ISWAP fighters arrested as troops repel attack on Yobe town
Troops of the Nigerian army have repelled an attack by suspected fighters of the Islamic State of West Africa Province (ISWAP) in Buni Yadi, Gujba LGA of Yobe state. Bukar Bulama, a resident of Buni Yadi, told TheCable that the insurgents attacked the town in armoured trucks on Sunday evening. Bulama said […]
It’s unethical for doctors to embark on strike, says Ngige
Chris Ngige, minister for labour and employment, says it is unethical for medical doctors to embark on strike. He spoke on Sunday at the induction of six University of Abuja (UniAbuja) medical graduates into the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN). Ngige advised the inductees, which include Andrew Ngige, his son, […]
Army: How notorious IPOB/ESN leader was arrested in Enugu
The Nigerian army says its troops have arrested Godwin Nnamdi, a suspected leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and Eastern Security Network (ESN). Onyema Nwachukwu, army spokesperson, confirmed the arrest in a statement on Sunday. He said the “notorious leader” was nabbed in Nkanu East LGA of Enugu during a […]
OBITUARY: Desmond Tutu, teacher’s son who wanted to be a doctor but became anti-apartheid priest
A life well spent. A journey thoroughly maximised. A cycle that birthed generational impact. If the most thoughtful definition of a life well spent is that which proffered hope to the beleaguered, gave voice to the muffled and shone spotlight to the plight of the downtrodden, then Desmond Tutu can be styled as one […]
‘The world is different because of him’ — Archbishop of Canterbury, Buhari mourn Desmond Tutu
Justin Welby, Archbishop of Canterbury, says Desmond Tutu transformed the people around the world while he lived. Tutu, one of the leaders of the anti-apartheid movement, died on Sunday at the age of 90. President Muhammadu Buhari also commiserated with the family and citizens of South Africa on the passing of Tutu. […]
Uche Nwosu, Okorocha’s son-in-law, arrested in Imo church
Uche Nwosu, former governorship candidate of Action Alliance (AA) in Imo state, has been arrested by the police operatives. A statement issued by Michael Abattam, spokesperson of the Imo police command, said Nwosu was not abducted and is presently in police detention. “This is to inform the general public that Chief Uche […]
Looters on rampage as fire guts Next Cash and Carry supermarket in Abuja
Next Cash and Carry, a supermarket in the federal capital territory (FCT), has been gutted by fire. The supermarket is located along Ahmadu Bello way, Kado-Kuchi area of Jahi-Kado expressway. According to witnesses, the fire started around 8am on Sunday. TheCable understands that looting is ongoing at the supermarket while the […]
Amaechi: Money left behind by Jonathan couldn’t run Nigeria for three weeks
Rotimi Amaechi, minister of transportation, says the money left in the country’s coffers by former President Goodluck Jonathan was not sufficient enough to last for three weeks. Speaking during a Channels Television programme, the minister said President Muhammadu Buhari cleared some rots in the system when he came into power in 2015 […]
‘Don’t raise your voice, improve your argument’ — famous quotes of Desmond Tutu
When you hear Desmond Tutu, what comes to your mind? Anti-apartheid warrior, of course. Tutu, one of the leaders of the anti-apartheid movement, played a vital role in the fight — non-violent — against white minority rule in South Africa. On Sunday, President Cyril Ramaphosa of South Africa announced the death of Tutu […]
Gunmen abduct traditional ruler in Plateau
Charles Mato, the Sum Pyem of Gindri, in Mangu LGA of Plateau, has been abducted. The traditional ruler was kidnapped by gunmen on Sunday. Ishaku Takwa, media officer of operation safe haven (OPSH), confirmed the abduction. OPSH is the military task force maintaining peace in the state. Takwa told NAN […]