Diezani Madueke, Nigeria’s former oil minister is the person the entire watchers in the oil industry, including the international community, government officials, oil magnets and friends of Jonathan believe as the super minister that stole Nigeria’s $6.2 billion as revealed by Adams Oshiomhole, Edo State Governor. President Buhari of Nigeria had travelled to the US…
Steeped in Yoruba culture, Osun in South-west Nigeria is a state whose history, rich heritage and mesmerizing attractions make it a fascinating, unique and outstanding destination. The aura that oozes from the region carved out of Oyo state on 27th August, 1991 is one of tremendous appreciation for indigenous tradition mixed with a touch of…
The Youths for Human Rights Protection and Transparency Initiative, YARPTI, is angry with the continuation of the policies which enrich the wealthy few while further impoverishing the poor working masses in Imo Sate of Nigeria. We are also sad over the non-payment of workers’ salaries and retirees’ pensions in Imo state by the Rochas Okorocha’s…
A cross section of Nigerians from different walks of life have faulted the verdict of the coroner investigating the cause of death of 116 persons who perished in the unfortunate incident of the building collapse at The Synagogue, Church of All Nations, Ikotun-Egbe, Lagos. According to them, the verdict of the coroner smacks of the…
Sahara Reporters has published a story alleging the Senate President, of using his position then as governor of Kwara State to carry out some fraudulent withdrawals. Also, at least three banks were implicated, including Zenith Bank, which some people has accused of being one of the most fraudulent banks in Nigeria. Some have even alleged…
In the United States of America, USA, the term Black Friday usually refers to the Friday following Thanksgiving Day when most major retailers open very early (and more recently during overnight hours) and offer promotional cheap sales to enthusiastic shoppers. In Nigeria, Tuesday, June 9, 2015 can be best described as Black Tuesday. On that…
In an effort to inform and educate its readers, Aproko247 has brought to you guildelines stipulated by the Federal Road Safety Corps, FRSC, in getting the licence to drive a vehicle in Nigeria. We hope this information helps you. Here are the steps; Step 1 Attend training at an accredited driving school. Step 2…
As you read this, the court case between Ecobank Nigeria Limited and Debt Management Office has taken a new twist. The lawyer representing Ecobank has maintained his position by praying that the court jails the Director General of Debt Management Office, Abraham Nwankwo. This development has left five important questions unanswered. The public have risen…
Preamble and political life Trying to capture the picture of the sham that is called the 2015 general elections in Rivers State, South-South of Nigeria, I lacked the words to capture what happened but Dictonary.com came to my aid with the word ‘macabre’, which it defined as gruesome and horrifying; ghastly; horrible. The elections in…
Sabella Ogbobode Abidde once said “In Nigeria, more so in the last 30 years, killing has become a way of life. Depending on the regime in power, killings can either be a past time or a trade.” The government and or some elements within the Nigerian State, has been killing those they hate, envy or…