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We took Xploit Comedy name from Bible verse—- Lazarus Emmanuel Chibugo
Leader of Xploit Comedy, Lazarus Emmanuel Chibugo, has revealed that the name of the rave-making comedy group was taken from a Bible verse. Speaking in a recent interview with journalists in his expansive office, Lazarus Emmanuel Chibugo, who is fondly called Brizy by his admirers and fans alike, said that the talented members of
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Senator Nwaoboshi: My purported suspension null, void
From Adetutu Folasade-Koyi, Abuja Senator Peter Nwaoboshi has described the Wednesday, July 23 suspension slammed on him by the Delta State Chapter of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) as ‘laughable’ and of no consequence. He also described the suspension as a foretaste of 2023 politics in the state. The lawmaker representing Delta North senatorial district
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Demanding money from relatives in power encourages them to steal – Keyamo
From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja Minister of State for Labour and Employment, Festus Keyamo SAN, has said that putting pressure on family members and friends that are in positions of leadership to give you money is a way of encouraging them to steal and partake in corrupt practices. Keyamo made the statement while making his presentation
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ITF set to acquire machines for mass production of ITF Android phone- DG, Ari
From Gyang Bere, Jos The Director General of the Industrial Training Fund (ITF), Joseph Ari said the Fund has initiated the process for the procurement and installation of a production machines for the mass production of ITF Mobile phone in line with President Muhammadu Buhari economic diversification policy. Ari disclosed this when he received the
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Zulum received UN, seven envoys in Borno liberated town
From Timothy Olanrewaju Maiduguri Borno State governor, Babagana Zulum on Wednesday received United Nations officials and seven envoys in Banki, a town liberated in the state. UN humsnitairan coordinator in Nigeria Edward Kallon, ambassadors and High Commissioners of Britain, United States, Norway, Canada, European Union, Germany, France and representatives of World Bank, International Monetary Fund
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Benue guber: Gemade not too old to run – Asema
From Rose Ejembi, Makurdi Elder statesman and former federal commissioner of Revenue Mobilization and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC), Hon. Richard Asema has drummed support for the governorship aspiration of Senator Barnabas Gemade. Asema stated this in a statement made available to Daily Sun by the Media aide to the governorship aspirant, Comrade Solo Dzuah in Makurdi,
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Navy hands over arrested vessel, MT Miracle, To Owner Based On EFFC Directive
Ben Dunno, Warri Personnel of the Nigerian Naval Ship, NNS Delta in Warri, Delta state, have handed over a seized vessel, MT Miracle, to its owner, S&T Shipping Services Limited, as part of its commitment to adhering to due deligence in its operations. MT Miracle, with number IMO 8936821, was arrested in 2019, for lack
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Nestlé launches sustainability training for kids
By Doris Obinna Nestlé Nigeria has launched sustainability training for kids to teach the younger generation a more sustainable approach to managing and recycling waste in a bid to instill responsible behaviors to enable them becomes better stewards of our planet. The training which is being implemented in collaboration with the International Climate Change Development
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Anambra 2021: Azuka Okwuosa’s victory will be a threat to us-APGA, PDP & YPP
Alarms have gone off in the camps of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) and People’s Democratic Party (PDP), as the All Progressives Congress (APC) gubernatorial primary elections draw nearer. The APC’s opposition groups have particularly expressed their concerns about one of the party’s candidates, Hon Azuka Okwuosa – an aspirant whose chances of winning
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Court remands man for allegedly defiling his 12-year-old daughter
An Ikeja Magistrates’ Court on Thursday ordered that a 56-year-old man, Abiodun Abdulahi, should be remanded in Ikoyi Custodial Centre for allegedly defiling his 12-year-old daughter. The police charged Abdulahi, who resides in Ilado Badagry, Lagos State, with defilement. Magistrate M.O. Tanimola, gave the order, following a motion moved by the Prosecutor, ASP Victor Eruada,
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IPOB replies Gumi: ESN after terrorists not Northerners
The Indigenous Peoples of Biafra (IPOB) has said it is a false and malicious narrative to aver that IPOB, and the Eastern Security Network (ESN) were hunting and killing Northerners. While reacting to assertions made by Sheikh Abubakar Gumi to that effect, the separatist group stressed that it was ‘only after terrorists and not Northerners’.
Three convicted in Ogun, Oyo over Cybercrimes
The Economic and Financial Crimes COmmission (EFCC), Ibadan Zonal Office, on Wednesday, secured the conviction of three Internet fraudsters in Ogun and Oyo states. The convicts according to the Head of Media of the EFCC, Wilson Uwujaren in a statement made available to New Telegraph in Ibadan Thursday, are: Afolabi Gbolahan, Gbolahan Sodiq Atanda and
Pupils, teachers relish impact of EdoBEST teaching method
Pupils and teachers in Edo State public primary schools under the EDOBEST programme have continued to relish the positive impact of the teaching-learning methodology now being used in the classrooms. According to them, the programme in the last three years has ensured evidence-based academic content, positive classroom management techniques and continuous teacher training and
Pregnant woman, two others die in multiple accident on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway
Olufemi Adediran, Abeokuta Three people, including a pregnant woman, on Thursday died in a multiple accident at the Ogun State axis of Lagos-Ibadan Expressway. New Telegraph learnt that, the accident occurred at Evy and Danco area, inbound Lagos, around 4.30am. The Public Relations Officer (PRO) of the State Traffic Compliance and Enforcement Corps (TRACE),
Gridlock as trucks collide in Lagos
Road users and commuters on Ikorodu/Mile 12 axis had a terrific experience on Thursday, plying the route, sequel to a road accident involving three trucks. As a result of the incident, gridlock was said to have stretched from Itowolo to Ikorodu as many motorists were caught off. The incident occurred at about 5 am
JUST IN: Military helicopter crash lands in Kenya
A military helicopter has crashed close to Kenya’s capital, Nairobi. The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) say rescue operations are under way, reports the BBC. The aircraft was on a training mission when it crash landed in the Ngong area, a KDF statement says. The plane had about 20 people on board, the Standard newspaper
JUST IN: Multi-storey building partially collapses in Miami
A huge rescue operation is under way in Miami-Dade County, Florida, after a 12-storey building partially collapsed during the night. Images from Surfside, just north of Miami Beach, show a huge pile of rubble down one side of what appears to be a residential apartment building. US media are reporting that at least some
Benigno Aquino, former Philippines President, dies aged 61
Benigno Aquino, former president of the Philippines, has died at 61 after being hospitalised in Manila. Flags flew at half mast on the senate building in Manila on Thursday after news of the death of Aquino, who was president from 2010 to 2016, reports Reuters. “It is with profound sadness that I learned this morning
Athens priest arrested for acid attack on bishops
A priest has been arrested in Athens after he threw acid on seven bishops of the Greek Orthodox Church, police say. The attack took place during a disciplinary hearing against the 36-year-old priest on Wednesday afternoon, according to police. Three bishops are being treated in hospital for the burns, mostly on their faces, reports
Late goal gives Brazil controversial Copa América win over Colombia
• Casemiro heads 100th-minute winner to keep 100% record • Referee sparks controversy in build up to Brazil’s equaliser Brazil went behind for the first time in eight games but responded with a controversial equaliser before netting a dramatic winner deep into stoppage time for a 2-1 victory over Colombia in the Copa América. Brazil had
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