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BREAKING: Isa Ali Ibrahim Pantami Emerges ‘Minister of the Year’ 2022  

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The Minister of Communication and Digital Economy, Prof. Isa Ali Pantami has been voted ‘2022 Minister of the Year’ by Nigerians both at home and in the Diaspora.   Pro. Isa Ali Pantami emerged first place following his online nomination and voting by members of the general public as monitored and confirmed by the Nigeria Service Awards panel of jury which lasted from 14th to 24th August, 2022.   Consequently, this prestigious Award will be presented by the COA Media Group, organizers of the 2022 Nigeria Service Awards at a…

Osun 2022: Oyetola appeals court ruling nullifying his candidacy   … seeks stay of execution on judgement 

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Osun state Governor,Adegboyega Oyetola has appealed the Federal High Court judgement that nullified his nomination as the candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the July 16, 2022 governorship election in the State. This is as the Governor and his deputy have also filed an application before the Federal High Court in Abuja, seeking to stay execution of the court judgment pending the final determination of the appeal. Justice Emeka Nwite of the FHC, Abuja, had while delivering ruling in the suit filed by the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP,…

BREAKING: Terrorists release remaining 23 Kaduna train attack victims

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Terrorists who attacked Abuja-Kaduna bound train on March 28, have freed the remaining 23 passengers who have been in captivity.   Their release was confirmed in a statement by Prof. Usman Yusuf, Secretary, Chief of Defense Staff Action Committee (CDSAC)   He said, “I am pleased to announce to the nation and the world that at 1600Hrs. (4:00pm) today, Wednesday 5-10-2022, the seven-man Presidential Committee assembled by the Chief of Defense Staff (CDS), General LE O Irabor, secured the release and took custody of all the 23 remaining passengers held…

NYSC DG flags off HIRD in FCT, tasks Stakeholders on more collaborations

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As part of the activities marking the NYSC Director General’s 100 Days in office,The NYSC Director General, Brigadier General Muhammad Kaku Fadah has flagged off the Health Initiative For Rural Dwellers (HIRD)programme at the LEA Primary School in Dakwo Community of the Federal capital Territory, Abuja.   In his address at the flag off ceremony, the Director General said the rural health initiative was in line with the cardinal point of his administration’s policy thrust which is to deepen the NYSC’s impact on rural development services. According to him, the…

Leaving your Smartphone with young children increases your vulnerability to cyber attacks – Onadipe tells parents

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The founde/CEO of Internet Safety Magazine, Mr. Rotimi Onadipe has told parents to avoid leaving their smartphones with young children because it exposes them to all kinds of cyber crimes.   He stated this in Ibadan on Saturday October 1st, 2022 at a weekly awareness program on cyber security, tagged “Say NO to internet abuse, say YES to internet safety”.   Onadipe noted that many parents left their smartphones with young children, particularly those within the age of four to ten to play games, watch videos and chat on social…

APC picks date to flag-off 2023 Presidential Campaign

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The All Progressives Congress (APC) would formally flag off its 2023 Presidential Election campaign on Monday, October 10.   The development came as the ruling party’s presidential flag-bearer, Bola Tinubu, is expected back in the country from London, United Kingdom (UK), within the week.     Tinubu has been out of Nigeria for over a week amidst rumours of ill health. Late last month, the APC postponed the kick-off of its campaigns indefinitely due to an internal crisis over the composition of the council.   A statement issued by the…

Tornadoes to play NPFL in Minna ,As Gov Sani Bello orders immediate renovation of Bako Kontagora Memorial Stadium

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Niger state Governor, Abubakar Sani Bello said the remaining part of his administration will be dedicated to sports development even as he directed the immediate renovation of Bako Kontagora Memorial Stadium, Minna to host the Nigeria Professional Football League.   Governor Sani Bello disclosed this when he received the newly elected Chairman of Chairmen (Leader of Congress), Nigeria Football Federation(NFF) at the Government House, Minna.   He said even though the state needed a modern stadium, he directed the Commissioner for Sports to ensure that necessary repairs are carried out…

2023: APC fires warns President Buhari, Tinubu

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Ahead of the 2023 general elections, the Rivers State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has warned President Muhammadu Buhari; Bola Tinubu, the party’s presidential candidate; and the National Executive Committee (NEC), to stop APC South-West leaders from hobnobbing with Governor Nyesom Wike.   Wike is a key member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), and has been welcoming opposition party chieftains to Port Harcourt, Rivers State capital since May when the PDP crisis started.   During an interactive session convened by the APC National Vice Chairman, South-South, Victor…

Gov Sani Bello swears in 2 High Court Judges, 2 Khadis of Shariah Court of Appeal

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Niger State Governor, Abubakar Sani Bello has sworn-in two High Court Judges and two Khadis of Shariah Court of Appeal described it as a well deserved appointments. The swearing-in ceremony was held at the Council Chamber, Government House, Minna.   Governor Sani Bello while congratulating the new Judges, reminded them of the huge task ahead of them.   “While I congratulate you I must also draw your attention to the huge task of your assignment. You need to know the weight of the assignment and I hope this will be…

Oyetola extols General Akinrinade at 83

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Osun State Governor, Adegboyega Oyetola has joined other eminent Nigerians to celebrate General Ipoola Alani Akinrinade (rtd.), who turned 83 on Monday.   Oyetola, who described him as a patriotic Nigerian further noted that retired Lt. Gen. Akinrinade’s credential is one of the selling points of Osun, noted that his profile and contributions were important chapters in the recognition of Osun as one of the States of Distinction in Nigeria.   “I am proud to be the governor of a man who typifies the Omoluabi ethos, which our state holds…