Zimbabwean Pastor who challenged Mugabe granted bail
Africa
February 8, 2017
Zimbabwean Pastor who challenged Mugabe granted bail
A Zimbabwean Court on Wednesday granted bail to a prominent pastor who gained international attention after launching a social media…
‘I was given N200 to detonate explosive’
General News
February 8, 2017
‘I was given N200 to detonate explosive’
An 18-year-old Boko Haram would-be suicide bomber, Amina, who was intercepted by men of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence…
FEC approves N21bn for Ilorin-Kabba Road project
Economy
February 8, 2017
FEC approves N21bn for Ilorin-Kabba Road project
The Federal Executive Council on Wednesday approved N21 billion for the construction of the Ilorin-Omu Aran-Kabba Road, Section I. The…
DSS tenders N54m allegedly recovered from Justice Ademola’s residence
Anti-Corruption War
February 8, 2017
DSS tenders N54m allegedly recovered from Justice Ademola’s residence
An operative of the Department of State Service, Mr Umar Ahmed, on Wednesday at an FCT High Court, Maitama, tendered…
Fayose’s unguarded comments “worrisome, shameful”, laments PDP chieftain
General News
February 8, 2017
Fayose’s unguarded comments “worrisome, shameful”, laments PDP chieftain
People’s Democratic Party (PDP) chieftain in Ekiti State, Opeyemi Falegan, has described as “worrisome and shameful” alleged disrespect and arrogance…
4 Southern Kaduna communities hold peace dialogue
General News
February 8, 2017
4 Southern Kaduna communities hold peace dialogue
Four Communities in the Southern Kaduna on Wednesday engaged in dialogue to find lasting solutions to the lingering crisis their…
Zazzau emir begs forgiveness after 42-year reign
General News
February 8, 2017
Zazzau emir begs forgiveness after 42-year reign
Emir of Zazzau, Alhaji Shehu Idris, spent moments at events to mark his 42nd year on the throne, begging the…
CAN replies Lai Mohammed over comments on killings in Southern Kaduna
Christianity
February 8, 2017
CAN replies Lai Mohammed over comments on killings in Southern Kaduna
The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has accused information minister Lai Mohammed of disparaging Christian leaders and covering up attacks…
Rivers Rerun: Nigeria Police recovers N111 million from 23 ‘corrupt’ INEC officials
Africa
February 8, 2017
Rivers Rerun: Nigeria Police recovers N111 million from 23 ‘corrupt’ INEC officials
*Wike denies allegation despites audio proof he compromised INEC officials *IGP to forward report, recommendation on Rivers electoral violence AGF…
Avoid comments that can lead to religious war, FG warns religious leaders
Christianity
February 7, 2017
Avoid comments that can lead to religious war, FG warns religious leaders
The Federal Government, yesterday, pleaded with religious leaders to avoid comments which can lead to religious war. It also clarified…