Economic Hardship: Army Denies Coup Plot Against Tinubu
The Nigeria Army (NA) has debunked the viral insinuation of a possible coup plot against the democratically elected government of President Bola Tinubu who took office on the 29th of May last year. It also described as “fake news” a report by an online newspaper on Sunday night of suspicions of a coup plot in […]
London Operations: Why We Chose Gatwick Airport – Onyema
The Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Air Peace, Allen Onyema, has disclosed that the airline chose Gatwick Airport to operate its Lagos-London flight, because the UK authorities declined giving the airline slots at Heathrow airport. Onyema who spoke on an Arise TV interview on Sunday which was monitored by Africa Today News, New York, […]
War: 31,000 Ukrainian Soldiers Killed By Russia — Zelenskyy
Ukraine’s President, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, has informed the international community that 31,000 Ukrainian soldiers have been killed in action in the two years since Russia launched its full-scale invasion against his country. The Ukrainian leader spoke at the “Ukraine Year 2024” forum in Kyiv, stressing that “each of these losses is a great sacrifice” for Ukraine. […]
There Will Be Total Shutdown If Protesters Are Attacked – NLC
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has threatened to shut down its services all over the country if labour members are attacked during its planned two-day protest beginning February 27, 2024. In a statement issued by Labour on Sunday, its President, Joe Ajaero, explained there is no going back on the planned industrial action. The NLC […]
Tinubu Appoints Elumelu, Dangote, Others To Economic Panel
The President of Nigeria. Bola Tinubu has formed an economic advisory committee made up the federal government, sub-nationals and the private sector, Africa Today News, New York reports. This was the outcome of discussions held on Sunday evening at the State House in Abuja between the President and important stakeholders. The development came as the falling naira exchange rate, rising inflation and other economic headwinds have continued to worsen the cost of living crisis. Some of […]
Aiyedatiwa Asserts Certainty Of Victory In Ondo Poll
The governor stated this at a meeting with the officials and the members of Lucky Aiyedatiwa Campaign Organisation Foot Soldiers in Akure on Saturday and it was contained in a statement issued by the LACO-FS State Director of Information, Mr. Kayode Fasua, on Sunday. Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State remains resolute in his belief […]
Abiodun Commends Army’s Role In Tackling Insecurity
Dapo Abiodun, the Governor of Ogun State, has commended the Nigerian army for their dedicated and selfless efforts in tackling the diverse security issues plaguing the country. Abiodun further advocated for increased coordination among security agencies in the state to uphold a harmonious ambiance, assuring full-fledged support from his administration to facilitate the success of […]
Yoruba Advised By Afenifere To Avoid NLC Protest
Afenifere, the Yoruba pan socio-cultural organization, urges Yoruba individuals to refrain from participating in the upcoming Nigeria Labour Congress protest scheduled for Monday. Chief Reuben Fasoranti, the National leader of Afenifere’s faction, took the initiative to personally sign and issue the call in a statement. Pa Fasoranti stated, “As the National Leader of Afenifere, and […]
Igboho: I Can Now Return To Nigeria, Says Akintoye
The weekend brought news of Professor Banji Akintoye, the prominent figure overseeing Ilana Omo Oodua Worldwide and its advocacy for Yoruba self-determination, expressing his plan to return back to Nigeria. Sunday Igboho‘s recent arrival in the country last Wednesday has set the stage for these subsequent actions by Professor Banji Akintoye and the Ilana Omo […]
Nigerian Youths Eager To Reclaim Their Country – Obi Says
Reflecting on the disillusionment with traditional political practices, Peter Obi, the Labour Party‘s Presidential Candidate in the February 25th, 2023 election, underscores the determination of Nigerian youths to wrest control of their country from those who exploit leadership positions for personal gain. These sentiments were expressed by Obi during an event titled “Redefining Our Options […]
Authorities Return Navalny’s Body To Mother After 8 Days
The spokeswoman for Alexei Navalny confirmed that his mother has received his body, bringing closure to the process following the death of the prominent Russian opposition figure. Kira Yarmysh, in a recent post on X, thanked individuals for their efforts in pressuring the authorities to release his remains. “The funeral is yet to take place,” […]
SERAP Sues Governors, Wike Over ₦40trn LGA Funds Discrepancy
SERAP has taken legal action against Nigeria’s governors and the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, Nyesom Wike, for their purported inability to explain the whereabouts of an estimated N40 trillion federal allocations intended for local governments across states and the FCT. Former president Muhammadu Buhari’s revelations in December 2022 served as the catalyst […]