ELECTIONS · POLITICS

Jacinda Ardern wins New Zealand election by landslide_Femi Ehiabhi

New Zealand’s Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern won a second term in office on Saturday, delivering the biggest election victory for her centre-left Labour Party in half a century as voters rewarded her for a decisive response to COVID-19. The win is also the reward for Ardern’s leadership through a series of extraordinary events that shaped… Continue reading Jacinda Ardern wins New Zealand election by landslide_Femi Ehiabhi

POLITICS

#Endsars Protest: Tinubu disassociate self_Femi Ehiabhi

The National Leader of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Ahmed Tinubu has reacted to a news making the rounds that he was among those sponsoring #ENDSARS protesters. In a statement signed by his spokesman, Tunde Rahman, Tinubu exonerated himself, advising Nigerians to jettison the news. The statement according to Thecable says: “There is a need… Continue reading #Endsars Protest: Tinubu disassociate self_Femi Ehiabhi

Transportation

Prioritize Safety of Communities on Rail Corridor- Amaechi _Ada Nkong

To prevent accidents along the Lagos-Ibadan rail corridor and protect residents of communities along the rail line, the Minister of transportation Rotimi Amaechi has emphasized the need for synergy between the States and Federal government in provision of level crossings. Speaking after the monthly inspection tour of the Lagos Ibadan rail project, the Minister said… Continue reading Prioritize Safety of Communities on Rail Corridor- Amaechi _Ada Nkong

HEALTH

BREAKING: Nigeria records 113 new COVID-19 cases, total now 61,307_Femi Ehiabhi

113 new cases of of new infections has been reported as @ 17/10/2020 The breakdown according to States is as follows: Lagos-37Kaduna-16Ogun-11Plateau-11Taraba-8Rivers-7FCT-6Enugu-4Niger-4Edo-3Delta-2Imo-2Benue-1Kano-1 As at 17th of October 2020, there are 61,307 cases of #COVID19 in Nigeria, 56,557 discharged and 1,123 dead.

POLITICS

Why NBC is getting lots of grief about its Trump town hall_Ada Nkong

Whe NBC set out to schedule a television town hall with President Trump, the top priorities were safety and parity with Trump's challenger Joe Biden. The network's Biden town hall went off without a hitch in Miami, Florida on October 5. NBC's plans for Trump are almost identical: The same outdoor venue in Miami, the… Continue reading Why NBC is getting lots of grief about its Trump town hall_Ada Nkong

DISASTER

BREAKING: Tanker explosion on Otedola Bridge

For the umpteenth time, there has been yet another tanker explosion on the notorious Otedola Bridge, Lagos. According to reports, two tankers laden with fuel exploded early hours of Saturday (2 am). The number of casualties as at press time uncertain. However, Lagos State Emergency Management Agency via its twitter handle said it has responded… Continue reading BREAKING: Tanker explosion on Otedola Bridge

HEALTH

State of Access to Effective Water, Sanitation and Hygiene in Nigeria’s Urban Areas—Gift Olivia Samuel

Access to clean drinking water, sanitation and hygiene is important in maintaining health, but in many countries, the amount of water available to each person is falling, as population rises, leading to a decline in water quality as well as proper hygiene. According to a 2017 report by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the… Continue reading State of Access to Effective Water, Sanitation and Hygiene in Nigeria’s Urban Areas—Gift Olivia Samuel

Governance

NEC Mandates Governors to Take Charge of Police Tactical Units_Ada Nkong

The National Executive Council at its meeting today, mandated state governors to take charge of police tactical units. The council meeting chaired by Vice President Yemi Osinbanjo also directed that judicial panels of inquiry be set up to investigate police brutality in all the states and the FCT. The panels have six weeks to do… Continue reading NEC Mandates Governors to Take Charge of Police Tactical Units_Ada Nkong

POLITICS

2023 Presidential Elections to Hold February 18-INEC_Ada Nkong

The Independent National Electoral Commission has announced the date for 2023 Presidential election. Chairman of the ccommission Mahmoud Yakubu who announced the date at the inauguration of the house of representatives committee on 1999 constitution review said the presidential election would hold February 18 2023. Details later......