The Minister of Health, Prof. Isaac Adewole has reaffirmed his confidence on the members of the National Tobacco Control Committee (NATOCC) as the members of the committee have conducted themselves diligently within the ambit of their statutory role which is advising the Minister. The Minister, according to a statement by …

Reactions from around the soccer world following the news that the 70-year-old businessman has been elected ahead of Hillary Clinton Donald Trump has been elected as the 45th President of the United States, pipping Hillary Clinton to the White House. How has the soccer world reacted to the election drama? …

On November 9, 2016, the 8th Senate will consider legislation to reform the administration and management of the customs and excise system in Nigeria. The bill, the Customs and Excise Management Act establishes a new Nigeria Customs Service and repeals other customs and excise legislation. The bill creates a Custom …

The Bakassi Deep Seaport project embarked upon by the Cross River State Government has received a major boost following the approval by the Federal Government through the Ministry of Transport for the procurement of a Transaction Adviser. Governor Ben Ayade dropped the hint during a retreat organized by the state …

President Muhammadu Buhari on Tuesday declared that multi-party system remains the best option in Nigeria’s democracy considering the diverse population of the country. Speaking at the commissioning of Edo State University, Iyamho, in Etsako West local government area of Edo State, President Buhari urged Nigerians to appreciate the strength in …

Leading manufacturer and Nigeria’s only total beverage alcohol (TBA) company, Guinness Nigeria Plc, has revved up its commitment to driving responsible drinking behaviour among Nigerian consumers by partnering with the National Youth Service Corps, NYSC, to deliver its innovative and trailblazing DRINKiQ training sessions to officials and corps members in …

Perhaps there is no better time than now to appeal for understanding among disparate political interests in the state, especially the Anambra North senatorial zone. This appeal becomes necessary in the light of the current scramble for the 2017 governorship position among politicians from the zone. It would doubtless be …

The founding fathers of Abia State had good reasons to initiate Abia State movement which eventually yielded the desired result in the creation of Abia State by the Babangida Administration in 1991. It took 24 years for another vital clause of their enabling charter, the Abia Charter of Equity, to …

turnpot@gmail.com 0705 263 1058 “Have they released your brother, Reuben Abati?” “As at this time of speaking (Friday, 4th November), not to the best of my knowledge” “That is serious. Don’t you think he must be having a very serious case; perhaps, running into billions of dollars?” “Haba! How much …

BY ABDULLAHI ISAH, MAIDUGURI The National Universities Commission, NUC, has granted recognition ‎to the Borno State University with approval for the commencement of academic activities, Executive Secretary, Professor Adamu Abubakar Rasheed announced before Governor Kashim Shettima on Monday in Abuja. With the approval, the Borno State University, a legacy of …

A modern e-library donated by Shell to the Port Harcourt Literary Society has opened its doors to book lovers and other literary enthusiasts. The N1.03billion library is one of the N2billion social investment projects Shell exclusively sponsored in the Niger Delta to mark Nigeria’s centenary anniversary. The others are a …

The National Assembly has identified 15 key reform strategies, including the adoption of a budget calendar which will begin with the submission of the Medium Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) by the second week in July and end with the President signing the Appropriation Bill into law by third week of …

AGENE AKHERE, Benin President Muhammadu Buhari on Monday in Benin commended outgoing Governor Adams Oshiomhole of Edo State for a job-well done, assuring him that the governing All Progressives Congress (APC) will find an important national assignment for him when he leaves office. Speaking at the Palace of the new …

Sadio Mane netted one in each half while Philippe Coutinho, Emre Can, Roberto Firmino and Georginio Wijnaldum also got on the score sheet in a sparkling Reds display at Anfield. Liverpool’s devastating front three of Philippe Coutinho, Sadio Mane and Roberto Firmino were all on target as the Reds battered …

Governor Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi of Enugu State has reiterated his administration’s commitment to embark on programmes that would develop and empower youths with entrepreneurial skills for wealth creation and self-sufficiency. Gov. Ugwuanyi spoke at the flag-off of the YUBOSS Entrepreneurship Summit organized by the Enugu State Ministry of Culture and Tourism …

In a bid to target a broader range of customers, Mercedes-Benz Vans expanded its model series with the introduction of the Mercedes-Benz X-Class pickup truck. At Stockholm, a concrete outlook was given with two concept X-class pickup trucks. The concepts were impressively designed to combine the best of both worlds. …

Sole Rebels Founder, Bethlehem Alemu, Zaron CEO Oke Maduewesi and GQ UK Editor, Dylan Jones, have been announced among the MasterClass Facilitators for the GTBank Fashion Weekend scheduled for the 12th and 13th of November 2016. Others include celebrity Makeup Artist Sam Fine, Chairperson of the British Fashion Council Caroline …

The Governor of Anambra State, Chief Willie Obiano has congratulated FC Ifeanyi Ubah for clinching this year’s Federation Cup after a gruelling penalty shootout with Nasarawa United on Saturday, describing the victory as a “gift to Anambra State.” The highly elated governor praised the players and the coaching crew for …

Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode on Saturday said his administration would continue to utilise the elements of arts, culture, entertainment, tourism and sports to showcase the potentials that abound in the State. The Governor, who spoke when he hosted members and nominees of the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) …

Immediate past Governor of Abia State, Senator T. A. Orji has denied endorsing any candidates of the ruling Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, for the local government elections in Abia state, insisting that the people must have the freedom to choose those that will serve them. A statement by Eddie Onuzuruike, …