Nigeria: Wike reacts to suspension of PDP Chairman, Iyorchia Ayu

Nigeria: Wike reacts to suspension of PDP Chairman, Iyorchia Ayu

The Executive Committee of the PDP in Igyorov Ward of Gboko Local Government Area of Benue State, suspended Ayu on Sunday, after passing a vote of no confidence on him for anti-party activities. Speaking on the issue, Wike who was a guest on Sunrise Daily, stated that he supports the move because Ayu played a major role in the colossal failure of the PDP in the 2023 general elections. “I am in support of the suspension,” Wike replied when asked if he was behind the actions of the PDP officials…

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NIGERIA: Lt Gen Oladipo Diya dies at 78

NIGERIA: Lt Gen Oladipo Diya dies at 78

Former Chief of General Staff under General Sani Abacha regime, Lt. General Oladipo Diya has died at 78. The news was announced in a statement issued by Barrister Prince Oyesinmilola Diya on behalf of the family. According to the statement, the late military leader died in the early hours of Sunday. The statement read: “On behalf of the entire Diya family home and abroad; We announce the passing on to Glory of our dear Husband,Father, Grandfather,brother, Lt- General Donaldson Oladipo Oyeyinka Diya (Rtd) GCON, LLB, BL, PSC, FSS, mni. “Our…

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Bode George, others declare ‘O to ge’ in Lagos, canvass support for Rhodes-Vivour

Bode George, others declare ‘O to ge’ in Lagos, canvass support for Rhodes-Vivour

A group of eminent citizens of Lagos State under the auspices of Omo Eko Pataki, on Thursday endorsed the candidature of the Labour Party Governorship candidate, Gbadebo Rhodes- Vivour, as the candidate to vote for in the Governorship election on Saturday. Membership of the group include Chief Bode George, General Tajudeen Olanrewaju (rtd), Dr. Aderemi Akintoye, Senator Kofoworola Bucknor- Akerele, Chief Olabode Oladeinde, Dr. Layi Ogunbambi and others. Moving the motion for the adoption of Rhodes-Vivour, Dr.Ogunbambi said by supporting the Labour Party candidate, the indigenes of the State will…

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Nigeria: Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour: I’ve Had Mentors, Not Godfathers

Nigeria: Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour: I’ve Had Mentors, Not Godfathers

The Labour Party gubanitarial candidate, Lagos State, Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, has disclosed that his ambition to occupy the state governorship seat is not backed by any godfather as claimed by the governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, Abdul-Azeez Olajide Adediran, popularly known as Jandor. Rhodes-Vivour revealed this on Thursday morning on Arise News. Jandor was quoted to have said on Tuesday that Rhodes-Vivour was being endorsed by godfathers such as the PDP chieftain, Chief Bode George. “I fought against godfatherism in the APC, Lagos. My refusal in recognising (Chief) Bode…

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Nigeria: Why 2023 election is the worst in Nigeria’s history — say’s Peter Obi

Nigeria: Why 2023 election is the worst in Nigeria’s history — say’s Peter Obi

The 2023 presidential election, according to Peter Obi, is the worst in Nigeria’s recent history and a setback in the democratic process. This was the Labour Party (LP) flag-bearer’s submission when he was featured on Channels Television’s Sunrise Daily on Thursday. His words; “We have seen probably what I consider the worst election in our recent history because of the Electoral law [Act] of 2022 which gave so much hope and the huge expenditure we put into technology. “Do you know what it means to spend over $1bn? So, there…

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EPRA, AWARDS 2023 NOMINATIONS NOW OPEN.

EPRA, AWARDS 2023 NOMINATIONS NOW OPEN.

EPRA, AWARDS 2023 NOMINATIONS NOW OPEN. After five successful years, the Annual EPRA, Leadership and Entrepreneurial Awards is back and we are excited to open nominations in various categories. Nominations will remain open until Friday 23rd June 2023, all shortlisted individuals will then be invited to the Awards Dinner & Ceremony on Friday 29th September 2023. EPRA Leadership and Entrepreneurial Awards is set to be bigger and better than ever. The evening is set out to celebrate outstanding leaders and remarkable organisations which have shown exemplary leadership core values, norms,…

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Private sector receives N1.18trn new loans in Q1 2022

Private sector receives N1.18trn new loans in Q1 2022

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has said, bank credit to the private sector rose to N36.37 trillion as of March 2022, representing N1.18 trillion net new loans to the real sector in the first quarter of the year. The banking sector has been encouraged by the CBN to continue to inject funds into the real sector of the economy in order to promote growth and ensure recovery from the recession witnessed during the covid-19 lockdown in 2020. The monetary policy committee of the Central Bank during the 284th MPC…

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Tinubu Returns to Nigeria, Receives N100million APC Nomination Form.

Tinubu Returns to Nigeria, Receives N100million APC Nomination Form.

The National Leaders of All Progressives Congress, Bola Tinubu, has returned to Nigeria after three days in Saudi Arabia for Umrah (lesser hajj). Tinubu on Saturday was seen posing with the N100milion nomination and expression of interest forms of the ruling party bought for him to pursue the 2023 presidential contest, which he described as his “lifelong ambition”. Tinubu arrived last night after completing his lesser hajj in Mecca. On Saturday, he showed his nomination form, which had been picked up by his supporters’ group, led by James Faleke, a…

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EPRA, LEADERSHIP AND ENTREPRENEURIAL AWARDS NOMINATIONS NOW OPEN.

EPRA, LEADERSHIP AND ENTREPRENEURIAL AWARDS NOMINATIONS NOW OPEN.

After four successful years, the Annual EPRA, Leadership and Entrepreneurial Awards is back and we are excited to open nominations into 13 categories. Nominations will remain open until Friday 24th June 2022 All shortlisted individuals will then be invited to the Awards Dinner & Ceremony on Friday 23rd September 2022. Leadership and Entrepreneurial Awards is set to be bigger and better than ever. The evening is set out to celebrate outstanding leaders and remarkable organisations which have shown exemplary leadership core values, norms, characteristics and continuing commitment to leadership excellence….

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THE FIRST CLASS MONARCH ‘OBA LAMIDI ADEYEMI III’, THE ALAAFIN OF OYO IS DEAD.

THE FIRST CLASS MONARCH ‘OBA LAMIDI ADEYEMI III’, THE ALAAFIN OF OYO IS DEAD.

The first class monarch, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi, the Alaafin of Oyo, has joined his ancestors at the late hours of Friday at the Afe Babalola University Teaching Hospital, Ado Ekiti, South-West Nigeria. According to the palace source, the body of the deceased was brought to Oyo town in the early hours of Saturday and traditional rites begins. He was 83 years old and the longest reigning Alaafin ever, having ruled for 52 years. The Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde, is expected to make an official announcement upon receiving the…

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