How FG secured release of 3 University of Maiduguri lecturers, 10 policewomen from Boko Haram
Boko Haram freed 13 hostages, Nigeria’s presidency said on Saturday, after authorities negotiated their release with the Islamist militants. Their release was won by months-long negotiation facilitated by the Red…
Buhari loses two family members in quick succession
The Presidency on Saturday confirmed the death of two members of President Muhammadu Buhari’s extended family in Daura, Katsina state. A statement issued by the Senior Special Assistant to the…
Amaechi in Ogoni, accuses Wike of reversing development in Rivers
The Minister of Transportation, Mr Rotimi Amaechi, said on Saturday that without meeting Ken Saro-Wiwa, the late environmentalist, he believes in his principles. He also knocked Governor Nyesom Wike, accusing…
Atiku condoles with Buhari, Buratai over death of loved ones
February 10, 2018 Former Vice President Abubakar Atiku, has commiserated with President Muhammadu Buhari over the passing away of his sister-in-law, Hajiya Aisha Mamman. In a statement through his Twitter…
2019: PDP Chieftain warns party leaders against impunity, imposition or face worst defeat
February 10, 2018 A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Kaduna, Alhaji Hussain Jallo, has called on the party leadership to avoid impunity and imposition of candidates or…
Kane heads Tottenham to derby victory over Arsenal
February 10, 2018 Harry Kane’s 101st Premier League goal was the difference as Tottenham Hotspur earned a 1-0 win over Arsenal, to continue their fine recent form in north London…
Israel launches heavy air strike in Syria after F-16 crash
February 10, 2018 Israel on Saturday said it launched heavy air strikes in Syria, and hit air defenses and Iranian targets in retaliation of its F-16 fighter jet that was…
Political parties laud INEC peaceful conduct of by-election in Katsina
February 10, 2018 Three political parties in Katsina State have commended the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for the peaceful conduct of the Mashi/Dutsi Federal Constituency by-election in Katsina State….
African Wrestling Championships: Nigeria’s contingent boost of topping medal table
February 10, 2018 Innocent Nwokoro and Adewale Shittu, Free-Style and Greco-Roman coaches respectively, have said that Nigeria would top the medals table at the end of the United World Wrestling…
INEC sues for sanity during 2019 elections
February 10, 2018 Â The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has called on stakeholders to ensure good conduct and orderliness during the 2019 elections. Prof. Francis Ezeonu, the Resident Electoral Commissioner…