President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed profound sorrow over the tragic incident at the Children’s FunFair in Ibadan, which resulted in the loss of numerous young lives and left many injured. The President extended his heartfelt condolences to the Government and people of Oyo State, as well as to the grieving families who have lost Read More…
Nigeria
Kemi Adeosun reacts to controversy surrounding Badenoch’s comments on Nigeria
In the wake of the controversy sparked by Kemi Badenoch’s recent comments about Nigeria, former Nigerian Finance Minister and British citizen, Kemi Adeosun, has voiced her opinion on the matter. Adeosun, who resigned from her position in 2018 amid a certificate scandal, took to her Facebook page to share a picture with the caption, “Leave Read More…
Nigerian Navy SBS: Courage Under Fire on Zamfara’s “Devil’s Road”
In a tale of extraordinary bravery and tactical brilliance, a 2021 mission by five operatives of the Nigerian Navy Special Boat Service (SBS) in Zamfara has been brought to light. The mission, described as a perilous reconnaissance along the infamous Zamfara-Katsina road — nicknamed the “devil’s road” — showcased the SBS’s resolve against insurmountable odds. Read More…
UNESCO World Philosophy Day holds at UNIZIK
By Maxim Uzoatu The 2024 UNESCO World Philosophy Day is the rave of the moment today, Thursday, December 12 at the Department of Philosophy, Faculty of Arts, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State. The personable Host and Head of Department of Philosophy, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Prof Ifechi Ndianefoo calls forth the enlightened public to the Read More…
Abuja Airport disrupted as Allied Air cargo plane skids off runway
The Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja experienced significant disruption on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, after an Allied Air cargo plane skidded off the runway. The incident led to the temporary closure of the airport, causing widespread flight delays and cancellations. According to reports, the plane, with registration number 5N-JRT, veered off the runway during Read More…
Between Babalola & Farotimi
Much ado about a book! There will always be hawks and doves on both sides. It is at such times that I appreciate the admonition of Gordon B Hincklrey: “A small publication that came to me some years ago carried the following: ‘Once a man who had been slandered by a newspaper came to Edward Read More…
Liberation of Almajiris
“Out of the 251 million Almajiris worldwide, 163 million are from Africa with Nigeria accounting for over 30 million. It is estimated that about 81 percent of almajiris in Nigeria are domiciled in the northern states where they have become part of the landscape. Tons of newspaper pages and countless hours of TV and radio Read More…
Amnesty International alleges police brutality during protests, demands justice
A new report by Amnesty International accuses Nigerian police of using excessive force during August’s protests against the soaring cost of living, resulting in at least 24 deaths. The protests, branded as #10DaysOfRage, were the largest nationwide demonstrations since the EndSARS movement in 2020. According to the 34-page report, Amnesty International gathered evidence from eyewitness Read More…
Former Kogi Governor Yahaya Bello arrested by EFCC over N80.2 billion fraud allegations
In a significant development, former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello has been arrested by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over allegations of money laundering, breach of trust, and the misappropriation of N80.2 billion. The arrest marks a turning point in the EFCC’s pursuit of the former governor, who has evaded arrest for months Read More…
Supreme Court victory: Lagos reclaims control over lotteries and gaming
In a landmark ruling, the Supreme Court of Nigeria has reaffirmed the constitutional authority of state governments to regulate lotteries and gaming activities within their jurisdictions. This decision nullifies the National Lottery Act, marking a significant victory for Lagos State and a step towards true federalism. The case, identified as Suit No. SC/1/2008, was brought before Read More…