The rate of divorce in Nigeria: Latest statistics

Fatherhood Recently, the authoritative world news outlet The Economist focused for the first time on changing social trends in the institution of marriage in Nigeria. In one of their materials, published in 2016, contributors writing for this web portal stated the following: “Official statistics suggest that divorce is exceedingly uncommon in Nigeria. Just 0.2% of men and …

Why investors shun Nigeria’s downstream sector

By Sebastine Obasi The much needed investment in Nigeria’s downstream sector may continue to elude the nation’s dwindling economy unless government takes necessary steps to convince investors, Mr. Tunji Oyebanji, Chairman, Major Marketers Association of Nigeria, MOMAN said. Speaking at a webinar conference organized by the Association of Energy Correspondents of Nigeria, NAEC, Oyebanji, who is …

Ibigwe modular refinery, a landmark achievement – GMD, NNPC

By Sebastine Obasi The completion of the 5,000 barrels per day modular refinery located at Ibigwe, Ohaji/Egbema Local Government Area of Imo State, has been described as a landmark achievement of Waltersmith Petroman Oil Limited. The Group Managing Director of Nigeria National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC), Mele Kyari, who was represented by Yusuf Usman, Chief Operating Officer, …

#EndSARS Protest: UK High Commission shuts down Visa centers in Nigeria

By Perez Brisibe THE United Kingdom High Commission in Nigeria on Wednesday said it has shut down its centers in Nigeria for the next 48 hours beginning from today (Wednesday) due to the ongoing nationwide protest in the country. It also stated that its TLS contact visa application centers in Nigeria are currently closed. Though …

There’s no justification for killing protesters – Obidike

Obidike Chukwuebuka, Ambassador to the Economic Financial Crime Commission, EFCC has charged the Federal government to hide their shame and hacken to the patriotic demands of the Nigerian youths. Addressing the pressmen, Obidike condemns the barbaric attack on innocent protesters by hired Hoodlums. His words: “There’s no justification for killing protesters. It is unlawful and …

Imminent state of emergency, position of the law

By Henry Ojelu Following civil unrest in Lagos and other states across the country, there are indications that a state of emergency may soon be imposed on the country. Section 305 of the 1999 Constitution provides for the imposition of a state of emergency in the country or any part of it. The section empowers …

#ENDSARS protests signify emergence of a new Nigeria- Orbih

National Vice Chairman South South of the People’s Democratic Party(PDP) Chief Dan Orbih has urged government to seize the ongoing #ENDSARS protests to give birth to a new Nigeria. He said youths were making legitimate demands based on years of systemic failures and exclusion that must be addressed. In a statement on Wednesday, the PDP …

NDDC: ‘Buhari, NASS should not sweep IMC corruption under the carpet’

Transparency and Accountability Advancement Group has condemned President Muhammadu Buhari’s silence and the quietness of the National Assembly following cases of corruption linking the Interim Management Committee of the Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC. The group described the situation as sad and unfortunate, noting that Buhari ought to have addressed the situation a long time ago. …

#ENDSARS: Angry youths storm BRT Oyingbo station, set vehicles ablaze (Video)

Angry youths, Wednesday stormed BRT Oyinbo station, and set vehicles ablaze, following alleged killing of innocent #ENDSARS protesters by the Nigerian Army. Watch video below: https://www.vanguardngr.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/BRT.mp4 The post #ENDSARS: Angry youths storm BRT Oyingbo station, set vehicles ablaze (Video) appeared first on Vanguard News.

Mmofra: Aflik TV partners Animaxfyb Studios for new animation project

Popular African-American based media outlet, Aflik TV releases Mmofra through a partnership with Animaxfyb Studios. Mmofra is an animated educational children’s program that teaches children how to read alphabets, numbers, shapes, colors, and more age-appropriate topics to help in preparing them for school in a fun way. The program was launched on Monday, October 19, …

#Lekki Toll Gate killings: Forces beyond control makes dark history Sanwo-Olu

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lapos State. By Olasunkanmi Akoni Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu has described the Tuesday night killing of #EdnSARS protesters at Lekki Toll Gate as “the toughest night of our lives forces beyond our direct control have moved to make dark notes in our history, but we will face it and come …

#EndSARS: Osun hunters join protest

Shina Abubakar Osogbo As youths in Osun State continue to protest against Police brutality tagged #EndSARS in Osogbo, hunters in the state have also joined the protest calling for a complete reform of the police. Commandant of the Hunters Guild of Nigeria in Osun State, Nurein Hameed, addressing #EndSARS protesters at Olaiya junction on Tuesday …

#EndSARS: 4 police stations, Ajeromi/Ifelodun LG secretariat burnt

The Police Command in Lagos State has confirmed that four police stations and the secretariat of Ajeromi/Ifelodun Local Government have been burnt in the course of the #EndSars protests. The Command’s Police Public Relations Officer, SP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, in a statement on Tuesday said that the police formations burnt in the state were located in Orile, …

#EndSARS: Oyetola imposes 24-hour curfew on Osun

Gboyega Oyetola Governor Gboyega Oyetola, of Osun has declared a 24-hour curfew on the state, effective from 11:59 pm (today), until further notice. Oyetola said the curfew followed the dangerous dimension the EndSARS protest had assumed across the country, particularly in the South West states. A statement issued on Tuesday in Osogbo by the Secretary …

#EndSARS: Gov Lalong declares 24-hour curfew

Lalong signs 2020 revised budget into law Gov. Simon Lalong of Plateau, has imposed a 24-hour curfew in Jos North and Jos South Local Government Areas, from 8 p.m. on Tuesday Lalong gave the order while briefing newsmen on Tuesday at the Government House In Jos. “It is rather unfortunate that in the past few …

UNICEF supports development of child protection data in Kano State

United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), says it will support Kano State Government to set up the Child Protection Information Management System (CPIMS), to strengthen monitoring and management of child protection cases. Micheal Banda, Acting Team Leader, UNICEF Field Office Kano, stated this at the inauguration of the programme on Tuesday in Kano. Banda said: “CPIMS …