Author: Nigeriacurrent

Sanwo-Olu Greets Dangote at 65

Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has congratulated the Nigerian business magnate and President of Dangote Group, Alhaji Aliko Dangote on his 65th birthday. He described Dangote, who clocks 65 on Sunday, April 10, as a renowned business man, seasoned administrator, and philanthropist who has contributed immensely to the economy and livelihood of many Nigerians. […]

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Amaechi Declares Presidential Bid

Minister of Transportation and former Governor of Rivers States, Rotimi Amaechi had declared his intrest  to run for 2023 presidential election Amaechi disclosed  this in Port Harcourt on Saturday at the Thanksgiving organised by his party, the All Progressives Congress APC in Rivers State,. He stated that he has had much experience in governance for […]

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Oronto Natei Douglas (1966-2015): Reminiscing On His Indelible Footprints

By Engr. Ipigansi Okumo   In my early years in secondary school, I was very fortunate to have met an uncommon soul called Oronto Natei Douglas, fondly known as OND by friends and acquaintances. Though our meeting was a brief one, it impacted greatly on me. It changed my perspective and approach to life. However, […]

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My Next Album Might Win Grammys -MI Abaga

Nigerian rapper, Jude Abaga, popularly known MI says his next album might win a grammy. Mr.Incredbile, who recently announced his engagement to beau, Eniola Mafe said this on his Twitter page According to him, he can now focus on making a ‘classic’ album which is likely to earn him an award at the Grammys. He […]

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MultiChoice appoints Doris Ohanugo as executive head, DStv media sales

MultiChoice Nigeria has appointed Doris Ohanugo as the new Executive Head; DStv Media Sales. She is a seasoned sales professional with over 20 years of experience in the broadcast/media industry in various areas including Customer Service, Marketing, Sales, and Sponsorship. In her new role, she is expected to drive media sales using her years of […]

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World Water Day: Dangote, others make case for ground water protection

A case has been made for extractive industries to prioritize the protection of groundwater in a bid to preserve the environment for the benefit of all. To do this, businesses were urged to deliberately incorporate the protection of groundwater in their operational designs and sourcing of industrial production facilities. These were part of the submissions […]

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Pastor Adeboye’s son, Leke, begs RCCG pastors over ‘insulting’ statement

Leke Adeboye, the son of Pastor Enoch Adeboye, the general overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), has tendered an apology to pastors of the church for referring to them as ‘goats.’ Leke had incurred the wrath of many church members and other Nigerians after he slammed pastors of the church, calling them […]

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Former President Jonathan’s Convoy Involved In Accident

Former president Goodluck Jonathan’s convoy on Wednesday was involved in an accident The auto crash occurred along the airport road in Abuja. Two police officers were said to have died in the accident. According to sources in Jonathan’s camp, the former president was still in Yenagoa, Bayelsa state capital, as at Wednesday morning. He was […]

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I Won’t Step Down On My Presidential Ambition…Who Knows If Nigerians Want Me – Fayose

 Former governor of Ekiti, Ayodele Fayose, says he will not drop his presidential ambition for any politician in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Fayose said this on Wednesday during an interview on Channels Television. Speaking during the programme, the former Ekiti governor said he has purchased the nomination form to contest for the PDP presidential […]

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Buhari Appoints Abdullahi As Minister of Environment

President Muhammadu Buhari has approved the appointment of  Mohammed Abdullahi as the minister of environment. The appointment was announced on Wednesday in a statement issued by Boss Mustapha, secretary to the government of the federation (SGF). The appointment takes immediate effect. Abdullahi was the minister of state for science, technology and innovation before he was […]

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