(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – The national leader of the New Nigeria Peoples Party, Senator Rabi’u Kwankwaso, on Thursday, announced that the ruling All Progressives Congress has lost direction. Kwankwaso, while welcoming some APC members from Dala Local Government Area of Kano to the NNPP, announced that the APC must not be voted for in 2027 since […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Gov. Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers, has declared Thursday and Friday as public holidays ahead of the Oct. 5 local government council elections in the state. Fubara, who announced this during a broadcast on Wednesday, said that the holidays would enable residents of the state to prepare for the election. The governor also […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Mediapreneurs, under the umbrella of Guild of Corporate Online Publishers (GOCOP), have been urged to embrace Artificial Intelligence (AI) to attract readers to their websites. They are expected to leverage different online platforms and technology to promote their products or services and more with their audiences. The publisher of the QEDNG, Mr […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has announced that over ₦13 billion in diverted public funds was recovered in September 2024 alone. The Chairman of the ICPC, Musa Aliyu, disclosed this during the launch of the commission’s 2024-2028 strategic action plan in Abuja on Wednesday. Aliyu, who emphasised […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Wisdom Alfred, better known as Dr H20, has stated that due to spiritual attack he lost a N15 million investment by bottled water company, Aquafina. The African Examiner writes that Alfred became popular after a video of him passionately promoting Aquafina water at a busy bus garage in Onitsha, Anambra State, went […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – The long-standing rivalry between popular Nigerian singers, Wizkid and Davido flared up late hours on October 1, 2024 and it generated reactions across social media. It all began when Wizkid took to the microblogging platform, X with a subliminal tweet, “Beg me! just like …” It wasn’t long before some of his […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – President Bola Tinubu has departed Abuja for the United Kingdom to begin a two-week vacation, part of his yearly leave. According to a Press Release signed by Special Adviser to the President, Information and Strategy, Mr. Bayo Onanuga, the President will use the two weeks as a working vacation and a retreat […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Gov. Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau has recalled two commissioners, a special adviser, and a liaison officer earlier suspended after nearly two months. Mr Gyang Bere, the Director of Press and Public Affairs (DOPPA) to the governor, announced the recall in a statement in Jos. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – The Nigeria Employers’ Consultative Association (NECA) has faulted government agencies for working at cross purpose which he said is affecting the ease of doing business. NECA’s Director-General Adewale Smatt-Oyerinde said this on Tuesday when he was featured on a special Independence Day programme by Channels Television. “Sometimes, regulators’ roles are overlapping. This […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – As Rivers State prepares for the local government elections scheduled for October 5, 2024, Governor Siminalayi Fubara has called for active participation from residents, emphasizing the opportunity to reshape the political landscape of the state. Governor Siminalayi Fubara, made the call when he welcomed the “Simplicity Movement,” a political coalition comprised of […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – As the newly elected local government areas Chairmen in Enugu state resumed duties, following their swearing in on Monday, a group, under the platform of Women Support Women Community Network, has urged the Council bosses to emulate the the state governor, Peter Mbah’s development models. A statement issued by its Founder, Ambassador […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Famous National Grammar School, Nike, Enugu has emerged champions of the 2024 maiden edition of the Enugu metropolis secondary school soccer extravaganza organized by Former Captain of Rangers International FC of the Coal city state and Enyimba FC of Aba, John Nnam. They defeated the runners up, St.Patrick’s College, Emene, Enugu, by […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – The immediate past governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai, on Tuesday, dismissed allegations of financial misappropriation by his administration, vowing to swear by the Quran to prove his innocence. El-Rufai explained that his sojourn into politics was driven by his desire to serve the people and not to amass wealth or embezzle […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has lamented the political situation in the country, warning that Nigeria could slide into a one-party system. Atiku, in a message to commemorate Nigeria’s 64th Independence anniversary on Tuesday, urged the political elite to unite and safeguard the country’s democracy. “Nigeria teeters on the brink of a […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – President Bola Tinubu, on Tuesday, disclosed that the country must either reform for progress and prosperity or go along with the business as usual and risk collapse. Tinubu also stated that when he came into office 16 months ago, he decided to reform the political economy and defence architecture because of the […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Kaduna State Sector Command’s operatives on a rescue mission have recovered ₦8.6 million at the scene of an accident on Monday. The Sector Commander, Kabir Nadabo, confirmed the accident to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Tuesday in Kaduna. Nadabo said the road crash occurred […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – President Bola Tinubu has said that he was deeply aware of the struggles that Nigerians are presently facing while promising better days ahead. Tinubu, in a nationwide broadcast on the occasion of Nigeria’s 64th Independence Anniversary, assured that his administration was committed to finding sustainable solutions to alleviate the suffering of Nigerians. […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – The Comptroller-General of the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) Mr Haliru Nabana has said that Mr Idris Okuneye, a cross dresser popularly known as Bobrisky, served his jail term in correctional facility in Lagos state. Nababa stated this while addressing the House of Representatives Committee investigating alleged bribery and misconduct against the NCS […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Senate President Godswill Akpabio has expressed optimism for a better Nigeria, calling on Nigerians to remain patient, hopeful, and to belief in the President Bola Tinubu-led administration for a better future. In a congratulatory message to Nigerians to mark the nation’s 64th independence anniversary, Akpabio commended the indomitable spirit of Nigerians over […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Fellow Nigerians, as I address you today, I am deeply aware of the struggles many of you face in these challenging times. Our administration knows that many of you struggle with rising living costs and the search for meaningful employment. I want to assure you that your voices are heard. As your […]
