Breaking News from Nigerian Evening Newspapers and Evening News Saturday 19th October 2024
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Tinubu returns from European trip
President Bola Tinubu has returned to the country after his trips to England and France. The presidency announced this on Saturday night, releasing a footage of the presidential jet touching down at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja. The president left Nigeria for the United Kingdom on October 2 and later proceeded to France. Although the
‘He has been my counsellor since I assumed Office’, Tinubu hails Gowon at 90
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has paid glowing tribute to former Head of State, General Yakubu Gowon, on his 90th birthday, describing his as a gentleman extraordinaire and his Counselor since assumption of office. In a tribute he personally signed, the President said the elder statesman has done a lot for “our country and served meritoriously
General Yakubu Gowon at 90
By Is’haq Modibbo Kawu There are too many strands of my memory that are directly linked to the remarkable spaces that General Yakubu Gowon occupies in our national history. As we all celebrate his 90th birthday, I feel it’s important to begin to unpack memory as part of our unending tribute to that remarkable human
LG poll: No election held in Kaduna, says PDP
The opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has kicked against the Saturday local government election in Kaduna State, saying the exercise was not held in the state. Our correspondent reports that skeletal voting commenced in the Tudun Wada area in Kaduna South Local Government Area of the state around 3.30pm. But speaking to our correspondent on
Former First Lady Urges Increased Synergies Against Cancer
Deaconess Omolewa Ahmed, the immediate past Fast Lady of Kwara State, has urged a wider collaboration among government and key stakeholders to fight cancer in Nigeria. She made the call during an endurance walk with women and other organisations in Ilorin,on Saturday. According to her, there is the need to scale up awareness and efforts
Abuja principal murdered at home
The Principal of Abuja Rehabilitation Center, Bala Tsoho Musa, has been killed by a yet-to-be-identified assailant. Musa, popularly referred as comrade, was reportedly found dead on Friday night inside the center, located in Kuchiko, a community in Bwari Area Council of Abuja. Daily Trust reports that the center was originally set up by the Federal
Jigawa governor suspends commissioner nabbed with married woman
Governor Umar A. Namadi of Jigawa State has approved the immediate suspension of Auwalu Dalladi Sankara as Honourable Commissioner Ministry of Special Duties and member of the State Executive Council pending an investigation into allegations made by the Kano State Hisbah. This was contained in a statement signed by the Secretary to the Government of
Kaduna LG poll: Vehicles on highways as residents defy movement restrictions
Kaduna residents on Saturday defied the movement restrictions imposed by the state government as local government election held in the state. The state government, through the office of the overseeing Commissioner of the Ministry of Internal Security and Home Affairs, Samuel Aruwan, had issued a statement on Friday, restricting movement from 6 a.m. to 7
Soludo Shuns Ofala Festival as rift with Obi of Onitsha deepens
The crisis between the governor of Anambra State, Prof. Charles Soludo, and the Obi of Onitsha, Igwe Alfred Achebe, has taken a worse turn. The governor, who has been a regular guest at the annual Onitsha Ofala Festival, shunned the 2024 edition on Friday. While as a guest last year, Soludo had promised to partner
Japa: I cleaned bullets daily In Libya, slept in middle of bombs – Survivor
Alagie Kanteh, a human trafficking survivor, has recounted his experience when he attempted to travel to Europe. The victim was the only survivor among the 11 of them that were trafficked to Italy. He narrated his ordeal at an ECOWAS Parliament meeting with youths in Banjul, The Gambia. According to the Italian returnee who left
Pogba’s contract will be terminated – Juventus
Juventus director Cristiano Giuntoli has confirmed that the club will terminate Paul Pogba’s contract. According to Giuntoli, Pogba is now surplus to requirement in the team. He said: “Pogba was a great player but we have different plans now. We’ve invested in different players and our team is now complete.” Pogba’s second stint with the
Pogba’s contract will be terminated – Juventus
EPL: Arsenal miss chance to go top after shock 2-0 defeat at Bournemouth
Arsenal missed the chance to go top of the Premier League after they suffered a shock 2-0 defeat at Bournemouth in Saturday’s late kick-off. The result saw the Gunners’ unbeaten start to the campaign come to an end. Mikel Arteta’s men went down to 10 men in the first half after William Saliba was sent
EPL: Arsenal miss chance to go top after shock 2-0 defeat at Bournemouth
Turkey: Osimhen scores in Galatasaray’s win at Antalyaspor
Victor Osimhen scored on his return to action as Galatasaray thrashed Antalyaspor 3-0 in their Turkish Super Lig clash on Saturday. Osimhen returned to training this week after spending time on the sidelines with an injury. The Nigeria international started the game on the bench, replacing Mauro Icardi 12 minutes from time. The striker netted
Turkey: Osimhen scores in Galatasaray’s win at Antalyaspor
We won’t allow results from Govt House — Wike issues 2027 election warning
As the 2027 general elections approach, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has issued a stern warning to those opposing him in Rivers State. Wike warned that those against him won’t be allowed to carry out electoral malpractice from the Rivers State House of Assembly during the 2027 general elections. Speaking in
We won’t allow results from Govt House — Wike issues 2027 election warning
NPFL: Akwa United can beat Rangers with right spirit — Defender Ndon
Akwa United defender Wisdom Ndon has declared that the team will approach their matchday eight fixture against Rangers with commitment and determination. Ndon said that only hard work can help the Uyo club win in the encounter The Promise Keepers will host the Flying Antelopes at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium on Monday. “It has
NPFL: Akwa United can beat Rangers with right spirit — Defender Ndon
‘Go home, Nigerians have rejected you’ – Wike replies Atiku
Former Rivers State governor, Nyesom Wike, has told Atiku Abubakar that the former Vice President has been rejected by Nigerians. Wike said the Adamawa-born politician should pack up and go back to his home town because, according to him, the ex-VP had contested elections and failed several times. Mocking Atiku, while addressing his followers in
‘Go home, Nigerians have rejected you’ – Wike replies Atiku
Violence against health workers worrisome – ICRC
The International Committee for Red Cross, ICRC, has expressed worry over increasing violence against health workers and volunteers in conflict theatres in parts of the country. The First Aid and Pre-hospital Care Field Officer of ICRC, Omoruyi Daniel Edobor, said that health workers are often helpless during conflicts. He addressed a group of journalists during
Violence against health workers worrisome – ICRC
NPFL: Enyimba in Maiduguri to beat El-Kanemi – Ekwutoziam
Enyimba midfielder Eze Ekwutoziam has said the players are battle-ready for the clash against El-Kanemi Warriors. Ekwutoziam said they are determined to return to winning ways against the Borno Army. DAILY POST recalls that Enyimba were held to a 1-1 draw by Niger Tornadoes in a midweek fixture on Thursday. “We are up against El-Kanemi
NPFL: Enyimba in Maiduguri to beat El-Kanemi – Ekwutoziam
EPL: Saliba banned for Arsenal vs Liverpool clash
Arsenal defender William Saliba will miss next Sunday’s Premier League clash against Liverpool. Saliba was sent off during the first half of Saturday’s game at Bournemouth. The France defender was initially shown a yellow card for pulling back Evanilson. But referee Rob Jones was advised by VAR to check the pitchside monitor. After reviewing the
EPL: Saliba banned for Arsenal vs Liverpool clash
NPFL: Kwara United midfielder Alalade targets more goals against Kano Pillars
Kwara United midfielder Wasiu Alalade has expressed his desire to add to his goal tally in the clash against Kano Pillars. Alalade has registered two goals for Kwara United in the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, this season. Kwara United will lock horns with Kano Pillars in Sunday’s matchday eight fixture at the Muhammad Dikko
NPFL: Kwara United midfielder Alalade targets more goals against Kano Pillars
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