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A heavy downpour that hit Nsukka, Enugu State, on Friday left parts of the town flooded, sparking widespread reactions on social media as residents debated the causes of the incident and called for government intervention. The flooding, which affected sections of a major road in Nsukka, triggered discussions among residents and commentators, with many attributing … [Read more…]
Amobi Ezeaku, General Manager of Rangers International FC, says he will decide within the next three weeks whether to remain at the club, citing family concerns, health challenges, and lucrative international opportunities. Speaking during Rangers’ end-of-season briefing, Ezeaku said the decision would be one of the most important of his professional career after nearly three … [Read more…]
Presidency says progress has been made toward state police establishment, with constitutional amendment expected after ongoing consultations. The Presidency on Thursday disclosed that reasonable progress has been made towards establishing state police, with a constitutional amendment expected soon, following months of consultations among the Executive, the National Assembly and security authorities. Chief of Staff to … [Read more…]
Ikenga Nkanu Worldwide has congratulated the Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Ndubuisi Mbah, on what it described as his landmark achievements in political leadership and administrative excellence. In a congratulatory message signed by its Chancellor, SNC Nwagu, FIICA, MNIIA, the group commended the governor for his performance in office, stating that his administration has … [Read more…]
Rangers International FC has expressed sadness over the road accident involving the contingent of Rivers United FC while travelling to their President Federation Cup fixture. In a statement signed by the General Manager and Chief Executive Officer of Rangers International FC, Amobi Ezeaku, the club extended its heartfelt sympathies to everyone affected by the incident. … [Read more…]
The Enugu State Government has warned against an alleged plan by some market leaders to shut down major markets within the state capital on Saturday to show support during a rally backing reelection of Governor Peter Mbah and President Bola Tinubu. The government stated that such a move contradicts the Mbah Administration’s determined effort to … [Read more…]
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has explained how Lere Olayinka, the spokesperson to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, obtained and subsequently published screenshots containing the voter registration details of Nollywood actor, Emeka Ike. According to a publication by PREMIUM TIMES, the multimedia Nigerian publication said the details were revealed … [Read more…]
…Gov. Aiyedatiwa commends judgment A Federal High Court sitting in Abuja on Wednesday sentenced four men to death by hanging for their roles in the 2022 terrorist attack on St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, Owo, Ondo State, which left over 40 worshippers dead and about 141 others injured. The convicts are Idris Abdulmalik Omeiza, 25; … [Read more…]
There was a twist yesterday to Saturday’s abduction of one-time military spokesman Maj.-Gen Rabe Abubakar and his wife. Abductors of the General demanded the release of their men in security custody as condition for the release of their victims. The General was spokesman of the Defence Headquarters (DHQ) 2015 and 2017 before retiring from the Army. According … [Read more…]
The Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Dr. Kingsley Tochukwu Udeh (SAN), has called for deeper collaboration between the Federal Government and state governments to drive innovation-led growth, saying science, technology and innovation remain central to Nigeria’s ambition of building a $1 trillion economy. Speaking at the Plateau State Science, Technology and Innovation Festival (PLASSTIFEST) … [Read more…]
President Bola Tinubu will on June 12 address a joint session of the National Assembly and deliver a presidential broadcast as part of activities marking Nigeria’s 27th Democracy Day anniversary, the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, announced on Tuesday. This was contained in a statement signed by the special adviser … [Read more…]
Nigeria’s security forces have recorded fresh successes in the fight against terrorism and violent crime, with a joint Nigeria-United States intelligence-led operation eliminating 21 ISWAP fighters in Borno State, while troops of the Nigerian Army rescued 23 kidnapped passengers in Kogi State. Security sources said the anti-terror operation, coordinated by the Nigerian Air Force and … [Read more…]