A former Aviation Minister, Mr. Osita Chidoka has criticised the Federal Government for failing to keep its promise to the Nigerian people. He said there is a multi-ethnic collation that has run the country down which has equally made Nigerians use ethnicity in accruing power. Giving an example, Mr Chidoka […]
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Nigeria At 60: PDP Asks Buhari To Rejig Cabinet, Save Nigeria From Collapsing
The People’s Democratic Party (PDP) has urged President Muhammadu Buhari to rejig its cabinet and save Nigeria from collapse even on the occasion of the 60th independent anniversary. The party in its statement signed by its National Publicity Secretary, Kola Ologbondiyan asked the President to inject new blood into his […]
Experts say Coronavirus risks greatest surge in child marriages in 25 years
A charity has warned that the coronavirus pandemic could lead to a spike in child marriages globally, reversing 25 years of progress on ending the practice. Save the Children said Covid-19 had put 2.5 million more girls at risk of early marriage by 2025. The pandemic is increasing poverty, forcing […]
Protesters Storm Lagos, demand for end to bad governance.
As Nigeria marks its 60th Independence, protesters numbering about two hundred, (200), Thursday stormed the streets of Lagos, demanding the end to bad governance and leadership in the country. They told newsmen that they were members of #RevolutionNow protesters. It will be recalled that the federal had last year arrested […]
Nigeria lifts ban on Emirates Airlines
[5:00 PM, 10/1/2020] Aunty Ada Kpakpando FM: The Federal Government has agreed to lift the ban placed on Emirates Airlines from operating into and out of the country. According to Mr James Odaudu, Director, Public Affairs, Ministry of Aviation, in a statement on Wednesday, the lift of the ban was […]
Buhari announces new price for petrol
President Muhammadu Buhari has announced a new pump price of petrol in the country. Buhari said fuel would now be sold at N161 per liter in Nigeria, noting that other nations such as Ghana, Niger, Chad, Saudi Arabia and other oil-producing countries sell petrol on higher prices than Nigeria. He […]
Update on Coronavirus shows that Nigeria recorded 201 new Confirmed cases of COVID-19
Update on COVID -19 shows that on the 30th of September 2020, 201 new confirmed cases were recorded in Nigeria. One death was also recorded. Till date, 58848 cases have been confirmed, 50,358 cases have been discharged and 1,112 deaths have also been recorded in 36 states and the Federal […]
Death toll from Coronavirus exceeds One million.
Reports say the number of global coronavirus deaths has exceeded 1 million. It was also gathered that cases recorded across the world have also passed 33.5 million. According to analysts, the United States is the worst hit with over 7.3 million cases and 209,000 deaths. Brazil has nearly 4.75 million […]
NCDC warns against COVID-19 resurgence, explosion in Nigeria
The Nigerian Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has warned against another COVID-19 explosion in the country, following deliberate refusal by some states to carry out adequate testing. NCDC’s Director-General, Dr. Chikwe Ihekweazu, made this known while exchanging views with journalists, noting that some states were unable to ascertain the number […]
Anambra Police conduct free prostate cancer screening, treatment for officers over 40
The Anambra State Police Command, has launched a free prostate cancer screening and treatment for its men who are 40 years and above. The medical intervention was in partnership with the Stanley Medical Foundation and sponsored by Honorable Dozie Nwankwo, member representing Anocha/Njikoka/Dunukofia Federal Constituency. The State Commissioner of police, […]