Joint Tax Board Rates Adamawa High. From Stanley Mijah, Yola.

The National Joint Tax Board has applauded the Adamawa State Government for making governance quite appealing and revealing under the present harsh economic realities and competing demands.The Secretary of the Board, Olusegun Adesokan who was at Government House Yola when he led a team of Tax Administration Experts while they were in the state onContinue reading "Joint Tax Board Rates Adamawa High. From Stanley Mijah, Yola."

Violent Tensions in Kano: Lawmaker Abdul-Majid Umar Narrowly Escapes Lynching at Peace Prayer Event

In a dramatic turn of events, Kano State House of Assembly member Abdul-Majid Umar narrowly escaped lynching by a hostile mob during a peace prayer event at the residence of Isyaka Rabiu in the Goron Dutse area. The event, aimed at promoting peace and stability, was attended by the 15th Emir of Kano, Aminu Ado-Bayero,Continue reading "Violent Tensions in Kano: Lawmaker Abdul-Majid Umar Narrowly Escapes Lynching at Peace Prayer Event"

Horrific Crime in Adamawa: Man Murders Friend and Steals Motorcycle and Cash

The Adamawa State Police Command has arrested Yahaya Balarabe, a 25-year-old man, for allegedly stabbing his close friend, Usman, to death and robbing him of N20,000 and a motorcycle. According to a statement by the police command's spokesperson, SP Suleiman Yahaya Nguroje, the incident occurred on July 17, 2024. Balarabe, who hails from Dage VillageContinue reading "Horrific Crime in Adamawa: Man Murders Friend and Steals Motorcycle and Cash"

Ohanaeze Warns Igbo Youths to Avoid Nationwide Protest Over Targeted Security Actions

The apex Igbo socio-cultural organization, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, has reiterated its call for South-Easterners to abstain from participating in the planned nationwide protest, citing concerns over targeted actions by Nigerian security agencies against Igbo youths. In a statement released on Monday, National Publicity Secretary Alex Ogbonnia highlighted that the prevailing hardships in Nigeria are the resultContinue reading "Ohanaeze Warns Igbo Youths to Avoid Nationwide Protest Over Targeted Security Actions"

Crisis in the Skies: NSIB Probes Max Air Emergency in Yola

The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) has launched an in-depth investigation into a harrowing incident involving a Max Air flight at Yola Airport. Leading the probe, NSIB Director General Captain Alex Badeh Jr. and his team are set to meticulously examine the site where the near-tragedy unfolded. On Sunday evening, Max Air’s flight NGL1649, aContinue reading "Crisis in the Skies: NSIB Probes Max Air Emergency in Yola"

Governor Douye Diri Stands Firm on LG Autonomy Amid Supreme Court Ruling

Bayelsa State Governor, His Excellency Douye Diri, recently took to social media platform X to assert that his administration has consistently upheld the financial autonomy of local governments, even before the Supreme Court's landmark ruling. In his statement, Governor Diri emphasized that his government has never tampered with local government funds. "We have received theContinue reading "Governor Douye Diri Stands Firm on LG Autonomy Amid Supreme Court Ruling"

Brig. Gen. MCE Ejike: A Beacon of Military Leadership and Community Transformation

Renowned security analyst and counter-insurgency expert Zagazola recently took to his social media platform, X, to extol Brig. Gen. MCE Ejike as a beacon of military leadership and community commitment. "In the heart of Nigeria's conflict-ridden Northeast, Brig. Gen. MCE Ejike stands as a beacon of hope and resilience," he wrote, highlighting Ejike's dual roleContinue reading "Brig. Gen. MCE Ejike: A Beacon of Military Leadership and Community Transformation"

Biden’s Surprising Withdrawal: A New Chapter for America

In a stunning turn of events, U.S. President Joe Biden has announced his withdrawal from the 2024 presidential race. The decision, coming after intense pressure from within his party and a less-than-stellar debate performance against Donald Trump, marks a significant shift in the political landscape. Biden's debate with Trump, recently organized by CNN, was widelyContinue reading "Biden’s Surprising Withdrawal: A New Chapter for America"

House of Representatives Speaker Leads Leadership Tour of Dangote Refinery, Pledges Legislative Support for Economic Growth

In a recent announcement on his social media account on X (formerly known as Twitter), the Speaker of the House of Representatives revealed that he led a leadership delegation on a familiarization tour of the Dangote Refinery and Petrochemicals Company in Lagos. This initiative underscores the House's ongoing efforts to engage with and support keyContinue reading "House of Representatives Speaker Leads Leadership Tour of Dangote Refinery, Pledges Legislative Support for Economic Growth"