Renowned Statistician, Prof. Chigbu, Appointed UNN’s Acting VC
The University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) has appointed Professor Polycarp Emeka Chigbu as its new Acting Vice-Chancellor. The appointment was made during the 288th University’s Governing Council meeting held at the University of Nigeria, Enugu Campus. Professor Chigbu, a renowned…
President Tinubu Orders Streamlining of Nigeria’s Delegation to UNGA
In a move aimed at reducing the cost of governance and promoting prudent management of resources, President Bola Tinubu has directed that only authorized officials with business at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) should attend the forthcoming meetings in…
40 Ilorin Residents Jailed for Environmental Offenses
A Magistrate Court in Ilorin, Kwara State, has sentenced 40 residents to three months imprisonment each for violating the state’s Environmental Law. The defendants, who pleaded guilty to charges ranging from indiscriminate disposal of refuse to illegal scavenging, were given…
Chaos on the Highway: Etsako Masquerade Feast Turns Nightmare for Motorists
_Thousands of Motorists Stranded on Abuja-Benin Expressway A traditional feast in Ido, Okpilla, Etsako East Local Government Area of Edo State, which was meant to celebrate age-old customs, has descended into chaos, leaving thousands of motorists stranded on the Abuja-Benin…
Tragedy Strikes Katsina and Benue States as Bandits Wreak Havoc
Katsina Governor’s Aide and Wife Killed, Another Abducted Over 20 Medical Students Kidnapped in Benue State, N50m Ransom Demanded A devastating series of attacks has left two states in Nigeria reeling, as bandits killed a top aide to the Katsina…
NNPC Limited Debunks Employment Slot Sale Rumors, Warns Jobseekers of Fraudsters
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Limited) has issued a stern warning to the public, particularly jobseekers, to disregard rumors that employment slots are being sold by the company. In a press release signed by Olufemi Soneye, Chief Corporate…
Edo Deputy Governor, Philip Shaibu, Reveals How Obaseki Became Governor, Slams Him for Not Recognizing His Reinstatement
The Edo State Deputy Governor, Philip Shaibu, has been at loggerheads with the state Governor, Godwin Obaseki, over issues regarding the governorship election in the state. Shaibu was recently reinstated to office by a Federal High Court, but Obaseki has…
New Constitution: The Patriots Address Concerns Over Engagement With President Tinubu, Reiterate Commitment
The Secretariat of the Patriots has issued a statement addressing concerns raised by some Nigerians, including a long-standing ally, regarding the group’s recent engagement with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on August 9, 2024. The Patriots clarified, in a statement signed…
FOOSTODEY Donates Branded Toyota Sienna Van to Mrs. Oborevwori’s ‘You Matter Charity Foundation’
In a heartwarming gesture, FOOSTODEY, an international Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO), has donated a branded Toyota Sienna van to the ‘You Matter Charity Foundation’ founded by Mrs. Tobore Oborevwori, wife of the Governor of Delta State. The donation was made in…
Peter Obi Slams Seizure of Nigeria’s Presidential Jets, Demands Transparency and Accountability
In a scathing statement, Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s Presidential Candidate in the 2023 election, has condemned the seizure of three Presidential Jets by authorities in France and Switzerland, describing it as an international embarrassment. Obi’s reaction comes as Nigerians…
Delta State Constitutes 7-Man Local Organising Committee for 8th National Youth Games
In preparation for the 8th National Youth Games (NYG) scheduled to hold from September 10th to 20th, 2024, in Asaba, Delta State, Governor Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori has approved the constitution of a 7-man Local Organising Committee (LOC). The committee…
