N6.4 Billion Scam: EFCC Appeals Discharge of UBEC Officials

The African Examiner, The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC on Monday September 23, 2013 asked the Abuja Division of the Court of Appeal to set aside the September 19 ruling of Justice Adamu Bello of the Federal High Court, Abuja discharging former Executive Secretary, Universal Basic Education Commission, UBEC, Prof. Bridget Omotunde Sokan and […]

In New York, Jonathan meets with President Obama, Visits NYC Stock Exchange

LGA Polls Postponed in Ebonyi

Ignatius Okpara, Enugu   The leadership of Ebonyi state Independent Electoral Commission (EBSIEC), has announced the postponement of the local government polls earlier scheduled for September 28th to October 5th, 2013. Chairman of EBSIEC, chief John Nkwuda, who made this known via a statement in Abakaliki monday, explained that the shift was in compliance with […]

In New York, Obama, Jonathan Call For Stronger Global ties against terrorism

President Goodluck Jonathan Monday in New York called for a stronger global consensus and determination to end the scourge of terrorism as quickly as possible. Speaking at talks with President Barrack Obama of the United States ahead of the opening of the 68th session of the United Nations tomorrow, President Jonathan said that unless the international […]

FG’s payment to Oil Marketers in 2013 Stands at N287.35 Billion

Muyiwa Bamidele The Federal Government said it has reduced debts owed marketers on oil subsidy from N2.2 trillion in 2011 to N971 billion in 2012. The information is contained in a statement issued from the office of the Coordinating Minister for the Economy, Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, in Abuja. The statement, signed by the minister’s spokesman, […]

States governments Furious with FG over August Federation Account Disbursement

There was a mild drama today at the venue of federation account allocation committee meeting in Abuja as finance commissioners across the states protested the non-appearance of minister of state for finance, Ngama Yerima who is also the chairman of the committee. The finance commissioners from the 36 of the federation have converged on the […]

Media Rights Agenda tasks Nigerians on Internet Surveillance

By Eric Ojo Irked by the Federal Government’s recent move to monitor internet users in Nigeria through an Internet Surveillance scheme, Media Rights Agenda (MRA) has enjoined Nigerians to rise up to the challenge of protecting their privacy against such unchecked surveillance in the cyberspace. The group also joined a huge international coalition in calling […]

Collapsed Building Kills Pregnant Woman, Injures Many in Enugu

Ignatius Okpara, Enugu It was another black Monday in Enugu when a bungalow of four bedroom collapsed at Ologo new site, in Enugu North local government area of Enugu state killing a pregnant woman and injuring scores of people. African Examiner gathered that the incident occurred at about 10pm shortly after the victims had gone […]

National Conference not feasible in Nigeria now –Muslim group

By Eric Ojo Amidst controversies trailing the clarion call for a National Conference in Nigeria, the Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC), a non-governmental organisation (NGO) has expressed fears over the possibility of convening such a conference in the country as presently canvassed for by the proponents. The group said the Federal Government is currently focusing on […]

Anambra Guber: APC Inaugurates Chris Ngige Campaign Team

By Femi Kehinde, The All Progressive Congress (APC) will storm Awka, Anambra state on Tuesday to inaugurate Senator Chris Ngige Campaign team for the November 16th governorship election. Governor Rochas Okorocha of Imo State will head the Governorship Campaign team. Other co-leaders of the campaign team are Governor of Edo State Adams; Oshiomole, Governor of […]

No religious marginalization in Kwara -Gov. Ahmed

Kwara State Governor, Dr Abdulfatah Ahmed has denied allegations by the Christian Association of Nigeria, CAN, Kwara State, that Christians in the state are being marginalized by the state Government. Speaking during this month’s edition of a monthly radio program, “the Governor Explains”, Governor Ahmed said political appointments and patronages in the state have never been based on religion […]

Provocative statements: Call your Aides to Order – UPP warns Jonathan

Ignatius Okpara, Enugu Newly registered United Progressive Party UPP, has called on President Goodluck Jonathan to restrain some of his overzealous aides from making provocative statements when ever opposition parties criticises any of the federal government unpopular policies. UPP, made the call on Monday, during the official presentation of its gubernatorial candidate for the November […]

Governor Ajimobi dissolves cabinet

Femi Kehinde, The Governor of Oyo State, Senator Abiola Ajimobi, has dissolved the state executive council. In a statement issued by the Director, Cabinet office, Mr. Dotun Omokemi, the decision was taken after the state executive council meeting held on Monday. Governor Ajimobi said there was the need to inject fresh blood into the administration, […]

Over 14,000 ex-bank workers drag CBN, NDIC, Minister of labour to court

Ignatius Okpara No fewer than fourteen thousand former-workers of non-consolidated banks in Nigeria have dragged the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, to court over the alleged refusal of concerned authorities to pay them their entitlements. Joined in the suit pending at the Enugu judicial Division of the National Industrial court are, Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation, […]

Dangote Grants empower 65,500 women, youths across Adamawa and Yobe States

The Dangote Foundation has extended its grassroots poverty alleviation scheme to Adamawa and Yobe states with the disbursement of N655 million to 65, 000 vulnerable women and youths in the two states. The disbursement which is aimed at alleviating poverty by empowering the grassroots dwellers financially would ensure 31,500 women and youths across 21 local government areas in Adamawa […]

President Jonathan meets with Nigerian Professional in New York

UN GENERAL ASSEMBLY IN NEW YORK

Jonathan, don’t miss this golden opportunity!

By Godwin Onyeacholem The power game currently going on in Nigeria is nothing but an embarrassment.  If the contest as being carried out were truly driven by selflessness and an honest desire to serve the people as the jostlers often claim, the atmosphere would be reassuring. But this is not so. And they know it. […]

Gunfire at besieged Kenyan mall, Islamists threaten hostages

Reuters journalists near the upmarket Westgate complex heard sporadic shots and also heavy bursts of rifle fire and muffled blasts on at least two occasions after daybreak. Kenyan troops moved around outside the building. A Kenyan Red Cross official, Abbas Guled, said there had been clashes inside the building. But there was no indication of […]

Jonathan to Opposition: Constitution Allows me To Run For Two Term

The African Examiner, New York In an obvious response to the ongoing political debate about whether he will run for a second term or not, President Goodluck Jonathan has told the opposition that the constitution allows him to run for two term of eight years. Speaking at a lunch with Nigerian professionals in diaspora in […]