The Rivers State Chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) said despite their determined efforts and resolve to stay clear of Gov. Nyesom Wike and the Peoples Democratic Party [PDP] war against Nigerian security agencies, the governor and his party [PDP] appear very determined to drag the All Progressives Congress [APC] into the fray of…
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Why My Husband Was Killed—Chuks Okebata’s Wife Speaks
The death of a Nigerian US army veteran, Chuks Okebata, is still being talked about on social media and new facts are beginning to emerge on what could have caused his demise. Yesterday, a video emerged showing his wife in the US threatening him with police. The video was shared by sister of the deceased,…
VIDEO: How Wife Tortured US-Based Nigerian Hubby Before Death
The death of a Nigerian, Chuks Okebata, who was a US Army Veteran, has continued to raise sympathy among observers. In fact, some are yet to understand why the life of the vibrant young man was abruptly cut short when he visited his hometown in Imo State few weeks ago. According to reports, Chuks was…
Ekiti Court Remands 2 Herdsmen For Destroying Crops
An Ado-Ekiti Chief Magistrates’ Court, yesterday, ordered the remand of one Momodu Rebo, 19, and Isiaka Idris, 22, in prison custody over alleged destruction of farm crops. Police prosecutor, Samson Osobu, said the accused and others now at large, committed the offence on January 11 at Apoto farm settlement, Eporo, Emure-Ekiti. He said police recovered…
Heritage Bank To Fund Agric Value Chain
Heritage Bank Plc has disclosed plans to revolutionise the agricultural value-chain field, particularly the rice farming that will enhance agribusiness and aid economic development through its direct participation in the much lauded Anchor Borrowers’ Programme (ABP) of the Central Bank of Nigeria. Group Head, Agriculture Finance, Heritage Bank, Olugbenga Awe, in a speech delivered at…
4 Spots To Have Quiet Time In Lagos
It is true that Lagos is the heart of Nigeria and it lures the crowds – both local from other states and tourists from other parts of the world. As a result, some prominent features of the city include its traffic-clogged streets, as well as the almost non-existent sense of space and calm. Those seeking…
Ooni Commends Lagos Lawmakers
The Ooni of Ife, His Imperial Majesty Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi (Ojaja ll) has commended lawmakers of the Lagos House of Assembly for being in the forefront of the struggle to promote the Yoruba language and culture. “I’m very happy to be here and I want to commend the members of the Lagos State House of…
5 Things You Need To Know About Artificial Intelligence
The next big thing in the technology world is artificial intelligence (AI). Big tech organisations like Apple and Google are aggressively investing in AI. Google has been partnering Oxford University to expand Artificial Intelligence. Some examples of everyday AI include iPhone Siri and Microsoft Windows 10 Cortana. Before going further, it will not be out…
5 Actions That Could Get You Thrown Out Of Your Flight
You are probably wondering: Why would I be kicked off a plane when I have already spent money on the ticket, checked in and boarded? Truth is, it happens all the time! And Yes! even in Nigeria. Certain individuals for several reasons are asked to get off the airplane due to certain actions that either…
Police Arrest Ex-PM News Reporter over Story Enquiry
A former reporter with PM News and The News, Desmond Utomwen, has been apprehended by police in Abuja. According to reports, Desmond was arrested on Friday morning allegedly on the directive of a customs officer, Umar Faru. It was gathered that Desmond, who is the publisher of Fresh News, was investigating allegations that Faru had…