Come August 4, 2023, the Aokpe community of Benue State, Nigeria shall play host to pilgrims from various parts of the country and beyond. This is celebrated every year as “The Day of Grace”, as promised by The Blessed Virgin Mary, who introduced Herself during her Apparition to Christiana Inebu Agbo in Aokpe as the […]
IN THE BUILDUP TO THE NOVEMBER 11 GOVERNORSHIP ELECTION IN IMO, SIMON EBEGBULEM COMMISSIONER FOR TRADE AND INVESTMENT AND A CORE UZODIMMA DESCIPLE CANVASSES FOR SUPPORT FOR THE GOVERNOR’S RE-ELECTION EMPHASISING THAT WILL ONLY BE A DAY OF GRATITUDE TO THE GOVERNOR’ BY IMO INDIGENES. By Ugonna Anejionu As the November 11 date for Imo […]
FOR HIS UNCOMMON AND EXTRAORDINARY LOVE FOR HUMANITY, EMMA NJOKU RECIEVES AN AWARD FROMM ONE THE MOST RESPECTED BODIES IN THE UNITED KINGDOM. By Ugonna Anejionu African business and political leaders and the whole world stood still Friday, July 14 for the 13th edition of the annual AFRICAN ACHIEVERS’ AWARD. Event held at the House […]
By Ugonna Anejionu: The member of the Imo State House of Assembly representing Aboh Mbaise state constituency, Hon Eddy Obinna (Ochoudo), has demonstrated in no unmistakable way that he is strong member of the All Progressives Congress, APC, and advocate for a second term election of Governor Hope Uzodimma in the upcoming governorship election in […]
BY: BRIGHT OKEKE From all indications, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is poised to keep his promise of getting down to work immediately after his inauguration, May 29th. He had said severally that everyday counts and that he cannot afford to waste a day. This he has proved with the steps he has so far taken […]
As a renowned academic and authority in science education, Professor Zephrinus Chidubem Njoku takes turn this week to speak on pedagogical approaches to reduce difficulties in learning Chemistry, at the 182nd Inaugural Lecture of the University of Nigeria Nsukka, June 22, 2023. By Tobs Agbaegbu By 1 pm, on Thursday, June 22, this week, Zephrinus […]
By Ugonna Anejionu: President Ahmed Bola Tinubu had promised, during his campaign for President that he will hit the ground running, in matter of weeks, if voted into office. So far, he has kept to his promise. To date, he has made critical appointments, positioning his men to the offices of SGF, COS, Special Assistants […]
By Ugonna Anejionu: President Ahmed Bola Tinubu had promised ,during his campaign for President that he will hit the ground running, in matter of weeks , if voted into office . So far , he has kept to his promise . To date ,he has made critical appointments, positioning his men to the offices of […]
Rev. Fr Jude Thaddeus Osondu (2023 Corpus Christi) I think the most profound symbol of communion in Igboland is the kola nut. It is the hard fruit of a local tree, the kola tree. It is the first thing presented in every social gathering or personal visit to any Igbo home. It is presented by […]
A science quiz competition created by the Nigeria Liquefied Natural Gas company for Secondary Schools in Nigeria to kick off soon. By Clarice Azuatalam, Port Harcourt The Nigeria Liquefied Natural Gas (NLNG) has declared that it is creating a buzz around science to demystify it and make it accessible to every child in Rivers State. […]
In a policy statement on the occasion of taking office, New Governor of Rivers State promises hard time for criminals and law breakers in the state. . BY CLARICE AZUATALAM, Port Harcourt The new Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara vowed, while taking over mantle of leadership in Port Hacourt , May 29, that there […]
By Victor UgborguIn all, 28 new and second term governors and their deputies were inaugurated May 29, 2023 in different parts of the country. In the South East geo-political zone, three new governors were sworn-in three states of Enugu, Abia and Ebonyi.In Enugu State, Peter Mbah, a barrister and Oil magnate was sworn-in as the […]
By Victor Ugborgu: The Independent National Election Commission, INEC is a dilemma over what to do with Enugu State governorship election results. The commission some few hours ago suspended collation of results from two LGAs of Nkanu East and Nsukka, while it awaits directives from Abuja office to conclude the exercise. Nkanu East and Nsukka […]
By Victor Ugborgu From all indications, it appears the people of Enugu State have decided to come out en mass to vote Chijioke Edeoga, Gubernatorial candidate of the Labour Party as the next Governor of the state, on Saturday, March 18, 2023. Though the contest promises to be hard-hitting, because of the caliber of other […]
A former presidential aspirant under the All Progressives Congress (APC), Comrade Salihu Othman Isah has congratulated the President-elect, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu on his victory, urging him to begin work in ernest to deliver on his pledge to salvage the nation. Isah, a former youth advocate, conferred by the National Youth Council of Nigeria(NYCN) as […]
As Nigerians prepare to go to the polls on February 25, 2023 to elect members of the 10th National Assembly and a new President who would supervise the affairs of the country for the next four years, a Labour Party governorship aspirant in Imo State, Sir Basil Udochukwu Maduka has said that a new Nigeria […]
BY: CLARICE AZUATALAM, Port Harcourt A top journalist and communications expert, Dr. Jossy Nkwocha, has called on the media and Nigerian journalists to exhibit patriotism in reporting the forthcoming general elections in the country. Nkwocha, who is the Head, Corporate Communications, Indorama-Eleme Petrochemicals Limited, Eleme, Rivers State made the call in while speaking at the […]
By Ugonna Anejionu. Emmanuel Bwacha, senator representing the Taraba South senatorial district may be coasting home to Victory at the March Governorship election in the state.Reasons for this assertion are plenty.First, his popularity is unprecedented as he is on the lips of all Tarabians at all times. Again, Tarabians see him as the real face […]
Profile of Mele Kyari, Special Breed Geologist & Quintessential ‘Crude Oil Marketer’ who clocked 58 years of age, January 8, 2023. By Tobs Agbaegbu ‘’First impression matters’’ is a popular cliché which salesmen take serious in business. It boosts brands value. In line with the principle of primacy effect, impressions created from first impression […]
By Edel-Quinn Agbaegbu Here in Montreal Canada, at the venue of the UN Biodiversity Conference, (Palais des Congrès de Montréal). we all witnessed the adoption of the Global Biodiversity Framework, (GBF) as “Nations Adopt 4 Goals and 23 Targets for 2030 in a UN Biodiversity Agreement” to halt the destruction of the Earth’s ecosystems. Prominent […]
Africa’s undisputed Icon for Democracy and Anti-Corruption marks his 80thBirthday on December 17th, 2022. Although Muhammadu Buhari’s initial rise to power, almost four decades ago, wasas the military leader of Nigeria – Africa’s most populous nation – he hastransformed, over the years, into an earnest advocate for democracy andconstitutional order.However, even as a military ruler, […]
By: Oscar Nwogu A Labour Party Governorship aspirant for Imo State, Sir Basil Maduka has sworn to make the State the envy of other States of the Federation if elected Governor in the November 2023 governorship election in the State. Sir Maduka who is also the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Virgin […]
In continuation of activities marking it’s 10 years anniversary in media business, a team of Verbatim magazine editors led by Tobs Agbaegbu, Editor in chief last weekend honoured Oil Mogul , Engr Prince Arthur Eze with “PHILANTROPIST OF THE MILLENNIUM’ award.Speaking during the award presentation ceremony at the Abuja residence of Arthur Eze , Tobs […]
Dr. Ibrahim Goni, Conservator-General , National Park Service concludes meeting with nine host states of 10 new National Parks in Nigeria with an optimism for a smooth take- off of the new Parks. By John Idoga As part of preparations for the smooth take-off of the 10 new National Parks, recently created in the country, […]
36 Years after the death of Dele Giwa, founding Editor-in-chief of Newswatch Magazine, former editors of Newswatch , who set up Verbatim News Network Limited, a publishing firm in 2012, unveiled a daily newpaper called Verbatim Daily last week, October 20 ,on the occasion of the 10th anniversary of their engagement in publishing business. The […]
Ahead of their 10year anniversary coming up next week, October 20, the management of Verbatim News Network Limited, Publishers of Abuja based Verbatim news magazine and Verbatim Online Newspaper, yesterday, announced Alhaji Abubakar Sani Bello, Governor of Niger State winner of their prestigious Personality of the Year Award. Two other governors, Abdullahi Sule of Nasarawa […]
The management of Verbatim News Network Limited, Publishers of Abuja based Verbatim news magazine and Verbatim Online Newspaper, yesterday, announced two governors, Abdullahi Sule of Nasarawa State and Bello Matawalle of Zamfara State as winners of their prestigious Governor of the Year award, an annual program that recognizes and honours personalities and corporate organizations for […]
“It is unbecoming for the IGP to bring Mbaise nation into his statement. There was absolutely no justification for such faux pas.” By Emma Ogbuehi For referring to one of late Chief MKO Abiola’s widow, Prof. Zainab Duke Abiola, as “an Mbaise-born activist,” the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Usman Alkali Baba, has been asked to […]
By Ugonna Anejionu The coast appears clearer for the ALL PROGRESSIVES GRAND ALLIANCE,APGA candidate in Abia state, Prof Gregory Ibe to clinch the Governorship seat in the state come 2023.The first boost to his chances was the emergence of Prof Eleazer Uchenna Ikonne as the PDP standard flag bearer in the state, a development that […]
FROM CLARICE AZUATALAM, PORT HARCOURT Worried at the way the main opposition party in the country, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is handling its internal crisis, especially on the sharing of its national offices, the Rivers State Governor, Chief Nyesome Wike has cautioned the party against taking Nigerians for granted. Wike whocautioned the PDP against taking […]
‘’I Am In the Race to Rebuild Abia State After An Era Of Misrule’’ Professor Gregory Ibe, Governorship Candidate of the All Progressives Grand Alliance, APGA, in Abia State, spoke to Anejionu Ugonna, Associate Editor of Verbatim magazine in an exclusive interview, on September 22, 2022. Among other issues raised during the lengthy interview […]
By Chinedum Anayo Migration to Europe and North America are currently on the high in Nigeria.Usually, each year numbers of immigrants flow into either the European continent or United States of America or Canada from Africa, the Middle East and South Asia. The current crisis in Nigeria has caused a huge leap in these figures. […]
In the twilight of his second term tenure in Abia State, Okezie Ikpeazu, the executive Governor commissions a landmark legacy project, nicknamed Okezuo Abia Bridge, a flyover in Osisioma- Aba commercial city, amidst accolades. By Bruno Uche and Maxwell Ordor For five years, the people of Abia state waited for it. Okezie Ikpeazu, the governor […]
By Uche Bruno (Umuahia) The Abia State’s Peoples Democratic Party’s gubernatorial candidate for the 2023 general elections, Prof. Uche Ikonne , has felicitated with the wife of the Abia State Governor, Her Excellency, Mrs. Nkechi Ikpeazu (PhD.) on her birthday. In a statement issued, September 1st, 2022 by his campaign organization, Ikonne eulogized the First […]
Trip to the United States of America by a delegation from Bayelsa State led by Governor Douye Diri makes strong case for Foreign Direct Investment in the Oil and Gas rich state. By ISAAC OMBE Yenagoa, Bayelsa State. As a true son of Bayelsa state and patriot, Douye Diri , Governor of Bayelsa State […]
…A Reporters Account By Clarice Azuatalam, Just Back from Kigali, Rwanda. My joy knew no bounds when I got the invitation to travel to Kigali, Rwanda for the SIGNIS Africa Congress and Delegates Assembly. The congress with the theme: “Communication, Synodality and the Church in Africa” was slated for July 11, 2022-July 15, 2022. As […]
FROM CLARICE AZUATALAM, PORT HARCOURT After taking a wide look at the pace of development across the globe, Rivers State Government has declared that Nigeria cannot catch up if it does not invest in science and technology. The Commissioner for Education in the state, Prof. Prince Chinedu Mmom who made this declaration on behalf of the […]
Fourth meeting Nairobi, 21–26 June 2022 By: Edel-Quinn Agbaegbu In line with recent global environmental discussions on climate change, desertification, chemicals and waste, the spotlight is currently focused on biodiversity and its conservation. As nature continues to suffer the impact of biodiversity crisis, there are increased public calls for action to safeguard nature and people. […]
Nembe/Brass Kings Endorse Governor Duoye Diri of Bayelsa State for second term, 2023, for Breaking Jinx Of Abandoned Road Project. By Isaac Ombe Yenagoa, Bayelsa State Ahead of the next governorship election in Bayelsa state which will hold late 2023, political moves have started in various forms and ways. As it is traditional in Nigeria, […]
FROM CLARICE AZUATALAM, in Kigali, Rwanda Rwandan government has hailed the Catholic Church for its efforts in helping to build peace in the country since after the 1994 genocide which claimed about 250,000 lives of the people. The commendation was given by Hon. Jean Marie Vianney Gatabazi, the Minister of Local Government Administration, Rwanda during […]
…Emeka Akpunku, Us based philanthropist builds Crest, a four star hotel at Aguneze Mbaise, along Owerri-Umuahia highway. By Ugonna Anejionu The landscape of Mbaise, a thickly populated part of Imo State, covering three local government areas will suddenly transform into urban city in a couple of months from now. This is on account of the […]
Women journalists in Nigeria, under the aegis of the National Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ), will partner with Verbatim Media Group, publishers of Verbatim magazine and Verbatim online newspaper, to hold an innovative 100-Women-of-Excellence-event in the last quarter of this year. The initiators of the program, Verbatim, broke news of the partnership with NAWOJ in […]
Engr. Tony Udumka, Abuja based management consultant and former banker formally joined the race for the ticket of the All Progressives Congress, APC, for Aboh Mbaise/Ngor Okpala Federal Constituency ,on Saturday, by picking the expression of interest form in Abuja, after paying the requisite fees prescribed by the party. Udumka, a certified, practicing […]
Anambra people in Nnewi North and South/Ekwusigo Federal Constituency have been assured of quality representation at the House of Representatives which will be inaugurated after the 2023 general elections in Nigeria if they elect Joel Ezeani Ndubueze, a business man, Chairman of Consar Construction Company and philanthropist, from Ezinifitte, Nnewi South Local Government area of […]
British Visa Office has resumed issuance of Priority Visa (PV) in all visa application centres in Nigeria, according to a statement by the UK Visa and immigration on the Twitter page of the British High Commissioner. The news comes as the US Mission in Nigeria says those who have previously visited the United States have […]
Nigerians who qualify for Drop Box service which allows them to renew their United States visas without attending an interview can now do so at the US Consulate on Victoria Island, Lagos. “Applicants who meet the criteria may apply in Lagos until the service is extended to Abuja. “Please note that only one member of […]
Controversy arising from statement of suspicion on the where about of an aircraft belonging to the Rivers state government, by Nyesom Wike, Governor of the state, is still raging. From Clarice Azuatalam, Port Harcourt As the war of words rage between Rivers State Government and the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state over an […]
By Ambassador Prof. George Obiozor LET it be known and clearly understood that Ndigbo are more prepared than the North when President Buhari was elected in 2015. By then Boko Haram had threatened to over run the North and the country, and the nation’s priority then was security and the issue of who will guarantee […]
By Oraye St. Franklyn Rights Activist in Port Harcourt Following news reports by the Rivers State Governor, Chief Nyesom Ezenwo Wike, of his alleged discovery of a Legacy 600 aircraft abandoned in Germany by his predecessor Chibuike Amaechi, there has been intense conversation on the validity, import, credibility and motive of the claim. Here […]
Uzoma Ugochukwu, young and vibrant medical doctor from Umuhu Okwuato in Aboh Mbaise local government area, Imo state, is aspiring to represent Aboh Mbaise/Ngor Okpala Federal Constituency in 2023 at the House of Representatives. In an exclusive interview with Ugonna Anejionu, Assistant Editor, Ugochukwu spoke about his ambition and the impact he will make if […]
A billboard ostensibly meant to promote the political interest of Governor Nyesom Wike of Rivers State which a socio-political group known as Benue Unity Forum erected in Makurdi, Capital of Benue state has generated cheers and immense curiosity by many residents of the state in the middle belt of Nigerian.In the evening of Thursday ,January […]
I bring the staff, students and well-wishers of the Michael Okpara University of Agriculture Umudike, greetings of blessings in the New Year. The Almighty God deserves all our praises for seeing us through the year AD 2021. That year was full of God’s grace for us all. We had a successful leadership transition earlier in […]
…Commissioners of Information and Finance Speak at Quarterly Transparency Briefing in Yenagoa. By Isaac Ombe. Ayibana Crowder, Commissioner for Information and Orientation , Bayelsa state has given a clean bill to the state Governor , Senator Duoye Diri, for judicious utilization of funds accruing to the state, on projects that would impact lives of the […]
(A Verbatim Newsmagazine Print & Online Special Documentation Project, 2022— ) Hon. Chief Eddy Obinna ….THE RISING STAR FROM ABOH MBAISE… By Ugonna Anejionu Chief Eddy Iheukwumere Obinna (Ochoudo ) is the honourable member of the 9th Imo state House of assembly ,representing Aboh Mbaise. His achievements since he massively received mandate of his […]
The Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria will organize an Entrepreneurship Development Programme for professional members of the institute on Thursday, December 2nd 2021. The event which will hold at Ijeware Hall, Bankers House CIBN, Adeola Hopewell Street, Victoria Island, Lagos is expected to be graced by many top bankers and seasoned administrators. By: Oscar […]
Research and Assessment group honours Governors of Anambra, Niger, Plateau and Enugu States with awards and Special recognition for good business environment and performance. By Victor Ugborgu The fourth edition of Business Environment and Competitiveness Across Nigerian States, BECANS 2020, a research and assessment program, was unveiled recently in Enugu by African Heritage Institution. […]
The week long activities marking the 10th convocation program of the Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, MOUAU, in Abia state ended November 27, with 92 students graduating with first class degrees. By Bruno Uche Maduebibisi Ofo Iwe, Professor of Food Science and Vice Chancellor of the Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, MOUAU, in […]
Maduebibisi Iwe, Vice Chancellor of Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike highlights latest academic and infrastructural achievements of the university at a press conference , November 15. By Bruno Uche The Michael Okpara University of Agriculture Umudike, MOUAU, in Abia state formally kicked off activities marking its 10th Convocation ceremony, November 25, with a press […]
Open access academic journals are paramount in the dissemination of knowledge for scientific development. It is on this note that the College of Veterinary Medicine of the University unveiled the College journal titled, ‘Journal of Sustainable Veterinary and Allied Sciences’, where it revealed scientific methodologies for increasing reproduction in domestic and farm animals. Speaking at […]
Absolves self from gas flaring Cooking gas sellers urge government to intervene PMB lauds the company for living up to its billing Train 7 to boost Nigeria’s economy. By Clarice Azuatalam, Port-Harcourt As Nigerians moan over the biting high cost of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) locally known as cooking gas, the Nigeria Liquefied Natural […]
….to partner with State government on education and infrastructure. By Bruno Uche Chris Akachi Nwa-Abia, the founder of Chris Nwa-Abia Foundation has set a standard from what he has achieved so far as a Philanthropist of highly repute. He single-handedly built blocks of classrooms in his hometown Isingwu in Ohuhu Umuahia North LGA, Abia State. […]
—Set to honour North East Development Commission, others, as part of Centenary celebration. By Tobs Agbaegbu Private medical doctors, under the aegis of Association of General and Private Medical Practitioners of Nigeria (AGPMPN), will converge in Abuja, Nigeria’s federal Capital this week , Thursday, August 12, to discuss critical issues facing healthcare delivery in Nigeria […]
By Emeka Nwosu, PhD. Nigeria, is currently passing through turbulent times. It has continued to face gargantuan challenges in all aspects of human existence. Two areas that symbolize this lamentable trajectory are heightening national insecurity and collapsing economy. The country today, unarguably, faces the worst crisis of governance and leadership since political independence in 1960. […]
By Bruno Okeke, Abuja – The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) has announced that its downstream subsidiary, the Petroleum Products Marketing Company (PPMC), recorded ₦234.63 billion revenue from the sale of white products in the month of March 2021 representing a 24.7% increase from the ₦188.15billion sales recorded in the previous month of February 2021.This […]
The Association of General and Private Medical Practitioners of Nigeria (AGPMPN) will onThursday August 12, 2021 honour some distinguished Nigerians who have contributedimmensely to the development of Nigeria’s health sector. The Association said in a statement signed by Dr. Iyke Odo the National President over theweekend, that the event which will take place at the […]
After last Saturday’s PDP primaries in Anambra state, one of the top contestants in the election, Dr Godwin Maduka has finally broke his silence.Speaking to our reporters at his campaign office in Awka on Sunday, Dr. Maduka said that PDP has messed themselves up.Maduka said he was surprised that the Anambra PDP could sacrifice their […]
The intrigues and plots that eliminated Dr. Godwin Maduka, a very powerful contestant in the just conducted Anambra State PDP primary election have been revealed.From all indications, Dr. Maduka, a united states based medical doctor billionaire was a menace to the party stake holders who were not comfortable with his non recognition of godfathers posture. […]
A group of staff and students from the Department of Soil Science and Meteorology, of the Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, under the aegis of the Soil Evangelization Group, on Friday, held an awareness campaign, with the theme “Soil Evangelization for Eco-system Conservation and Food Security”. The coordinator of the group, Dr. G.O. Chukwu, who […]
A Nigerian Woman , Mrs Edel-Quinn Agbaegbu , founder of Every WomanHope Centre, EWHC, a popular NGO that specialises in advocacy for foodsecurity and biodiversity sustainably received special commendaon last weekby the Canada based Convenon on Biological Diversity, CBD, an arm of theUnited Naons Environment Program, UNEP, for her role in the agency’sVoluntary Peer Review, […]
The University was agog with excitement last Friday as the vice-chancellor, Prof. Maduebibisi Ofo Iwe reeled out his achievements, and reiterated his commitment towards staff and students’ welfare in a press conference to mark his first 100 days in office. Earlier, the VC held a town hall meeting with the students of the University, who […]
A popular quote says that some people were born great, some achieve greatness while some have greatness bestowed on them. Dr Godwin Maduka was born to be great and he achieved greatness because greatness was bestowed on him from birth. This explains why he was able to break records in far away America where he […]
From all indications, Godwin Maduka, medical doctor and frontline PDP governorship candidate for the 2021 Anambra governorship election may be coasting home to victory at the primary election slated for the 26th of June. This assertion is as a result of the increase in the followership and support he is presently enjoying accros the sate. Credence was […]
…Others, including H. E. Duoye Diri and Bala Mohammed, Governors of Bayelsa and Bauchi States, respectively; Bukola Saraki, former Senate President, Minister of State for Petroleum, Mines and Steel and Power, two former Inspectors General of Police-Okiro and Smith ; Senator T.A. Orji , and Obiora Okonkwo,Chairman of United Nigeria Airlines receive Leadership Prize in Honour […]
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For two days in the month of April, 2021, the leadership of the Nigeria Building and Road Research Institute, effectively supervised by Dr.Ogbonnaya Onu, Minister of Science and Technology, engaged in a virtual conference and national discourse on need for effective resource utilization and campaign against waste in the building and construction industry in Nigeria. […]
Moves by Governor Nyesom Wike of Rivers State to appoint Justice Simeon Amadi, as next Chief Justice of the state, against the most senior Judge, Joy Akpughunum, sparks off controversy . By Clarice Azuatalam Port Harcourt. It is usually said that: “History has a way of repeating itself ” and this is why observers are […]
Nyesom Wike, Governor of Rivers State Explains. Reported by : Clarice Azuatalam, Port Harcourt. Following what many must have perceived as the meddlesomeness of soldiers in Nigerian politics, Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike has charged the new Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Lt. General Ibrahim Attahiru to shape up their image. Wike who spoke in Port Harcourt when Attahiru visited him said that […]
Participants in a workshop on ethno-religious conflict and peace journalism in volatile societies, in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, proffer multiple reasons for rising ethnic and religious conflicts in Nigeria. By Clarice Azuatalam, Port Harcourt One key reason Nigeria is entangled in ethno-religious conflict has been traced to multi-ethnic and religious composition of the country. This reason […]
THE Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) has said that it achieved a trading surplus of 108.84 million dollars (about N13.43billion) for the month of November 2020.The Corporation disclosed this in its Monthly Financial and Operation Report (MFOR) for the month of November 2020, released in Abuja, on Sunday.It said that the amount indicated a 70.33 […]
The Government of Abia State, has completed the construction and reconstruction of multiple road projects at Amuzukwu Ibeku community in Umuahia North Local Government Area of the State, DailyPost reports. This is also coming barely a week after the governor Dr. Okezie Ikpeazu commissioned the reconstructed Eziukwu road, Milverton Avenue and Ojike Lane in Aba […]
\ By Ugonna Anejionu: Godwin Maduka, renowned Medical Doctor, and the much talked about frontline contender for governorship seat of Anambra state after the tenure of the incumbent, His Excellency, Willie Obiano has a history worthy of study and emulation, for any underdog in life who wishes to achieve a turnaround in his or her […]
Godwin Maduka, Triple Professor of Medical Sciences and founder of Las Vegas pain institute and centre, one of the largest Private Medical Care Group, In Nevada United States Of America explained why he is venturing into Politics in Nigeria, as governorship aspirant, under PDP, in Anambra State. He spoke in an exclusive interview with two […]
Across ethnic divides, political leaders troop to Rivers state, South – South Nigeria to commission roads built by Nyesom Wike, Governor of the state who is popularly known as ‘Mr Projects’. By Clarice Azuatalam, Port Harcourt. Nyesom Wike, Governor of Rivers State has continued to live up to his nick name, ‘Mr Projects’, since December […]
President Muhammadu Buhari has accepted the immediate resignation of the Service Chiefs, and their retirement from service.Those involved are the Chief of Defence Staff, General Abayomi Olonisakin; Chief of Army Staff, Lt-Gen. Tukur Buratai; Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Ibok Ekwe Ibas; and Chief of Air Staff, Air Marshal Sadique Abubakar.President Buhari thanks the […]
. . .DOLES OUT MILLIONS ON EMPOWERMENT The Aboh Mbaise state constituency in Imo state stood still December 21st 2020 as Hon Eddy Obinna, member representing the constituency at the state house of assembly doled out several millions of Naira to accommodate and appreciate his constituents. Materials distributed during the event include sewing and welding […]
By: Isaac Ombe The Governing Council of theMichael Okpara University of Agriculture ( MOUA) ,Umudike in Abia State, led by the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Council, Rt. Honourable Lawal Zayyana will meeting tomorrow, December 15,2020, to conclude the process of appointment of a new Vice Chancellor for the University, Verbatim magazine online can authoritatively […]
…Partners with NBMA to promote “Sharm El-Sheikh to Kunming Action Agenda for Nature and People” environment program, 2021. In the count down to the United Nations Environment Program scheduled to hold in Kunming, China in (month) 2021, with the theme: “Sharm El-Sheikh to Kunming Action Agenda for Nature and People”,, Every Woman Hope Centre (EWHC), […]
… Says Professor Charles Igwe, the Vice Chancellor. The University of Nigeria, Nsukka, UNN , recently celebrated its 60th founder’s day. To give greater insight on the essence of the celebration, Professor Charles Igwe, the Vice Chancellor, spoke in an interview session ,with a group of Journalists, among them, Victor Ugborgu, Associate Editor of Verbatim […]
The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) has dismissed, in its entirety, the allegation that the Ajaokuta-Kaduna-Kano (AKK) Gas Pipeline Project was inflated to the tune of $1.527billion, describing the accusation by an online medium against the National Oil Company as false, baseless and unfounded. A release today in Abuja by the Corporation’s Group General Manager, […]
The flag-off of the Centenary Birthday Anniversary for the Right Honourable Dr. Michael Iheonukara Okpara, a powerful politician, nationalist and Premier of Former Eastern Region of Nigeria, 1959-1966, will hold on Wednesday, September 30, in Umuahia, Abia State. Share on: WhatsApp
The Chief of Staff to the Governor, Dr A.C.B Agbazuere has called on the people of Isialangwa North and South Local Government Area’s to remain focused and united in love. Dr Agbazuere who made the call during an enlarged meeting of PDP Stakeholders from Isialangwa North and South L.G.A’s held at the country home of […]
By: Jide Akintunde On the 26th of August, 2020, a statement signed by the Deputy President of the Senate and Chairman of the Senate Ad-Hoc Committee on the Review of the 1999 Constitution, Senator Ovie A. Omo-Agege, announced that the Committee has “formally commenced the process of further alteration to the provisions of the 1999 […]
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) says Boko Haram terrorists have infiltrated the nation’s capital, Abuja. Share on: WhatsApp
The Senator representing Adamawa Northern Senatorial Zone in the National Assembly, Ishaku Abbo has said that “two people working together can bring about the desired change and solution that our people desperately need.”Abbo made this comment on Tuesday 1st September through his official Facebook page while noting how important it is to team up with […]
Senator Ishaku Abbo, representing Adamawa North in the National Assembly has called on security Agencies to draw a timeline to end insurgency so as to resettle the Internally Displaced Persons to their homes. Senator Abbo said this on Thursday, August 27 at the Teachers Village IDP Camp, during an oversight tour of the Senate standing […]
L- R: current Chief Justice of the Federation (CJN),Ibrahim Tanko Mohammed, Governor of Sokoto state ,Aminu Tambuwal immediate ast CJN, Walter Onnoghen , immediate past governor of Bauchi State,M.A. Abubakar and immediate past Speaker of the House of Representative, Yakubu Dogara, all lawyers, at the recent NBA conference in Nigeria Share on: WhatsApp
One of more than 200 people who have been told to self-isolate after 16 coronavirus cases were linked to passengers on board a flight from Zante has said “no distance was enforced” on the plane. Of those COVID-19 cases that have linked to people aboard the Tui flight to Cardiff on 25 August, seven were […]
The Supreme Court, on Monday, affirmed the election of Governor Yahaya Bello of Kogi State. The apex court, dismissed an appeal the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, and its candidate, Musa Wada, lodged to challenge the outcome of the gubernatorial election that held in the state on November 16, 2019. ADVERTISING It upheld the earlier judgement […]
When Zik, the spirit man, left Onitsha province, Awka District, to Umuahia and appointed Dr. M. I. Okpara as the premier and late Dr. Akanu Ibiam as the Govenor of Eastern Region of Nigeria, people did not have much qualms about Ibiam. After all, they said, the post of a Governor was a ceremonial one.In […]
The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) has released its June 2020 financial report. Full details of the report made obtained by Verbatim could be download here. Click here to download the NNPC June 2020 Financial report. Share on: WhatsApp
In addition to kicking off multiple developmental projects in his state, under immense security challenges, Yobe State Governor, Mai Mala Buni wins President Buhari’s confidence and kicks off his new assignment of intra-party crisis management and setting up of a new structure of administration in the ruling All Progressives Party. Share on: WhatsApp
ISIS in Africa Deploys Child Soldiers-In Desperate Revenge For Their Slain “3 Star General” By the Nigerian Army By David Otto The recent intensified Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists modus operandi of recruiting child soldiers and using them for violent engagement such as ambushing vulnerable communities in Northern Nigeria and the Lake Chad Basin indicates that ISIS […]
By: Tobs Agbaegbu Verbatim Magazine’s account of the leadership strategies and Success Story of Lt. General Tukur Buratai, COAS, in the raging battle against insurgency in Nigeria in the past five years. Since April 4, 2020, Tukur Buratai, Lieutenant General and Nigeria’s current Chief of Army Staff, COAS, has been in the theatre of war […]
Nigerians wait on President Buhari for application of sledge hammer on officials of Federal Government, law makers and contractors implicated in investigations carried out by the House of Representatives on Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC, budgetary expenditures. Share on: WhatsApp
EBERE GOMWALK-IJERE, SWISS BASED DAUGHTER OF LATE MARTIN IJERE, PROFESSOR EMERITUS AND COMMISSIONER IN THE OLUSEGUN OBASANJO ADMINISTRATION EXTENDS UNCOMMON KINDESS TO INDIGENTS AND LESS PRIVILEGED IN NIGERIA AND AFRICA. BY UGONNA ANEJIONU Indigents and the less privileged in Nigeria have been testifying to the uncommon kindness of Ebere Gomwalk-Ijere who has used her foundations […]
By Frank Emeka Amidst the stiff call for the resignation of the Speaker of the Imo house of Assembly by members of the assembly, the member representing the Oguta State Constituency, HON. Frank Ugboma has categorically stated that the speaker, The Rt. Hon. Chiji COLLINS is on his own and stands alone. Hon. Ugboma stated […]
The Abia State Deputy Governor, Sir Ude Oko Chukwu has lauded Ndi Ojiaku and Ndi Ebe communities in Abam, Arochukwu L.G.A, of the state for accepting wholeheartedly the Supreme Court Judgement on their boundary matter.Modalities have been put in place for the final field demarcation of the boundary lines between the two communities in the […]
Barring unforeseen circumstances, Okonjo-Iweala, Nigeria’s Former Minister of Finance looks good to occupy topmost chair at the World Trade Organisation in Geneva. Share on: WhatsApp
HON. CHARLES IDAHOSA is a seasoned politician, journalist and former Board chairman of the Nigerian Television Authority {NTA}. He was also a one- time Local government chairman and Commissioner for Information under the lucky Igbinedion administration in Edo State. Under the administration of Comrade Adams Oshiomhole, He served in various capacities, as Director of protocol […]
By Oscar Nwogu The pastor who miraculously escaped death by whiskers following the detonation of improvised explosives at a church in Oko Oba, a Lagos suburb is still missing Pastor Mike Etapemi was counseling worshippers at his First Light Christian Centre Fagba near Oko Oba area of Agege, Lagos when tragedy struck and a bomb […]
ACTIVITIES FOR CENTENARY CELEBRATION OF LATE DR. MICHAEL IHEONUKARA OKPARA, PREMIER OF FORMER EASTERN REGION KICKS OFF IN AUGUST. Share on: WhatsApp
FORMER PAPAL PRO NUNCIO TO THE UNITED STATES June 7, 2020 Holy Trinity Sunday Mr. President, In recent months we have been witnessing the formation of two opposing sides that I would call Biblical: the children of light and the children of darkness. The children of light constitute the most conspicuous part of humanity, while […]
Tony Blair obviously is one of the most intelligent Prime Ministers Britain ever had. Born of atheist parents, he accepted Christ as an undergraduate. He was haunted out of office by the liberal media using their usual strategies. Wrap-up smears, innuendos, framing and all. But he resolved to take a stand for God. Like George […]
The senator representing Adamawa Northern Senatorial Zone in the ninth Assembly, Ishaku Abbo in a forty minutes live transmission via his official Facebook profile said that the police are investigating his personal assistant, Zaman Abasiriyu for alleged impersonation and forgery.Zaman who was top on the list of Navy officer’s shortlist last year following Senator Ishaku […]
Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki, has approved the appointment of Mr Stewart Efe as the new Commissioner for Communication and Orientation in the state. Share on: WhatsApp
The countdown to the 5th Adamawa Celebrities and Achiever Awards hasbegun. The Multimedia brand, Adamawa Celebrities® cordially invitesMusicians, Comedians, Beauticians, Fashion Designers, filmmakers andcommunity builders to submit their works for consideration in 45Creative, Innovation, Leadership, Humanitarian and Media awardscategories. Share on: WhatsApp
The Imo State chairman of Covid-19 taskforce, Prof. Maurice Iwu has said that the pandemic is being spread by people who probably do not know they The individuals whom he referred to as “silent spreaders”, “are moving freely with us and spreading the virus undetected.” Iwu made this revelation while fielding questions with newsmen on […]
By: Cosmas Uzodinma Make no mistakes about it, I enjoy good ecclesiastical architecture. I love the Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Maitama Abuja. I am enamoured to its neo-classical architecture, especially its gilded columns, splendid interiors and evocative stained glass windows. Whenever I go to any city, I don’t fail to attend church in the best […]
By: Bruno U Okeke President Muhammadu Buhari has approved the appointment of Professor Godswill Obioma as Registrar/Chief Executive of the National Examinations Council. Share on: WhatsApp
On Monday 11 May the serving Adamawa Senators, Aishatu Dahiru Binani of Adamawa Central; Binos Dauda Yaroe of Adamawa Southern Zone and Ishaku Abbo of the Adamawa Senatorial Zone paid a visit of condolence to the family of the deceased second republic senator, Paul Wampana, at his Abuja home. Share on: WhatsApp
By: Michael V Bolgent. Our attention has been drawn to a certain publication peddled around by the Ahmadu Fintiri camp that the transformers donated by North-East Development Commission (NEDC) to Garkida Community were as a result of the lobbies of Ahmadu Fintiri. Contrary to their claim, it was Senator Ishaku Abbo – SIA who is […]
By: Uche Okeke. On Friday 8th May, 2020, the Chairmen and Secretaries of various markets associations in the FCT paid a courtesy visit to the Federal Capital Territory Authority, FCTA to pledge their support in the efforts of the Administration in containing the spread of COVID-19 in Abuja. In a Press release by the Chief Press […]
•Says Nigerians under-rating deadly nature of COVID-19•Extends closure of airports by 4 weeks, adds no cure yet for infection•Journalists, other essential workers exempted from curfew•Lagos records 43 new cases, as confirmed cases rise to 2,950 By Omeiza Ajayi The Federal Government yesterday painted a gloomy picture of what lies ahead for Nigerians, following general non-adherence […]
… AS ARMY DONATES PPEs TO FCTA Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Malam Muhammad Musa Bello, has appealed for the support of the Nigerian Army in enforcing the ban on interstate travels in and out of the FCT, to ensure that the successes recorded so far in the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic in the […]
Leader of the Presidential Task Force Committee on Covid-19, Dr Nasiru Sani Gwarzo has on Sunday said coronavirus pandemic is responsible and the cause of the waves of mysterious deaths recorded in the Kano State. Gwarzo said the recent deaths and from the test, it carried out it has been established that covid-19 is the […]
…FCTA TO VIGOROUSLY ENFORCE PARTIAL LOCKDOWN REGULATIONS …TELLS ALL WORKERS RESIDENT OUTSIDE THE FCT TO REMAIN WHERE THEY ARE FOR NOW The FCTA will enforce rigorously the guidelines regulating the easing of the lockdown in the FCT as part of measures to contain the spread of COVID-19 in the Territory. Share on: WhatsApp
1. Following a review of the effects and level of compliance of the cessation of movement in the FCT as part of measures to contain the spread of COVID 19, the following observations were made and new directives issued by the FCT COVID-19 Security Committee chaired by the FCT Minister, Malam Muhammad Musa Bello. They are: a. The FCT […]
Rt. Hon. Chiji Chimezie Collins, Speaker, Imo State House of Assembly, Is a legislator with a rare parliamentary record in Nigeria. A doctorate degree holder in architecture, which he obtained from a university in Italy, Collins, by his current status, is serving a second administration in the state as Speaker of a State House of […]
After almost 15 years of legal battle, moral torture and social stigmatization for alleged offence of offering bribe to National Assembly members for easy budget passage in 2005, an Abuja High Court pronounces former Minister of Education, Professor Fabian Osuji, not guilty as charged. By Tobs Agbaegbu It was a long walk to freedom for […]
Ibrahim Badamosi Babangida, former military head of state, says the Igbo have done well in keeping Nigeria together. Babangida said this in Minna, Niger state, when he received the Igbo Delegates Assembly (IDA) from the 19 northern states and Abuja on Saturday. The ex-military leader said Nigerians must ensure that the country remains one. “You […]
India’s Anti-Narcotics Cell (ANC) has arrested a Nigerian man identified as Hope Uzodima in Mumbai for alleged possession of dangerous weapons. The suspect, a 40-year-old man who lives in Bonkhode village in Koparkhairane was arrested for possession of ivory and a sword cane. Another Nigerian named King Chukwudi Fidelis who is also in police net […]
Traditional leaders in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) have commended the FCT Minister, Malam Muhammad Musa Bello for achievements recorded in the FCT over the last four years. Share on: WhatsApp
The Acting Head of Civil Service of the Federation (HCSF), Dr Folashade Yemi-Esan, has assumed office on Thursday. In a statement issued by Olawunmi Ogunmosunle, the Director, Information office of HCSF, said Yemi-Esan assumed duty at about 6.40 p.m. after she was received by the members of staff of the office. According to Ogunmosunle, Yemi–Esan […]
The Chairman of Air Peace Airlines, Allen Onyema, on Wednesday thanked members of the House of Representatives for honouring him for his role in the evacuation of Nigerian victims of xenophobic attacks from South Africa. The aviation businessman was in the chamber of the House of Representatives on the invitation of the speaker, Femi Gbajabiamila. The […]
The Emir of Kano, Malam Muhammadu Sanusi II, has commended President Muhammadu Buhari for constituting an Economic Advisory Council (EAC) comprising first-rate professionals and academics.Sanusi gave the commendation on Wednesday in Kano while briefing newsmen at his Palace. The emir, who described the new council as “first class”, said the move was “timely and reflective […]
The United Nations Correspondents Association (UNCA) on Wednesday evening in New York hosted the new President of the General Assembly (PGA), Amb. Tijani Muhammad-Bande, to an informal interactive session. News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the session is a tradition at the UN that provides an opportunity for every new PGA to familiarise themselves […]
The popular saying that blood is thicker than water came to the fore Wednesday as Heartland of Owerri went back memory lane to remember and pray for their players who died in Oriental plane crash in 1994. The Nazi Millionaires organised a memorial service to honour the dead on one hand and celebrate with the […]
…OVER 100 ONE CHANCE SUSPECTS ARRESTED SAYS POLICE COMMISSIONER The FCT minister, Mallam Muhammad Musa Bello has once again reiterated that the Federal Capital Territory is safe and has called on FCT residents not to leave security matters to the law enforcement agencies alone. Share on: WhatsApp
Environmental Protection Board, Alhaji Baba Shehu Lawan has ordered AEPB Department of Monitoring and Enforcement to arrest and destroy any fresh meat from outside being brought into the territory for sale. This is in line with the revived FCT Meat Haulage Policy for 2019.He said the rampant cases of unhealthy or donkey meat being brought […]
Minister of State for Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Dr. Ramatu Tijjani Aliyu has pledged to ensure harmonious working relationship with her senior counterpart, the FCT Minister, Malam Muhammad Musa Bello, the FCT Administration (FCTA) workforce and other stakeholders. Dr. Aliyu gave the assurance when members of the FCT press corps led by its Chairman, Mr. […]
The President of the 74th session of the UN General Assembly, Tijani Muhammad-Bande was among several Muslims that attended a special church service in New York on Monday evening. The prayer service, hosted by the Church of the Holy Family, United Nations Parish, is an annual tradition of the UN to usher in every new […]
President Muhammadu Buhari on Monday constituted 8-man Economic Advisory Council, to be chaired by Prof Doyin Salami. Other members are Dr. Mohammed Sagagi (Vice-Chairman); Prof Ode Ojowu; Dr Shehu Yahaya; Dr Iyabo Masha; Prof Chukwuma Soludo; Bismark Rewane; and Dr Mohammed Adaya Salisu (Secretary). Below are the short profile of the charman and members of the […]
The Inspector General of Police, IGP M.A Adamu, NPM,mni has stated unequivocally that the Federal Capital Territory is safe, secure and not under any form of siege. This assertion comes against the backdrop of recent speculations in some sections of the media, particularly the Social Media, of an upsurge in crime rate within and around […]
Charles Oputa, a.k.a “Charlyboy”, convener of ‘OurMumuDonDo Movement’, on Friday said street protest by Nigerians over national issues cannot change political leaders at all levels. Charlyboy made this known in an interview with News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Abuja. He said that successive Nigerian political leaders had remained insensitive to the plights of ordinary Nigerians over […]
The Honourable Minister of the FCT, Malam Muhammad Musa Bello has called on civil servants in the FCTA to be transparent and eschew all acts of corruption in the discharge of their responsibilities while calling on them to work as a team to meet the mandate of the FCTA. Share on: WhatsApp
The Honourable Minister of the FCT, Malam Muhammad Musa Bello has, on behalf of the FCT Administration condoled with the family of his Special Assistant on Media Alh. Sani Abubakar over the death of his wife Hajia Sa’adatu Abubakar. Share on: WhatsApp
The federal government of Nigeria has debunked reports being circulated on social media that a bomb had exploded at the South African High Commission in Abuja, on Saturday.In a statement issued in Abuja, the Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed, said the report “is fake news orchestrated by desperate opposition to cause panic and […]
President Muhammadu Buhari’s Special Envoy to South Africa expressed “concern at recent events in South Africa” during a meeting with President Cyril Ramaphosa, the latter’s spokesperson has said. Khusela Diko, the spokesperson to the South African President, also said in a statement sent to the News Agency of Nigeria, that President Buhari’s state visit would […]
… MINISTER OF STATE TO COORDINATE ACTIVITIES FOR SUCCESS OF PROJECT IN FCT As part of efforts to end open defecation in the country, the Minister, Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Malam Muhammad Musa Bello has assured that the FCT Administration will partner effectively with the Federal Ministry of Water Resources to put an end to the menace […]
FCT Minister, Malam Muhammad Musa Bello has called on the residents of the Territory, especially students and youths, not to carry out retaliatory attacks on South African Nationals and business interests in the FCT over the recent xenophobic attacks on Nigerians in South Africa. He said that the Federal Government was already exploiting diplomatic channels […]
Amidst great jubilation and a convivial atmosphere, management and staff of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) received FCT Minister, Malam Muhammad Musa Bello as he assumed duty once again as FCT Minister for a second term. He was received by the Hon. Minister of State of the FCT, Hajia (Dr) Ramatu Tijjani Aliyu and […]
ADDRESS BY HIS EXCELLENCY, MUHAMMADU BUHARI, PRESIDENT OF THE FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA AT THE SWEARING-IN OF SECRETARY TO THE GOVERNMENT OF THE FEDERATION AND MINISTERS AT STATE HOUSE, ABUJA, Protocols: Today marks another milestone in the history of my second term in Office, after Nigerians overwhelmingly voted the All Progressives Congress during the 2019 […]
President Muhammadu Buhari has assigned portfolios to his 44 ministers. Below is the full list of the ministers and their portfolios. President Buhari assigned the officials after all of them took their oaths of office in batches. 1. President Muhammadu Buhari – Minister of Petroleum 2. Mohammed Musa Bello – Adamawa State – Minister of Federal Capital Territory, […]
Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, the Presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) says there is no cause for alarm over the Supreme Court’s ruling dismissing his claims to inspect INEC server. Atiku, who addressed a news conference through his lead counsel, Eyitayo Jegede SAN, after Tuesday’s proceedings, said that the decision was anticipated and that […]
Justice A. T. Mohammed of the Federal High Court sitting in Port Harcourt, Rivers State has convicted and sentenced Paul Otanor to six months imprisonment for defrauding a foreigner of the sum of $600 (Six Hundred United States Dollars). Share on: WhatsApp
The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has concluded plans to extend National Identification Number (NIN) Enrolment to Nigerians in Diaspora who live in Austria and Germany. Share on: WhatsApp
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC has since early hours of today, been inundated with calls that operatives of the Commission raided the residence of the former governor of Lagos State, Akinwunmi Ambode. Share on: WhatsApp
The Inspector General of Police (IGP) Mohammed Adamu has commended his men for the perseverance and painstaking efforts exhibited that led to the arrest of suspected notorious kidnap kingpin Alhaji Hamisu Bala, popularly known as “Wadume”. Adamu gave the commendation on Tuesday in a tweet on the official twitter handle of the Nigeria Police Force […]
The journey I have found myself on began brewing on February 23rd, 2019 when I was deprived of my civic duty of voting in the Presidential Election as a result of EFCC “investigations”. From the seizure of my international passport that February till this recent ordeal with actual charges and detention, God’s goodness has remained […]
FCT Permanent Secretary, Sir Chinyeaka Ohaa, has given assurances that the FCT Administration will support activities aimed at developing sports in the FCT. Share on: WhatsApp
The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has expressed willingness to partner with the Directors Guild of Nigeria (DGN) as it seeks to celebrate its 20th anniversary in Abuja in November. Share on: WhatsApp
It was a rich display of tradition yesterday(15/8/19) in Mbaise as the people of Mbaise hosted their age-long tradition of Iri Ji Mbaise cultural festival in grand style. The epoch making event witnessed a large pool of dignitaries and personalities acŕoss the country with Gov. Tambuwal leading a long roll call of Dimkpas that includes […]
The Federal Government said that the political will demonstrated in the execution of the N-Power programme, insulated it from corruption and other forms of sharp practices that marred similar youth empowerment endeavours in the past. Communications Manager, National Social Investment Office (NSIO) Justice Bibiye, in a statement on Wednesday in Abuja, said the transparency in […]
Scores of herdsmen in Agbala, Owerri North Local Government Area of Imo state on Tuesday were severely wounded after a band of herders freely used dangerous weapons on each other following a disagreement over missing cows. Two of the herdsmen were fatally injured and rushed to the emergency Unit of the Federal Medical Center, Owerri […]
Owners of undeveloped plots of land in serviced districts of Phases 1, 2, 3 of Federal Capital City (FCC), Abuja, have been handed a three-month grace period to develop them or risk revocation. The grace period was given to them by Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA). The FCT Director of Land Administration, Mallam Adamu Jibrin […]
It doesn’t really matter whether one is in Jerusalem or Judea, the rivalry between Portugal international Cristiano Ronaldo and Argentina forward Lionel Messi is not one that can end in a jiffy. Both players boast of cabinets full of numerous awards from far and near. Their rivalry remains a talking point not only among stakeholders […]
The wife of Ondo State governor Chief Mrs Betty Anyanwu-Akeredolu says the annual Bemore Summer boot camp is to create a platform for young girls to triumph and rule the world. The wife of the governor spoke at the Public Service Training institute at Ilara Mokin in Ifedore local government area of the state during […]
A commissioner in the Abia State Oil Producing Areas Development Commission (ASOPADEC) and indigene of Ndoki in Ukwa East Local Government Area, Honorable Adiele Ekeke has reportedly lost his wife and two children in an auto crash. Though information about the incident is sketchy, reports stated the tragic incident occurred along Enugu-Okigwe Expressway. A statement […]
First Executive Governor of old Kaduna State and Chairman Board of Trustees of Peoples Redemption Party (PRP), Alhaji AbdulKadir Balarabe Musa have cautioned the party over the coming of the immediate past INEC chairman, Prof. Attahiru Jega into PRP. Jega, who joined PRP recently, was the chairman of Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in 2014 […]
The Federal Government says no date has been announced for the exit of the first batch of volunteers enrolled under the N-Power scheme. Justice Bibiye, Communications Manager, National Social Investment Office (NSIO), in a statement on Friday in Abuja, urged the public to disregard social media reports about current status of the programme. He said […]
The Permanent Secretary, Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) Sir Chinyeaka Ohaa has called on residents of the FCT especially the muslim faithful to pray for peace and unity in the country as they celebrate Eid el Kabir. Share on: WhatsApp
The Federal Capital Territory Water Board has advised that water supply to some parts of the Territory will be disrupted to enable officials of the FCT Water Board and the CGC Company handling the extension work on Nnamdi Azikiwe Expressway, by Apo, to connect water from the existing line to the newly laid pipeline. Share […]
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has handed over a-13 bedroom, one-storey building and a basement to the management of North East Development Commission, NEDC. The property was forfeited by the late Chief of Defence Staff, Air Chief Marshal Alex Badeh. The Acting spokesman for EFCC, Tony Orilade, in a statement in Abuja, on […]
Life Continental Lager Beer, a beverage in the staple of Nigeria Breweries Plc, has declared over N10 million prize money to support growth of Igbo traditional dance, culture and high-life music. The beer brand is doling out the prize money through its ongoing “Rhythm of Progress Competition’’, designed to showcase up-coming Igbo traditional dance, culture […]
Nobel Laureate, Prof. Wole Soyinka, has called for declaration of state of emergency due to the security challenges in the South West Zone. Soyinka made the call on Thursday in Akure on the sidelines of the D.O Fagunwa Study Group International Conference held to celebrate his 85th birthday. The conference had as theme: ” Wole […]
Everton have launched a bid to sign Arsenal winger Alex Iwobi before Thursday’s transfer deadline.The Toffees have been chasing Wilfried Zaha in recent weeks but have seen at least two bids knocked back by Crystal Palace for the Ivory Coast international. And with boss Marco Silva keen to add another winger to his squad, he […]
Donald Trump was visiting injured people on Wednesday’s weekend shootout in Dayton, Ohio, before flying to another tragedy, El Paso, Texas, where his coming is so skeptical. , even hostility. The president arrived in the late morning with his wife Melania in Dayton, a town in the northern United States where a gunman killed nine […]
In the US-China trade war, it’s been a week of rapid escalation. Beijing devalued the yuan after the Trump administration threatened to slap tariffs on just about every Chinese export. The United States then labeled China a “currency manipulator,” deepening the rift. Share on: WhatsApp
The Kogi State House of Assembly, on Wednesday, formally commenced impeachment process against the embattled Deputy Governor Elder Simon Achuba over his alleged action and utterances on some broadcast media, including Channels and AIT televisions. Relationship between Achuba and Governor Yahata Bello, had gone sour, culminating in last week’s press briefing by the latter, where […]
Moving to sanitize road corridors in the nation’s capital city, Executive Secretary, Federal Capi t a l Development Authority (FCDA) Engr. Umar Gambo Jibrin, led a team of officials of FCT Administration (FCTA) to Kaura District. This was necessitated by the need for an on-the-spot assessment of the road corridor along the Kaura District Market […]
Adewale Adeyemo, a Nigerian-American economic expert, has been appointed president of the Obama Foundation. Share on: WhatsApp
Former Commissioner of Information in Abia State Mr. Eze Chikamnayo escaped being killed by whiskers when he was travelling along Enugu-PH express way. Share on: WhatsApp
Edel-Quinn Ijeoma Agbaegbu (Nee Nneji-Anejionu),renowned biodiversity advocate and Nigeria’s Country Representative in the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) Voluntary Peer Review (VPR) Process of National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan(NBSAP), a United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) framework,has been appointed as member of a CBD seven-member team for thevoluntary peer review of biodiversity implementation inthe Republic […]
Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Sunday raided the residence of the immediate-past governor of Zamfara State, Abdulaziz Yari, in Talata Mafara, about 100km away from the state capital, Gusau. Witnesses said the operatives, numbering more than 20, came in seven vehicles, including a bus for the operation that lasted for […]
The Saudi authorities have introduced electronic system into the stoning of the three devils at Muna after Arafat day. Share on: WhatsApp
Ita Enang, aide of President Muhammadu Buhari on national assembly matters, says N2.2 billion has already been earmarked in the 2019 budget for the implementation of Ruga programme. Share on: WhatsApp
National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Comrade Adams Oshiomhole, has told those accusing him of being too combative as the National Chairman of a governing party that he is not about to change. He also said he did not join politics to be changed by the way things are done by politicians. The […]
Shehu Sani, a former senator, says the federal government should be able to engage dissenting voices if it can sit to have coffee with bandits in search of peace. Share on: WhatsApp
The police have warned Nigerians to stay away from the ‘RevolutionNow’ protest planned for August 5 by Omoyele Sowore and other Nigerian rights activists, saying the demonstration would amount to a felony and terrorism. Police chief Muhammad Adamu said in a statement Saturday afternoon that the ‘RevolutionNow’ protest could incite anarchy in Nigeria, warning that […]
The Leicester City boss has confirmed Friday’s news that the two clubs had reached an agreement over the transfer of the England centre-back Share on: WhatsApp
Probe panels and Investigation committees set up by new state Governors make startling revelations in Imo, Gombe, Ogun, Oyo, Kwara and Adamawa By Victor Ugborgu Share on: WhatsApp
Attahiru Jega, former chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), has joined the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP). Jega, who was INEC chairman from 2010 to 2015 and was celebrated for overseeing an election that saw an incumbent president lose for the first time in Nigeria’s history, confirmed to TheCable that he had joined PRP. […]
The Nigerian presidency has accused Atiku Abubakar of the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) of drawing on “negative developments” to whip up sentiments to influence the outcome of his petition against the outcome of the 2019 presidential election. The presidency made the accusation following Mr Abubakar’s statements on developments such as the report that the […]
Fresh insight into theNigerian Financial Inclusion Strategy (NFIS) introduced by the Central Bank of Nigeria may offer the desired relief toUnbanked Multitudes In Nigeria. Share on: WhatsApp
Charles Arizechukwu Igwe, Professor of Soil Science and Former Deputy Vice Chancellor (Administration) Takes Over Leadership of the University of Nigeria Nsukka, As Vice Chancellor. Share on: WhatsApp
Innovative policies and Songhai-type agricultural programs introduced by the Upper Niger River Basin Development Agency under the leadership of Ali, the MD, produce commendable results. Share on: WhatsApp
The Speaker of the Edo House of Assembly, Mr Francis Okiye, on Wednesday filed a suit stopping the National Assembly from taking over the state assembly’s functions at the Federal High Court sitting in Abuja. In an originating summon and a motion on notice for interlocutory injunction with suit number: FHC/ABJ/CS/815/2019 filed by the speaker […]
President Muhammadu Buhari says he has no plan whatsoever to groom a successor for the 2023 presidential election. Share on: WhatsApp
With the successful deployment of enrolment Centres in South Africa, US, UK, etc., the National Identification Management Commission (NIMC) has concluded plans to extend the National Identification Number (NIN) registration to other countries including Saudi Arabia, Canada, Germany, Ghana, Senegal, Benin Republic, Mali, India, amongst others. Share on: WhatsApp
The Wife of Ondo state Governor, Chief Mrs Betty Anyanwu Akeredolu has called for legislations that would ensure stiffer penalties for rapists, child abusers and predators. Mrs Anyanwu Akeredolu spoke in Akure, the state capital during a “Walk Against rape” to raise awareness about the increase in rape cases in Nigeria. The walk is coming […]
Nigeria’s poster boy at the Total Africa Cup of Nations Egypt 2019, Samuel Chukwueze, is confident about being crowned the best player on the continent in the foreseeable future in this frank conversation with Thenation’s MORAKINYO ABODUNRIN. The was one of the bright spots in a relatively successful campaign with the Super Eagles at the […]
Baghdad Bounedjah’s first minute deflected effort handed Algeria their second Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) title after a 29-year wait with a 1-0 victory over Senegal in a highly charged final at the Cairo International Stadium on Friday night. Algeria who were playing only their second final since 2010 held on to the slim advantage […]
…2220 PILGRIMS TO BE AIRLIFTED FROM THE FCT The Permanent Secretary, Federal Capital Territory Administration, Sir Chinyeaka Ohaa has charged the 2019 intending pilgrims to Saudi Arabia to use the opportunity provided by the Hajj to pray for Nigeria. Share on: WhatsApp
The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has wielded the big stick by suspending two teachers of the FCT School for the Blind, Jabi, alleged to be involved in the molestation of some female students of the school. Share on: WhatsApp
Different localities in Bayelsa State are laying claim to produce the next governor of the state as the count down for the election begins BY Isaac Ombe. As the countdown for the governorship election in Bayelsa State and Kogi State draws nearer, politicians are strategizing on different fronts on how to win the coveted seat […]
A year ago, the electricity regulatory body introduced a regulation directing power distribution companies (DisCos) to supply consumers with more prepaid meters. How well has this worked? TheCable, in an investigation spanning across 33 communities in 10 states, finds out that power consumers think whole scheme is a scam. TOBS AGBAEGBU: Share on: WhatsApp
South East Governors, Ortom, Ishaku. others rejects Federal Government Ruga settlement for herdsmen As the controversy on the proposed Ruga settlement for herdsmen rages, the Federal Government stated that in the next five years, the establishment of Ruga settlements in the country would stop open grazing by herdsmen and end herdsmen-farmers’ clashes across the country. […]
Super Eagles captain Mikel Obi has retired from the national team. He retired following the third-placed finish of the Super Eagles at Egypt 2019 AFCON. Share on: WhatsApp
The new management put in place last year to restore service delivery and integrity in the National Examinations Council record Impressive achievements. Share on: WhatsApp
Shocking Revelations about how the Federal Ministry of Power,Works and Housing transferred N37 Billion budgeted for meter supply and installation, tot he bank account of a Lagos based contractor, for job not done. Share on: WhatsApp
Low level of electricity supply in Nigeria,no doubt, is a major concern for everybody. On a daily basis, every hour, every minute, we feel the impact, at family level, at office and business levels, in virtually everything we do, and where we stay. Electricity is life. That is why; every bit of information about it […]
By Victor Ugborgu Controversy has continued to trail the ban on the manufacture of smallbottles of ‘Sniper’, an agro-chemical which has seemingly become the choiceof many persons contemplating suicide. Since the ban was announced in Nigeria, opinions have been divided on the need or otherwise. Some people interviewed by Verbatim believe the action amounted to […]
Coalition of Northern Groups (CNG) and Northern Elders Forum (NEF) have expressed concern over the safety of Fulani herdsmen in the southern part of the country and ordered them to relocate to the North. This followed alleged threats to their lives, by southerners. Addressing newsmen in Abuja, after a meeting, yesterday, CNG’s spokesperson, Abdul-Azeez Suleiman, frowned […]
The All-Party Parliamentary Groups (APPG) for Africa says the UK visit visa system is widely inaccessible to many Africans and widely perceived as discriminating. Share on: WhatsApp
The Catholic bishop of Sokoto, Matthew Kukah, has warned against blanket demonisation of herdsmen, especially of the Fulani stock, warning that such actions could be preamble to a breakout of violent confrontation against the Fulani. The bishop said hate speech often precede any genocide experienced in history. Mr Kukah spoke Tuesday at a colloquium on […]
…. Urges collaboration between federal and FCT Fire Service The Permanent Secretary, Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), Sir Chinyeaka Ohaa has called for prompt and improved response to emergency situations in the FCT by the Federal and FCT Fire Services, to ensure that lives and properties are saved during emergencies Share on: WhatsApp
World population day is usually commemorated on 11 of July, annually. An offspring of the interest generated by day of five billion observed on 11 July 1987. The day which was eventually established in 1989 by the United nations development programme governing council focuses attention on the urgency and importance of population issues. This years […]
The FCT Commissioner of police, Bala Ciroma, has been commended by the traditional ruler of Abaji Area Council, Alhaji Adamu Yinusa for rising up to the challenges posed by insecurity in the Area. The Monarch made the commendation when recently the police boss visited his palace to assess security situation in the Area council. The […]
The four US congresswomen attacked by US President Donald Trump in tweets widely called racist have dismissed his remarks as a distraction. Representatives Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Ilhan Omar, Ayanna Pressley and Rashida Tlaib urged the US people “not to take the bait” at a Monday news conference. Mr Trump had suggested the four women – all […]
By Cosmas Uzodinma The driveways of Owerri, the Imo State capital under the immediate past government fast acquired a poor outlook with their hastily constructed and rusty metal crossbows perched upon side pillars many of which were already yielding to the gusty winds of the rainy season. This travesty in urban development, never before seen […]
Tanko Yakasai, a founding member of Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF), says writing “unpatriotic” letters is a peculiar attitude of ex-President Olusegun Obasanjo. Share on: WhatsApp
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has written yet another letter to President Muhammadu Buhari, warning that Nigeria is tipping towards a dangerous cliff and only the president could forestall such a looming disaster. Mr Obasanjo a former Nigerian leader, between 1999 and 2007, said Nigeria has been consumed by violence and ethnic divisions since Mr Buhari […]
Ogere Siasia, the mother of former Nigerian footballer and coach, Samson Siasia, has been abducted again in the early hours of Monday. The victim was abducted at her Odoni country home in Sagbama Local Government Area of Bayelsa State at about 2 a.m. Share on: WhatsApp
Giroud came off the bench to net a second-half double in Dublin after first-half goals from Mason Mount and Emerson Palmieri had put the visitors in control. Share on:
Paris — When I applied to cover the religion beat, I never thought I’d have to wear a helmet to do my job. But when it’s the first mass celebrated at the Notre Dame in Paris after a fire ravaged much of the 850-year-old landmark, duty calls… The mass takes place exactly two months after the fire and […]
Leader of the O’Odua People’s Congress and Aare Onakakanfo of Oyo, Gani Adams. The Aare Onakakanfo of Yorubaland, Gani Adams, has said the Yoruba ethnic nationality will react to the killing of the daughter of a senior leader of the Afenifere. It said the group should not be blamed when that happens. Reuben Fasoranti’s daughter, […]
President Muhammadu Buhari says he will no longer nominate unknown persons for ministerial positions but only tested hands. Share on: WhatsApp
..CAUTIONS AGAINST INDISCRIMATE DUMPING OF REFUSE IN DRAINAGES, FARMING AND BUILDING ON WATERWAYS The Permanent Secretary, Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), Sir Chinyeaka Ohaa has flagged off the 2019 assessment of flood prone areas in the Area Councils at Ashara-Wako in Kwali Area Council with a call on residents to desist from dumping refuse in drainage channels, farming on river banks and building on […]
Following the expiration of the two-week ultimatum given by the Permanent Secretary FCTA, Sir Chinyeaka Ohaa for owners of buildings obstructing flood plains and natural water channels at the Lokogoma District to evacuate such properties, removal of the affected structures commenced today. Share on: WhatsApp
Chimaroke Nnamani, former governor and strongman of Enugu Politics reclaims mandate to represent Enugu East Senatorial Zone after a return to PDP.By Victor Ugborgu Share on: WhatsApp
Abuja the Federal Capital Territory is adjudged the fastest growing capital city in the world. Due to its serenity and peaceful environment, investors are making it a sanctuary for various businesses. In a chat with a real estate investor in Abuja, Dr. Akin Fagbemi, on his choice of Abuja as an investment destination for his […]
The Federal Government has declared its determination to provide a lifelong unique identification for every individual physically residing in Nigeria and Nigerians in the diaspora within the next five years. Share on: WhatsApp
President Muhammadu Buhari has appointed Mr Mele Kolo Kyari as the new Group Managing Director of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC). The corporation disclosed this in a statement released by the NNPC Group General Manager, Group Public Affairs, Mr. Ndu Ughamadu,in Abuja, on Thursday. He said that the appointment will take effect from July […]
The 2019 Trade Fair in Enugu ends with sadness and lamentations of regret for participants from many parts of Nigeria. Share on: WhatsApp
The Supreme Court on Monday fixed July 5 to deliver its judgment in the dispute arising from the September 2018 governorship election in Osun State. The Peoples Democratic Party and its candidate in the said election, Ademola Adeleke, had filed four separate appeals before the apex court to challenge the Abuja Division Court of Appeal’s […]
Ahiara Mbaise Catholic Diocese In Imo State Witnesses Second Priestly Ordination ,Seven Years after Bishopric succession crisis broke out . Share on: WhatsApp
For all intents and purposes, Benue State Governor, Samuel Ortom is a hero in his state now. Since death of J.S.Tarka, hardly has any leader from any of the component communities making up the present Benue state fought battles, like Ortom did in the past two years, in defence of the state and its interests. […]
The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has joined the Secure Identity Alliance (SIA), as an Advisory Observer. The Membership agreement was executed in Paris France in April 2019. Share on: WhatsApp
Court of Appeal sitting in Owerri on Sunday, upheld the judgement of the Federal High Court which earlier dismissed a suit filed by Senator Sam Anyanwu, challenging the emergence of Imo State Governor, Emeka Ihedioha as the gubernatorial candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, (PDP) in the 2019 general election. Anyanwu had approached the Court […]
By Sam Obinna Ibe The last one week has been full of activities for Governor Okezie Ikpeazu of Abia state, an indication that the Governor is in a hurry to carry on the full business of governance and development in the state. On Sunday, June 17, Ikpeazu spoke strongly against insecurity , as he announced […]
BY: AKEEM OGUNTAYO Godwin Obaseki, the Edo state governor is facing the most crucial battle of his political career in a bid to get a return ticket of the ruling party in the state, All progressive congress, APC, come 2020. Since he came on board in 2016, the expectation of party leaders and other political […]
Professor Michael Okom, former student, now Dean of Law, University of Calabar gives insight on the service record of the university’s Vice Chancellor, in a brief chat with Verbatim Editors in Calabar. Excerpts: Verbatim: We have heard much aboutProf Zana, the Vice Chancellorand his achievements so far. As one of the Senior Academic Staff, and […]
Zana Akpagu, Vice chancellor of the University of Calabar records far reaching accomplishments within four years in office. Share on: WhatsApp
OLA OLOIDI, EMERITUS PROFFESSOR UNN AND RENOWNED PROFFESSOR OF ART HISTORY AND CRITICISM ENUMERATES THE VIABILITY OF ARTS COURSES AND ALSO THE CHALLENGES FACED BY ART PROGRAMMES IN THE PRESENT DAY NIGERIA. Share on: WhatsApp
Charles Arinzechukwu Igwe, , new Vice Chancellor of the University of Nigeria, Nsukka , is a Professor of Soil Science . Native of Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria and born, August 23, 1958, Igwe holds a PhD, M.Sc. and B. Agric degrees in Soil Science from University of Nigeria, Nsukka. Share on: WhatsApp
ADDRESS BY H.E PRESIDENT MUHAMMADU BUHARI AT THE 2019 NATIONAL DEMOCRACY DAY AT THE EAGLE SQUARE, ABUJA 12TH JUNE 2019 Protocols All Praise is due to GOD Almighty Who spared our lives to be present at this great occasion. We give thanks also that the democratic process has been further entrenched and strengthened. 2. Twenty […]
Nigeria’s Super Falcons have rekindled the country’s chances of qualifying for the next round in the ongoing FIFA Women World Cup in France with a 2-0 win over their South Korean counterparts. Share on: WhatsApp
–At the swearing in ceremony in Government House Umuahia, Abia State Governor, Okezie Ikpeazu gives insight on why NBA member was appointed as new SSG by his administration. Share on: WhatsApp
Just two weeks after his inauguration for a second term in office, President Buhari, winner of the February 2019 Presidential election in Nigeria, faces challenge of grave insecurity and widespread clamour for State Police and declaration of State of Emergency. By Tobs Agbaegbu and Victor Ugborgu Muhammadu Buhari, President and Commander in Chief of Nigeria’s […]
By Sanusi Muhammad BalaAbdulkadirMuhammed,(KauranBauchi) , Governor-elect of Bauchi state, is a visionary. In many ways that one, the compulsive leader whose title is KauranBauchi, saw tomorrow, and knew that unless he undertook to fight for his people, the future may continue to be bleak. The sorry state of Bauchi state, over the years, in all […]
Those who were in Rivers State and Port-Harcourt in particular, who witnessed the battle to push out Governor Nyesom Wike in his second term bid, will have no option but doff a hat for the local champion Share on: WhatsApp
Expectations of better life and good governance high in Imo State asGovernor-elect, Emeka Ihedioha prepares to kick off a ‘green cap regime’ after a disappointing eight years of Okorocha’s ‘mufflerera’. By Ugonna Anejionu and Victor Ugborgu Emeka Ihedioha, Candidate of the People’s Democratic Party,PDP in the March 9, 2019 governorship election in Imo state has […]
Professor Benjamin Chukwuma Ozumba, immediate past Vice Chancellor, University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) spoke exclusively to Ugonna Anejionu, Assistant Editor, Verbatim Magazine, in an interview session in his office at Nsukka, last week, a few days before his five year tenure ended . Share on: WhatsApp
Ahmed Lawan is Nigeria’s new Senate President. Mr Lawan defeated his rival and only other candidate, Ali Ndume. Share on: WhatsApp
EMEKA NZE juxtaposes the views that have trailed last Friday’s Justice Okon Abang’s judgement in the Imo West senatorial election debacle Abang orders INEC The last we heard about Justice Okon Abang was when the management of the Federal High Court led by the chief judge, Justice Ibrahim Auta, redeployed 11 judges, including Justice Mohammed […]
Edo State Governor Godwin Obaseki has broken his silence on the alleged infraction between him and his predecessor and National Chairman of the Party, Comrade Adams Oshiomhole, describing the reported disagreement as fake news. Obasek, who also spoke on his second term bid form the first time, says whether he gets a second term in […]
FULL DETAILS OF HIGH HANDEDNESS, FINANCIAL WRECKLESSNESS, AND ABUSE OF POWER BY THE PROF FRANCIS OTUNTA’S ADMINISTRATION AT THE MICHAEL OKPARA UNIVERSITY OF AGRICULTURE, MOUA, UMUDIKE. By Ugonna Anejionu: Another disturbing report has it that Otunta has converted 5 of the 2014 model Toyota corolla bought by the past administration to his personal use. It […]
President of the 8th Senate, Dr. Abubakar Bukola Saraki, has directed that the National Assembly Management should distribute his Severance Allowance to families of three victims of the insurgency in the North-East, This is even as he also directed that children of late senators be also included in the list of beneficiaries. In a statement […]
Pope Francis has lamented what he calls today’s “culture of insults” in the world. In his homily during Pentecost Mass Sunday in St. Peter’s Square, Francis also decried that “the more we use social media, the less social we are becoming.” He warned of the temptation to cling to “our little group, to the things […]
On Thursday, 6th June, 2019, residents of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja woke up to a torrential rainfall which resulted in massive flooding in parts of the city. Share on: WhatsApp
Below is the full Interim Report of investigation by the Kano State Public Complaints and Anti-Corruption Commission as obtained exclusively by NAN. Highlights of the 19-page document includes the indictment of individuals, amounts involved, obstruction of investigation by suspects and recommendations. PRELIMINARY REPORT OF INVESTIGATION IN RESPECT OF PETITION OF FINANCIAL MISAPPROPRIATION AGAINST KANO STATE […]
President Muhammadu Buhari on Tuesday at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, received Vice President Yemi Osinbajo alongside service chiefs and an FCT delegation, who paid him the traditional Sallah homage. Muslims worldwide are celebrating Eid-el-Fitr, which marks the end of Ramadan, a month of fasting and prayer. Mr Buhari, while receiving the guests, said he was […]
The immediate past governor of Zamfara State, Abdulaziz Yari, has been expelled from the All Progressives Congress, APC, for the misfortune of the party in the state. The Supreme Court had nullified the victory of APC in Zamfara State, thereby sacking the governor-elect, deputy governor-elect, senators and members-elect of the party. Mr Yari was expelled […]
President Muhammadu Buhari has expressed satisfaction at the conduct of peaceful elections in Nigeria, despite what he called “doomsday predictions of social disharmony.” The President’s Senior Special Assistant on Media and Publicity, Malam Garba Shehu in a statement in Abuja on Monday, said the President made his feelings known in his Sallah message to Nigerians […]
The Permanent Secretary, Federal Capital Territory Administration, Sir Chinyeaka Ohaa has called on FCT residents especially the Muslim faithful to use the occasion of the Eid el-Fitri celebrations signifying the end of the holy month of Ramadan, to pray for the success of President Muhammadu Buhari’s second term in office. The Permanent Secretary made this call […]
The Permanent Secretary, Federal Capital Territory Administration, Sir Chinyeaka Ohaa and the FCT Commissioner of Police, Bala Ciroma have both assured residents of the FCT of adequate security protection over the Eid-El- Fitr and national Democracy Day celebrations. The duo made the pledge following a meeting of the FCT Security Committee chaired by the Permanent […]
FULL DETAILS OF HIGH HANDEDNESS, FINANCIAL WRECKLESSNESS, AND ABUSE OF POWER BY THE PROF FRANCIS OTUNTA’S ADMINISTRATION AT THE MICHAEL OKPARA UNIVERSITY OF AGRICULTURE, MOUA, UMUDIKE. By Ugonna Anejionu: He is tagged a tyrant and an emperor and one that believes so much in intimidating and suppressing subordinates. He is accused of massive financial recklessness […]
Liverpool are €108.9 million richer following their UEFA Champions League triumph over Tottenham Hotspur in Madrid, Spain, on Saturday. Finalists Tottenham Hotspur are also smiling to the bank as they earn €104 million for their achievement. UEFA’s distribution formula shows that Liverpool will get €15.5m participation bonus, €8.1 million for winning three group games, €35.3 […]
The FCT Permanent Secretary, Sir Chinyeaka Ohaa has expressed satisfaction with the progress of the ongoing N19.4 billion Karshi water project which is designed to supply water to the Karshi satellite town of the FCT. The Permanent Secretary who made this disclosure during an inspection of the project site in Karshi as well as the […]
By Edel-Quinn Agbaegbu The 2019 Biodiversity Day celebration came up less than one month after I was nominated as the Nigeria Country Representative, Voluntary Peer Review (VPR) Process, Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD). It was a handy reminder to me of the meaning and import of CBD. The Convention, short form reference for CBD, […]
Amnesty International Nigeria says 3,641 people were killed between 2016 and 2018 in the conflict between herdsmen and farmers across the country, a number they say would have been significantly reduced had security operatives acted accordingly. Share on:
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) yesterday lampooned Senator Buruji Kashamu, saying he is brandishing alleged fake PDP gubernatorial flag in Ogun State. The party, in a statement signed by its national publicity secretary, Kola Ologbondiyan, described as the height of ridicule, Kashamu’s purported presentation of himself as Ogun governorship candidate of the PDP […]
ZEPH NJOKU’S DATE ON SCIENCE EDUCATION As a renowned academic and authority on science education, Professor Zephrinus Chiduben Njoku takes turn this week to speak on pedagogical approaches to reduce difficulties in learning Chemistry, at the 182nd Inaugural Lecture of the University of Nigeria Nsukka, June 22, 2023. By Tobs Agbaegbu By 1 pm, on […]