Breaking News from Nigerian Evening Newspapers and Evening News Saturday 5th October 2024
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Fubara regains control as APP wins 22 out of 23 chairmanship seats in Rivers
Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State has regained control of the Local Government structure as his loyalists who contested elections under the Action Peoples Party (APP) have won all but one of the 23 chairmanship positions. Chief Election Officer of the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission, Justice Adolphus Enebeli, declared the result in Port Harcourt,
Akwa Ibom Gov appoints Acting First Lady
Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State has appointed his daughter to replace his late wife as First Lady. The governor made the announcement during a condolence visit to his family by the Wife of the President, Mrs Oluremi Tinubu in Uyo. Eno in a shocking move, proclaimed Mrs. Helen Eno Obareki, as replacement for
Teachers, learners are victims of insecurity – NUT
The National President of Nigerian Union of Teachers, Comrade Audu Titus Amba, has said the school system in Nigeria has over the years suffered severe setbacks due to security and safety challenges. Speaking at the 2024 World Teachers Day celebration in Abuja, Amba called on Federal and State governments to put in place adequate measures
No Osimhen as Eguavoen picks Ekong, Lookman, 21 others to battle Libya
The reigning African Footballer of the Year, Victor Osimhen’s name is conspicuously absent as the Super Eagles Head Coach, Augustine Eguavoen, has called Captain William Ekong, rave-of-the-moment Ademola Lookman, in-form winger Moses Simon and 20 other players for this month’s home-and-away 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying battle with the Mediterranean Knights of Libya. Osimhen’s
Lobi Stars halt winless run with 1-0 victory against 3SC
Lobi Stars four-match winless run ended with a slim 1-0 victory over 3SC in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) week 5 match played on Saturday, October 5, at the Lafia Township Stadium in Nasarawa. Before the clash with 3SC, Lobi Stars had drawn one and lost three matches including the 0-1 home defeat to
‘Bishops musn’t die of hunger’, Adeboye defends Rolls Royce gift to Oyedepo
Pastor Enoch Adeboye, General Overseer of Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), says clergymen and Christians would be blamed if they die poor. Adeboye was reacting to the backlash that trailed the gift of a Rolls Royce to Bishop David Oyedepo of Living Faith Church during his 70th birthday. Critics questioned the display of wealth,
EFCC kicks as Emefiele moves to halt seizure of $2.4m, choice properties
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has asked the Federal High Court sitting in Lagos to dismiss a motion by the embattled former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) governor Godwin Emefiele, seeking to stop the forfeiture of properties and monies linked to him. The court had on August 25, 2024, authorised the EFCC to
LG Poll: Happenings in Rivers call for serious concern – Jonathan
Former President Goodluck Jonathan has said the ongoing political crisis in Rivers State calls for serious concern. In a statement issued on Saturday, Jonathan called on stakeholders to wade into the political situation immediately to avoid breakdown of law and order. He said, “I am aware that the local government election taking place in Rivers
Obasanjo, Adebanjo, others for Iwuanyanwu’s burial Nov 1
Top personalities including former President Olusegun, Yoruba leader, Pa Ayo Adebanjo, are among those expected to attend the burial ceremony of late Ohanaeze leader, Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu, on November 3, 2024. Chairman of the National Burial Planning Committee, Senator Ben Obi, who disclosed this in Abuja at the weekend, said more prominent Nigerians have expressed
Gbaja, Buhari’s children, others affected as FCTA moves to revoke C-of-Os
The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has issued a warning to 3,273 allottees to settle their outstanding payments for Certificates of Occupancy (C-of-O) within two weeks or risk revocation. The allottees include prominent Nigerians and corporate organisations. According to online newspaper, Premium Times, a two-week notice was issued by the administration to the affected plots
NPFL: Lobi Stars secure first win, Insurance hold El-Kanemi
Lobi Stars ended their barren run courtesy of a 1-0 win over Shooting Stars at the Lafia City Stadium on Saturday. Samuel Tiza’s 29th-minute strike separated both teams on the night. Lobi Stars have now amassed four points from five games in the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, this season. Eugene Agagbe’s side moved to
NPFL: Lobi Stars secure first win, Insurance hold El-Kanemi
Forfeiture of $2.4m: EFCC asks court to dismiss ex-CBN Gov Emefiele’s appeal
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has urged the Federal High Court in Lagos to dismiss an appeal filed by former governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, Godwin Emefiele, seeking to stop the forfeiture of $2.4 million and several choice properties linked to him. Emefiele’s legal team, led by Senior Advocate of
Forfeiture of $2.4m: EFCC asks court to dismiss ex-CBN Gov Emefiele’s appeal
NPFL: Kano Pillars sign Ahmed Musa, Shehu Abdullahi on free transfer
Kano Pillars have confirmed the signing of Ahmed Musa and Shehu Abdullahi, DAILY POST reports. The duo joined the four-time Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, champions in training this week. Musa and Abdullahi joined the Sai Masu on a free transfer. Musa is back at Pillars for a third stint, having featured for the club
NPFL: Kano Pillars sign Ahmed Musa, Shehu Abdullahi on free transfer
World Teachers Day: Obaseki, Commissioner for Education absent at annual ceremony
Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State, Commissioner for Education Joan Oviawe and the Executive Chairman of the State Universal Basic Education Board, SUBEB, Mrs. Salami Ozavize, were conspicuously absent as teachers celebrated the 2024 World Teachers Day in the state. The 2024 World Teachers Day has as its theme “Valuing Teachers’ Voices Towards New Social
World Teachers Day: Obaseki, Commissioner for Education absent at annual ceremony
BREAKING: Rivers LG polls: APP wins 22 chairmanship seats
The Action Peoples Party, APP, secured 22 out of 23 chairmanship positions in the recently concluded local government elections in Rivers State. According to Channels Television, retired Justice Adolphus Enebeli, Chief Election Officer of the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission, RSIEC, announced the results on Saturday in Port Harcourt. Enebeli noted that the announcement for
BREAKING: Rivers LG polls: APP wins 22 chairmanship seats
Enugu Govt demolishes another kidnappers’ den, warns property owners
Enugu State Government has demolished yet another property linked to kidnapping activities in the state, warning landlords that it would not entertain any excuses in enforcing relevant laws of the state mandating the government to bring down any property linked to such evil acts. DAILY POST reports that Section 315 (Second Amendment) of the Criminal
Enugu Govt demolishes another kidnappers’ den, warns property owners
Israeli airstrikes kill Hamas commander, wife, two daughters at home in northern Lebanon
Israeli airstrikes in northern Lebanon killed Hamas commander Saeed Attallah Ali, his wife, and their two daughters at their home in the Beddawi camp near Tripoli on Saturday. This marks the first reported strike in the area since the Gaza war erupted nearly a year ago, according to Al Jazeera. Israel has broadened its military
Israeli airstrikes kill Hamas commander, wife, two daughters at home in northern Lebanon
‘God corrected him’ – Mike Bamiloye backs Pastor Adeboye’s apology on tithe
The founder of the Mount Zion Faith Ministries, Mike Bamiloye, has backed Pastor Enoch Adeboye of the Redeemed Christian Church of God over his apology on the payment of tithe. Bamiloye said it wasn’t easy for Adeboye to publicly apologise over his past preaching on tithing. Pastor Adeboye had admitted to making a mistake in
‘God corrected him’ – Mike Bamiloye backs Pastor Adeboye’s apology on tithe
Ogun pensioners seek inclusion in health insurance scheme
As senior citizens struggle with health issues, the Nigeria Union of Pensioners, NUP, Ogun State chapter, has appealed to the state governor, Dapo Abiodun, to include pensioners in the national and state health insurance scheme. The pensioners made the appeal during the 2024 Pensioners Day celebration held at the NUP Secretariat Leme, Abeokuta, on Saturday.
Ogun pensioners seek inclusion in health insurance scheme
ISWAP invades Geidam town in Yobe, kills resident, destroys properties
In the early hours of Saturday, militants from the Islamic State West Africa Province, ISWAP, launched a deadly attack on Geidam town in Yobe State, killing one resident and causing widespread destruction, according to multiple sources. The assault began at around 3:30 am when the insurgents stormed the town, firing explosives indiscriminately and terrorising residents.
ISWAP invades Geidam town in Yobe, kills resident, destroys properties
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