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DHQ debunks appointment of acting COAS
By John Ogunsemore The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has debunked media reports insinuating the appointment of an acting Chief of Army Staff (COAS). Director, Defence Information, Brig.-Gen. Tukur Gusau made the clarification in a statement on Monday, October 21 A section of the media reported that a senior officer was appointed to act in place of …
The Sun Nigeria.
Auto dealers abandon vehicle importation over high clearance cost, forex scarcity
By Steve Agbota Due to scarcity of foreign exchange (FX) hike in tariffs, increase in import duty and other related taxes, automobile dealers have lamented their inability to import fairly used cars into the country. This is even as they have now resorted to the recycling of Nigerian used cars while others have abandoned the …
The Sun Nigeria.
How I was accused of election ritual killings – Bayelsa deputy governor
From Femi Folaranmi, Yenagoa Bayelsa State Deputy Governor Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo has revealed how he became a victim of blackmail and election-related ritual killings in the build-up to the Bayelsa state governorship election in in November 2023. Ewhrudjakpo stated this when he joined members of the Prosperity Youth Coalition (PYC) in thanking God for his mercies …
The Sun Nigeria.
Lagos govt arrests birthday celebrant, event planner, 3 others for obstructing traffic
By John Ogunsemore The Lagos State Government has arrested a birthday celebrant, Olubunmi Ogundare, and four others for blocking a road in the highbrow Ikoyi area of the state during a birthday celebration. Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab disclosed this in a Monday statement. According to the statement, others arrested alongside …
The Sun Nigeria.
Kennyblaq Reckless Music-Comedy Festival: Redefining Entertainment in Africa
The stage is set for a groundbreaking event in the African entertainment landscape as the highly anticipated Kennyblaq Reckless Music-Comedy Festival prepares to make history. Slated for December 14, 2024, at the iconic Mobolaji Johnson Arena (formerly known as Onikan Stadium), Lagos, this festival promises to bring a fresh, exhilarating experience that fuses the power …
The Sun Nigeria.
Police bust suspected IPOB/ ESN Camp
From George Onyejiuwa, Owerri Operatives of the Anti-Kidnapping Unit of the Imo State Police command has dislodged a suspected Indigenous People Of Biafra and Eastern Security Network (IPOB/ESN) camp in Nempi, Oru West Local Government Area of the State. This is just as the Imo State police operatives also arrested 29 suspects: 25 males and …
The Sun Nigeria.
CLO disowns fake statement on its behalf
By Brown Chimezie The Civil Liberties Organisation (CLO), Enugu State chapter, has disowned a statement credited to one Comrade Kindness Jonah on behalf of the human rights organization. According a statement by CLO, Enugu State Branch chairman, Comrade Zulu Ofoelue,Comrade Jonah has no powers whatsoever to sign such a petition, and acted without the knowledge …
The Sun Nigeria.
Police free 24 protesters after #EndSARS memorial
By Christopher Oji It was hectic for protesters gathered yesterday at the Lekki Tollgate, Lagos, to commemorate the shooting by soldiers of their comrades on October 20, 2020, as the police were tear-gassed them. The police also arrested 24 of the protesters, who they took to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), Panti, Yaba. Many …
The Sun Nigeria.
Police Inspector killed, 2 others injured in gunmen attack in Edo
From Tony Osauzo, Benin A Police Inspector has been reportedly killed by gunmen who attacked quarry workers at Ihievbe-Ogben in Owan East Local Government Area of Edo State. Besides, it was gathered that one other police officer (orderly) and an expatriate working with the company also sustained various degree of injuries during the attack. The …
The Sun Nigeria.
Rivers community boils again, as gunmen kill 4 persons
From Tony John, Port Harcourt There was pandemonium early morning yesterday in Edeoha community of Ahoada East Local Government Area of Rivers State, as gunmen suspected to be cultists invaded the area and killed four residents. It was gathered that the gunmen suspected to be members of Iceland cult group invaded the community at about …
The Sun Nigeria.
Vietnam Names Army General New President
ShareVietnam’s rubber-stamp parliament on Monday approved the Army General, Luong Cuong as the country’s new President, the fourth person in the role in less than two years. New Telegraph reports that the President in Vietnam occupies a largely ceremonial role, which includes meeting foreign counterparts. READ ALSO US Election: Trump Puts McDonald’s Into Political Arena…
New Telegraph.
Ooni Of Ife Recounts How Oluwo Chased Him Away
ShareThe Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enita Ogunwusi has revealed a surprising encounter with the Oluwo of Iwo, Oba Abdulrasheed Akanbi, during a palace visit. Oluwo who spoke on Monday claimed that the monarch chased him away “Like a child” during his visit to his palace. Despite this, the Ooni maintained dignity and distance, choosing…
New Telegraph.
NDLEA Speaks On Finding Drugs In House Of Senator Accusing Them Of Corruption
ShareThe Chairman of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Brig. Gen. Mohammed Marwa on Monday revealed that its operatives recovered a consignment of drugs in Senator Oyelola Yisa Ashiru representing Kwara South’s house in Ilorin, the state capital. Marwa who spoke at a press briefing in Abuja said the Senator’s attack on the agency…
New Telegraph.
Rotary Club Of Arepo Empowers Indigent Nigerians With Vocational Tools
ShareAs part of its empowerment Initiative for the less privileged in society, the Rotary Club of Arepo Longbridge, Ogun State, has donated a sewing machine, and dryer and offered cash to indigents of the community. The club embarked on this gesture, in order to improve the lots of indigent Nigerians and equally create a source…
New Telegraph.
Car Snatcher Narrowly Escape Mob Attack In Ondo
ShareA suspected car snatcher, identified as Bashir, narrowly escaped death at the hands of an angry mob in Ondo State. Bashir attempted to strangle a woman and steal her car on Monday morning in a dramatic incident that unfolded around 8:35 a.m. at the Quarter Guard junction in Akure, the state capital. The woman, who…
New Telegraph.
CSO Hails Chief Of Naval Staff Over Reduction Of Crimes In Martine Sector
ShareThe Civil Rights Advancement Crusade (CRAC) has said the transformational leadership of the Chief of Naval Staff (CNS), Vice Admiral Emmanuel Ikechukwu Ogalla, has played a critical role in the reduction of crimes in the maritime sector. A statement signed by Samson Ogorry noted that Vice Admiral Ogalla’s strategic approach has enhanced the Navy’s capabilities,…
New Telegraph.
NECO Warns Against Registration Of Candidates By Proxy
Share…withhold candidates’ results over impersonation The National Examinations Council (NECO) has warned School owners and other relevant stakeholders to desist from enrolling candidates for its examinations by proxy. The Council in a statement signed by Ag. Director, Information and Public Relations, Azeez Sani made available to newsmen on Monday in Abuja, observed that such fraudulent…
New Telegraph.
Aiyedatiwa Campaign Appoints Abayomi As Chairman Of Special Interest Committee On Sports
ShareIn a bid to bolster the sporting framework of his campaign, the Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa Campaign Council has appointed Honorable Adebayo Abayomi, widely known as NFA, as the Chairman of the Special Interest Committee on Sports for his Governorship Campaign Council. Hon. Abayomi brings a wealth of experience to the position, having previously served as…
New Telegraph.
Investigative Panel Clears Bobrisky Of Special Treatment Claims
ShareAn investigative panel set up to probe the allegation against controversial Idris Okuneye, better known as Bobrisky has said it found no evidence that he left prison or received any special treatment during her six-month sentence for currency abuse. New Telegraph reports that the investigative panel presented its findings on Monday, October 21. The panel…
New Telegraph.
Corruption: Ondo Ex-Speaker, Lawmaker Know Fate
ShareJustice Adegboyega Adebusoye of Ondo State High Court has adjourned for judgment the corruption charges levelled against former Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Hon David Bamidele Oleyeloogun, and former lawmaker, Felemu-Gudu Bankole and a civil servant, Segun Oyadeyi. The lawmakers and the civil servant were dragged to court by the Economic and Financial…
New Telegraph.
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