Author: Ayorinde Oluokun
2023 elections: Why PDP won easily, overwhelmingly in Rivers – Fubara
Fubara spoke when members of IPAC in Rivers led by its Chairman, Ambassador Desmond Akawor, paid him a courtesy visit…
Bode Sowande, 10 others longlisted for $100, 000 Nigeria Prize for Literature
The winner of the prize, which is sponsored by the Nigeria Liquefied Natural Gas (NLNG) and expected to be announced…
Tinubu’s seven wonders in seven weeks
In the seven weeks he has been in the saddle at the Presidential Villa, President Tinubu has made those who…
Ogun tribunal: What WAEC said about Gov. Abiodun’s certificate
The examination council had earlier been subpoenaed by the tribunal to produce a copy of Dapo Abiodun’s 1978 WAEC certificate…
Rivers: Fubara receives AIG Ben Okolo, makes promises
Fubara said vehicles and other logistical support will be provided for the security agencies to carry out their work effectively…
Jigawa governor appoints Deputy Chief of Staff, REB secretary
Governor Namadi also approved appointment of Bar. Auwalu Yakubu as Board Secretary of the State Rural Electrification Board (REB).
Kano govt. lobbies development partners for revamp of education sector
During the visit to the Smart School in Tarda, Alhaji Umar Haruna maintained for Kano to catch up with the…
NEC endorses massive deployment of CNG-powered vehicles
Speaking after deliberations on the presentation, Shettima said “we will also pursue vigorously, the mass deployment of CNG-powered vehicles and…
Tribunal admits evidence on alleged discrepancies in Ben Kalu’s credentials
The documents were tendered by the Labour Party Candidate in the February 25 National Assembly poll in Bende Federal Constituency…
Kano: Police comb criminal hideouts, nab 92 suspects
By Maduabuchi Nmeribeh/Kano Kano state Commissioner of Police, Mohammed Usaini Gumel, on Thursday, led a squad of battle-ready police men…
Tribunal: PDP subpoena witness tenders Mbah’s NYSC documents, others
Ude also tendered Mbah’s final clearance letter after completing his NYSC programme, among others.
Fuel subsidy removal: NEC announces palliative measures
States are urged to initiate police to tackle the cost of transportation among others.
Three suspects arrested over murder of Bolt Driver in Abuja
Also, the CP said the command had arrested a scavenger over alleged abduction of a three-year-old boy in Nyanya area…
Nigerian troops kill many terrorists, bandits
In the North East, he said troops of Operation Hadin Kai neutralised some terrorists, arrested high-profile terrorist collaborators in Mafa,…
Army impounds truck with adulterated diesel worth N14m in Rivers
According Brigadier General Effiong who also doubles as Commander Sector 3 Operation Delta Safe, the suspects abandoned the truck and…
Jigawa governor Namadi makes new appointments
Moreso, the Governor also approved the appointment of Haruna Mairiga as the new Executive Secretary, Jigawa State Emergency Management Agency…
E.S. Olarinde and Afe Babalola University
She has ensured that Afe Babalola university is linked to diverse institutions of higher learning both within Africa and beyond.
SDGs: FG commits to strengthening Nigeria’s food system
Convener, United Nations Forum on Sustainable Standards, UNFSS, Dr Sanjo Faniran, noted that food systems transformation is non-negotiable.
Nigerian troops intercept truckload of Indian hemp being smuggled from Ghana
He explained that the troops acted on a tipoff and conducted stop-and-search operations on Ajilete Road in Yewa South Local…
“I am clean of doping violation charge” – Tobi Amusan declares
Tobi set the current world record of 12.12 seconds for Women’s 100m hurdles at the 2022 World Athletics Championships held…
Subsidy removal: Aremu urges FG to widen scope of negotiation
Petrol price went up on Tuesday, sparking outcry by many motorists who were still battling with the earlier increase that…
Plateau crisis: Troops arrest over 1,000 cows, sheep grazing on farmlands
Communities in Mangu LG of Plateau State have witnessed incessant attacks from gunmen suspected to be herdsmen in the past…
Women’s World Cup will win over sceptics, says Infantino
The ninth edition of the Women’s World Cup runs from July 20 to Aug. 20.
Nasarawa Assembly crisis: Ogazi, Balarabe factions fail to reach agreement
Ogazi send a text message that the meeting ended in a deadlock and expressed hope that they will meet again…
Exchange rate: TETFUND mulls suspension of foreign scholarship
The Executive Secretary of the fund, Mr Sonny Echono made this known at a public hearing on alleged missing N2.3…
AIU charges Tobi Amusan with doping test violation
Tobi Amusan announced the shocking development in a post on her Instagram page early Wednesday morning.
Tinubu: APC reacts to tweet by notorious fake news vendor Jackson Ude
APC maintained that Tinubu won the Feb. 25 presidential election without a doubt.
US Coast Guard undertakes peer review of Nigerian maritime domain
Dr. Jamoh also declared the readiness of NIMASA to cooperate with the US Coast Guard team to close all identified…
Nigeria Police Academy to introduce courses in education, other areas
"The institution was transformed into a degree award institution in 2013. Since then, the Academy has passed out four sets;…
IBB’s family excited over renaming of Women Centre after Maryam
Alhaji Mohammed Babangida, first son of the deceased former First Lady, relayed the family’s gratitude on Tuesday in Abuja during…