What is popularly referred to as the “turn by turn” syndrome is a very Nigerian political affliction. It just requires that the political baton of leadership and pre-eminence be periodically passed from region to region, ethnicity to ethnicity and perhaps faith to faith. Perhaps it is now time to...
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A perception is now rampant that Nigerian political leadership is hungry for a generational change. We are fed up of the old guard of politicians and ‘politics as usual’. Enough of people in their late 60s, 70s and even 80s who just will not give way and allow a younger generation to ascend the ladder of national leadership.
Dangote Petroleum Refinery has announced another increase in the price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), raising its ex-depot rate to ₦1,245 per litre, as global oil markets react to escalating tensions in the Middle East. The latest adjustment, disclosed in a notice to fuel marketers on Friday, represents an...
Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East are reshaping Africa’s energy supply chain, as several countries on the continent look to Nigeria’s Dangote Petroleum Refinery to cushion the impact of disrupted fuel imports. The ongoing standoff involving Israel, the United States, and Iran has placed the Strait of Hormuz—one of...
Troops of Operation Safe Haven have destroyed suspected terrorist hideouts and recovered arms during a fighting patrol in Yankari forest and surrounding areas of Alkaleri Local Government Area of Bauchi State. Security sources, according to Zagazola Makama, said the operation was carried out at about 5:30 p.m. on March...
Sokoto State Governor, Ahmed Aliyu, has reaffirmed the critical role of journalists in strengthening democracy and promoting accountability, describing them as indispensable partners in the pursuit of good governance. The governor made this known on Thursday night while hosting members of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Sokoto State...
Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umar Zulum, has cut short his visit to Saudi Arabia to console with victims of the recent triple suicide attacks in Maiduguri. Governor Zulum on Thursday visited the victims receiving treatment at the University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital (UMTH) and the State Specialist Hospital,...
National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Kabiru Turaki, has called on Nigerians to embrace peace and remain vigilant in safeguarding the nation’s democracy as the country approaches a critical political transition. Turaki made the appeal shortly after the Eid-el-Fitr prayers, stressing the importance of unity, tolerance, and...
Federal Government of Nigeria has moved to dispel growing concerns over its recent agreement with the United Kingdom, clarifying that the deal strictly applies to Nigerians who do not have legal rights to reside in the UK. According to the government, the arrangement does not in any way require...
Vice President Kashim Shettima, Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum, joined thousands of muslim faithful to observe the Eid prayers at Ramat Square, Maiduguri. The two prayers were observed peacefully at the main Eid ground and other prayer grounds across the state under tight security, marking the end of the...
Wayne Rooney has caught attention in football circles after admitting he has “never seen” Neymar as a “top, top player” on the level of Lionel Messi or Cristiano Ronaldo. The former England captain made the comment on The Overlap, talking about players he sees as part of football’s absolute...
Real Madrid have been handed a worrying injury setback ahead of their Champions League clash, with Thibaut Courtois now expected to miss the tie against Bayern Munich. According to Fabrizio Romano, the Belgian goalkeeper is dealing with a muscle problem that could keep him out for a few weeks....
Cristiano Ronaldo will not be part of Portugal’s squad for next week’s friendly games as he continues to recover from injury. According to Fabrizio Romano, discussions between Al‑Nassr and Portugal’s backroom staff led to the decision to prioritise the forward’s full recovery over playing in the friendlies. The cautious...
Dr Emmanuel Ulayi has been inducted into the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations, (NIPR). Ulayi was inducted as a member of the prestigious institute alongside 481 other prominent Nigerians at the Bolingo Hotels, Abuja on Thursday. The inductee, a journalist with over 25 years experience worked with many notable...
Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Professor Joash O. Amupitan, SAN, has called on the Commission’s nationwide workforce and the Nigerian public to translate the discipline of the Holy Month of Ramadan into a renewed commitment to electoral integrity. In a special Eid-el-Fitr message issued from the...
Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani has extended warm felicitations to the Muslim Ummah in the state, Nigeria, and across the world on the occasion of Eid-el-Fitr, marking the successful completion of the holy month of Ramadan. In a goodwill message, the governor expressed gratitude to Almighty Allah for granting...
The current state visit of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to the United Kingdom is, by every ceremonial standard, a spectacle of prestige. From the stately reception to the banquet hosted by King Charles III at Windsor Castle, from the polished motorcade to the guard of honour, the pageantry was...
Prominent chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Senator Ifeanyi Araraume, has extended warm felicitations to Muslims in Nigeria and globally on the joyous occasion of Eid-el-Fitr. In a statement, Araraume acknowledged the significance of Eid-el-Fitr, marking the end of Ramadan, a period of spiritual reflection, fasting, and devotion....
Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum on Thursday night paid an unscheduled sympathy visit to victims of the recent bomb blasts receiving treatment at the University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital (UMTH) and the State Specialist Hospital (General Hospital) Maiduguri immediately in his arrival to Maiduguri from Saudia Arabia Kingdom for...
Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum, has conveyed his heartfelt congratulations to the Muslim Ummah in the state on the occasion of Eid-El-Fitr marking the successful completion of the month-long Ramadan fast. Ramadan offered the opportunity for the Muslim faithful to renew their faith, boost spiritual depth, charitable giving and...
National Association of Seadogs (Pyrates Confraternity) has called for an immediate overhaul of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) deployment system, urging authorities to stop posting corps members to states plagued by insecurity. In a statement on Wednesday, the association’s Cap’n, Dr Joseph Oteri, warned that worsening insecurity across...