News – The News Chronicle
WEB4 days ago · Governor Malam Umar Namadi of Jigawa State has sworn in the 27 newly elected local government chairmen, all of whom are members of the All Progressive Congress (APC), and delivered a stern warning to them about their conduct in office, on Monday. The chairmen, elected on Saturday, have been instructed to steer clear of any involvement in illegal land dealings, particularly concerning land ...
Unknown Gunmen Attack Plateau State, Pregnant Woman Killed …
WEB1 hour ago · Unknown Gunmen have killed a pregnant woman and injured two others in the Jol community of the Riyom local government area. The attack occurred on Thursday at approximately 3:00 PM when the victims, Davou Raymond and his pregnant wife, Favour Raymond, were returning from an antenatal clinic in Sho. They were traveling on a motorcycle along the Sho to Jol Road when they were ambushed by ...
Abuja High Court Issues Summons for Former Kogi Governor Bello …
WEB1 hour ago · A High Court in Abuja has issued a public summons for former Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello, to appear in court on November 14, 2024. Bello is facing allegations of money laundering and corruption, with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) accusing him of fraud totaling N110.4 billion. Despite previous attempts by the EFCC to arrest Bello, political interference has ...
Governor Zulum Commissions New Housing for Teachers and …
WEB2 hours ago · The Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum has demonstrated his commitment to improving the welfare of teachers and expanding educational opportunities in Southern Borno on Thursday. The governor recently commissioned 10 fully furnished two-bedroom flats for teachers at Government Senior Secondary School (GSS) Buratai. This initiative aims to provide educators with comfortable living ...
National – The News Chronicle
WEBSep 18, 2024 · There is a need for a review of the criminal justice system administration in Nigeria so that victims of crime are no longer treated as mere witnesses when they are injured. Chairman of the Police Service Commission, DIG Hashimu Argungu, made the call during a Review and Validation Workshop on the Draft Toolkit for Enhancing the Capacity of Police Oversight Bodies held in Abuja. The United ...
JUST IN: Senate Faces Challenges on Enforcing Financial …
WEBThe Senate encountered issues regarding the enforceability of financial autonomy granted to the 774 local government councils by the Supreme Court in August 2024. Senator …
This Time Next Year! – The News Chronicle
WEBSep 28, 2024 · In the midst of Nigeria's complex economic and political landscape, meaningful conversations become crucial catalysts for change. My recent discussion with Bolade Agbola, a distinguished Agricultural Economist, stockbroker, banker and Business Administration doctorate holder, offered invaluable perspectives on the country's pressing challenges. As we delved into the intricacies of Nigeria's ...
Business – The News Chronicle
WEBThe presidential explanation for Coca-Cola's 2021 decision to withdraw from its $1 billion, five-year investment commitment to Nigeria has been made clear. Mr John Murphy, …
Monday – The News Chronicle
WEBSep 16, 2024 · When Professor Sam Amadi, Director of the Abuja School of Social and Political Thought, and veteran public analyst, requested that I make a presentation on the subject of ECOWAS Standby Force (ESF) in the fight against violent conflicts and terrorism in the sub-region, I did not need to be persuaded before I accepted. Among other reasons, I am the editor-in-chief of the Journal of African ...
3 Killed, 5 Injured as Fresh Violence Erupts Between Anambra ...
WEBSep 10, 2024 · Three persons have been confirmed killed and five others critically injured, after a violent crisis that ensued between youths of Enugwu-Ukwu and Nawfia communities, both in Njikoka Council Area of Anambra State. The deceased persons said to be from Isionye village, Enugwu-Ukwu, were alleged to have been murdered on Monday, by individuals suspected to be from the Nawfia community. Among the ...