Author: Ayorinde Oluokun
Obaseki, former governors neglected us – Ijaw communities in Edo
Aside infrastructural development, the Ijaws in Edo says they are seldom considered for political appointment or elective positions.
Kanu’s arrest, trial will lead to death of IPOB – Nigerian Govt
Nigerian government said The Economist is correct that "the delusions of IPOB terrorists in the South-East" is one of the…
Andy Uba: Why I wept during campaign for Anambra election
Uba said the culture of poor quality road construction across the state must stop
Cross River PDP receives over 5,000 APC returnees
The returnees were from five Local Government Areas of the district, including Ogoja Yala, Obanliku, Obudu and Bekwara.
Edo to establish special courts for sexual, gender-based violence offences
This will involve building of new courthouses and a special courthouse with special judges assigned to these courts.
Osun APC Congress: Aregbesola loses out to Oyetola
The panel affirmed the results of the state congress in the absence of any petition or appeal.
VON DG Okechukwu sends message to IPOB on Kanu, 2023 presidency
Okechukwu said exploring a political solution to Kanu's problem would garner support for the South-East region’s pursuit of Nigeria’s President…
PHOTOS: Makinde, Wike, Fayemi attend Fayose son’s wedding
Governors Nyesom Wike, Kayode Fayemi, Seyi Makinde of Rivers, Ekiti and Oyo States respectively were among the dignitaries who graced…
Assault: Policemen cough up N10,000 for treatment of CSO member in Edo
EDOSCO had also forced operatives of Etete Police Division to pay N20,000 to a tricycle rider over illegal detention
Jealous Bauchi lover, Yohanna pushes girlfriend to death
Yohanna and Ruth Amos were in a romantic relationship that is blessed with two children.
Tambuwal asks FG to lift blockade of telecoms services on Sokoto
Tambuwal attributed the influx of marauders into Sokoto State to military operations in neighbouring Zamfara.
Security operatives complicit in Rivers pipeline explosions – LG Chair
Okafor Ofiebor/Port Harcourt The Chairman of Emohua Local Government Area of Rivers State, Dr Chidi Lloyd, has said security operatives…
NAF jets hit ISWAP/Boko Haram boats in Lake Chad, many killed
The operation yet again confirms high concentration of insurgent elements in the Lake Chad general area.
Exam. malpractices: Ignatius Ajuru varsity expels 2 PhD students, 1 other
Okafor Ofiebor/Port Harcourt Three Post graduate students of Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, Port Harcourt, have been expelled for engaging…
Sen. Moro urges security operatives to find missing journalist
Mr Salem, a Vanguard Reporter covering the House of Representatives, has been missing since 13 October
2023: Youth group declares support for Yahaya Bello
By Salisu Sani-Idris The Forum of 36 States and FCT Chairmen of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN) has…
Edo Court stops Orbih, 10 others from PDP Convention
The court ordered accelerated hearing of the Motion-On-Notice.
Group warns Igala politicians working against power shift to Kogi East
The group also criticized Yahaya Bello over the recent upgrading of Ebira traditional rulers into 1st and 2nd class stools…
Obaseki’s supporters stranded, like political herdsmen in PDP – Idahosa
By Jethro Ibileke A chieftain of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), in Edo state, Mr. Charles Idahosa, has said that those…
Anambra 2021: Ozigbo best candidate, says Peter Obi
Obi said the PDP candidate would revive the dilapidated road and other public infrastructure including the health sector.
#EndSARS memorial: Peaceful protest in Edo
Security operatives took over the Museum grounds venue of the protest as early as 7.30 am.
Kogi upgrades, grades 73 traditional rulers (full list)
No single stool was graded/upgraded in Idah local government area.
German Nazi war crimes suspect, 96, goes on trial
She was accused of having contributed as an 18-year-old to the murder of 11,412 people as a typist at the…
Facebook to settle U.S. employment discrimination claims with $14.25m
The case centred on Facebook’s use of the so-called permanent labour certification called the PERM programme.
One dies in Youth-Ebubeagu shootout in Ebonyi community
The incident was as a result of disagreement between the the community and Lebanese-owned Quarry Company, Conrock over revenue.
COVID-19: Kaduna Govt makes vaccination mandatory from Oct. 31
Kaduna Ministry of health had since commenced the vaccination of all civil servants, an exercise that would be completed by…
Edo APC chair attacks Gov. Obaseki
Edo APC Chairman said he would soon make details of irregularities by the Obaseki administration public.
Gov. Diri imposes curfew on Bayelsa waterways
Okafor Ofiebor/Port Harcourt Bayelsa Governor, Senator Douye Diri, has imposed curfew on the waterways in the state as part of…
Sen. Ifeanyi Uba: Why I want to visit Nnamdi Kanu
By Taiye Agbaje The senator representing Anambra South, Ifeanyi Uba, has explained why he is seeking to visit leader of…
“We don’t have chalks in our schools,” Cross River teachers lament
The teachers said they are angry at the situation and decided to join in the on-going industrial action in the…