Year: 2017
Kebbi declares state of emergency in education
Following the low number of Kebbi children competing for places in Federal Government colleges, Governor Atiku Bagudu, has declared his…
FG says looters burying stolen funds in forests, burial grounds
The Federal Government says its anti corruption agencies have been inundated with information of how looters have resorted to burying…
Abuja airport runway ready Monday – FAAN boss
The Managing Director of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has said that the runway of the Nnamdi Azikiwe…
Ikoyi $43m Haul: Amaechi blasts Wike
Minister of Transportation and former governor of Rivers State, Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi has dismissed claims by his successor, Nyesom Wike,…
Nigerian Govt defends Whistle-Blower Policy
The Federal Government has hailed its whistle-blower policy, which has led to the recovery of looted funds in many currencies…
Speak up now on N13b Ikoyi money, SERAP tells Buhari
Following the controversy surrounding the ownership of the N13bn ($43.4m, N23m and £27,000) found by the Economic and Financial Crimes…
It Is Not Good For Man To Be Alone (2)
One of the worst things that can happen to you is to get married to someone seeking fulfilment in marriage.…
Happy Easter to our readers all over the world
We wish our readers all over the world a Happy Easter. Go ahead and have a great day. Remember to…
Video: Why Are Bunnies Associated With Easter?
Where did the Easter Bunny come from? If a child asks, the best answer might be to say, “a mommy…
Man chains wife to generator from night till next morning
The police in Ogun State have arrested a 37-year old man, Ifeanyi Ajaero, for allegedly chaining his 28-year old wife…
Accident: Passengers Die In Bus Collision With Trailer
A social media user Nnamani Malachy has shared a message on an accident that involved a Big Joe Bus and…
Why the Nigerian Government Is Losing Corruption Cases
By Femi Falana Introduction As a result of the loss of corruption cases last week, many civil society organisations (CSOs)…
Easter: Ayade Greets Christians
Gov. Ben Ayade of Cross River has called on Christians and all Nigerians to use this year’s Easter celebration to…
Jos Carnival: Mother Of 4 Wins Mountaineering
A 26-year-old mother of four, Anya Ashom has emerged winner in the female category of the maiden Jos Mountaineering Competition.
Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II: A Reformer or Palace Jester?
The incessant, unrestrained, no-holds-barred public commentaries that are becoming some sort of trademark of the Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi…
Quackery In Building Profession To Be Curbed
The Council of Registered Builders of Nigeria (CORBON) says it is committed to eradicating the menace of quackery and sharp…
Destitute To Be Kept Away from National Theatre
Some fun-seekers in Lagos have urged the management of the National Theatre, Iganmu,to prevent destitute taking up refuge around the…
Measles: NASG Urges Parents To Immunise Children
With measles hitting many parts of Nasarawa State, its government has advised parents to immunise their children so as to…
Players Commend Zenith Bank
A cross-section of players participating in the 13th edition of the Zenith Bank Women Basketball League on Saturday commended Zenith…
CBN Urged To Resist Naira Flotation
A don, Dr Uche Uwaleke, on Saturday advised the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) not to float the naira until…
Katsina Gov Launches N800m Garage Projects
Gov. Aminu Masari of Katsina State on Saturday launched the construction of N800 million Funtua modern market and motor park…
Kompany scores as City maul Southampton 3-1
Manchester City strengthened their hopes of a top-four Premier League finish as a slick second-half display saw off a subdued…
Fidelity Bank Set To Reward Customers With N9m
Fidelity Bank Plc has concluded plans to reward with nine million naira, the winners of the 7th edition of its…
Youths Disrupt APC Rally In Funtua
Sen. Abu Ibrahim (APC Katsina south) and Alhaji Amiru Tukur (APC Katsina), member representing Bakori/Danja Federal constituency narrowly escaped mob…
Sultan of Sokoto says begging has no basis in Islam
The Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar, said on Saturday that begging has no basis in Islam and challenged those…
Mother of 4 wins mountain climbing competition
A 26-year-old mother of four, Anya Ashom has emerged winner in the female category of the maiden Jos Mountaineering Competition.
Senator, House of Reps member escape death as youths scatter APC rally
Senator Abu Ibrahim (APC Katsina south) and Alhaji Amiru Tukur (APC Katsina), member representing Bakori/Danja Federal constituency narrowly escaped mob…
Obi of Owa leads delegation to visit Ibori
Former governor of Delta, Chief James Ibori on Saturday received a delegation of Ndi Anioma led by Dr Emmanuel Efeizomor,…
2 confirmed dead along Lagos-Ibadan expressway
The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has confirmed two persons dead by hit and run vehicles along Lagos/Ibadan Expressway.
Isco’s last minute goal gives Madrid 3-2 victory over Gijon
Isco scored a last-minute winner as a weakened Real Madrid came from behind twice to beat Sporting Gijon and remain…