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Nigeria: Like Kenya, Like Malawi? By Oseloka H. Obaze
Democratic consolidation requires holding periodic elections that allow for peaceful transfer of power. Yet some elections held outside of consolidated democracies…
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IGP orders withdrawal of mobile policemen from ex-political office holders, VIPs
The acting Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has ordered the withdrawal of Mobile Police Force personnel attached to…
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CBN, Egypt’s apex bank partner on joint fintech bridge
By Kadiri Abdulrahman Abuja, July 18, 2023 The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), and the Central Bank of Egypt (CBE)…
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Unemployed man jailed 12 years for breaking into Church
By Moronke Boboye Ikeja, July 18, 2023 An Ikeja Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday sentenced a 24-year unemployed man, Azeez Abdullahi,…
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Petrol hits N617 in Abuja
By Nana Musa Abuja July 18, 2023 The price of Petrol, known as Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) has increased from…
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Gov Yusuf of Kano appoints 15 special advisers
By Aminu Garko Kano, July 18, 2023 Gov. Abba Yusuf of Kano State has approved the appointment of 15 special…
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UN chief regrets Russia’s decision to withdraw from grain deal
By Cecilia Ologunagba New York, July 17, 2023 UN Secretary -General Antonio Guterres, on Monday expressed regret over Russia’s decision…
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We’ve saved N220 million on monthly wage bill – Abia govt
By Ihechinyere Chigemeri-Uwom Umuahia, July 18, 2023 Abia government says it has saved N220 million on monthly wage bill through its…
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Police arrest 18 suspected cultists in Enugu, recover arms
By Stanley Nwanosike Enugu, July 18, 2023 The Police Command in Enugu State has arrested no fewer than 18 suspected…
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Black Sea Grain Initiative: U.S. expresses regrets over Russia’s suspension
By Cecilia Ologunagba New York, July 17, 2023 United States Secretary of State, Anthony Blinken, on Monday expressed regrets over…
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Customs intercepts 31 arms, ammunition from US
The seized armsBy Chiazo Ogbolu Lagos, July 17, 2023 The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) says it intercepted 31 rifles within…
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Bayern CEO calls for restraint over Kane interest
Berlin, July 17, 2023 Bayern Munich CEO Jan-Christian Dreesen has asked for restraint and patience concerning their aim to sign…
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OAUTH resident doctors embark on two-week strike over unpaid salary, allowances
By Dorcas Elusogbon Ile-Ife (Osun), July 17, 2023 The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD), Obafemi Awolowo University…
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Adamu, finally resigns as APC Chairman
By Emmanuel Mogbede Abuja, July 17, 2023 Sen. Abdullahi Adamu, the All Progressives Congress (APC) National Chairman, has finally resigned…
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Court sentences prophet, one other to death for killing undergraduate in Osun
By Olajide Idowu Osogbo, July 17, 2023 An Osun State High Court sitting in Ikire, on Monday, convicted and sentenced…
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Amotekun parades 28 suspected criminals in Ondo
By Segun Giwa Akure, July 17, 2023 The Western Security Network Agency codenamed Amotekun, in Ondo State has apprehended 28…
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Tinubu and burden of ministerial list By Azu Ishiekwene
You may have seen it. The list, of course. Those who think that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is not moving…
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Alleged N5bn fraud: Court fixes July 21 for Sen. Stella Oduah’s arraignment
By Taiye Agbaje Abuja, July 17, 2023 A Federal High Court, Abuja has fixed July 21 for arraignment of Sen.…
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Kyari steps in, as Adamu resigns as APC National Chairman
By Emmanuel Mogbede Abuja, July, 17, 2023 Sen. Abubakar Kyari, the Deputy National Chairman (North) of the All Progressives Party…
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Obi salutes the Guardian @ 40; Recalls their huge sacrifice for democracy.
The Presidential Candidate of the Labour Party (LP) in the February 25, 2023 election, Mr. Peter Obi, has praised the…
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African leaders commit to regional integration, devt., cooperation
By Ismail Abdulaziz Abuja, July 16, 2023 African Heads of State and Government have declared their commitment to advancing integration,…
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Tinubu’s pig metaphor By Lasisi Olagunju
Monday, 17 July, 2023 Our president has charm. “Charm is seduction without sex,” says Robert Greene, author of ‘The Art…
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The yoke upon the Judiciary By Oseloka H. Obaze
Well before the 25 February date arrived, it was predicted that the 2023 general elections will be another milestone in…
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Freedom Online 5th lecture: Uzodimma, Diri, Daniel, Bode George, Olubolade, Tola Adeniyi confirm attendance
The fifth yearly lecture of Freedom Online, one of Nigeria’s fastest-growing online newspapers, will hold on Tuesday July 18 in…
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Dangote Cement increases capacity with new plants in Nigeria, Cote d’Ivoire, Ghana
…To roll out new plants in Nigeria, Cote d’Ivoire, Ghana. Dangote Cement has concluded plans to expand its production capacity…
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