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Gen Lekwot to Gov Sani: What You Have Done in Six Months Gladdens Our Hearts
The Former Governor of Rivers State and elder stateman, Gen. Zamani Lekwot (Retd), has applauded Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna State for his commendable efforts to unite Kaduna State since coming on board six months ago. Lekwot, who spoke on behalf of the awardees during the recently concluded Maiden Southern Kaduna Festival wherein he received
Kayode-Laguda Wins APC ticket To Fill Gbajabiamila’s Rep Seat
Fuad Kayode-Laguda, a financial expert and public servant, has emerged as the candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the Surulere 1 Constituency House of Representatives by-election. This was confirmed on Saturday following his victory in the party’s primary election, which took place at the Teslim Balogun Stadium in Surulere, Lagos. Fake certificate: NANS
Death toll from IS bombings now 91 – Iran
A bombing attack in southern Iran claimed by the Islamic State group has killed 91 people, state media said Saturday, raising an earlier toll after two victims had succumbed to wounds. The two blasts in Kerman on Wednesday hit crowds at a memorial ceremony near the tomb of Qasem Soleimani, a top Revolutionary Guards general
N585m fraud allegation an attempt to undermine my efforts – Betta Edu
Betta Edu, the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, has said that the N585m fraud allegation against her is an attempt by some forces to undermine the efforts the ministry is making to fight corruption and uplift the needy. Betta Edu stated this in a statement posted on her Facebook page on Saturday. The
Bye-election: APC kicks as Alia suspends party’s primary in Benue
Controversy has trailed the All Progressives Congress (APC) primary election in Benue State after Governor Hyacinth Alia suspended the exercise intended to pick a candidate for the February 4 by-election to fill a vacancy in the State House of Assembly. Our correspondent reports that the vacancy for the seat of Guma 1 state constituency was
Bye-election: FUTO Prof emerges APC candidate, to contest Umahi’s vacant seat
A professor of Agricultural Extension Administration at the Federal University of Technology Owerri (FUTO), Prof. Anthony Okorie, has emerged as the candidate of the Ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) for Ebonyi South Senatorial District in the February 4 bye-election. He polled 281 votes out of 285 accredited voters. Announcing the result at Afikpo local government
Inter Milan go five points clear at the top of Serie A
Davide Frattesi put Inter Milan five points clear at the top of Serie A on Saturday with a last-gasp winner which gave his team a thrilling, and controversial, 2-1 victory over Verona. Italy midfielder Frattesi rammed home the decisive strike on the rebound in the third minute of stoppage time of an incredible match at
Palliative saga: Accountant General disowns Betta Edu, faults N585m transfer into private account
The Accountant-General of the Federation (AGF), Dr. Oluwatoyin Madein, has faulted the ‘disbursement’ of N585,189,500.00 into a personal account. Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Dr Betta Edu, in a viral document personally signed by her and directed to the Office of the AGF, instructed the payment of the funds to one Oniyelu Bridget
Gunmen kidnap Imo traditional ruler
Gunmen abducted the traditional ruler of Orodo Autonomous Community in Mbaitoli Local Government Area of Imo, Eze Samuel Ohiri from his residence on Saturday. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) gathered that the heavily armed four-man gang stormed the residence of the former chairman of the Council of Imo traditional rulers driving in a green-coloured
Scholars seek peaceful coexistence, proper understanding of Sharia
Islamic scholars, lawmakers, and other stakeholders have met in Lagos, calling for peaceful coexistence and avoidance of misinformation that could lead to conflict in Nigeria and other parts of the world. They spoke at the 15th annual Islamic International conference organized by Daaru Na’im Academy for Sharia Science of Nigeria with the theme, “The Link
Ekiti State University dissociates from list of 15 ‘fake’ professors
The Ekiti State University, EKSU, Ado Ekiti, has disowned the list of 15 professors purportedly released by the National Universities Commission, NUC, and associated with the institution. This was contained in a statement signed by the university’s Head of the Directorate of Information and Corporate Affairs, Bode Olofinmuagun. The statement reads: “The attention of the
Ekiti State University dissociates from list of 15 ‘fake’ professors
Niger Tornadoes chief promises quick return to home ground
Niger Tornadoes Chairman Ibrahim Dada has assured the club supporters that the team will soon return to the Bako Kontagora Stadium in Minna. The Ikon Allah Boys home ground is undergoing renovation after it failed to meet Nigeria Premier Football League requirements to host games. The Minna club currently play their home matches at the
Niger Tornadoes chief promises quick return to home ground
Akwa United Coach Abdulahi demands commitment from players
Akwa United caretaker coach Umar Abdullahi has tasked his players to be more committed and determined in their approach to games. Abdullahi believed that doing these would help the team get positive results and escape relegation. Akwa United will face Abia Warriors at the Eket Township Stadium on Sunday. “Every matchday provides us with an
Akwa United Coach Abdulahi demands commitment from players
Fire destroys shops in Adamawa
A wildfire outside the premises of the Federal College of Education, FCE, in Yola has destroyed 10 shops. The fire that occurred on Saturday reportedly resulted from bush burning. The incident left the victims in anguish, lamenting the loss of wares they said ran into millions of naira. Adamawa State Deputy Governor, Professor Kaletapwa Farauta,
Fire destroys shops in Adamawa
NNPCL announces donation for trending MumZee
Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, NNPCL, has announced a donation for a Nigerian woman, identified as MumZee, who gained fame online by impressing users through her exemplary wifely duties. Criticism from certain women spurred social media users to make cash donations that have now exceeded N2 million. To this end, NNPCL joined the donors on
NNPCL announces donation for trending MumZee
Plateau killings: ‘Nigeria may become another Somalia’ – Gov Mutfwang warns
Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau State has issued a warning that without immediate action to halt the long-standing violence claiming lives in the state, Nigeria could find itself in a situation akin to war-torn Somalia. Concerned about the prolonged cycle of violence, the governor called for collective efforts from critical leaders to address root causes
Plateau killings: ‘Nigeria may become another Somalia’ – Gov Mutfwang warns
EPL: Arteta reveals Arsenal duo he is missing
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has admitted that the absence of Jurrien Timber and Thomas Partey has been a ‘huge blow’ for the Gunners. Arteta spoke at his pre-match press conference ahead of Arsenal’s FA Cup third-round clash with Liverpool on Sunday at Emirates Stadium. Both Timber and Partey are currently recovering from injuries. He said:
EPL: Arteta reveals Arsenal duo he is missing
Soludo calls for collaboration to tackle erosion in Anambra community
Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, has said that the Oko community in Orumba North Local Government Area, where former Vice President of Nigeria, the late Dr Alex Ekwueme, hailed from, may go extinct in the next 50 years as a result of erosion. Soludo stated this at the weekend while unveiling a magnificent civic
Soludo calls for collaboration to tackle erosion in Anambra community
‘Your mistake could ruin the country’ – Prof Pate warns journalists
Journalists have been cautioned that they need to be careful about what they write, as one careless sentence from them could spell doom for an entire country. Professor of Mass Communication, Umar Pate, made the point in Yola on Saturday as a guest speaker at an awards ceremony, stressing the need for journalists to always
‘Your mistake could ruin the country’ – Prof Pate warns journalists
Soludo thanks military for liberating Anambra from criminals
Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, received the Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Christopher Musa, at the Anambra Governor’s Lodge in Amawbia on Friday. Soludo, while receiving Musa, commended the Nigerian Army for her efforts in ensuring the liberation of eight local government areas of the state that were previously under the control of criminals
Soludo thanks military for liberating Anambra from criminals
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