Ten teenage girls drowned on their way to a wedding in Taraba, while traveling by canoe on Tuesday.
The tragedy, according the head of Red Cross in Taraba State, Manja Agwe Mathew, occurred late Tuesday when the canoe capsized on the Karim River, noting that 3 persons were still missing.
Thursday, September 13, 2012
Bank robbery in Kwara leaves 2 dead
Armed robbers on Wednesday raided- a new generation bank in Ifelodun Local Government of Kwara State, killing two security personnel.
Thursday, July 26, 2012
African first ladies begin summit amidst controversy, drama
It is expected to be an edifice for peace and conflict resolution in 12 months when it is projected to be completed. However, the foundation for the African First Ladies Peace Centre was laid in the midst of intense security measures and controversy in Abuja on Wednesday by President Goodluck Jonathan’s wife, Patience.
NNPC launches data centre
The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) yesterday inched closer to its dream of becoming a first class national oil company with the launch of an ultra-modern data centre.
Impeachment: FG rules out 100% budget implementation
The wrangling between the Presidency and the House of Representatives intensified on Wednesday with the two sides maintaining a hard position on the alleged poor implementation of the 2012 budget.
Tuesday, July 24, 2012
FG confiscates $15 million bribe Ibori purportedly offered Ribadu
A Federal High court sitting in Abuja on Tuesday granted an interim order for the forfeiture of the sum of $15 million being bribe money former governor of Delta State, James Ibori allegedly offered to former chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Nuhu Ribadu.
Motion to impeach Jonathan is for national interest – Reps
Members of the House of Representatives on Monday disclosed that the decision to impeach President Goodluck Jonathan by September, if the 2012 budget is not fully implemented, is for national interest.
Fuel Subsidy scam: EFCC to arraign 20 suspects
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has concluded arrangements to prosecute the first batch of suspects implicated in the oil subsidy fraud. The suspects, comprising six oil companies and 11 individuals, will be docked in a Lagos courts.
I can stay in office for more than eight years – Jonathan
President Goodluck Jonathan on Monday affirmed that his stay in office could legally go beyond eight years under certain conditions.
Don’t label Boko Haram terrorist group, says Fed Govt
The Federal Government has spoken against branding Islamist group Boko Haram a terrorist organisation by the United States (US) as demanded by Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) leader Pastor Ayo Oritsejafor.
Don’t label Boko Haram terrorist group, says Fed Govt
The Federal Government has spoken against branding Islamist group Boko Haram a terrorist organisation by the United States (US) as demanded by Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) leader Pastor Ayo Oritsejafor.
State creation: Tension over moves to favour only Southeast
Barely three days after the conclusion of its retreat, the Senate is gripped by tension over moves to create one state - from the Southeast only.
Lagos govt, PDP disagree over Makoko’s demolition
OVER 2,000 displaced residents of Makoko Water Front in Iwaya, Yaba Council Development Area yesterday besieged the Alausa office of Lagos State Governor Babatunde Fashola to register their frustration and continued suffering following the demolition of their shanties by the government last Monday.
More trouble for Jonathan
THE impeachment plot against President Gooldluck Jonathan thickened yesterday, with some senators reportedly teaming up with their House of Representatives’ counterparts on the project.
Our case against Jonathan, by Reps
Budget ‘not run to Nigerians’ benefit ’
The House of Representatives launched yesterday a defence of its decision to begin impeachment proceedings against President Goodluck Jonathan if the budget is not fully implemented by September.
The House of Representatives launched yesterday a defence of its decision to begin impeachment proceedings against President Goodluck Jonathan if the budget is not fully implemented by September.
Why we’re demolishing Makoko, by Fashola
Lagos State Governor Babatunde Fashola yesterday explained why his administration is demolishing the Makoko fishing community, Lagos Mainland.
Fed Govt to pay expectant mothers N5,000
The Federal Government has concluded plans to pay women who attend antenatal clinics as part of efforts to tackle the menace of maternal mortality.
38 die in Jos floods
-Man loses seven children -68 declared missing -Woman, 90, baby among victims -200 houses gone
Saturday, July 21, 2012
Fuel scarcity looms as importers’ union threatens strike
The Jetty and Petroleum Tank Farm Owners of Nigeria (JEPTFON), representing fuel importers, said yesterday it would shut down jetties and depots from July 23 if the government did not pay outstanding gasoline subsidy payments, which are a massive drain on the country.
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