There was a phenomenon that dominated the Nigerian political space in 2015. It was there at the dawn of the year, rocked the space in the first quarter and endured even as the curtain fell on the year. This phenomenon became emotive as the country moved closer to the general elections, determining to a large…
Buhari’s Presentation Of 2016 Budget To The National Assembly ( Full Text )
PROTOCOLS I am honoured and privileged to present the 2016 Budget proposal. This is my first address before this joint session of the National Assembly. I have come here today, not only to address members of the National Assembly, but also to speak directly to the men and women who placed us here. I know…
Blatter Vows To Challenge FIFA Ban
Sepp Blatter, the embattled FIFA president has vowed to contest his 8-year ban by the FIFA’s ethics committee. During a press conference held in Zurich on Monday, Blatter said he is being treated like a “punching ball” and maintained he was still the FIFA President and a man of principles. “I will always repeat that.…
Rivers: Appeal Court Upholds Tribunal Ruling, Orders Fresh Poll
An Appeal Court in Abuja has upheld the judgment of the Rivers State election petition tribunal which nullified the election of Nyesom Wike as governor of the state. The three-man Court of Appeal panel struck out the appeal of Nyesom Wike seeking a dismissal of the judgment of the Rivers election petition tribunal which sacked…
Food Crisis Hits Bonny, Rivers Communities
By Emmanuel Obe Community leaders from Bonny and neighbouring communities of Andoni and Opobo have lamented that sea pirates have grounded economic and social activities in the Rivers State riverine communities. The Youth Leader of Bonny Local Government Area, Mr Simeon Wilcox, said in Port Harcourt on Monday that the sea pirates attack…
Saw palmetto’s help for prostate
It is not really a known plant in Nigeria, but those who take herbal supplements must have read about it in their prescription. Saw palmetto, or Serenoa repens, is a palm-like shrub or small tree native to the Southeastern United States. The plant, with its white flowers and berries, which is yellow in colour, turns…
When Eating Insects is Beneficial
Eating insects may be seen by many as an unhealthy venture, but not all insects are bad. In fact, some insects have been found to be the veritable source of protein, and as livestock feed could help alleviate the looming crisis of nearly 1 billion people who regularly go hungry. It has also been noted…
Keshi Loses Wife
Stephen Keshi, former Super Eagles coach, has lost his wife, Kate, to death. Reports say the woman died of cancer in the United States of America. Reacting to the loss, Keshi, said. “She is more like a sister to me and was the rock behind me and everything I do.” The Nigeria football federation has…
Kogi Lawmakers Sack Speaker, other Leaders
The political crisis in Kogi State turned a new face on Thursday as members of the State House of Assembly impeached Jimoh Lawal, the speaker of eh House. He was impeached alongside Ali Akuh his deputy speaker, and Hassan Bello minority leader. Seventeen of the 25 lawmakers present supported the motion to impeach the affected…
British High Commission Hosts Winners of 2015 Future Awards
The British High Commission in Nigeria has hosted winners and nominees of The Future Awards Africa 2015 to a reception at his residence. The reception which was held on Monday was anchored at the residence of the Ray Kyles, British Deputy High Commission. “We at the British High Commission understand the importance of recognizing the…
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