The implementation of Nigeria’s nuclear power programme has reached the first of three milestones in line with the International Atomic Energy Agency approach. As such, the country is now ready to undertake the significant work necessary to prepare for ordering … read more
On assumption of office May 29, 2007 as Nigeria’s third democratically elected President, Alhaji Umar Musa Yar’Adua made adherence to the rule of law a mantra of his administration. It was a needed breather considering the raw deal the polity … read more
One person was reported dead and no fewer than 20 others sustained gun shot and machete injuries in Bayelsa State yesterday following clashes between supporters of Deputy Governor Peremobowei Ebebi and Commissioner of Conflict Resolution and Youth Affairs, Bekes Etifa … read more
Vice President Goodluck Jonathan Saturday described as ‘false in its entirety’ a local newspaper report that he is under pressure to resign from office. The Vice President also regretted that President Umaru Yar’Adua’s illness’ has been blown out of all … read more
“There are some rumours about some stories, but let me assure Nigerians that the president is okay. We spoke before he left this country and we have been speaking. So, discountenance any form of false rumours being spread by mischievous … read more
Sustained investigation into the alleged multi-billion sleaze in the banking industry by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission {EFCC} has reportedly revealed an alleged fresh N50 billion scam involving a wanted former Group Managing Director and sacked five directors of … read more
A Nigerian Oil Vessel, christened “African Prince,” has been intercepted by a joint security surveillance of the Ghana Air Force and the Navy in Tema. The vessel, which carried 5,200 metric tonnes of fuel was intercepted at about 15 nautical … read more
Recent reports on the health situation of Nigerian president Mr. Umaru Yar’Adua pose a problem for Nigeria’s constitution, as a case of a sudden demise would mean, Vice President Goodluck Jonathan, who is a southerner, would take over as president. … read more
The Nigeria police have dismissed the officer who went wild and killed two children at a hospital in the South-west city of Ibadan Wednesday, after learning of the death of his daughter at the hospital. ”I have ordered the immediate … read more
With the last hurdle scaled, Nigeria’s largest commercial airline Arik Air is set to launch a non-stop Lagos-New York flight Sunday, the airline said in a statement here. An issued raised by the US Customs and Border Protection Monday had … read more