Mali’s President Ndaw, Prime Minister Ouane Forced To Resign
Mali’s interim President Bah Ndaw and prime minister Moctar Ouane resigned today after they were arrested by the military, in an apparent second military coup. Africa Today News, New York understands that Ndaw and Ouane had been held since Monday by interim vice president Colonel Assimi Goita in a fresh coup. According to Baba Cisse, […]
Herdsmen Coming Into Nigeria Henceforth Would Be Profiled
The Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS) has revealed that it will henceforth profile herdsmen entering the country at Jigawa, through our common border with Niger Republic. Mr Isma’il Abba, NIS Controller in Jigawa, explained this while speaking at the decoration of 58 recently promoted officers. He said the decision was aimed at tackling the annual influx […]
Insecurity Hindering My Plans for Nigeria – Buhari
President Muhammadu Buhari yesterday asserted that the worsening insecurity in the country affects the citizens and the economy, challenging the foundation of nationhood and stands in the way of his administration in achieving its highest ambitions for Nigeria. He made the remarks as other stakeholders expressed their views on the security situation of the country. […]
Drama As El-Rufai Sacks 19 Political Aides
Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai of Kaduna State has approved the disengagement of 19 political appointees as he continues to downsize his labour force. This decision was contained in statement by the governor’s Special Adviser on Media and Communication, Mr. Muyiwa Adekeye yesterday in Kaduna. The disengaged appointees are Bala Mohammed, Deputy Chief of Staff […]
Why Buhari Did Not Attend Attahiru’s Burial – Presidency
The Senior Special Assistant on Media to President Muhammadu Buhari, Garba Shehu, has revealed why the president refused to attend the burial of late Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Ibrahim Attahiru. Africa Today News, New York the president’s absence from the burial of the COAS stirred criticism from Nigerians who condemned his decision to […]
Embrace Irrigation To Avoid Hunger, Food Scarcity – Institute To Govs
The Institute of Agricultural Research and Training, (IAR&T) Ibadan, has advised Governors and farmers in the South West region to embrace irrigation farming system without further delay. Executive Director of the institute, Professor Veronica Obatolu who spoke on Wednesday noted that the need to embrace irrigation system in the region is necessary in view of […]
Grazing: Akeredolu Disrespects Buhari, Supports Igboho – BMO
The Buhari Media Organisation (BMO) has lambasted the Ondo State Governor, Rotimi Akeredolu for ‘disrespecting’ President Muhammadu Buhari. The organisation’s comment followed a statement by presidential spokesman, Garba Shehu, on recurring herdsmen-farmers’ crisis in the country. Read Also: Open Grazing Ban: Shehu Not Speaking For Buhari – Akeredolu Shehu had announced that Buhari approved measures […]
Open Grazing: Stop Encouraging Terrorism – FFK To Buhari
Former Aviation Minister, Femi Fani-Kayode, on Wednesday called on the President Muhammadu Buhari-led Federal Government to stop encouraging the activities of terrorists. Fani-Kayode made the remark while insisting that the Presidency was wrong on the issue of grazing. He pointed out that herders had no right to intrude into people’s farms with their cattle. Recall […]
George Floyd Sister Says Biden Broke Promise On Bill
George Floyd’s sister has boycotted a meeting with US President Joe Biden, saying he ‘broke a promise’ to enact police reform legislation by the anniversary of her brother’s death. Africa Today News. New York understands that while Bridgett Floyd attended a rally in Minneapolis, Minnesota, other family members lobbied Mr. Biden at the White House […]
It’s Champions League Trophy Or Nothing For Chelsea – Kovacic
Chelsea midfielder Mateo Kovacic has set his sights on winning this Saturday’s UEFA Champions League trophy. The Blues who are expected to face reigning Premier League champions, Manchester City, will be aiming to lift the trophy after losing the FA Cup to Leicester City a fortnight ago. Read Also: UEFA Set To Ban Players Who […]
Malian Army Detains Leaders, Sparks Coup Fears
Military officers believed to be upset with a government reshuffle in Mali have detained the president and prime minister at an army camp outside the capital, triggering broad international condemnation and demands for their immediate release. President Bah Ndaw and Prime Minister Moctar Ouane lead an interim government that was installed under the threat of […]
Chad’s Disintegration May Lead To Serious Consequences – Buhari
President Muhammadu Buhari has warned that allowing Chad Republic to destabilise would spell serious consequences for the peace and security of not just Nigeria but other countries in the Sahel and Chad Basin regions. The President gave the warning on Tuesday while speaking at the opening of the Extraordinary Summit of Heads of State and Government […]