Author: Ayorinde Oluokun
Kano governor flags off payment of N6bn gratuity, death benefits
No fewer than 6, 000 pensioners benefitted from the first phase of the settlement programme, which Governor Yusuf said will…
Nine night travellers burnt in Oyo auto crash – FRSC
Oyo FRSC Sector Commander, Joshua Adekanye said the accident which occurred on Saturday involved a trailer and a truck at…
‘How 3 Oyo traditional rulers died in road crash on way to funeral’
An eyewitness, Mr Samuel Oloruntoba said the deceased the traditional rulers were of Odogbo, Bowula, and Ayetoro communities in Orire…
Torture: Court orders police to pay Rivers traders Victor Ogbonna N3bn
The Court, presided by Justice Stephen Daylop-Pam, gave the order in its ruling on a fundamental human rights suit filed…
Tinubu can’t satisfy all Nigerians – Yakasai
In a statement he personally signed and made available to our correspondent on Saturday, Yakasai insisted that President Tinubu is…
Claim that Tinubu presented ’empty budget box’ to lawmakers baseless, mischievous – Doguwa
Doguwa, who is the chairman of the Northern Caucus of House of Representatives members added that, "what people don't know…
African Catholic Bishops, Archbishops affirm opposition to coups
The Association of Bishops and Archbishops in Africa said it was against coup d’etat because the Catholic Church’s teachings reject…
Nigeria unveils National HIV/AIDS strategic plan
The documents show the Nigerian government’s commitment towards ending the Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS) epidemic by 2030.
Reps threaten NCAA management with sack for ‘hiding’ IGR
Faleke accused the NCAA management of depriving the nation of its financial responsibility by hiding the amount of revenue it…
Senate urges FG to stop statutory allocations of LGAs under unelected officials
The Senate passed the resolution after the lawmakers adopted a motion on “Urgent need to halt the erosion of democracy;…
Babangida’s ex-spokesman, Kassim Afegbua joins Edo governorship race
Afegbua who want to run on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC), assured that he would “seamlessly reposition…
‘How Police resisted gunmen who attacked Kogi INEC’s REC residence’
The police chief revealed that the gunmen attacked the residence of Longpet around 3.00 a.m. early Friday morning.
Nigeria making progress towards ending HIV/AIDS by 2030 – Minister
Speaking on the theme of the 2023 commemoration, which is “Let Communities Lead,” Alausa listed some of the achievements of…
Shettima pledges FG’s support for Anambra on ecological challenges, industrial growth
The Vice President also noted that Anambra state has emerged as a critical pillar in Nigeria’s economic future.
“We’re in difficult period, but just be peaceful,” Fubara urges Rivers people
He urged the Kalabari people to continue to live in peace even after the burial of their late king, adding…
Qualifying exams militating against girl education in Kano – Traditional leader
Alhaji Mua'azu maintained that qualifying examinations are the major factor militating against girls' education in Kano state.
Slain Ogun Director of Finance buried, Governor declares 1-week mourning
Oyekanmi was shot dead on official duty by armed robbers who attacked him on the Kuto flyover in Abeokuta on…
Sarkin Fulani, 2 others bag life jail for kidnapping in Kwara
After listening to the convicts’ allocutus, the judge said: “By Section 15 of the state Anti Kidnapping Law, the court…
Senate Leader Bamidele faults 2024 Budget
The Ekiti lawmaker also noted that the total fiscal operations of the Federal Government would result in N9.8 trillion deficit,…
Bayelsa gov. election: Suit seeking to disqualify Diri stalled
The suit was filed less than nine days before the Nov. 11 governorship election by a Bayelsan woman, Blessing Clement…
Guard of ex-Gambian president Yahya Jammeh gets life in jail for murder
The Celle court convicted him for his role in the murders of at least three of Jammeh’s opponents, including journalist…
A budget prioritising Nigerians
Addressing a joint session of the National Assembly on the 2024 Federal budget proposal on Wednesday in Abuja, President Tinubu…
Abiodun visits family of Ogun finance director killed by armed robbers
By Adejoke Adeleye/Ogun Ogun governor, Dapo Abiodun has assured the family of Mr. Taiwo Oyekanmi, the Director of Finance and…
Kwankwaso to Gov. Yusuf: Stop wasting taxpayers’ money sponsoring protests
By Maduabuchi Nmeribeh/Kano A chieftain of the All Progressive Congress (APC) in Kano, Dr. Ilyasu Musa Kwankwaso has urged the…
CSOs in Rivers table 7-point demand before CP Disu
he demands were presented to the Commissioner of Police during a courtesy visit by the Executives of RIVCSO to his…
Customs uncovers 975 ammunition rounds inside bags of rice in Ogun
By Adejoke Adeleye, Ogun Operatives of Nigeria Customs Service of Nigeria have intercepted 975 ammunition rounds inside bags of rice…
Dignitaries join Obasanjo to celebrate wife, Bola, at 70
Bola Obasanjo turns 70 on the 29th of November 2023
Diri presents N480.9bn 2024 budget to Bayelsa Assembly
Presenting the appropriation bill christened: "Budget of Sustainable and Shared Prosperity," Governor Diri recalled that in October 2023, the assembly…
Ogun lawmakers demand reduction of tuition fees
He explained that though the institutions might have the compelling need to increase their fees to meet their pressing needs…
Edo 2024: Betsy Obaseki urges women lawyers to join politics
The First Lady stressed the importance of capable women taking up roles in the political arena, emphasizing that their involvement…