The Ministry of Defence, MoD, on Wednesday handed over 20 newly acquired Armored Personnel Carriers (APCs) to the Defence Headquarters to enhance the professional capabilities of the Nigerian Armed Forces troops. This is contained in a statement by Ibrahim Kana, Permanent Secretary of the MoD in Abuja on Thursday. NAN reports that the APCs were […]
Undemocratic LG system: Fear grips Anambra monarchs as court hears suit May 22
The Federal High Court, Awka Division, has slated May 22, 2024, to hear the suit filed by activist and politician, Dr Ifeanyichukwu Okonkwo, challenging the prolonged undemocratic constitution of local government administration in Anambra State. In suit no FHC/AWK/CS/90/2024, which he instituted through originating summons, the plaintiff requested for nine consequential reliefs/directing orders, premised on […]
Yobe Assembly finally amends Hisbah law, defines duties of Executive Chair, State Commandant
The Yobe State House of Assembly has amended the law that established Hisbah Commission to separate the functions of office of the Executive Chairman and State Commandant of the Commission. The House amended the law after adopting the report of its standing committee on Justice and Religious Affairs on the amendment law. Shedding more light, […]
Confusion as factional speaker emerges in Rivers assembly
Modern Bus Terminal: Transporter, Anyaegbu meets Gov Mbah, backs project
The Chairman/CEO of Chisco Transport, Chief Chidi Anyaegbu, has commended the Dr. Peter Mbah Administration in Enugu State for its effort to reposition the transport and logistics sector in the state, including the administration’s plans to build modern transport interchanges in various parts of the state. Anyaegbu noted that as a political leader, who came […]
Champions League leading scorers ahead of Real Madrid vs Dortmund final
Bayern Munich’s Harry Kane and Paris Saint-Germain’s Kylian Mbappe are joint-top leading scorers in the UEFA Champions League this season ahead of Real Madrid’s final with Dortmund on June 1. Kane and Mbappe have eight goals each to their names. However, both players will not play in the Champions League final after their teams were […]
Zenith Bank delivers on promise of shareholders value with record dividend payout of N125.59b
In his opening statement at the AGM, Jim Ovia, Founder and Chairman of Zenith Bank Plc, thanked the shareholders for their unflinching support and loyalty to the Zenith brand which has been instrumental to the bank’s consistent superior performance The post Zenith Bank delivers on promise of shareholders value with record dividend payout of N125.59b […]
Yahoo: EFCC arrests 29 internet fraudsters
Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Abuja Zonal Command on Wednesday arrested 29 suspected internet fraudsters. The suspects were arrested at the Apo, Gwarimpa and Katampe axis of Abuja. The anti-graft agency in a statement said their arrest followed actionable intelligence about their suspected involvement in internet fraud. Items seized from the […]
Why Rivers lawmakers can’t impeach Fubara – PDP
Insecurity: Bandits kill NSCDC commander in Benue
Gunmen suspected to be bandits have reportedly killed a commander of agro ranger of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, in Benue State. The deceased was identified as Mike Ode. The incident happened at Shaapera community in Gwer West Local Government Area of the state. A relation of the deceased, Nicholas Ode, disclosed […]