The Nation Newspaper Today Headline Saturday 17th July 2021
The Nation Newspaper Today Headline and news Dailies Update on current affairs happening now in Nigeria today 17/07/21
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Kano govt drags cleric to court for blasphemy and incitement
Agency Reporter Kano state government has dragged an Islamic cleric, Sheikh Abduljabbar Kabara, to court for blasphemy and incitement. The state Commissioner for Informatiom, Mr Muhammed Garba, stated this in a release made available to newsmen on Friday evening. It said that the Kano-based Islamic cleric was famous for controversial religious commentaries and statements, which
Lagos community cries out over influx of hoodlums
Our Reporter Residents of Ibeju-Lekki area of Lagos have cried out over the influx of hoodlums into the communities around the area. The affected areas include Admiralty, Freedom Way, Jakande, Chevron, Ajah, Agungi, among others. where the hoodlums who usually pose as beggars during the day and criminals in the evening are found. A resident,
Seven dead, as strange disease hit Enugu market
By Damian Duruiheoma, Enugu A yet-to-be-confirmed illness on Friday killed seven persons and left nine others in critical condition at the New Artisan Market, Enugu. It was gathered that the bodies of the deceased, who were four men and three women, were discovered by the bewildered residents of the market early Friday morning. The chairman
Will Florence Ajimobi wear late husband’s shoes?
By Olushola Ricketts It is quite clear that filling the vacuum left by the immediate past governor of Oyo State, Senator Isiaq Abiola Ajimobi, who died last year will be hard. The late politician was a popular figure in Oyo and Nigeria at large even after he left office. It goes without saying that the
15 things you should know about Obi Cubana
By Ekaete Bassey Obi Cubana has been trending following the show of affluence on the occasion of his late mother’s funeral and burial ceremonies. The 46-year-old nightlife boss, who lost his mother in December 2020 and recently had her immortalised with a pendant and neckpiece worth $100,000, succeeded in announcing his village to the world.
Commissioner explains cause of deaths in Enugu market
By Damian Duruiheoma, Enugu Enugu Ministry of Health has said cholera outbreak was responsible for the death of seven people in New Artisan Market, Enugu. Nineteen other persons have been hospitalised with loose stool and vomiting. Confirming the cholera outbreak in the market, Commissioner of Health, Dr. Emmanuel Obi, said after preliminary tests “it was
Amotekun commander, three others killed in fresh Igangan attack
By Yinka Adeniran, Ibadan Gunmen suspected to be herdsmen again struck late Friday night in Igangan, Ibarapa North Local Government Area of Oyo state killing four residents. The attack was however repelled by the swift response of local security operatives. The Commander of Amotekun Corps in Ibarapa Central simply identified as Muri was among the
Army general killed by gunmen buried in Abuja
Our Reporter Angst and despair filled the air on Friday in Abuja as former Provost Marshal of the Nigeria Army, Major-General Hassan Ahmed, was laid to rest 24 hours after his assassination by yet to be identified gunmen at Abaji in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The army general, a member of 40th Regular Course,
Ondo bank robbery: Residents recount shocking moments
By Osagie Otabor, Akure Residents of Ilara Mokin in Ifedore Local Government Area, Ondo State have recalled how they escaped being hit by stray bullets fired by 15 armed robbers who yesterday attacked a bank in the locality. Some said it was sporadic gunshots and sound of explosives that jolted them from sleep and they
Adeboye consoles Prophet TB Joshua’s wife
By Adeola Ogunlade General Overseer of The Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) Pastor Enoch Adeboye has condoled with family of late founder of Synagogue Church of All Nations (SCOAN), Prophet T.B Joshua. Adeboye’s condolence was contained in a letter he personally signed to wife of the late popular televangelist, Evelyn, dated June 17, 2021.
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