The Senior Special Assistant to Gov. Ifeanyi Okowa on Agriculture, Mr Aneke Ifemeni, has assured that the state will become Nigeria’s major coconut producing hub. Ifemeni, who made this known while speaking with journalists on Monday in Asaba, also assured coconut farmers that coconut business has come to stay...
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CHATROOM, a film depicting the effect of gender-based violence in Nigeria, has debuted in Lagos with a call to promote gender advancement. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that CHATROOM, premiered on Sunday night was inspired by true life events laced with comedy. It tells the inspiring story...
Legal icon and elder statesman, Chief Afe Babalola, says an interim government should replace the current administration at the expiration of President Muhammadu Buhari tenure in 2023. Babalola told a news conference in Ado-Ekiti on Monday that the interim government should be in office for six months to chart...
The 36 states of the federation have warned the Federal Government not to tamper with funds accruing to them and the 774 local government councils under the guise of satisfying an alleged $418 million London/Paris Club Loan refund-related judgment debts. The states said they were not parties to any...
By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja – A Group, Progressive Lawyers for Prof. Yemi Osinbajo has raised an alarm over the recruitment of mercenaries against the Vice President sequel to his declaration to run for the office of the President in 2023. The Group’s Convener, Dr. Kayode Ajulo in a statement...
Over 463 houses in three local government areas in Cross River have been destroyed by windstorm, in addition to the 1,326 households worst affected by the the effects of the windstorm. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the affected local government areas were; Obudu, Yala and Ogoja....
The Abuja Environmental Protection Board (AEPB) says it may lockdown some government offices, hotels, Plazas and other business premises due to debts owed the board. The Director of AEPB, Mr Osilama Briamah, made the disclosure in a statement, on Monday in Abuja. Brianah explained that the measure was coming...
The management of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has expressed optimism for a hitch-free examination scheduled for May. The board made this known in its Weekly Bulletin of the Office of the Registrar on Monday, in Abuja. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that JAMB had...
A former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Prince Bola Ajibola once described his then Special Adviser, Yemi Osinbajo as a “miracle worker” following his hardwork and astute performance in the delivery of assignments given him. In a special ‘Thank you’ letter written by the former Attorney-General,...
Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodimma has expressed optimism that the state will overcome its current travails. The governor’s Media Adviser, Oguwike Nwachuku, in a statement said that Uzodimma gave the assurance in his Easter message at the St. Rose of Lima Catholic Parish, Ozuh Omuma, Oru East Local Government...
By SADIQ ABUBAKAR, Maiduguri – Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum has felicitated with christians in the state and rest of Nigeria on the ongoing Easter festival. Zulum, in a statement by his spokesman, Malam Isa Gusau, called on citizens to pray and deeply reflect on key messages of the...
The Anglican Bishop of Kaduna Diocese of Anglican Communion, Rt Reverend Timothy Yahaya, has criticized President Muhammadu Buhari for not doing enough to tackle insecurity and other socio-economic challenges confronting the nation. Speaking during the Easter church service held at the Saint Michael’s Anglican Cathedral in the Kaduna State...
The National Oil Spills Detection and Response Agency (NOSDRA) has confirmed an oil leak from a 12-inch Benisede-Brass Creek Delivery Line at Peretuorugbene in Bayelsa. The Director-General of of the agency, Mr Idris Musa, confirmed the incident on Sunday in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN)...
By SADIQ ABUBAKAR, Maiduguri – At least 100 Boko Haram/Islamic State of West Africa Province (ISWAP) terrorists, including 10 key commanders have been killed by Troops of the Multinational Joint task Force (MNJTF) in Lake Chad region. The Chief of Military Public Information for MNJTF, Col. Muhammad Dole, in...
The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP), says it has rescued 65 victims of alleged human trafficking in Niger Republic. NAPTIP’s Zonal Commander in charge of Kano, Mr Abdullahi Babale, made this known in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Sunday...
An Ilorin-based legal practitioner, Mr Kayode Olorunleke, has advised Nigerian youths to get their Permanent Voters Card (PVC) ready for the 2023 general elections and stop lamenting over national challenges on social media. Olorunleke, who gave the advice in Ilorin on Saturday in an interview with the News Agency...
BY ANKELI EMMANUEL, Sokoto – Catholic Bishop of Sokoto Diocese, Bishop Matthew Hassan Kukah has criticized the inability of President MUhammadu Buhari led administration to tackle the rising wave of insecurity bedeviling the country. Bishop Kukah noted that if genuine and urgent actions to halt the ever increasing degree...
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has warned motorists in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) against using Google map while driving, saying it should be set before driving. It also warned against messaging, typing and listening to music with phone while on the wheel. Mr Aliyu Ahmad, the Root...
By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja – The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has called on President Muhammadu Buhari to urgently withdraw the pardon recently granted to former governors of Plateau and Taraba states, Joshua Dariye and Jolly Nyame respectively, serving jail terms for corruption. SERAP urged Buhari to use...
Osinbajo prays for restoration of peace, prosperity in Nigeria as Christians celebrate Easter Sunday
Osinbajo prays for restoration of peace, prosperity in Nigeria as Christians celebrate Easter Sunday
By DAVID IORJA, Abuja – As Christians in Nigeria join other faithful worldwide to celebrate Easter Sunday, Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, SAN, has assured Nigerians of the restoration of peace and a more prosperous future for all regardless of current challenges. Prof. Osinbajo stated this today in a chat with...