Breaking News from Nigerian Evening Newspapers and Evening News Sunday 17th November 2024
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target=_blank>Ex-DG NIA, Amb Zakari, dies at 81
A former Director General of the Nigerian Intelligence Agency (NIA), Ambassador Zakari Ibrahim, has died at the age of 81. A statement issued by the family of the deceased said he died in Abuja after a brief illness. The late Talban Katsina was buried at Dantakun Cemetery, Katsina, after a funeral prayer held at the
target=_blank>Truck crushes revenue collector to death in Lagos
The Lagos State Police Command has commenced manhunt for a fleeing truck driver who allegedly ran over a yet-to-be-identified revenue collector on the Lagos-Ibadan expressway. The truck driver and his conductor reportedly fled from the scene following the severity of the accident on Sunday. The General Manager of LASTMA, Mr. Olalekan Bakare-Oki, who confirmed the
target=_blank>Kaduna’s Healthcare Scorecard Is Impressive – Dep Gov
Kaduna State has exceeded the target of the National Primary Healthcare Development Agency’s target of 90% performance by 8%, which reflects the dedication and hard work of Governor Uba Sani’s administration. The Deputy Governor, Dr Hadiza Balarabe, who disclosed this at a retreat for all the newly elected 23 local government chairmen of Kaduna State
target=_blank>Governor Fintiri’s Intervention in the Economic Sector
Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri’s administration has redefined agriculture in Adamawa State by adopting a dynamic and comprehensive approach that integrates food production, environmental sustainability, and economic empowerment. Recognizing agriculture as a cornerstone of the state’s development, Governor Fintiri has introduced forward-thinking policies and programs aimed at transforming the sector into a driver of inclusive growth
target=_blank>Reactions as Shettima recognises Sanusi as Emir of Kano
Reactions have trailed the recognition of Muhammadu Sanusi II as the 16th Emir of Kano by Vice President Kashim Shettima. Daily Trust reports that the Vice President on his official Facebook and X accounts had addressed Sanusi as the 16th Emir, prompting reactions by social media users who took it as an endorsement of Sanusi’s
target=_blank>Barau describes Outcome of Ondo poll as endorsement of APC, Tinubu’s administration
Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau I Jibrin, has hailed the All Progressives Congress (APC) victory in Saturday’s governorship election in Ondo State, describing it as a further endorsement of the ruling party. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Sunday declared Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of the APC as the winner of Saturday’s governorship
target=_blank>Ondo guber: Go to court if dissatisfied, Tinubu tells PDP, others
President Bola Tinubu has urged candidates dissatisfied with the outcome of the Ondo State governorship election to explore the opportunities provided by the judicial system to seek redress. President Tinubu who congratulated Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of the All Progressives Congress (APC) also commended the peaceful conduct of the process. The President congratulated other candidates of
target=_blank>Oyebanji: Aiyedatiwa’s victory shows vote of confidence in Tinubu’s leadership
Governor Biodun Oyebanji of Ekiti State has congratulated his Ondo State counterpart, Mr. Lucky Aiyedatiwa, on his victory at the Saturday’s governorship election. Governor Aiyedatiwa, who was the flag bearer of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the November 16, 2024 election, was declared winner by the Independent Electoral Commission (INEC) shortly after the conclusion
target=_blank>Ondo Victory: Plot to capture Oyo, Osun on course – Ganduje
National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Alhaji Abdullahi Ganduje, has said the plot to take over Oyo and Osun states is on. Speaking in an interview with newsmen after the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) declared Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa as winner of the just concluded Ondo election, Ganduje said he was happy that
target=_blank>Let’s build Ondo together, Aiyedatiwa tells opposition parties
Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State has urged opposition parties to join hands with him and develop the state together. Aiyedatiwa’s call came after the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) had on Sunday declared him the winner of Saturday’s govenorship election in the state. Aiyedatiwa polled 366,781 votes, while Ajayi scored 117,835 votes across the
target=_blank>NPFL: Musa rescues Pillars from defeat
Ahmed Musa salvaged a point for Kano Pillars as they battled to a 2-2 draw against Heartland at the Sani Abacha Stadium on Sunday. Heartland went in front through Suraj Lawal six minutes after the break, while Rabiu Ali equalised for the hosts in the 57th minute. Lawal struck again two minutes later before Musa
NPFL: Musa rescues Pillars from defeat
target=_blank>Abiodun congratulates Aiyedatiwa on Ondo electoral triumph
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, on Sunday, described Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa’s resounding victory during Saturday’s governorship election in Ondo State as an affirmation of the people’s will and endorsement of his pro-people agenda. In his congratulatory message, Prince Abiodun emphasized that Aiyedatiwa’s victory was not only well-deserved but also a testament to the outstanding
Abiodun congratulates Aiyedatiwa on Ondo electoral triumph
target=_blank>Nations League: Hungary coach Adam Szalai ‘stable’ after collapsing during defeat to Netherlands
Hungary coach Adam Szalai has posted a brief but positive message on social media after collapsing during his side’s Nations League defeat to the Netherlands on Saturday. The Group A3 tie in Amsterdam was halted for more than 10 minutes early in the game after Szalai took ill. A medical tent was erected around the
Nations League: Hungary coach Adam Szalai ‘stable’ after collapsing during defeat to Netherlands
target=_blank>Tinubu, Lagos meddling in Kano’s affairs — Kwankwaso
The leader of the Kwankwasiyya Movement and the 2023 presidential candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party, NNPP, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has raised concerns over the Tinubu government’s preference for Lagos State against other states of the federation. To this end, Kwankwaso accused Lagos of attempting to dominate other regions in the country, particularly Kano,
Tinubu, Lagos meddling in Kano’s affairs — Kwankwaso
target=_blank>Ex-SDP presidential candidate Adebayo describes guber poll ‘Ondo Auction’
The 2023 presidential candidate of the Social Democratic Party, SDP, Prince Adewole Adebayo, has described the governorship election in Ondo State as an “Ondo auction,” that was not close to a free and fair election that the people all yearned for. He contended that the election was less about genuine democracy and more about transactional
Ex-SDP presidential candidate Adebayo describes guber poll ‘Ondo Auction’
target=_blank>Ogun LG polls: OGSIEC issues certificate of return to winners
The Ogun State Independent Electoral Commission, OGSIEC, has issued a certificate of return to all elected chairmen and vice-chairmen of the just concluded local government elections. DAILY POST reports that the OGSIEC chairman, Babatunde Osibodu, had on Sunday declared the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, winner of all 20 local government areas and 236 wards
Ogun LG polls: OGSIEC issues certificate of return to winners
target=_blank>Continue to promote religious tolerance — Olubadan implores Sultan
The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Akinloye Owolabi Olakunlehin, has implored the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, to continue to play the positive roles he has been playing in the promotion of religious tolerance in the country. Olakulehin gave this advice on Sunday when the Sultan paid him a courtesy visit at his palace
Continue to promote religious tolerance — Olubadan implores Sultan
target=_blank>Troops arrest Taraba kidnapping kingpin who abducted 20, extorted over N70m ransom
Troops from 6 Brigade Nigerian Army, Sector 3 of Operation Whirl Stroke, OPWS, said they will continue to deploy all necessary resources to dismantle criminal networks in Taraba State. The troops made the pledge on Sunday through a press statement, While announcing the arrest of a notorious kidnapper in the state. The suspect, who was
Troops arrest Taraba kidnapping kingpin who abducted 20, extorted over N70m ransom
target=_blank>JAMB begins centre accreditation for 2025 UTME
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board, JAMB, has officially commenced the accreditation of centres for the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination, UTME, saying the process is a critical first step in preparation for the annual examination. A statement signed by the Board’s Director of Communications, Dr Fabian Benjamin, noted that all new Computer-Based Test, CBT,
JAMB begins centre accreditation for 2025 UTME
target=_blank>NAF Airstrikes neutralize bandit leaders’ key loyalists in Zamfara
The Nigeria Airforce said its Operation Fansan Yamma has executed further air interdiction missions in Zamfara State, on 15 November 2024. Air Commodore Olusola F Akinboyewa, Director Public Relations and Information Headquarters, Nigerian Air Force in a statement, said the airstrikes targeted a large assembly of bandits in Babban Kauye village, situated in Tsafe Local
NAF Airstrikes neutralize bandit leaders’ key loyalists in Zamfara
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