US President Joe Biden has announced what he called the first tranche of sanctions against Russia, including steps to starve the country of financing, saying Moscow had started an invasion of Ukraine. He said they are implementing sanctions on Russia’s sovereign debt which means they have cut off Russia’s government […]
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Babatunde Ogunnaike, Co-Author of National Anthem is Dead
The death of one of the authors of the Nigerian National anthem, Babatunde Ogunnaike has been announced. He was born on March 26, 1956 in Ogun state and died on February 20,2022. He attended the University of Lagos where he graduated with first class honours in Chemical Engineering for his […]
High Court in Jos Sentences Former Minister of Water Resources, Sarah Ochekpe, two others for N450 million fraud
A Federal High Court in Jos on Tuesday sentenced former Minister of Water Resources, Sarah Ochekpe and two others for N450 million fraud. The court also sentenced Raymond Dabo and Leo Jitung to three months imprisonment each. It will be recalled that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) charged […]
Court Grants Application by NDLEA to Further Detain Suspended Police DC, Abba Kyari
A federal high court in Abuja has granted an application by the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) to further detain Abba Kyari, the suspended deputy commissioner of police (DCP) and six others for 14 days. The NDLEA told the court that the suspects are currently the subject of a […]
Ministry of Foreign Affairs Refutes Disclaimer asking Nigerians to put off Travelling to Eastern Europe
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has sent out a disclaimer against a fake press release which was purported to be from the ministry. In a release signed by spokesperson of the ministry, Mrs Francisca Omayuli yesterday, the ministry asked the public to disregard the press release which was released on […]
Hon. Chris Azubogu Raises Motion to Restore Security in Anambra State and Environs
The motion by the member representing Nnewi North/South and Ekwusigo Federal Constituency, Hon Chris Emeka Azubogu on the floor of the National Assembly has evoked national conversation regarding insecurity , especially in relations to Anambra South and borders towns surrounding Imo state. In his motion titled, “Urgent Need To Restore […]
NSCDC Restates Commitment to Deal with Filling Stations Working Against Government Directives
Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC , has vowed to arrest filling station owners who are taking unnecessary advantage of the artificial scarcity of Premium Motor Spirit, otherwise known as Petrol or fuel, to increase the price of the product , thereby worsening the current situation in the state. […]
The NLO Berackaih Coaching clinic which held in Anambra has come to an end.
The secretary of the Anambra football association, Mr Chijoke Onyedika presented certificates to about 13 coaches who participated in the event, while charging them to go far with the knowledge impacted in them. During the interactive session with Sports Writers Association of Nigeria, SWAN, senior instructor, Coach Alphonsus Dike said […]
YSFON U-20 Cup tournament unveiled by his Royal Majesty Igwe Kenneth Orizu of Nnewi at his palace in Otolo, Nnewi.
The tournament is organised by the office of the Nigeria Pillar of Sports, which is headed by Chief Donatus Agu-Ejidike and the Youths Sports Federations of Nigeria Anambra State Chapter. Commending Chief Donatus Agu-Ejidike, Igwe Orizu termed the tournament a welcome development and honour. The organizing committee for the tournament […]
IGP congratulates Iron Abbey, on her victory at the international championship bout against United Kingdom’s Laura Pain.
The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Usman Alkali Baba, on behalf of the entire Police Force, has congratulated the famous Police Constable, Mary Yetunde Aina (aka Iron Abbey), on her victory at the international championship bout against United Kingdom’s Laura Pain, on her soil, to clinch the World Boxing Foundation (WBF) […]