The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) had described the condemnation of deregulation policy of the federal government by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and it’s Presidential candidate at the last general election, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar as the the height of hypocrisy. The party also noted that Atiku’s outburst revealed his two-facedness and portrayed him “as […]
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APC govs commend Buhari over P&ID judgement, economy, others
The governors of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) have commended President Muhammadu Buhari for successfully getting the UK Commercial Court to order stay of execution, which also suspends any penalty against Nigeria in respect of the $9.6 billion Process and Industrial Development (P&ID) debt judgement against Nigeria. The Progressive Governors Forum (PGF) also commended […]
Northern patriots laud PMB, others over security improvements across 19 states
Some well-meaning Nigerians, under the auspices of Northern Patriots (NP), have hailed President Muhammadu Buhari and the Security Chiefs for the improved security in 19 northern states across the nation. According to the group, the series of meetings held between the president and the Service/ Security Chiefs has triggered a remarkable turnaround with troops dominating […]
Boko Haram: GAW applauds Buhari, Biu Emirate on contribution to peace in Borno
The Global Amnesty Watch (GAW) says the combined efforts of President Muhammadu Buhari and the Biu Emirate is responsible for the relative peace and tranquillity being enjoyed in most parts of Borno State. The GAW said it came to this conclusion after embarking on an assessment tour of the state together with civil society groups […]
Parts of Borno more peaceful than Rome- Human rights activist, Ikpa says
Human Rights Activist, Comrade Isaac Ikpa, has described the current peace and security being enjoyed in parts of Borno State as comparable to what is obtainable in Rome and other peace capitals of the world. Ikpa said he is making the comparison based on what has been achieved in terms of peace and security in […]
PMB and the NorthEast: Giving credit when due
Abubakar Gana PhD Indeed these are interesting times in Nigeria. I am sad as well as happy for the revelations regarding the commitment of the Federal Government in the prosecution of the war against terrorism. For far too long, we have been fed with various tales from North-East Nigeria so much so that Nigerians do […]
Follow Rule of Law, Group Tells Aggrieved Delta Community
The Save Humanity Advocacy Centre (SHAC) has charged the aggrieved community of Idumuje Ugboko of Aniocha North Local Government Area of Delta State to follow the rule of law. The group in a report compiled following some tour of the community said in humanitarian considerations and the temple of justice, equity and fairness, it’s very […]
Fuel, Electricity Hike: Hold appointees responsible for outcry, group tells PMB
The National Conscience Group (NCG) has urged President Muhammadu Buhari to hold his appointees responsible for the outcry that has trailed some of his administration’s policies and programs. The NCG charge is in reaction to the outrage over the recent hike in fuel, electric tariffs and others. In a statement signed by its convener, Comrade Philip […]
Boko Haram: Zulum and the new direction for peace in Borno State
By Richard Murphy It was American author and philosopher, John Fuhrman who once stated that “Successful leadership comes from the willingness to, at first, do something incorrectly, face the consequences, make adjustments, and do it again – until you get it right.” Governor of Borno State, Professor Babagana Zulum, as a good leader, has […]
Nigerian Army and General Buratai’s Kind Disposition to Leadership
By Lawrence Moghalu Over the years maybe largely due to where I come from, I have had people tell me “these people are evil, those people are bad, they don’t like us, they are the reasons for our underdevelopment” etc. These words over time have built up feelings in me that had potentials to lead […]