajijah, Jos
The gubernatorial candidate of the All Progressive Congress APC in Plateau state Dr. Nentawe Yilwatdat, has expressed concerned over increasing killings, kidnapping and fast declining economy of the state.
…
RECONCILIATION: Atiku, Okowa, Ayu, 13 PDP Governors, Others To Meet Wike
The Board of Trustees (BOT) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has set up a reconciliatory committee to meet with Governor Nyesom Wike of Rivers State over the fallout of the party’s presidential primary and crisis trailing the…
2023: Only A Formidable Team Work can oust APC, Group Tells PDP Stakeholders
Ekiti Grassroots Movement (EGM), on Sunday, called on well meaning Nigerians and stakeholders in the People’s Democratic Party, PDP, to close ranks to send the All Progressive Congress, APC packing in 2023.
The group added that any…
Two Reverend Fathers Abducted In Edo
One week after kidnappers killed Christopher Odia, an abducted Catholic priest in Edo, two Catholic Reverend Fathers have been kidnapped in the state.
Daily Trust had reported how Odia, who was the priest in Charge of St. Michael…
#Obidient Movement: Be Tolerant, Peter Obi Charges Supporters
Ahead of the 2023 elections, the presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has charged the ‘Obidient’ movement supporters to be tolerant of dissenting views and divergent opinions.
There have been complaints on how Obi…
HOUSE WARMING: ‘They Lack Fear Of God, Their Action Unislamic’, Sheikh Muyideen Lambasts…
In this interview with FATTEH HAMID, fiery Islamic cleric, Sheikh Muyideen Bello, speaks about trending photographs and videos of Islamic clerics who officiated at the housewarming of popular cross-dresser, Bobrisky, among…
INTERVIEW: In Osun, Oyetola Will Lose Re-election, Adeleke Will Win, Says Aregbesola’s Ally, Alimi
Former Osun State Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs during Rauf Aregbesola’s administration, Kolapo Alimi, tells BOLA BAMIGBOLA about his defection from the All Progressives Congress to the Peoples Democratic Party…
Sallah: Senate To Resume July 19
The Senate adjourned plenary to enable it proceed on the Sallah break, and accordingly, announced July 19, 2022, as resumption date.
The Senate, before embarking on the three weeks recess, forwarded President Muhammadu Buhari’s…
Cybercrime: Oyo Court Jails Two
The Ibadan Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Thursday, June 30, 2022 secured the conviction and sentencing of the duo of Alani Ridwan Kalejaye and Ishola Abdullahi Ademola before Justice Uche…
NAF Partners NMDC On Local Manufacturing Of Defensive Weapons
By Andrew Ajijah, Jos
The Chief of Air Staff, Nigerian Air Force, NAF, Air Marshall Isiaka Oladayo Amao, has said NAF shall soon begin collaboration with the National Metallurgical Development Center NMDC towards producing defensive…
Peter Obi’s Leadership Gives Hope To Common Man, Physically Challenged – Group
The members of the Ecumenical Disability Advocates Network have lauded the Presidential Candidate of the Labour Party, Former Governor Peter Obi, for what they described as responsible and inclusive leadership style, which gives hope…
I Am Not Aware Of Tinubu’s Plan To Reconcile Us – Amaechi
A former All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential contender, Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi, has denied knowledge of purported plans by the party’s presidential candidate, Bola Tinubu, to reconcile him and Senator Magnus Abe.
The…
Obasanjo Rides Tricycle, Urges Youths On Business Opportunities
The former President, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, on Saturday, practically turned a commercial tricycle rider in Abeokuta, Ogun State capital, in demonstration of safety of the means of transportation just as he urged youths to embrace…
Tinubu Won’t Save Folarin, Dapo Abiodun, Oyetola From Defeat, Aggrieved APC Members Declare
Efforts to hide under Tinubu presidential bid to secure governorship victories in Ogun, Osun and Oyo states is doomed to fail, aggrieved members of All Progressive Congress have told Governors Dapo Abiodun, Gboyega Oyetola and Senator…
Don’t Rely On Information From Joe Igbokwe, Cross-Check With Appropriate Officers Before…
Presidential Candidate of the ruling All Progressives Congress APC, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu has disclaimed reports of a meeting between him and opposition Governor of Rivers state, Nyesom Wike in France ahead of the 2023 general…
Alaafin’s Senior Wife, Olori Kafayat, Is Dead
Barely two months after Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi’s, joined his ancestors, one of his queens, Olori Kafayat, is reported to have passed on.
.Though details of her death is yet to be revealed, reports at the disposal of …
2023: Please, Support Atiku, Party Chieftain Begs Wike, Fayose, Ortom
A chieftain of PDP, Chief Jackson Ude, has urged aggrieved members of the People Democratic Party (PDP) to accept the emergence of Atiku Abubakar and Governor Ifeanyi Okowa of Delta State as presidential and vice-presidential…
WEAPON OF MASS DESTRUCTION: Russia Open To Dialogue, Says Putin
President Vladimir Putin of Russia says his country is “open to dialogue” on strategic stability and nuclear non-proliferation of weapons of mass destruction.
Putin said this on Thursday in his video address to the participants of the…
Release Details Of Ukpo To Ekweremadu To Defend Himself, Court Orders Immigration
A Federal High Court in Abuja on Friday ordered the Nigerian Immigration Service and three banks to immediately release details of David Ukpo to the detained former Deputy President of the Nigerian Senate, Ike Ekweremadu to defend…
Airfares Skyrocket As Sallah Approaches
About a week to the Eid-el-Kabir festival, airfares have gone astronomically high on major routes across the country even as airline operators have blamed the hike on the skyrocketing price of aviation fuel known as Jet A1.
Mostly…
RUNNING MATE: Wike Almost Suffered Heart Attack – Former PDP Spokesman, Ologbondiyan
Former National Publicity Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Kola Olagbondiyan has revealed that Governor Nyesom Wike of Rivers State, almost suffered a heart attack when former Speaker of the House of the Representatives,…
Prof Ango Abdullahi’s Eldest Son, Isah, Dies
Prof Ango Abdullahi, Chairman, Northern Elders Forum (NEF), has lost his eldest son, Isah Ango Abdullahi following a brief illness.
A family member told DAILY POST that the deceased died in Abuja on Thursday evening and the corpse…
JUST IN: After 3 Years Of Meritorious Service, Makinde’s Media Adviser, Jide Ajani, Returns To…
The Special Adviser on Media to Governor Seyi Makinde, Mr Jide Ajani, has become Vanguard newspaper General Editor.
Ajani, who was appointed by Governor Makinde as his Special Adviser on Media, worked with the governor for some…
2023: Dubious Fayose Only Using Wike As Cover, His Unholy Alliance With Tinubu, APC Shameful -Ekiti…
The former publicity secretary of Ekiti Grassroots Movement, Adebisi Adeola, has described former governor of Ekiti State, Ayodele Fayose, as dubious and a man of questionable character, saying that the former governor was pretentious and…
INFLATION: Lagos Approves Hike In BRT Fares By N100
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu has approved a flat rate increase by N100 in bus fares for all Bus Rapid Transit, BRT, and Standard routes as part of measures to sustain operations.
The increase, which is scheduled to commence…
2023: It Is Normal For Fayose, Others to Be Aggrieved But … – Atiku Reacts To Cry For…
The presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar, has reacted to the statement by a former Governor of Ekiti State, Ayodele Fayose, insisting that Nigeria’s next president must be from the southern…
Makinde Appoints Ladoja’s Political Son, Nureni Adisa, As Director, Board Of Wemabod
The Executive Governor of Oyo state, Engr. Seyi Makinde has appointed former Accord Party National Secretary, Engr. Nureni Adisa as a Director, Board of Wemabod Limited.
The Ido born politician, whose appointment letter dated 29th…
Sallah: Sultan Declares July 9 Eid al-Adha
The Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, on Wednesday, declared July 9 as Eid al-Adha.
Also known as Sallah, Eid al-Adha will feature the slaughtering of ram during the period known as the “festival of sacrifice”.
This…
Again, Funke Akindele’s Marriage With Rap Artiste JJC Skillz Crashes
Rap artiste, Abdulrasheed Bello, popularly known as “JJC Skillz”, has announced separation from his actress wife, Funke Akindele-Bello, after seven years of marriage.
JJC Skillz took to his official Instagram page, @jjcskillz on…
Again, Bandits Strike In Niger, kidnap Chinese Nationals, Kill 6 Soldiers, 7 Cops
The Niger State has recently witnessed another Bandits attacked.
The bandits attacked a mining site in Niger State and reportedly killed security agents, civilians, and kidnapped three Chinese nationals.
The attack was said to have…
Senate Confirms Buhari’s Ministerial Nominees
The Nigerian Senate, on Wednesday, approved the nominations of seven persons forwarded to it by President Muhammadu Buhari for confirmation as ministers.
The nominees were confirmed after hours of screening at the Senate plenary on…
2023: Suspend Fayose From PDP, Stop Managing His Anti-party Activities, Ekiti Group Urges NWC
Ekiti Grassroots Movement, (EGM), on wednesday, called on well meaning PDP stakeholders in Southwest and National Working Committee of the party to suspend the former governor of Ekiti State, Mr Ayodele Fayose from the party for what it…
Ekiti Governor-elect, Oyebanji Visits Fayose, As Former Ekiti Gov ‘Declares’ Support For…
Ekiti State Governor-elect, Mr Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji on Wednesday visited the Lagos residence of former Governor of the State, Mr Ayodele Fayose.
Oyebanji said the visit was to extend his courtesies to Fayose as a former governor of…
PDP Suspends Chairman
The Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ofu Local Government Area of Kogi State, Engineer Gabriel Itanyi, has been suspended from office.
The suspension followed an expanded meeting of stakeholders and the executives of…
Be Good Ambassadors Of Oyo State, Women Commissioner Charges NSIP Monitors
The Oyo State Commissioner for Women Affair and Social Inclusion, Alhaja Kafilat Olayiwola, on Wednesday, charged members of the Independent Monitors of the National Social Investment Programme, drawn from the state to carry out their…
Ekweremadu: Senate To Send Delegation To London
The Nigerian Senate on Tuesday disclosed that it would send a high-powered delegation to meet with Senator Ike Ekweremadu in London, United Kingdom.
DAILY POST recalls that Ike Ekweremadu, who was the former Deputy Senate President,…
Ajimobi’s Former Adviser On ICT, Niyi Ajao, is Dead
A former Special Adviser to the Governor on Information and Communication Technology, under the administration of Senator Abiola Ajimobi, Niyi Ajao, has died.
The death of Mr. Ajao was confirmed by close political associates in a…
2023: Vote Based On Candidate’s Track Records Not Emotions, Fashola Urges Nigerians
The Minister of works and Housing, Babatunde Fashola, ahead of the 2023 general election, has told Nigerians to vote for candidates based on their track records
Fashola stated this at the sixth edition of the annual ‘BRF GABFEST’ in…
STRIKE: Dapo Abiodun To Meet Ogun Labour Leaders Today
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has invited Organised Labour in the State to a meeting on Wednesday to resolve the industrial action embarked upon Tuesday by government workers.
The meeting is expected to discuss all…
Growing Energy Demand Presents Huge Business Opportunities For Seplat, Others – McKinsey &…
Seplat Energy Plc, leading Nigerian independent energy company listed on both the Nigerian Exchange Limited and the London Stock Exchange, as well as other energy producers in Africa, are projected to grow more given the rising demand for…
IPC Kicks As Police Detain Popular Online Publisher, Journalist
PUBLISHER of online newspaper, Wikki Times, Haruna Mohammed, was detained after honouring an invitation by officials of the State Criminal Investigation and Intelligence Department (SCIID) of the Bauchi State Police Command on Monday.
…
Makinde Appoints New SSA Diaspora, Ace Broadcaster Olalomi Amole, Others As Aides
Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has appointed ace broadcaster, Alhaji Olobe Amole Olalomi, as First Commissioner/Board Member of the Local Government Service Commission.
The governor equally appointed a former Woman Leader of the…
Senate Passes Five Bills For concurrence
The Senate has passed five bills from the House of Representatives for concurrence.
The bills include Public Enterprises (Privatization and Commercialization) Act (Repeal & Enactment) Bill, 2022; and Orthopaedic Hospitals…
ALLEGED ORGAN TRAFFICKING: Support Ekweremadu, Wife – Gbajabiamila Asks Nigerian Embassy In UK
Following the allegation of organ harvesting, the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Femi Gbajabiamila, on Tuesday, said he is shocked and concerned about the situation with former deputy senate president Ike Ekweremadu and his…
Atiku Reacts To Tanko’s Resignation
The presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar, says the decision of Justice Tanko Muhammad to vacate office as the Chief Justice of Nigeria is commendable.
In a statement on Monday via his…
2023: YASR Charges Oyo Residents To Wisely Maximise Extension Of Voters’ Registration Exercise
A support group, Young Appointees for Seyi’s Re-election, YASR, has charged residents of Oyo state to wisely utilize the remaining days before the closure of INEC portal for voters registration, saying that the need to aggressively…
Comment On Choice Of Deputy In 1999: PDP Asks Obasanjo To Withdraw Statement In 48 Hours Or …
The Peoples Democratic Party has tackled former President Olusegun Obasanjo over comments that he made mistake when he picked his Vice President in 1999.
Obasanjo had over the weekend said he made a mistake in the choice of his…
What I Discussed With Obasanjo On 2023 – Prof Ango Abdullahi
The Chairman of Northern Elders Forum, Prof Ango Abdullahi, said Nigeria’s political situation was the major issue that dominated his discussion with former President Olusegun Obasanjo during the latter’s visit to Zaria, Kaduna State.
…
Alleged Organ Harvest: FG Probes Breach Of Data
The Federal Government has ordered a probe into the circulation of the personal data of Sonia Ekweremadu and David Nwamini in the ongoing case of alleged organ harvest accusation levelled against ex Deputy Senate Ike Ekweremadu and his…
Court Rejects Nnamdi Kanu’s Fresh Bail Application
A Federal High Court in Abuja has dismissed the fresh bail application filed by Nnamdi Kanu of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB).
In a ruling on Tuesday, Justice Binta Nyako described the application, filed by Kanu’s lawyers led by…
BANDITRY: You Can Now Get Gun Licence In Zamfara, Gov’t Reveals Process
The Zamfara State Government has said its directives to civilians to acquire guns to defend themselves do not confer an automatic right on all interested people to have access to firearms.
The Commissioner of Information in the…
Arrest All Escaped Inmates, Bring Them Back To Custody, Aregbesola Orders Correctional Centres
The Minister of Interior, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, has called on the Nigeria Correctional Service (NCoS) to spare no effort at ensuring that all escaped inmates are arrested and brought back into custody.
The Minister made the call…
Agba Egbe Joins League Of IION Award Recipient As Ibadan North Ranks 1st On Least Corrupt LG
The Executive Chairman of Ibadan North Local Government, Hon Yusuff Sahib Oladayo (Agba Egbe) has been awarded Integrity Icon of Nigeria (IION) by the Centre for Ethics and Self Value Orientation.
The organization, in the past, had…
Ariwoola As New Acting CJN Will Turnaround Fortunes Of Judiciary, Says Makinde
Oyo State Governor, 'Seyi Makinde, has congratulated Honourable Justice Olukayode Ariwoola on his elevation and swearing-in as the Acting Chief Justice of Nigeria by President Muhammadu Buhari.
Governor Makinde described Iseyin-born…
DRUG ABUSE CONTROL: Oyo, NDLEA Collaborate To clamp Down On Consumers, Illicit Sellers
...urges parents to monitor their wards against drug abuse
The Oyo state government, in collaboration with the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, oyo command is set to clamp down on consumers and sellers of illicit drugs to rid…
Justice Tanko Muhammad Resigns As CJN
The Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Tanko Muhammad, has resigned, Channels Television learnt on Monday.
Sources said Justice Muhammad resigned on Sunday night, citing ill-health as the reason for his decision.
Information also…
2023: Tinubu, Atiku Not Good For Nigeria, Peter Obi Would Have Been Better —Ango Abdullahi
Convener of the Northern Elders Forum, NEF, Professor Ango Abdullahi, has said the present crop of presidential candidates cannot fix Nigeria.
Though he gave what would pass for a fair assessment of the presidential candidates of Labour…
After Meeting With Buhari, Tinubu Leaves For France
The Presidential Candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Asíwájú Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has traveled out of the country.
He departed for France after meeting with President Muhammadu Buhari at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, on…
No Reconciliation Between Aregbesola, Oyetola Yet
The Chairman of ‘The Osun Progressives,” a faction in the All Progressives Congress in Osun State, on Sunday, said no reconciliation yet between the Minister of Interior, Rauf Aregbesola; and the State Governor, Adegboyega Oyetola.
The…
Police Boss Presents Over N22m To Families Of Fallen Heroes
Over N22m cheques has been presented to the families of fallen heroes of the Nigeria Police by the Inspector General of Police, Usman Alkali Baba
While speaking at the event, the IGP, who was represented by the Commissioner of Police,…
OYSIEC Media Officer, Adegoke, Bags MMPN Outstanding member Award
…as Ministry of Information emerges most outstanding branch
The information Officer attached to Oyo state Independent Electoral Commission (OYSIEC), Adegoke Ibrahim, has been awarded the most outstanding Member of the Muslim Media…
FIRS Engaging In Secret Employment, Has Bastardised Principle Of Federal Character, Applicant…
A Nigerian first-class graduate of Economics, Mr. Gabriel Adudu raised an alarm over what is currently going on in the Federal Inland Revenue Services (FIRS) under the leadership of Muhammad Mamman Nami as the Executive Chairman.
Adudu…
Makinde Bags Noble Patron Of The Arts Awards
The Pan African Writers Association of Nigeria, on Friday conferred award of "Noble Patron of The Arts" on the Governor of Oyo State, Engineer Seyi Makinde.
The award was received on behalf of the Governor by his Executive Assistant…
PRESS STATEMENT: Osun PDP Tells Buhari To Call Adamu To Order
IT has come to the notice of the Osun state chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) of an open call by the All Progressives Congress (APC) National Chairman, Abdullahi Adamu, for the July 16 governorship election to be rigged in…
OSUN GUBER: Adeleke Campaign Organisation Storm Boripe, Boluwaduro LGs, Promises Social, Economic…
The campaign organisation of Senator Ademola Adeleke led by Hon. Sunday Bisi today, stormed Boripe and Boluwaduro local government areas of Osun State on Saturday.
The people of the local governments trooped out en masse to welcome…
Two Mistakes I Made Before 1999 Presidential Election Nearly Claimed My Life – Obasanjo •Says…
He said with the “Not Too Young to Run campaign, and you can see that those that are contesting now are between 70 and 80 years old, how can the youths run?”
OPINION: The Money Madness | By Dan Agbese
The field of power seekers in the executive and the legislative branches of government has never been this crowded in our 23 years of civil rule. It is good for the two major political parties, APC and PDP.
They are raking in…
Tinubu, Obi, Others Can’t Substitute Running Mates Under New Electoral Act – Advocacy…
Ahead of the 2023 general elections, the Center for Reforms and Public Advocacy (CRPA) has said that under the new Electoral Act 2022, running mates nominated by Presidential, Governorship candidates of various political parties are…
Tinubu: I Didn’t Attend Primary, Secondary Schools, My University Certificates Stolen
Bola Tinubu, the presidential candidate of the ruling All Progressives Congress, has told the electoral commission INEC that he didn’t attend primary and secondary schools.
The former Lagos governor, however, claimed he had two degrees…
I Wept When My Child Built Me A House – Veteran Actress, Iya Rainbow
Veteran actress, Idowu Philips, aka Iya Rainbow, said she wept when her son built her a house.
In an interview with Saturday Beats, she said, “I am happy because for someone to be abroad and come home to build a house, he deserves to be…
Photos As Kwankwanso, Fayose Meet Wike In Port Harcourt
Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso, Presidential Candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), visited Governor Nyesom Wike of Rivers State, on Friday.
He met Wike less than 24 hours after Peter Obi, Presidential Candidate of Labour Party,…
22 Farmers Kidnapped, Tractors Burnt As Bandits Go On Rampage In Abuja
Bandits have gone on rampage in Abuja, Nigeria’s capital, burning two tractors and abducting 22 farmers.
The incidents happened at Rafin-Daji community, Gurdi ward of Abaji Area Council of Abuja.
Daily Trust reports that…
NPC Says N187bn Inadequate To Conduct 2023 Census – NPC
The National Population Commission (NPC) has said that the N187bn budgeted for the population and housing census is not adequate to conduct the exercise scheduled for April 2023.
The commission’s Acting Director-General, Ugoeze…
2023: Nigerian Actress, Tonto Dikeh, Emerges Running Mate In ADC
Nigerian Actress, Tonto Dikeh, popularly known as Tontolet, has been nominated as the running mate of Tonte Ibraye, the Governorship candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Rivers for the 2023 governorship election in the…
RUNNING MATE: Tinubu Not Smart, APC Not Ready For Election, Says Okowa
The presidential running mate of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Ifeanyi Okowa, has said the All Progressives Congress, APC, and its presidential candidate, Bola Tinubu are not smart.
He lambasted Tinubu for placing his running…
ORGAN HARVESTING: What Peter Obi Said About Arrest Of Ekweremadu, Wife
The Presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi has expressed support for ex-Deputy Senate President, Ike Ekweremadu amid controversy of alleged organ harvesting, praying for the healing of his daughter.
Recall that Ekweremadu…
ELECTORAL ACT: Supreme Court Dismisses Buhari’s Suit Against National Assembly
The Supreme Court has dismissed a suit brought against the National Assembly challenging the legality of the controversial section 84 (12) of the Electoral Act 2022.
The Apex Court held that Buhari, having assented to the Electoral…
Oyo Pilgrims In Mecca Not Shortchanged Of BTA, Dollar Scarcity Causing Delay – Pilgrims Board…
The Chairman, Oyo State Pilgrims Welfare Board (Muslim Wing), Prof. Sayed Malik has denied insinuations that some pilgrims from the state who are already in Saudi Arabia have been denied their Basic Travel Allowance (BTA).
Prof.…
Employ More Tactical Approach To Combat Insecurity, Makinde Urges Stakeholders
Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, on Thursday, called on relevant stakeholders in the country to employ a more tactical approach in combating the insecurity challenges facing the nation.
The governor, who made the position public at an…
Bail Denied, Ekweremadu, Wife To Remain In Police Custody Till July 7

Against the backdrop of alleged attempted organ harvesting, former Deputy President of the Nigerian Senate, Ike Ekweremadu and wife, Beatrice have been denied bail by an Uxbridge Magistrates’ Court in the United Kingdom.Newsmen…
‘Miss’ Returns Gloriously To Her Creator | By Bernard Balogun
Saturday June 25, 2022 the woman l have always called "Miss" will be interred at the Lokoja cemetery. The land where her own father, my first headmaster, lay buried. She was elegant.
She was beautiful in the true sense of the word.…
Be Careful When Traveling Abroad – Activist Reacts To Ekweremadu’s Organ Harvesting…
Deji Adeyanju, a socio-political commentator, has urged Nigerians to be careful when travelling abroad.
Adeyanju said this while reacting to reports making the rounds that two Nigerians were arrested in the United Kingdom (UK) over…
ORGAN HARVESTING: Ekweremadu, Wife Arrested In London
The London Metropolitan Police have charged two Nigerians with conspiracy to traffic a child to the United Kingdom in order to harvest organs, the law enforcement said on Thursday.
The accused – a woman and a man – have the same…
Details Of Meeting Between Wike, Obi Revealed
Details of the meeting between the presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi and Governor Nyesom Wike of Rivers State, has been revealed.
Obi, who made the revelation in a tweet on Thursday, stated that he visited the…
OWO CHURCH MASSACRE: Amotekun Arrests 5 Suspects, Retrieves Vehicle As Investigation Continues
The Commander of the Ondo State Security Network, otherwise known as Amotekun, Akogun Adetunji Adeleye, has revealed that some of the suspects involved in the June 5 terror attack at Saint Francis Catholic Church, Owo, have been…
Don’t Sell Petrol Above N165 PER Litre – IPMAN Warns Members
The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria on Wednesday warned members of the association not to dispense Premium Motor Spirit, popularly called petrol, above the approved N165/litre pump price.
IPMAN in conjunction with…
MASS DEFECTION: APC Worried But Can’t Stop It, Says APC Nat’l Chair, Adamu
As a result of the mass defection of members of ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, to other political parties, National Chairman of the party, Senator Abdullahi Adamu, yesterday got into a marathon meeting with senators, pleading with…
Soldiers With ‘Divided Loyalty’ Will Be Flushed Out, Chief Of Defence Staff, Irabor Vows
The high command in the military has ordered immediate retirement of all ‘soldiers with divided loyalty or disgruntled or unmotivated personnel’ in the army, navy and the air force.
This was contained in a memo signed by the Chief…
2023: Political Leader Should Not Conclude Yet – Kumuyi Reacts To Muslim-Christian Ticket
Pastor William Kumuyi, General Superintendent of Deeper Christian Life Ministry, has shared his opinion on the fielding of either Muslim-Muslim ticket or Christian-Christian ticket for the 2023 presidential election.
According to him,…
Tragedy In Kogi As Gunmen Kidnap Lawyer, Doctor, 5 Others
Gunmen suspected to be kidnappers, on Tuesday, have abducted seven people, including a doctor and a lawyer at Geregu-Ajaokuta road in Kogi State.
The State police command confirmed the incident on Wednesday in Lokoja.
According to an…
Over 20 APC Senators Denied Return Ticket Planning To Defect To PDP, Says Fani-Kayode
A former Minister of Aviation and chieftain of the APC, Femi Fani-Kayode has said twenty-two more senators of the governing All Progressives Congress (APC) are planning to defect to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
The former…
Ogbomosho-Oyo Highway: Oyo East LG Boss, Arowosaye, Seeks FERMA’s Intervention On Dilapidated…
The Executive Chairman of Oyo East Local Government Area, Prince Saheed Arowosaye has called on the Federal Road Maintenance Agency (FERMA) to fix the dilapidated portions of the Ogbomosho- Oyo old federal Highway.
Arowosaye made…
Oyo Govt Approves Remodelling Of Ring Road High Court, Iyaganku Magistrate Court For N6.1b
Oyo State Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde has approved the reconstruction and redevelopment of Oyo State High Court complex at Ring Road and Magistrate Court at Iyaganku, Ibadan.
The decision was made on Wednesday at the State Executive…
Makinde Promises To Smoothen Hajj Operations For Intending Pilgrims, Make Olodo Camp Habitable
Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, said on Wednesday, that his administration will smoothen Hajj operations and make the Olodo Hajj Camp habitable for pilgrims.
The governor, who was addressing 151 intending pilgrims who came to…
Despite Payment Of N15m Ransom, Gunmen Behead Ex-Lawmaker
A serving lawmaker was similarly beheaded recently in the state after he was abducted by gunmen.
Gunmen have beheaded a former lawmaker in Anambra State, Nigeria’s South-east.
The victim, Nelson Achukwu, from Nnewi South Local…
Obi Visits Wike, Details Of Meeting Unknown
The Governor of Rivers State, Nyesom Wike, on Wednesday, met with the Presidential Flag Bearer of the Labour Party, Peter Obi at his private residence in Port Harcourt, the state capital.
The meeting is coming days after Obi returned…
4Gs KINGDOM PROJECT: Celebrating Two Years Of Service To Humanity, By Olubunmi Adeniji
Your achievement does not lie in the wealth you acquire, but those you have impacted positively. That is what 4Gs kingdom project stands for, it is borne out of the passion to always lend a helping hand to the…
920 Killed In Afghanistan Earthquake
A powerful earthquake struck a remote border region of Afghanistan overnight killing at least 920 people and injuring hundreds more, officials said Wednesday, with the toll expected to rise as rescuers dig through collapsed dwellings.
…
We Have Produced 625,000 Passports In Five Months – Aregbesola
The enhanced passport of the Nigeria Immigration Service was today declared the real deal in passport making, stating that It is a product of the latest technology in passport administration and issuance. This is just as 625,000…
INEC To Extend Voter Registration By 60 Days
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has agreed to extend the ongoing continuous voter registration (CVR) exercise initially slated to end at the end of June, 2022.
Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee…
2023: Nigerians Want An Alternative To PDP, APC
The Governor of Edo State, Godwin Obaseki, says Nigerians are no longer interested in the two top political parties in the country — Peoples Democratic Party and the All Progressives Congress — and are in search of an alternative.
…
US President, Biden, Tumbles From Bicycle
US President, Joe Biden, took a tumble as he was riding his bicycle near his beach home in the state of Delaware Saturday morning, but was unhurt.
A video from a White House pool report showed the 79-year-old president immediately…
Black Market Booms At N300 Per Litre As Fuel Scarcity Worsens, Stations Adjust Pump, Hoard Product
Fuel scarcity worsened in Lagos, the Federal Capital Territory and other parts of the country on Tuesday, resulting in motorists spending hours at filling stations.
For oil marketers, the solution to the worsening fuel queues across the…
2023: Atiku Begins Move To Woo Wike, Other Aggrieved Party Members
The presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party PDP, Atiku Abubakar, has set up a committee to pacify and woo the Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike and some other aggrieved members of the party.
The initiative was instituted…
In Enugu, Herdsmen Kidnap Six Pilgrims
Suspected armed Fulani men, reportedly wearing police uniforms, last Sunday, invaded Ibite Awhum community, in Udi Local Government Area of Enugu State and kidnapped six Christian pilgrims.
It was learnt that the victims were abducted…
FUEL SCARCITY: Price Remains N165, Russia-Ukraine War Increased Diesel Cost
Federal Government of Nigeria has advised Nigerians against panic buying of petrol, stating that the pump price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) remains N165 per litre.
It equally assured that over 2 billion litres were in various depots.
…
Makinde Not Witch-Hunting Me – Deputy Complies With Directive, Resumes Work At New Office
The Oyo State Deputy Governor, Alhaji Rauf Olaniyan, on Tuesday, has complied with the directive of his Boss, having resumed work at his new office, situated at the State Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources.
While…
EKITI PDP CRISIS: Chief Ogunrinde Seeks Dissolution Of Party Executives, Faults Distance Third, By…
The National Ex-Officio of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ekiti State have called on the National Executive Council (NEC) and National Working Committee (NWC) to dissolve the State Working Committee and set up a…
Days After Exiting APC, Shina Peller Joins Accord Party
A member of the House of Representatives, Shina Peller, has joined the Accord Party (APC).
The lawmaker made the announcement on the floor of the House on Tuesday.
Peller dumped the All Progressives Congress (APC) last week.
In a…
You Cannot Become Nigeria President, Minister Of Economy Okay For You – Billionaire Tells Peter Obi
Nigerian billionaire Ned Nwoko has said that the presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi cannot be the next President of Nigeria, adding that Obi only has the capacity to function as Minister of Economy
Nwoko, husband…
GANDUJE’S FIWAJOYE TITLE: Not All Northerners Are Criminals, Olubadan Replies Sunday Igboho
The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Lekan Balogun, has reacted to the viral video emanating from Sunday Adeyemo a.k.a. Sunday Igboho over his position on Governor Abdullahi Ganduje’s title, saying that it is not all Northerners that are…
Senate Receives Buhari’s 7 Ministerial Nominees
Senate has received seven new nominees from President Muhammadu Buhari for consideration and confirmation as, Ministers of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
Their nomination is contained in a letter addressed to President of Senate,…
2023: PDP Lawmaker Joins Labour Party
Senator Francis Ezenwa Onyewuchi, who is the only Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Senator in Imo State, has joined the Labour Party of Nigeria.
This appears to be a recorded breakthrough ahead of the 2023 general elections for a…
Boladuro @50: Ibadan Agog As Elegushi, Oyo Speaker, Commissioners, Diaspora Friends, Other…
The capital city of Oyo state was agog as well-meaning personalities, politicians, and bureaucrats stormed Ibadan for the celebration of Olajide Boladuro, the Director-General, Oyo State Gaming Board.
The Celebrant, Boladuro, who…
2023 PRESIDENCY: Orubebe Says PDP Not Ready To Win, Resigns From Party
Former minister of Niger Delta Affairs Godsday Orubebe has resigned his membership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
Orubebe announced his resignation in a letter addressed to Iyorchia Ayu, national chairman of the PDP.
He…
Fuel Queues Resurface In Lagos
Fuel queues have surfaced in parts of Lagos, Nigeria’s commercial capital, leaving passengers stranded across the state.
Checks by Daily Trust on Monday indicated that many filling stations have run out of stock while the few…
2023: NSCEA Opts For, Embraces And Adopts Third Force, Labour Party •Says No To Muslim/Muslim…
A week ago, on June 11, 2022, All Progressives Party (APC) was advised to settle for a Muslim-Christian ticket by Nigerian Supreme Council for Ecclesiastical Affairs (NSCEA), reinstating the position of the Christian Association of Nigeria…
Bashir Shittu Suspended As National President Of Federal Poly Ede Alumni
The National President of the Federal Polytechnic, Ede Alumni Association (FPEA), Bashir Shittu, has been suspended over allegations of financial misappropriation and abuse of power.
The information was contained in a letter signed by…
Again, Adesina Slams Oyedepo, Says ‘We Can Only Listen To Cleric Like Kumuyi’
President Muhammadu Buhari’s Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Femi Adesina has urged men of God to emulate the General Superintendent of Deeper Christian Life Ministry, Pastor Williams Kumuyi.
Adesina said men of God should be…
2023: It May Be The Last Battle For Atiku, Tinubu
There are indications that the 2023 presidential election may be the last chance for some eminent Nigerians who have been within the corridors of power for a very long time.
Since the return of the current political dispensation in…
Kidnappers Demand N150m For Release Of Abducted Ex-NFF Officers
A former Secretary of the Nigeria Football Federation, Alhaji Sani Toro; a former Assistant Coach of the Nigeria Super Eagles, Garba Yila; and one of their friends, Alhaji Isa Jah, have been abducted by gunmen.
Our correspondent…
2023: Lunatics Have Taken Over Nigerian Politics, Let Us Kick Them Out, Peter Obi Urges
The 2023 presidential candidate of Labour Party, Peter Obi, has said 70 percent of Nigerian politicians have no business in the leadership of the country and should be kicked out of power in the 2023 general elections.
The former…
KADUNA KILLINGS: Christians Advised To Arm Themselves In Self Defence
A former presidential aide, Reno Omokri, has called on churches across the nation to arm themselves with the right weapons in self-defence following a series of attacks by terrorists recently.
Kaduna State Commissioner, Ministry of…
Negotiation Ongoing Between LP, NNPP, Obi Confirms
The presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi has insisted he is still in talks with his New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) counterpart, Rabiu Kwankwaso.
Obi stated this during a panel session at the Men of Valour…
Two Wounded As Hoodlums Attack Journalists In Tinubu’s Convoy
The bus conveying press crew covering Lagos State Governor’s Office on Sunday was heavily attacked by thugs between Ebute-Ero and Adeniji, Iga-Iduganran axis on Lagos Island, leaving no fewer than two journalists wounded with others…
EKITI GUBER ELECTION: PDP’s Defeated Candidate, Kolawole, Speaks
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate at Saturday’s governorship election in Ekiti, Olabisi Kolawole, has thanked the people of the state for their peaceful conduct during the exercise.
“With a deep sense of responsibility, I,…
Rating Of Ibadan as Fastest Growing City In Africa Vindicates Makinde’s Commitment To…
A socio-political group in Oyo State, the Oyo Kajola Group (OKG), has described the rating of Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, as the second fastest growing city in Africa for the year 2022 as a positive development, which it said shows the…
EKITI ELECTION: Fayose Is To Blame Not PDP, Group Tells Supporters
Former Director of Media Ekiti Grassroots Movement, Adebisi Adeola, has charged the National Leadership of the People’s Democratic Party, PDP to rescue the party from former governor, Fayose before it disappears into thin air.
He added…
Gunmen Abduct Ex-NFF Secretary General
The former Secretary-General of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Sani Toro, has been kidnapped.
The former NFF scribe was kidnapped on his way from Abuja to Bauchi after reportedly attending the wedding ceremony of the son of…
2023: Wike Teams Up With Umahi
After what seemed like intractable differences resulting in name calling and a lot of bad blood, Governor of Rivers State, Barr. Nyesom Wike, and his Ebonyi State counterpart, Engr. Dave Umahi, have reconciled and decided to team up. They…
2023 Merger: We Are In Talks With Peter Obi, Says Kwankwaso
Presidential Candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party ( NNPP), Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has said he is in talks with the Labour Party’s Presidential Candidate, Peter Obi, ahead of the 2023 Presidential election.
Recently,…
Why I Conferred Title Of Aare Fiwajoye Of Ibadanland On Ganduje, Wife – Olubadan
The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Senator Mohood Lekan Balogun, Alli Okunmade II, on Saturday confered a Chieftaincy title on the Kano State governor and his wife, Dr Abdullahi Umar Ganduje and Professor Hafsat Umar Ganjude as Aare Fiwajoye…
YORUBA AGITATIONS: Man Narrowly Escapes Death
Man, named Folayemi Olasunkanmi Johnson, from Ile-Ife, Osun State, Nigeria, has escaped death during the recent Yoruba agitation led by the popular human rights activist, Chief Sunday Adeyemo, popularly known as Sunday Igboho, due to…
Homosexual Act: Police Declare Man Wanted
The Osun State Police Command has declared one Ogunsola Tilewa Adewale (age), wanted for allegedly engaging in homosexual act in the public.
In a statement made available to newsmen on Thursday by the Police Public Relations…