The Bayelsa State Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Daniel Iworiso-Markson, at the weekend took his message for the unity of Ogbia Kingdom to the traditional ruler in the area,‎ Dumaro Charles Owaba. The Commissioner visited the palace of the monarch where he re-echoed the need for Ogbia people to ‎be …

The reduction of the wage bill of the eight Local Government Areas from N1.389 billion to N945 million in December 2017, has freed more funds for the councils, the Bayelsa State Commissioner for Local Government Administration, Dr. Agatha Goma, has stated. The money would assist in rural and infrastructural development …

The Minister of Power, Works and Housing, Babatunde Fashola (SAN), has urged Nigerians not to put their country down in comparison with other countries of the world. He described Nigeria as a great country in both population and potentiality for economic and industrial development. Fashola, according to a statement by …

Aaron Ramsey scored a hat-trick on Saturday as Arsenal thrashed Everton 5-1 in the English Premier League at the Emirates with a display of free-flowing football. It was a display the Gunners have sorely lacked away from home this season. The home side blasted in four goals in the first …

By Abiemwense Moru Speaker of the House of Representatives, Mr Yakubu Dogara, has expressed shock over the untimely death of Mr Otei Oham, a correspondent of The Guardian, covering the House. In a statement on Saturday by Mr Turaki Hassan, his Special Adviser, Media and Public Affairs, Dogara described the …

By Emmanuel Mogbede Sen. Saidu Dansadau, National Chairman of the National Rescue Movement (NRM), said the party would change the face of politics in Nigeria. He stated this on Saturday in Abuja at the official launching of the party and said that NRM was determined to do things differently. Dansadau …

By Raji Rasak Covenant University has emerged the first place winner in Nigeria’s stage of global CFA Institute Research competition. Covenant University beat University of Lagos and Obafemi Awolowo University which emerged second and third place winners, respectively, in the competition held in Lagos on Saturday. Eight universities took part …

By Hassana Yakubu A 13-year-old girl allegedly raped by eight men including an Imam, is said to be five months pregnant with twins in Kubau Local Government, Kaduna State. Head of Arridah Foundation, Hajiya Rabi Salisu told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Saturday in Kaduna that the case …

Ayodeji Alabi Gov. Oluwarotimi Akeredolu of Ondo State has confirmed the outbreak of Lassa Fever in the state, saying laboratory tests have confirmed a total of 36 cases, including 9 deaths. Akeredolu, who made the revelation in Akure during a live broadcast on Saturday night, said a total of 102 …

By Rabiu Sani Rabi Abu-Yasir, wife of Boko Haram’s chief physician on Saturday surrendered to the troops of Operation Lafiya Dole, in the ongoing clearance operation to route out remnants of the insurgents. Maj.-Gen. Rogers Nicholas, the Theatre Commander, Operation Lafiya Dole, made the disclosure while handing over 82 women …

By Joshua Olomu Maverick showbiz maestro and activist, Charles Oputa, popularly known as Charlyboy, on Saturday gave out his first daughter, Adaeze Oputa in marriage to Mr Metu Anu, both from Imo Sate. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the duo tied the knot at a traditional wedding …

Bayelsa State Governor, Hon. Henry Seriake Dickson and his Edo State counterpart, Mr. Godwin Obaseki have resolved to engender regional security and economic integration towards fostering enduring peace and unity among the two states and in the Niger Delta region. Both Governors also agreed to support and mobilize their states …

Schalke 04 squandered a chance to go second in the Bundesliga when they conceded twice late in the game and lost 2-1 at home to lowly Werder Bremen on Saturday. It was a nightmarish afternoon for the goalkeepers who were at fault for all three goals. Bayern Munich, chasing a …

Sudan edged out Libya 4-2 via penalties to claim bronze in the third-place play-off match at the 2018 CAF African Nations Championship at Stade de Marrakech on Saturday. Although the clash finished at 1-1 in regular time, penalties from Mohamed Tahir, Mohamed Babikir, Mahmoud Ahmed and Maaz Gesalla ensured Sudan …

By Prudence Arobani Super Eagles players and officials would be paid their camping allowances upfront for the Russia 2018 FIFA World Cup, Minister of Youth and Sports Development Solomon Dalung has said. Dalung told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) Correspondent in New York, that the Federal Government had mobilised …

By Clara Egbogota The Youth Wing of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, RCCG, will organise a 76-hour praise to God in 16 countries to celebrate the 76th birthday anniversary of the church’s General Overseer, Pastor Enoch Adeboye. Mr Precious Akingbade, the RCCG National Young Adults and Youth Pastor, announced …

By Chukwuemeka Opara Management of newly renamed “Alex Ekwueme Federal University, Ndufu Alike Ikwo (AE-FUNAI) in Ebonyi said on Saturday that the retention of the word ‘Federal’ in the new name of the institution, was an honour worthy of celebration. In a statement issued by the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Chinedum …

Ever since Senator Jonah Jang, the immediate past governor of Plateau State, was defeated in his bid to install his protégée, the People’s Democratic Party, PDP candidate, the late Senator Gyang Pwajok as his successor in the 2015 gubernatorial election, the ex-governor has failed to come to terms with the …

By Raji Razak The Ikeja Electric (IE) has trained 40 youths across its network to empower them to be self-reliant. The IE Head of Corporate Communications, Mr Felix Ofulue, said in a statement in Lagos on Saturday that the youths were trained in catering for two weeks. IE network comprises …

By Peter Amine Gov. Simon Lalong of Plateau, says ranching policy is the best option in addressing herders/farmers clashes in the state. Lalong who stated this on Saturday in Jos at the 3rd Annual Plateau Prayer Day, described grazing reserve and cattle colony as outdated. He said, “My administration didn’t …

By Mike Mbonye Mr Emeka Ezinteje, the Secretary of Nigerian Union, South Africa has called on Nigerians living abroad to participate actively in the 2019 election. He told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on the telephone from Johannesburg, South Africa on Saturday that Nigerians in the Diaspora had so …

By Prudence Arobani The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has decried the lack of a single radiotherapy machine for cancer treatment in 28 African countries. Yukiya Amano, Director-General of IAEA, said millions of people continued to suffer from cancer in developing countries, due to lack of access to effective prevention, …

By Zubairu Idris The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has fixed Feb. 10, for re-run election into Mashi/Dutsi Federal Constituency. The Resident Electoral Commissioner in Katsina State, Alhaji Jibril Zarewa disclosed this on Friday at a press briefing in Katsina. Zarewa said that election would be conducted in 15 polling …

By Yetunde Bada The Group Managing Director of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC), Dr Maikanti Baru, on Friday appealed to the Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) to reconsider a 15-day ultimatum it issued the Federal Government. A statement issued in Abuja by the NNPC Spokesman, …

The Lagos State Government has perfected plans to bring about a quantum leap to the State’s economy in 2018 through the Embedded Power Supply Project and the review of the Land Use Charge Law. The power project, aimed at delivering an estimated 3,000 Megawatts to homes and industries, is expected …