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Local
Three people killed, journalists injured at APC rally in Lagos
Robert Awokuse Three journalists were shot at a rally organised for the governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress, APC,…
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Education
We will replicate Anambra education experience nationally — Obi
Vice Presidential Candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Mr. Peter Obi, has assured that education would be accorded the …
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Local
2019: Yoruba interests and Osinbajo’s vaulting ambition – 1 By Bolanle Bolawole
turnpot@gmail.com 0705 263 1058 Once again, Vice President Yemi Osinbajo stirred the hornets’ nest with his garrulous postulation that the 2019…
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Local
President Buhari urges African countries to strengthen political institutions for stability; Calls for respect for democracy in Gabon
President Muhammadu Buhari Tuesday in Abuja called on African leaders to support processes that will ensure stronger political institutions…
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Local
Kwara can’t be part of South West Zone, says Saraki
By Abiodun Esan Ilorin, Jan. 8, 2019 Senate President Bukola Saraki says the people of Kwara will resist plans to…
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Boko Haram may overrun Maiduguri; Attacks Sajeri on outskirts of state capital; Imam, one other killed, many houses burnt; NUJ calls for release of detained Daily Trust Editor
By Abdullahi Isah, Maiduguri At least two people were killed, while over ten houses were burnt when Boko Haram…
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Local
Police arrest 2, declare NURTW chieftain, “Seigo” wanted for disrupting Lagos APC rally
By Mateen Badru/Moses Omorogieva Lagos, Jan. 8, 2019 The Lagos State Police Command has arrested two suspects and declared wanted…
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Local
We are ready to work for Nigeria, Tinubu assures Buhari; Rallies Council Members for the task ahead
All Progressives Congress, APC, National Stalwart and Co-Chair of the party’s Presidential Campaign Council, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, has assured…
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President Buhari orders military to vacate Media Trust; Army explains invasion; IPC, Timi Franks condemn onslaught
By Abdullahi Isah, Maiduguri, Robert Awokuse President Muhammadu Buhari has ordered the military to vacate the premises of Daily Trust…
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Lead Story
Boko Haram: President Buhari pledges to do more to secure Nigeria
President Muhammadu Buhari Monday in Abuja met a delegation from Borno State, during which he reasserted his administration’s unwavering support…
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Local
Group opposes establishment of police anti-terrorism unit in A’Ibom; Doubts INEC’s ability to conduct credible polls
By Isaiah Eka Uyo, Jan. 7, 2019 Some residents of Akwa Ibom, under the umbrella of Akwa Ibom Leaders Vanguard,…
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Business and Economy
World Bank President Kim quits Feb. 1
Washington, Jan. 7, 2019 (Reuters/NAN) World Bank Group President, Jim Yong Kim, will resign effective from February 1, more than…
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Local
PDP presents flags to state assembly candidates in Abia
By Ihechinyere Chigemeri-Uwom Umuahia, Jan. 07, 2019 The leadership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Abia on Monday presented…
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Abia: APC cautions PDP over alleged destruction of campaign posters, billboards
By Ijendu Iheaka Aba (Abia), Jan. 7, 2019 The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Abia has cautioned members of the…
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Local
Trump to travel to U.S.-Mexico border on Thursday – White House
Washington, Jan. 7, 2019 (Reuters/NAN) President Donald Trump plans to visit the U.S. border with Mexico on Thursday, amid a…
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Lead Story
Elections: We’ll maintain policy of non-interference, says President Buhari as APC Campaign Council is inaugurated
President Muhammadu Buhari Monday in Abuja said the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has since 2015 consistently conducted free and…
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Local
Presidency orders withdrawal of ‘fake news’ press release on NFF
The Presidency has disclaimed as fake news, a press release to the effect that President Muhammadu Buhari has ordered the…
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Lead Story
Armed soldiers storm, seal Media Trust office in Borno; Arrest Editor, Reporter
By Ahmed Mari, Maiduguri Armed soldiers, on Sunday, stormed the Media Trust regional office in Maiduguri, Borno state and arrested…
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Enugu Fire: Ugwuanyi replaces burnt bus, tricycles; Victims pay Thank-You visit to him
There was wild jubilation at the Government House, Enugu weekend, when three victims of the recent fire outbreak at a…
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Local
Political parties, candidates to sign peace accord in Enugu ahead of general elections
By Stanley Nwanosike Enugu, Jan. 5, 2019 The Police Command in Enugu State said Saturday that it had concluded arrangements…
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Faith
2019: CAN declares Jan. 10, day prayers for elections
By Abujah Racheal Abuja, Jan. 5, 2019 The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has declared January 10 as National Day…
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Arts & Entertainment
Buhari challenges NIJ Provost on setting proper standards for journalists
By Ismaila Chafe Abuja, Jan. 5, 2019 President Muhammadu Buhari has urged the Provost of Nigerian Institute of Journalism (NIJ),…
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Local
Shettima, APC are fuelling insurgency in Borno to rig election – Imam; We’ll beat them in Govt House, he assures
By Abdullahi Isah Maiduguri The candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP], in the 2019 general elections, Alhaji Mohammed Imam …
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Lead Story
President Buhari to inaugurate APC Presidential Campaign Council Monday
By Emmanuel Mogbede Abuja, Jan. 5, 2019 President Muhammadu Buhari will on Monday, inaugurate the All Progressives Congress (APC) Presidential…
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Lead Story
Governor Yari threatens to resign over Zamfara killings
Zamfara State Governor, Abdulaziz Yari has said that he is ready to sacrifice his position for a state of emergency…
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