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Anybody saying the Shiites could be made to become “hardened” through the ongoing strong-arm security response to their demonstration in Abuja does not appear to know them properly. Theologically they do not harbour “hardening elements” in the mould of say the Boko Haram as some analysts think.

I am delighted to be here again at this great citadel of learning and premier University, the University of Ibadan which is marking its 70 years in existence from this month. You would recall that I was here in 2015 for a distinguished personality lecture, engaging and rubbing minds with you on the subject of “Nigerian Diaspora and Gender Relations

Sometime in 2016, the Governor of Imo State, Owelle Rochas Okorocha, hosted senior journalists and editors of Imo State origin at a meeting held at Government House, Owerri. During the meeting, which was his first since he became governor, he took time to explain his vision for the state. He also took his guests on a tour of projects in Owerri.

According to the Ogun State Sector Commander of the Federal Road Safety Corps, who led a team of rescue operatives to the scene of the crash, Corps Commander Clement Oladele, the commercial bus conveyed 42 passengers. Oladele said nine people died in the crash, adding that eight passengers were injured.

Chief John Odigie Oyegun, former National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) must be having a good laugh wherever he is. If he is just finishing a meal, he can afford to pick his teeth and belch from the deepest part of his biological system, and even turn up his nose as he asks for a glass of water

Leaders at all levels of government are entrusted with an incredible responsibility of their subjects. No doubt, when leaders lose the ability to effectively lead their people, the right thing for them to do is step aside. In my view, the time has not come for Governor Abdullahi Umar Ganduje to resign. The governor’s capacity remains firm and unshaken;

It could be recalled that Kano State under Ganduje has established Anti-Corruption Units in all 44 Local Government Areas of the State, with a view to complementing the activities of the State Anti-Graft Agency led by Comrade Muhuyi Magaji Rimin Gado and by extension the Magu led Economic and Financial Crimes Commission.