Over 150 people are missing after a boat with 300 passengets capsized in Mokwa local government area of Niger state. This is coming barely a week after the National Hydroelectric Power Producing Areas Development Commission (N-HYPPADEC) distributed 33 fibreglass boats to nine States to prevent boat accidents. The incident, it was learnt, occured around 8.30 … [Read more…]
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is set to depart Abuja today for a two-week vacation in the United Kingdom, as part of his annual leave. This was contained in a statement issued on Wednesday, October 2, by the special adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga. During his time abroad, the president will use … [Read more…]
The 2023 Presidential candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso, has criticised the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) under President Bola Tinubu, stating that the party’s unpopular policies have worsened poverty and hunger in the country. According to the former Kano State Governor, the APC is also struggling to address the … [Read more…]
POEM I can barely hear The sound of drums That were loud and clear Re-vibrated the four-walls of the nation Pumped into echo At Tafawa Balewa square Lagos on a day like this. October 1, 1960 as the episode. Where a giant was born Who now wobbles on it feet, Nigeria. Even at 64? The … [Read more…]
…Two injured in Tel Aviv: Report …Israel military says Iran missile attack over, citizens can leave shelters Israeli military spokesperson Daniel Hagari just held a televised address. In it, he said the Israeli military is “fully prepared to defend and retaliate” to the Iranian attack, stressing that it would be in a “timely manner”. The … [Read more…]
…Explosions heard in Jerusalem …Missile seen shot down over Jordan …Biden says United States prepared to help Israel defend itself Iran fired a salvo of ballistic missiles at Israel on Tuesday in retaliation for Israel’s campaign against Tehran’s Hezbollah allies in Lebanon. Alarms sounded across Israel and explosions could be heard in Jerusalem and the … [Read more…]
…Calls for national unity Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Mbah, has commended Nigerians for their resilience in the face of challenges, urging them to continue to keep hope alive, as the current effort to reposition the county would ultimately yield fruits. Mbah also called for national unity, which he said, remained a major factor … [Read more…]
Isa Umar, Abuja Following an attack on Saturday night at Maradun, the hometown of the immediate past governor of Zamfara State and Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun has been asked to investigate the attack and caution the alleged foot-dragging by the state government on the matter. … [Read more…]
The 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has stated that October 1 should be a day of sober reflection for Nigerians because of the hardship bedevilling the nation. Peter Obi said most countries that got independence like Nigeria 64 years ago have performed better in all development indexes.In his Independence Day message … [Read more…]
As Nigeria marks its 64th Independence Anniversary, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has raised concerns about the state of democracy, warning that the country is on the verge of a one-party dictatorship. Atiku, in a statement he personally signed yesterday, urged political elites to unite and defend the democratic process from slipping into authoritarianism. The … [Read more…]
TEXT OF NATIONAL BROADCAST BY PRESIDENT BOLA AHMED TINUBU ON THE 64TH INDEPENDENCE ANNIVERSARY OF THE FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA OCTOBER 1, 2024 Fellow Nigerians, as I address you today, I am deeply aware of the struggles many of you face in these challenging times. Our administration knows that many of you struggle with rising … [Read more…]
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated Nigerians on the country’s 64th Independence anniversary, but charged them to work in unity to surmount the economic and security challenges facing the country. In a statement in Asaba by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, Governor Oborevwori admonished Nigerians to work in unison, irrespective … [Read more…]