The Nigerian Bar Association has condemned extra-judicial killings in any part of the country, describing them as reprehensible, barbaric and unacceptable. A statement signed by the President of the bar, Olumide Akpata also called on security agencies to do more to stem these ugly developments, and to ensure that the perpetrators of these heinous acts […]
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Fuel Scarcity: Airlines Warn Of Imminent Disruptions To Flights
The Airlines Operators of Nigeria (AON) has warned that the flight operations of its members may experience disruptions due to a growing scarcity of aviation fuel (Jet-A1). A statement signed by AON’s spokesperson Prof. Obiora Okonkwo, said the “The scarcity is impacting negatively on seamless conduct of air transport operations and would lead to flight […]
EFCC arrests Nigeria’s Accountant General, Ahmed Idris for N80bn fraud
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested Nigeria’s Accountant General of the Federation, Ahmed Idris.EFCC Head of Media, Wilson Uwujaren announced this in a statement on Monday.The spokesman said EFCC operatives took Idris into custody for alleged massive fraud.The top official is accused of diversion of funds and money laundering to the tune […]
Deborah’s last words as she pleaded for mercy: What do you hope to achieve with this?
Britain condemns killing, tasks govt to bring perpetrators to book Course mates speak on how she was killed Her last word as she pleaded for mercy Muslim clerics express divergent views on the justification for killing Outrage has continued to trail the killing of a Christian female student, Miss Deborah Samuel by a mob in […]
IMF: Fuel Subsidy Causing Deterioration in Fiscal Balance in Nigeria
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) yesterday maintained that prolonged payment of petrol subsidy in Nigeria was affecting the country’s fiscal balance despite revenue increase from rise in global oil price.The Washington-based institution stated this in its latest Regional Economic Outlook for Sub-Saharan Africa titled: “A New Shock and Little Room to Maneuver,” released yesterday.It stated: […]
Alaafin Of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi,dies at 83
There are reports that the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi, may have joined his ancestors. IT was officially confirmed by the Oyo Mesi and the Oyo State government The foremost Yoruba traditional ruler was one of the longest-reigning Alaafin of Oyo. He became Aláàfin in 1970. He was aged 83. He succeeded Alaafin Gbadegesin […]
Minister wants compulsory psychiatric test for couples before marriage
The Minister of Women Affairs and Social Development, Dame Pauline Tallen, has said she will initiate a conversation with the Minister of Interior Rauf Aregbesola to ensure that psychiatric tests are made compulsory as part of marriage requirements in the country. Tallen also said there is an urgent need to put an end to the […]
Ownership of properties in Dubai, others: Buratai’s counsel debunks allegations
Osuagwu Ugochukwu, personal counsel to former Chief of Army Staff and current Nigeria Ambassador to Benin Republic, Gen Tukur Burutai (Retd), Thursday, debunked allegation on illegal ownership of properties in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, UAE, and other issues. Ugochukwu reacted to an allegation made by one Jackson Ude against his client, Gen Burutai, alleging that […]
June 12: Lagos police chief tells ‘thugs’ to leave protesters alone
Chief superintendent of police (CSP), Saheed Olayinka Egbeyemi Chief superintendent of police (CSP), Saheed Olayinka Egbeyemi, has warned thugs stay away and refrain from attacking protesters in Lagos State. The police chief arrived at the protest ground in Ojota mid-afternoon with his team fully dressed as part of efforts to monitor the activities of protesters […]