Ukraine War: Kyiv Attacked By ‘Kamikaze Drones’, Say Officials
Russia has hit Ukraine with a wave of attacks, including Iranian-made “kamikaze” drones on the capital, Kyiv. The strikes hit critical infrastructure in three regions, cutting off electricity in hundreds of villages across the country, according to Prime Minister Denys Shmygal. Several people have been killed, says the Ukrainian interior minister. A week ago, the […]
Oyebanji Assumes Office As Ekiti Governor
Mr. Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji of All Progressives Congress (APC) has assumed office as the new governor of Ekiti State, with the promise to make his office accessible to the people. Abiodun Oyebanji takes over as Ekiti governor.Yesterday, the change of leadership in Ekiti State was finally completed with Mr. Abiodun Ayobami Oyebanji taking over from […]
Gov. Oyebanji Appoints SSG, CPS, Freezes State Accounts
The new Governor of Ekiti State, Hon. Biodun Oyebanji, yesterday appointed Dr. Habibat Adubiaro, as the Secretary to the State Government. In the same vein, Oyebanji appointed Mr. Yinka Oyebode as the Chief Press Secretary. These were confined in separate statements signed by the Head of Service, Mr. Bamidele Agbede, on Sunday. The appointments, […]
I’m Confident Of Winning The 2023 Presidential Election-Tinubu
The All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential candidate, Sen. Bola Tinubu has expressed his confidence in winning the 2023 presidential election. Tinubu made the declaration while speaking at the 7th edition of the Kaduna Investment Summit on Saturday in Kaduna. He pledged to solve all the challenges confronting the country, if elected president, adding: “I’m confidently […]
Atiku Abubakar: I Have Enough Experience To Address Nigeria’s Challenges
The Presidential Candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and former Vice President, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar has said he understands the challenges of Nigeria and has amassed enough experience to handle the challenges. He reiterated that building economic prosperity in Nigeria will be a mirage without unity and national security. The Wazirin Adamawa assured that […]
El-Rufai: The Future Belongs To The Youths
Governor Nasir El-Rufai of Kaduna state has pointed out that the future of Nigeria is in the hands of young people and entrepreneurs, so they must acquire skills for the task ahead. The governor who was accompanied by his Deputy Governor, Dr. Hadiza Balarabe and senior government officials to commission FaLGates Rice Mill on Friday, […]
Iran’s Celebrities Face Reprisals For Supporting Protests
Singers, actors, sports stars — the list goes on. Iranian celebrities have been startlingly public in their support for the massive anti-government protests shaking their country. And the ruling establishment is lashing back. Celebrities have found themselves targeted for arrest, have had passports confiscated and faced other harassment. Among the most notable cases is that […]
Evin Prison Fire: Several Dead After Fire At Iran’s Notorious Detention Centre
Four prisoners have died and 61 have been injured following a major fire at Iran’s notorious Evin prison, according to an Iranian state news agency. Sources inside the prison – which is known for housing political prisoners – have told BBC Persian the number of casualties is higher. Videos shared online showed flames and smoke […]
China Congress: Xi Jinping Doubles Down On Zero-Covid As Meeting Opens
China’s President Xi Jinping signalled there would be no immediate loosening of his controversial zero-Covid strategy as a historic Communist Party congress opened in Beijing. In a break in decades-long tradition, delegates are likely to hand Mr Xi a third term as party chief. Zero-Covid was a “people’s war to stop the spread of the […]
Zamfara Govt Shut Down Private Media Houses For Covering PDP Rally
The Zamfara State government has mandated the closure of all federal and private media houses in the state for covering a Peoples Democratic Party rally. Consequently, the commissioner of police in the state has been directed to arrest all journalists who attended the event. The order was announced by the state commissioner for information, Malam […]
