NNPC GMD, Maikanti Kacalla Baru Former Group Managing Directors (GMDs) of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) have declared that the petroleum price cap of 145 Naira per litre is not in tandem with the liberalisation policy of the Federal Government. According to a statement by the NNPC’S spokesman, Garba …
Read More »Obaseki shines at debate, Ize-Iyamu fumbles
The flagbearer of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the September 10 Edo governorship elections, Godwin Obaseki, emerged as the clear winner from the gubernatorial debate organized by Channels Television between the candidates in the governorship race – ahead of Osagie Ize-Iyamu, the factional candidate of the major opposition, Peoples’ Democratic Party (PDP). According to those present in the audience, …
Read More »No More Soul In PDP, Sheriff ‘Carrying A Dying Baby’ – Obasanjo
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo Former President, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, has stated that presently, his former party, the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, has lost its “soul”, adding that those responsible for the comatose state of the party are going about “unperturbed.” He made this assertion on Saturday shortly after receiving the …
Read More »Amnesty International is supporting criminals – Group
A group, Progressive Citizens Congress, PCC, has demanded that Amnesty International leave Nigeria, accusing the NGO of supporting criminals. Read also: (Nigerian beheaded over police murder in Saudi Arabia) During a protest march to the Embassy of the United States on Friday, President-General, PCC, Abiona Desmond in a statement said …
Read More »PROMOTED CONTENT: Arise O Nigeria Conference holds October 21
As the world poverty Eradication Day sets in, Jodela Integrated ServicesLtd Presents Arise O Nigeria 2016 – A Youth & Women Empowerment Conference / Glitz & Glamour Recognition Awards… The high octave Glitz & Glamourous Night will feature award presentation, Cocktail after party with sensational Music, Comedy, Dance plus Numatville Premiering NUBOR …
Read More »Why FG wants taxes on phone calls, text messages, data – Minister
Adebayo Shittu Adebayo Shittu, the Minister of Communication, says a proposal by the Nigerian government to impose a 10 per cent tax on phone calls, text messages, data and more, would help enhance telecommunication services in the country. The plan has been widely criticised. But Mr. Shittu told the News …
Read More »Zone 4 Energy: FirstBank refutes forgery charge
Our attention has been drawn to the media story making the rounds on the purported allegation of forgery against our officers by the promoters of Zone 4 Energy Limited. To set the record straight and for public Information, we categorically state that the allegation is untrue, staged for mischief and …
Read More »Five New Lassa Fever Cases Confirmed In 4 States
The Federal Government says it has confirmed five fresh cases of Lassa fever in Bauchi, Gombe, Plateau and Rivers states. According to a statement by the National Coordinator and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigeria Center for Disease Control, a parastatal of the Ministry of Health, Dr. Chikwe Ihekweazu, two …
Read More »APC Inaugurates Badaru-led Ondo Primaries Committee, Bendega Chairs Election Appeal Committee
The All Progressives Congress, APC, on Thursday inaugurated a high-powered five-member Election Committee and three-member Election Appeal Committee for the 2016 Ondo State governorship election primaries scheduled for Saturday, September 3, 2016 at Akure, the state capital. The five-member Election Committee chaired by Jigawa State Governor, Muhammadu Badaru Abubakar …
Read More »Zuckerberg: Its Fani-Kayode Versus Reno Omokri
It’s no longer news that Mark Zuckerberg, founder of Facebook, visited Nigeria. However, his visit has led to a drama! It’s Fani-Kayode versus Reno Omokri; both supporters of former President Goodluck Jonathan. Zuckerberg has the Hausa language on Facebook (from the over 400 Nigerian languages) and described it as unique. …
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