Author: Isa Isawade
Court fixes date for continuation of ex-Lagos Speaker’s trial
The defendants were first arraigned on March 1, 2012 before Justice Okechukwu Okeke on a 20-count charge bordering on misappropriation…
Yemi Ogunbiyi’s Retrospections
Right across the twelve chapters of his riveting autobiography, The Road Never Forgets, remembrances pile upon remembrances. As you wade…
Troops neutralise terrorists in Sambisa, recover 3 hilux, rescue aid workers
The sources said that in the cause of the engagement, two humanitarian workers abducted from Monguno in 2022 were rescued.
What I have done in my hometown Oro – Lai Mohammed
He said besides providing solar-powered street lights in the community, he equally attracted a 60MVA, 132/33kV transmission substation to the…
JUST IN: Paramount ruler of Obudu in C/River Davies-Agba dies
“It is with a heavy heart that I communicate to you the passing away of my beloved father, His Royal…
Why I’m optimistic of Oyetola’s victory at Supreme Court — Prof. Abubakre
He said the performance of Adeleke is incomparable to the governance credentials of Oyetola, who is a silent performer.
Kunle Famoriyo honoured at 70
“Agbarijo Egbe Odo Yoruba, Grand Council of Yoruba Youths, founded 2001 inside Trenchard Hall, University of Ibadan, Ibadan, with blessings…
INEC sued over failure to probe governors, deputies
The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has filed a lawsuit against the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) over “the…
Gov. AbdulRazaq rejoices with Alofa of Iloffa on 30th Anniversary
“I celebrate His Royal Highness for his giant strides over the last 30 years but also implore him to do…
FG to Farmers: How you can curtail post-harvest losses
“This development will aid our commitment toward zero hunger, promote productivity and profitability among farmers, improve national economy and address…
Seyi Tinubu speaks on father’s incoming administration
Seyi assured Nigerians of a better country and renewed hope in the incoming Tinubu Administration.
Why we spent $1.2m to evacuate Nigerian students from Sudan – FG
"The amount in question was negotiated in a condition of war and where there are competing demands for same bus…
947,000 sit for UTME in 2 days
"In the last two days, excluding today, we have examined 947, 000 candidates."
Parents padlock daughters’ graves to avoid rape in Pakistan
The scariest necrophilia case ever reported in Pakistan was in 2011 when a grave keeper named Muhammad Rizwan from North…
88 blind candidates sit for 2023 UTME at Kano center
Bello, a former Vice-Chancellor of the University, said the 88 students were drawn from the Northern states, adding that Kano…
What Gombe women are demanding from Inuwa Yahaya
“There should be gender sensitivity so that when the inputs are distributed, women get their own. It should be specific.…
Turkish President Erdoğan attends virtual ceremony with Putin
Putin and Erdoğan also discussed the Ukraine war and the Black Sea grain deal in a phone call prior to…
Why you should avoid fighting malaria with unprescribed medicine
Oyeleye said that self-medication, poor health-seeking behaviour and drinking of different herbal concoctions were exacerbating morbidity and mortality among citizens.
Zambian President orders sale of luxury vehicles bought for gov’t officials
“Anyone who has bought a VX in central, local, quasi-government institutions, I would like an instruction that must be followed:…
Court refuses Tukur Mamu bail over alleged terrorism financing
“This application is consequently refused and is hereby struck out. This is the order of this court,” Justice Ekwo declared.
We will resist moves to redraw Akwa Ibom map – Ijaw National Congress
“It is laughable that people are claiming that the state of Akwa Ibom created some 35 years ago has no…
Gunfire intensified in Sudan’s capital, U.S. pushes to extend truce
Thousands of people, mainly Sudanese, have been waiting at the border to cross into Egypt, Sudan’s neighbour to the north.
I am in shock — Frank Nweke Jr
“It is incredibly sad to see how our society has debased the value of human life. I am particularly heartbroken…
Gov. Diri swears in new JSC members
“I have no doubt that you are men of character and integrity. The absence of the JSC has affected the…
Chinese Yuan strengthens to 6.9 against dollar
The central parity rate of the yuan against the dollar is based on a weighted average of prices offered by…
Tinubu holds dual citizenship of Nigeria, Guinea, Atiku tells Court
According to him, Tinubu holds dual citizenship of Nigeria and Guinea, having voluntarily acquired the citizenship of the Republic of…
Why we are meeting President Buhari – Governors
“Today, we discussed the guidelines by the Nigerian Financial Intelligence Unit (NFIU) on financial regulations that it is working on…
What I wish to be remembered for – Obaseki
“It is expedient to reiterate that the most cherished legacy I want to be remembered for as the Governor of…
Police arrest 83 suspected thugs in Kano
“The suspects were arrested with dangerous weapons, robbed properties, illicit drugs and stolen properties,” Mohammed said.
No state has right to increase 2023 Hajj fare – NAHCON
Hassan explained that the 2023 Hajj fares announced by the Commission were agreed upon by all 36 states and FCT's…