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The all-new Mercedes-Benz S-Class is automotive luxury experienced in a completely new way. Built on the legendary and traditional engineering expertise that has defined the luxury segment in the automobile industry for decades, the S-Class is the top tier model for Mercedes-Benz saloon cars. With a handful of world’s first …

As the All Progressives Congress (APC) fixed March 12, 2022 for Zonal Congresses and March 26, 2022 for National Convention, I hereby plead with the members, leadership and stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to please close ranks and unite to sustain the nine-year old political party that has …

Hundred Nigerian youths have commenced training in the vocational skills programme sponsored by the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) and facilitated by the Industrial Training Fund (ITF). The training covers eight skills areas, and they include Information and Communication Technology; Electrical/Electronic Technology; Industrial Automation and Mechatronics; Instrumentation and …

Ekiti State Governor John Kayode Fayemi has remained an ever-present at every stage of Nigeria’s democratic drive. He was on the frontline in the fight against military rule. Unlike the activists who stayed away from jostling for power when civil rule arrived, the man fondly called JKF dared and damned …

Former representative of the Rivers South-East Senatorial District in the National Assembly, Senator Magnus Ngei Abe, has called on traditional rulers to always avoid partisanship even as the country moves closer to the 2023 general election. He described the President of the Supreme Council of Ogoni Traditional Rulers, King Godwin …

Chairman of United Nigeria Airlines, Dr. Obiora Okonkwo, has hinted about a novel deal between his company and Air Peace that would revolutionize the aviation sector and usher in a new era of collaboration for better travel experience. He said the new deal will be unveiled in the “next few …

The Department of Philosophy at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) has concluded plans for the establishment of a Research Centre on African Philosophy, to mark the place where the study of African Philosophy was birthed as a field of study in the curriculum of the global University system. The …

By Taiye Agbaje Abuja, Feb. 21, 2022 A Federal High Court, Abuja, on Monday, dismissed the suit seeking to challenge former Vice President Atiku Abubakar’s eligibility to vie for the office of the president. Delivering judgment, Justice Inyang Ekwo, dismissed the suit on the grounds that the plaintiff that instituted …

By Lucy Ogalue Abuja, Feb. 21, 2022 Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, says Kano State will house the biggest rail station in the country. Amaechi stated this when a delegation from Kano State, led by Gov. Abdullahi Ganduje visited him in Abuja to discuss the rail and Inland Dry Port …

Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, the pan Igbo organisation, has denied a statement credited to its President General, Ambassador Professor George Obiozor, that “Ndigbo will not leave Nigeria whether or not we get the Presidency in 2023.” The organisation, through a statement by Chiedozie Alex Ogbonnia, its National Publicity Secretary, described the statement, …

Rarely in this part of the world would you find a man like Leonard Nnamdi Stanley Ekeh, better known as Leo Stan Ekeh. For starters, Leo Stan, as he is fondly addressed, is not your regular fellow. He ranks well and truly as an unusual entrepreneur, one who is not …

Emmanuel Mogbede Abuja, Feb. 21, 2022 The Caretaker and Extra-ordinary Convention Planning Committee (CECPC) of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has approved March 26 for the National Convention of the party. Sen. John Akpankudohede, National Secretary, CECPC, APC said this when he spoke with newsmen shortly after the committee’s closed …

The governorship primaries of the All Progressives Congress (APC), in the State of Osun, has been described as a mockery of democracy and an exercise marred with irregularities. According to the Coalition of Civil Societies of Nigeria, the election lacked international best practices and fell short of appreciable standard. This …

Following the return of two important Nigerian artefacts from Britain, President Muhammadu Buhari has appealed to nations, institutions and bodies, both private and public, to return Nigeria’s artefacts in their possession. The President welcomed the official handover, on Saturday, of the Okwukor and the Head of an Oba of Benin …

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has again, postponed its February 26 national convention with the scheduling of its zonal congresses for March 26, 2022. A letter from the party to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) signed by Sen. John Akpankudohede, National Secretary, APC Caretaker and Extra-ordinary Convention Planning Committee (CECPC) …

By Emmanuel Mogbede, Abuja/Adeyemi Adeleye, Lagos/Abiodun Esan, Ilorin Feb. 21, 2022 The Caretake and Extra-ordinary Convention Planning Committee (CECPC) of All Progressives Congress (APC) says it cannot be stampeded into taking action that can be inimical to the party. Mr Yekini Nabena, Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the Committee said …

The Presidency has asked those who have been agitating for the immediate signing into law of the amended Electoral Bill to hold their peace as the President is still within the 30-days window provided by the Constitution within which to sign or decline assent to any bill sent to him. …

  Akwete today is being popularised as a metaphor by Anambra State Governor – Elect, Cee Cee Soludo for the purchase and consumption of made in Anambra products and services. Already, the women of Akwete who under the inspiration of the pioneering works of Dada Nwakata, gave the world this …

Monday, 21 February, 2022 There was a man in London 300 years ago called Jonathan Wild. He lived at a time robbery and violent crimes were rampant in the city – day and night. The people were helpless and the police were largely absent. And because nature abhors a vacuum, …

  Pan-Igbo organisation, Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, has hailed former Senate President, one time Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF) and presently, a presidential aspirant, Senator Anyim Pius Anyim on his 61st birthday on February 19, 2022. In a statement by Chiedozie Alex Ogbonnia, its National Publicity Secretary, the Prof. …

  Primate of all Nigeria Anglican Church, His Grace, The Most Rev. (Dr.) Henry Chukwudum Ndukuba, has commended Governor Hope Uzodimma for all his efforts in ensuring that his government leaves a legacy of durable infrastructure in Imo State. The Archbishop bared his mind on Sunday in his sermon at …

By Ismaila Chafe Abuja, Feb. 20, 2022 President Muhammadu Buhari, in a week of special security concern, condemned a rise in ritual killings and deadly attacks against on-duty policemen and ethnic minorities. Buhari’s concerns followed the latest incidents reported in Enugu, Imo, Abia, Zamfara and Ogun States. The president frowned …

By Akeem Abas Ibadan, Feb. 20, 2022 The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi III, has pledged his support for the presidential ambition of Bola Tinubu, National Leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC). Adeyemi III made the pledge on Sunday during Tinubu’s visit to his palace in Oyo Town. …

The debate about politicians being among the best actors on earth is as old as humanity. What makes acting in politics so attractive is its subtle nature, emotional appeal and the interplay between human perception, real-life challenges, and human vulnerability. At the centre of all political drama is symbolic and …

As the Black History Month is being celebrated across the world this February, black ‘Healthcare Heroes’ in New Jersey, United States of America (USA) will be recognized and celebrated on Wednesday, February 23, 2022. The program, being powered by Paramount Care Centers in New Jersey, will hold at the Hanover Manor, …