Ex-agitators under the Phase Three of the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP) in Delta State, have demanded the return of their guns and other weapons, which they surrendered to the Federal Government in 2011. The ex-militants are making the demand as a result of alleged failure of the FG to fulfil […]
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Court in Bauchi Sentences Three Persons to Community Service for Possession Of Cannabis Sativa
Three persons convicted by Federal High Court, Bauchi, have been sentenced to three weeks community service in a move aimed at enhancing implementation of non-custodial measures in Bauchi State. A statement signed by the Public Relations Officer (PRO), Nigerian Correctional Service, Bauchi State Command, SC Adam Jibrin, informed that the […]
Nigeria Needs to Move from Consumption to Production Based Economy – Obi
The Vice Presidential Candidate of the People’s Democratic Party, PDP, in 2019 elections, and former governor of Anambra State, Mr Peter Obi, has explained that Nigeria’s economy, which he noted, is largely consumption-based, needs to become production-driven for a sustainable growth and development of the country. He posted that part […]
Diabetic Patients Advised to Always Check their Sugar and Other Ailments
The Deputy Director, Medical Services of the Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka Campus, Dr.Emmanuel Umenweke, has urged people living with diabetes to frequently visit their doctors with a view to crosschecking their status as well as checking for other illness that may complicate their medical conditions. Dr.Umenweke in a press statement […]
Public Service Announcement: Monday, November 22, 2021, is not a Work-free Day in Anambra State
The Anambra State Government has reminded all individuals and organizations in the state that Monday, November 22, 2021, is not a work-free day in the state. A release signed by the Commissioner for Information and Public Enlightenment, Mr C. Don Adinuba, said The reminder has become imperative in view of […]
Concerns Over the Disappearance of Chinese Tennis Star, Peng Shuai Grows as United States and United Nations Demand Answers from China
Following the disappearance of China’s tennis star, Peng Shuai after she publicly accused China’s former vice-premier of sexually assaulting her, the United States and the United Nations on Friday demanded proof of her whereabouts, amidst rising concerns across the world over her wellbeing. According to White House press secretary, Jen […]
US Vice President, Kamala Harris Makes History Again, as she Becomes First Woman to Hold US Presidential Power
US Vice President, Kamala Harris on Friday became the first woman to hold US presidential power after President Joe Biden went under anesthesia for a routine colonoscopy procedure. The president had handed over power to her before the procedure, which gave her control of the US military and nuclear weapons […]
Nigerian Railway Workers Suspend Strike a Day After Downing Tools
Workers of the Nigerian Railway Corporation have suspended a three-day warning strike which commenced on Thursday, following resolutions reached between the Nigeria Union of Railwaymen and officials of the Federal Ministry of Transportation. The workers had embarked on the strike and shut down passenger and cargo train services over demands […]
Nigeria Records 23 New Cases of Covid 19
Nigeria, yesterday recorded 23 new cases of Covid 19. According to the Nigeria center for Disease Control, the new cases were reported from 5 states and the federal capital territory. A breakdown of the cases show: Plateau recorded 9 cases,FCT-6Bauchi-3Sokoto-3Kaduna-1Kano-1 Till date,213,487 cases have been confirmed,206,301 discharged and2,973 deaths recorded […]
Accident Claims the Life of Female Passenger at Amansea
An accident involving two vehicles at Amansea junction, by Awka-Enugu Expressway, on Thursday claimed the life of a female passenger. Confirming the accident to News men in Awka on Friday, the Sector Commander of the Federal Road Safety Corps, Anambra state, Mr Adeoye Irelewuyi, stated that the fatal crash involved […]