The Movement for the Actualisation of the Sovereign State of Biafra (MASSOB) yesterday said that the burial of the deceased Biafran leader, Dim Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu, would be a unique platform for the unity of Igbos. MASSOB leader, Chief Ralph U...
The last home-bound flight conveying the last batch of Nigeria pilgrims from Saudi Arabia arrived in the country on Tuesday, with pilgrims from Benue State and some officials of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) through Max Air, marking ...
Men of the Rivers State Police Command yesterday killed two suspected armed robbers during an exchange of fire with a gang of hoodlums in Gokana area of the State. LEADERSHIP gathered that the hoodlums, numbering about four and dressed in military camo...
A young lady, (names withheld), who was accused of attempting to kidnap two children yesterday, narrowly escaped being lynched by an angry mob in Wuse market. An eyewitness, Danladi Yakubu, said trouble started when two children - a boy, 4 years and a ...
As the governorship election tussle in Benue State of Nigeria continues to generate controversy, a United States-based human rights group, Justice for Nigeria (JN), has petitioned the Chief Justice of the Federation (CJN), Justice Dahiru Musdapher, the...
These are definitely not the best of times for Nollywood star actress, Uche Jombo as her longtime boyfriend, Nigerian born International football player, Uche Ikechukwu has dumped her. Since they started dating, Ikechukwu maintained a shy attitude abou...
The Senate yesterday allayed fears over the delay in the presentation of the 2012 budget by President Goodluck Jonathan to the National Assembly, saying there was nothing to worry about since it will not affect the overall performance of the budget. Se...
Seven persons, including four policemen were under interrogation over the killing of the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) of Uratta Police Station, Aba, Abia State, Mr Celestine Ozuruora. The Commissioner of Police confirmed to the News Agency of Nigeri...
Members of the House of Representatives yesterday, reduced the virement figures sent by President Goodluck Jonathan in September from N98.4 to N31.9 billion. The amended version of the proposal was thereafter approved by the lawmakers after an extensiv...
In Africa, it is believed that the words of elders are words of wisdom. Professor Adamu Mahdi, a Professor of History and former Vice Chancellor of the Usmanu Dan-Fodio University, Sokoto, between 1982 to 1989 is a respected elder statesman in Kebbi St...
Propelled by his debate performances and the demise of Herman Cain’s candidacy, former House Speaker, Newt Gingrich, sits atop the Republican presidential field in Iowa with a clear lead over his closest competitors, according to a new Washington...
Strong indications emerged last night that a Deputy Director in the House of Representatives, Mrs. Hajara Ibrahim Salim, may be named as the Deputy Governor of Gombe State any moment from now. The development was sequel to the death of former Deputy Go...
All commercial banks in Azare town of Katagum Local Government Area of Bauchi state have remained in lock and key following last Sunday’s armed attacks in the city. It could recalled that unknown gunmen had on the early morning of Sunday in...
Katsina state government has earmarked the sum of two hundred and sixty five million naira (N265M) for its Conditional Cash Transfer (CCT) programme to boost girl-child education in the state. Addressing newsmen in Katsina yesterday, the Special Advise...
Contrary to allegations making the rounds that Sokoto State governor, Alhaji Aliyu Wamako worked against the victory of President Goodluck Jonathan in the last election, two political interest groups Good Governance Project Initiative (GGPI) and Pro-In...