The World Health Organisation Director-General Tedros Adhanom in his opening remark during a media briefing on COVID-19 on Wednesday, 11 March 2020 have declared that the COVID-19 be characterized as a pandemic. He said, “In the past two weeks, the number of cases of COVID-19 outside China has increased 13-fold, and the number of affected countries…
Category: Politics
Buhari Denies Having Any Dealing With Sanusi’s Dethronement
President Muhammadu Buhari has said that he has no hand in the removal of Sanusi Lamido Sanusi as Emir of Kano. Buhari spoke through his Senior Special Assistant on Media and Publicity, Garba Shehu, on Wednesday. In a post on Twitter, he said, “President Muhammadu Buhari has no involvement whatsoever in the dethronement of HRH…
After 100 years of existence, Dr. Nwadinobi Emerged as First Nigerian President of Medical Women’s International Association
President Buhari meet with Dr Eleanor Nwadinobi who is the first Nigerian to be elected as President of the Medical Women’s International Association, in its 100 years of existence.
Traffic Alert: Eko Bridge Inward Alaka Closed for Repairs.
LASG unveiled alternative routes for motorists as the Federal Controller of Works, Mr. Adedamola Kuti confirmed the closure of a section of Eko Bridge to enable rehabilitation works on worn-out bearings noticed between Alaka and Costain portion inwards Apongbon.
KDSG Appoints Muhammadu Sanusi II Into KADIPA Board
The Kaduna State Government has announced the appointment of His Highness, Muhammadu Sanusi II into the board of KADIPA, its investment promotion agency. A statement from Sir Kashim Ibrahim House said that Malam Nasir El-Rufai has approved the reconstitution of the board of KADIPA. Established in 2015, KADIPA has led the investment drive of the…
BREAKING: Dethroned Emir Sanusi Heads To Court
Deposed Kano Emir Muhammad Sanusi II has vowed to challenge his dethronement and banishment in court. His lawyer, Abubakar Mahmoud (SAN), declared this in a briefing few minutes ago in Abuja. He said the restriction of the Emir’s movement and his dethronement were unlawful and gross violation of his human rights.
Presidency Recovers Over N3.8bn From NDDC Contractors, Directors
President Muhammadu Buhari Tuesday in Abuja said law enforcement agencies have recovered over N3.7billion as well as various assets worth billions of Naira from contractors and former directors of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC). The President disclosed this at the inauguration of NDDC Advisory Committee, comprising the 9 Governors of the Niger Delta Region…
Kano Government Removes Sanusi As Emir Of Kano
The Kano State government has removed the Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, from office. The Secretary to the State Government, Usman Alhaji, announced this on Monday at the State Executive Council meeting which held at the Government House in Kano. Alhaji explained that the state government took the decision to remove the traditional ruler…
Breaking News: Nigeria Confirms Second Case Of Coronavirus
The Federal Ministry of health has announced the confirmation of a second case of #COVID19 in Nigeria. The Hon. Minister for health, Osagie Emmanuel Ehanire made this announcement on Monday 09, 2020, to alert the general public of government response and encourage ideal sanitation and awareness while the government sustains its pro active measures to…
David Oyedipo Describes Buhari Government As Most Wicked In Nigeria’s History
The Presiding Bishop of Living Faith Church Worldwide also known as Winners Chapel , Bishop David Oyedepo , has described the regime of the President, Major General Muhammadu Buhari ( retd .) , as the worst in the history of Nigeria . Oyedepo said this on Sunday while delivering a sermon during the second service…
Peterside Expresses Shock Over His Removal From Office By Presidency
The former Director-General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), Dr. Dakuku Peterside, appeared shocked by the reality of his sudden removal from office, just as his close aides have continued to lament the development. President Muhammadu Buhari, on Thursday, 5th of March 2020, approved the appointment of Bashir Jamoh to replace Peterside,…
Northeast Governors Issue 11-Point Communique After Gombe Meeting
Borno Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum alongside other Governors of the northeast last night released a 11-point communique after their one day meeting in Gombe. The communique was read by host governor of Gombe state, Inuwa Mohammed Yahaya after the Governors held closed door meetings which lasted hours. The communique has the following points: 1….
I’m Not Aware Of Peterside Removal From Office – Amaechi
Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, on Thursday, said he was not aware of the removal of the Director-General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency, Dakuku Peterside. On Wednesday evening, there were reports that President Buhari had approved the appointment of Bashir Jamoh as the new Director-General of NIMASA. But while speaking during a…
At 83, PDP Hails Obasanjo’s Patriotism, Celebrates Achievements
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) acclaims former President of Nigeria, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, for his undiluted patriotism towards the stability, development and cohesiveness of our nation, as he clocks 83. In a statement seen by Grassroots.ng from Kola Ologbondiyan, National Publicity Secretary, the party says Chief Obasanjo is a global leader and quintessential nationalist, who…
An FCT High Court in Jabi, Abuja has suspended Adams Oshiomhole as the national chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC). Justice Danlami Senchi, on Wednesday, ordered Oshiomhole to step down pending the determination of the substantive suit seeking his perpetual removal as the APC chairman
An FCT High Court in Jabi, Abuja has suspended Adams Oshiomhole as the national chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC). Justice Danlami Senchi, on Wednesday, ordered Oshiomhole to step down pending the determination of the substantive suit seeking his perpetual removal as the APC chairman
Oyo May Pass Amotekun Bill Today
There are reports on Monday that the bill on Amotekun may be passed by the Oyo State House of Assembly today (Tuesday). Although attempts by our correspondent to get an official confirmation from the lawmakers were abortive, a close source said, “The bill on Amotekun is ready for passage.” Asked if non-indigenes would be enlisted…
Gbajabimilla Blasts Sahara Reporters, Denies Report
Speaker of House of Representatives, Femi Gbajabimilla has denied reports by Sahara Reporters that he spent public funds to host his mother’s birthday in Dubia, the United Arabs Emirates Capital. He also denied taking 300 guests to the loaction of the birthday. Recall that online platform had on Monday reported that the Speaker took 300…
FG To Develop Strategies In Curbing Arms Proliferation Soon
The Vice President, Professor Yemi Osinbajo, has given an assurance that the Federal Government would soon develop a clear-cut set of strategies to curb and curtail the proliferation of small and light weapons in the country. He gave the assurance on Monday at a meeting with top security chiefs and members of the Presidential Committee…
Supreme Court Dismisses APC’s Application To Review Bayelsa Judgment
The Supreme Court on Wednesday dismissed the applications for a review of its February 13, 2020, judgment which overturned the All Progressives Congress’ victory in the last governorship election in Bayelsa State. A seven-man panel of the apex court led by Justice Sylvester Ngwuta described the applications filed by the APC and its governorship candidate…
BREAKING: Court Sentences Metuh To Seven Years Imprisonment
The Federal High Court in Abuja has sentenced a former National Publicity Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Mr Olisa Metuh, to seven years in prison. Justice Okon Abang handed down the sentence in his judgement on Tuesday on seven counts of money laundering and criminal diversion of funds to the tune of N400…