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Senate President, Dr. Bukola Saraki, has emphasized the desperate attempt of the opposition party, All Progressive Congress, APC, on the hauling of Senator Melaye of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP. Saraki said "This desperation to haul Senator Melaye in is beyond normal. This same Inspector General of Police, IGP, who refused to honour the Senate invitation to give information on the security situation in the country and rushed to court to seek protection of his rights is now violating the right of other people. "Of has gone without notice that Senator Melaye is a member of the opposition. We cannot remember any member of the ruling All Progressive Congress, APC, being treated in this manner. "Even the All Progressive Congress, APC, member who allegedly led thugs to forcefully seize the maze while the Senate was in session, in the full glare of the television cameras, is still roaming the streets free without prosecution." It was report

The Presidency has reportedly eulogized the First Executive President of Nigeria, Alhaji Shehu Usman Shagari, again, following his departure from this sinful world on Friday, 28 December, 2018. President Buhari has paid his tribute once again to the late President, Shehu Shagari, directing that flags should fly at half mast in military and paramilitary formations, as well as public buildings for three days, starting from Sunday, December 30, 2018. In a statement he personally signed, President Buhari declared "The late President represented almost at the last link with the government of our founding fathers under Alhaji Abubakar Tarawa Balewa. He was also the first elected President of Nigeria. "The late Shagari was a man of many parts; teacher, local authority administrator, politician, minister, and finally President. He served his country with dedication and moderation.  "Over the years, through interactions at the Council of State, he and I ca

Minister of Power, Works and Housing, Hon. Babatunde Raji Fashola, has spoken on the Economic recovery and growth plan with developing strategies in the Power Sector. Fashola made this statement known at the National Television Authority, NTA news now, on Friday, 29 December, 2019. He said "When oil prices drop in future, the economy should be resilient to absorb the shock, people should be able to get along with their lives because we would have invested the money on infrastructure. "There is a government policy for renewable energy, there is government policy to support the deployment of solar systems, solar panels, lithium batteries and all the enablers for delivering solar. Fashola finally said "Even if it is just bringing the parts and Assembling them there. President Buhari wants to see you men and women, Nigerian boys and girls engage in doing something with their hands so that they can get employed." These aforementioned statem

Senate President, Dr. Bukola Saraki, has spoken out on some charges and allegations to arrest and incarcerate political opponents.  Saraki said "This method of digging out of some old charges and incarcerate political opponents has presented this current Inspector General of Police, Mr. Ibrahim Kpotum  Idris, as the most partisan head of the Nigerian Police ever in the history of Nigeria. "We have continued to call on the  security agencies to steer clear of Partisanship and be Professional in their activities. "This is not a Banana republic. Nobody is saying the police should not do their work in the prevention of crime and enforcement of laws.  However, creating trumped up charges to implicate those who have contrary views to the administration and is highly unacceptable. He finally said "it is not because Senator Dino Melaye is the victim this time around. This should not happen to any Nigerian." This statement has surfaced as a

The 32 Artillery Brigade has commenced a 3 day intensive clearance Operations at kidnappers hideout within Owo and Ose Local Government Areas which are being used for various nefarious activities such as collection of ransoms from kidnapped victims. In a statement signed by Ass. Director Army PR Major Ojo Adenegan said "the operation is aimed at ensuring safety of travellers along Owo and Ose roads and also to complement  the ongoing efforts of the joint security agencies in the state to curtail the activities of the kidnappers." If the kidnappers are nabbed during the aforementioned clearance operation will bring peace to the state and its diaspora. The Ondo State governor has been praised for making the safety of travellers his priority as the 2019 general elections approach.

The President, Muhammadu Buhari is reportedly arrived in Sokoto, to pay a condolence visit to the State government and the families of  former President, Alhaji  Shehu Usman Shagari, following his demise. It was confirmed that Shehu Shagari died on Friday after a brief illness which was undisclosed, at the National Hospital, in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. President Buhari became his [Shagari] successor in 1983 after his regime as the Head of State. Present at the former President residence in Sokoto are Kebbi  State Governor, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar Badugu, and other top dignitaries from  Aso Rock. Prayers were made by some Islamic Clerics, with the Presidency,State Governors and other top dignitaries  for the deceased for perfect peace and eternal rest on Allah's chest. President Buhari was seen paying his last respect while writing on the condolence book. The general public has criticized the family of late Alhaji Shehu Usman Shagari, that

The All Progressive Congress, APC governorship flag bearer, Babajide Sanwo-olu, has extended his deepest condolences to the family and associates over the death of  former President, Alhaji Shehu Shagari. Shehu Shagari left this sinful world on Friday, December 28, 2018. He was reportedly confirmed dead by the media on Saturday morning. Sanwo-olu said "President Shagari was a humble and decent elder statesman who worked tirelessly for the unity and development of Nigeria as a teacher, Parliamentarian, cabinet minister at various times. "He crowned his sterling public service as the first Executive President of Nigeria in 1979. "The people of Nigeria whom he diligently served and his immediate family will sorely miss him." Shagari succeeded former President, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, as head of State, in 1976. He was  also succeeded by Nigeria's incumbent President, Muhammadu Buhari, in 1983. Surely, Nigerians will miss him for h

United's caretaker manager, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, has confirmed that the club has not scored enough goals this season. He said this statement at the Press conference on Friday afternoon while stressing the Club's shortcomings. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer was honest in his confirmation of the Club's shortcomings despite recording two consecutive wins since he became the Club's caretaker manager. Prior to his appointment, United under former manager, Jose Mourinho,  conceded a whooping 29 goals in 17 appearances with the manager's defensive style of play. Solskjaer said "We have not being able to keep clean sheets, we have not scored enough goals." Since the appointment of Solskjaer, United has conceded just two goals, one against Cardiff and the other against Huddersfield Town, with United scoring an enormous number of goals [8]. United fans have applauded the caretaker manager for his statement about the Club's inability to enough

The Nigerian Army has released the list of candidates shortlisted for Short Service Combatant Commission, SSC, and Direct Short Service Commission, DSS. The list of shortlisted candidates is on Punch and Daily trust Newspapers of Thursday, 27 December, 2018. Alternatively, the list of both Direct Short Service Commission, DSS, and Short Service Combatant Commission, SSC, are also available on the Nigerian Army e-Application portal: Nigerianarmyms.ng. It has been confirmed that applicants whose names were successfully selected are expected to report on the said date for the selection exercise. Candidates for Short Service Combatant, are to report at Nigerian Defense Academy, NDA, old site Kawo, Kaduna State. While the candidates for Direct Short Service, DSS, are to report at 20 Battalion Barrack Serti Baruwa, Taraba State. Candidates are  expected to keep themselves abreast with the latest information on the e-Application portal.

Vice President, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo, has paid a courtesy visit to the Olatunji David family, at the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. The family is reportedly the owner of a foundation, Life Builders Initiative for Education and Societal Integration. This initiative runs a free education project called school without wall. The free education project caters for the children of the poor, undeserved and internally displaced in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. Osinbajo was reportedly welcomed with warm reception and was beautifully entertained by the owners of the foundation. The Vice President's visit to the owners of the reputable foundation has been perceived to be sign of humility on the part of Prof. Osinbajo. The visit will collectively foster accessible education by the less privileged children in the society, so as to make them functional to their families and the societies they find themselves in the nearest future. Another percep

The Presidency has offered his deepest condolences over the death of his former teacher and a retired school administrator, Alhaji Sanda Kaita, Magajin Togo of Katsina. In a condolence message to the Emir of Katsina, the government and the people of the State, President Buhari described his late metal work teacher in Katsina Secondary School, as a man of highway character who will be remembered for his efforts to inculcate hard work and technical skill in his students. Buhari further said "He was a committed and an inspirational educationists. Our prayers go out to the family of the bereaved, to the government and people of Katsina State over this irreplaceable loss. May his soul rest in perfect peace in peace." Sanda Kaita has been buried according to the Islamic tradition, as they do not keep the dead more than a day after they have departed this world.

Ondo State Governor, Arakunrin Odunayo Akeredolu, popularly known as Aketi, has reportedly donated buses for the Buhari/Osinbajo reelection campaigns ahead of the February 2019 general election. Ondo State being one the All Progressive Congress, APC States, it has deemed it fit as one of its obligations to give to their Political party for the success of the upcoming general elections. These buses were painted the combination of the Party colours with the pictures of the Presidency and his Deputy all the buses. Governor Akeredolu was present at the occasion to donate the buses for the preparation of the party for next level as tagged as the party's 2019 mantra and logo. The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, has implored voters who are yet to get their Permanent Voter's cards to come and get theirs before next year general elections. Akeredolu has come under strong criticism of the members of the public for donating the buses. He was cr

"Pay Civil Servants their salaries to celebrate Christmas", says  Dino Melaye. The Senator representing Kogi West Senatorial District, Dino Melaye, has publicly told the Kogi State governor, Yaya Bello to pay Civil Servants their salaries to celebrate Christmas. Read more .. Governor donates buses for Buhari/Osinbajo reelection campaigns, comes under strong criticism. Ondo State Governor, Arakunrin Odunayo Akeredolu, popularly known as Aketi, has reportedly donated buses for the Buhari/Osinbajo reelection campaigns ahead of the February 2019 general election. Read more .. A 300l of Ahmadu Bello University takes poison and leaves a note before her death, Twitter reacts. [see photos] Aisha Omolola, a 300l student of Ahmadu Bello University Zaria, has reportedly taken her own life today. Read more .. Ahmadu Bello University speaks and advises following the death of her students through suicide. The management of Ahmadu Bello Univ

Manchester United has reportedly sign the "real Pogba" following a reached agreement between United Chairman, Ed Woodward and "real Pogba" representative. It was formerly confirmed that a British record transfer for the France Midfielder was made but the "fake Pogba" seemed to have been bought by the red side of Manchester, leaving the "real Pogba" behind at Juventus. The astronomical transfer fee for the "real Pogba" was originally confirmed following the dismissal of Former United's manager, José Mourinho and the appointment of the United legend, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, as the Club's new interim manager. The new interim manager is set to be at the Club till the end of 2018/2019 Premier league campaign, as they are into a thorough recruitment of new manager in the summer. The real Pogba, since the appointment of Solskjaer, has scored 2 goals and provided two assists in the manager's fist  two games

The management of Ahmadu Bello University, ABU, has broken her silence and advised the young ones against suicidal attempt following the death of Aisha Omolola at her apartment in Samaru, Zaria. In retrospect to the saddening even witnessed, the management said "We all have two lives. The second life starts the moment we realize we have only one. Suicide doesn't end the chances of life getting worse, it eliminates the possibility of it ever getting any better. "Most things in life tend to be difficult before they get easy. To anyone out there who is hurting, it is not sign of weakness to ask for help, it is a sign of strength. What then is the point of having friends and loved ones if you cannot put out your problem to them. "The longer we dwell in misfortune, the greater is there power to harm us. Dear young people, no matter the hardship, frustration, loneliness or depression you are going through, suicide should never be an option. Speak to som

Aisha Omolola, a 300l student of Ahmadu Bello University Zaria, has reportedly taken her own life today. She reportedly took poison "sniper" earlier today in her apartment in Samaru which immediately took her life. She left a letter attached to her body bidding a farewell to friends and loved ones. Aisha shared her ordeal on how her mum made life a hell for her and she  referred to her as a witch and trying to kill her. The brother of the deceased  was the responsible for taking care of her and her mum responsible for feeding money. The deceased, before her death, has reportedly renounced her faith in God, due to how cruel life was, to her. Despite Aisha's care for her mum, her  mum still saw as a problem. It got an extent when her brother stop taking care of her, because he already had his own family and the responsibility would be much with Aishas'. She said the best decision was for her to depart this cruel world to ano

The Senator representing Kogi West Senatorial District, Dino Melaye, has publicly told the Kogi State governor, Yaya Bello, to pay Civil Servants their salaries to celebrate Christmas. It was reported the Kogi State government has been owing the civil servants for several months and this has not gone well with civil servants of the State. During this Christmas season, the workers were expecting at least one month for the Yuletide period, but all to no avail. He has been told to pay regardless of how many months backlogs that are yet to be cleared. It was previously announced that the Federal government was planning to disburse bail out to states so as to clear the outstanding backlogs but no news of disbursement to that effect. We hope the Kogi State government finds a lasting solution to the endless suffering of the civil servants in the State as they approach the new year.

President Buhari has sent his deepest condolences to the families of Zamfara armed bandits victims. He has also authorized an assessment trip to Zamfara and Sokoto today and tomorrow, by the Chief of AIT Staff, in addition to ongoing Nigerian Defense and the Nigerian Police deployment of personnel. The President reassures residents of states plagued by armed bandits including Zamfara, Kaduna, Sokoto, Niger and Taraba,  that he will continue to ensure that security agencies work round  the clock to protect local population. President Buhari finally assured the people that these crimes against humanity will be brought to an end. The affect families hope the Federal government finds  a lasting solution to the nascent insurgency in those States.

Incessant killings of the students- Why Obafemi Awolowo Student's Union Government suspension should be lifted. The Student's Union Government has been the body elected by student to make sure the right person emerges in one port folio or the other. They are the eyes to the blind, the mouth to the dumb, ear to the deaf, leg to the lame. Read more .. Another robbery attack at Oduduwa Estate along Ede road, Ile Ife. Following the robbery attack that claimed the life of an Obafemi Awolowo University student, Abiodun Babatola, on December 22, 2018. Read more. . Reverse your hostel policy: Students lament as a 200l student of OBafemi Awolowo University loses his life. A young man was identified as Abiodun Babatola, a 200l Accounting student of the Obafemi Awolowo University Ile-Ife, in Osun State, has been reportedly murdered during a robbery attack  on December 22, 2018, in an hostel outside campus environment. Read more .. "Zamfara is su

The Student's Union Government has been the body elected by student to make sure the right person emerges in one port folio or the other. They are the eyes to the blind, the mouth to the dumb, ear to the deaf, leg to the lame. They are the  Representatives of the entire students of an institution. And they are also the mediators between the school management and the students. The Student's Union Government cannot be underestimated or downgraded as they are always strong if they are united in achieving a goal. From the times past, the Obafemi Awolowo University Student's Union Government has been an enforcer and a goal getter in terms of achieving what they want from the school management. They are united in spirit, strong in their belief, capable in strength and a quintessential aluta. They fight against any harsh policy being passed from the school management to the students, if seen as being detrimental academically, welfare wise, socially to m

Following the robbery attack that claimed the life of an Obafemi Awolowo University student, Abiodun Babatola, on December 22, 2018. Another robbery was said to have erupted at Oduduwa Estate alone Ede road, Ile Ife, in Osun State. The robbery attack occurred at the early hours of the Christmas Eve, at about 3am in the morning. Those who witnessed the robbery attack confirms that there was a sporadic shooting between the guards and the robbers. Fortunately, there was no lost of lives during the attack as there was a tight security from the guards. We hereby advice the management of Obafemi Awolowo University Ile Ife to build more hostels for the safety of her students to avoid any nascent insurgency from some deadly criminals.  Moreover, the Osun State government should fasten her security belt to avoid any security breach of the killers of peace in the state.

A young man was identified as Abiodun Babatola, a 200l Accounting student of the Obafemi Awolowo University Ile-Ife, in Osun State, has been reportedly murdered during a robbery attack  on December 22, 2018, in an hostel outside campus environment. It was revealed the young man was neither a cultist nor involved in any gang stuff, as he was known to be an innocent and easy going man. This lugubrious event has been predicted to have resulted from some following reasons. 1.) Suspended Student's Union Government Executives : It was revealed by the student of the prestigious University that the Student's Union Government Executives had been suspended at the early period of the period of the ongoing session. The absence of these ever relentless executives has been detrimental to the utmost welfarism of the students of the institution. 2.) Inadequate accommodation provided by the institution : This is one of the reasons for major cause of atrocities by some un

A writer, Chris Ngwodo, has clearly stated that Zamfara State is suffering from a triple jeopardy. He said"It is one of Nigeria's poorest States, and since 1999 has been led by a procession of venal cads that have excelled only at manipulating religious sensibilities. See Ahmed Sani  Bogus Sharia regimes and Yari's sermon on meningitis. "It is geographically, literally and figuratively on the fringes of the national consciousness. Like most border states (like Borno and Yobe), it is on the peripheral of government attention. Borno and Yobe also had a long history of suffering cross-border banditry before Boko Haram. "Zamfara is also largely rural, and as in other rural areas, there is scant presence of law enforcement assets. It has urge forested areas that have become ungoverned spaces. Remember the over 1000 lead poisoning death a few years due to the activities of illegal gold miners. "The state is also suffering from being part of B

Lagos State governor, Akinwunmi Ambode, witnessed brilliant rendition of songs by the children of Bethesda home of the blind. The Carol service was reported to be fun filled on as the governor and other invited guests danced during the carol. Ambode said "Again am convinced that there is ability in disability and I pray these lovely children  all continue to find happiness and the grace to maximize their talents." This caring act will forever remain indelible in the heart of the disabled children as they were showed great concern and love by the kindhearted governor. The members of the public have tagged Ambode "an amiable" governor following the transformation put up in their localities. The incumbent governor is expected to hand over to Tinubu's new heir, Babajide Sanwo-olu, of the All Progressive Congress, APC, come next year February 2019. He [Ambode] was reportedly knocked out of the APC primaries by Babajide to be the par