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Why INEC is abandoning recall of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has given the reason why it is abandoning the process of the recall of…
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Uzodimma swears-in Acting Chief Judge, two more Commissioners in Imo
A new Acting Chief Judge of Imo State, Justice Theophilus Nnamdi Nzeukwu, and two additional Commissioners – Prof Bernard Ikegwuoha…
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PSC appoints Agbonika CP Edo, directs him to go restore sanity in the state
…You must be proactive to prevent reprisals from the recent killings The Police Service Commission (PSC) has approved the appointment…
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Myanmar’s earthquake death toll rises to 3,085
Yangon, April 3, 2025 The death toll from a 7.9-magnitude earthquake in Myanmar has risen to 3,085, with 4,715 people…
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Sen. Akpoti-Uduaghan inaugurates free maternity centre, empowers constituents (See picture)
By Thompson Yamput Lokoja, April 3, 2025 Sen. Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan (PDP, Kogi Central) has laid the foundation for the construction…
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Shehu Sani rejects Miss World pageant judge appointment
By Sani Idris Kaduna, April 3, 2025 A former lawmaker, Sen. Shehu Sani (Kaduna Central) has rejected an appointment to…
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Dabiri-Erewa applauds Nigerian kids victory at U.S Chess Championship
Abuja: April 1, 2025. Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman/CEO, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), has congratulated the young Nigerian chess players…
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Retired DSP allegedly kills 3, commits suicide; Son disputes allegations
By Raji Rasak Badagry (Lagos State) April 3, 2025 Retired 63-year-old DSP Charles Atideka, has reportedly committed suicide after allegedly…
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Trump reaffirms U.S. support for NATO, Rubio says alliance remains strong
Moscow, April 3, 2025 The U.S. is part of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), and U.S. President Donald Trump…
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EU prepared to counter Trump’s tariffs -Von der Leyen
Brussels, April 3, 2025 The European Union (EU) has said that it is preparing counter measures in response to new…
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Tinubu’s reforms will yield positive results for all – Dabiri-Erewa
Abuja, April 2, 2025: Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman/CEO Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) has assured that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s…
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Let women’s voices be heard where policies affecting their lives, livelihoods are shaped – Dr. Isata Mahoi
Being a statement by H.E Dr. Isata Mahoi, Minister of Gender and Children’s Affairs, Republic of Sierra Leone at the…
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Femi Falana, Citadel and Zinox: An embarrassing judicial persecution By Adewale Odumosu
A major test for the Nigerian judiciary was the March 20, 2025 judgment of Justice Akpan Okon Ebong of the…
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Women’s contributions to peacebuilding, conflict prevention, reconstruction underrecognized, underfunded – Amb. Fatima Kyari Mohammed
Ambassador Fatima Kyari Mohammed, Permanent Observer of the African Union (AU) Mission to the United Nations, has said that the…
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Countdown to PFPAD 4: ICSWG holds crucial Town Hall
As a prelude to the 4th Session of the United Nations Permanent Forum on People of African Descent (UN PFPAD),…
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Glamour as Joseph Ohens is installed ACCIOBA Global President
The ancient city of Irrua, Esan Central Local Government Area of Edo state was agog, non-stop, for four days as…
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Shirley Botchwey becomes first African woman to lead Commonwealth
By Chineye Offor Abuja, April 2, 2025 Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey has assumed office as Commonwealth Secretary-General, becoming the first African…
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Plaudits for two distinguished Nigerians By Bola BOLAWOLE
turnpot@gmail.com 0807 552 5533, 0803 251 0193 I dedicate this column today to two illustrious Nigerians who have achieved great things…
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Sokoto lawmakers rate Gov. Aliyu high on project execution without loans
BY ANKELI EMMANUEL, Sokoto The Deputy Speaker, Sokoto State House of Assembly, Kabir Ibrahim Kware, has commended Governor Ahmed Aliyu…
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Heavenly hits of legendary musicians for Mama Nwokoye By Uzor Maxim Uzoatu
The best way to send a sweet mother home to the angels in paradise is through the vehicle of iconic…
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Guinea holds constitutional referendum Sept. 21
Conakry, April 2, 2025 Guinea’s military leader has set Sept. 21, 2025, as the date for a constitutional referendum, in…
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Tinubu departs Abuja for France
By Salif Atojoko Abuja, April 2, 2025 President Bola Tinubu will depart for Paris on Wednesday on a short working…
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Tinubu reconstitutes NNPC’s board, appoints new CEO
By Salif Atojoko Abuja, April 2, 2025 President Bola Tinubu has approved the removal of Chief Pius Akinyelure, the chairman…
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Anniversary: Air Peace rewards passengers
By Itohan Abara-Laserian Lagos, April 1, 2025 Air Peace has marked its Lagos-London one-year anniversary by rewarding passengers for their…
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Couples’ regular sex linked to longer life – Expert
By Folasade Akpan Abuja, April 1, 2025 Dr Adesida Adewumi, a Consultant Family Physician, has revealed that couples who engage…
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