The mounting security crisis that has gripped Northwest Zamfara State in recent times has led to the impeachment of the Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Bilyaminu Moriki. Moriki’s impeachment last Thursday was endorsed by 18 out of 24 members of the House after a motion was moved to that effect by Hon. Nasiru Abdullahi who is representing the Maru constituency. The lawmakers pointed to the relentless attacks, deaths, and abductions that have become...

Enugu State Signs $6m Contract with Greenville LNG

The Enugu State Government has signed a $6 million LNG/LCNG Mother Station project with Greenville LNG in line with her vision of creating sustainable energy for Ndi Enugu and the Southeast region. Enumerating the gains of establishing the station in the state, the Commissioner for Transport, Dr. Obi Ozor said the project will create local business opportunities and economic diversification amongst others. “By investing in sustainable energy solutions, we are taking necessary steps towards achieving...

NGE commends ex-Gov Bello’s achievements in infrastructure, health, others

…Says his legacy is worthy of emulation The Kogi State Government has been lauded for outstanding achievements in infrastructure, education, health and other sectors. This commendation was made by the Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) during a tour of some of the projects initiated and completed under the administration of former Governor Yahaya Bello. Eze Anaba, the President of the Nigerian Guild of Editors, who briefed journalists at the end of the project tour, specifically...

Afenifere appeals to Yorubas, Nigerians to shun protests, rallies

…Tells citizens to trust FG’s commitment to welfare Pan Yoruba socio-political organisation Afenifere has appealed to Yorubas and Nigerians to shun protests or rallies being organised by the labour unions. A press statement made available to journalists on Sunday and signed by Chief Reuben Famuyide Fasoranti, national leader of the Yoruba organisation, read,  “I address all and sundry today with a deep understanding of the challenges facing our dear country at this critical time. “The...

Edo Guber: APC candidate, Okpebholo calls for reconciliation

…Pays tribute to Tinubu, Oshiomhole, Edo people The candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the September governorship election in Edo State, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has called on members and aspirants to unite ahead of the governorship election in September. Senator Okpebholo in his acceptance speech, paid special tributes to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, national chairman of the ruling party, Abdullahi Ganduje, APC leader in Edo, Adams Oshiomhole, and Edo people for standing on the...

British envoy lauds Ogun over industrialisation drive

The British High Commission in Nigeria has lauded the Ogun State government over its industrial revolution drive. The Deputy British High Commissioner, Mr. Jonny Baxter gave the commendation yesterday when he led a team from the British High Commission, Lagos, to the Office of the Deputy Governor, Engr. (Mrs.) Noimot Salako-Oyedele. Baxter noted that the huge industrial presence across the Gateway State was a testament to the Governor Dapo Abiodun-led administration’s commitment towards ensuring the...

…Asks Nigerians to be patient with FG The Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji  has said that President Bola Tinubu shouldn’t be blamed over the current economic situation in the country. The Governor who stated the situation preceded Tinubu’s ascendancy to office urged Nigerians to go back to farming, pointing out that palliatives are not a permanent solution. Oyebanji however said the President is capable of fixing the current challenges if given ample time and necessary support....

Hardship: NNPP founder, Aniebonam asks Nigerians to be patient with Tinubu

The founder of New Nigerian Peoples Party (NNPP), Dr. Aniebonam Boniface Okechukwu has asked Nigerians to be patient with President Bola Tinubu in the current period of economic hardship in the country. Aniebonam in a press statement on Saturday urged Nigerians to rally round the President to ensure that they overcome the challenges at the avoidable travail in the country. He said, “A great leader is he or she who can take a wrong decision in...

Pastor Siju Iluyomade’s Birthday Party and the Finality of Death

“No matter how good and generous the dead may be, there are those very close who are eager to erase their memories.” —Ebuka Onyekwelu In a deep and sober conversation some time ago with my uncle, Benchuks Nwosu, after we had talked for over an hour, he paused. Then, after some two minutes, he said, “onwu wu mmeli,” in Nnewi dialect. This comment can be generally translated in English to mean that death is the...

Gov Oyebanji reactivates bureau of public works to enhance road maintenance

The Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji has restated the commitment of his administration to infrastructure development in the state as he concludes plans to resuscitate moribund bureau of public works to enhance infrastructure development and ensure smooth and functioning internal and township roads across the state. Speaking during an inspection tour of the facilities and equipment of the agency’s yard in Ado Ekiti on Thursday, Governor Oyebanji said the agency will henceforth attend effectively to...

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