Tuesday, 31 May 2016

NigerianEye: “Niger Delta Avengers mocks Tompolo, threatens bloody attacks” plus 29 more

NigerianEye: “Niger Delta Avengers mocks Tompolo, threatens bloody attacks” plus 29 more


Niger Delta Avengers mocks Tompolo, threatens bloody attacks

Posted: 31 May 2016 10:42 PM PDT

Niger Delta Avengers, NDA, has derided former militant leader, Government Ekpemupolo, alias Tompolo, over perceived sufferings and untold hardship soldiers have subjected people of Gbaramatu Kingdom,...

Travel ban on govs could plunge Nigeria into civil war - PDP

Posted: 31 May 2016 10:39 PM PDT

The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Osun State chapter, yesterday warned President Muhammadu Buhari against acts capable of plunging the country into civil war, saying tampering with the...

Ekiti workers shun meeting with Fayose, insist on strike

Posted: 31 May 2016 10:34 PM PDT

Workers in Ekiti State on Tuesday shunned the meeting called by the state government to resolve the ongoing strike in the state. The workers on Thursday began an indefinite strike to press home the...

Nigeria’s oil production drops to 900,000 per barrel

Posted: 31 May 2016 10:32 PM PDT

Months of militant attacks on pipelines and oil infrastructure in the Niger Delta region have crippled production in Nigeria, Africa's largest producer of crude. Militant group Niger Delta Avengers...

'Surrender yourself to the Federal Government' - Ex-militants urge Tompolo, Avengers

Posted: 31 May 2016 10:24 PM PDT

The Niger Delta Liberation Force (NDLF), the defunct militia group led by the late John Togo, has urged the embattled former militant leader, Government Ekpemupolo (Tompolo), to surrender himself to...

INEC fixes June 22 for voter registration in Edo, Ondo

Posted: 31 May 2016 09:52 PM PDT

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) said voter registration in Edo and Ondo States would commence on June 22 ahead of governorship elections in both states. The governorship...

Governor Aregbesola raises concern over persistent rainfall

Posted: 31 May 2016 09:51 PM PDT

The Governor of Osun, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, has associated incessant stormy rainfall being experienced in the country to the much talked about negative impacts of man on the environment. The...

Buhari holds closed door meeting with South East politicians in Aso Rock

Posted: 31 May 2016 09:49 PM PDT

President Muhammadu Buhari on Tuesday held a closed- door meeting with some South East politicians led by former Senate President, Ken Nnamani, at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. The meeting came a...

IPOB members will be arraigned for murder – Police IG, Arase

Posted: 31 May 2016 01:00 PM PDT

The Inspector-General of Police, Solomon Arase, has directed that members of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) who were arrested in connection with the killing of three policemen on Monday be...

Why Nigeria is not working – Atiku

Posted: 31 May 2016 12:58 PM PDT

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar said on Tuesday that Nigeria is not working effectively because of the way it has been structured – deploying more power to the centre than the federating...

Luxembourg 1-3 Nigeria: Iheanacho and Ighalo goals give Eagles second straight victory

Posted: 31 May 2016 01:00 PM PDT

Nigeria won their second straight game 3-1 against Luxembourg in Tuesday's international friendly played at the Stade Josy Barthel in Luxembourg City. Returning to the starting line up for the first...

National shipping line underway – Amaechi

Posted: 31 May 2016 12:57 PM PDT

The Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi , has said the Federal Government is considering the idea of establishing a National Shipping Line for the country. He said the shipping line if...

We will not dialogue with Niger Delta Avengers - Nigerian Army

Posted: 31 May 2016 12:54 PM PDT

The Nigerian Army said on Tuesday that dialogue with the militant group, Niger Delta Avengers, whose operations in the oil rich region have cut down ‎daily oil production output, was not yet an...

Fayose’s aide resigns

Posted: 31 May 2016 12:52 PM PDT

The Special Assistant on Parliamentary Matters to Governor Ayodele Fayose, Mr. Samuel Ajibola, has resigned his appointment. Ajibola, in his letter of resignation, said he quit Fayose's...

My challenge in managing the Buhari brand – Femi Adesina

Posted: 31 May 2016 12:45 PM PDT

Senior Special Assistant to the President on the Media, Mr. Femi Adesina, Wednesday, identified the reticence and thriftiness of President Muhammadu Buhari, as some of the challenges that has...

Real Madrid May Sign Pogba – Perez

Posted: 31 May 2016 09:52 AM PDT

Real Madrid would be interested in signing Paul Pogba if the Juventus midfielder became available, according to club president Florentino Perez. Pogba was once again one of Juve's outstanding...

Police deploy 600 officers for ‘inconclusive’ Nasarawa/Toto federal constituency re-run polls

Posted: 31 May 2016 09:48 AM PDT

The Police Command in Nasarawa state said it had deployed 600 personnel for the House of Representatives re-run election for Nasarawa/Toto Constituency on Wednesday. Commissioner of Police in the...

TEAM NEWS: Iheanacho Starts Against Luxembourg

Posted: 31 May 2016 09:39 AM PDT

Super Eagles interim coach Salisu Yusuf has effected six changes to Nigeria's starting line-up for Friday evening's international friendly against Luxembourg at Josy Barthel Stadium. Only Musa...

Buhari in closed-door meeting with Nnamani, other South East politicians in Aso Rock

Posted: 31 May 2016 09:33 AM PDT

President Muhammadu Buhari on Tuesday held a closed- door meeting with some South East politicians led by former Senate President, Ken Nnamani, at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. The meeting came a...

Obasanjo queried me for proposing privatisation of NNPC - Atiku

Posted: 31 May 2016 09:23 AM PDT

Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar says he was queried by President Olusegun Obasanjo in 1999 for proposing the privatisation of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC). Speaking on...

Enyimba stadium to be completed in June

Posted: 31 May 2016 08:59 AM PDT

The rebuilding of Enyimba FC Stadium in Aba will be ready in June, Mr Ebi Egbe, Director of the contracting firm handling the project, said on Tuesday. Egbe said that the company had received firm...

New Video: Falz ft Olamide & Davido - Bahd, Baddo, Baddest

Posted: 31 May 2016 08:50 AM PDT

It's here People! The official video for Falz' Bahd, Baddo, Baddest is Here! Featuring Davido and Olamide, the music video was directed by Unlimited L.A. Watch it here!      

Baseline records accuse Skales' manager of stealing over N13m

Posted: 31 May 2016 08:49 AM PDT

Osagie Osarenkhoe, also known as This Metal Chic, has been accused of fraud by Baseline Records, home to Skales and Aramide. Osagie, currently managing Skales, has been accused by the record label...

Justices inability to form a quorum stalls Saraki’s appeal against CCT

Posted: 31 May 2016 08:31 AM PDT

Hearing in an appeal by the President of the Senate, Dr Bukola Saraki, on the jurisdiction of Code of Conduct Tribunal to try him was stalled at the Court of Appeal, Abuja, on Tuesday. The matter...

Court grants 88 MASSOB members bail in Ebonyi

Posted: 31 May 2016 08:27 AM PDT

An Abakaliki Magistrate Court Tuesday granted bail to 88 members of the Movement for the Actualization of Sovereign State of Biafra(MASSOB) arrested by the Ebonyi State Police command Abakaliki...

Ohanaeze youths drum support for Buhari

Posted: 31 May 2016 08:26 AM PDT

The youth wing of the pan Igbo socio- political group, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, has declared support for President Muhammadu Buhari's change agenda in transforming Nigeria and urged Ndigbo to ensure he...

Chinese Club Planning To Replace Gyan With Hulk

Posted: 31 May 2016 09:42 AM PDT

Chinese club Shanghai SIPG are looking to sell Ghana striker Asamoah Gyan at the first available opportunity, and replace him with Zenit st, Petersburg forward, Hulk. The Black Stars striker joined...

Strike: Drivers, artisans rally support for Fayose, accuse labour leaders of N25m bribe

Posted: 31 May 2016 08:21 AM PDT

Concerned Trade Unions in Ekiti State, comprising artisans and commercial drivers , Tuesday held an anti-workers rally in Ado-Ekiti, describing the ongoing strike declared by labour unions to press...

Governor Wike appoints Joseph Yobo as Senior Special Assistant

Posted: 31 May 2016 08:19 AM PDT

Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Ezenwo Wike has appointed Former Super Eagles Captain, Joseph Yobo as Senior Special Assistant on Sports Development to the Governor. The governor has also appointed...

PSG's Aurier Arrested

Posted: 31 May 2016 08:07 AM PDT

PSG defender Serge Aurier will be remanded in police custody until at least Wednesday after being arrested outside a nightclub in Paris on Monday night. The Ivory Coast defender – who was...

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In Jos: Policeman reportedly shot dead by soldiers

Posted: 30 May 2016 12:21 PM PDT

Daily Sun reports that the other victims later identified as police officers, had sustained injuries during the unfortunate incident which claimed the life of one whose identity is yet to be released. A policeman has allegedly been shot and killed by soldiers over the weekend at a military check point close to Panshanu village along Bauchi-Jos road. ALSO READ: Soldier shoots student on the

Hello Food: Check out this Ramadan discount offer

Posted: 30 May 2016 03:01 AM PDT

This Ramadan, Hellofood is offering her customers N500 off every meal pre-ordered for Iftar before 4pm. Iftar is an important part of Ramadan for every Muslim. It is the time when the fast comes to an end for the day (after sunset). We find loads of smiles on faces as this time of the day because it's time to eat and drink as you please. For some, Iftar is observed in a congregation with

Samsung Galaxy J1 MINI: Small price with big benefits

Posted: 30 May 2016 03:01 AM PDT

For the selfie lovers, it offers a 3MP front camera and a 5MP rear camera that allows for excellent viewing angles and great colour reproduction. The Galaxy J1 Mini, member of the Samsung Galaxy J Series, was created with you in mind. The sleek phone with big features comes at a small price and promises to be your dream facilitator and daily companion. It offers a 4.0" display screen with high

Monday, 30 May 2016

NigerianEye: “UK detectives storm Nigeria for Alison-Madueke’s case” plus 29 more

NigerianEye: “UK detectives storm Nigeria for Alison-Madueke’s case” plus 29 more


UK detectives storm Nigeria for Alison-Madueke’s case

Posted: 30 May 2016 10:27 PM PDT

As part of the ongoing probe and preparation for the arraignment of a former Minister of Petroleum Resources, Mrs. Diezani Alison-Madueke, some investigators from the United Kingdom have visited...

There is nothing like Abacha loot - Al-Mustapha

Posted: 30 May 2016 10:28 PM PDT

The Chief Security Officer (CSO) to the late Head of State Gen. Sani Abacha, Major Hamzat al-Mustapha yesterday said there is "nothing like Abacha loot. He said he does not harbour grudges against...

'Sometimes i pity Lai Mohammed' - Buhari

Posted: 30 May 2016 10:28 PM PDT

President Muhammadu Buhari says he feels pity for Lai Mohammed, minister of information and culture, for having the responsibility of explaining government's actions or inaction to...

Jonathan’s conceding defeat really shocked me - Buhari

Posted: 30 May 2016 10:29 PM PDT

One year after the 2015 Presidential elections and assumption in office, President Muhammadu Buhari on Monday declared that he was shocked that former President Goodluck Jonathan conceded defeat to...

Buhari inherited this burden from Jonathan - Wole Soyinka

Posted: 30 May 2016 10:29 PM PDT

NOBEL laureate Prof Wole Soyinka has said it would take time for President Muhammadu Buhari to clear the rot he inherited from his predecessor, Dr. Goodluck Jonathan, whose administration, he...

Reasons why I appointed 147 aides — Taraba governor

Posted: 30 May 2016 10:24 PM PDT

Governor Darius Ishaku of Taraba State, has said he appointed 147 Advisers and Special Assistants as a means of reducing unemployment in the state. But All Progressives Congress, APC, in the state,...

Buhari set to begin Ogoni clean-up

Posted: 30 May 2016 10:22 PM PDT

President Muhammadu Buhari will on Thursday visit the Niger Delta region, rocked by attacks on oil and gas facilities, for the first time since taking office a year ago, Reuters quoted a government...

APC blasts Fayose for unpaid workers’ salaries

Posted: 30 May 2016 10:20 PM PDT

The All Progressives Congress in Ekiti State has warned Governor Ayodele Fayose to stop maligning former Governor Kayode Fayemi over his inability to pay workers' salaries. It said blaming the...

Nigeria in danger of losing more oil buyers

Posted: 30 May 2016 10:28 PM PDT

Nigeria, which recently lost its Africa's top oil producer status to Angola on the back of huge decline in its output, stands a chance of losing some of its traditional buyers to rival producers such...

Police arrest 12 Biafra agitators in Rivers

Posted: 30 May 2016 10:17 PM PDT

Men of Counter Terrorism Unit (CTU), of the Rivers state Police command on Monday disrupted the peaceful match by members of Ralph Uwazurike-led Movement For the Actualization of the Sovereign States...

Be patient with Buhari, Sharia judge advises Nigerians

Posted: 30 May 2016 10:15 PM PDT

The Grand Khadi of the Kwara State Sharia Court of Appeal, Justice Sali Mohammad, has urged Nigerians to be patient with President Muhammadu Buhari's administration. The grand Khadi said "President...

'I dare you to prevent me from travelling abroad' - Fayose fires Buhari

Posted: 30 May 2016 03:38 PM PDT

Governor Ayodele Fayose of Ekiti State, on Monday, dared the President Muhammadu Buhari-led Federal Government to carry out the alleged plot of preventing him from travelling out of the country ,...

Sokoto will employ 10,000 teachers - Tambuwal

Posted: 30 May 2016 03:27 PM PDT

The Sokoto State Government has concluded plans to employ no fewer than 10,000 qualified teachers, the state governor, Aminu Tambuwal has said. Governor Tambuwal, who made the disclosure yesterday...

Imo governor, Rochas Okorocha denies 2019 presidential posters

Posted: 30 May 2016 03:20 PM PDT

Imo Governor, Rochas Okorocha has denied having anything to do with the posters of the governor of Borno State, Alhaji Kashim Shettima running for the 2019 Presidency Rochas as the Vice...

‘I don’t know what I sign’, Lionel Messi told judge in fraud case

Posted: 30 May 2016 11:48 AM PDT

Argentina star Lionel Messi, who is due to go on trial in Barcelona for alleged tax fraud, told a judge that he never looks at the contracts he signs, the El Periodico daily said Monday. The...

Family watch teenage son make love to wife for the first time

Posted: 30 May 2016 10:34 PM PDT

Singaporean social media has been captivated by an unusual story concerning a family living in Woodlands New Town. A photo was posted by a member of the family earlier this week, and it has since...

Pictures: Nigeria train ahead of Luxembourg friendly

Posted: 30 May 2016 10:01 AM PDT

Nigeria's Super Eagles observed their first training session in Luxembourg after arriving yesterday May 29th ahead of their International friendly match against the Red Lions of Luxembourg...

Flamingoes Handed Tough W/C Draw, Paired With Brazil

Posted: 30 May 2016 09:35 AM PDT

Nigeria will confront Brazil, England and Korea DPR in Group C of the preliminary round of the Fifa World U17 Championship in Jordan. The draw event took place at the Al-Hussein Cultural Centre in...

Nigerians Lambaste Oliseh On Twitter After Hailing Zidane's UCL Triumph

Posted: 30 May 2016 09:25 AM PDT

Congrats to Zidane for a lightning return 2 D top of World football.As he used to insist 2 me at Juventus: positive thinking is everything— Sunday Oliseh (@SundayOOliseh) May 28, 2016 Nigerian...

Onitsha violence: Anambra govt condemns pro-Biafran protesters

Posted: 30 May 2016 08:35 AM PDT

The Anambra State Government has condemned the Indigenous People of Biafra's celebration and rally that turned violent and resulted in the deaths of several persons in Onitsha. The government, in a...

Unapologetic side chic shares her accomplishment with her boyfriend's wife

Posted: 30 May 2016 08:39 AM PDT

A Lady named Ebikhena Alphonsus went to the Facebook page of her boyfriend's wife to blast her for not sexually satisfying the man. According to her, the man in question is 'killing her with his...

We had nothing to do with Onitsha clash – MASSOB

Posted: 30 May 2016 08:18 AM PDT

The Movement for the Actualisation of the Sovereign State of Biafra has dissociated itself from the Biafran anniversary celebrations that led to a bloody clash between soldiers and pro-Biafran...

Police storm prayer session, arrest pastors, 320 MASSOB members in Ebonyi

Posted: 30 May 2016 07:58 AM PDT

The Police in Ebonyi State on Monday arrested some clergymen who were conducting an inter-denominational service for members of the Movement for the Actualization of the Sovereign State of Biafra...

Bloody Monday in Anambra as soldiers, pro-Biafran activists clash, many feared dead

Posted: 30 May 2016 07:37 AM PDT

It was a bloody Monday in Anambra state, South-East Nigeria as many persons were allegedly killed during a clash between soldiers and members of the Indigenous People of Biafra . The clash occurred...

Mexico Footballer Rescued From Kidnappers

Posted: 30 May 2016 07:43 AM PDT

Mexico international Alan Pulido has been rescued from abductors in north-east Mexico hours after he was kidnapped, officials say. Pulido, 25, appeared with a bandaged hand and told reporters he...

Is Goodluck Far From Nigeria? No Democracy Message From Ex- President, Jonathan

Posted: 30 May 2016 07:34 AM PDT

Yesterday, President Muhamadu Buhari and Nigerians, home and abroad celebrated May 29th, Democracy day. Democracy Day is coined from the People's Democratic Party's ideology of celebrating the...

New Video: Seyi Sodimu ft K.Michelle - Love me jeje (remix)

Posted: 30 May 2016 07:20 AM PDT

Seyi Sodimu releases the remix of his hit single "Love Me Jeje" featuring American R&B sensation K. Michelle. The song which was previously released years back, was a monster hit and helped...

Rashford signs new Manchester United deal until 2020

Posted: 30 May 2016 07:17 AM PDT

Manchester United starlet Marcus Rashford has signed a new contract for the English giant which keeps him at the club until at least June 2020 with an option to extend for a further...

17 MASSOB members arrested in Imo

Posted: 30 May 2016 07:10 AM PDT

The police in Owerri, Imo State on Monday arrested some 17 members of the Movement for the Actualization of the Sovereign State of Biafra (MASSOB) for holding a road show in commemoration of 49th...

EFCC recovers N900m from Jonathan’s kinsman

Posted: 30 May 2016 07:05 AM PDT

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has recovered N900m from Mr. Waripamowei Dudafa, a former Special Assistant on Domestic Affairs to ex-President Goodluck Jonathan. A reliable source at...

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In China: Company embarks on mass production of Donald Trump, Hillary Clinton's masks

Posted: 29 May 2016 10:22 AM PDT

Chinese company, Jinhua Partytime Latex Art and Crafts Factory is stockpiling the masks ahead of the election campaign and Halloween Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton are both cleaning up in the mask-selling popularity contest, despite having the lowest favorability ratings of any likely presidential nominees in recent history. ALSO READ: Protesters throw rocks, bottles at police outside Trump

In Zimbabwe: Primary school student reportedly turns to snake on assembly ground

Posted: 29 May 2016 06:09 AM PDT

It was alleged that the student fell down and started to slither like a snake. The shocking incident happened earlier in the week at Bulawayo, Zimbabwe as students ran helter skelter after the sudden appearance of a snake during school assembly. ALSO READ: Man in Zimbabwe caught having sex with his mentally deranged son The incident left many of the students injured in the ensuing pandemonium.

Sunday, 29 May 2016

NigerianEye: “I’m under pressure to devalue Naira – Buhari” plus 29 more

NigerianEye: “I’m under pressure to devalue Naira – Buhari” plus 29 more


I’m under pressure to devalue Naira – Buhari

Posted: 29 May 2016 06:48 PM PDT

It is exactly one year since Muhammadu Buhari was sworn in as President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. Ahead of the official commemoration of his ascension to power, Buhari spoke with some...

REVEALED: Reasons why Buhari did not release details of stolen asset recovered from corrupt officials – Lai Mohammed

Posted: 29 May 2016 06:48 PM PDT

President Muhammadu Buhari did not release details of looted asset, recovered from corrupt persons, due to "legal reasons", an official has said. The Minister of Information, Lai Mohammed, disclosed...

Nigerian Army arrests suspected members of Niger Delta Avengers

Posted: 29 May 2016 06:52 PM PDT

As part of efforts by the Federal Government to check the spate of renewed attacks on oil and gas installations in the Niger Delta region, the Nigerian Army has arrested 10 suspected members of the...

In one year, Buhari/APC ruined Nigeria’s economy - Fayose

Posted: 29 May 2016 06:51 PM PDT

Ekiti State Governor, Mr Ayodele Fayose has lamented that in just one year of the All Progressives Congress (APC) government of President Mohammadu Buhari, the country's economy was ruined so much...

5 Irresistible Ways To Please Your Man In Bed

Posted: 29 May 2016 08:23 PM PDT

WARNING: This article is for the married couples only, abstinence is advised for the unmarried. Once you know how to please your man in bed, then you can be pretty certain that other women won't...

Charly boy Writes A Letter To Buhari On Behalf Of 'Frustrated & Abandoned Youths'

Posted: 29 May 2016 06:47 PM PDT

My Dear Presido, You know how hard and for how long you have fought for this your job, now that you have it, we cant wait to see how our lives will CHANGE!! People already don begin dey throw...

Nigerian troops avert militant attack on Agip Oil pipeline – Spokesperson

Posted: 29 May 2016 06:16 PM PDT

The Nigerian Army says its troops prevented militants from blowing up Agip Oil pipeline at Gulobokri, Brass Local Government Area, Bayelsa State. The troops from 343 Artillery Regiment of 2 Brigade,...

Labour tackles Fayose over claims on IGR

Posted: 29 May 2016 06:15 PM PDT

The organised labour in Ekiti State has denied being part of the sharing of the federal monthly allocation coming to the state, contrary to the claims of Governor Ayodele Fayose. The organised...

Ben Ayade not ready for governance - APC

Posted: 29 May 2016 06:11 PM PDT

The All Progressives Congress in Cross River State says Governor Ben Ayade is not prepared for state administration. The Acting Chairman of the party in the state, Mr. John Ochala, gave the APC's...

Lassa fever kills 149 in Nigeria - WHO

Posted: 29 May 2016 05:41 PM PDT

The World Health Organisation, WHO, has announced that it had been notified of 273 cases of Lassa fever, including 149 deaths in Nigeria between August 2015 and May 17, 2016. In a disease outbreak...

Governor Umahi orders arrest, prosecution of PDP youth leader

Posted: 29 May 2016 05:39 PM PDT

Governor David Umahi, yesterday ordered the arrest and prosecution of the state Peoples Democratic Party, PDP youth leader, Mr. Mark Onu for alleged public disorder and attempt to disrupt the 2016...

Wilderness pains in Nigeria will soon be gone - Osinbajo

Posted: 29 May 2016 05:33 PM PDT

Vice President Yemi Osinbajo has enjoined Nigerians not to lose hope as God's hand is upon the nation. Osinbajo spoke at the Democracy Day Inter-Denominal Service at the Christian Centre Abuja, The...

Desmond Tutu ‘sad’ his gay daughter had to step down as Anglican priest

Posted: 29 May 2016 05:31 PM PDT

The daughter of anti-apartheid figure Archbishop Desmond Tutu has had to give up being an Anglican priest after she married a woman. In an email to the AFP news agency Mpho Tutu-van Furth said...

Democracy best solution to Nigeria's problems - Saraki

Posted: 29 May 2016 05:27 PM PDT

Senate President Bukola Saraki has commended Nigerians for working to sustain democracy in the past 17 years despite the various challenges the country has encountered within the period. In a...

INEC conducts 127 elections in six months

Posted: 29 May 2016 05:24 PM PDT

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has conducted 127 elections in the last six months. Its Chairman, Prof Mahmood Yakubu, said INEC has since the 2015 general elections conducted...

Governor Ambode launches N500m disability fund

Posted: 29 May 2016 04:58 PM PDT

Lagos State on Sunday set up the state's Persons Living with Disabilities (PLWD) Fund with N500 million. Ambode spoke at a programme for the physically challenged with theme: "Celebrating Ability in...

List of stolen and recovered loots will be released this week, Wednesday or Thursday - Presidency

Posted: 29 May 2016 01:30 PM PDT

On Sunday, president Buhari disappointed several Nigeria after he failed to deliver on an earlier promise he had made to name the looters from the past administration during his Democracy Day speech....

British Airways denies pulling out of Nigeria

Posted: 29 May 2016 02:17 PM PDT

British Airways, Monday, denied reports that it was pulling out of Nigeria due to the operating environment. There had been reports quoting Mr Kola Olayinka, Country Manager British Airways, as...

#PMBWasted365Days - Nigerians blast Buhari for a 'poor' first year in office (READ COMMENTS)

Posted: 29 May 2016 06:50 PM PDT

Following the May 29 anniversary speech made by President Muhammadu Buhari to mark his first year in office, several Nigerians have taken  to social media to express their frustration and...

Jonathan's minister gives kudos to Buhari

Posted: 29 May 2016 01:20 PM PDT

The immediate past Minister of National Planning, Prof. Abubakar Suleiman, on Sunday gave kudos to President Mohammad Buhari for his fight against Boko Haram terrorists in the country. Suleiman gave...

My governorship mandate, an assignment from God - Ambode

Posted: 29 May 2016 01:16 PM PDT

Governor Akinwunmi Ambode of Lagos State, on Sunday, said his ascension into office one year ago as the 14th Governor of the State was an assignment from God, just as he vowed to continue to serve...

'Stop blowing pipelines' - Tompolo tells Niger Delta Avengers

Posted: 29 May 2016 01:03 PM PDT

Ex-militant leader, Government Ekpempuolo, alias Tompolo, again on Sunday, said he does not know the Niger Delta Avengers, NDA, and urged the militant group to cease blowing up oil facilities and...

Nigeria should be greatful to APC, Buhari – Bello

Posted: 29 May 2016 12:58 PM PDT

Governor Yahaya Bello of Kogi state has said the All Progressives Congress, APC, came to power during the 'worst' and difficult period in the history of the country, however said with cooperation and...

Nigerian man executed in Saudi Arabia

Posted: 29 May 2016 12:57 PM PDT

Saudi authorities put to death a Nigerian on Sunday after convicting him of murdering a policeman, the latest in a surge of executions that has drawn concern from human rights groups. It was 95th...

An uninspiring speech by president Buhari, he looked very sick and weak - PDP

Posted: 29 May 2016 07:19 PM PDT

The People's Democratic party, PDP, has reacted to President Muhammadu Buhari's speech marking his one year in office. The party said the president's speech was uninspiring. This disclosure was...

IPOB calls friends, lovers to peaceful Biafra rememberance day

Posted: 29 May 2016 12:55 PM PDT

The indigenous people of Biafra, IPOB Sunday called on Biafans all over the world, friends of Biafra, lovers of freedom and all freedom fighters across the world to come out on Monday to witness the...

INEC is destroying foundation of democracy - Wike

Posted: 29 May 2016 12:51 PM PDT

Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Ezenwo Wike has declared that the state is not celebrating democracy day because the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, has destroyed the foundation of...

I could not provide job for my family members because they did not qualify - Ogun governor

Posted: 29 May 2016 12:49 PM PDT

Ogun State governor, Senator Ibikunle Amosun, Sunday, denied running government of nepotism, saying he could not provide job for his family members because they did not qualify . Amosun said except...

We have every reason to thank God, Okowa tells Deltans

Posted: 29 May 2016 12:46 PM PDT

Delta State Governor, Senator Ifeanyi Okowa, Sunday marked Democracy Day and his one year in office anniversary with a thanksgiving, asserting that Deltans have reasons to thank God for His hands of...

Tomato Disease: Experts proffer solutions to Tuta Absoluta

Posted: 29 May 2016 12:39 PM PDT

Agricultural experts at the University of Ibadan, on Sunday, proffered solutions to the recent outbreak of Tomato disease, Tuta Absoluta, saying importing tomato seeds was not the best option. Dr....