FCMB MD, Nuru Goes On Leave As Probe Begins
The Managing Director, First City Monument Bank Limited, FCMB, Adam Nuru, has volunteered to go on leave to enable the bank to investigate the paternity allegations against him. This was disclosed in a statement by the bank on Tuesday. The statement read, “We are aware of several stories circulating across several media platforms about our bank’s Managing Director, Adam Nuru; a...
Kukah Speaks Again, Says Wounds Of Civil War Yet To Be Healed
The Bishop of Sokoto Diocese, Matthew Hassan Kukah, Thursday, said that the wounds of the civil war have not been healed. This is coming days after a Muslim group slammed him, accusing him of incitement with his Christmas message in which he took a swipe at President Muhammadu Buhari over poor performance. Kukah spoke at a zoom meeting organized by Dele...
COVID-19: FG Hints At Second Nationwide Lockdown
Nigerian’s Covid-19 Presidential Task Force has called on citizens to adhere to the protocols to prevent another nationwide lockdown. The task force in a press briefing called on citizens to prevention a priority as the country is in a difficult situation with rises in Covid-19 cases. Chairman of the Taskforce Boss Mustapha has called on citizens to take responsibilities and balance...
“No Going Back On Seven-Day Ultimatum To Herdsmen” — Ondo State Govt
Government of Ondo State has vowed not to rescind the ultimatum issued to herdsmen to vacate its forest reserve within seven days The Special Adviser to governor Rotimi Akeredolu on Security matters, Alhaji Jimoh Dojumo said the state government was determined to put an end to kidnapping and killings in the state. Dojumo insisted that “those perpetrating the heinous act...
FEC Approves 65Years Retirement Age For Teachers
The Federal Executive Council, on Wednesday, approved the Harmonized Retirement Age for Teachers Bill, 2021. The bill, among other recommendations, seeks to change the retirement age of teachers in the country from 60 to 65. It also seeks to change the years of service for teachers from 35 to 40. The approval was given at a meeting of the council presided over...
Herdsmen: Protesters Storm Akure Over Akeredolu’s Order
Pro-Akeredolu supporters hit the streets of Akure, the State capital on Thursday to show their support for the governor’s order, the protesters carried placards urging Governor Rotimi Akeredolu not to back down on his directive. The protesters, who were armed with placards with various inscriptions, said if the current state of insecurity was not quickly checked, it might lead to...
Senator Kalu Mourns Eze Enweremadu
Former Governor of Abia State and Chief Whip of the Senate, Dr. Orji Kalu has described the passing of His Royal Highness, Dr. Bernard Enweremadu, Eze Ukwu of Ngwaland as a huge loss to Abia state and Nigeria in general. Extolling the virtues of the late monarch, Kalu stressed that the deceased used his position and resources to advance the...
“I Am Cool With Whoever Is Cool With Me” – BBNaija Ka3na
BBNaija star, Ka3na has said she has no bad blood with any of the ex-housemates. Ka3na in her question and answer session on Instagram today had her fans questioning her about her relationship with the ex-housemates since she has kept her distance after the reality show. Not much is seen of her with them and that has raised eyebrows. READ ALSO:...
Abducted Kaduna seminary students regain freedom
The Good Shepherd Major Seminary, Kaduna, said three of its students abducted on Jan. 9, have been released by their captors. Rev. Fr. Joel Usman, Registrar of the Seminary, who announced their release in a brief statement on Friday in Kaduna, however, said one student is still at large. “One is still at large. We thank you our brothers and sisters for...
Policewoman arrested for grabbing mechanic’s genitals while in detention
A policewoman, who allegedly clutched the private parts of a mechanic, Ikwunado Chima, while he was being tortured in detention has been arrested and detained by the Rivers State Police Command. The late Chima met his untimely death in police custody on December 23, 2019, four days after he was arrested. It was gathered that the policewoman, who was only identified...
