President Bola Tinubu has announced the appointment of Ayo Sotinrin as the new managing director of the Bank of Agriculture. According to the presidency, the appointment of Sotinrin was with immediate effect. The presidency further explained that the new appointee was coming with an extensive and diverse background because of his experience that cut across … Read more
A pro-democracy, United Democratic Coalition (UDC), has called on President Bola Tinubu to, as a matter of urgency, declare a State of Emergency in Zamfara State. The group citing the security situation of the state said the breakdown of democratic order in Zamfara warrants the proclamation of a State of Emergency. In as statement issued … Read more
The shareholders of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited have approved the names and portfolios of the new management team of the company that would be submitted to the Corporate Affairs Commission. The move is in line with the provisions of the Petroleum Industry Act. The submission of the names of the new NNPC management … Read more
Agege, Lagos state – On Wednesday, April 2, Sheikh Muhammed Habibullah Adam El-Ilory, the proprietor of Markaz Arabic and Islamic Training Institute, Agege, in Nigeria’s southwest Lagos state, made a Facebook Live video. In the over 1 hour video watched by more than 118,000 people, the cleric, commonly called Mudirul Markaz, claimed that Nigerian Muslims … Read more
FCT, Abuja – The Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has been accused of allegedly attempting to manipulate Nigerians through false claims. The Forum of Economic Rights Activists (FERA) said Obi’s criticism of President Bola Tinubu’s government reforms lacked substance. The President of the group, Dr. Moses Okino, said Obi failed to offer viable … Read more
Nigerian content creator and human rights activist Adebowale Adedayo, popularly known as Mr Macaroni, has reacted to allegations of former First Lady Patience Jonathan detaining 15 domestic workers since 2019 over missing jewellery. He described the news as painful and wondered if the former first lady was aware that the domestic workers were still in … Read more
In preparation for a befitting burial for the late renowned leader of the Ijaw Nation, Pa Edwin Kiagbodo Clark, the Burial Committee paid a visit to suspended Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, at his private residence in Port Harcourt on Friday. Led by Chairman Chief Dumo Lulu-Briggs, the delegation included National President of the … Read more
The Labour Party (LP) has announced the indefinite suspension of its Anambra 2025 governorship primary election, which was originally scheduled for Saturday, April 5, 2025. Naija News reports that the suspension follows the long-awaited verdict from the Supreme Court on Friday afternoon, which ousted the national chairman of the Labour Party, Julius Abure. The Court … Read more
Ebonyi state – Gunmen suspected to be kidnappers have reportedly abducted Governor Francis Nwifuru’s aide, Mrs Blessing Adagba, in Ebonyi state. Until her kidnapping, Adagba was the coordinator of Ngbo Central Development Centre in the Ohaukwu Local Government Area of the state. As reported by The Punch, the development centres were created in local governments … Read more
The Sole Administrator of Rivers State, Rtd Vice Admiral Ibokette Ibas, has called for legislative support to ensure the success of his administration’s key initiatives, particularly those focused on infrastructure development, security, and socioeconomic growth. Ibas made the appeal on Friday when the Senate Committee on Works, led by Senator Barinada Mpigi, paid a courtesy … Read more
The Administrator of Rivers State, Vice Admiral (Rtd) Ibok Ete Ekwe Ibas, has solicited requisite legislative backing that will enable his administration to achieve the enunciated programmes of action. Such programmes, he said, include ensuring uninterrupted socioeconomic activities and the provision of vital infrastructure that will support societal and economic growth, boost productivity, facilitate access … Read more
FCT, Abuja – The United States Mission in Nigeria said it is following the Edo election appeal process closely. The United States reaffirmed its commitment to supporting free, fair, transparent, and credible elections. This was disclosed in a statement issued via its X handle @USinNigeria on Friday, April 4, 2025. The US embassy said it … Read more
In an announcement made on Friday, UEFA confirmed that Kylian Mbappe and Antonio Rudiger would serve a suspended one-game ban for breaching the organization’s “basic rules of decent conduct” during their exuberant celebrations. The suspension will be in effect for a probationary period of one year, meaning any further violations during that time could result … Read more
Despite the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) halting the recall process of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, constituents from Kogi Central have vowed not to back down. They argued that INEC’s validation of 208,132 signatures—43.86% of the registered voters—was sufficient proof that the district has lost confidence in her. Natasha’s camp hails INEC In a statement signed … Read more
Nigerian activist and lawyer, Deji Adeyanju has stated that President Bola Tinubu will fund the Obidient movement in 2027. He also claimed that Tinubu will encourage former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi to ignore the proposed coalition and run solo again in 2027. Adeyanju insisted that President Tinubu would not allow the coalition being … Read more
Popular Anambra native doctor, Chidozie Nwangwu, also known as Akwa Okuko Tiwara Aki, has appeared before the State High Court in Awka, Anambra State capital, on Friday. He arrived at the court at 10:56 am, alongside two others, accompanied by operatives of the Anambra State security outfit, Agunechemba. Nwangwu, who appeared before Justice Jude Obiora, … Read more
Sokoto state, Nigeria – There is palpable tension in Sokoto state following rumours of protest over the recent killings of 16 hunters in Uromi, Edo state of Nigeria, by local hunters in the state. Reports making the rounds on Friday, April 4, disclosed that most business areas occupied by non-indigenes, especially the Igbos in Sokoto … Read more
Governor Charles Soludo has received clearance to contest in the April 5 governorship primaries of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) in Anambra State. Soludo, who is seeking a second term in office, had earlier obtained both the Expression of Interest and Nomination forms of the party and underwent the screening process conducted by the … Read more
With less than 24 hours to the All Progressives Congress (APC) gubernatorial primary in Anambra State, a governorship aspirant has announced his withdrawal. Naija News reports that this was disclosed in a statement on Friday evening by the National Publicity Secretary of the APC, Felix Morka. The APC spokesperson revealed that Chukwuma Umeoji informed the … Read more
The immediate past Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Ltd, Mr Mele Kyari on Friday officially handed over the baton of leadership to his successor, Mr Bayo Ojulari. His hand over as the GCEO marks the end of an illustrious career at the NNPC, which started in 1991. In a brief … Read more