A professor of political economy, Pat Utomi has said that Nigeria is a time bomb waiting to explode and that if urgent steps are not taken, there might be no Nigeria on any map very soon. Utomi made the submissions on Wednesday in Ibadan, during the seventh edition of a …

 The Lagos State Government on Wednesday launched the new buses under the Bus Reform Initiative (BRI) with free service on five routes, assuring that the development would redefine public transportation and make the State globally competitive.  Specifically, the free service was launched across five routes including Berger to Tafawa Balewa …

By Yemi Adeleye Lagos, May 1, 2019 Several traditional rulers, ethnic and civil society groups, as well as other well-meaning Nigerians poured encomiums  on the Aare Ona Kakanfo Yorubaland, Chief Gani Adams as he celebrates 49th birthday on Wednesday. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that several Obas, Chiefs, …

Kano, May 1, 2019 The National Association of Industrial Pharmacists (NAIP) has commended President Muhammadu Buhari for appointing Prof. Ahmed Mora as the chairman of the Pharmaceutical Council of Nigeria (PCN). The commendation is contained in a statement signed by the First National Vice Chairman of the association, Mr Ahmed …

Barcelona (Spain), May 1, 2019 (Reuters/NAN) Barcelona Captain, Lionel Messi, put the team on the verge of Champions League final by scoring twice in a 3-0 home win over Liverpool in Wednesday’s semi-final first leg encounter. His brace took his goal tally for the Catalans to a remarkable 600 in …

Enugu State Governor and Governor-elect, Rt. Hon. Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi has reiterated his administration’s commitment to the welfare of workers of the state, stressing that the determination “has become even more fortified”. Speaking at this year’s Workers Day celebration held at the Michael Okpara Square, Enugu, Gov. Ugwuanyi, who promised to ensure …

For 28 years, Babagana Abba Dalori lived a quiet and dreary life. With all the risks to lives and limbs in his native Borno State, North-East Nigeria, he wished above all things to graduate safe and alive from the Electrical and Electronics Department of University of Maiduguri, (UniMaid), do his …

By Chijioke Okorokwo Lagos, May 1, 2019 Vice President Yemi Osinbajo and his wife Dolapo Osinbajo on Wednesday attended the Service of Songs for late Pastor Bamidele Olurin in Lagos.  Olurin was the pastor of Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Tree of Life Parish, Oregun, Lagos. Olurin was the …

  As part of efforts aimed at rejigging the fight against armed banditry, kidnapping and other crimes across the nation, particularly in Kaduna and other contiguous States, the Inspector General of Police, M.A. Adamu, has ordered the immediate redeployment of the Commissioner of Police Kaduna Command, CP Ahmed Abdulrahaman from …

Ekiti State Governor, Dr Kayode Fayemi has said that civil servants in the State have no reason to be sycophantic and unprofessional in the discharge of their duties before attaining the peak of their careers. Speaking in Ado Ekiti on Wednesday at the swearing in ceremony for 17 newly appointed …

By Chukwuemeka Opara Abakaliki, May 1, 2019 Gov. David Umahi of Ebonyi has dissolved the boards of all commissions owned by the state government, the Governor’s Principal Secretary, Chief Clement Nweke, announced in Abakaliki on Wednesday. The governor also terminated the appointments of  coordinators of Local Government Areas Development Centres …

By Solomon Asowata Lagos, May 1, 2019 Nigerian carrier, Air Peace says flight operations to Sharjah, United Arab Emirates, and other international flights will commence in the next few days. The airline made this known in a statement signed on Wednesday by its Communications Manager, Mr Chris Iwarah, in Lagos. …

By Johnson Eyiangho Abuja, May 1, 2019 The Nigerian Army says it is taking steps to report Dr Sidi Ali Mohammed, a member of Presidential Committee on the North East Initiative (PCNI), to appropriate authority over his knowledge on Boko Haram welfare. The spokesman of the army, Col. Sagir Musa …

The history of modern politics in Nigeria, especially since return to civil rule in 1999, cannot be written without generous space devoted to the personality of Right Honorable (Chief) Rotimi Chibuike Amaechi. Chief Amaechi is currently the Minister of Transportation and in the last general elections, was the Director General …

  Paris, April 30, 2019 (Reuters/NAN) Montpellier veteran Souleymane Camara netted a late winner as they came from behind to beat Paris St Germain 3-2 in Ligue 1 on Tuesday. The defeat ensures that PSG, who are Ligue 1 champions, continue their stuttering end to the season. It was a …

By Naomi Sharang Abuja, April 30, 2019 The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), has received an application that would enhance intelligence sharing in the tracking of organised crime including money laundering and terrorism-financing. EFCC Acting Spokesman, Mr Tony Orilade, who made this known in a statement in Abuja on …

By Temitope Ponle Abuja, April 30, 2019 (NAN) Two technology companies, from Nigeria and UK, have signed a £56 million agreement to provide card technology, which would allow commuters to travel with public transport without cash or a paper ticket. The UK Foreign Secretary, Jeremy Hunt said this during the …

London, April 30, 2019 (Reuters/NAN) Ajax Amsterdam’s Donny van de Beek grabbed an early goal to secure a precious 1-0 victory at Tottenham Hotspur in the first leg of their Champions League semi-final on Tuesday. The 22-year-old struck in the 15th minute to give Ajax a crucial away goal and …

Nobody knows the actual population of Nigeria today.  Not even the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) which intermittently releases figures knows. The foreigners, it seems, conduct censuses from their air-conditioned offices in New York. In its 2019 State of the World Population report about to be released, UNFPA says our population …

By Ugonne Uzoma Owerri, April 30, 2019 Gov Rochas Okorocha has said that the Sam Mbakwe International Cargo Airport is ready and will be inaugurated in the second week of May, The Chief Press Secretary to the governor, Mr Sam Onwuemeodo made the disclosure in a statement issued in Owerri …

  turnpot@gmail.com  0705 263 1058 As would be expected, a flurry of activities is hallmarking Gov. Akinwunmi Ambode’s last days in office. Last Wednesday, President Muhammadu Buhari was in Lagos on a one-day working visit during which he commissioned many signature projects of the Lagos State governor. Critics say the …

The Gombe field office of the Department of Petroleum Resources (DPR) has called on the Gombe state Government to immediately take preventive measures on the popular southern bye-pass road where no fewer than 20 persons lost their lives in two tanker accidents within five days. Mr. Abdullahi Abawa, the Gombe …

  By Justina Auta Abuja, April 30, 2019 Some fans of music superstar, David Adeleke a.k.a Davido have reacted to the word “wifey’’ in his birthday message to his girlfriend, Chioma Rowland alleging that he had secretly paid her bride price. The singer in 2018 revealed on Twitter that he …

By Stellamaris Ashinze Lagos, April 30, 2019 Some professional associations at the Computer Village in Ikeja, Lagos have rejected the imposition of Iyaloja and Babaloja to oversee affairs at the technological hub and called for the state government’s intervention. They made the call during their protest march to the Lagos …

By Abiemwense Moru Abuja, April 30, 2019 The House of Representatives on Tuesday said the National Assembly (NASS) would transmit the approved 2019 Budget of N8.92 trillion to President Muhammadu Buhari on Thursday. Chairman of the House Committee on Appropriation, Rep. Mustapha Dawaki, made this known while briefing newsmen after plenary …