Fashola Deploys 11 Permanent Secretaries
Following the recent appointment of seven permanent secretaries in the Lagos State Public Service, Governor of the state, Mr. Babatunde Raji Fashola has approved the deployment of 11 permanent secretaries…
After Tukur’s Exit, PDP Braces up for Return of Nyako, Other Governors
President Goodluck Jonathan on Thursday formally confirmed to the National Executive Committee (NEC) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), the resignation of Alhaji Bamanga Tukur as Chairman of the party,…
Governors Urge NASS to Probe Jonathan over Missing $49.8bn
Governors under the aegis of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) have implored the National Assembly to institute a comprehensive audit probe of the Presidency over the $49.8bn (N8.5 trillion) believed…
The Anti-gay Bill: Should Common Sense Not Previal?
The controversy surrounding the anti-gay bill recently signed into law as announced by Reuben Abati, the Special Adviser to President Goodluck Jonathan on Media and Publicity few weeks back has…
Obasanjo and his Kashamuphobia
Until recently, the name Prince Buruji Kashamu did not ring any bells nationally. Within political circles in his own corner of Ogun state, he was seen as one of ex-President…
PDP Set to Announce Tukur’s Resignation
Beleaguered Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Alhaji Bamanga Tukur on Wednesday allegedly tendered his resignation letter to President Goodluck Jonathan, even though it is yet to be made…
Jonathan Obeys Court Ruling: Fires Service Chiefs
In the exercise of the powers conferred on him by the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan on Thursday announced the approval of changes in…
50 Answers Okonjo- Iweala Provided House Finance Committee
The Coordinating Minister for the Economy, Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala has provided a detailed 102-page documented response to the 50 questions posed by the House of Representatives Committee on Finance. The…
Overseas Study: Reps Warn Nigerians against Education in Cyprus
The House Committee on Diaspora has drawn the attention of Nigerians to a suspicious move by the authorities of Cyprus International University, Nicosia, North Cyprus, to lure Nigerian students to…
Three Million Ex-Service Men in Lagos Yet to Get Arrears
It was a pathetic sight in Lagos State on Wednesday, as spokesperson of the Nigerian Legion of ex-service men in the state, Col. Ebenezer Sholotan gave details of what his…