It’s shameful old, bullion van politicians not leaving the stage for youths – Pastor Bakare
The Serving Overseer of the Citadel Global Community Church, Pastor Tunde Bakare, has decried the refusal of old Nigerians to leave the political stage for the youths. Bakare blamed the challenges facing the nation on those he described as “moneybags…
Regardless Of Your Wealth, You’re Poor If Your Nation Is Poor — Peter Obi
Peter Obi, the 2019 PDP Presidential running mate to Atiku Abubakar has stated that a rich personality in a poor nation is obviously a poor citizen. “Few years ago I heard of a Prof. Of medicine who had an accident…
Why I refused using phone for over one year – Isa Pantami
The Minister of Communication and Digital Economy, Isa Pantami, has disclosed that he refused to use a mobile phone for over one year when it was introduced into the country. Pantami said his refusal was due to the negative belief…
Lagos charges man with murder, to arrest govt officials’ attackers
Lagos State Government has condemned the attack on a LASTMA official, ordering the arrest and prosecution of anyone who assaults government and security officials on lawful duties. Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Moyosore Onigbanjo made the announcement at a meeting…
Why I’m unapologetic about sponsoring social media bill – APC National Chairmanship aspirant
“..It will surprise you to know that I have a blueprint to go in there as a chairman. And that blueprint is based on the three R’s. When I’m talking about reorganisation, nobody has asked what kind of reorganisation you…
IGP told to dismantle roadblocks in S/East immediately
The Inspector-General of Police, Usman Alkali Baba, has been urged to, without further delay, dismantle all police checkpoints in the southeast. The human rights advocacy group made the call in a statement signed by its National Coordinator, Comrade Emmanuel Onwubiko,…
Harris says US ‘stands with Ukraine’ while warning Russia of ‘swift, severe and united’ consequences By Kate Sullivan, Allie Malloy and Jasmine Wright, CNN
Vice President Kamala Harris on Saturday vowed there would be a “swift, severe and united” response if Russia invades Ukraine and assured Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky the US “stands with Ukraine.” In remarks at the Munich Security Conference in Germany,…
FULL LIST: Five other Nigerian athletes actively serving bans for doping
The list excludes the likes of Chioma Ajunwa and Mary Onyali, who, though banned in the past, served their punishments and returned to action before they retired. After months of apprehension and uncertainties, Blessing Okagbare, on Friday, became the sixth…
Nigeria needs more ‘rebels’ – Obasanjo
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has said the Nigerian nation “needs more rebels” to speak the truth to power without minding whose ox is gored. This, according to Obasanjo, is one of the greatest steps towards rebuilding the nation. Obasanjo spoke…
Army charges officers to stick to virtue of loyalty as 295 cadets pass out
The Nigeria Army has charged the 295 cadets of Short Service Course (SSC) 47 to uphold the symbol of loyalty as they are posted to their respective places of assignment. Major General Anthony Omozoje, Chief of Policy and Plans Nigerian…