By Chinwuba Aneke It is said that a good service to God is service to humanity, and a good service to humanity is service to God. A good and honest service is a humane and integral aspect of life, albeit it can get difficult most times. People who can still stand tall and serve for … [Read more…]
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) chairmanship candidate for Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC), Dr Paul Moses, has declared that the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, cannot influence or “write” election results in AMAC, insisting that residents would defend their votes in Saturday’s poll. Moses made the remarks in a video shared … [Read more…]
In a decisive move to accelerate Nigeria’s innovation-driven development agenda, the Honourable Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Kingsley Tochukwu Udeh, SAN, paid a high-level courtesy visit to the United Nations Resident Coordinator, Mohammed Malik Fall, at the United Nations House. The strategic engagement signals a renewed commitment by the Federal Ministry of Innovation, Science … [Read more…]
Ogun Police Command has said it is set to prosecute a female TikTok content creator, identified as Mirabel, following an alleged confession that her viral rape claim was fabricated. Mirabel reportedly made the admission during a recorded telephone conversation with social media commentator VeryDarkMan, also known as VDM. The audio, which surfaced online on Thursday, … [Read more…]
Indian police have arrested four men in connection with the killing of a woman and her 10-month-old son in Jharkhand state, following accusations of witchcraft in their remote tribal village, BBC News has reported. The victims, Jyoti Sinku and her infant, were set on fire in Kudsai hamlet, approximately 250 kilometres from the state capital, … [Read more…]
Former Vice President and 14th Vice President of Nigeria, Yemi Osinbajo, has applauded Governor Alex Otti for what he described as purposeful, people-centered leadership that is repositioning Abia State for sustainable growth and prosperity. Speaking during his visit to the Governor in his office on Wednesday, February 18th, which coincided with the Governor’s birthday, Prof. … [Read more…]
Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State has released an additional N2.3 billion for the payment of outstanding gratuities owed to retired public servants in the state. The latest disbursement brings the total amount paid by his administration since assuming office on May 29, 2023, to approximately N80 billion, according to a statement from the … [Read more…]
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has commended the Enugu State chapter of the party for the successful congresses in the 260 political wards of the state, describing the exercise as peaceful, free, fair, and credible. The commendation was given by the Chairman of the APC Ward and Local Government Congresses Committee in Enugu State, Hon. … [Read more…]
The Federal Capital Territory Minister, Nyesom Wike, has announced “a work-free day on Friday,” and imposed a restriction of movement from 8 pm on Friday until 6 pm on Saturday ahead of the Area Council elections. Wike made the announcement in a special broadcast on national television and radio stations on Thursday, urging residents to … [Read more…]
Rivers State House of Assembly has suspended impeachment proceedings against Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Prof. Ngozi Ordu. This followed the recent intervention of President Bola Tinubu in the lingering crisis between the governor and the 27 lawmakers of the Assembly loyal to the Minister of Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike. The lawmakers … [Read more…]
…as Enugu Govt sets aside N32 billion for pensions, gratuities in 2026 budget Labour leaders in Enugu State have applauded Governor Peter Mbah following what they described as a productive and solution-driven consultative meeting, expressing excitement over a new welfare interventions for workers and retirees. The commendation came after a strategic engagement between the governor … [Read more…]
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has suffered another major blow in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) ahead of Saturday’s Area Council elections, with its chairmanship candidate for Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC) stepping down to support his All Progressives Congress (APC) counterpart. Hon. Zadna Dantani announced his withdrawal from the race on Thursday, throwing his … [Read more…]