(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – The Lagos State Government has promised farmers in the State especially in Epe axis adequate measures to shield them from incessant kidnappings, as well as renewed its resolve to ensure proper enforcement of the ban on commercial motorcycles popularly called Okada plying restricted routes. Governor Akinwunmi Ambode after the monthly Security Council meeting […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – A Federal High Court sitting in Lagos has adjourned the trial of the former Director –General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), Mr. Patrick Akpobolokemi and others over misappropriation of sum of N2.6B till Monday, March 7, 2017. Akpobolokemi and five other suspects including Ezekiel Agaba, Ekene Nwakuche, Governor […]
ABUJA, NIGERIA (AFRICAN EXAMINER) – The Senate is set to conduct screening and confirmation of the acting Chief Judge of Nigeria (CJN) Justice Walter Onnoghen. President of the Senate Bukola Saraki confirmed Tuesday, that the exercise will be conducted Wednesday, March 1, 2017. It would be recalled that about 48 hours to the lapse of his […]
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) says it has concluded all restructuring, transformation, reforms and other preparation for the 2017 UTME adding that all is now set to commence the sale of its application documents in March, 2017. A statement issued by the board reads: “We sincerely appreciate the patience exhibited by Nigerians in allowing us take time to add value […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER ) – The Nigerian Army has again commended Governor Seriake Dickson of Bayelsa State for placing security as one of his administration’s top priority and for his continuous support to security agencies as well as the provision of modern crime fighting equipments. The Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Tukur Brutai gave the […]
By IGNATIUS OKPARA, Enugu (African Examiner) – The embattled factional General Superintendent of the crisis- ridden Assemblies of God Church, Rev. Paul Emeka on has declared that he remains the ‘authentic General Superintendent’ of the church, saying that there was no judgment of the Supreme Court that sacked him from office. Reacting to media reports of last […]
By Olawale Rasheed Across the world,Amnesty International releases several reports on various conflict situations that many considered subversive and squared to de-legitimise state authorities. From Middle East to several troubled spots,the body acts mostly as agents of anti-state platforms . That judgement may be harsh. In reality, the experience of Nigeria in the hands of […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – The Presidency on Monday described those hailing Acting President Yemi Osinbajo and criticising President Muhammadu Buhari as enemies of the government. President Buhari has been on vacation in the United Kingdom since January 19. He is also undergoing medical tests as Vice President Osinbajo has been acting for him. The Special Adviser to the […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – If you happen to be a purist and you desire to dine with saints, you are not likely to find one here. This is because the search for saints in the haystacks of the sin and corruption that exemplify the totality of human existence, and circumscribe the sum of socio-economic, political and religious […]
BALTIMORE, MD (AFRICAN EXAMINER) – The father of a US Navy Seal killed in a raid in a suspected al-Qaeda compound in Yemen January Bill Owens said he refused to meet the US President Mr. Donald Trump when the son’s body arrived home. It would be recalled that the raid took place January 28, 2017. It was […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Robert Gabriel Mugabe, the Pan Africanist and internationalist who was elected Zimbabwean Head of State thirty seven years ago, was 93 this Tuesday February 21. He had for decades championed the slogan “Zimbabwe for Zimbabweans” Under this, he got the economic control of his country transferred from the minority White racists, to the majority […]
The Department of State Services (DSS) has arrested former Governor of Benue State, Gabriel Suswam. The arrest was made after the Service said it uncovered a large cache of arms and ammunition from a property allegedly belonging to the former governor at number 44 Aguiyi Ironsi Way, Maitama-Abuja. According to a statement by the DSS […]
By IGNATIUS OKPARA, Enugu (AFRICAN EXAMINER) – After about three years of bickering and alleged internal wrangling, the South- East governors forum sunday announced Ebonyi state governor, David Umahi, as its new chairman. Umahi, who spoke to newsmen on behalf of his colleagues shortly at the end of their meeting at the government House Enugu, […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – President Muhammadu Buhari has slammed mischief makers who have been making wild speculations about his health status. Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Femi Adesina said that during their telephone conversation yesterday afternoon, Buhari commended him for holding out against the mischief makers. Adesina who said the president’s personal assistant, Tunde Sabiu, called […]
…As INEC vows to prosecute culprits No fewer than 50 people including the Publicity Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the state, Mr. Samuel Wanosike, were arrested by soldiers at Ulakwo Ward 13, during the re-run election for the Etche /Omuma House of Representatives and State House of Assembly. Security officials said they […]
By IGNATIUS OKPARA, Awka (African Examiner) – The call for Governor Willy Obiano of Anambra state’s impeachment has gained more support, as 28 political parties in the state, under the platform of Inter Party Advisory Council (IPAC), joined the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) that originated the call. African Examiner recalled that state chairman of the PDP, Prince […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Lawyer says the son of legendary boxer Muhammad Ali was detained by immigration officials at a Florida airport. Chris Mancini tells the Courier-Journal in Louisville, Kentucky that 44-year-old Muhammad Ali Jr. and his mother Khalilah Camacho-Ali, the second wife of Muhammad Ali, arrived at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport on Feb. 7 after […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – A Federal High Court sitting in Kaduna has ordered that the 17 vehicles seized from a former Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service, Abdullahi Dikko, be temporarily forfeited to the Federal Government. Justice S. M. Shuaibu on Friday ordered that the vehicles be forfeited pending the outcome of investigations by the Economic […]
By IGNATIUS OKPARA, Awka (African Examiner) – A Federal High Court sitting in Awka, the Anambra state capital, South- East Nigerian has remanded a 46 year old man Ejike Okereke, in prison custody over alleged production, distribution, and sale of fake cough syrup known as Codrux Cough Syrup to the public. Okereke, who was dragged […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Manager Claudio Ranieri has been sacked by Leicester City, nine months after leading them to the Premier League title. The Foxes are one point above the relegation zone with 13 matches left. “The board reluctantly feels that a change of leadership, while admittedly painful, is necessary in the club’s greatest interest,” read a […]
