Hammed Shittu in Ilorin The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has raised the alarm on the high rate and prevalence of drug addicts in the country. The agency noted that Nigeria is leading beyond the the five per cent international coverage of drug abuse globally, lamenting that the country currently […] The post NAFDAC Decries High Rate of Drug Addiction in Nigeria appeared first on THISDAYLIVE.

Adedayo Akinwale in Abuja The federal government has assured commuters and Lagos residents that the Third Mainland Bridge does not pose any structural danger and it is safe to use. It also insisted that all the tests done preparatory to the closure of the bridge to commence comprehensive maintenance works indicated that the integrity of […] The post FG: Third Mainland Bridge Poses no Structural Danger, Safe to Use appeared first on THISDAYLIVE.

President Muhammadu Buhari has expressed shock and sadness over the terrible attacks on several churches and hotels in Sri Lanka on the holy day of Easter. He said Nigerians stand with the people of Sri Lanka at this very terrible moment. Buhari extended deepest condolences to the families of those killed in the attacks and […] The post Nigeria Stands with Sri Lanka over Terror Attacks, Says Buhari appeared first on THISDAYLIVE.

The Kaduna State Police Command on Sunday said it has restored law and order on Nnamdi Azikiwe express way after irate youths blocked the byepass over an alleged overnight kidnapping in Kaduna. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reported that at about 1 a.m., suspected gunmen stormed Rariya community near Kabala and allegedly kidnapped some […] The post Kidnapping: Police Restore Order in Kaduna appeared first on THISDAYLIVE.

Emmanuel Ugwu in Umuahia Nigerians have been urged to apply the lesson of the Easter celebration to build a new nation that is free of corruption, nepotism, tribalism and all the negative tendencies that stifle national growth and development. The Methodist Archbishop, Archdiocese of Umuahia, Most Rev Chibuzo Raphael Opoko, gave this advice in his […] The post Build Nation Free of Corruption, Nepotism, Tribalism, Cleric Urges Nigerians appeared first on THISDAYLIVE.

David-Chyddy Eleke in Awka The Anglican Bishop of Awka Diocese, Rt Rev. Alexander Ibezim, has reminded government, both at the federal and state levels that they owe Nigerians the duty of protecting their lives and properties. Bishop Ibezim who was making reference to news of countless killings, both by Boko Haram insurgents and armed bandits […] The post Bloodletting getting out of Hand, Bishop Tells Govt appeared first on THISDAYLIVE.

Demola Ojo The Edo State Government has concluded plans to develop a database for licensed miners operating in the state, as part of Governor Godwin Obaseki’s arrangement to guarantee adequate security and a conducive environment for miners to operate freely. Commissioner for Minerals, Oil and Gas, Hon. Joseph Ugheoke, disclosed this after a quarterly meeting […] The post Edo State Assures Miners of Safety appeared first on THISDAYLIVE.

BY Babatunde Moshood The proof of the pudding is in the eating, says an old English proverb but let’s tweak that a little to say that the proof of a sterling performance in public office may be said to lie in the quantum of verifiable evidence made available to the public. This is the first […] The post Proof of The Pudding appeared first on THISDAYLIVE.

 Judge refuses application to transfer case to Sapele Omon-Julius Onabu in Asaba A High Court sitting in Asaba has fixed April 30 and May 15 for hearing in the case involving four persons arrested over the murder of Miss Elozino Ogege, a 300 Level Mass Communication student of the Delta State University Abraka, in November […] The post Case of DELSU Student’s Killers Adjourned till April 30 appeared first on THISDAYLIVE.

A series of coordinated bombings ripped across Sri Lanka on Sunday morning, striking hotels and churches, killing almost 200 people and shattering the relative calm that the war-torn nation had enjoyed in recent years. The targets of the attacks were Catholic worshipers attending Easter Mass and guests at high-end hotels that are popular with foreign […] The post Explosions in Churches, Hotels Kill 200 in Sri Lanka on Easter Sunday appeared first on THISDAYLIVE.

James Sowole in Akure Mr Segun Ajiboye, the Chief Press Secretary to Governor Rotimi Akeredolu of Ondo State yesterday has said that his boss has yet to receive any query from the All Progressives Congress’ National Working Committee. The party has reportedly suspended the governor for anti-party activities. However, when contacted, the governor’s spokesman said: […] The post I’m Not Aware of My Suspension, Says Akeredolu appeared first on THISDAYLIVE.

Buhari: Bloodshed, particularly this season, unacceptable Obi: Nigeria in prolonged period of misfortune Ekweremadu advocates justice, security as Mark sues for unity Ambode preaches love, sacrifice Ugwuanyi urges commitment to Christian values CAN calls for tolerance Our Correspondents Sharing the same platform to offer felicitations to Nigerian Christians as they join the faithful the world […] The post Easter: Leaders Hope for a Better Future appeared first on THISDAYLIVE.

John Shiklam in Kaduna Gunmen suspected to be kidnappers on Friday, invaded a resort and holiday centre popularly called Kajuru Castle in Kajuru Local Government Area of Kaduna State and killed two people while three others were abducted. The incident reportedly occurred at about midnight on Friday, when the bandits, said to be armed with […] The post Gunmen Kill 2, Abduct 3 in Kaduna appeared first on THISDAYLIVE.

Alex Enumah in Abuja The National Judicial Council (NJC), at the weekend, approved the request of President Muhammadu Buhari and extended the appointment of Justice Tanko Muhammad as the acting Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN) for another three months. The decision to extend Muhammad’s appointment, according to a statement from the Council, was reached on […] The post Buhari Extends Tanko Muhammad’s Appointment as Acting CJN appeared first on THISDAYLIVE.

Joseph Ushigiale Business mogul and billionaire who made his fortune in oil and gas sector, Mr. Femi Otedola has described the 2019 Arise Fashion Week as a fantastic show put together by the Arise Media group as the show entered its second day in Lagos Saturday. Otedola, who shied away from answering follow up questions […] The post Arise 2019 Fashion Week Fantastic, Says Otedola appeared first on THISDAYLIVE.

When two elephants fight, it is the grass that suffers. But when those two elephants also happen to be royal fathers, and no measly village royals either, but two of the most respected monarchs in Yorubaland, then what suffers is much more than mere grass. There is no gainsaying that the Ooni of Ife HRH […] The post Royal Rumble: Who Will Settle Oba Enitan Ogunwusi and Oba Akinruntan’s Fight? appeared first on THISDAYLIVE.

Using a TV Show to Speak to Power in Nigeria With a slight grin forming on her visage, the delectable woman sits still staring at the camera. Then, she turns her head to acknowledge her guest on the TV show with a smile and a glint in her eyeballs. Her mellifluous voice wafts through the […] The post OSASU IGBINEDION : How One Woman’s Voice Fills a Void in Nigeria’s Media Space appeared first on THISDAYLIVE.

You can never measure the milk of human kindness unless you throw yourself at charity and benevolence and ensure succour for victims of unfair circumstances. In the last few years, Ibidun Ighodalo, the former Miss Lux and wife of top Lagos Pastor Ituah Ighodalo, has used her own life’s experience as the platform through which […] The post The Match-Maker: Ibidun Ighodalo Helping Young Ladies to Find Perfect Partners appeared first on THISDAYLIVE.

Some cannot come to terms with the closing of a chapter. They take long, lingering looks behind until they are trapped in continuously playing loops of memories of things long gone. Some refuse to contemplate it, like cinema-goers sitting expectantly, popcorn in hand, hours after the show has ended. Some like Abisola Kolapo Daisi see […] The post End of an Era: Bisola Daisi (Nee Ajimobi) Prepares for Life After Government … Reduces Social Engagements appeared first on THISDAYLIVE.

After spending many years on the outside looking in from the window at the presumed opulence and ease of power, Oyo Governor-Elect Seyi Makinde is finding out the hard way that uneasy lies the head that wears a crown. And not just any crown but the crown of Oyo executive, a position that throws him […] The post Seyi Makinde in Dilemma … As Elites Put Pressure on Him Over Appointments appeared first on THISDAYLIVE.