By Emmanuel Kwada Recent reports indicate a significant decline in the landing costs of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, amidst rising accusations from the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) regarding price inflation by marketers. As of November 8, 2024, the estimated cost of petrol landing in Nigeria has dropped by 20.34%, falling to […]Continue Reading
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By Emmanuel Kwada A devastating flood in Maiduguri has resulted in a catastrophic situation, 30 people confirmed dead and over one million displaced with a dead body spotted floating in the Post Office area. Wild animals, including a displaced crocodile, have been found in residential areas, likely displaced from the Sanda Kyarimi Zoological Park. The […]Continue Reading
By Abiodun Alade Nations are forged by patriots – individuals who rise to the occasion during pivotal moments in their country’s history. Throughout history, patriots have played crucial roles in shaping nations, advocating for citizens’ rights, crafting new laws, and driving progress. Patriotism is not just a virtue; it is vital for a nation’s survival […]Continue Reading
By Emmanuel Kwada The National Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has embarked on a one-week total nationwide warning strike, starting from midnight on Monday, August 26, 2024. This decision was made during an extraordinary national executive council (ENEC) meeting held virtually on Sunday, August 25, 2024. The strike is in response to the continued detention […]Continue Reading
Key points: Encourage dialogue between the FG and protesters President Tinubu inherited problems and can’t solve them instantly. The constitution isn’t meeting people’s needs, and democracy is empowering selfish leaders. Reducing government costs, like National Assembly members’ salaries, is a positive step. Borrowing should fund productivity, not Continue Reading
Key Points Tinubu silent on hunger, but claims FG partners on food production President appeals for suspension of protests He claims fuel subsidy and devaluation of Naira were inevitable ‘Governors received N570 billion for ‘palliatives’ ‘The economy has started to improve’ He outlines youth empowerment programmes By Clement Adeyi Sequel to Continue Reading
By Clement Adeyi The National President of One Nigeria Group (ONG), a peace and unity Non-Governmental Organisation, Alhaji Muhammad Saleh Hassan, has called on the organisers of the looming nationwide hunger protests scheduled for August 1-10 to jettison the move because it might degenerate to a state of anarchy and doom. Hassan who is also […]Continue Reading
By Emmanuel Kwada Ahead of the August 1 Protest, a group of supporters of President Bola Tinubu converged at the POWA International Market in Nyanya, Abuja, this morning, wearing uniforms bearing the slogan “Say No To Protest”. The gathering, which took place peacefully, aimed to discourage Nigerians from participating in protests, citing concerns about public Continue Reading
Clement Adeyi Prince Adewale Laoye is the founder and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Aafin Ilu. His stage name is Drummer of Peace. He is a drummer of Yoruba descent preoccupied with promotion of African and Yoruba cultural and and traditional values and heritage. In this interview, he spoke glowingly on the virtues of his […]Continue Reading
By Clement Adeyi As the country commemorate this year’s edition of Democracy Day, the Katsina State Governor, Mallam Dikko Umaru Radda, has called on political leaders in the country to remain committed to the Nigerian project. Radda made the call on Monday in a statement signed by his Chief Press Secretary, CPS, Ibrahim Kaula Mohammed. […]Continue Reading
Key points Background of events that transmuted June 12 to Democracy Day Democracy Day, Nigeria’s political jewel that must be nurtured Memories of Martyrs and heroes must linger Those who cannot endure and accept the pain of defeat in elections do not deserve the joy of victory when it is their turn to triumph The […]Continue Reading
The trial of gun wielding pastor of the House on the Rock Refuge Church, Wuye, Abuja Uche Aigbe, on charges of alleged unlawful possession of firearm, was stalled on Tuesday in Abuja due to absence of his counsel in Court. The counsel, Uche Uzukwu, was not in due to what he claimed as other engagement […]Continue Reading