PDP Special National Convention in Abuja Saturday (31/8/13)

Taraba NASS Caucus backs Assembly, declares Gov. Suntai unfit to govern

The Taraba state caucus in the National Assembly has intervened in the leadership crisis rocking the state as the lawmakers asked the deputy governor Alh Garba Umar to continue to act as an Acting governor pending the time that the ailing Gov. Suntai is fully recovered. Addressing newsmen on Friday at the House of Representatives in Abuja, Senator […]

2006 Census: Tribunal Nullifies Census Figures In 14 LGs In Lagos

The National Census Tribunal, sitting in Abuja, Nigeria has nullified the 2006 censors figure in 14 Local Government Areas of Lagos and ordered the National Population Commission (NPC) to conduct fresh recount in the affected areas. The NPC, had in the 2006 national censors said the population of Lagos was 9,113,605, a figure that the […]

Ihejirika Harps on Prudent Management of Funds by Heads of Establishments

Nigeria’s Chief of Army staff COAS, Lt Gen. Azubuike Ihejirika has stressed the need for prudent utilisation of public funds in government agencies by heads of organisations, saying it remains the only way to achieve meaningful feat in any establishment. According to the Army helmsman, for any organisation, be it in a developed or developing […]

Insecurity: NEMA organises evacuation drills for FG workers in Enugu

As the nation continue to face serious insecurity challenges in parts of the country, the National Emergency Management Agency, NEMA, has staged a one-day emergency evacuation drill/simulation for federal civil servants in Enugu State, just as it called for more robust synergy among relevant agencies in disaster management. The programme, which was held at the […]

Obasanjo and the Quest for Statesmanship

By Akintokunbo A Adejumo,  It was sometime in May 1999 that I dared venture to visit my country, Nigeria, after over nine years in the UK. Olusegun Obasanjo, ex-military Head of State, retired Army general and Civil War hero, convicted of treason and incarcerated, nearly executed by the detested dictator, now dead, Sanni Abacha, and brought out of incarceration and […]

In memory of Chinua Achebe

By Steve Orji Enchanted eyes see through shades of after dark, To spot ripened fruits on withered trees, Gifted eyes indeed could tell graves of trampled honour, And cruel foots that stood in their places, Only eyes dyed deep in furnace of ancient wisdom, Stare deep and long with halo of a messenger, Unraveling puzzles […]

Creative Writing Video — East African Crowned Crane

Polygamy & Rape In South Africa

Amnesty for Every Nigerian

‘Amnesty is not about the Niger Delta region alone but about Nigeria as a whole. It should be about correcting all injustice wherever found in Nigeria; it is about doing those things that would build a Nation out of the separatist factions and disparate interests juggling for attention and resources. This is the only way the program can be […]

Late President Mills attempts to investigate John Mahama led to his death

It is now crystal clear to all discerning Ghanaians that attempts by the late President Mills to investigate the corrupt deals by his then Vice President, John Dramani Mahama might have exacerbated plans by his detractors to send him to his untimely grave. I have always said and will repeat it a thousand times that until justice is done […]

We need to flush out corrupt political leaders in Niger-Delta -Comrade Ofehe

Comrade Sunny Oghale Ofehe is a Nigerian born social crusader living in The Netherlands. In wake of the Military clampdown on Pro-democracy activists who were protesting the annulment of the election,  and the execution  of a renowned author, playwright and a Human Rights activist, Ken Saro-Wiwa and others popularly known as the Ogoni Nine(9), Comrade Ofehe fled  Nigeria for […]

Muma Gee steps out without hubby

Newly wedded female singer, Peace Uwame popularly known as Muma Gee steps out last weekend without the love of her life to whom she tied the marriage knot not too long ago. Trust the Olofofos who pointed my attention to the fact that this pretty entertainer who loves to refer to herself as an ‘Africa Queen’ has […]

Death of Paralympian gold medallist, Onaolapo, National Loss – Jonathan

President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan has described the death of Nigerian Paralympian gold medallist, Mrs. Joy Onaolapo as a big loss to the nation. The President, who said he received the news of the death of the medallist in the London 2012 Paralympics with shock, noted that she was among those who made Nigeria very proud at the […]

Ewherido: Urhobo Youths Present Daniel Idonor As Replacement

Urhobo Youths under the aegis of Ewhu Political Movement (EPM) has presented Comrade Daniel Idonor to replace Late Senator Pius Akpor Ehwerido, representing Delta Central Senatorial District at the National Assembly who died on June 30, 2013. While urging the entire Urhobo nation, traditional rulers, leaders of thought and the political class to consider giving automatic ticket to one […]

Attempt to Extort Money from Abia Govt by one Don Norman Obinna

Our attention has been drawn to a publication on Saharareporters by one Don Norman, Obinna who published tissues of lies on Abia State Government after an unsuccessful attempt to extort the sum of 5 million Naira from the State Government. Don Norman who claimed he is from Umuahia and worked for Compass newspapers as an editor told us […]

Akanu Ibiam International Airport, a dream comes through for S/east

By Ignatius Okpara, Enugu The chairman senate committee on Aviation, Senator Hope Uzodinma, has hailed  the federal government for realising the dream of upgrading the Akanu Ibiam Airport Enugu to an international status. Senator Uzodinma, who represents Orlu senatorial district of Imo state in the upper chambers of the National Assembly, NASS spoke to newsmen yesterday in Enugu […]

Money Laundering: US Police Confirms Arrest Of Akwa Ibom ALGON Chief

The Maryland State Police Department, USA on Sunday morning confirmed the arrest of the Executive Chairman of Udim local government area of Akwa Ibom state, Mr. Nse Ntuen, for smuggling $82, 000 into the United States without declaring it with the Customs officials both in Nigeria and the US. Nse Ntuen, the Chairman of the Akwa Ibom […]

Governor Yuguda Donates Land for FIFA Goal Project in Bauchi

The Bauchi State Government has donated a piece of land for the FIFA for  its Goal Project due to start in Bauchi State. Speaking shortly after inspecting the site on Thursday, FIFA and Africa Development Manager, Francesco Brescoli, thanked the Bauchi State Government for allocating the plot of land for the project, saying FIFA is very much ready […]

Keshi proud of Eagles 2-0 win over Bafana Bafana

Nigeria coach Stephen Keshi was beaming after his wards extended Nigeria’s dominance over South Africa with a 2-0 win on Wednesday night. A brace from former junior international Uche Nwofor in only his second appearance, over three years after his first, sealed the win, and Keshi was understandably delighted. “With due respect, Bafana Bafana are a good side. […]