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A public presentation of a Compendium, three books and one international magazine on the presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Mr. Peter Obi, will hold in Abuja on Tuesday, February 7, 2023. The personal letter signed by Mr. Peter Obi, inviting his friends, supporters and well-wishers to the event, …

Determined to uphold its mandate of increasing the number, influence and impact of women in political and leadership positions across the world, the Women Political Leaders (WPL) has appointed former Vice President of the World Bank, Dr Obiageli Ezekwesili, to chair of its board. She replaces Helen Clark, former Prime …

Operatives of the Lagos Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, have commenced investigation of Oluwadarasimi Omoseyin, an actress and cosmetologist, for allegedly tampering with the redesigned Naira notes, an offence contrary to Section 21 (5) of the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN Act, 2007. Omoseyin, according …

Rev. (Mrs.) Yvonne Pelemo, the wife of the General Overseer (G.O) of the World Overcomers’ Church, Evangelist Steve K. Pelemo has turned 63 today, February 3, 2023 and is being celebrated by her husband, the Church members, friends and associates across the world. The Church has its headquarters in Abule-Egba, …

By Leonard Okachie Umuahia, Feb. 2, 2023 Most Rev. Michael Ukpong was on Thursday formally installed as the third Bishop of Umuahia Catholic Diocese in Abia. The highly spiritual and solemn ceremony, which took place at the Mater Dei Cathedral, Umuahia, was performed by the Apostolic Nuncio to Nigeria, Archbishop …

By Lizzy Okoji Abuja, Feb. 2, 2023 Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr. Geoffrey Onyeama says the corrupt-free record of President Muhammadu Buhari is a key facilitator for the return of the Abacha loot and other stolen national assets. Onyeama made this known on Thursday in Abuja during the 22nd Edition …

By Habibu Harisu Sokoto, Feb. 2, 2023 The Sokoto State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has condemned the recent resurgence of political thuggery at political campaigns and rallies in the state. The NUJ made the condemnation in a statement jointly signed by the Council’s Chairman, Malam Dalhatu …

Majek Fashek was a magician, and he could always come up with all makes of mischief. Majek was once rehearsing at daytime in Silver Shadow Night Club, Ola Ayinde Street, Ikeja, Lagos where my legendary DJ friend Stagger Lee reigned at night. I was in the neighbourhood with my love …

President Muhammadu Buhari has approved the appointment of Mr. Olusegun Awolowo as the Secretary, National Action Committee on the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) for a tenure of four years with effect from December 19, 2022. As Secretary, Mr. Awolowo is expected to provide direction to the National Action …

Management of Vanguard Newspapers over the weekend bestowed the honour of “Personality of the Year” on the President of Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote. The Newspaper rolled out red carpet in celebration of men and women who have distinguished themselves as achievers of excellence in their various fields of endeavors. Governors, …

President Muhammadu Buhari has sent warm greetings to retired Professor of Oral History, University of Ibadan, Prof. Bolanle Awe, on her 90th birthday, rejoicing with the renowned scholar, administrator and publisher on the landmark age, heralded with accomplishments. President Buhari, in a statement by Femi Adesina, his Special Adviser (Media …

•••Says Peoples’ Mandate can’t be stolen  Following days of massive protests and demonstrations across Osun State, the state’s helmsman, Governor Ademola Adeleke, has expressed appreciation to the people of the state for their passionate show of love and rejection of the Kangaroo judgement of the governorship tribunal. Reacting to protests …

Excerpts from the Remarks by Ambassador (Dr) Motumisi Tawana, Consul General of South Africa in New York and Chairman, African Consuls General Group (ACGG) at the Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Event held at Essex County College in collaboration with the ACGG on 24 January 2023.  Protocols Let me …

I can never get tired of celebrating Nigerian literature, arguably Nigeria’s greatest gift to the world. The politics of Nigeria is a disaster that makes the whole wide world laugh at the so-called “Giant of Africa”. Aside from creative literature, Nigeria towers on the global front through the grand achievements …

By Naomi Sharang Abuja, Jan. 24, 2023 President Muhammadu Buhari has written the Senate seeking the confirmation of the appointment of former Inspector-General (I-G) of Police Solomon Arase (retd), as Chairman, Police Service Commission (PSC). The request is contained in a letter addressed to the President of the Senate, Ahmad …

Members of the African Consuls General Group of New York, United States of America (USA) will be Guest Speakers at a program being put together to celebrate the iconic civil rights leader,Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in Newark, New Jersey on Tuesday, January 24, 2023. The Memorial event, being …

By Polycarp Auta Jos, Jan. 20, 2023 Mr. Peter Obi, the Presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), says he will run an all-inclusive government if elected President. Obi, who made the promise at the party’s rally on Friday in Jos, promised to carry youth, women and Persons with Disabilities …

*We share stream with cows for drinking water -Bekwarra Monarch *Bad roads now coat people with dust called Ayade powder *We’re ashamed of his performance By Sixtus Uket (Calabar) Tales of woe arising from the insensitivity of the Cross River State Government led by Prof. Ben Ayade to the plight …

Presidential Candidate of the Labour Party (LP) in Nigeria’s upcoming elections, Mr. Peter Obi, has congratulated former Commonwealth Secretary General, Chief Emeka Anyaoku, on his 90th birthday, Wednesday, January 18, 2023, pointing out to the elder statesman that Nigeria still needs his “experience and invaluable contributions for her to navigate the …

Mighty congratulations, Mama, Professor Bolanle Awe, as you step gracefully and gingerly into the Nonagenarian Season of life. This is a wintry age in which the beauty which you have worn these many decades , through the rough and tumble of life, has transfigured into admirable inner charm and grace …

President Muhammadu Buhari has felicitated with former Secretary-General of the Commonwealth, Chief Emeka Anyaoku as he turns 90 January 18, 2023. The President also warmly rejoices with former Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of NB plc, Elder Felix Ohiwerei, on his 86th birthday, also on January 18, 2023, congratulating the exceptional and …

The oldest indigenous Social Club in Nigeria, the Yoruba Tennis Club has performed the investiture ceremony of the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, Ojaja 11, as the Vice-Patron of the Club. The Chairman of the Club, Bro. Chief Euzebio Damazio, made the open announcement at the Ooni’s Palace on …

Ehigimetor Igbaugba Obanliku (Cross River), Jan. 17, 2023 Ex-Gov Donald Duke of Cross River on Monday in Obanliku, near Calabar, bemoaned the present state of the once famous Obudu Cattle Ranch. Duke, however, said that the time for restoration was near, and urged the people of the locality not to …

Ayo, Omo Olukotun, Odabo! Orere tigbo Oba re re Aghoin bo* No matter for how long The Minstrel of the forest Roams and roams, Return he must To the warmth of the thicket. Orere tigbo. Ayo, You have crossed numerous brooks, Bare-footed, you have allowed the weeds, Blown by the …