Summon political will to tackle banditry, others – NDYM raises alarm over proliferation of banditry
A group, Niger Delta Youth Movement, NDYM, has called on the presidency to gather the political will to tackle persistent banditry, kidnapping in Nigeria, especially in the northern part of the country. It also lamented the proliferation of firearms in…
LCC postpones resumption of toll collection at Lekki-Ikoyi link bridge
The Lekki Concession Company (LCC) has postponed the resumption of toll collection at the Lekki-Ikoyi link bridge. This was confirmed in a statement by LCC Managing-Director director, Yomi Omomuwasan, on Friday. Omomuwasan noted that the company will announce a new…
2023 PDP adjusts dates on sale, submission of nomination forms
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has extended the closing dates for the purchase and submission of Expression of Interest and Nomination Forms ahead of the 2023 general elections. According to a statement signed by PDP’s National Publicity Secretary, Debo Ologunagba,…
FA Cup/EPL Lawrenson predicts outcome of Man City vs Liverpool, Chelsea, Arsenal, Man United, others
Former Liverpool star, Mark Lawrenson has predicted outcomes of the Premier League fixtures and FA Cup semi-final ties taking place this weekend. Manchester City will face Liverpool in the FA Cup semi-final tie on Saturday at Wembley Stadium, while Chelsea…
Easter Homily and Nigerian impact
Sunday April 17th 2022 is Easter Sunday and for Nigerian Christians who are well over 100 million citizens, this year’s celebration has come at a very challenging time and as it were, the challenges posed by insecurity and the difficulties…
EPL Rangnick speaks on regrets about taking Man Utd job
Manchester United interim manager, Ralf Rangnick has insisted he has no regrets about taking the job. Rangnick replaced Ole Gunnar Solskjaer on a temporary basis last December. The German will hand over to Solskjaer’s permanent successor this summer, before taking…
Shehu Sani sends message to Okocha , Kanu, others over Drogba, Eto’o
Former federal lawmaker, Shehu Sani has questioned former Nigeria internationals for staying away from sports administration in the country. The former lawmaker wondered what the likes of Jay Jay Okocha, Kanu Nwankwo, Oliseh, Finding Judges were afraid of, following the…
Dariye/Nyame Extend presidential pardon to petty thieves – Falana tells Buhari
Rights activist, Mr Femi Falana (SAN) has urged the Federal Government under the administration of President Muhammadu Buhari to extend presidential pardon to people serving terms for petty offences. Falana said this at the 1st anniversary of Afenifere’s late spokesman,…
Nigerian Newspapers 10 things you need to know this Saturday morning
Good morning! Here is today’s summary from Nigerian Newspapers 1. Gunmen, on Friday, invaded Isuofia community, Aguata Local Government Area, where Anambra State Governor, Prof Charles Soludo hails from. Our reporter gathered that one policeman was killed in the process,…