FG’s N5bn To States Won’t Translate To N1,500 Per Person – NLC
The President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Joe Ajaero, says the N5 billion approved for each state and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to cushion the impact of fuel subsidy removal is inadequate to impact on the people. Ajaero,…
Why Governor Uba Sani Shouldn’t Be Dragged Into El-Rufai’s Replacement Nomination Saga — APC chieftain
A prominent chieftain of the All Progressive Congress (APC) in Kaduna, Hajiya Bilkisu Gidado, has advised party faithfuls to refrain from dragging Governor Uba Sani into the recent nomination of Nasir El-Rufai’s ministerial replacement. While speaking with newsmen on Friday,…
ARISE, Edo’s Local Government Polls: Empower Through Informed Choices
By Williams Ayonote Approaching the upcoming Edo State 2023 Local Area Elections slated for September 2nd, we find ourselves at a crucial juncture that holds great significance for our communities. This impending event underscores the necessity of upholding fundamental principles:…
Forging Empowerment and Inclusiveness: Edo’s Deputy Governor Sets Youth Progress in Motion
By Williams Ayonote On this auspicious occasion of International Youth Day, a day dedicated to celebrating the vitality, resilience and potential of our younger generation, Philip Shuiabu the Deputy, Governor of Edo State steps onto the stage with determination and…
Former First Lady Patience Jonathan Meets First Lady Remi Tinubu, Says “It’s Your Turn”
Dame Patience Faka Jonathan, the former First Lady has paid a courtesy visit to Senator Remi Tinubu, the First Lady of Nigeria, at the State House in Abuja. The former First Lady, who was received by the wife of President…
Russian President Offers Military, Tech Ties To Countries Against The West
The Russian President, Vladimir Putin, has pledged that his country is prepared to deepen bilateral ties with countries pursuing their national interests against the West. He said his country which has been in fierce war with Ukraine and hostility with…
Gov Oborevwori Rejoices with Moses Odibo at 70
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori has congratulated renowned lawyer and politician, Chief Moses Odibo, on his 70th birth anniversary on August 16. In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, on Wednesday in Asaba, the…
Oborevwori felicitates Orugbo at 63
Governor of Delta State, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori has congratulated former Chairman of Udu Local Government Council, Chief Andrew Orugbo as he clocks 63 years on Tuesday, August 15. In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon,…
Yes, You Can Remove Billboards, But Can’t Remove All Eyes On Judiciary — Atiku’s Aide Tells FG
Phrank Shaibu, the Special Assistant on Public Communications to Atiku Abubakar, says the destruction of billboards that put up adverts that read “All Eyes on The Judiciary” was clear evidence of President Bola Tinubu’s authoritarianism and assault on freedom of…
Siblings Extradited To US From Nigeria for Sexual Extortion Trial
Two siblings, identified as Samuel and Samson Ogoshi, have been extradited from Nigeria to the United States (US) to stand trial for their alleged involvement in a transnational sexual extortion operation, which tragically resulted in the death of a teenage…
ARCON Disbands Advertising Panel, Suspends Directors over ‘All Eyes on Judiciary’ Billboards
The Advertising Regulatory Council of Nigeria (ARCON) has announced the dissolution of the secretariat of its vetting panel, the Advertising Standards Panel (ASP) for approving one of the concepts of the controversial ‘All Eyes on The Judiciary’ advert, that failed…
