Author: Michael Adesina
Gender-based violence: Nigerian Governors declare state of emergency
The governors of the 36 states in Nigeria have declared a state of emergency on sexual and gender-based violence.
Buhari, El-Rufai meet behind closed doors
President Muhammadu Buhari Wednesday in Abuja met with the Governor of Kaduna state, Nasir El-Rufai behind closed doors.
Obaseki attends ‘5 minutes’ screening at APC secretariat
Governor Godwin Obaseki attended the screening of the aspirants for the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship ticket in Edo.
Dino Melaye loses at Tribunal, heads to Court of Appeal
Tribunal has dismissed the petition filed by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and its Kogi West senatorial candidate, Dino Melaye.
President Buhari presides over virtual FEC meeting
President Muhammadu Buhari is currently presiding over the fourth virtual Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting.
Heritage Bank-Dukia Gold to boost Nigeria’s gold reserves – FG
The Federal Government of Nigeria has commended Heritage Bank for being part of a valuable private sector collaboration with Dukia…
Lagos Judiciary introduces E-Payment for filing of cases
The Lagos State Judiciary has upgraded ts Electronic Filing System (EFS) by introducing E-Payment for faster filing and processing of…
NYSC DG visits NCDC, mulls reopening of orientation camps
The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) said it has embarked on measures that will ensure safe and efficient operations post…
Obaseki kicks as INEC confirms direct primary for APC
Governor Godwin Obaseki, once again kicked against the approval of direct primary mode for the All Progressives Congress (APC) by…
Nkurunziza: UN sends ‘strange’ eulogy to Burundians
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres sent a two-paragraph statement to commiserate with the government and people of Burundi over the death…
Nigerian mother of 13 gives birth to quadruplets
A 34-year-old housewife, Hauwa’u Sulaiman, of No. 70 Alfadarai in Zaria, also a mother of 13, gave birth to a…
WFP needs $182m to “sustain lifesaving aid” to poor Nigerians
The World Food Programme (WFP) said over 182 million dollars (N68 billion) is needed to “sustain lifesaving aid” to Nigeria…
Edo: INEC insists on direct primary for APC; indirect for other parties
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says out of 18 registered political parties, 15 have notified their intention to conduct…
‘Quiet queen’ – Tonto Dikeh’s ex-husband celebrates white girlfriend
Nollywood actress, Tonto Dikeh's ex-husband, Olakunle Churchill sets tongues wagging as he celebrated his white girlfriend.
Wickedness! UK model invents rape claims against taxi driver
An aspiring model identified as Victoria Hoynes has been jailed for “complete fabrication” of rape claim against a taxi driver.
Goje emerges leader of North East Caucus of NASS
The North East Caucus of National Assembly has re-elected Senator Danjuma Goje as its leader.
We can’t agree: Hoffenheim show Schreuder the exit door
Hoffenheim have sacked head coach Alfred Schreuder with four games left in Bundesliga season
Lagos clears air on KWAM 1’s performance at Oniru’s coronation
Lagos state government has stated that popular Fuji musician, King Wasiu Ayinde Marshall, was not physically present to perform at…
Laos discharges last COVID-19 patient
The last COVID-19 patient in Laos has recovered from the disease and was discharged from hospital in Vientiane on Tuesday.
You are doing well – Oyetola to Osun lawmakers
Governor Adegboyega Oyetola showered praises on the leadership and members of the State's 7th House of Assembly on their anniversary…
Unity FM studio completely destroyed by fire
A fire outbreak on Monday destroyed the production studio of the Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria’s Unity FM, Abakiliki in…
Gov. Sanwo-Olu appoints Olusanya as Gbolahan Lawal’s successor
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has appointed Ms. Abi Olusanya as acting Commissioner for Agriculture.
Bishop Elijah charged with rape; victim in coma for days
Delta state police command has arrested popular Warri cleric, Bishop Elijah, over alleged rape of a 19-year-old girl, identified as…
Lagos lawmakers throw out corruption allegations against Obasa
Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa, has been absolved of all allegations of corruption leveled against…
Lagos lightning kills woman, her child “left to die”
Tony Ojukwu, the Executive Secretary, National Human Rights Commission, confirmed this on Monday.
Update on Nigerian mother who battered 2-year-old after being raped
National Human Rights Commission has gotten the babies belonging to a woman who battered and blamed her 2-year-old daughter after…
God will never forgive me if I allow direct primary – Obaseki
Governor Godwin Obaseki said God will never forgive him if he risks the lives of the people in Edo State…
2023: My dad will run for president again, says Atiku’s son
Adamu, one of the sons of former vice-president Atiku Abubakar, said his father will run for president again in 2023.
Abia governor Ikpeazu contracts coronavirus
Gov Okezie Ikpeazu of Abia State has tested positive for coronavirus.