Those agitating for a brand new Constitution in Nigeria may have to perish the thought as the National Assembly lacks the powers to do so. Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Ovie Omo-Agege has said. Speaking when he hosted members of Alliance of Nigerian Patriots in Abuja, Omo-Agege who chairs the Senate Adhoc Committee on […]

Anambra State governor, Willie Obiano says he has not been receiving salaries since becoming governor in 2014. He said though the money is usually mapped out, it is used to settle the needs of less privileged people. The governor stated this yesterday at the Jerome Udoji Secretariat, Awka, while addressing Anambra State workers. He said […] I don’t receive salaries as Anambra governor – Obiano claims

Bukola Saraki, Chairman of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) National Reconciliation Committee has said that the party will reach out to the youths, former and aggrieved members, as well as leaders of rival parties to ensure a successful outing in 2023. The former Senate President gave the hint on Wednesday at the inauguration of the […] 2023: Saraki hints on PDP’s strategy

By Nsa Gill, Calabar A young man has been shot dead in Calabar by his girlfriend upon his directive to the girl. The young man, whose real name could not be gotten as at the time of this report, goes by the nickname: “Email”. He sells Indian hemp and was with a group of his […]

The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria, HURIWA, has called on the management of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation, NNPC to demonstrate more openness, accountability and probity in the administration of the petroleum sub-sector of Nigeria’s economy. HURIWA, an advocacy group, made the call against the backdrops of the reported open bidding process for the […] NNPC must explain $367m spent running dead refineries – HURIWA

LAGOS- Fast rising Mexican rapper, Rainfredick whose real name is Fredrick John is out with a new song titled ‘Alessa’. The fast rising rapper has risen to become a very prominent rapper on the global music industry scene with the uniqueness he displays in all of his songs. He is also very popular and widely […] The post My Ex-Girlfriend Inspired My New Song, ‘Alessa’– Mexican Rapper, Rainfredick appeared first on Independent Newspapers Nigeria.

Bukola Saraki, former Senate President has claimed that the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, is the only hope Nigeria needs to survive and fully bounce back. Saraki made the assertions at the inauguration of the PDP National Reconciliation Committee in Abuja, on Tuesday. He also insisted that PDP was the best platform to rebuild and unite […]

By Jide Orintunsin, Abuja Chairman of the South West Governors’ Forum Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu has called for urgent dissection and appraisal of the workability of the nation’s structure. He said the current socio-economic crisis were products of the skewed structure which must be addressed for NIgeria to forge ahead. The Ondo Governor spoke in Abuja […]

The Northern Elders’ Council (NEC) has said that Boko Haram insurgents responsible for the recent killing of over 43 farmers in Zabarmari community in Borno State must not go unpunished. The council called on the international community to support Nigeria in the fight against insurgency. NEC made this known in a statement by its Assistant […] Boko Haram: Killers of Zabarmari farmers must not go unpunished – Northern elders

Abia State Governor, Okezie Ikpeazu has formally inaugurated a seven-member visitation panel to the Abia State University Uturu headed by a Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), Chief J. U. K. Igwe. Speaking at the inauguration ceremony, the Governor said the setting up of the panel became expedient following the expiration of the outgone administration of […] Gov Ikpeazu inaugurates visitation panel for Abia University

Popular blogger, and single mother, Linda Ikeji has disclosed that she still in need of a husband, hours after announcing the delivery of her new car.

A group of Nigerian Basketball Stakeholders known as Basketball With Integrity has petitioned the sport’s world governing body, FIBA on the lingering leadership dispute of [...]

Bukola Saraki, former Senate President has claimed that the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, is the only hope Nigeria needs to survive and fully bounce back. Saraki made the assertions at the inauguration of the PDP National Reconciliation Committee in Abuja, on Tuesday. He also insisted that PDP was the best platform to rebuild and unite […] 2023: PDP only hope Nigeria needs to survive, unite – Saraki boasts

After five days in captivity, a Chinese expatriate kidnapped in Ekiti State last week Friday has regained his freedom. The expatriate who is handling the construction of the new Ado-Iyin road was abducted on Friday evening at the site by gunmen who also killed a policeman attached to him. While the Chinese was abducted, another […] The post Abducted Chinese expatriate in Ekiti regains freedom after allegedly paying N100 million ransom appeared first on Within Nigeria.

Wednesday's FEC meeting was presided by President Muhammadu Buhari The post FEC approves N117 billion for rehabilitation of major roads across Nigeria appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Former Senate President, Bukola Saraki, has warned the National Working Committee (NWC) of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) not to interfere in the work of the National Reconciliation Committee. The former Governor of Kwara State spoke at the inauguration of the team on Wednesday in Abuja. He requested the cooperation of party stakeholders including the […] PDP reconciliation: We will resign if you interfere – Saraki warns NWC

The newly appointed Vice-Chancellor of Abia State University, ABSU, Professor Maxwell Ogbulu, has solicited the supports of the Teaching and Non-Teaching Staff of the university, ASUU, SSANU, NASU & NAT, Student Union Government (SUG) in ensuring the smooth sail of academic activities in the varsity. Professor Ogbulu who made the appeal upon assumption office on […] ABSU new VC, Prof Ogbulu sues for support from varsity unions

A 51-year-old woman identified as Maryam al-Balushi has taken her love of animals to an unusual level as she currently shares her home with 480 cats and 12 dogs. The cats are mostly strays and she spends almost $8,000 a month on food and vet bills for the animals. Most of the bill is covered through […] The post Watch: Woman Shares Her Home With 480 Cats And 12 Dogs appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

Days after arresting some suspects linked to the killing and counter-killing in Jema’a local government area of Kaduna State at the weekend, another arrest was made by troops on Tuesday, 1st December 2020. In a statement on Wednesday, Commissioner, Ministry of Internal Security and Home Affairs, Mr. Samuel Aruwan said Special Forces operating under the […] Kaduna: Troops arrest suspects linked to Jema’a counter killings

By Dirisu Yakubu, Abuja As political parties begin skeletal preparations for the 2023 general elections, immediate past President of the Senate, Dr. Bukola Saraki has promised to woo political stakeholders, youths, businessmen among others to the fold of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in its push for a return to power at the centre. Saraki,Read More The post 2023: We will bring prominent leaders, youths into PDP’s fold — Saraki appeared first on Vanguard News.

Prime Minister Boris Johnson is "optimistic" about striking a post-Brexit deal with the European Union but ready for Britain to trade on new terms without one, aides said on Wednesday. The post UK PM 'optimistic' of EU deal but ready to cope without appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

The Bauchi State Panel of Inquiry into Human Rights abuses by the Police said it has so far received ten petitions on different rights violations by the disbanded Federal Special Anti Robbery Squad (FSARS). The Panel chairman, Justice Habibu Idris (Rtd), stated this during its inaugural sitting on Wednesday in Bauchi. According to him, the […] End SARS: Panel receives 10 petitions on human rights abuses in Bauchi