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Dangote donates N8bn as IBB rakes over N16bn from book launch

Michael Adesina

1 year ago

The President and Chief Executive of Dangote Industries Limited, Aliko Dangote, has donated N8 billion to the Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida…

Crackdown begins! Lagos targets drivers with concealed Number Plates, fake VINs

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 year ago

Sola Giwa, Special Adviser to the Governor on Transportation, declared that the reckless defiance of traffic laws through these infractions…

Oyo Prince secures land, prevents relocation of Federal College from Iresa-Adu

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 year ago

However, Prince Adebayo, a UK-based philanthropist and founder of the Iresa Royal Foundation, intervened and purchased the required hectares of…

“I didn’t say that” – Ex-military governor tackles Bisi Akande over Bola Ige

Ayorinde Oluokun

1 year ago

Former Military Governor of Old Western State Retired Brig.-Gen disputes claim of former Osun governor, Bisi Akande on late Bola…

World Bank team assesses Lagos’ e-Government Procurement system

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 year ago

During the visit, the World Bank team witnessed a live demonstration of the e-GP system by Agency officials and assessed…

I was outflanked, June 12 election was suspended without my permission – Ibrahim Babangida

Michael Adesina

1 year ago

"I knew I was caught between ‘a devil and the deep blue sea’!! From then on, the June 12 elections…

Lokoja varsity students threaten to block highway over fatal accidents

Ayorinde Oluokun

1 year ago

Benjamin Timothy, FUL President, Student Union Government, SUG, who made the threat during the procession at the Falele Campus, Lokoja,…

Tension in Senate as Akpabio attempts to kick out Sen. Natasha (video)

Michael Adesina

1 year ago

A dramatic scene unfolded in the Nigerian Senate on Wednesday as Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan (PDP, Kogi Central) clashed with the…

Katsina to pay N1bn counterpart funding for Yar’Adua varsity Teaching Hospital

Ayorinde Oluokun

1 year ago

The funding aims to facilitate the full commencement of the MBBS program at the institution.

FG refutes approving Lagos-Abuja bullet train project

Ayorinde Oluokun

1 year ago

It is pertinent to note that the proponent of the story, Geofocus Consortium held a meeting with the Federal ministry…

I regret annulling June 12 election, Abiola truly won – Ibrahim Babangida

Michael Adesina

1 year ago

Former Military President Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida, also known as IBB, has publicly expressed regret over the annulment of the June…

Nigeria’s story incomplete without IBB – Jonathan

Paul Dada

1 year ago

He said with IBB's book, an immense contribution to the documentation of the country’s rich history, had been made.

100 days in office: Oba of Benin hails Okpebholo, delivers damning verdict on Obaseki

Ayorinde Oluokun

1 year ago

The monarch said this in a congratulatory message to Okpebholo on his attainment of 100 days in office. The Monarch,…

Flag Foundation mourns Adebanjo, Clark

Ayorinde Oluokun

1 year ago

The FFN boss added that Pa Adebanjo and Chief Clark were not only exceptional statesmen, but were not afraid to…

Tinubu appoints Chairman, members for National Assembly Commission

Paul Dada

1 year ago

Like the chairperson, members of the Commission shall hold office for a renewable term of five years.

Sanwo-Olu sympathises with journalist Abatan over wife’s death

Paul Dada

1 year ago

Governor Sanwo-Olu while mourning the passing of Mrs. Abatan, who died at the age of 58 on Tuesday after a…

Imo man caught ‘selling naira’ in his shop jailed

Ayorinde Oluokun

1 year ago

Nwachukwu was arrested on February 9, 2024 by members of the Special Task Force of the Economic and Financial Crimes…

APC withdraws from Osun LG poll

Paul Dada

1 year ago

A copy of the letter obtained on Thursday in Osogbo, stated that APC would not participate based on the Feb.…

OAU to immortalise worker killed by lion

Paul Dada

1 year ago

Temerigha identified lack of awareness and training, non-compliance with safety regulations, hazardous work environments, fatigue and human error, and poor…

We’ll sustain onslaught against bandits in Katsina — COAS

Paul Dada

1 year ago

“Our core responsibility as soldiers is to defend Nigeria, and within that ambit, it is important for us to eliminate…

10 Ibadan fraudsters jailed!

Paul Dada

1 year ago

Besides their sentences, all the convicts forfeited items recovered from them that include money, phones and a Lexus 350 car…

U.S. denies USAID involvement with Boko Haram

Paul Dada

1 year ago

He challenged anyone with evidence of misappropriation to present it, saying it would be thoroughly investigated in collaboration with Nigerian…

Obasa denies stockpiling weapons in office

Paul Dada

1 year ago

Obasa, a six-term lawmaker, made this known in a personally signed statement in Lagos on Thursday. He described the allegation…

Katsina Hisbah bans nightclubs

Paul Dada

1 year ago

He stated that nightclub owners must shut down their establishments to curb immoral practices, protect societal values, and address security…

U.S. Air Force ‘ll target terrorists across Africa – General

Paul Dada

1 year ago

Hecker said that the U.S. was willing to collaborate with African air forces, not only by way of security support,…

NMDPRA says local refineries met 50 percent national consumption requirement in February

Ayorinde Oluokun

1 year ago

He added in the statement that “As a company primarily responsible for ensuring energy security in Nigeria, if there were…

Wahab, Mudi Africa inspire Boys with discipline Mantra at LBCI workshop

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 year ago

Addressing the participants, Wahab encouraged them to rise above their circumstances, remain disciplined, and stay committed to their goals.

Umahi flags off mega dualization of Benin-Abuja Highway

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 year ago

Speaking at the event in Ekpoma, Esan West Local Government Area of Edo State, Umahi reaffirmed President Bola Tinubu’s commitment…

Atiku, Obasanjo, others hit Abuja as IBB prepares to unveil ‘truth’ about June 12 crisis

Michael Adesina

1 year ago

Interestingly, Babangida had previously expressed doubts about Nigerians finding his book inspiring due to misconceptions about his leadership.

Tinubu appoints Danjuma Ismaila to lead Nigeria’s Premier Aviation College

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 year ago

Dr Ismaila earned a degree in Physics from Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, in 1989 and later obtained a Postgraduate Diploma…

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