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When Otti gave succour to 18 indigent patients in Abia
Okey Sampson, Umuahia The former Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Diamond Bank, Dr Alex Otti, recently took philanthropy to the next level when he provided succour for 18 Abia indigent patients. The patients who were on admission at Madonna Catholic Hospital, Umuahia, Abia State, were discharged, but had no money to pay for their hospital bills and had remained …
The Sun Nigeria.
Edo Butchers shut down markets, endorse Obaseki
Ighomuaye Lucky, Benin The Association of Edo State Practicing Butchers shut their businesses on Wednesday in solidarity with the re-election bid of the incumbent Governor of the State, Mr Godwin Obaseki. The group branded with the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) fez caps and a life cow to demonstrate their trade, took to the major streets …
The Sun Nigeria.
Shan George engaged after two failed marriages
Rita Okoye, Lagos Nollywood actress Shan George is set to try marriage for the third time. The movie star, who has had her fair share of scandals, made the exciting announcement recently. ‘As scared and sceptical as I’ve been all this past years, based on unfavourable past experiences, this one seem to be just too …
The Sun Nigeria.
Enugu airport: First commercial flight excites Nwodo, ex-minister
Magnus Eze, Enugu There was a chorus of praises for the Federal Government on Wednesday morning as the first commercial aircraft landed in Akanu Ibiam International Airport, Enugu from Lagos, following the reopening of the airport. The aircraft, about 40 minutes later, took off to Abuja after about 380 days closure of the airport for …
The Sun Nigeria.
Magu probe: I am ready to appear before panel — Malami
Godwin Tsa, Abuja The Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, SAN, on Wednesday expressed his willingness to testify before the Justice Ayo Salami-led Presidential investigating the alleged financial infractions against the suspended Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ibrahim Magu. Malami was directly reacting to a letter by …
The Sun Nigeria.
Edo 2020: SDP endorses Ize-Iyamu
From Tony Osauzo, Benin The Edo State Chapter of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) has endorsed the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate for governor, Pastor Osagie Ize-Iyamu, as its preferred choice in Edo State governorship election. The State Chairman of the party, Mr Asimu Yakubu, stated this when he led other members of the party …
The Sun Nigeria.
Edo 2020: CAN to hold fasting, prayer for peaceful election
Ighomuaye Lucky, Benin The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Edo State chapter, in conjunction with the Light of Peace for Africa Foundation, says it has slated Wednesday, September16, for fasting and prayers for a peaceful election in the state with the theme: “The Unbeatable God”. The Chairman of the Association, Bishop Oriname Oyonnude Kure, said …
The Sun Nigeria.
Kogi to hold council elections on December 12
Emmanuel Adeyemi, Lokoja The Kogi State Independent Electoral Commission has said it has fixed the Local government Election for December 12. The Chairman of the State Independent Electoral Commission, Maman Nda Eri, made the announcement at a stakeholders meeting on Wednesday in Lokoja. Governor Yahaya Bello had last month announced that the council elections will …
The Sun Nigeria.
Osun police mobile training college land: Non-native farmers risk eviction over compensation claims
Clement Adeyi, Osogbo Non-indigene farmers in Ila-Orangun in Ila Local Government Area of Osun State risk eviction from the town if they fail to stop further agitation for compensation for their land used for the construction of the Police Mobile College. The monarch, Orangun of Ila, Oba Wahab Oyedotun, who gave the warning, urged them …
The Sun Nigeria.
UN guides Gombe on managing COVID-19, other health issues
Abdulrazaq Mungadi, Gombe The United Nations (UN) in Nigeria has urged the government of Gombe State to own and lead by example in the fight to contain the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic in the State, while calling the government to hold institutions and organisations accountable in ensuring compliance with the known safety measures. Speaking during …
The Sun Nigeria.
UNICAL’s ASUU protest non-payment of 5 years allowances
University of Calabar lecturers, under the auspices of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) on Wednesday, staged a peaceful march round the university’s campus to protest non-payment of more than five years’ allowances owed by the university authority. The protest, which began at the International Conference Centre of the university, took the protesting lecturers …
Kogi SIEC declares Dec 12 for council poll
The Kogi state Independent Electoral Commission (KOSIEC), has fixed December 13 this year for the conduct of elections into the 21 local government areas of the state. The Chairman of the Commission, Hon. MAMMAN Nda Eri made the announcement Wednesday, during the declaration of notice of Conduct of Kogi State Local Government Election. This would …
Oil marketer promises to sell product at N158 to reduce hardship
The Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of AA Rano Oil and Gas Nigeria Limited, Alhaji Auwalu Abdullahi Rano, has said that his company across Nigeria is selling petroleum products at N158-160 per litre as their contribution toward reducing hardship among Nigerians. Speaking during the company’s Change Management Training and Retreat, Wednesday, in Kano, the Chairman …
Trump nominated for Nobel peace prize amid racial tension in US
US President Donald Trump has been nominated for the 2021 Nobel Peace Prize. According to Fox News on Wednesday, Christian Tybring-Gjedde, a member of the Norwegian parliament, submitted Trump’s name for the award for helping to broker the Israel-UAE peace deal. Trump’s nomination comes amid racial tension and violence in the US. In May, there …
State ownership critical to controlling TB – Experts
Experts in the health sector have said state ownership of Tuberculosis (TB) was critical to controlling the disease which kills about 245 Nigerians every year and records about 590,000 new cases according to statistics from the World Health Organisation (WHO). The experts, who made this known during a TB media roundtable with the theme: ‘Impact …
Taraba gov calls for review of allocation formula
Governor Darius Ishaku of Taraba State has sought additional revenue allocation from the Federal Government to harness the state agricultural potentials. Ishaku urged the Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Responsibility Commission (RMAFRC) to always consider the state’s natural endowment while considering its monthly allocation. The governor made the demand at sensitisation and advocacy tour …
India to reopen schools despite rising COVID-19 cases
The Indian government, on Wednesday, said it would reopen schools for students in upper grades after more than five months of closure amid a daily rise of 89,706 coronavirus infections. According to India’s Health Ministry in its daily update, this figure takes its second-highest tally globally to more than 4.3 million cases. At least 1,115 …
Man United unveil third kit for new season
Manchester United have unveiled their third kit for the 2020/2021 season. Designed with adidas, the kit presents a visually distinctive design, inspired by striped jerseys from the club’s history. “From United’s first striped kit over 100 years ago, to the eye-catching designs of the 1970s and 80s, the latest release aims to provide a …
La Liga: Real Madrid unveil third kit
Real Madrid and adidas have unveiled the third jersey for the 2020/21 season. The Spanish champions said the jersey’s design is linked to the roots and traditions of the club. “With a subtle black and grey design on the front, the jersey is inspired by the paintings on the ceramic tiles that grace the …
Report: Ship attacked offshore Nigeria, 2 crew members kidnapped
Maritime security intelligence agencies have reported that the Water Phoenix reefer vessel was boarded Tuesday morning off Nigeria by an unknown number of persons and that two Russian nationals have been kidnapped. Per Praesidium International, a risk consultancy and maritime security company, the incident happened at 5:50 a.m. UTC Tuesday, approximately 34 nautical miles …
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