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‘No mask, no service’ as Christian leaders enforce COVID-19 protocols in Kano
Three weeks after lifting of the ban on religious gatherings earlier imposed by Kano State government over coronavirus pandemic, Christian denominations in the state have adjusted their mode of worships to align with federal government’s guidelines and protocols on COVID-19. Most of the churches visited by Daily Trust on Sunday have adopted measures to curb …
Senator Omo-Agege denies asking EFCC to probe Akpabio
The Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Ovie Omo-Agege, has denied asking the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to probe the Minister of Niger Delta Affairs, Godswill Akpabio. Omo-Agege described as fake a letter said to have emanated from the Clerk of the Senate, acting on his behalf and requesting the Chairman of the …
Why Baro port hasn’t taken off 17 months after completion – NIWA MD
The non completion of the major access roads to the multi-million naira Baro Inland Port in Niger State is stalling its take off, according to the government. The Managing Director of the National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA), Dr George Moghalu, while speaking with Daily Trust on Sunday in Lokoja, said the agency is working round …
Oil marketers not allowed to fix fuel price – FG
The Federal Government Sunday denied removing fuel price cap, an action which would have given oil marketers the freedom to determine fuel pump price. Many media outlet (excluding Daily Trust) reported last week that fuel price cap had been removed. Fuel subsidy regime is over in Nigeria – Kyari Marketers vow to comply as FG …
Pope speaks on coronavirus, tells faithful to ‘be careful’
Pope Francis said on Sunday the worst of the coronavirus crisis was over in Italy while addressing the faithful for the first time in Saint Peter’s Square since the health emergency began. The pontiff’s address came a day after the Vatican said there were no more cases of COVID-19 within its population. Pope marks ‘Easter …
Cultists allegedly kill 2, sack community during clash in Akwa Ibom
Two persons have been allegedly killed in a renewed cult clash between cult groups in Inen community in Oruk Anam local government area of Akwa Ibom State. It was learnt that the killings and cult clashes have caused residents of the community to flee their homes. Cultists’ activities worry Kwara lawmakers #WinterInOAU: Tension doused as …
Sokoto records 11 COVID-19 cases two days after discharging all patients
Barely two days after discharging the remaining five patients in its isolation centre, Sokoto State has recorded 11 new cases of COVID-19. The cases were among the 33 almajirai deported from Kaduna State recently. No part of Sokoto is controlled by bandits—Tambuwal Nigerien, not Nigerian soldiers fighting bandits in Sokoto — Senator Gobir A statement …
Reps to uphold 8th assembly decision on NASS staff Condition of Service
The House of Representatives is set to uphold the Revised Condition of Service approved by the 8th assembly. If the decision is upheld, it may give the National Assembly Clerk, Mohammed Sani Omolori and 150 others a five years tenure extension. This has become a subject of intense debate and rivalry within and outside the …
We planted 7.5 million trees in 5 years- El-Rufai
Kaduna State Government has said it planted 7.5 million trees in the last five years as part of efforts to reforest the state but said only half of the number have survived. Governor Nasir El-Rufai while speaking with the Minister of Environment, Dr Mohammad Mahmood Abubakar after he presented the state with one million seedlings …
Soldiers neutralise 5 attackers in Benue villages
Soldiers of Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) at the weekend allegedly neutralised five attackers who invaded three different villages of Guma Local Government Area in Benue State. Witnesses said the deceased were part of the attackers who had invaded three villages of Torkula, Kponko and Kaseyo all in Mbadwem council ward of Guma LGA. Our correspondent …
How Nigerian military, civilians eliminated 70 bandits
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) says troops of the newly-launched Operation Accord have killed no fewer than 70 armed bandits and cattle rustlers. This operation took place – with the help of civilians – on Friday in Kashia Forest in Kaduna State. The feat was achieved by ground and air offensive, Coordinator, Defence Media Operations, Maj.-Gen. …
How Nigerian military, civilians eliminated 70 bandits
Expert raises alarm over Vitamin C
Paul Okoh, a nutritionist, has warned against the overdose of Vitamin C. The dietary supplement is being used more to boost the immune system against coronavirus. But Okoh told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Saturday in Abuja, that overdose could trigger undesirable effects. The expert stated that it was wrong for people to …
Expert raises alarm over Vitamin C
Covid-19: Don’t disobey government’s ban – CAN warns Oyo Christians
Oyo State Chapter of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has ordered all Christians in the State to comply with the State Covid-19 Task Force directives on lockdown of religious centres, which include churches. State Chairman of CAN, Pastor Benjamin Akanmu, noted that it is necessary to address and make official statement to guide the …
Covid-19: Don’t disobey government’s ban – CAN warns Oyo Christians
George Floyd’s protests: Members of entire police unit resign after 2 officers were suspended
All 57-member emergency response team of the the second largest city in the U.S. State of New York, Buffalo, have resigned from the police after two members of the unit were suspended. The officers of the Buffalo Police Department quit their jobs after two of their members were handed the punishment for pushing a 75-year-old …
George Floyd’s protests: Members of entire police unit resign after 2 officers were suspended
Yaya Toure predicts what’ll happen to Super Eagles of Nigeria in future
Former Manchester City midfield maestro, Yaya Toure, has predicted that the current Super Eagles squad can make Nigeria rule Africa again in the future. The Ivory Coast legend believes the emergence of new talents like Nantes’ Simon Moses, Lille’s Victor Osimhen and Leicester City’s Wilfred Ndidi, will help Gernot Rohr’s men retain their place among …
Yaya Toure predicts what’ll happen to Super Eagles of Nigeria in future
Police arrest Anambra businessman for alleged unlawful possession of firearm
Police in Anambra have arrested a prominent business man in the state, Chief Pius Nweke over alleged unlawful possession firearm. Nweke, the CEO of Best Aluminium Manufacturing Company, a roofing sheet company was arrested at about 12 noon on Friday in Onitsha while he was driving to his office. DAILY POST gathered that the businessman, …
Police arrest Anambra businessman for alleged unlawful possession of firearm
US 2020: Biden wins Democratic nomination, battles Trump in November
It is official: Joe Biden will race against President Donald Trump in United States presidential election in November. Biden, 77, has formally won the Democratic Party nomination. In his announcement on Saturday, Biden tweeted that he had secured the 1,991 delegates needed. He vowed to fight to “win the battle for the soul of the …
US 2020: Biden wins Democratic nomination, battles Trump in November
EPL: Ryan Giggs reveals why Ighalo is different from other Man Utd strikers
Manchester United legend, Ryan Giggs has given reasons striker, Odion Ighalo is different from other Red Devils strikers. According to Giggs, Ighalo gives Man United manager, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, a genuine centre forward presence in his squad, which the rest of the club’s strikers lack. Man United and Chinese side, Shanghai Shenhua reached an agreement …
EPL: Ryan Giggs reveals why Ighalo is different from other Man Utd strikers
Insecurity: PDP comes hard on Buhari over killings, robbery in Kaduna, Kogi
The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, has claimed that the central control system of President Muhammadu Buhari’s government has collapsed. PDP made the remark while berating Buhari over the recent rise of insecurity across the country. The opposition party condemned the increasing armed robbery and kidnapping activities in Kaduna and Kogi States. Recall that some armed …
Insecurity: PDP comes hard on Buhari over killings, robbery in Kaduna, Kogi
Coronavirus: We’ll monitor spending – AfDB gives Nigeria $288.5m loan
The Board of Directors of the African Development Bank (AfDB) has approved $288.5 loan for Nigeria. The fund is to help Africa’s most populous nation fight the coronavirus pandemic. AfDB Communications and External Relations Department made this known in a statement on Friday. The bank announced that it had instituted “strong fiduciary measures” to monitor …
Coronavirus: We’ll monitor spending – AfDB gives Nigeria $288.5m loan
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