Breaking News from Nigerian Evening Newspapers and Evening News Friday 21st February 2020
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More than 20 African countries can test for coronavirus disease — WHO
Twenty-four countries in Africa have confirmed to the World Health Organization (WHO) that they can test for potential Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) cases. WHO in a statement said that as at two weeks ago, only two referral laboratories – one in South Africa and another in Senegal were capable of doing so. The scaling up of
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Royal Scuffle: I remain Oluwo of Iwoland, I was not suspended — Oba Akanbi
Oba Abdulrasheed Adewale Akanbi has said that he was never suspended as Oluwo of Iwoland and that he remains the one and only Oluwo of Iwoland. The Council of Obas in Osun State on Friday suspended Oba Akanbi for misconduct and set up a committee to recommend further decision on him. At its meeting in
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Alleged N86m fraud: EFCC arrests Ganduje’s commissioner in Kano
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has arrested Mukhtar Ishaq, Kano State Commissioner for Special Duties. This was contained in statement on Friday by EFCC spokesman, Tony Orilade. The statement said Ishaq was arrested for allegedly diverting monies meant for Kano Municipal Local Government while he was Chairman of the said Local Government. A
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Gov Sule donates N10m for separation of conjoined twins
Governor Abdullahi Sule of Nasarawa State has made a personal donation of ten million naira ( N10m ) for the separation of conjoined twins at Federal Medical Center, (FMC), Keffi. In a statement from his spokesperson, Yakubu Lamai, the governor met with the management of the hospital for preparation ahead of the the operation scheduled
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Police arrest 3 suspected kidnappers in Kaduna
Kaduna State Police Command has arrested three suspected kidnappers at Kasuwar Magani area of Kajuru Local Government Area of the state. The police also rescued a kidnapped victim Hadiza Gambo of Bungel Ladugga village from the suspects. This was contained in a statement signed and issued by the Command’s spokesperson ASP Muhammad Jalige on Friday.
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Video | A look inside Mai Deribe’s gold house in Maiduguri
The residence of the late Alhaji Ahmed Mai Deribe, popularly known as Fadar Deribe, Deribe’s palace or Deribe’s house, in Maiduguri is one house that made it into the history books as some of its structures were said to have been built with a mixture of liquid gold.
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US kicks as FG plans to ‘give $100m Abacha loot’ to Gov Bagudu
There are indications that the plan by President Muhammadu Buhari’s government to pay Kebbi State Governor, Abubakar Bagudu $100 million from Abacha loot, may hamper future cooperation between Nigeria and the United States. According to court documents cited by Bloomberg, Bagudu, a close political ally of the president, was part of a network controlled by
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Borno to demolish illegal structures in Maiduguri
Borno Geographic Information Service (BOGIS), has marked 25 illegal structures for demolition. Adam Bababe, Executive Secretary of the Agency, made the disclosure in a statement on Friday, in Maiduguri. Bababe said the agency would embark on the demolition of illegal structures at government approved layouts in strategic locations, including the Government Reserved Area (GRA), Maiduguri.
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Klopp writes to ‘cheeky’ Man Utd fan who wants Liverpool to lose
Jurgen Klopp has sent a letter to a “cheeky” young Manchester United fan explaining that he can not grant his request for Liverpool to lose matches so they do not win the Premier League. With his side 22 points clear of Manchester City it would take more than a few defeats to prevent Klopp’s unbeaten
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Kano Court sentences housewife to death by hanging for killing husband
A Kano High Court presided by Justice A. T. Badamasi, on Friday sentenced a 35-year-old housewife, Rashida Sa’idu, to death by hanging for pushing her husband to his death from the stairs. The convict, who lives at Dorayi Quarters Kano, was convicted on a charge of culpable homicide, which contravened Section 221 of the penal
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Killings: We’ll give herdsmen bloodiest retaliation – Biafra group vows
The Biafra Nations Youth League, BNYL, has condemned the recent killing of seven villagers in Delta State by suspected Fulani herdsmen, vowing to retaliate. Recall that the corpses of eight farmers, reportedly killed by gunmen suspected to be herdsmen at Uwheru in Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State, last Friday were recently exhumed
Killings: We’ll give herdsmen bloodiest retaliation – Biafra group vows
Abia: APGA demands LGA election, issues ultimatum to Ikpeazu-led administration
The All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), in Abia State, has frowned at the existence of Transition Committee Chairmen in the state. The party stated that the frequent constitution of transition chairmen for the seventeen local government areas in the state by Governor Okezie Ikpeazu, served as conduit pipe in which public funds are being stolen
Abia: APGA demands LGA election, issues ultimatum to Ikpeazu-led administration
Boko Haram: CAN declares Jan 21 annual day of prayers in honour of slain Chairman
The leadership of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has declared Jan. 21 of every year to honour persecuted Christians in Nigeria. Pastor Adebayo Oladeji, Special Assistant Media and Communications media and communications to the CAN President, His Eminence, Rev. Samson Ayokunle disclosed this in a statement on Friday. The national day of prayers was
Boko Haram: CAN declares Jan 21 annual day of prayers in honour of slain Chairman
Tension as tanker explosion rocks Abeokuta
There is palpable tension and confusion after a fuel-laden tanker fell and exploded at Ijaiye Tuntun area of Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital. DAILY POST learnt that the tanker, which was apparently transporting fuel to a filling station, collapsed and spilled its content. The Ogun State Traffic Compliance and Enforcement (TRACE) Corps confirmed the incident
Tension as tanker explosion rocks Abeokuta
Emmanuel Onwubiko: Military and motivational pull
In his book “Political communication: Rhetoric, Government and Citizens,” Dan F. Hahn said something that is very fascinating and directly relates to the thematic issues that informed the writing of this brief reflection which is a look at what the Nigerian military needs most at these times of intense counter terror battles in the North
Emmanuel Onwubiko: Military and motivational pull
Abeokuta shooting: Victims still alive – Police
The Ogun State Command has said those shot by its officers while chasing ‘Yahoo boys’ at Olomore area of Abeokuta yesterday have not died. DAILY POST reported yesterday that some Hausa pepper sellers were reportedly shot by police while chasing internet fraudsters. The incident caused riot in the area as Hausa traders at the market,
Abeokuta shooting: Victims still alive – Police
EPL: Solskjaer gives condition for Ighalo to start against Watford
Manchester United manager, Ole Solskjaer, has said the fitness of Mason Greenwood and Anthony Martial, will determine if Odion Ighalo will start against Watford on Sunday. Ighalo has made two substitute appearances since he joined the Red Devils on a six-month loan. The Nigerian striker was introduced late on against Chelsea in the Premier League
EPL: Solskjaer gives condition for Ighalo to start against Watford
President Buhari reveals what will determine reopening of border
President Muhammadu Buhari, Friday, in Abuja said the issue of partial closure of Nigeria’s land border to goods from neighbouring countries will be determined by report of tripartite committee made up of Nigeria, Benin and Niger Republic. President Buhari, who received President Roch Marc Christian Kabore of Burkina Faso at the Presidential Villa, said Nigeria’s
President Buhari reveals what will determine reopening of border
Chelsea vs Tottenham: Mourinho predicts Lampard’s team selection for EPL clash
Tottenham Hotspur manager, Jose Mourinho, has predicted that Frank Lampard will replicate the tactical system he used, when Chelsea beat them 2-0 in December. Willian scored twice in the first half that day, as Lampard got one over Mourinho. Chelsea’s form has since dropped and they go into Saturday’s encounter, only one point ahead of
Chelsea vs Tottenham: Mourinho predicts Lampard’s team selection for EPL clash
LaLiga: Zidane remains coy on Real Madrid’s move for Raheem Sterling
Real Madrid manager, Zinedine Zidane, has hailed Raheem Sterling as a good player, but refused to speak about a possible move for the Manchester City forward. Sterling had described Los Blancos as “a fantastic club” and hinted he would be willing to join the Spanish giants. With City facing a two-year ban from European competitions,
LaLiga: Zidane remains coy on Real Madrid’s move for Raheem Sterling
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