Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, has described the Governor of the Year award received by the Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, as well deserved recognition for a leader who has done so well for his state. The SGF also called on Nigerians to join hands with the present administration of President Bola Ahmed ... Read More »
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“Celebrating the Storied Journey: A Tribute to Governor Alex Otti at 59” By Kazie Uko
Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex C. Otti, OFR, turns 59 Sunday, February 18, 2024. This might come to many as a surprise considering that the name, Alex Otti, has been ringing a bell for a long time, more persistently and loudly in the last 10 years, the period within which he threw his hat into the ring of politics to ... Read More »
“Remembering Herbert Wigwe: A Legacy of Leadership and Trust” By Femi Adeniran
As corporate affairs officer, I had accompanied Aig and Herbert who were Executive Directors at GTB (before it became GTBank) then, to pay a courtesy visit to Governor Bola Ahmed Tinubu in his Alausa Office. I have read eulogies by former GTBank colleagues, and AccessBank staff (past and present) and all point out at the same thing. Herbert Wigwe was ... Read More »
Prince Segun Akanni Unveils Grand Plans for Pan-Afrika Drum Festival 2024 in Canada
……Says The Festival Will Be Celebrated In Commemoration Of Canadian Multiculturalism Day In Grand Style Still basking in the euphoria of a successful hosting of the maiden edition of the Drum Festival on July 28, 2023, organiser of the event, The Drum Online Media Incorporation is preparing to host the second edition with the theme; “Exploring the Dynamism of African ... Read More »
Dabiri-Erewa hails Ahmed Musa for being a great mentor, philanthropist
Feb. 15, 2024: Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa Chairman/CEO Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) has commended Super Eagles Captain, Ahmed Musa for being an exemplary Nigerian Diaspora and a great mentor of Nigerians youths. Speaking while receiving the football player and his delegation in Abuja, Dabiri-Erewa stated that the player has heeded to the mandate of being a good Ambassador, remembering the ... Read More »
“Rising Tide of Regicide: The Disturbing Pattern of Monarch Murders in Nigeria” By Dr. Muiz Banire
Insecurity in Nigeria has assumed a new dimension. The crisis is not entirely new as the country has been, for a scary length of time, embroiled in the ugly spate of violence, blood-letting and unresolved murders. These three evils, in many cases, are associated with kidnapping for ransom but now it is becoming more threatening as it is assuming a ... Read More »
“Navigating the Naira Storm: Olayemi Cardoso Grapples with Economic Challenges”. By Tunde Rahman
Those who know Mr. Olayemi Cardoso will agree he got his current job as the Governor of Central Bank of Nigeria on a platter of solid professional background and strong personal attributes. His pedigree is rich as his character is unsullied. Cardoso had a remarkable private sector career where he shone brilliantly in banking, stockbroking and consulting. Cardoso also came ... Read More »
Major Kidnapping Syndicate Busted! Ekiti Police Commissioner Announces Arrests and Neutralization
I welcome you all on behalf of the Officers and Men of Ekiti State Police Command to today’s press briefing that is aimed at informing the general public and showcasing the Command’s latest achievement under my leadership as the Commissioner of Police This recent breakthrough was made possible through the dogged effort of our gallant men of the Rapid Response ... Read More »
“Nigerian Lawmakers Propose Transition from Presidential to Parliamentary System: What You Need to Know”. -Dr Olukayode Ajulo
The power to amend the Nigerian Constitution is vested in the National Assembly, which consists of the Senate and the House of Representatives, as specified in Section 9 of the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (as amended). Additionally, the 36 State Houses of Assembly also have the authority to participate in the amendment process. Hence, the presentation ... Read More »
“Pastor Osagie Ize-Iyamu Shocks APC: Withdraws from Edo Governorship Race Days Before Primary Election”
Pastor Osagie Ize-Iyamu announces his withdrawal from Edo governorship race after success in his pre-primary screening. With less than 24 hours to the primary election of the All Progressives Congress (APC), to elect its flag bearer for the 21 September governorship election in Edo State, a frontline aspirant of the party, Pastor Osagie Ize-Iyamu, has formerly withdrawn from the race. ... Read More »