By IGNATIUS OKPARA – The influential Olu of Warri, in Delta State, Ogiamen Atuwase the II, is dead. He was said to have passed on in Lagos on Friday night of an undisclosed ailment. It would be recalled that the 1st class Monarch, became the Olu of Warri in 1987. Sources alleged that the traditional […]
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) says the declaration of assets by President Muhammadu Buhari and Vice President Yemi Osinbajo is simply a window-dressing to hoodwink unsuspecting Nigerians. The party recalled that the President in his own words had stated to Nigerians that, “I pledge to publicly declare my assets and liability and also encourage my […]
By Ganiyu Nasirudeen – The Police Service Commission (PSC) Friday approved the promotion of two Commissioners of Police (CPs), Danladi Mshielbwala and Ibrahim Idris, to the rank of Assistant Inspectors-General (AIG) of Police. In a statement issued in Abuja by its Spokesperson, Ikechukwu Ani, the Commission in its13th plenary meeting which was presided over by […]
Ayodele Afolabi, Abuja – Fiery lawyer, Festus Keyamo has written to President Mohammadu Buhari, calling for the probe of alleged illicit use of Kerosene as Aviation fuel some petroleum marketers.. He stated that marketers now sell house-hold kerosene as aviation fuel, all in a bid to make astronomical and criminal profit at the expense of […]
Ayodele Afolabi, Abuja – Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has said the first 100 days in office of President Muhammadu Buhari has reinforced his confidence, that despite the perceived slow pace, “Nigeria is on the path of progress and bright future.” In a press statement released by his media office in Abuja on Friday, 4 […]
By Ayo Balogun – The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) has expressed its readiness to partner and synergize with the Armed Forces of Nigeria in the fight against insurgency and other security issues to move the country forward.NAN MD Niboro Pledges To Support Army In Anti-Terrorists Operations NAN Director General (DG), Ima Niboro made the […]
By Ganiyu Nasirudeen – Following the review of their cases by the Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Tukur Buratai –led disciplinary committee, the Nigerian Army has reinstated over 3000 out of 5000 dismissed soldiers. Acting Director of Army Public Relations, Col. Sani Usman, Thursday made this public at a news conference he addressed in Abuja. […]
The Inspector General of Police, IGP, Solomon Arase has directed all police commands and formations to immediately stop the use of commercial vehicles/vehicles painted in known states’ commercial colours for police operations and patrol duties. This directive was contained in a circular issued to all police formations and commands nationwide on Thursday. The circular states […]
President Muhammadu Buhari has approved the appointment of Mr. Rahman Adeola Ipaye as Deputy Chief of Staff and Mr. Laolu Akande as Senior Special Assistant (Media & Publicity) in the Presidency. The two new appointees will work in the Office of the Vice President. Mr. Ipaye is the immediate past Attorney General of Lagos State. […]
Indication emerged Wednesday night that the controversial Spokesperson of the Department State Services (DSS), Marilyn Ogar and 12 other senior officials of the security outfit have been given notice of compulsory retirement. It would be recalled Ogar, an avowed critic of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) as well as its members, during the immediate […]
By Ayo Balogun – Human rights activists and members of the civil society groups have renewed call on the federal government to name a national edifice after the late legal luminary, Chief Gani Fawehinmi who died six years ago. They also canvassed for the protection of the right of the masses and genuine fight against […]
By Niyi Adeyi – It was another tragic moment Wednesday afternoon, when an articulated truck fell off the popular Ojuelegba flyover. The truck which was coming from Ikorodu road and heading towards Barracks, on Funso Williams avenue came down at the peak hour of the day’s business and economic activities in the ever busy Ojuelegba, […]
Ayodele Afolabi, Abuja – The All Progressives Congress (APC ) North East caucus in the National Assembly yesterday defended the President Muhammadu Buhari ,over his recent appointments. This is against the backdrop of criticisms trailing recent appointments made by Buhari in which the North corners about 75%, President Buhari had aside previous appointments appointed six […]
Ayodele Afolabi, Abuja – The Federal Government has constituted a committee to carry out verification of all projects currently being executed by the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA). According to a statement Hajia Lami Tumaka, Head of Public Relations, the committee which has members drawn from the Federal Ministry of Transport, Federal Ministry […]
*Allegedly Slumped At Alaibe’s Lagos Home After Heated Arguments Former Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Bayelsa State, Col. Sam Inokoba (rtd) who recently defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC) was feared dead yesterday night after slumping at a meeting in Lagos. The news of his sudden death came as a rude […]
By Niyi Adeyi – The suit filed against the Senate President Bukola Saraki by some ruling All progressives Congress (APC), under the “Unity Forum” on alteration to the upper legislative house Standing Orders 2015, before his election and Deputy, Ike Ekweremadu Tuesday, June 9, has been struck out. In his ruling Monday, Justice Ademola Adeniyi […]
The Rivers State Chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has alleged a gang-up against former Governor Chibuike Amaechi by some powerful forces in the State desperate to ensure that he does not get appointed into the cabinet of President Muhammadu Buhari. “These retrogressive forces led by the State Caretaker Governor, Chief Nyesom Wike, are […]
Ayodele Afolabi, Abuja – Israel says it is solidly behind Nigeria’s ongoing efforts to rout the Boko Haram insurgents before the end of the year. A statement issued by the Special Adviser on Media and Public Affairs to Speaker Yakubu Dogara, Mr. Turaki Hassan, said the Speaker of Israel’s parliament Knesset Mr. Yuli-Yoel Edelstein who […]
By Ganiyu Nasirudeen – Former National Security Adviser (NSA), Col. Sambo Dasuki (retd), has been arraigned by the Federal Government (FG) before a Federal High Court, Abuja on one count of illegal possession of firearms. In his brief ruling Tuesday morning, Justice Adeniyi Ademola granted the ex-NSA bail on self-recognition after he pleaded not guilty […]
Unknown persons burgled the office of Newsdiaryonline located at Extension D-49, EFAB Mall in Garki district, Abuja. A statement by Mr. Danlami Nmodu, publisher /editor-in-chief of Newsdiaryonline said those who burgled the office forcefully broke the doors before gaining entrance. They also ransacked some drawers and made away with some vital office items, the statement […]
