Communications giant, Twitter, has explained why it selected Ghana as its African headquarters over Nigeria. The microblogging and social networking service provider, however, clarified Nigeria remains its target market though the office will be in Accra. Communications giant, Twitter, has explained why it selected Ghana as its African headquarters over Nigeria. Twitter has recently disclosed … Read more
The Presidency has reacted as communications giant, Twitter, yesterday announced the selection of Ghana as its African headquarters shunning Nigeria, despite over 2.5 million users – which is about third largest in the continent after Egypt and South Africa. In a swift reaction, Presidential spokesman, Mallam Garba Shehu, tweeted, “I pray Ghanaians would not allow … Read more
Nigeria’s politics is irritating because it’s not interested in solving the challenges of ordinary citizens. Former presidential aspirant Patrick Utomi says Nigeria is not heading towards the right direction, noting that the country is now in a perpetual quandary and crisis. Utomi issued the dispiriting and damning verdict when he spoke at the 26th Annual … Read more
By Simon Kolawole There was a time in my life when my biggest worry about the Nigerian union was the likelihood of a break-up. I worried about the process: would it be peaceful? I didn’t think so. No president would watch the country disintegrate under his watch without putting up a fight. But that would … Read more
Ghana, Senegal, Iran and Morocco are among the countries listed in the UK’s Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing (Amendment) (High-Risk Countries) As part of its post-Brexit restructuring, the UK has released a list of high-risk countries for money laundering. Nigeria didn’t make the cut as the country is exempted from the list which comprises 21 … Read more
“If human rights abuses were to go away, the possibility of a deeper relationship is possible.” It’s practically impossible for Nigeria to get assistance of any kind that will consolidate its fight against terror from the United States, John Campbell, a former U.S. ambassador to Nigeria, has said. Campbell disclosed that reports of alleged human … Read more
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) says Nigeria cannot stop borrowing, especially when it is necessary as it is part of fiscal responsibility. The CBN said there is no crime in borrowing, but that there should be monitoring and evaluation of the money borrowed and the purpose meant for. The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) … Read more
Several regions have tightened curbs on activities, including Maharashtra, the current epicentre of the epidemic and home to megacity Mumbai, which is set to enter a lockdown at the weekend. More than 700 million people across India faced coronavirus vaccine shortages on Thursday, local media reported, as infection numbers hit yet another daily record. AFP … Read more
The leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, has slammed Africa’s Richest businessman, Aliko Dangote, for allegedly exploiting Nigerians with the Dangote Cement Company. Kanu alleged that the Dangote Cement is sold cheaper in other countries while the price is doubled in Nigeria. The leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), … Read more
The former President of Nigeria, Dr Goodluck Ebele Jonathan, has said that Nigeria is where it is today because of its leadership style that puts family and friends, acquaintances over merit, ability and capability to deliver. The former President said for someone to be appointed to an office or given a responsibility in Nigeria, they … Read more
The senior pastor of Citadel Global Community Church, Lagos, Tunde Bakare, on Sunday said the state of Nigeria does not reflect President Muhammadu Buhari that he knows. Bakare said he is forced to speak out owing to what he described as Buhari’s legacy being confined to the unsavoury side of history. “I am compelled to … Read more
The Minister of Interior, Rauf Aregbesola, on Sunday, said applicants would soon begin to get Nigerian passports within 24 hours. The minister who made this known through a statement, added that passports would be issued in each of the 774 local government areas in the country to reduce the problem of getting it. Aregbesola stated … Read more
By Simon Kolawole Dissonance. Is that the right word to describe the contradiction between word and action? Like the man putting up a “No Smoking” sign while a slowly burning stick of cigarette is trapped between his lips? There are too many things I cannot understand about my country. They look so simple, so commonsensical … Read more
The new rule is embedded in the amended broadcasting code which was put in place to grow the industry – Lai Mohammed He added that Multichoice would no longer have the monopoly of broadcasting the English Premier League (EPL) and that NBC has been directed to implement a new rule. Minister of Information and Culture, … Read more
Nigeria is responsible for the highest illicit financial flow in Africa. No synergy in asset recovery by government agencies Transparency International (TI) says an estimated $5 billion stolen from Nigeria is frozen in accounts in foreign countries. This was disclosed on Monday in Abuja during a media workshop organised by the Civil Society Legislative Advocacy … Read more
A Yoruba elder statesman and Leader of the Ilana Omo Yoruba, Prof. Akintoye has issued warnings to Yoruba politicans canvassing for 2023 election, saying they should come to terms with what is currently in play in South-West Nigeria. He said the political jobbers under APC and PDP are dummies being used in action: “Any politician … Read more
The aegis of Yoruba self-determination groups known as ‘Ilana Omo Oodua’, has revealed plans to hold a one-million march rally in all Yoruba speaking states. The aegis of Yoruba self-determination groups known as ‘Ilana Omo Oodua’, has revealed plans to hold a one-million march rally in all Yoruba speaking states. In a statement issued on … Read more
The Governors of North-west region in Nigeria, have asked bandits and everyone hiding in the forests to leave or face the wrath of security agencies. The Governors of North-west region in Nigeria, have asked bandits and everyone hiding in the forests to leave or face the wrath of security agencies. This was announced by Katsina … Read more
Tony Nyiam, retired army colonel, has disclosed that Nigerian President, Muhammadu Buhari publicly revealed he is from the Niger Republic. The retired military officer, now a human rights activist, while speaking on the surge in herdsmen crisis, maintained that Buhari, who he admires, was his boss. Tony Nyiam, retired army colonel, has disclosed that Nigerian … Read more
A Fulani group known as Fulani Nationality Movement, FUNAM, has reportedly claimed responsibility for the attack on Governor Samuel Ortom of Benue State. The statement entitled: “Why we attacked Ortom” reads: “Our attention has been drawn to media reports today speculating about who attacked the Governor of Benue State, Samuel Ortom. A Fulani group known … Read more