Presidential System Breeds Corruption, Gani Adams Laments
The Aare Onakakanfo of Yoruba, Gani Adams has thrown his full weight behind calls for the country to return to a parliamentary system of government, stressing that the presidential system is too expensive and it breeds corruption across all sectors of government. Adams, who is the Chief Promoter of the Olokun Festival Foundation (OFF), also […]
How Creation Of States Balkanized Nigeria – Bishop Kukah
The Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Sokoto, His Lordship, Mathew Hassan Kukah has explained how the creation of states lead to balkanization of the country. Bishop Kukah gave this explanation at the International Convention Centre while presenting the 36th Convocation Lecture of the University titled “Harmonizing Diversities for National Development”. He pointed out the […]
Russia, China Veto US Bid On Gaza Ceasefire At UN Council
A US-led draft resolution at the Security Council on a ceasefire in Gaza has been vetoed by Russia and China who have now joined Arab countries in saying it did not pressure Israel, with Moscow accusing Washington of a “hypocritical spectacle.” Africa Today News, New York reports that the United States widely regarded as Israel’s […]
Kate, Princess Of Wales, Announces Cancer Diagnosis
The Princess of Wales, Catherine has announced that she is battling cancer and is in the early stages of chemotherapy, pleading for “time, space and privacy” as she completes her treatment. Kate, as she is widely known, revealed that the discovery of cancer, after successful abdominal surgery in January, was “a huge shock” but she […]
Okuama: We’ve Recovered Decomposing Hearts Of Soldiers — Army
Troops who are currently on a manhunt for the killers of 17 officers and soldiers in the creeks of the Niger Delta have reportedly recovered the decomposing hearts of some of the killed soldiers during the search, Africa Today News, New York has gathered. Major General Edward Buba who is Director of Defence Media Operations, […]
At Least 40 Killed Following Gun Attack At Moscow Concert
Some yet-to-be-identified gunmen opened fire at a rock concert in a Moscow suburb last night leaving no fewer than 40 people dead, and injuring at least 100, and setting off an inferno in the theatre, authorities said. Attackers dressed in camouflage uniforms entered the building, opened fire, and threw a grenade or incendiary bomb, according […]
Abia: Investors To Pick Talents From Grassroots Sports – Otti
The Governor of Abia State, Alex Otti has declared that his administration has put mechanisms in place to revive inter-house sports and other sports competitions in the state to harness the potential of Abia youths. Governor Otti who stated this at Umuahia township stadium on Friday while declaring open the maiden edition of the Governor’s […]
Budget Padding: Your Integrity Is Unscathed, Tinubu To NASS
President Bola Tinubu has informed the leadership of the National Assembly there will be no need to lose sleep over the allegation that they padded the 2024 budget, stressing that their integrity was very much intact. The President also declared that the perpetrators of the killing of soldiers in Delta State will face certain justice, […]
Okuama: 17 Killers Of Soldiers Identified By Defense Chief
General Christopher Musa, the Chief of Defence Staff, announced that the Nigerian Army has successfully pinpointed the individual accountable for the assault and fatalities of the soldiers stationed at the 181 Battalion within the Okuama community of Delta State. Musa made this statement during a public address held in Abuja on Friday. He pointed out […]
Spanish Jail Holds Dani Alves As Bail Collection Falls Short
Former Brazilian football star Dani Alves, convicted of rape, faces continued detention as he struggles to meet the one-million-euro bail set by a Barcelona court, extending his stay behind bars until Monday. The court’s unexpected ruling on Wednesday left prosecutors scrambling, as the footballer, who had previously been denied bail due to being deemed a […]
Angers Football Club Owner Bags Jail Term For Sexual Assault
Chabane, the proprietor of Angers, a French football club, faced justice on Friday and was handed a two-year jail sentence, one year of which was suspended, for sexually assaulting six female employees. In western France, Chabane faced trial for sexual assault under the charge of “abusing authority conferred by his position.” As a key figure, […]
US Gaza ‘Ceasefire’ Proposal Blocked By Russia, China
In a display of solidarity, Russia and China wielded their vetoes to block a US-backed resolution on a Gaza ceasefire in the Security Council. Their stance echoed that of Arab nations, deeming the proposal insufficient in its pressure on Israel, while Moscow criticized Washington for what it termed a “hypocritical spectacle.” The United States, Israel’s […]