The Delta State Government has faulted construction company, O’Spaces Nigeria Limited over the collapsed building along Okpanam Road in the Asaba area of the state. The Delta State Ministry of Urban Renewal, in conjunction with the Delta State Urban and Regional Planning Board, conducted a thorough investigation into the incident and concluded that O Space was culpable for the avoidable …

Gov Rotimi Akeredolu ● Mulls far-reaching changes in cabinet, others The news of the return of ailing Governor of Ondo State, Arakunrin Rotimi Akeredolu, to the country from Germany has been conflictual. While a report published on August 31, 2023 by a section of the media said that Akeredolu had returned quietly to Ibadan from Germany, another report credited to …

Africa’s Global Bank, United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc has assured customers of a memorable summer treat with the recent launch of exclusive benefits and discounts tied to its cards during this period.   Tagged, the #FunSummer campaign, customers are set to enjoy a wide range of privileges and savings between now and  the end of August 2023, and this …

A recent survey by this newspaper unveiling a startling reality that although the 36 states of the federation got the sum of N3.16 trillion in 2022, as against N2.42 trillion in 2021, from the Federations Accounts Allocations Committee (FAAC), there is nothing to justify the staggering amount, is worrisome. With reference to data from the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), …

The African Civil Society Forum (AFRICSOF) has cautioned the Ondo State House of Assembly against plot to impeach the state’s Deputy Governor, saying such move will face “steadfast resistance from the people.” The rights group, however, called for enthronement of rule of law and cautioned politicians  to desist from activities that may detribalize Nigerian democracy. There have been reported political …

ICPC Prof. Bolaji Owasanoye The Chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and other related offences Commission (ICPC), Prof. Bolaji Owasanoye says enforcement alone cannot get rid of corruption in Nigeria. Owasanoye said eradicating corruption would require attitudinal change and promotion of core societal values. The chairman, represented by Mr Hassan Mohammed, the Resident Anti-Corruption Commissioner in Kaduna State, said this …

Former Chelsea and Real Madrid forward Eden Hazard has announced his retirement from football at the age of 32. Hazard, who won the Premier League twice during his time at Stamford Bridge, revealed the news on social media on Tuesday. “You must listen to yourself and stay stop at the right time,” he wrote. “After 16 years and more than …

In the heart of Kebbi state, a remarkable Islamic cleric and scholar, Sheikh Abubakar Giro, has left an indelible mark on the spiritual landscape. Born in the serene Argungu local government area of Kebbi state, Sheikh Abubakar Giro’s journey into the world of Islamic scholarship is a testament to his unwavering dedication to the faith. Sheikh Giro embarked on his …

Napoli boss Rudi Garcia is under increasing pressure after a poor start to the season, with Antonio Conte among rumoured potential replacements. A meeting at Napoli on Monday between president Aurelio De Laurentiis, Garcia and other club officials resulted in a decision to openly consider whether the French coach is the right man for the job, Sky Sport Italia has …

The Commander, Army Headquarters Garrison (AHQ Gar), Maj.-Gen Koko Isoni, on Thursday inaugurated a General Court Martial to try 14 officers and nine soldiers alleged to have breached different provisions of the Armed Forces Act. The court martial was convened at the Scorpion Officer’ Mess, Asokoro Abuja, pursuant to the powers conferred on him by Section 131 (2) (d) of …