The Thai charge d’affaires in the United Kingdom has been summoned to the Foreign Office over concerns about the inquiry into the murder of two British tourists in Thailand. Hannah Witheridge, 23, and David Miller, 24, were killed in an attack on the island of Koh Tao last month. Hugo Swire, Foreign Office minister told…
‘FG Giving Oritsejafor Bad Name’ – CAN
The Federal Government is giving Ayo Oritsejafor, President of the Christian Association of Nigeria, CAN, a bad name, the South West chapter, CAN says, over the use of his private jet for the procurement of arms for the country. Magnus Adeyemi Atilade, chairman of the South west chapter of the association who stated this in…
‘I’m ready for probe’–Fayemi
Kayode Fayemi, Ekiti State Governor on Sunday, announced that he is ready to face any probe panel in order to defend the actions of his administration. Speaking in Ado Ekiti with journalists, the governor said: “I expect that I would be called upon to defend certain actions or clarify actions and explain what I have…
First Lady Arrives Adamasigba Stadium
Patience Jonathan arrives at the Lekan Salami Stadium, Adamasigba, Ibadan, Oyo State, in continuation of the women empowerment initiative program and her visit to Oyo State.
‘Insurgent activities will soon be curtailed’ –Jonathan
President Goodluck Jonathan has expressed confidence that with the consolidation of joint patrols, military operations and intelligence sharing by Nigeria and its neighbours, as agreed by their leaders in Niamey on October 7, 2014, the activities of the Boko Haram sect and other criminal groups across the border will be curtailed soon. Reuben Abati, Presidential…
Hurray, It’s A No-Bra Day!
Ordinarily, Mondays are very busy and serious days in most organizations. For some curious, yet obvious reasons, most organizations slate management meetings and other serious engagements on Mondays. Monday, October 13 was no different. For me, the day had all the trappings of the seriousness it required. First on my list was management meeting.…
Shareholders Approve Access Bank Right Issue
To Timothy Adesiyan, a shareholder of Access Bank, the extra general meeting, EGM, of the bank, which was held in Lagos, on Monday, October 13, is timely. The meeting gave him the opportunity to be among the 717 investors that approved the right issue of Access Bank as they look forward to increasing their stakes…
Scholars Discuss Nigeria at Felabration 2014
Felabration 2014 kicked off on Sunday, October 12 to celebrate the life of the legendary Fela Anikulapo-Kuti. The theme for this year’s debate, which is the amalgamation of the peoples of the Niger area, focuses on the Centennial anniversary of the coming together of Northern and Southern Nigeria. Speaking at the debate, Sophie Oluwole, professor…
2Face, Naeto C, Niyiola, Gbenga Adeyinka, others to storm UNILAG for AFRIMA Concert
As part of the build up of events to the All Africa Music Awards in November, organisers of the awards will be holding a concert to communicate the vision and ideals of AFRIMA to the vibrant youth generation in Nigeria, on October 15, 2014 at the Indoor Sport Hall of the University of Lagos. Gbenga…
Nollywood Stars Gear Up For 4th AFRIFF
After three editions, the highly acclaimed Africa International Film Festival, AFRIFF, has become a reference point for notable film festivals of African origin, and the most recognised from Nigeria. O.C. Ukeje, Nollywood fast-rising star, said recently in Lagos, when asked about AFRIFF, “I was at the festival last year and it was loads of fun.…
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