President Yoweri Museveni, re-elected in January for a sixth term, was sworn in on Wednesday at a ceremony in the capital Kampala, which was placed under heavy security to avoid any demonstrations by the opposition, which is contesting his election. According to the official results, Mr. Museveni obtained 58%...
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By SADIQ ABUBAKAR, Maiduguri- Al Ansar Radio FM 96.1 and TV Station, Maiduguri has presented consolation prizes to winners of Ramadan Islamic Quiz organized by the radio station for the citizens of Borno State. The event took place on Tuesday at the studio of Al Ansar Radio Station, which...
Nigeria’s electricity grid has suffered a system collapse, the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) announced on Wednesday. TCN General Manager (Public Affairs), Ndidi Mbah, explained in a statement that the system collapse led to the power outage witnessed in various parts of the country. She, however, noted that the...
The Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Abdulrasheed Bawa has disclosed that the commission has so far recovered $153 million from former Petroleum Minister, Diezani Alison-Madueke. Mr. Bawa also added that 80 houses valued at $80 million were recovered from the former Minister. “There are several...
By OLA MODUPE, Lagos- The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested a former Vice Chairman of Lagos Island East Local Council Development Area, Asekun Kehinde Sakiru, for allegedly been in possession of cocaine. The NDLEA spokesman, Femi Babafemi, who confirmed the arrrest on Wednesday via a statement,...
An unknown gunmen have reportedly attacked two police stations in Akwa Ibom State in the early hours of Wednesday, killing one policeman, identified as Edogi Bassey. The officer was killed after the gunmen around 6.30 am attacked Etim Ekpo Area Command and Division. It was learnt that some portion...
Energy Capital & Power (ECP, formerly Africa Oil & Power) has announced the official confirmation of several high-profile sponsors for the fourth edition of its national energy conference, South Sudan Oil & Power (SSOP) 2021. Returning to Juba on 29-30 June 2021, and in partnership with the Ministry of...
The Police authority in Delta State have arrested five suspects responsible for vandalising NNPC pipeline installations in the state. The state’s police spokeperson, DSP Edafe Bright, who disclosed this to newsmen on Wednesday in Warri, said the suspects were Lukeman Jimoh, Shola Bimigo, Yahaya Ikane, Ebi Yeregha and Lawal...
Two people were killed and dozens wounded as Sudanese security forces dispersed a rally demanding justice for protesters killed during anti-government demonstrations two years ago, the army said Wednesday. Prime Minister Abdalla Hamdok said he was “shocked” by the killings, calling it a “crime to use live bullets against...
By CALLISTUS OFFOR, Abuja- President Muhammadu Buhari in his Eid-el-Fitr message to Nigerians asked both Christians and Muslims to unite and jointly pray against tragic incidents of kidnapping and banditry. He also called for practices that promote brotherhood and forgiveness noting that unity and solidarity among all citizens is...
The Streaming service Netflix’, has acquired exclusive rights toOne Lagos Night’, a film produced by Nigerian filmmaker, Ekene Som Mekwunye, and scheduled to be released on May 29. Netflix, Inc. is an American over-the-top content platform and production company, with headquarters in Los Gatos, California. The company’s primary business...
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has deployed a special patrol team to all busy roads in Kuje Area Council in Abuja to ensure free flow of traffic during Eid el-Fitr celebration. The Unit Commander, Mr Eugene Nwabuike, told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Wednesday in Kuje...
IBRAHIM AHMED, Kaduna- The police authority in Kaduna State has assured the people of the state of its readiness to promptly respond to distress calls during the Eid-el-Fitr celebration. The State’s Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), ASP Muhammad Jalige, who disclosed this in a statement made available to NATIONAL...
The Nigerian Agip Oil Company (NAOC) on Wednesday confirmed an oil leak from its Idu oilfields at Egbebiri settlement within Biseni in Yenagoa LGA in Bayelsa, resulting in its shutdown. It was gathered that the cause of the leakage, according to the Joint Investigative Visit (JIV) report on the...
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) says the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has no excuses not to use the electronic direct transmission of results in the 2023 general elections and other future polls. In a statement by the National Publicity Secretary of the party, Kola Ologbondiyan, explained that the...
President Muhammadu Buhari has acknowledged the series of assistance the European Union, EU, has been rendering Nigeria, including humanitarian and trade relations. The President made the appreciation at State House, Abuja, while receiving in a farewell audience, the Ambassador and Head of the EU delegation to Nigeria and ECOWAS...