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AMCON takes over assets of Hydro Hotels Limited over N600 million debt
The Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON) has recorded yet another victory over an obligor whose total indebtedness is over N600 million. The takeover of the assets of Hydro Hotels Limited and its chief promoter was confirmed at the weekend by Mr Jude Nwauzor, who is Head of Corporate Communications Department at the government recovery …
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AIM vows to mobilise 2,000 votes for Obaseki’s re-election bid
Ighomuaye Lucky, Benin A political action group, Action Integrated Movement, (AIM), has promised to rally over 2,000 votes for the candidate of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), Governor Godwin Obaseki, in the forthcoming September 19 governorship election in the Edo State. Group Coordinator John Ogedegbe made the vow during a road show in Benin in …
The Sun Nigeria.
Security should be ccommunity-diven – Gen Akinrinade
Tunbosun Oyintiloye A retired military general, Alani Akinrinade, has stated that efforts to secure the country should be community driven rather than relying a centralised structure. Gen Akinrinade further recommended that all regional security outfits evolve into state police forces. This was revealed on Saturday while assessing the general governance in the country in an …
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Dickson will win Bayelsa West Senate seat, says Governor’s aide
Femi Folaranmi, Yenagoa Chief Collins Cocodia, a political adviser to Bayelsa State Governor Douye Diri, has expressed confidence that former Governor Henry Seriake Dickson would win the October 31 Bayelsa West Senatorial District by-election. Dickson was elected as the candidate of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) after polling 334 delegates’ votes as the sole aspirant. According …
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Group seeks involvement of Ihioma in Imo state politics
BY PHILIP NWOSU Ihioma Strategic Political Forum has called for the fair and adequate representation of Ihioma community in elective position in the Orlu Local Government and federal constituency in the state Imo state. The Ihioma Strategic Political Forum an amalgam of all the six autonomous communities that make up IHIOMA CLAN said in …
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Southern Kaduna crisis: Fulani herders prohibit children from grazing
Okwe Obi, Abuja Fulani herders under the aegis of Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association (MACBAN) have instructed its members to stop minors and inexperienced persons from grazing cattle, particularly in Kaduna State, in order to prevent further destructions of farm produce which triggers violence. The cattle breeders association appealed to local farmers to allow its …
The Sun Nigeria.
Edo: Okowa’s help can’t save Obaseki from defeat – Ize-Iyamu
Tony Osauzo, Benin The governorship candidate of the APC in the upcoming September 19 election in Edo State, Pastor Osagie Ize-Iyamu, has flayed Govenor Godwin Obaseki over what he characterised as his poor performance record, saying that it accounts for the Governor resorting to the Delta State Government for help in grading some roads in …
The Sun Nigeria.
Farmers to FG: We’re dying, save us
Uche Usim, Abuja The Nigeria Young Farmers Network (NYFN) has complained to the Federal Government over a host of unfavorable policies the group says is affecting its members. The group, in a statement, expressed its disapproval of the planned partial importation of maize and other banned crops purportedly to tackle Nigeria’s food shortages. The Director …
The Sun Nigeria.
Edo 2020: Obaseki urges massive voter turnout, cautions against apathy
Tony Osauzo, Benin The candidate of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), Godwin Obaseki, has charged eligible voters in the State to come out en masse on September 19 to vote for the PDP to enable him consolidate on his first term achievements. The Governor urged the people to ensure they come out on election day …
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Security: NDA Commandant tasks cadets on loyalty to armed forces
Ben Dunno, Warri The Commandant of the Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA), Kaduna, Major General Jamil Sarham, has charged the graduating cadets of the military school to remain resolute in their commitment to the Armed Forces in order to be able to give their best to the country. Admonishing the granduands in a paper presented at …
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Southern Kaduna: MACBAN pledges support for peace efforts
Emmanuel Onani, Abuja The Kaduna branch of the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association, (MACBAN), has pledged total support to the military and other security agencies battling acts of criminality in parts of Kaduna State. The leadership of the organisation in the state also agreed to reverse to what it called “our olden days relationship …
COVID-19: ‘Hold FG responsible for consequences of doctors’ strike’
Muhammad Kabir, Kano The Medical and Dental Consultant’s Association of Nigeria, has said that the Federal Government should be held squarely responsible for the consequences of the fallout from the strike by Resident Doctors which is scheduled to begin Monday. The Medical and Dental Doctors said government, should as a matter of priority, ensure …
Nigeria striker, Ajibade, bags assist as Avaldsnes pip Arna Bjornar
*Rofiat Sule makes losing debut for Pink Sport Bari Rasheedat Ajibade put up another impressive display as she contributed an assist for Avaldsnes in their 2-0 victory against Arna Bjornar in a Norwegian Toppserien encounter on Saturday. The 20-year-old is enjoying a fantastic campaign with Lena Tyriberget’s ladies, as she bagged her first brace of the …
Ex-Plateau Speaker, Daika, wins PDP’s Senatorial ticket
Musa Pam, Jos Former Speaker of the Plateau State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. George Daika has won the ticket of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the Plateau Southern Senatorial District by-election scheduled for October 31. Daika emerged victorious at the primaries held on Saturday in Shendam Local Government Area of the state. …
Beirut rescuers give up after sensors gave false hopes of more survivors
Rescue workers digging through the rubble of a Beirut building for the third day on Saturday said there was no longer hope of finding someone alive more than a month after a massive port explosion shattered Lebanon’s capital. About 50 rescue workers and volunteers, including a specialist team from Chile, had worked for three …
Dozens of Australian companies fined for trying to profit from Covid crisis
Australia’s health regulator has fined dozens of companies more than $800,000 for unlawfully advertising or illegally importing health products to profit from the pandemic. One business was fined for trying to sell a “bionic air plasma” machine it claimed could prevent Covid-19 for elderly patients. Therapeutic Goods Administration data provided to Guardian Australia shows …
BBNaija 2020: Drama as Erica pours water on HoH bed, threatens Prince
*Says: ‘Laycon will kill himself or I will kill him’ Big Brother Naija, BBNaija 2020 housemate, Erica on Sunday morning caused drama in the house. It all started after Erica confronted Prince for not taking her side while she hurled insults at Laycon. Erica expressed regret choosing Prince as deputy head of house, describing him …
Enrique on Messi: Club always above any player
Lionel Messi’s former Barcelona coach Luis Enrique, now the boss of Spain, suggested on Saturday the club should have allowed the Argentina forward to leave. “It’s a sensitive issue,” said Luis Enrique, ahead of Spain’s game against Ukraine on Sunday. “I think clubs are above every player. Barcelona was founded in 1899 and is …
Nations League roundup: Mbappé gives France victory, Portugal hit four
A slice of luck and a moment of individual brilliance from Kylian Mbappé gave France a gritty 1-0 win away to Sweden in their Nations League A Group 3 clash on Saturday. Promoted to the competition’s top tier after their group victory last year, the Swedes frustrated the world champions for the opening 40 minutes until Mbappé proved to be …
Daily recoveries drop to record low as NCDC confirms 162 new COVID-19 cases
Nigeria’s daily count of COVID-19 recoveries dropped to a record low on Saturday with 106 patients discharged. The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) confirmed the new recoveries in its update for September 4, 2020 The number of discharged patients has now increased from 42,816 to 42,922. Saturday’s figure is the country’s lowest daily …
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