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Biafra Zionists vow to launch new currency
The Biafra Zionists Federation, BZF, has disclosed plans to launch new currency as part of their push for a Republic of Biafra.
Orji Uzor Kalu Foundation receives encomiums for its empowerment initiatives
Thousands of small-business owners, petty traders and artisans in Abia-North senatorial district of Abia State showered encomium of gratitude on the Orji Uzor Kalu Foundation following the successful conclusion of its Small Business Zero Interest-Free Loan scheme.
Shi’ites trying President Buhari’s patience – Diaspora group
A group of Nigerians outside the country, under the aegis of ‘Friends of Muhammadu Buhari in Diaspora’, have urged the members of the Islamic Movement in Nigeria, also known as Shi’ites against continued invasion of the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja in protest over the continuous detention of their leader, Ibrahim El-zakzaky.
Police bust six-man child trafficking syndicate in Imo
The Imo State Police Command has apprehended operators of a notorious child stealing and trafficking syndicate based in the state with a spread across the country.
House of Reps applaud work on Enugu-Port Harcourt expressway
Mr Kannike Abubakar, Deputy Chairman, House of Representatives Committee on Works, said members were satisfied with the quality of work in the rehabilitation of Enugu-Port Harcourt Expressway.
Federal government releases list of 69 ongoing road, bridge projects in South-east
The Federal Government has released a list of 69 ongoing road and bridge projects in the South-east.
Federal government faults South-East governors’ alleged infrastructure neglect claim
The Federal Government has described the South-East Governors’ allegation of infrastructural neglect of their zone as “incorrect, unfair and flew in the face of available evidence”.
Minister: President Buhari records more achievements in South-East than PDP
The Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed, says President Muhammadu Buhari led administration recorded greater achievements in the South-east than the 16 years government of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
Waiter, accomplice arrested for alleged kidnap of employer’s son
The Police Command in Lagos State said on Thursday that it had arrested a 40-year-old waiter and an accomplice for alleged kidnap of his employer’s three-year-old son (name withheld).
Suspected kidnapper allegedly escapes from Police custody in Ebonyi
One of the suspects who allegedly kidnapped and killed a 58-year-old woman, Mrs. Catherine Okorie Chukwu, has allegedly escaped from the police custody in Abakaliki, the capital of Ebonyi State.
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Onoriode Ehwariemi vows to win WBF title for Nigeria
Onoriode “Godzilla” Ehwariemi of Nigeria has vowed to defeat his Argentine opponent, Argentina’s Ariel “Chiquito” Baracamonte, when they clash for the World Boxing Federation (WBF) Intercontinental heavyweight title at GOtv Boxing Night 20.
UN condemns killing of four humanitarian aid workers in Borno
UN humanitarian coordinator in Nigeria Mr Edward Kallon said in a statement at the weekend that the international community was saddened by the killing of the four aid workers.
Eniola Aluko: I was treated like a drug baron while at Juventus
Eni Aluko has spoken openly about the way she was treated during her time in Italy at Juventus due to the colour of her skin.
Super Eagles star counts blessing with club, national team
With just a few weeks to the end of 2019, Super Eagles and Paderborn SC of Germany left-back Jamilu Collins has expressed his delight after what he described as a positive year following successes with both club and country.
Edo guber: Governor Obaseki talks tough, bans rallies as Osagie Ize-Iyamu joins APC
The high drama surrounding the holding of rally by a faction of the Edo State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC), to receive Pastor Osagie Ize-Iyamu and his defecting political associates and supporters from the PDP, ended yesterday on an anti-climax note, as the factional state chairman, Col. David Imuse (rtd), formally welcomed Ize-Iyamu into the party and presented him and his supporters with a broom, which is the party’s symbol.
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It will take 25 years to reduce doctors’ shortage in Nigeria – NMA president
The Nigeria Medical Association (NMA) says with at least 3,000 doctors graduating yearly, it would take about 25 years to produce adequate numbers of doctors to cater for the country’s population.
Ryan Giggs: Paul Pogba can unlock the door for Manchester United
Manchester United have rediscovered a spark and the return of Paul Pogba can see them take the “next step” as the Frenchman has the ability to “unlock the door”, says Ryan Giggs.
Anambra inaugurates liaison office in Ebonyi for business, security
To deepen socio-economic partnership, Anambra state government has inaugurated Anambra State Liaison office in Abakaliki, Ebonyi state capital.
Ex-President Obasanjo: Governor El-Rufai is a good learner
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has described Nasir el-Rufai, governor of Kaduna state, as one of the best persons to work with.
Former President Jonathan: Governor Wike is a courageous politician
He said: “I felicitate with you, your friends and well-wishers as you celebrate your birthday. You are a courageous politician who has remained dedicated to service and impactful leadership to the people of Rivers State and Nigeria at large.”