Reflections on Death, Leadership, and Zanga Zanga in Nigeria
As I mourn the loss of my father, I am reminded of the fleeting nature of life and the importance of living in the present. The politics of his burial and the lavishness that follows are a stark contrast to…
EndBadGovernance Protest Organisers Meet IGP, Insist On Street Protests
The organisers of the planned #EndBadGovernance protest, scheduled to start on Thursday, August 1, 2024, have rejected a proposal by the Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kayode Egbetokun for confined protests, insisting on taking to the streets across Nigeria. At…
Looming Nationwide Protests: Citizens Give Government Ultimatum to Address Hunger and Hardships
Nigerians are set to take to the streets on August 1st in a nationwide citizens’ protest against hunger and hardships, despite government threats and gimmicks. The United Action Front of Civil Society (UAFCS) has commended citizens’ determination and resilience, urging…
Delta State Makes Significant Progress in Containing Cholera Outbreak – Official
The Delta State Government has successfully curtailed the spread of cholera, which had ravaged the state since February this year. According to the State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Joseph Onojaeme, the government’s swift response and measures have led to a…
Ughelli North Leaders Unanimously Endorse Governor Oborevwori’s Developmental Strides
In a resounding show of support, the Elected and Political Appointees Forum of Ughelli North Local Government Area has passed a unanimous vote of confidence in Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s leadership and infrastructural transformation of Delta State. The endorsement was made…
Northern Group Warns Against ‘Misguided’ Protest, Calls for Collaboration with Government
The Northern Patriotic Front (NPF) has sounded a warning against the planned protest scheduled for August 1st-10th across selected states in Nigeria, including the FCT, describing it as “misguided” and “ill-timed”. In a press statement, the group’s Convener/Chairman, Alhaji Ali…
Veteran Journalist Aliagan Launches Bid for NGIJ Presidency, Vows to Elevate Investigative Journalism
With a wealth of experience and a comprehensive platform, Abdulrahman Aliagan, the Group Managing Editor of TimeNigeria Magazine, has officially announced his candidacy for the position of National President of the Nigerian Guild of Investigative Journalists (NGIJ). Aliagan, a former…
Coalition of Pro-Democracy Groups to Hold Mega Rally Against Military Takeover in Abuja
A coalition of pro-democracy groups, in conjunction with local and foreign journalists, has announced a mega rally to protest against military takeover in Nigeria. The event, tagged “Tinubu Mandate Protection Rally (Part II),” is scheduled to hold on Monday, July…
Supreme Court Rules in Favour of Local Government Autonomy, Bars Governors from Holding Council Funds
In a landmark judgment, the Supreme Court has declared that it is unconstitutional for state governors to withhold funds meant for local government administrations. The court’s decision comes after the Federal Government instituted a suit against the 36 state governors,…
Widow Accuses Estate Chairman of Sabotaging First Lady’s Every-Home-A-Garden Initiative
A widow, Ebere Mogbo, has raised alarm over being prevented by the chairman of the estate where she resides from participating in the N25 million every-home-a-garden competition of the First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu. The initiative, aimed at…
Tinubu’s Ministry of Livestock: A Political Juxtapose or Financial Misadventure? – Ameh Queries Rationale
Chief Peter Ameh, former Chairman of the Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC) and National Secretary of the Coalition of United Political Parties (CUPP), has joined critics in questioning the necessity and potential impact of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s newly established Ministry…
