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By Ikechukwu Iweajunwa Owerri, Aug 20, 2019 Former governor of Imo State, Sen. Rochas Okorocha, has described the state government’s arrest order against him as an open invitation to anarchy in Imo. Okorocha said this in a press statement signed by his Special Assistant on Media, Mr Sam Onwuemeodo, and …

By Edith Nwapi Abuja, Aug. 30, 2019 The Executive Secretary, National Human Rights Commission, NHRC, Mr Tony Ojukwu, on Friday called for the establishment of  a database for missing persons in Nigeria. Ojukwu made the call on the commemoration of  the UN International Day of the Victims of Enforced Disappearances observed on …

By Ugonne Uzoma Owerri, Aug.30, 2019 The Coalition of United Political Parties, CUPP, in the country has raised concern over the reported abduction of the National Chairman of the Action Alliance, AA, Mr. Kenneth Udeze, by gunmen on Friday in Abuja. In a statement issued to newsmen in Owerri, the …

By Naomi Sharang Abuja, Aug. 30, 2019 Operatives of the Economic Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) Ilorin Zonal Office have arrested Joseph Oyediran, one of the internet fraudsters wanted by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). This is part of an international crackdown on a syndicate of cyber criminals. EFCC’s spokesman …

By Funmilayo Adeyemi Abuja, Aug. 30, 2019 The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), has commended the Governor of Oyo State, Mr Seyi Makinde, for appointing 27-year-old Seun Fakorede as commissioner. Mr Adeyemi Azeez, Public Relations Officer (PRO) of the association, gave the commendation in a statement made available to …

Enugu State Government has appointed the former Inspector General of Police, Mr. Ogbonna Onovo, its Security Consultant. The appointment was contained in a statement by the Secretary to the State Government, Prof. Simon Uchenna Ortuanya. Chief Onovo, who hails from Enugu State, recently served as the Chairman of the Sectoral …

Lagos State Environment Sanitation and Special Offenses Taskforce on Friday intercepted a truck laden with 48 motorcycles and 123 men coming from Jigawa State. The truck was seized, following a tip off by members of the public who raised security concerns about the manner with which the occupants of the …

An explosion has occurred on the Abura Crude Trunk Line belonging to the Nigerian Petroleum Development Company (NPDC) in Delta State of Nigeria. The incident happened on Friday at Otu-Jeremi community in Ughelli South Local Government Area of the state isolating the pipeline from operations and raising concerns on oil …

By Moses Kolo Kafanchan (Kaduna) Aug. 30, 2019 Gunmen on Thursday evening killed five villagers and burned some houses at a village in Kaura Local Government Area of Kaduna State. Mr Bege Katuka, the Interim Management Committee Chairman of the local government told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on …

The Inspector General of Police, Mohammed Adamu, has said the hierarchy of the Force has come to the realisation that present day law enforcement requires more than the old ways of doing things, hence its decision to change the face for community policing. Adamu, represented by the Assistant Inspector General …

In a bid to save lives and to contribute greatly to the healthcare delivery for Nigerians, Kia amongst other brands and companies in Dana Group partnered with Rotary Club of Lagos Island District 9110, Lagos State and Sathya Sai International Organisation of Nigeria on a blood donation camp aimed at …

The Oodua People’s Congress on Thursday honoured 21 Nigerians for their contributions to the growth of the organisation and their belief in and pursuit of the Yoruba cause. The honour was bestowed on the recipients at a well attended ceremony to mark the 25th anniversary of the OPC. The group …

The Oodua People’s Congress, OPC, may go into partisan politics if the conditions that warranted its setting up are not in place in the country in the next few months. The National Coordinator of the OPC and Aare Ona Kakanfo of Yorubaland, Iba Gani Adams, dropped the hint at the …

The frequent and ongoing xenophobic attacks on Nigerians and other African immigrants in Pretoria, Johannesburg, Cape Town and other South African cities, to say the least is very sad and unbecoming, not only for the Nigeria- South Africa relationship but what this symbolizes and portends for the present and future …

Mr. Elumelu’s statement captured his vision of a relationship between Japan and Africa, which prioritises economic and shared prosperity TOKYO, Japan, August 30, 2019/ — Achim Steiner, UNDP Administrator Praises Tony Elumelu’s Private-Sector Led Approach to African Development; President of South Africa, H.E. Cyril Ramaphosa: “If you want really good …

By Rotimi Ijikanmi Abuja, Aug. 30, 2019 The Federal Government has alleged that the awarded 9.6 billion dollars judgment debt against Nigeria over a botched gas contract is a calculated attempt by international and local scammers to deplete the country’s rising foreign reserves. The Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji …

By Joy Kaka, Isaac Aregbesola Abuja, Aug.30, 2019 The chairman, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission, Abike Dabiri-Erewa,  has reiterated her call on the South African Police to speed up the trial of four policemen, linked to the death of Mr Pius Abiaziem. NAN reports that the South African authorities noted that four members …

As part of efforts aimed at effectively curtailing crimes in Nigeria, the Inspector-General of Police, IGP M.A Adamu, has ordered the deployment of Police aerial surveillance helicopters to major cities in the South-West and North-West of the country. According to a statement by DCP Frank Mba, Force Public Relations Officer, while …

In the colonial era, it was normal to see whites brutalizing and oppressing blacks as aptly epitomized by the atrocious Trans Atlantic Slave Trade and other similar obnoxious acts. Although, colonialism has effectively ended in Africa, but the chilling news from the Rainbow Nation simply shows that the equation has …

      Nigerians have been alerted about a plot to rubbish the image of the Vice Presidential Candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the last general election, Mr. Peter Obi. Investigations reveal an alleged meeting recently held in the Anambra State Government House, Awka, during which one …

By Emmanuel Antswen Makurdi, Aug. 30, 2019 Gov. Samuel Ortom of Benue has urged security agencies in Taraba to fish out the killers of Rev. Fr. David Tanko of St. Peter’s Catholic Parish, Amadu in Taraba State. Ortom, in a statement issued on Friday by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr …

Governorship contender in Bayelsa State, Barrister Anthony George-Ikoli on Friday raised the issue of a level playing field, urging the national leadership of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) to ensure a fair and credible process. George-Ikoli made his position known in Sagbama and spoke against imposition even more strongly in …

The Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON) has dismissed as falsehood and the antic of online fraudsters news that it is in the process of recruiting new staff. The Nigerian government agency, in a statement by Jude Nwauzor, its Head, Corporate Communications​, insisted that it is “NOT recruiting at the moment,” and …

Reverend Father Peter Iwuala marked the 10th Anniversary of his priestly ordination with fanfare and thanksgiving to the Almighty God. The landmark event was held on August 16, 2019 with Holy Mass at the Blessed Sacrament Church, 610 Clinton Avenue, Newark, New Jersey, United States and a well attended  reception immediately …

The contractor handling repainting of the headquarters building of Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries, Mr. Success Venture, has apologised for the failure of his workers to use the safety gear provided for them while working on the church’s headquarters building. The photograph of some painters on a ladder working on …