NEC Moves To End Grid Collapse, Sets Up Committee On National Electrification

…Private sector distributed renewable energy generation vital to increasing electricity access – VP Shettima …States’ position on state police due next council meeting The National Economic Council (NEC) has resolved to reinforce implementation of the National Electrification Strategy in a bid to end the collapse of the nation’s power grid. This is just as Vice … Continue reading “NEC Moves To End Grid Collapse, Sets Up Committee On National Electrification”

Ex-NIA Boss, Ambassador Zakari Ibrahim Dies At 81

Nigeria’s seasoned diplomat and former Director-General of the National Intelligence Agency (NIA), Ambassador Zakari Ibrahim, has passed away at the age of 81. Ambassador Ibrahim, a native of Katsina State and holder of the traditional title Talban Katsina, reportedly died in the early hours of Sunday. The exact cause of his death had not been … Continue reading “Ex-NIA Boss, Ambassador Zakari Ibrahim Dies At 81”

Newly-formed terrorist group, Lakurawa kills 15 residents in Kebbi

At least 15 people were killed in a fierce clash between residents of the Mera community and members of a new terrorist group, Lakurawa, in Kebbi State. Military authorities have confirmed the emergence of the Lakurawa group, which reportedly has links to ISIS operating in the Sahel. The attack occurred on Friday in Mera village, located … Continue reading “Newly-formed terrorist group, Lakurawa kills 15 residents in Kebbi”

Muslim cleric sentenced to life imprisonment for def!ling 14-year-old girl in Lagos mosque

An Ikeja Sexual Offences and Domestic Violence Court on Monday sentenced an Islamic cleric, Alani Rafiu, to life imprisonment for def!ling a 14-year-old year girl. In his judgement, Justice Rahman Oshodi held that the prosecution proved each of the ingredients of def!lement against Rafiu. Mr Oshodi said that the gravity of the convicts offence could not be overstated as … Continue reading “Muslim cleric sentenced to life imprisonment for def!ling 14-year-old girl in Lagos mosque”

Dont set Rivers on fire – Atiku warns Judiciary over court ruling halting LGA allocation

Former Vice President of Nigeria, Atiku Abubakar has warned the judiciary not to engage in acts capable of setting Rivers State on fire. His caution comes in the wake of Wednesdays order by a Federal High Court in Abuja, telling the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to halt all payments to the state. In a statement signed … Continue reading “Dont set Rivers on fire – Atiku warns Judiciary over court ruling halting LGA allocation”

CHIVAS REGAL SCORES BIG WITH MULTI-YEAR GLOBAL ARSENAL PARTNERSHIP

The iconic blended Scotch whisky will become club’s Official Whisky Partner celebrating their shared ambition for collective success ahead of the new season • [Date 23 October 2024, Lagos] – Luxury Scotch whisky Chivas Regal and iconic global football club, Arsenal, have just announced a new multi-year partnership, emphasising their commitment to championing community, progressing … Continue reading “CHIVAS REGAL SCORES BIG WITH MULTI-YEAR GLOBAL ARSENAL PARTNERSHIP”

The Guardian’s dog and rape of Lady Justice By Festus Adedayo

As I was concluding this piece, my eyes caught a presidential sledgehammer which landed on the head of Conscience Nurtured by Truth – The Guardian. In a release issued by the State House yesterday, authored by erstwhile Editor-in-Chief of TheNews, Bayo Onanuga, the newspaper was accused of a crime almost similar to what General Sani … Continue reading “The Guardian’s dog and rape of Lady Justice By Festus Adedayo”

Arsenal play pulsating draw 2-2 with Liverpool, maintaining its unbeaten run

In one of the most pulsating games this season, Arsenal and Liverpool played out a 2-2 draw at the Emirates on Sunday, October 27. New signing, Mikel Merino opened his account for Arsenal while Bukayo Saka scored the team’s second goal. In the away end, Virgil van Dijk and Mohamed Salah were on target for Arne … Continue reading “Arsenal play pulsating draw 2-2 with Liverpool, maintaining its unbeaten run”

Former Watford and Golden Eaglets star Isaac Success Joins UAE Club Al Wasl months after being sacked by Udinese

Isaac Success has sealed a move to United Arab Emirates side, Al Wasl on a free transfer. The former Golden Eaglets strikers contract with Serie A club Udinese was terminated by mutual consent in August after three years at the club. He shared a photo of his signing on his Instagram page on Sunday.  The 28-year-old scored four … Continue reading “Former Watford and Golden Eaglets star Isaac Success Joins UAE Club Al Wasl months after being sacked by Udinese”