Headlines Today Wednesday, 29th March 2023

Ex-Imo State Governor, Emeka Ihedioha, Withdraws From PDP Guber Primary

Former Imo state governor, Emeka Ihedioha has announced his withdrawal from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP)’s governorship primary in Imo state. Ihedioha was screened and cleared a few days ago by the PDP to contest the party’s primary ahead of the November 11 governorship election in the state. However, in a letter dated March 27, […]

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Sanwo-Olu Removes 50% Slash On State-Owned Buses After Election

The Lagos government has revealed its plans to discontinue the fifty percent reduction in the fares of the buses owned by the state. The directive was announced in a statement released on Tuesday by the Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA). On February 8, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, the Lagos state governor, announced a fifty percent reduction […]

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I Was Supposed To Be An Entertainer, But My Parents Forced Me To School — Adeleke

The Governor of Osun State, Ademola Adeleke, has revealed that his parents forced him to go school because left to him, he was supposed to be into entertainment. Speaking on News Central TV in an interview on Tuesday, Adeleke said, “I love music. I love dancing. In fact, I was supposed to be into entertainment […]

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Police Rescue 13 Kidnapped Victims, Recover Ammunition In Kogi

Operatives of Kogi State Police Command attached to the Quick Response Unit have rescued eleven males, two females who were kidnapped at a hotel in Eleite area of the state along Ajaokuta Road on March 25, 2023. The development was sequel to the order by the Commissioner of Police, CP Akeem Yusuf, that efforts must […]

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One Out Of Three Suspects Arrested For Gang-Rape In Adamawa

The Adamawa State Police Command has arrested one out of three members of a syndicate that allegedly gang-raped two girls in Sangere village, Yola South local government area. A statement released by the police spokesperson, SP Suleiman Nguroje, says the suspect, Bello Abdullahi, 30, who is a Vigilante member and two others now at large […]

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Those elected on Labour Party’s platform won’t defect — Abure

The National Chairman of the Labour Party, Julius Abure, on Tuesday, stated that no newly elected National Assembly members under the party would defect to other parties. Speaking in Abuja after meeting with members of the National Assembly-elect, the chairman noted that the party would make a difference in deepening the nation’s democracy. ‘ ‘The […]

Those elected on Labour Party’s platform won’t defect — Abure

NYSC at 50: FG hails corps members on national development

The Federal Government has commended the National Youth Service Corps, NYSC, for its contribution in diverse areas to the overall development of the country, noting that its existence has been a strong tool for socio-economic development and national unity in its 50 years of existence. The Minister for Youth and Sports Development, Mr Sunday Dare […]

NYSC at 50: FG hails corps members on national development

EPL: He has ambition – Iwobi on Osimhen joining Man Utd, Chelsea, Arsenal

Super Eagles star, Alex Iwobi, has confirmed that his international teammate, Victor Osimhen, has an ambition to play in the English Premier League, EPL, amid reports linking him to Manchester United, Chelsea and Arsenal. Iwobi, who currently plays his club football at Everton, confirmed that Osimhen, a Napoli striker, asked him about the Premier League. […]

EPL: He has ambition – Iwobi on Osimhen joining Man Utd, Chelsea, Arsenal

Abia: PDP to challenge declaration of Alex Otti winner of guber election

The Abia State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Working Committee and the enlarged State Executive Committee on Tuesday decided to go to court to challenge the result of the Abia Governorship election which declared the Labour Party candidate, Alex Otti as winner, especially in six Local Government Areas where the BIVAS machines were […]

Abia: PDP to challenge declaration of Alex Otti winner of guber election

EPL: I’m very sorry – Son Heung-Min apologies to Conte

Tottenham Hotspur forward, Son Heung-min, has apologised to manager Antonio Conte over his exit from the club. Tottenham had on Sunday confirmed Conte’s departure ‘by mutual consent’. Spurs immediately appointed Cristian Stellini as caretaker manager until the end of the season. Before Conte’s exit from Tottenham, the Italian had hit out at the club’s players, […]

EPL: I’m very sorry – Son Heung-Min apologies to Conte

Presidential election: Nigerian govt dragged to ECOWAS

The Economic Community of West African States, ECOWAS, on Tuesday received a letter from Nigerian youths asking it to prevail on the federal government to nullify the February 25 presidential election. The youth group had stormed the ECOWAS headquarters in Abuja to protest the manner in which the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, conducted the […]

Presidential election: Nigerian govt dragged to ECOWAS

Enugu guber: Group regards LP’s call for review invitation to anarchy

The Enugu Good Governance, E-G3, a pro-democracy group monitoring electoral developments has advised the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, to ignore calls by the Labour Party, LP, to review the governorship election in which a winner has already been declared. The group noted that INEC successfully collated 17 local government councils’ results of the March […]

Enugu guber: Group regards LP’s call for review invitation to anarchy

Nasarawa guber: PDP alleges destruction of election documents, accuses INEC Of flouting court orders

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has alleged that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) Nasarawa State Office refused to obey the court order directing the Commission to allow the legal team of the party to inspect documents used during the 18 March 2023 governorship election in the state. In a statement on Tuesday, the Secretary […]

Nasarawa guber: PDP alleges destruction of election documents, accuses INEC Of flouting court orders

We Trained Nigerian Doctors For ‘Next To Nothing’, Yet They Show Commitment – Ngige

The Minister of Labour and Employment, Chris Ngige has revealed that medical doctors in Nigeria are trained for next to nothing, as they are made to pay an average of N48,000 per section as fees in public tertiary institutions. Ngige went further to reveal that was not the situation in Europe and America where most […]

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No breath of fresh air under Marinez – Bruno Fernandes disagrees with Cristiano Ronaldo

Manchester United star Bruno Fernandes has disagreed with Cristiano Ronaldo’s claim that there is a breath of fresh air in the Portugal national team. Portugal sacked Fernando Santos as their manager after World Cup Roberto Martinez stepped in his place. Santos and Ronaldo, his ‘friend’ clashed at the World Cup after the coach decided to […]

No breath of fresh air under Marinez – Bruno Fernandes disagrees with Cristiano Ronaldo

EPL: It’s not over – Aguero warns Arsenal about City’s chances of winning title

Manchester City legend Sergio Aguero has warned Arsenal that his former club will fight ‘until the final minute of the final match’ to win the Premier League title. Arsenal are currently 8 points ahead of Manchester City in the Premier League table although Pep Guardiola’s side have a game in hand. The Gunners are hoping […]

EPL: It’s not over – Aguero warns Arsenal about City’s chances of winning title

Cash Scarcity Eases As Banks Raise Withdrawal Limits

Reports from multiple bank officials show that Deposit Money Banks (DMBs) are set to raise their cash withdrawal limits from the current N20,000-N50,000 range to over N80,000-N100,000, to help bank branches to tackle naira scarcity and lingering queues in some cities across the country. Recall the Central Bank of Nigeria had on Friday last week […]

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Domestic Staff To Die By Hanging For Killing 89-Year-Old Grandma, Daughter

A domestic staff, Joseph Ogbu, was sentenced to death by hanging by a Lagos State high court on Monday for the murders of his employer, Adejoke John, 89, and her daughter, Oreoluwa, at their house in the Surulere area of the state. The verdict was delivered by Justice Modupe Nicole-Clay after she found that the […]

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EPL: He’s a lion – Saha reacts to comparison between Ronaldo, Garnacho

Former Manchester United striker Louis Saha has said that it was wrong to compare youngster Alejandro Garnacho to Al-Nassr superstar Cristiano Ronaldo. The 18-year-old Garnacho has emerged as one of the rising talents at Old Trafford since joining from Atletico Madrid for £420,000 in 2020. He has made a couple appearances for the Red Devils […]

EPL: He’s a lion – Saha reacts to comparison between Ronaldo, Garnacho

EPL: Chelsea identify Graham Potter’s possible replacement as manager

Chelsea have identified recently sacked manager Julian Nagelsmann as the possible replacement for under-performing Graham Potter. The Blues now want to rival Tottenham to appoint the former Bayern Munich man in the summer if Potter fails to meet their expectations. Tottenham want to appoint Nagelsmann as a replacement for recently sacked Antonio Conte. But the […]

EPL: Chelsea identify Graham Potter’s possible replacement as manager

PDP Replaces Ayu, Names Acting Chairman

The national leadership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has replaced its suspended National Chairman Iyorchia Ayu with one of his deputies, Amb Umar Damagum. Damagum, who was the Deputy National Chairman, will take over as acting chairman pending the determination of the substantive suit restraining Ayu from parading himself as National Chairman. READ MORE: Court […]

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Fire Erupts In Building At Balogun Market, Lagos

Fire has engulfed a five-storey building at the popular Balogun Market in Lagos State. According to a video of the incident which had gone viral on social media showed smoke billowing from the structure. But the incident has been put under control by emergency responders. READ MORE: Fire Guts Three-Storey Building In Balogun Market (VIDEO) “The […]

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Abia INEC returning officer, Nnenna Oti receive heroic welcome in FUTO

The staff and students of Federal University of Technology, FUTO, Owerri, on Tuesday gave Professor Nnenna Oti a hero’s welcome back to the institution. Oti, the current Vice chancellor of FUTO, was the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, Returning Officer for Abia State governorship election. In a video circulating online and obtained by DAILY POST, […]

Abia INEC returning officer, Nnenna Oti receive heroic welcome in FUTO

Only Draculas Suck Blood, Oral Sex Unsafe During Menstruation — Gynaecologists Cautions

Experts in Obstetrics and Gynaecology have cautioned against engaging in oral sex during women’s menstrual period, describing it as unsafe and could lead to multifaceted infections. Though some online platforms have claimed that the practice is safe, the experts warned that not everything on the internet was factual and accurate. According to them, such practice […]

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“Some Ex-BBNaija Ladies Come To Me For Hook-Ups – White Money

Big Brother Naija season 6 winner, Hazel Oyeze Onou, popularly known as Whitemoney has claimed some of his female colleagues only come to him for hookup. The reality star made this known during the latest episode of the Honest Bunch podcast with Nedu Wazobia and crew. White Money alleged that some female BBNaija stars ask […]

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Broke People Should Stay Away From Relationships — Deyemi Okanlawon

Nollywood actor, Deyemi Okanlawon, has revealed that poor people have no business getting into a relationship. The actor made this known via a tweet on Tuesday, claiming that if one is not yet financially buoyant, it is wise to take a vacation from a “serious” relationship and focus on developing oneself. Deyemi wrote,” If you’re […]

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He’s the best player – Van der Vaart names Dutch star who’s like Messi

Former Real Madrid playmaker Rafael van der Vaart has compared ex-Barcelona ace Memphis Depay to veteran forward Lionel Messi. Depay failed to score what would have only been a consolation goal as Netherlands were demolished 4-0 by France in the Euro 2024 qualifying game at the weekend. Depay, who left Barcelona for rivals Atletico Madrid […]

He’s the best player – Van der Vaart names Dutch star who’s like Messi

LaLiga: Vinicius Junior rejects Real Madrid’s offer to take Hazard’s no.7 shirt

Real Madrid forward Vinicius Junior has rejected the club’s no.7 shirt. The Brazil international has been reportedly offered the shirt for the 2023-24 season but the he is not interested in wearing the iconic shirt, The Brazilian wears the no.20 shirt for Los Blancos while former Belgium international, Eden Hazard is currently holding the no.7. […]

LaLiga: Vinicius Junior rejects Real Madrid’s offer to take Hazard’s no.7 shirt

Kwara guber: Gov Abdulrazaq, Deputy, others receive certificates of return

The last general elections will go down in the political history of the country as one of the finest elections ever conducted in Nigeria. The Independent National Electoral Commissioner for Kwara, Kogi and Niger states, Professor Sanni Muhammed Adam, declared this in Ilorin, Kwara State capital on Tuesday while presenting certificates of return to the […]

Kwara guber: Gov Abdulrazaq, Deputy, others receive certificates of return

‘I work for Tinubu, we own Nigeria’ – Portable resists police arrest

There was a mild drama between the Nigeria Police and controversial singer, Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, on Tuesday. The ‘Zahzooh’ crooner took to his Instagram page to share a live video of himself resisting arrest from the men of the force who stormed his wine bar. In the video, the singer was seen […]

‘I work for Tinubu, we own Nigeria’ – Portable resists police arrest

Seven internet fraudsters arrested in Abuja

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Tuesday arrested seven suspected internet fraudsters. EFCC made this known in a tweet on Tuesday. The commission identified the suspects as, Peter Omega Awupri, Philip Okonkwo, Emeka Okonkwo and Williams Chukwu. Others include Stephen Anthony, Edobor Osas, and Adetola Sunday, were arrested in Gwarimpa, Abuja following credible […]

Seven internet fraudsters arrested in Abuja

Presidential election: Group reacts as call for Interim National Govt intensifies

The Patriots in Defense of Democracy, a political pressure group, has described as condemnable and unpatriotic calls by some persons for the establishment of an Interim National Government against a democratically elected one. Donald Ayibiowo, the Co-Convener of the group, said this on Tuesday in Abuja while speaking with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) […]

Presidential election: Group reacts as call for Interim National Govt intensifies

Whitemoney apologizes to Victoria Inyama, Doyin, others over comments against women

Big Brother Naija reality show winner, Hazel Oyeze Onou, popularly known as Whitemoney, has apologized for his demeaning comments about women. Recall that the reality star came under heavy fire after he insinuated that no woman is above a man’s league as long the man is wealthy. His comment elicited outrage from ladies most notably […]

Whitemoney apologizes to Victoria Inyama, Doyin, others over comments against women

Reps pass bill for FG to take over Dave Umahi University of Medical Sciences

The House of Representatives has passed a bill seeking to convert the Dave Umahi University of Medical Sciences to a federal government-owned university. The bill, sponsored by Chinedu Oga, was considered by the Committee of the Whole and passed. The passage followed the adoption of the recommendations of the House Committee on Tertiary Education and […]

Reps pass bill for FG to take over Dave Umahi University of Medical Sciences

Real Madrid: Favourite manager to replace Ancelotti as coach revealed

Former Paris Saint-Germain and Tottenham Hotspur boss, Mauricio Pochettino is reportedly leading the race to succeed Carlo Ancelotti as the next Real Madrid manager. According to journalist Jorge C Picon, Pochettino is in pole position ahead of the club’s legend Raul as Real Madrid draws up a list of candidates who could replace Ancelotti in […]

Real Madrid: Favourite manager to replace Ancelotti as coach revealed

Boko Haram Bomb Maker, ‘Awana Gaidam’ Killed By Own Bomb In Sambisa Forest

A chief bomb-maker and a high-ranking member of the Boko Haram terrorist group, Awana Gaidam, has been killed by his own Improvised Explosive Device (IED). According to counter insurgency expert in the Lake Chad region, Zagazola Makama, said the bomb struck his vehicle along Njumia and Arra in the Sambisa forest, on March 27, killing […]

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BREAKING: Ihedioha withdraws from Imo PDP governorship primaries, gives reason

Emeka Ihedioha, former Governor of Imo State, has announced his withdrawal from the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Governorship Primaries. The development was contained in a letter addressed to the National Chairman of the party. Ihedioha, who severs as governor of the state for seven months before the Supreme Court announced Hope Uzodimma as winner of […]

BREAKING: Ihedioha withdraws from Imo PDP governorship primaries, gives reason

NASS elections: Gov Ortom finally accepts defeat, withdraws case from tribunal

Benue State Governor, Samuel Ortom has finally accepted the outcome of the Benue North West Senatorial election which took place on February 25. DAILY POST recalls that Ortom of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP who is expected to complete his second term in office on May 29, contested for the senatorial position but lost the […]

NASS elections: Gov Ortom finally accepts defeat, withdraws case from tribunal

Championship: Balogun returns to action for QPR after injury layoff

Leon Balogun has made his highly anticipated return for Sky Bet Championship club, Queens Park Rangers after a lengthy injury layoff. The centre-back has been sidelined since sustaining a calf injury in QPR’s 2-1 home defeat to Huddersfield Town in November 2022. Balogun featured for 45 minutes in QPR’s Development Squad 2-0 win against Birmingham […]

Championship: Balogun returns to action for QPR after injury layoff

Senate passes bills to extend implementation of 2022 budget

The Senate on Tuesday at its plenary passed two bills seeking to extend the implementation of capital components of the 2022 Appropriation bills until June 30. Senate resolution followed presentation of the two bills, sponsored by Sen.Gobir Abdullahi (APC-Sokoto). The two sponsored bills were: Bill for an Act to amend the 2022 Appropriation Act and […]

Senate passes bills to extend implementation of 2022 budget

Xiaomi Launches Redmi Note 12 Series in Nigeria Inspiring Users to “Live Vivid”

Redmi Note 12 Series continues to bring flagship-exclusive features to upper-mid range devices, redefining photography, and overall user experiences. Lagos, Nigeria, March 28th, 2023 – Xiaomi today announced the highly anticipated Nigeria release of Redmi Note 12 Series at a launch event held at the Lagos Marriott Hotel in Ikeja. Available for the Nigerian market are […]

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BREAKING: Cash crunch: NLC, TUC extend strike ultimatum by two weeks

The leadership of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress (TUC) have extended their strike ultimatum it earlier issued the federal government for two more weeks, following consultations with their affiliate unions over the cash crunch policy. The decision was announced on Tuesday, after a meeting with the National Executive Council members. Recall […]

BREAKING: Cash crunch: NLC, TUC extend strike ultimatum by two weeks

LaLiga: Lionel Messi’s friend in race to take over from Ancelotti as Real Madrid manager

Marcelo Gallardo, a friend of PSG ace Lionel Messi is reportedly in contention to take over at Real Madrid in the event of manager Carlo Ancelotti’s departure. Ancelotti is said to be heading to Brazil to become their next head coach, following the resignation of Tite last December. The Italian’s contract at the Santiago Bernabeu […]

LaLiga: Lionel Messi’s friend in race to take over from Ancelotti as Real Madrid manager

Senate Presidency: Kalu visits Buhari, reveals intention

Ahead of the 10th National Assembly inauguration, Senator Orji Uzor, representing Abia North Senatorial District on Tuesday said he has formally informed President Muhammadu Buhari of his intention to contest for Senate Presidency. Kalu, who personally posted his visit to the Villa on his verified Twitter handle, said he has shown President Buhari his Certificate […]

Senate Presidency: Kalu visits Buhari, reveals intention

Zone Senate presidency to South-south – APC national vice chair, Lukman

The All Progressives Congress (APC), National Vice Chairman for North-west, Comrade Salihu Lukman has called on the leadership of the party to zone the position of Senate president to the South-south. Lukman in a statement issued Tuesday said the Senator Abdullahi Adamu-led National Working Committee (NWC) needs to become more aggressive in driving the process […]

Zone Senate presidency to South-south – APC national vice chair, Lukman

PDP crisis: ‘I will fight you till I leave office’ – Wike mocks Ayu after removal

Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike has ridiculed the embattled former National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, Iyiorchia Ayu, following his suspension from the party by the Benue State branch of the PDP. Wike, who spoke on Tuesday (today), during the commissioning of the first phase of the Trans-Kalabari road in Degema Local Government Area […]

PDP crisis: ‘I will fight you till I leave office’ – Wike mocks Ayu after removal

Anti-Igbo comments: MC Oluomo will pay if found guilty – Lagos Deputy Gov, Hamzat

The Lagos State government has disclosed what awaits a staunch supporter of the President-elect, Bola Tinubu, Musiliu Akinsanya, popularly known as MC Oluomo, if he is found to have broken the law during the just-concluded elections. The Deputy Governor of Lagos State, Obafemi Hamzat, said MC Oluomo must pay if he is found guilty of […]

Anti-Igbo comments: MC Oluomo will pay if found guilty – Lagos Deputy Gov, Hamzat

Anti-Igbo remarks: Onanuga, Fani-Kayode not speaking for Tinubu – Okechukwu

Osita Okechukwu, the director-general of Voice of Nigeria, VON, has said Femi Fani-Kayode and Bayo Onanuga are not speaking for president-elect Bola Ahmed Tinubu. According to Okechukwu, the inciting and tribal sentiments being shared by these people does not reflect the position of Tinubu, who he, [Osita] claimed to know very well. Following the conclusion […]

Anti-Igbo remarks: Onanuga, Fani-Kayode not speaking for Tinubu – Okechukwu

2023 election shows Nigeria no longer operating democracy – Sam Amadi

The Director of the Abuja School of Social and Political Thoughts, Dr. Sam Amadi has said the outcome of the 2023 general elections showed that Nigeria is no longer practicing democracy. Amadi disclosed this at the 2nd Ariyo Dare-Atoye memorial series, themed: “Is Nigeria a democracy? Reflection on the 2023 general election”, held recently in […]

2023 election shows Nigeria no longer operating democracy – Sam Amadi

Omeruo thrilled to make 60th Super Eagles appearance in win against Guinea-Bissau

Leganes defender, Kenneth Omeruo has celebrated his 60th appearance for the Super Eagles. Omeruo was in action in the Super Eagles 1-0 win against Djurtus of Guinea-Bissau on Monday night. It was a memorable occasion for the centre-back, who captained the former African champions in the game. Omeruo made his debut for the Super Eagles […]

Omeruo thrilled to make 60th Super Eagles appearance in win against Guinea-Bissau

Ekiti SUBEB orders establishment of functional libraries in public primary schools

The Ekiti State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) has directed head teachers of public and primary schools in the state to ensure that they have functional libraries in their schools. The Head teachers are to post instructors from their existing staff to serve as Teachers/Librarians who would properly supervise the libraries. Executive Chairman of the […]

Ekiti SUBEB orders establishment of functional libraries in public primary schools

Tinubu’s victory confirms Nigerians like him – Orji Kalu

Senate Chief Whip, Orji Kalu has said Bola Tinubu’s victory at the presidential election was an affirmation of Nigerians’ likeness. The Senator made the remark on Tuesday in a congratulatory message to the President-elect on his 71st birthday. Kalu described Tinubu as a selfless, genuine and positive-minded statesman with passion for growth, progress and development […]

Tinubu’s victory confirms Nigerians like him – Orji Kalu

Ebonyi: Court grants APGA, PDP ex-parte order to inspect INEC results

The Governorship and House of Assembly Election Petition Tribunal sitting in Abakaliki, Ebonyi State, on Tuesday granted an ex-parte order, for the independent National electoral commission, INEC, to allow Prof. Benard Odoh and Ifeanyi Chukwuma Odii to inspect all sensitive electoral materials that led to the declaration of Francis Nwifuru as a winner. Prof. Odoh […]

Ebonyi: Court grants APGA, PDP ex-parte order to inspect INEC results

Oil Exploration in Nasarawa will lead to greater prosperity – Buhari declares

President Muhammadu Buhari on Tuesday declared that the discovery and drilling of oil in Nasarawa State would lead to greater prosperity for Nigerians and enhance overall energy security for the country. In his virtual message to the official spud-in of the Ebenyi-A Well located in the Middle Benue Trough, in Obi Local Government of Nasarawa […]

Oil Exploration in Nasarawa will lead to greater prosperity – Buhari declares

Give Senate presidency to south south for equity, justice – Group

The South South Solidarity Group has claimed that among the entire geopolitical zones of the country, the region remains very marginalised. Coordinator of the group, Ikpen Ilefa in an interview in Calabar maintained that since the Second Republic of President Shehu Shagari, the zone which had late Dr Joseph Wayas as Senate President, has not […]

Give Senate presidency to south south for equity, justice – Group

APC to effect religious balance in Senate Presidency zoning – Senator Musa

Ahead of the inauguration of the 10th Senate, Sani Musa, the Senator representing APC Niger East, on Tuesday claimed that the National Executive of the All Progressives Congress, (APC) will address the issue of religious balance in the zoning formula for presiding officers. Senator Musa who made the claims while fielding questions from journalists, said […]

APC to effect religious balance in Senate Presidency zoning – Senator Musa

Orji Uzor Kalu meets Buhari over Senate President ambition

Chief whip of the Senate and Senator representing Abia North, Orji Uzor Kalu, on Tuesday, met with President Muhammadu Buhari, at the Presidential Villa, where he intimated him of his ambition to become Senate President in the 10th Assembly. He, however, revealed that the President didn’t give him an automatic endorsement but exhibited a favourable […]

Orji Uzor Kalu meets Buhari over Senate President ambition

Provide palliatives for traders affected by election violence – Ohanaeze to Sanwo-Olu

A chieftain of the Igbo socio-political organization, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Okechukwu Isiguzoro, has urged Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu to provide palliatives for Igbos attacked in Lagos State. Following the victory of the Labour Party, LP, presidential candidate, Peter Obi in Lagos State, some markets populated by Igbos were burnt down, with goods worth millions destroyed. However, Isiguzoro […]

Provide palliatives for traders affected by election violence – Ohanaeze to Sanwo-Olu

Kano APC calls for calm as party calls for guber results review

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kano State has called on its members and supporters to remain calm and be law-abiding no matter the outcome of their request for the review of the March 18 gubernatorial elections by the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC. The State Commissioner for Information and internal affairs, Malam Muhammad Garba, […]

Kano APC calls for calm as party calls for guber results review

Ayu’s suspension illegal– PDP PCC Spokesperson, Aniagwu

Mr Charles Aniagwu, the spokesperson for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Presidential Campaign Council (PCC), in Delta State says the purported suspension of the party’s National Chairman, Dr Iyorchia Ayu is illegal. Aniagwu said this in a statement on Tuesday in Asaba, insisting that those behind the suspension were ignorant of the provisions of the […]

Ayu’s suspension illegal– PDP PCC Spokesperson, Aniagwu

Senate President felicitates President-elect Asiwaju Tinubu @71

President of the Nigerian Senate, Dr Ahmad Ibrahim Lawan has felicitated the President-elect, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, on his 71st birthday. Lawan joins his family, associates and millions of admirers in Nigeria and across the globe to rejoice with the Jagaban Borgu on this auspicious occasion. In his congratulatory message, the Senate President described Asiwaju […]

Senate President felicitates President-elect Asiwaju Tinubu @71

Politicians steal mandate, forge certificates, then ask for prayers to succeed – Fr Kelvin

Fr Kelvin Ugwu, a Nigerian missionary priest working in Gambia has criticized the country’s leaders for seeking prayers from the masses after they had stolen the people’s mandate and suppressed others from voting during the election. Fr Kelvin expressed displeasure over the fact that politicians still had the audacity to ask people to pray for […]

Politicians steal mandate, forge certificates, then ask for prayers to succeed – Fr Kelvin

We train Nigerian Doctors for free, at N48,00 per session, yet no commitment – Ngige

Minister of Labour and Employment, Chris Ngige has said medical doctors in Nigeria are trained for next to nothing, as they are made to pay an average of N48,000 per section as fees in public tertiary institutions. Ngige said that was not the case in Europe and America where most of them run to for […]

We train Nigerian Doctors for free, at N48,00 per session, yet no commitment – Ngige

Why Tuberculosis kills silently – Federal govt warns

As the globe marks World Tuberculosis day, the Federal Ministry of Health has highlighted reasons patients of Tuberculosis die silently. Olajumoke Adebari, an Assistant Director of Advocacy, Communication, and Social Mobilization unit of the national Tuberculosis program, said the disease kills silently because those infected delay in carrying out tests and treating it appropriately. She […]

Why Tuberculosis kills silently – Federal govt warns

I want to make heaven – Bode George reveals why he won’t attend Tinubu’s swearing-in

A former Deputy National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Bode George, has said he will not attend the inauguration and swearing-in ceremony of Bola Tinubu, the president-elect. During an interview with Arise TV, the elder statesman was asked if he would oblige and show up at the inauguration of Bola Tinubu if the […]

I want to make heaven – Bode George reveals why he won’t attend Tinubu’s swearing-in

Ekiti Gov Oyebanji appoints Adetunbi Chief Economic Adviser

Governor Biodun Oyebanji of Ekiti State has approved the appointment of Senator Olubunmi Adetunmbi as Chief Economic Adviser to the Government. In a statement by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Media, Mr Yinka Oyebode, the appointment of the two-term Senator, representing Ekiti North Senatorial District, takes immediate effect. Senator Adetunmbi, however, will not […]

Ekiti Gov Oyebanji appoints Adetunbi Chief Economic Adviser

Ramadan: Yobe govt relaxes working hours for civil servants

Governor Mai Mala Buni of Yobe State has approved the adjustment of official working hours in the public service in the holy month of Ramadan. This is contained in a circular titled: “ADJUSTMENT OF OFFICIAL WORKING HOURS DURING THE MONTH OF RAMADAN”, with reference number GO/S/HOS/GEN/3/V.V 27th March, 2023; signed by Engr. Isyaka Alhaji Lawan […]

Ramadan: Yobe govt relaxes working hours for civil servants

“I’m Looking For A Man To Marry Me” – 16-Year-Old Girl Cries Out In Kano

An unnamed 16-year-old girl in Kano State has expressed how eager she is to get married. The girl, who just finished her secondary school, claimed that she made the decision to go public and express her thoughts to the world in the hopes that she could be fortunate enough to find a partner. READ ALSO: […]

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Anti-Igbo remarks: He’s not even Lagosian – Bode George slams Bayo Onanuga

Bode George, an elder statesman and chieftain of the main opposition Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, has slammed Bayo Onanuga, a spokesman to the president-elect, Bola Tinubu, over his anti-Igbo comments. George said he is surprised that Onanuga is speaking for Tinubu after making some derogatory and inciting comments on social media, which he described as […]

Anti-Igbo remarks: He’s not even Lagosian – Bode George slams Bayo Onanuga