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Obama Announces Food Initiative for Africa

“Today, I can announce a new global effort we are calling a ‘New Alliance’ for food security and nutrition. And, to get the job done, we are bringing together all the key players around a shared commitment,” said Obama. At a food security forum in Washington, the president said ending hunger by making African farms […]

“Why the Armed Forces Took Over” – Buhari in 1984 – By Nasir el-Rufai

Posted by admin Articles, Columnists, Muhammadu Buhari (1983-85, 2015 - 2023), Nasir El-Rufai, NNP Columnists, Presidency Sunday, May 20th, 2012

By Nasir El-Rufai | NNP | May 20, 2012 – In pursuance of the primary objective of saving our great nation from total collapse, I, Major-General Muhammadu Buhari of the Nigerian army have, after due consultation amongst the services of the armed forces, been formally invested with the authority of the Head of the Federal […]

When Democracy Lacks Accountability – By Arnold A. Alalibo

Posted by admin Arnold Alalibo, Articles, Columnists, NNP Columnists Sunday, May 20th, 2012

By Arnold A. Alalibo | NNP | May 20, 2012 – Since Abraham Lincoln defined democracy as “Government of the people, by the people and for the people”, it has remained the most popular and acceptable definition of the term. The reason is that it encapsulates and conveys the essence of democracy as it was […]

Nigerians, Where Do We Go From Here? – By Dr. Leonard K. Shilgba

Posted by admin Articles, Columnists, Leonard K. Shilgba, PhD, NNP Columnists Sunday, May 20th, 2012

By Dr. Leonard K. Shilgba | Yola, Nigeria | May 20, 2012 – Only a few Nigerians may not be aware that their country is presently engaged with too many problems on her plate. But how do we articulate those problems in a way that facilitates an understanding of both the dimension and probable solutions? […]

TB Joshua – The Bigger Picture – By Eric Abena

Posted by admin Articles, Columnists, Eric Abena, NNP Columnists Sunday, May 20th, 2012

By Eric Abena | Douala, Cameroon | May 20, 2012 – Although the Almighty has no need of human trumpeters to defend His own, recent subjective media reports have compelled me to comment on the ongoing and contentious issue of Prophet T.B. Joshua, a name that can’t seem to leave the news since his well-publicized […]

Nigeria Still Redeemable –Bishop Badejo •As Fayemi Buries Mum

Posted by admin Ekiti, Headlines, State News Saturday, May 19th, 2012

THE Catholic Bishop of Oyo Diocese, Most Reverend Emmanuel Badejo, on Friday, expressed the hope that Nigeria could still be pulled back from the brinks, if the people were willing to put the fear God in their dealings. Bishop Badejo made the remarks in his homily at the funeral mass for Mrs. Dorcas Aina Fayemi, […]

If Jonathan Fails Nigerians, That’s His Business —Edwin Clark

Posted by admin Goodluck Jonathan (2010-present), Presidency Saturday, May 19th, 2012

First Republic Minister of Information and Ijaw leader, Chief Edwin Clark, speaks with SYLVESTER IDOWU recently on sundry issues, including 2015 presidency and the probability of President Goodluck Jonathan seeking another four-year tenure. Excerpts: Clark Do you support the call for a Sovereign National Conference(SNC) now? No, I don’t. People do not know the meaning […]

Agoro Threatens to Sue Buhari, FG over Buhari’s treasonable statements

Posted by admin Latest Politics Saturday, May 19th, 2012

Chairman of the National Action Council, Dr Olapade Agoro, has vowed to sue Major General Muhammed Buhari (rtd) and the Federal Government unless the retired general is arrested and prosecuted over a statement credited to him that the Federal Government was worse than Boko Haram. Buhari, the candidate of the Congress for Progressive Change (CPC) […]

‘Jonathan’s Aide Demanded N5m For Access to President’

Posted by admin Goodluck Jonathan (2010-present), Presidency Saturday, May 19th, 2012

There was a twist at a ministerial platform programme in Abuja, on Friday, as one of the participants accused an unnamed Principal Secretary to President Goodluck Jonathan of demanding N5 million before he (the participant) could be allowed to meet the President. Saturday Tribune, which was at the National Press Centre, venue of the programme, […]

‘Buhari Must Watch His Words’

Posted by admin Muhammadu Buhari (1983-85, 2015 - 2023), Presidency Saturday, May 19th, 2012

AS the war of words involving the Presidency and a former Head of State, General Muhammadu Buhari, ahead 2015 rages, Arewa Youth Forum for Peace and Unity has described Buhari’s recent statement concerning 2015 as uncalled for. Also, a former Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Engineer Muhammed Abba-Gana and chairman, National Council for […]