Abuja Hosts National Tribute as Dignitaries Honour Murtala Muhammed’s Legacy
Abuja Hosts National Tribute as Dignitaries Honour Murtala Muhammed’s Legacy From left: Representative of the Angolan President, Dr Dionisio Manuel Da Fonseca; Son of late General Murtala Muhammed, Risqua Muhammed; Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume; the Chief Executive Officer, Murtala Muhammed Foundation, Aisha Muhammed-Oyebode; and Chief of Administration, Nigerian Army, Major General I. M. Abdullahi representing of the Chief of Army Staff, during the official Wreath-Laying ceremony in honour of Lat…
Murtala Muhammed 50th Anniversary Policy Workshop - African Leaders Urged to Resist Foreign Dictatorship
Murtala Muhammed 50th Anniversary Policy Workshop - African Leaders Urged to Resist Foreign Dictatorship L-R: Mr. Gbenga Oyebode, MFR, Chairman, Lafarge Africa Plc; Fatima Murtala Muhammed, Daugther of the Late Gen. Murtala Muhammed; Dr. Aisha Muhammed-Oyebode, CEO, Murtala Muhammed Foundation (MMF); Professor Bolaji Akinyemi, Former Minister of External Affairs and Prof. Eghosa Osaghae, Director-General, Nigerian Institute of International Affairs (NIIA) at MMF/NIIA Strategic Policy Workshop organised in commemoration of the 50th Anniversary …
CSOs Seek Independent Probe into Interior Minister’s NYSC Records
CSOs Seek Independent Probe into Interior Minister’s NYSC Records The Niger Delta Think Tank on Good Governance, led by its Convener, Ambassador Gregory Oritsetimihin, has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to institute an independent and transparent review of issues arising from the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) records of the Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo. The call was made on Monday during a press conference, where the group cited official correspondences between Premium Times and the NYSC obtained under the Freedom …
*Murtala Muhammed Foundation Set to Mark 50th Anniversary of General Murtala Muhammed’s Assassination*
*Murtala Muhammed Foundation Set to Mark 50th Anniversary of General Murtala Muhammed’s Assassination* The Murtala Muhammed Foundation (MMF) has announced the commencement of a series of national and international commemorative activities to mark the 50th anniversary of the assassination of former Nigerian Head of State, General Murtala Ramat Muhammed (GCFR). Observed in February 2026, the golden anniversary offers a moment of national reflection on the enduring legacy of a leader whose brief but transformative tenure redefined governance, …
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Anambra State Government Clarifies Issues on Contract for the Construction of Gates at General Hospital, Okpoko, and Specialist Hospital, Fegge
Anambra State Government Clarifies Issues on Contract for the Construction of Gates at General Hospital, Okpoko, and Specialist Hospital, Fegge The Anambra State Government has taken notice of a misleading report published by Sahara Reporters online, alleging impropriety in the award of a contract for the construction of gates at General Hospital, Okpoko and Specialist Hospital, Fegge, to Crystal Dove Construction Company Ltd. In a statement issued by the state’s commissioner for information, Law Mefor, the Government clarified that the contra…
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Governor Soludo Shines at Uga Boys' 50th Anniversary: A Testament to Leadership, Elegance, and Passion for Education
Governor Soludo Shines at Uga Boys' 50th Anniversary: A Testament to Leadership, Elegance, and Passion for Education Anambra State Governor, Chukwuma Charles Soludo, stole the show at the 50th Anniversary Celebration of Uga Boys Secondary School, his alma mater, showcasing a perfect blend of leadership, stylish elegance, and a deep commitment to education. The event, a milestone celebration of five decades of excellence, brought together students, teachers, alumni, and community members to reflect on the school's legacy and look toward…
ANAMBRA: LEADING IN EDUCATION FUNDING AS PROOF OF SOLUDO’S LOFTY VISION - Christian Aburime
ANAMBRA: LEADING IN EDUCATION FUNDING AS PROOF OF SOLUDO’S LOFTY VISION - Christian Aburime The fact that Anambra State under Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo, CFR, habitually takes the lead on many national indices of development is no longer news. What would be news is if the state lags behind in the education sector, but an intentional leader like Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo can’t just stop taking the educational torchlight to new heights. For instance, while education budgets may be like afterthoughts in other places, Anambra State is…
Chief Joshua Oyedele Olugbodi goes home at 94
Chief Joshua Oyedele Olugbodi goes home at 94 The Olugbodi Family of Ara Kingdom in Egbedore Local Government Area of of Osun State have announced the death of their patriarch Chief Joshua Oyedele Olugbodi. Chief Olugbodi, a former senior executive of the Central Bank of Nigeria, died on Saturday, December 6, 2025 at the age of 94. A celebrated community leader and philanthropist , he was the Bobagunwa of Ara, who had also had a stint as the Chairman of Egbedore Local Government, Osun State. He is survived by his wife, Grace Olabisi and …
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Catholic Bishop warns FG against treating bandits with kid gloves ...says Nigeria is descending into chaos ...Bemoans abduction of Kebbi girls
Catholic Bishop warns FG against treating bandits with kid gloves ...says Nigeria is descending into chaos ...Bemoans abduction of Kebbi girls The Catholic Archbishop of Lagos, Most Rev. Dr. Alfred Adewale Martins has called for more urgent official measures to curb the alarming rate of insecurity across the country. He said the festering terrorists’ attacks in parts of the country and the mass killing of innocent Nigerians in recent times, have underlined the need for the federal government and the Security Agencies to, as a matter of urgen…
ANSEC Approves N443,408,923.03 for Supply & Installation of Fire-fighting Equipment for College of Nursing Science, Umueze-Isuofia
ANSEC Approves N443,408,923.03 for Supply & Installation of Fire-fighting Equipment for College of Nursing Science, Umueze-Isuofia As part of the reforms in the educational system in Anambra, the Anambra State Executive Council (ANSEC) under Governor Charles Chukwuma Soludo has approved N443,408,923.03 for the supply and installation of fire-fighting equipment for the College of Nursing Science, Umueze-Isuofia in Aguata Local Government Area. The State’s Commissioner for Information, Law Mefor, stated that the Council made the decision at…
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CHIEF WILLIE OBIANO IS ALIVE AND WELL, DEATH RUMOUR WICKED AND IRRESPONSIBLE - SOLUDO
CHIEF WILLIE OBIANO IS ALIVE AND WELL, DEATH RUMOUR WICKED AND IRRESPONSIBLE - SOLUDO Anambra State Governor, Prof Chukwuma Charles Soludo, CFR, has confirmed that His Excellency, Chief Willie Maduaburochukwu Obiano (Akpokuodike), former Governor of Anambra State (2014–2022), is alive and well This is contrary to the malicious rumours and utterly false reports circulating on social media and certain online platforms claiming that Chief Willie Obiano has passed away in a London hospital earlier today According to the Governor's Chief Pres…
ANAMBRA TAKES THE CROWN AS NIGERIA'S UNDISPUTED LEADER IN FISCAL PERFORMANCE UNDER GOVERNOR SOLUDO
ANAMBRA TAKES THE CROWN AS NIGERIA'S UNDISPUTED LEADER IN FISCAL PERFORMANCE UNDER GOVERNOR SOLUDO As BudgIT unveils its 2025 State of States Report, Anambra State takes the crown as Nigeria’s undisputed leader in fiscal performance, a resounding affirmation of what progressive leadership can achieve. Rising from second place in 2024 to claim the top spot this year, Anambra has outshone economic powerhouses like Lagos, which held steady at second, and emerging contenders such as Kwara (third), Abia (fourth), and Edo (fifth). This is not ju…
LASAA hosts legislative delegation, vows continued commitment to visual order, safety
LASAA hosts legislative delegation, vows continued commitment to visual order, safety L-R: The Chairman, Committee on Information, Security and Strategy, Lagos State House of Assembly, Hon. Ogundipe Stephen Olukayode; Chairman, Committee on Energy and Mineral Resources, LAHA, Hon. Sobur Akanbi Oluwa; MD/CEO, Lagos State Signage and Advertisement Agency (LASAA), Prince Fatiu Akiolu; Chairman, Committee on the Environment (Parastatals), LAHA, Hon. (Engr.) Shabi Adebola; Chairman, Committee on Procurement, LAHA, Hon. Apata Samuel; and the Committ…
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Why Wealthy Nigerians Are Turning to Greece for Status and Security
Why Wealthy Nigerians Are Turning to Greece for Status and Security When Greece raised the investment threshold for its Golden Visa this year, many saw the end of affordable access to Europe’s residency market. Prime districts of Attica, including Piraeus and the Athenian Riviera, were subject to a new minimum of €800,000, instantly pricing out a wide segment of international investors. What seemed a barrier, however, has become a rare moment of opportunity for Nigeria’s high-net-worth community. Rather than closing the door, the change clar…
Presidential pardon: Dalung demands release of Abba Kyari
Presidential pardon: Dalung demands release of Abba Kyari The Movement for the Emancipation of Nigeria has called for the immediate discontinuation of the prosecution of suspended Deputy Commissioner of Police Abba Kyari and urged that he be released without delay. In a press statement issued on Tuesday by its Comrade General, former sports minister Solomon Dalung, MEN said Kyari’s continued detention amounted to a “grave injustice” in light of recent presidential pardons granted to convicts, many of whom the group says were arrested by Kyari’…
Another dismissed officer impersonates DSS, agency warns Nigerians
Another dismissed officer impersonates DSS, agency warns Nigerians 13th October 2025 The Department of State Services has issued another public warning about a dismissed officer allegedly impersonating the agency to defraud unsuspecting Nigerians. In a post shared on its official X handle, @OfficialDSSNG, on Sunday, the secret police identified the suspect as Victor Onyedikachi Godwin, a dismissed staff said to be engaging in “unscrupulous activities” using the name of the Service. “The Department of State Services (DSS) hereby alerts members …
Marriage & Money Summit 1.0: Dr Adetutu Afolabi Unveils New Research Linking Self-Efficacy and Spousal Support to Career and Marital Success
Marriage & Money Summit 1.0: Dr Adetutu Afolabi Unveils New Research Linking Self-Efficacy and Spousal Support to Career and Marital Success A significant shift in how Nigerian couples perceive the relationship between marriage and money may have begun with the inaugural Marriage & Money Summit , held in Lagos. The event, which drew participants from across the country, was convened by Dr Adetutu Afolabi , who also delivered one of the summit's most talked-about research presentations. Dr Afolabi presented a landmark paper titled…
Policeman forgets cap in Ogun student’s car after extortion
Policeman forgets cap in Ogun student’s car after extortion A student, Olawale Ayomide, has accused officers attached to the Igbeba Police Station in the Ijebu Ode area of Ogun State of extorting N99,000 from him. The victim, who narrated his ordeal to our Metro on Thursday, said the incident occurred on Tuesday, adding that one of the officers forgot his official cap in his vehicle after allegedly perpetrating the act. According to Olawale, the policemen stopped him while he was travelling in his mother’s vehicle from Sagamu to Ijebu-Ode and …
IG suspends enforcement of tinted glass law
IG suspends enforcement of tinted glass law The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has temporarily suspended the enforcement of the Motor Vehicles (Prohibition of Tinted Glass) Act, 1991. A statement on Thursday by the Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, said the decision followed a meeting between the police chief and a delegation of the Nigerian Bar Association led by its President, Afam Osigwe (SAN), at the Force Headquarters, Abuja. He said the discussion focused on the ongoing enforcement of the tinted glass…
NCC Urges States to Align on Right of Way, Infrastructure Protection to Boost Broadband Investments
NCC Urges States to Align on Right of Way, Infrastructure Protection to Boost Broadband Investments Abuja, Nigeria – October 8, 2025 The Executive Vice Chairman (EVC) of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Dr. Aminu Maida, has called on state governments to harmonise policies on Right of Way (RoW) charges and strengthen protection of telecom infrastructure, describing them as critical enablers of broadband expansion and national prosperity. Dr. Maida made the call while delivering remarks at the Business Roundtable on Improving Inves…
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