Gov Lawal recommits to rescuing Zamfara, as Keyamo flags-off construction of Gusau Int’l Airport
Aviation
June 21, 2024
Gov Lawal recommits to rescuing Zamfara, as Keyamo flags-off construction of Gusau Int’l Airport
By IBRAHIM KANOMA,, Gusau The DEFENDER repoets that Governor of Zamfara State, Alhaji Dauda Lawal, has restated his commitment to…
Gov Yusuf oders eviction of deposed Emir Aminu Bayero from Nasarawa Emirs’ Cemetery
General News
June 21, 2024
Gov Yusuf oders eviction of deposed Emir Aminu Bayero from Nasarawa Emirs’ Cemetery
*Directs immediate revonation of the property *As court validates Emirates Law 2024 *News Analysis: Federal High Court affirms Ado Bayero’s…
Federal High Court declares Kano Emirates (Repeal) Law 2024 valid but voids Governor’s action – Justice Liman
General News
June 20, 2024
Federal High Court declares Kano Emirates (Repeal) Law 2024 valid but voids Governor’s action – Justice Liman
*Acknowledges Kano govt was not served court order at time of Sanusi’s reinstatement but… *Reactions and issues ahead of ruling…
DEFENDER ROYALTY: My only worry always is what would I say to God on the Day of Judgment if I’m part of a process that makes life difficult for my people – Emir of Kano, Sanusi II
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June 20, 2024
DEFENDER ROYALTY: My only worry always is what would I say to God on the Day of Judgment if I’m part of a process that makes life difficult for my people – Emir of Kano, Sanusi II
*Tells how previous government created current crisis *Says the people of Kano never asked to be divided but one person…
Don’t use judiciary to set Kano ablaze, NNPP says in ‘strong appeal’ to APC
General News
June 20, 2024
Don’t use judiciary to set Kano ablaze, NNPP says in ‘strong appeal’ to APC
*Accusing ruling party of using emirship as tool to cause trouble By KEMI KASUMU The New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP)…
SEforAll Board approves re-appointment of Damilola Ogunbiyi for 2nd 5-year term
Africa
June 20, 2024
SEforAll Board approves re-appointment of Damilola Ogunbiyi for 2nd 5-year term
*Ms. Ogunbiyi becomes first CEO to be renewed for a second five-year term …reflecting tremendous results and impact under her…
Sultan of Sokoto, ex-President Buhari, others mourn late mother of former Senate President
General News
June 20, 2024
Sultan of Sokoto, ex-President Buhari, others mourn late mother of former Senate President
By BASHIR ADEFAKA The Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, and immediate past President of the Federal Republic of…
88-year-old mother of ex-Senate President Saraki is dead
General News
June 20, 2024
88-year-old mother of ex-Senate President Saraki is dead
By KEMI KASUMU Madam Florence Morenike Saraki, mother of former Senate President Bukola Saraki, is dead. She reportedly died in…
Fubara directs Administrative Heads to take charge of Rivers Local Government Councils
General News
June 20, 2024
Fubara directs Administrative Heads to take charge of Rivers Local Government Councils
The Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has directed heads of administration in the 23 Local Government Areas in the state…
Hit by Kwankwaso’s warning message, APC reacts
General News
June 20, 2024
Hit by Kwankwaso’s warning message, APC reacts
*Says he is a threat to security By KEMI KASUMU The message by National Leader of the opposition New Nigeria…