Military Removes Suspected Bomb Found at Aba Church Site
From Dike Uba A potentially deadly incident was averted at the United Evangelical Church (UEC), Ehere/Umuola, located at Ogbor Hill in Aba, Abia state, after a buried metal object believed to be an unexploded explosive was uncovered during construction work The discovery was made while church members were excavating the area around the parsonage to…
SUNDAY SCHOOL BY SAM NKIRE
YOUR FAITH IS ACCOUNTED FOR RIGHTEOUSNESS *Many of us believe that the harder we work, the more righteous we become. No, the gospel of Jesus Christ says that it is not so.*Romans 4:5 says: “But to him who does not work, but believes on Him who justifies the ungodly, his faith is accounted for righteousness.”…
Ondo Security Operatives Nab Trafficking Syndicate, Free Multiple Victims
From Ayodele james The Ondo State Police Command says it has arrested several suspected human traffickers and rescued 14 victims during recent operations across the state. Police spokesperson DSP Abayomi Jimoh revealed the development in a statement issued in Akure. Jimoh said the operation followed a report from a Togolese man, Meale Yaoili, who told…
Employers, Individuals Must Meet Tax Filing Deadlines — Oyedele
From Edgar onyema The chairman of the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms, Taiwo Oyedele, has urged Nigerians to meet the legal requirements for filing their annual tax returns, stressing that compliance is compulsory for both individuals and employers. Oyedele delivered the reminder during a webinar held for human-resources personnel, payroll officers, chief…
Kano State Government Moves to End Emirate Dispute Between Sanusi II and Aminu Ado Bayero
By Marcus Nkire The Kano State government says it is close to resolving the long-running dispute over the leadership of the Kano Emirate. The assurance came on Thursday from Ibrahim Waiya, Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, during a media briefing in Kano. The conflict stems from a series of leadership changes and legal battles…
NKIRE ALIGNS WITH APC GOVERNORS ON PARTY CONGRESSES
From Deola Ajayi Pioneer member of the All Progressives Congress APC, Chief Sam Nkire has aligned with the APC Governors Forum over their stand against malpractices and cheating at both internal and external elections by party leaders and members. Chief Nkire, who authors the MID-WEEK SERMON, recently harped on the ill of malpractices at party…
Authorities Locate Eight Missing Minors in Hawaii Following Coordinated Recovery Effort
By Dennis Lawrence Law enforcement agencies in Hawaii have confirmed the successful recovery of eight missing minors during a multi-agency operation carried out earlier this month on the island of Oʻahu. The children, whose ages range from 13 to 17, were found between January 16 and 17 under an initiative known as Operation Shine the…
An Echo from the Past: Alleged Coup Plot Rekindles Old Fears in a Restless Nigeria
From Marcus Nkire For a country that has spent more than two decades carefully distancing itself from the shadows of military rule, the recent confirmation of an alleged coup plot against President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s government has stirred an uncomfortable sense of déjà vu. Nigeria’s Defence Headquarters’ acknowledgment that some serving military officers were involved…
MID-WEEK SERMON BY SAMUEL NKIRE
BE A GOOD POLITICIAN, FOLLOW THE RULE. *If you read my book, THE PAYOFF LINES, which was presented to the public at my seventieth birthday anniversary in 2024, you are bound to come across my opinion on, and condemnation for rigging and non-adherance to guidelines or rules at elections generally (page 224); be they for…
NDDC Eyes Olympic Future for Niger Delta Games
Marcus Nkire Chairman of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), Chiedu Ebie, has said the Niger Delta Games should evolve into a sustainable talent-development platform capable of producing athletes who will fly Nigeria’s flag at global competitions. Ebie spoke during a review retreat organised by Dunamis-Icon Limited for stakeholders involved in the upcoming second edition…
