Nigerians in 11 states, plus FCT receiving N30,000 artisan grant – Presidency
Lekki shooting: The dead will disturb you – Burna Boy tells Buhari, Sanwo-Olu, Army in new song
The new Burna Boy song on the Lekki shooting “20:10:20” has been well-received. The track censured the military attack on End SARS protesters at the Lekki toll gate. Famous for human rights abuses, the disbanded Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS), te…
US to experience rare Halloween Blue Moon
The United States is about to experience a rare full moon in Halloween for the first time in 76 years. According to CNN, the sky will be illuminated by a full moon- a rare Hallows’ Eve treat that happens only about once every 19 years. It is also be…
We were forced to repel the attack on our training school after a 4-hour dialogue failed -Customs
No palliatives stored in any NYSC camp — DG
Director General of the National Youth Service Corps, Brigadier General Shuaibu Ibrahim has stated that palliatives are not stored in any of their camps across the country. He said this when the Inspector-General of Police, Mohammed Adamu, visited t…
COVID-19: Full reopening of worship centres subject to protocols— Ogun govt
The Ogun State Government on Friday clarified its position on the full re-opening of worship centres in the state, saying it is still subject to full observance of all COVID-19 protocols and guidelines. The government stated that while churches and …
NBA writes Buhari over alleged violation of federal character principle at Nigeria Copyright Commission
The Nigerian Bar Association, Bori branch in Rivers State, has called on President Muhammadu Buhari to intervene in the alleged violation of federal character principle at the Nigeria Copyright Commission, NCC. The branch chairman, Ledum Finor- Puen…
Fire guts petrol tanker in front of Ogun governor’s office
A truck loaded with about 50,000 litres of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) had caught fire in front of the Governor’s Office, Oke Mosan, Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital, on Saturday. It was learnt that the tanker was coming from Forte Oil, Ijora and was…
Palliative looters were pushed by hunger, says Iretiola Doyle
Actress, Iretiola Doyle has opened up on the recent lootings taking place in several states in Nigeria. The renowned role interpreter shared her opinion on the raging issue via her Twitter handle saying the looters did it because they were starving.…
Canada extends ban on international travelers
Canada has extended its restriction on non-essential international entries until the end of November as Coronavirus cases continue to rise. The North American nation has, however, eased quarantine rules for some cut-off Canada-US border communities.…
100 villages have been captured, taken over by Fulani militia – Southern Kaduna people
The Southern Kaduna Peoples Union, SOKAPU, has cried out against the continuous attacks on its people by suspected Fulani militias, resulting in the loss of several lives. The forum in a statement issued by its spokesman, Luka Binniyat, said that Ad…
Man Utd vs Arsenal: Arteta seeks first Gunners’ win in 14 years
Arsenal manager, Mikel Arteta, has said their trip to Manchester United on Sunday, is the “perfect scenario” to get their Premier League season back on track. The Gunners are currently 11th on the log, after back-to-back defeats to Manchester City a…
Kidnapped Oyo LG boss regains freedom
The caretaker chairman of Iganna Local Council Development Area of Oyo State, Mr Olayiwola Adeleke, has regained freedom. Adeleke was freed with his driver who was also kidnapped on Sunday night. The Police Public Relations Officer in Oyo State, Mr …
Igbo believe in one Nigeria, says Sen Okorocha
Former governor of Imo State, Senator Rochas Okorocha has said that the South East region of the country believes in one Nigeria. Sen. Okorachi who spoke to journalists after a meeting of South East leaders in Enugu, maintained that the whole Ndigbo…
Every good leader should have sleepless nights after watching looting videos – Yul Edochie
Actor and politician, Yul Edochie has averred that videos showing Nigerians looting should give any good leader sleepless nights. Edochie noted that those looting videos shows “Nigerians are dying of hunger” and leaders who watch them should be “wor…
Police arrest Sergeant who shot girlfriend
The Lagos State Police Command said it has detained the cop who allegedly shot his ex-lover, Joy Eze, at Opebi, Ikeja. The suspect, Sergeant Eze Aiwansone, attached to the Special Protection Unit (SPU) Base 16, Ikeja, was alleged to have shot the vi…
"I felt I was going to die there" - British-Nigerian who witnessed the Lekki toll gate shootings narrates horrifying experience (VIDEO)
#EndSARS: Arise, AIT, Channels escalated violence – Buhari group
The Buhari Media Organisation (BMO) has lauded the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) for sanctioning three broadcast media stations for their coverage of End SARS protests. A statement on Friday by the Chairman, Niyi Akinsiju and the Secretary…
Buhari laments deaths of pupils, others in Enugu crash
President Muhammadu Buhari on Friday, expressed sadness over a vehicle accident that claimed lives, including those of pupils of Presentation Nursery and Primary School in Mgbowu, Awgu Local Government Area of Enugu State. Buhari’s condolence messag…
WTO DG: Don’t allow Trump to frustrate Okonjo-Iweala, Obiano tells Buhari
The Anambra State Governor, Willie Obiano, has urged President Muhammadu Buhari and other African leaders, not to allow US President Donald Trump to frustrate Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala’s bid to emerge as the next Director-General of the World Trade Org…
#EndSARS: IGP replies Amnesty, says policemen didn’t shoot protesters
The Inspector-General of Police, Mohammed Adamu, has rejected reports by global rights organisation, Amnesty International, that police officers shot at #EndSARS protesters. He described Amnesty’s report of October 21, 2020, that police personnel sh…
Barcelona suffer major injury blow ahead of Alaves clash
Barcelona have confirmed that centre-back, Ronald Araujo, has suffered a hamstring injury on his right leg ahead of their La Liga clash against Alaves this weekend. Araujo, 21, sustained the injury during Barcelona’s away Champions League 2-0 victor…
Why strike has not ended, ASUU reveals
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has blamed the Federal Government for frustrating efforts to resolve issues that resulted in the ongoing strike embarked upon by the lecturers. ASUU National President, Prof Biodun Ogunyemi, stated thi…
UK govt nabbed lying over links with FSARS
The UK government has been caught lying over its links with the disbanded Nigerian police unit, Federal Special Anti-Robbery Squad (FSARS). The lie was exposed, thanks to the persistence of British-Nigerian MP Kate Osamor, who forced the government…
COVID-19: Nigeria’s economy too fragile for fresh lockdown, says Buhari
President Muhammadu Buhari says Nigeria’s economy is too fragile for fresh COVID-19 lockdown. The President, therefore, urged Nigerians to obey all protocols recommended by health authorities to curtail the spread of the lethal coronavirus. Buhari, …
Lekki shootings: Soldiers used blank ammunition – Ex-Army spokesman, Usman
Former Director Army Public Relations, Brigadier General Sani Usman on Thursday claimed that Military personnel who shot protesters at Lekki toll gate used ‘blank ammunition. Usman in an interview with Arise News said the blank ammunition used to di…
#EndSARS: Minister’s palliatives not diverted, mischief makers inciting citizens – Onyeama’s aide
Mr. Flavor Eze, the Personal Assistant to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr. Geoffrey Onyeama has described as spurious and unfounded, claims that he diverted Federal Government palliatives meant for the people of Enugu State. The claim was made b…
Fani-Kayode reacts as United States rejects Okonjo-Iweala’s appointment as DG WTO
Former Minister of Aviation, Femi Fani Kayode has reacted to the US opposition to the appointment of Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala as the Director General of the World Trade Organisation, WTO. Recall that although the organisation had decided that Okonjo-…
CBN releases guidelines for N75bn youths investment fund
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has released guidelines for the implementation of the proposed N75 billion Nigerian Youth Investment Fund (NYIF). CBN, in a statement by its Development Finance Department, stated that the fund would be used effecti…
Eid-El-Maulud: FCT Minister calls for peace, end to violence in Nigeria
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Mohammad Musa Bello, has urged his fellow Muslim brothers to shun violence and embrace peace as they celebrate Maulud Nabiyy of noble Prophet Muhammad. The FCT minister made the call in a statement…
Maulud: Ortom tasks Muslims on prayers for peace, unity
The Benue State Governor, Samuel Ortom has felicitated with all Muslims in the State and other parts of the country as they celebrate Eid-El-Maulud to commemorate the birth of Prophet Muhammad. The Governor in a statement issued by his Chief Press S…
BREAKING: Lagos schools can reopen from Monday
Private and public schools in Lagos State can reopen from Monday, November 2, 2020. The Commissioner for Education, Mrs Folasade Adefisayo, made this known in a statement on Thursday. The statement was titled, ‘LASG approves reopening of schools fro…
Ahmad Ahmad to seek second term as CAF President
Confederation of African Football (CAF) president, Ahmad Ahmad said he will seek a second term as head of Africa’s football governing body The election slated for March 2021, in Rabat, Morocco Ahmad’s reign at the helm of the continent’s football go…
Lekki Shootings: Presidency rejects Amnesty’s report
The Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Femi Adesina, has rejected the report by Amnesty International on the Lekki shootings. Adesina, who is the President’s most senior spokesman, said on Thursday that Amnesty could not have m…
WTO DG: Why we support South Korea’s Yoo – US
The United States has reiterated its support for South Korea’s Yoo Myung-Hee as the next head of World Trade Organization (WTO). Nigeria’s former Finance Minister, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, is a leading contender for the job. The WTO nominations committe…
Fire guts petrol tank, stationary trucks in Lagos
A petrol tanker has been gutted by fire in the Lacasera area of Mile 2, Lagos State. Some vehicles around the premises were also reportedly razed by the inferno on Thursday. The driver was said to be conveying the petrol to a destination in the stat…
Blame #EndSARS protests for looting of warehouses, not poverty —Femi Adesina
The Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Femi Adesina, says the looting of warehouses and shops by hoodlums was not necessarily caused by poverty but by the pandemonium that accompanied the #EndSARS protests. Speaking on Channels…
#EndSARS: Why NYSC members should undergo military training – HURIWA
The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria, HURIWA, has called on President Muhammadu Buhari and the National Assembly to enact laws allowing the National Youth Service Corps, NYSC, to embark on military training. HURIWA, a frontline activist g…
WTO: FG reacts to US position on Okonjo-Iweala
As the world awaits the outcome of the final consensus decision on the next World Trade Organisation, WTO, there are indications that Nigerian government may have started diplomatic actions to head-off opposition from the United States of America, U…
Religious leaders from 19 countries unite in prayer to overcome COVID-19
While the daily confirmed cases of COVID 19 are consistently increasing worldwide, the world religious leaders from seven major religions gathered at the online meeting for the World Interfaith Joint Prayer Conference. Approximately 600 people from …
Plateau begins prosecution of 300 suspected looters
The Plateau State Government on Wednesday begun the prosecution of over 300 suspected looters and arsonists in the state. They were accused of looting, criminal trespass and inciting public disturbance, among other charges. The suspects, who had bee…
Ganduje reinstates suspended aide who attacked President Buhari
Governor Abdullahi Umar Ganduje has ordered the reinstatement of his suspended Special Adviser on Social Media, Salihu Tanko Yakasai. Ganduje, who suspended Salihu Tanko Yakasai for attacking President Muhammadu Buhari over EndSars protests, reinsta…
I take full responsibility for everything that happened during #EndSARS violence – Sanwo-Olu
The Lagos State Government on Wednesday awarded scholarships to the children of policemen killed during the violence that trailed the EndSARS protest. The Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, announced this during his visit to the Lagos Po…
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