Arewa Consultative Forum Cautions Osinbajo, Admits There is Unhealthy Cracks in Nigeria

NewsNigeriaPoliticsArewa Consultative Forum Cautions Osinbajo, Admits There is Unhealthy Cracks in Nigeria

Bada Yusuf Amoo (Correspondent)September 29, 2020

The Northern social-political group, Arewa Consultative Forum, has admitted that there were unhealthy cracks in Nigeria. It, however, cautioned the Vice-President, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo in making statements that would worsen the tension in the country. The northern body acknowledges that the crack in the country was unhealthy, but expressed optimism that the country would overcome such. The vice president, who was represented by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, (SGF), Mr. Boss Mustapha,...

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Uduaghan Returns to PDP, Dumps APC

NewsUduaghan Returns to PDP, Dumps APC

Bada Yusuf Amoo (Correspondent)September 29, 2020

The immediate past Governor of Delta State, Dr. Emmanuel Uduaghan, has formally leaved the All Progressives Congress (APC) to return to the People’s Democratic Party (PDP). The former governor rejoined the PDP at his Unit 1, Ward 6, at Abigborodo, his country home. He was accompanied to the venue by thousands of his supporters, singing the songs of solidarity on Monday. Uduaghan earlier wrote on his Twitter handle, “I am back to join forces with...

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Kwandi Nunguruya Challenges Lunguda People on Peace, as Sinmi-Lalama Festival Ends

Arts & CultureCulture & TraditionNewsKwandi Nunguruya Challenges Lunguda People on Peace, as Sinmi-Lalama Festival Ends

Hassan Umar Shallpella (Regional Correspondent)September 28, 2020

The weeklong Sinmi-Lalama festival of Lunguda Chiefdom of Guyuk local government area of Adamawa State was rounded off Saturday at the Palace of Kwandi Nungurya in Guyuk with people from all walks of life within and outside Adamawa state witnessing the event. The event is to thank, and appreciate God for a successful season, bountiful harvest and prosperous New Year with the display of various cultural dances. On the occasion, Kwandi Nunguruya Kuruhaye Dishon Dansanda...

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Breaking : Workers Suspends Nationwide Strike, Protests

EconomyLabourNewsBreaking : Workers Suspends Nationwide Strike, Protests

Ibrahim Abdul' Aziz (Correspondent)September 28, 2020

By Ibrahim Abdul’Aziz, Regional Correspondent The Nigerian Labour Congress(NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) in the early hours of Monday, have suspended the proposed strike over increase in prices of petrol and electricity tariff. The suspension was contained in a communique jointly signed by labour leaders and the Federal Government representatives, and read by the Minister of Labour and Employment, Senator Chris Ngige, at the end of the meeting that lasted about seven hours....

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Road Infrastructure Nears Total Collapse in Anambra State

InfrastructureNewsSpecial ReportRoad Infrastructure Nears Total Collapse in Anambra State

Ebuka Onyekwelu (Staff Writer)September 28, 2020

Special Report by Ebuka Onyekwelu As heavy downpours continue across Anambra state, the condition of most roads in the state is only getting worse, with many nearing total collapses, even as some are experiencing diverse levels of erosion. From Awka the state capital to Onitsha the commercial never centre, and to Nnewi the industrial hub of Anambra state, and down to suburban areas and villages, the story is the same. In Anambra state, road infrastructure...

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Ondo 2020: Mimiko Criticises Akeredolu’s Performance

NewsPoliticsOndo 2020: Mimiko Criticises Akeredolu’s Performance

Adeola Oladipupo (Correspondent)September 28, 2020

Olusegun Mimiko, the former governor of Ondo State said at a campaign in Ile-Oluji Local Government over the weekend that Governor Rotimi Akeredolu does not deserve to be re-elected because he had failed to make essential needs free for Ondo people. Comments by Mr Mimiko, who is also the leader of the Zenith Labour Party (ZLP) in the State, over Mr Akeredolu’s performance, triggered a reaction by the incumbent governor, according to the Nation. While...

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Boko Haram Ambush Attack :Zulum Reacts on Killing of 8 Policemen Other Security Personnel

Crime & SecurityNational SecurityNewsNigeriaBoko Haram Ambush Attack :Zulum Reacts on Killing of 8 Policemen Other Security Personnel

Ibrahim Abdul' Aziz (Correspondent)September 27, 2020

By Ibrahim Abdul’Aziz, Regional Correspondent The Governor of Borno State, Prof Babagana Zulum has lamented the killing of eight Policemen and three members of the Civilian Joint Task Force (JTF), who were ambushed in Kukawa Local Government Area on Friday. Zulum lamentation is contained in a statement issued by his Special Assistant on Media and Strategies, Malam Isa Gusau, in Maiduguri on Saturday. The Governor said that two convoys; one belonging to the governor and...

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APC-Buhari Regime is leading a “Pull Igbo down strategy” ―Former Gov. Ezeife Charges

NewsNigeriaPeoplePoliticsWorldAPC-Buhari Regime is leading a “Pull Igbo down strategy” ―Former Gov. Ezeife Charges

PilotnewsSeptember 26, 2020

■ The Igbo man is destined for success and we succeed but we do not manage our successes effectively. ■ The present government of Nigeria is doing so much against the Igbo People, telling that they don’t belong. ■ Pull Igbo down strategy seem to be the present government policy. ■ The Igboman can fix Nigeria using egalitarianism. ■ With Igbo presidency or an Igboman at the top, Nigeria will experience explosive economic growth WAP...

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France Insists on Mali’s Return to Civilian Rule

AfricaColumnsEuropeForeign PolicyFrance Insists on Mali’s Return to Civilian Rule

PilotnewsSeptember 26, 2020

French President Emmanuel Macron, in a September 22 UN General Assembly (UNGA) speech, made continued French military involvement contingent upon Mali’s restoration of civilian rule. He was blunt: “They (the junta) must put Mali on the irreversible path of returning to civilian power and organize rapid elections.” And, “France […] can only remain engaged on this condition.” As he has in the past, Macron was also clear that France has a low tolerance level for popular demonstrations against...

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The Numbers Behind America’s 180 on Athlete Activism

ColumnsPoliticsSportsUnited StatesThe Numbers Behind America’s 180 on Athlete Activism

PilotnewsSeptember 26, 2020

For 50 dormant years – roughly, the period between Muhammad Ali’s heyday and the Miami Heat donning hoodies after Trayvon Martin’s murder – athletes, as a general rule, steered clear of politics. Teams and leagues liked it that way, as did sponsors. Why take a stand if it might cost you a customer? Fans seemed to like it that way, too. In a national survey conducted in 2016, after Colin Kaepernick first took a knee during the national anthem to...

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