(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – The governor of Anambra State, Chukwuma Charles Soludo, has enjoined the federal government to intensify efforts against the importation and sale of counterfeit drugs. In a post on X on Sunday, Soludo stated that banned drugs are going past law enforcement and regulatory agencies into the country. The African Examiner writes that […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) on Saturday amended its contract with Mashariq al Dhabia, a Saudi-based service provider, to ensure a hitch-free 2025 Hajj exercise. The Chairman of NAHCON, Prof. Abdullahi Usman, signed the contract amendment on behalf of the commission, while Muhammad Hassan, Chairman of Mashariq al Dhabia, signed […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has won all the chairmanship and councilor seats in all the 30 local government areas (LGAs) in Osun State. The Chairman of the Osun State Independent Electoral Commission (OSSIEC), Hashim Abioye, announced this at a press conference on Saturday. The commission defied warnings by the police and […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Pope Francis’s condition “remains critical,” the Vatican said on Saturday, confirming that the 88-year-old pontiff was alert but had suffered a respiratory attack requiring “high-flow oxygen” and blood transfusions. “At the moment, the prognosis is reserved,” the statement read, as the head of the Catholic Church prepared to spend his ninth night […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Despite the political tension ahead of the Osun State local government election, the exercise commenced on Saturday morning, with Governor Ademola Adeleke casting his vote Governor Adeleke cast his vote as early as 8am on Saturday morning at Unit 9, Ward 2 in Ede North Local Government Area (LGA). After casting his […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – President Bola Tinubu on Thursday recalled how he once challenged the former military President, Ibrahim Babangida, and told him that he failed to make history. Babangida, former military dictator, ruled Nigeria from 1985 to 1993. He is renowned for annulling the June 12, 1993 presidential election believed by many to be won […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Liverpool’s charge towards the Premier League title has slowed ahead of a trip to Manchester City on Sunday, giving Arsenal hope of closing in on the leaders. The Gunners can move to within five points of the Reds should they see off lowly West Ham at the Emirates. Behind the top two, […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Liverpool will take on Paris Saint-Germain in one of the standout ties in the last 16 of this season’s Champions League after the teams were paired together in Friday’s draw. Liverpool finished first in the 36-team league phase of the competition to qualify directly for this stage, while PSG had to come […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Senate spokesman, Yemi Adaramodu, on Friday, faulted the action of his colleague, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, over a seating arrangement dispute in the hallowed chamber. Natasha, who represents Kogi Central under the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) had on Thursday, refused to use the seat allocated to her, citing Order 10 of the Senate Standing […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) says that there will be a seven-hour power outage in some parts of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). In a statement, TCN’s General Manager of Public Affairs, Ndidi Mbah, said the affected areas will experience blackouts on Saturday, February 22, and Sunday, February 23, 2025, from […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – The Attorney General of the Federation (AGF), Lateef Fagbemi, has asked Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State to put the local government election scheduled for Saturday, February 22, 2025, on hold. According to the justice minister, the Court of Appeal, Akure division, on February 10, 2025, nullified the judgement of the Federal […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, says Edo North Senator Adams Oshiomhole is not a dictator as some of his detractors have described him. Rather, the governor said, the federal lawmaker allows to handle the affairs of the state without interference. “Whenever I want to talk to him, he will say: ‘My son, […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – President Bola Tinubu on Thursday in Abuja, said former President Gen. Ibrahim Babangida showed unusual courage and patriotism by admitting that late M.K.O. Abiola won the June 12 election in 1993. Special Adviser to the President, Information and Strategy, Mr. Bayo Onanuga disclosed this in a press release The President, who was […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – In today’s digital world, social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, WhatsApp, and Instagram have transformed the way young people connect, communicate, and form relationships. While these platforms offer convenience and instant connectivity, they also come with serious risks, including unrealistic expectations, cyberbullying, and emotional detachment. A recent tragic incident in Ilorin, […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – In recent months, Nigerians have been grappling with rising data prices as telecommunications companies increase their tariffs. This shift has ignited widespread concerns, especially among small business owners who rely on affordable and reliable internet services to sustain their operations. Moreover, the soaring costs are not only affecting everyday consumers but are […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – UN humanitarians have said that escalating violence in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has continued to uproot thousands more people to neighbouring countries where they face dire conditions without many basic necessities. UNHCR, the UN refugee agency, reported on Thursday that 35,000 Congolese nationals have now reached Burundi since the […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Shell Petroleum Development Company of Nigeria Limited (SPDC) has called for continuous collaboration between professional associations in the oil and gas industry and government agencies to ensure the sector contributes more effectively to the socio-economic development of Nigeria. This was contained in a press release signed by Shell Media Manager, Gladys Afam-Anadu. […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Former President, Goodluck Jonathan, has eulogised the late elder statesman, Pa Edwin Clark, described his legacy as irreplaceable. Jonathan stated this on Wednesday evening during a condolence visit to the Clark family which was led by Bayelsa State Governor Douye Diri. The African Examiner writes that Clark passed away at the age […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – After almost two years after the death of Nigerian singer, Ilerioluwa Aloba, better known as Mohbad, his wife, Wunmi, has stated that she has yet to find closure as the remains of her husband is still in the mortuary. Wunmi, in an interview with Chude Jideonwo, lamented that there is no burial […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Former military president, retired Gen. Ibrahim Babangida, on Thursday accepted full responsibility for the annulment of the June 12, 1993, presidential election. He said the annulment of the election was a most regrettable incident in the country’s history. Babangida made the remarks at the presentation of his autobiography entitled ‘A Journey in […]
