…..WASA 2023: Troops of TRADOC Nigerian Army, 31 Artillery Brigade synergize for new year The Headquarters Training and Doctrine Command Nigerian Army ( TRADOC NA) and 31 Artillery Brigade, co-located in Minna Military Cantonment has celebrated the end of the year 2023, staging the West African Social Activities ( WASA). The colourful ceremony which was … Read more
…..We must maintain vigilance, alertness in 2024 Nigeria’s security challenges require the doggedness and dedication of all Nigerian Air Force (NAF) personnel and enhanced synergy with sister security agencies. The declaration was made in Abuja on Saturday by the Chief of Air Staff, Air Marshal Hasan Abubakar, at NAF’s Base Socio-Cultural Activities (BASA) to mark … Read more
……BASA 2023: Let’s celebrate our rich heritage that unites us as a country The Minister of State for Defence, Dr Muhammed Bello Matawalle has said that Nigerians should embrace the vibrant and diverse cultures of Nigeria that unite us as a country. The Minister said this as a Special Guest of Honour during the Nigerian … Read more
…….BBM Africa: Uniport student, C-Fly wins N10m, car grand prizes in reality show A 300-level student of the Rivers State University, Callistus Uzodinma, also known as C-Fly, has won N10 million and a car grand prizes of the second edition of Big Break Moment (BBM) Africa reality TV show. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) … Read more
….My government was transparent, accountable, no secrecy Former President, Muhammadu Buhari has insisted that he did nothing under the veil of secrecy while in office. Buhari said he ran a transparent government and was as accountable as possible during his eight years as President. FRONTVIEW AFRICA recalls that Buhari handed over to President Bola Tinubu, … Read more
…..Why I didn’t sack ex-CBN governor, Godwin Emefiele Former President Muhammadu Buhari has revealed why he did not sack former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, Godwin Emefiele when there were speculations of his interest to run for the presidency in 2023. Buhari said that Emefiele never discussed it with him. This revelation … Read more
…..We’ll crush Boko Haram, bandits, agents of darkness’ President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has applauded his predecessor, former President Muhammadu Buhari, who, he said, courageously took over the reins of power in 2015 at a critical time when terrorism was at its peak in the country. Tinubu, who spoke as the chief guest at the launch … Read more
……Buhari didn’t interfere in my administration’ President Bola Tinubu said on Tuesday that his predecessor ex-President Muhammadu Buhari, never interfered in the selection of his cabinet or the running of his administration. Tinubu said Buhari has distanced himself from his administration since May 29, 2023, when he handed over power.He spoke during the book presentation … Read more
…….Prebendal Politics and Crisis of Nigerian Democracy Nigerian democracy, crisis, prebendal politics: In an opinion article, on January 13, 2024, titled The Audacity of Impunity, which reviewed the recent mindboggling revelation of corruption in the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation under the suspended Minister, Dr. Betta Edu, Mr. Simon Kolawole contended that ‘because … Read more
…..Alia calls for improved welfare of ex-soldiers Gov. Hyacinth Alia of Benue, has urged the Federal Government to ensure improved welfare of ex military personnel and families of fallen heroes, to boost the morale of serving officers. Alia made the appeal on Monday, during the 2024 Armed Forces Remembrance Day (AFRD) Celebration, held at the … Read more
…..Tanker falls in Ile-Ife, spews fuel A petroleum tanker loaded with Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), popularly known as petrol, fell along Fajuyi road, close to Ilesa motor park in Ile-Ife, on Monday. The petrol tanker, said to belong to BOVAS filling station, was going to Moore Area to offload its content when it suddenly fell … Read more
….Beat traffic light, face sanctions, Director warns motorists in FCT The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), has warned motorists against beating traffic lights in Abuja. Mr Wadata Bodinga, Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Secretariat, FCTA, gave the warning in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), in Abuja on Monday . He said sanctions would … Read more
…..Bello hails Armed Forces for keeping Nigeria one Gov. Yahaya Bello of Kogi, has commended the Armed Forces for their effort in keeping Nigeria as one country. He said this at the 2024 Armed Forces Remembrance Day Parade in Lokoja.Bello, represented by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Dr Folashade Ayoade, showered encomium on … Read more
……..Roma sack coach Mourinho José Mourinho has been sacked by Roma, the Serie A club have announced. The former Chelsea and Manchester United boss led Roma to the Europa League final last season after winning the Europa Conference League the campaign before. Roma, who have won only one of their last five Serie A matches to … Read more
….Nasarawa governorship: Supreme Court reserves judgment The Supreme Court on Tuesday reserved judgment in an appeal challenging the March 2023 governorship election of Nasarawa State that produced Abdullahi Sule as governor. Justice Kudirat Kekere-Eku who led the five member panel of justices reserved judgment after taking arguments from lawyers involved in the matter. She added … Read more
…..Estate agent jailed 3 years over N4.8m fraud A Kaduna High Court on Tuesday sentenced an estate agent, Emmanuel Aaron, 42 years, to three years imprisonment for defrauding two accommodation seekers of N4.8 million. Justice Dairus Khobo convicted Aaron of the 2-count charge of obtaining money by false pretense preferred against him by the Economic … Read more
…..I’m Practising Abstinence In 2024 Popular American rapper, Curtis James Jackson III aka 50 Cent has revealed his 2024 resolution. The star said he’s “practising abstinence” in 2024. Read Also: NDDC seeks traditional rulers help in fight against oil theft In a post via Instagram on Tuesday, the rapper said he has chosen to focus … Read more
…..Most Nigerian General Overseers Are Like TB Joshua Media personality, Daddy Freeze has claimed that almost all General Overseers are like TB Joshua, the founder of late Pastor TB Joshua of Synagogue Church of all Nations (SCOAN). He made the statement following the viral revelation by a BBC documentary on the secret s3x life of … Read more
…..Labour Party calls out Ogbaloi to resign with immediate effect in Edo Ahead of 2024 gubernatorial election, fresh crisis has hits Edo State chapter of Labour Party as group demands the resignation of Comrade Kelly Ogbaloi, the State Chairman of the party. A few weeks before the conduct of the governorship primary election a pressure group within … Read more
….MacArthur Foundation supports learning, research in ABU with over $15m Dr Kole Shettima, Director, MacArthur Foundation Africa, on Wednesday said it had supported Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria with over $15, 538, 896 to enhance learning and research Zaria (Kaduna State) Dr Kole Shettima, Director, MacArthur Foundation Africa, on Wednesday said it had supported Ahmadu … Read more
…..Groups condemn ‘twisted’ story against Tunji Ojo Tunji Ojo: Prominent Civil Society and Pro-democracy Groups have condemned the recent attempt to drag the name of the Olubunmi Tunji Ojo, Minister of Interior in the on going accusation against the suspended Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Dr Betta Edu. According to the statement, the groups … Read more
…..NAHCON’s Jalal Arabi moves to ensure better service for Nigerian Pilgrims The Chairman of National Hajj Commission of Nigeria, Malam Jalal Ahmad Arabi, has sought for consolidation of the relationship established with the Islamic Development Bank. Arabi made this move during his visit on 9th January 2024, to the Bank. Read Also: 2024 Hajj: NAHCON moves … Read more
….Why floating the Naira is not a good idea The idea of floating naira/USD and concurrently removing fuel subsidy is one of the main reasons for our current economic woes. As both may sound as great economic reform strategy, they are not the best for our own present situation. Or let me say they were … Read more
…..Clem Agba picks nomination form for Edo APC’s governorship ticket Immediate past Minister of State for Budget and National Planning, Prince Clem Ikanade Agba, has purchased his Expression of Interest and Nomination forms to enable him contest for the governorship ticket of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in the scheduled September 21, 2024 election. A … Read more
I don’t miss the Presidency Former President Muhammadu Buhari has said that he does not miss the presidency after spending eight years in office. Buhari disclosed this in an interview with the Nigeria Television Authority that was posted on X on Sunday. Asked what he missed about his time in office, the former President said: … Read more
President Muhammadu Buhari and President-Elect Bola Tinubu on Sunday eulogised the maturing and uninterrupted democratic journey of Nigeria since 1999. Buhari was speaking while addressing African heads of state, members of the diplomat corps and other participants in a Gala Night to mark the 2023 Presidential Inauguration at the Banquet Hall of the Presidential Villa, … Read more
Dr Akinwumi Adesina, the President African Development Bank (AfDB), says Fuel subsidy is killing Nigeria’s economy, costing it 10 billion dollars alone in 2022. Adesina, who said this at a lecture in Abuja, said Nigeria’s fuel subsidies benefit the rich not the poor, fueling their government’s endless fleets of cars at the expense of the … Read more
Minister of Aviation, Hadi Sirika, says the national carrier, Nigeria Air, will commence operations before the present administrations winds down. Sirika made this clarification while briefing State House correspondents after the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting presided over Vice President Yemi Osinbajo on Monday at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. “Regarding Nigeria Air, yes, we are … Read more
President Muhammadu Buhari has called for African Governments to connect to Africa’s Diaspora for the sustainable development of the continent. Buhari said this in his keynote address at the ongoing Global African Diaspora Symposium (GADS) which was held in Abuja on Thursday. The president was represented by the Minister of Transportation, Mr Mu’azu Sambo. The … Read more
The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved $1.2million dollars for the immediate evacuation of Nigerians stranded in war torn Sudan. Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr Geoffrey Onyeama, made this known while addressing State House correspondents on the outcome of the Council’s meeting, presided over by President Muhammadu Buhari, on Wednesday in Abuja. According to Onyeama, … Read more