Violence at PDP Congress in Lagos

Violence broke out on Monday at the re-run of the Peoples Democratic Party Congress to elect new delegates ahead of the party's primaries.

The police had to fire into the air and release tear gas in order to dismiss party thugs and restore law and order. Members of the party expressed discontent over the late arrival of election materials and the manner in which the party leadership conducted the congress.
Arrests were also made in the process.

I'm Nigeria's best leader - Jonathan replies Obasanjo

President Goodluck Jonathan has dismissed recent comments by former President, Olusegun Obasanjo, rating his administration poorly. He argued that no Nigerian leader since independence in 1960 can equal the achievements he has made in only four years.

Tambuwal reacts to rumours of his arrest

In reaction to rumours that have been circulating the Nigerian media in the last 24 hours that the Inspector General of Police has ordered that the Honourable Speaker of the House of Representatives, Aminu Tamuwal should be invited to the Force Headquarters for questioning on his alleged role in the crisis that engulfed the National Assembly on Thursday morning, and that he should be arrested if he resisted, the Speaker has now issued a statement saying that he is ready to respond to the invitation by the police.

Supreme Court sacks Acting Governor of Taraba

The Supreme Court of Nigeria have sacked the Ag. Governor of Taraba State, Garba Umar following a law suit filed by a former Deputy Governor o the state challenging his impeachment. The apex court voided the impeachment of Sani Abubakar Danladi, former Deputy Governor under Gov. Suntai, and ordered his inauguration as Acting Governor of the State.

Presidency summons Inspector General of Police over NASS chaos

Following the chaotic show of shame that unfolded at the National Assembly complex yesterday, the Vice President, Namadi Sambo today summoned the Inspector General of Police to the Presidential Villa to provide explanation on the invasion of the assembly complex by policemen.

Ekiti: 7 lawmakers impeach Speaker

In another legislative drama on Thursday, seven out of twenty six members of the Ekiti State House of Assembly met and impeached the Speaker and his deputy despite not forming a quorum of two-third majority. The seven members belonging to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) also elected a new Speaker who resumed duties immediately.

Chaos at the National Assembly as police fire tear gas at lawmakers

Drama unfolded at the National Assembly complex on Thursday morning as police officers engaged in thorough screening of lawmakers and denied some of them entry into the premises. Many of the lawmakers had to climb the entrance gate in order to gain access to the legislative chambers.

AFCON: South Africa deny Nigeria qualification for Equatorial Guinea 2015

Bafana Bafana of South Africa today held the Super Eagles of Nigeria in a 2-2 draw at the Akwa Ibom International Stadium. The visitors went ahead late on in the first half and doubled the lead early in the second 45 minutes. Nigeria pulled one back minutes later before South Africa were reduced to ten men.

Tambuwal drops presidential ambition, joins Sokoto guber race

The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Aminu Tambuwal, has backed off from the Presidential race, only few days after he declared his intention to seek the highest office in Nigeria under the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC).

AFCON: South Africa clinch top spot, Nigeria secure vital win

Bafana Bafana have qualified for the 2015 African Cup of Nations in Equatorial Guinea after a 2-1 win over Sudan to cement top spot on the table. Elsewhere, the Super Eagles of Nigeria earned an important victory away to Congo.

Tambuwal's Presidential ambition set to divide APC

Few weeks after the major opposition party in Nigeria, the All Progressives Congress (APC) announced their "big catch" in the person of the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, and the battle that followed between the opposition and the ruling party over calls for him to vacate his seat, it seems obvious that the political drama has only just started.

Catholic Bishops meet with President Jonathan

A delegation of the Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria met yesterday behind close doors with President Goodluck Jonathan. The delegation was led by the CBCN President and Archbishop of Jos, Ignatius Kaigama.

Most Rev Kaigama told journalists after the meeting that the experience of the Catholic Church in providing relief in crisis situations cannot be overlooked and it was therefore necessary for the government to get them involved.

I'm not under pressure -- Keshi

Super Eagles handler, Stephen Keshi has reiterated his desire to see Nigeria qualify for the 2015 Africa Cup of Nations stating that he pays little attention to the uncertainty surrounding his job as Super Eagles coach.

The Big Boss was replaced recently by Shaibu Amodu following Nigeria's poor run of results and was later reinstated by the NFF. Keshi who led the team to glory at the previous tournament in South Africa stated that “I don’t think it is proper to say my fate is tied to this job. My concern right now is the game against Congo, and not whether I will still be in charge of this team after the match against Congo or South Africa.”

Nyako impeached by Adamawa Assembly

The Adamawa State House of Assembly has impeached Governor Murtala Nyako after considering the report by a panel of inquiry set up to investigate allegations of corruption levelled against the Governor and his deputy. Although both parties failed to turn up at the hearing, the panel went ahead with its deliberations.

Gov. Al-Makura handed impeachment notice

The Clerk of the Nasarawa State House of Assembly, has served Gov. Tanko Al-Makura with notice of impeachment for ‘gross misconduct’. According to The News Agency of Nigeria, ‘the development followed a motion of public interest raised by the Deputy Majority Leader of the House, Mr Yahaya Usman (PDP-Umaisha/Ugya) during plenary in Lafia.’ The motion was seconded by the Chief Whip Mr Mohammed Okpede (also a member of the PDP).

Malala pays 3-day visit to Nigeria, meets President Jonathan

Miss Malala Yousafzai, a Pakistani girl who was almost lost her life after an attack by the Taliban in her country’s Swat Valley District for her girl education campaigns, has commenced a three-day visit to Nigeria. The 17-year-old girl met with President Goodluck Jonathan yesterday at the Presidential Villa in Abuja.

German Machines defeat Argentina in World Cup Final

Germany wrapped up a wonderful campaign by defeating Argentina 1-0 to become the first European team to win the World Cup on South American soil. Both sides failed to find the back of the net in 90 minutes and so the game was forced into extra time.

Netherlands defeat Brazil in third place match

Louis van Gaal's Netherlands team yesterday defeated the host nation, Brazil in the third place match of the 2014 FIFA World Cup. Thiago Silva should have been sent off in the third minute after a bad challenge on Arjen Robben but the Brazilian Captain got away with only a yellow card and a penalty awarded to the Dutch which Robin Van Persie converted.

ASUP suspends strike

The Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics has suspended its nine-month strike. National President of ASUP, Mr Chibuzor Asomugha, who disclosed this information also confirmed that the polytechnic lecturers would resume work on Tuesday.

Asomugha noted that the strike has been suspended for a period of three months, to give the government time to meet the demands of ASUP.

Kefee laid to rest

The remains of the late Delta-born gospel singer, Kefee, were committed to mother earth on Friday in her home town, Okpara Inland of Ethiope East Local Government.
A homecoming service was held in honour of the late Branama Queen at Akpevweoghene Educational Centre, Okpara Inland of Ethiope East Local Government, Delta State. Friends and relatives as well as thousands of fans gathered to pay their last respect to the late singer.
Kefee died in the United States of America last month after being in a coma for a few weeks.

Germany and Argentina to battle for World Cup glory

Germany and Argentina are both through to the final of the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil. The German Machines defeated hosts Brazil in a game that should probably have ended at half time.

Shekarau, three others, sworn in as Ministers

President Jonathan on Wednesday named four new ministers including former Governor of Kano State, Ibrahim Shekarau (Education), Dr. Stephen Aritse Oru (Niger Delta Affairs), Prince Adebayo Adeyeye (Minister of State, Works) and Dr. Addu Bulama (Science and Technology.

African teams eliminated in World Cup Round of 16

The last two African teams - Algeria and Nigeria - who qualified from the group stage of the world cup, have both been knocked out of the tournament, ending any hope of a world cup glory for the first time.

Nigeria lost to France courtesy of a late goal from Pogba and an own goal by Captain Joseph Yobo. Germany were forced into extra time by Algeria but still triumphed 2-0 against the North African team.

World Cup Group Stage ended, Round of 16 begins!

After so many entertaining matches that provided shock and excitement to football fans all over the world, the group stage of the FIFA world cup has finally ended.

Among the major surprises, defending champions, Spain have failed to progress to the last 16 after beginning their campaign with a humiliating 5-1 defeat to last tournament's co-finalists Netherlands, as well as a 2-0 defeat against Chile.

Shameless Luis Suarez banned for four month

A shameless Luis Suarez has been banned from participating in any football-related activity for four months after the Liverpool and Uruguay striker appeared to bite a defender in his teams recent match against Italy at the FIFA World Cup holding in Brazil.

Over 20 people die after bomb blast in Wuse

A bomb blast has hit a busy shopping district in Wuse, Abuja.

Details soon...

Branama Queen, Kefee, dies!

Delta-born Gospel singer, Kefee Obareki Don-Momoh, passed on in the early hours of Friday. It was reported recently that the popular gospel singer needed a miracle to survive having been diagnosed for eclampsia.

The Branama Queen, according to reports, fell into a coma while on a flight to Chicago, in the United States of America. This forced the aircraft to make an emergency landing and she was rushed into the Intensive Care Unit of an hospital in Los Angeles.

Rio 2014 is upon us!

The long awaited 2014 FIFA World Cup will kick off today in Rio with the opening match between the host Brazil and Croatia.

Dora Akunyili's remains received at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja

The remains of the late Minister of Information and former Director General of NAFDAC, Prof. Dora Akunyili, has arrived the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja. Her body was received by family members as well as former Governor of Anambra state, Mr Peter Obi.

Sanusi's appointment as Emir rages controversy in Kano as Kwankwaso blasts Jonathan

Crisis has erupted in Kano State following the appointment of a former Central Bank of Nigeria governor, Mallam Lamido Sanusi, as the Emir of Kano. The State Governor, Rabiu Kwankwaso has accused President Goodluck Jonathan is pointing accusing fingers at President Jonathan for plotting an “agenda which is not good for this country.”