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Outrage grows over SARS menace, Osinbajo, others condemn killings, arrests, extortion

October 5, 2020October 5, 2020Olabanji AyoolaLeave a Comment

Nigerians don’t know difference between policemen and armed robbers – VP Save Nigerians from SARS killings, activist begs Buhari, National Assembly Inspector-General stops squad from patrols, checkpoints, stop-and-search, others There was outrage across the country on Sunday over the harassment, extortion and extra-judicial killings of innocent Nigerians by operatives of the Federal Special Anti-Robbery Squad, […]

Restructuring: Government won’t succumb to threats —Presidency

October 5, 2020October 5, 2020Olabanji AyoolaLeave a Comment

The Presidency on Sunday night reacted to recent calls by individuals and groups for the restructuring of the country, describing such calls as unwarranted and unpatriotic. The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Publicity, Garba Shehu, said this in a statement made available to journalists. The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian […]

Buhari at UN Summit, seeks elimination of nuclear weapons

October 3, 2020October 3, 2020Olabanji AyoolaLeave a Comment

Says Trafficking Potential Threat To International Security, Peace President Muhammadu Buhari yesterday called for the total elimination of nuclear weapons, warning that trafficking in nuclear materials remains a potential threat to international peace and security. In a video message to the United Nations (UN) high-level meeting to commemorate and promote the International Day for the […]

Nigerian lady found dead on UK beach in mysterious circumstances

October 2, 2020October 2, 2020Olabanji AyoolaLeave a Comment

The mother of 21-year-old Blessing Olusegun is demanding the cause of her daughter’s death whose body was found lying on a beach in East Sussex, a region in the United Kingdom, according to the Evening Standard. One of Olusegun’s close friends and a work colleague, Christiana Sofolabo, described her death as “mysterious.” However, the Sussex […]

Together, let us build a better Nigeria – Buhari

October 1, 2020October 1, 2020Olabanji AyoolaLeave a Comment

Fellow Nigerians I speak to you today as your President and fellow citizen on this epoch occasion of our country’s 60th independence Anniversary. As President, I wish to renew my appreciation to Nigerians for entrusting me with your hopes and aspirations for a better and greater Nigeria. 2. Today, it is my unique privilege to re-commit myself […]

Not a time for lamentation, please!

October 1, 2020October 1, 2020Olabanji AyoolaLeave a Comment

In this file photo taken on October 01, 2010 Nigerian soldiers march in Eagle Square during the celebrations to mark Nigeria’s 50th independence anniversary in Abuja. On October 1, 2020, Nigeria celebrates its 60th independence from Britain. (Photo by Pius Utomi EKPEI / AFP) By Martins Oloja Thank God, it is Thursday, October 1, 2020. Thank […]

Buhari at Nigeria’s 60th Independence Anniversary

October 1, 2020October 1, 2020Olabanji AyoolaLeave a Comment

The Nation

#RevolutionNow protest rocks Abuja

October 1, 2020October 1, 2020Olabanji AyoolaLeave a Comment

The Coalition for Revolution (CORE), the organisers of the #RevolutionNow protest, has held a peaceful protest in Abuja. The group led by a former presidential candidate and Omoyele Sowore, said the protest is against poor governance in the country. The protesters marched through Area 1 roundabout, chanting different songs with bearing placards with different inscriptions. […]

We need Nehemiah to rebuild Nigeria – Osinbajo

September 28, 2020September 28, 2020Olabanji AyoolaLeave a Comment

The Vice-President, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo, has warned that Nigeria may break up if efforts are not made to address the cracks. He said efforts to mend the crack may be opposed, but such opposition would be defeated with focus and consistent prayers. Osinbajo gave the warning on Sunday in Abuja at an interdenominational church service […]

Obasanjo, Osinbajo, governors celebrate Afenifere leader, Fasoranti at 95

September 26, 2020September 27, 2020Olabanji AyoolaLeave a Comment

By Banji Ayoola Former President Olusegun Obasanjo led eminent Nigerians on Friday to celebrate Afenifere leader, Chief Reuben Famuyide Fasoranti, who marked his 95th birthday with the launch of an autobiography “My Life: My Legacy” in Akure the Ondo State capital. Obasanjo, who chaired the ceremony, which held at the International Event Centre, The Dome, […]