…untold suffering of Nigerians unacceptable, probe Kyari now …to stage protest nationwide By Ebriku John Friday Over 200 civil society groups under the auspices of Coalition of Civil Society Groups Against Poverty in Africa (CoSGAPA), on Tuesday, demanded the sack of Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO), Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited (NNPCL), Engr Mele Kyari to resign over the biting fuel scarcity resulting in hike and its toll on Nigerians. The demand for Kyari’s sack or his resignation by the groups is on the heels of what they alleged as…
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Asset Recovery: Gov Otu Seeks Security Agencies Collaboration On Intelligence Sharing
Cross River Governor, Senator Prince Bassey Otu has called for increased collaboration and intelligence gathering among security agencies in the state to adequately tackle the myriads of assets recovery and management challenges. Gilbert Agbor, Esq., the workaholic Special Adviser to the Governor on Asset Recovery and Management made this known during a courtesy visit to the Commandant, Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Cross River Command, Commander Charles Brown, in Calabar. Touring the command headquarters, Gilbert said it is imperative to collaborate with the Civil Defence Corps for effective…
Read MoreThe Osarodion London Trip and the Diaspora Debate.
The Barr Osarodion Ogie trip to London a few weeks ago to exchange ideas with Asue Support Group, strategically and financially, is a welcome development that must be sustained. I hold this view not necessarily because I’ve lived overseas for years, but in light of the ongoing debate regarding the non-inclusion of the Diasporan Group or its role in the just-released campaign structure. The trivialization of the meeting held in London between Barr Osarodion Ogie and the Asue Support Group in the UK is most uncharitable and unfortunate. Travelling…
Read MoreIs This the First Century Paul the Apostle? Examining the Life and Ministry of Pastor Kumuyi
In the annals of Christian history, few figures have commanded the universal respect and admiration that Paul the Apostle has. Known for his profound impact on Christianity through his missionary journeys and extensive epistles, Paul set a foundational precedent for Christian leadership and evangelism. In contemporary times, Pastor William Folorunso Kumuyi, founder of the Deeper Christian Life Ministry in Nigeria, emerges as a figure often likened to Paul in his dedication to the gospel and his transformative impact on modern Christianity. This comparison begs the exploration: Is Pastor Kumuyi a…
Read More119 Inmates Escape As Heavy Rains Destroy Suleja Prisons
No fewer than 119 inmates of the Medium Security Custodial Centre, Suleja, Niger state, have escaped, following hours of heavy downpour which destroyed parts of the facility on Wednesday night. Spokesman of the Federal Capital Territory FCT Command of the Nigeria Correctional Service NCoS, Adamu Duza disclosed this in a statement on Thursday morning. He said, “A heavy downpour that lasted for several hours on the night of Wednesday, 24 April 2024 has wreaked havoc on the Medium Security Custodial Centre, Suleja, Niger state, as well as surrounding buildings, destroying…
Read MoreThoughts Of TFA On Sundry Issues To Young Persons Getting Ready For Life
By; Taiwo Akerele On friendship: No matter how friendly you are to the wife of a close friend, always learn to set boundaries around issues for discussion. For instance, don’t tell her, her husband is a drunkard, she already knows that, don’t say her husband is jobless, that is a direct attack on her family and it shows how insensitive you are, don’t say her husband is a womanizer, it’ an exhibition of your hatred for that family. Do not reinforce what she probably already knows or suspicious of…
Read MoreEFCC Hands Over 14 Forfeited Properties To Enugu State
By Ebriku John Friday The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC on Wednesday, April 24, 2024 handed over 14 properties initially forfeited to the Federal government and now ceded to the government and people of Enugu State. The transfer of the properties to Enugu State governor, Dr Peter Mba was performed by the Executive Chairman of EFCC, Mr Ola Olukoyede at the corporate headquarters of the Commission. Speaking before the brief handover ceremony, Olukoyede who disclosed that the road to the forfeiture dated back to 2007, stated that event spoke…
Read MoreHajia Hadiza Ujah Offoboche Nominated For Yala Achievers Emerging Woman Philanthropist Of The Year Award
By Ebriku John Friday The founder of Hadiza Musa Ujah Offoboche Foundation, Hajia Mrs. Hadiza Musa Ujah Offoboche has received nomination letter for the prestigious Yala Achievers The Emerging Woman Philanthropist of the Year Award. Yala Achievers Awards organised by Moj’s Entertainment Limited is aimed at celebrating and honouring outstanding individuals and corporate organizations who have made significant contributions to their communities. The nomination letter, which was presented to Hajia Hadiza Ujah Offoboche at her Abuja residence by the CEO Moj’s Entertainment Limited, Mr Jacob Odey (aka Odey D Uncommon…
Read MoreAkpabio Charges Judiciary On Sustainable Reforms
By Ebriku John Friday The President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has urged the Nigerian Judiciary to evolve a blueprint for the transformative changes needed to enhance judicial efficiency and ensure the fair administration of justice across the nation. Senator Akpabio made the call at the opening ceremony of a two-day Summit on “Enhancing Justice Delivery in Nigeria” organized by the Federal Ministry of Justice in collaboration with the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) and other international development partners in Abuja. A statement by the Special Assistant on Media/Communication to the…
Read MoreAiyedatiwa’s Victory; APC Primary satisfies electoral laws, party constitution – SAN
– Calls on Olusola Oke, SAN, Jimoh Ibrahim, others to congratulate the winner of the direct primary. Having fulfilled all legal requirements guiding the conduct of primary election with respect to Nigeria’s electoral act and the party constitution, Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, won in toto, last Saturday’s governorship primary election of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ondo state, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria and Officer of the Order of the Niger, Dr Olukayode Ajulo, has declared. Ajulo, in a statement made available to newsmen in Akure on Wednesday,…
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