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Gunmen suspected to be kidnappers have abducted a Bayelsa based journalist Mr Julius Osahon alongside other passengers in transit to Ughelli in Delta. Osahon, the Correspondent of The Guardian Newspapers and other passengers  were ambushed at Evwreni Community axis along the East-West road near Patani. One of the passengers who …

By Moses Kolo  Kaduna, March 29, 2022 Some family members of passengers aboard the Kaduna-bound train attacked on Monday by terrorists say they are yet to know the fate of their relatives. Speaking to News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) at the Rigasa Railway station in Kaduna on Tuesday, they said …

By Mohammed Tijjani/Lucy Ogalue Kaduna, March. 28, 2022 Kaduna State Government said the military had rescued the Kaduna-bound train passengers trapped by terrorists Monday night. In a statement issued by the Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs, Mr. Samuel Aruwan, the government said information about the rescue mission was …

The Vice President, Prof Yemi Osinbajo was in Abeokuta Monday, joining a high level event on democracy in West Africa. Others at the event hosted by former President Obasanjo were the former President Goodluck Jonathan among several others from the West African Sub Region. See event photos

  By Ikechukwu Iweajunwa Owerri, March. 28, 2022 Gunmen suspected to be members of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra/Eastern Security Network attacked the Obowo Divisional Police headquarters in Imo on Monday. Police spokesman in Imo, CSP Michael Abattam, stated in Owerri that the assailants approached the station from an …

By Chijioke Okoronkwo Abuja, March 27, 2022 Vice President Yemi Osinbajo says in eight years, the All Progressives Congress (APC)-led Federal Government has embarked on the largest investments in infrastructure and agriculture in Nigeria’s history. Osinbajo’s spokesman, Laolu Akande, in a statement on Sunday, said the vice president spoke on …

The Federal Government has urged the European Union (EU), to step up investments in gas and hydrocarbon in Nigeria to be able to meet the bloc’s energy needs. The call is coming on the heels of the festering war between Ukraine and Russia, which threatens gas supply to European countries. …

By Silas Nwoha, News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) Abuja, March 27, 2022 A presidential aspirant on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Mr. Peter Obi, has released his bio-data, showcasing a copious profile that casts him as standing tall among PDP presidential aspirants. The News Agency of Nigeria …

By Ismaila Chafe/Emmanuel Mogbede Abuja, March 26, 2022 President Muhammadu Buhari has arrived Eagle Square to participate in the All Progressives Congress (APC) National Convention 2022 at about 8.23 p.m (WAT). The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Vice-President, Yemi Osinbajo, President of the Senate, Ahmed Lawan, Speaker of …

March 26, 2022 By Mohammed Tijjani Kaduna, March. 26, 2022 The Kaduna State Government, says security forces have reported that an attack by bandits was repelled in the vicinity of the Kaduna International Airport on Saturday. The Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs, Mr Samuel Aruwan, confirmed the attack …

A frontline 2023 presidential aspirant of the Peoples Democratic (PDP), Mr. Peter Obi, has called on Nigerians to review the political leadership selection process in the country, saying that until Nigerians begin to focus on character, integrity, competence and capacity, the political future of the country would remain bleak. The …

By Angela Atabo/Bashir Rabe Mani Abuja, March 26, 2022 Delegates have flooded the Eagle Square, venue of the All Progressives Congress (APC) national convention amidst tight security. Some of delegates who spoke with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) expressed hope that the convention would go well and that their …

By Ijendu Iheaka Aba (Abia) March 25, 2022 Prof. Maduike Ezeibe, a lecturer at the Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, Abia, on Friday in Aba called on the Federal Government to redeem its promise to scientists on finding a cure for COVID-19. The Federal Government had in February 2020 …

Former Anambra State Governor, Mr. Peter Obi on Thursday, March 24, 2022 declared that he has joined the race for Nigeria’s presidency, stressing that he is strongly in the race and fully prepared for the contest that will determine who takes over power from President Muhammadu Buhari. Mr. Obi, who …

By Ismaila Chafe Abuja, March 24, 2022 President Muhammadu Buhari has urged leaders and members of All Progressives Congress (APC) to channel their energies into improving the fortunes of the party in the forthcoming elections and avoid squabbling that easily distracts and creates disharmony. He said these when he met …

By Ijendu Iheaka Aba (Abia), March 23, 2022 The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Governors’ Forum has expressed concern over the rising cost of living and general economic difficulties in the country. The forum met on Wednesday at Gov. Okezie Ikpeazu’s country home in Umuobiakwa, Obingwa Local Government Area of Abia. …

By Ismaila Chafe Abuja, March 23, 2022 President Muhammadu Buhari on Wednesday met behind closed doors with governors of the All Progressives Congress (APC) over the forthcoming National Convention of the party, slated for Saturday, March 26. Speaking to State House correspondents at the end of the meeting, the Chairman …

Former Governor of Anambra State, Mr. Peter Obi, is set to declare his intention to vie for the 2023 Presidency, according to one of his closest allies. “I can tell you on good authority that Obi will sooner than later declare his presidential ambition. He has almost concluded nationwide consultations …

…Aviation project complements, redefines Lagos’ infrastructure narrative – Sanwo-Olu …Lagos Government, FAAN seal partnership to develop new access roads to airport Lagos State, Nigeria’s hub of commerce, is set to witness rapid economic growth, as a major remodelling project undertaken by the Federal Government at the Murtala Mohammed International Airport …

The Reading, Pennsylvania, United States of America (USA) branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) is presenting an online enlightenment program on Depression and Suicide. The program, being facilitated by Nelson Aluya, MD takes place at 07:00pm (EST), 04:00 pm (PST) tonight. The expert panelists are …

  Ex-Governor Willie Obiano of Anambra State may spend another night in the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC)’s custody if he fails to meet the conditions for the administrative bail that has been granted him by the Commission. Spokesman of the anti-corruption agency confirmed to Global Patriot Newspapers last …

   Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum on Sunday led key stakeholders on humanitarian visit to Gwoza local government area, with assessment of reconstruction works in Kirawa, ahead of resettling conflict displaced citizens in the border community. Zulum was accompanied by personalities from Gwoza who included Senator Muhammad Ali …

The notorious leader of the Islamic State of West African Province, ISWAP, Sani Shuwaram, and other terrorists of the sect might have been killed after an airstrike in the Marte axis. PRNigeria revealed that super Tucano jets and other aircraft of the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) executed multiple bombardments in …

Jerry Gana, a former Minister of Information has described Former Governor Peter Obi as one who understands the workings of the nation’s economy and readily proffers solutions to economic challenges at institutional and national levels. Gana, who was the Chairman at the 2022 Reunion of Alumni Association of Nnamdi Azikiwe …

The Imo State Government has condemned the early morning razing of the home of the President General of Ohanaeze  Ndigbo, Prof George Obiozor by those it described as political bandits. In a statement he personally signed, the state Governor, Senator Hope Uzodinma regretted that desperate politicians who believe in violence …