Honouring Benjay @ 90
By Bimbo Esho When the history of Nigeria’s indigenous music is written with authenticity and accuracy, one name that will always stand out is Benson Idonije. I was in my twenties when I first began following the works of this remarkable man. My father had spoken extensively about him, especially when […]
Police debunk reports of attacks on schools in Niger
The Niger Police Command has debunked reports alleging that hoodlums attacked schools in Bosso, Kpakungu, Sabon-Wuse and Lambata areas of the state. The command described the reports, which have been circulating in public spaces, as false and misleading. This is contained in a statement issued on Wednesday in Minna by the Police Public Relations […]
Man sues ex-fiancée, mother over breach of agreement to formalise marriage
Mr Ibrahim Tanko has sued his former fiancée, Abigail Hammam and her mother before the Upper Area Court in Marraba Gurku, Nasarawa State over alleged breach of agreement to formalise marriage. He filed the case against Hamman and her mother Hannatu , who live in New Nyanya, Karu, FCT. According to the particulars […]
Invoke ‘doctrine of necessity’ to establish state police, Group urges NASS
A media policy think-tank, Independent Media and Policy Initiative (IMPI), has urged the National Assembly to invoke the doctrine of necessity to speed up the process of establishing state police in the country. The Chairman of IMPI, Dr Omoniyi Akinsiju, stated this in a statement made available to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) […]
Expert warns against rising cases of tyre burning
An environmental expert has warned against rising practice of burning used tyres by youths in northern Nigeria to recover metal wires for sale. He warned that this activity poses serious health and environmental risks. The concerns followed findings from a survey conducted by African Climate Reporters, which revealed that the practice had become a […]
Osun shootings: Police begin investigation, tighten security
The Police Command in Osun State has commenced investigations into the shooting incidents that occurred on Tuesday in parts of the state. This is contained in a statement on Wednesday by the command’s spokesperson, DSP Abiodun Ojelabi. He said the command expressed deep concern over the incidents, which left some passers-by injured in the […]
INEC clears four political parties for Nasarawa North senatorial bye-election
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has cleared four political parties that have successfully nominated candidates to participate in the June 20 Nasarawa North Senatorial District bye-election. Mallam Mohammed Abubakar-Sadiq, the Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) in the state, disclosed this on Wednesday in Lafia while briefing newsmen on the commission’s level of preparedness for […]
Anambra strengthens Ebola preparedness
The Anambra State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening preparedness and response measures against the Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) amid concerns over reported outbreaks in some parts of Africa. The Commissioner for Health, Dr Afam Obidike, said this at a stakeholders’ meeting on Ebola preparedness held on Wednesday in Awka. Obidike called for […]
Police arraign woman for allegedly beating of ex-husband with charms
The Police on Wednesday arraigned a 31-year-old housewife, Alimat Jimoh, before an Iyaganku Chief Magistrates’ court, Ibadan, for allegedly hitting her former husband with charmed-ring during a fight over child paternity and custody. The defendant of Alakia, Isebo area, was charged on two count of breach of peace and assault, to which she pleaded […]
Ndokwa: Why engagement delivers more
By Jude Dike In politics and governance, communities often face a critical choice: pursue development through constructive engagement or embrace a path of perpetual confrontation. History has consistently shown that while advocacy is essential, meaningful development is more likely to emerge from strategic dialogue, mutual respect, and purposeful collaboration with those entrusted […]
