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Kwara governor hails victory of Owolewa in US polls
Layi Olanrewaju, Ilorin Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has congratulated Democrat Oye Owolewa on his victory as a shadow US Representative for Washington DC, describing his emergence as a pride to homeland Kwara and Nigeria. “On behalf of the people and government of our state, I felicitate with Democrat Oye Owolewa, from homeland Omu-Aran (Kwara …
The Sun Nigeria.
Ondo NSCDC arrest two suspected robbers
Bamigbola Gbolagunte, Akure The Ondo State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has lined up two suspects arrested for allegedly terrorising the people of the state. The suspects were also alleged of obtaining by false pretence and conspiracy to commit heinous crimes. While parading the suspects who were identified as Asukwo …
The Sun Nigeria.
#EndSARS: Act now to avert disaster, ACJMC advises Buhari
Sola Ojo, Kaduna Following the fallout from #EndSARS protests that ravaged the country, the Administration of Criminal Justice Monitoring Committee (ACJMC) has advised President Muhammadu on key measures to take to avert danger during the ember period. The Committee in a communiqué signed by its Executive Secretary, Malam Sulayman Kuku-Dawodu, pressed for urgent intervention in …
The Sun Nigeria.
Kebbi kicks off free registration for National Youth Investment Fund
Olanrewaju Lawal, Birnin Kebbi The Kebbi State Government has kicked off the free registration exercise of the Nation Youth Investment Fund (NYIF) for teeming youths across the 21 local government in the state. Commissioner for Sports and Youth Development, Alhaji Gidado Kaliel who flagged off the exercise on Wednesday outside Emir Gwandu palace, Birnin Kebbi, …
The Sun Nigeria.
Igbo, Yoruba unity cannot be broken with falsehoods, IPAN tells detractors
Obinna Odogwu, Awka Igbo for a Progressive Nigeria (IPAN) has told those fabricating and promoting falsehood in order to cause disaffection between the Igbo and Yoruba to have a rethink as their evil plots cannot come to fruition. It said that the recent falsehoods flying in the social media during the #EndSARS protests were the …
The Sun Nigeria.
Horror in Kaduna as kidnappers murder pregnant woman
Sola Ojo, Kaduna A Kaduna pregnant woman was allegedly murdered by yet to be apprehended suspected kidnappers, with her husband taken to an unknown destination. Though details of the unfortunate incident, including the names of the woman and her husband, are still unknown, a source from the area said, the kidnappers stormed the victim’s home …
The Sun Nigeria.
#EndSARS: Nsukka bishop accused of inciteful speech against Muslims
Fred Ezeh, Abuja The Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA) has accused Bishop of Nsukka Catholic Diocese, Godfrey Onah, of a hateful sermon that led to recent attacks on Muslims in the South-East and South-South regions of Nigeria. The Council said the recent violent assaults also led to the destruction of property worth billions …
The Sun Nigeria.
#EndSARS: Plateau council chairman still counting loses of vandalised secretariat
Gyang Bere, Jos The Management Committee Chairman of Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State, Hon Mafeng Gwallson has set up a technical committee to recount losses and level of destruction of properties at the local government Secretariat by hoodlums who hijacked the #EndSARS protests in the state. The committee which was given one week …
The Sun Nigeria.
Southern Kaduna now peaceful, indigenes declare
Okwe Obi, Abuja The Southern Kaduna Peace Practitioners (SOKAPEP) have declared the Southern Kaduna peaceful following the deployment of troops that quelled killings in the area. SOKAPEP said the declaration became necessary following the alarm raised by the Spokesperson of Southern Kaduna Peoples Union (SOKAPU), Luka Binniyat, that the region still witnesses banditry and kidnapping. …
The Sun Nigeria.
Calabar: Kidnappers on rampage, abduct medical doctor, 3 others
Judex Okoro, Calabar Kidnappers in Cross River have struck again, with a medical doctor and three others the latest victims abducted in Calabar, the state capital. This is happening even as there is 6:00 am to 6:00 pm curfew imposed on the state by Governor Ben Ayade following the wanton destruction and looting of public …
The Sun Nigeria.
Ex-football coach, Tuberville, wins US Senate seat
A former college football coach, Tommy Tuberville, is taking his playbook to Washington, D.C. The 65-year-old Republican challenger and political newcomer won his U.S. Senate race Tuesday in Alabama against Democratic incumbent Doug Jones. Tuberville, who has been out of coaching since 2016, has said he was inspired to enter politics by Donald Trump’s …
Basaksehir v Man Utd: Solskjaer’s squad for Champions League clash confirmed
Manchester United manager, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, has taken a 24-man squad to Turkey for Wednesday’s Champions League tie against Istanbul Basaksehir. The first meeting between the two clubs will kick off at 6:55pm West African time. United are looking to build on two consecutive Group H wins against Paris Saint-Germain and Red Bull Leipzig. …
Trump, Biden’s paths to victory in US presidential election
President Donald Trump and Democratic challenger Joe Biden on Wednesday each faced narrow paths to potential victory in a close-fought U.S. presidential election that will be determined by a razor-thin margin. Six states remain to be called — Georgia, Michigan, Nevada, North Carolina, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin — with Biden needing to carry at least …
NBA urges AG to release Lagos #EndSARS protesters
The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Lagos State branch, has called on the State Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Mr Moyosore Onigbanjo (SAN) to release innocent citizens arrested during the #EndSARS protests. The association made the call in a letter signed by the branch Chairman, Mr Yemi Akangbe and Chairman, NBA Lagos Human Rights Committee, Mr …
SOKIPEP denies reports of ‘continuous’ attacks in Southern Kaduna
…sues for calm among ethnic groups Our Reporter The Southern Kaduna Peace Practitioners (SOKIPEP) forum, has described as false reports of ‘continuous killings’ in Southern Kaduna, saying the claim was aimed at disrupting the peace that is gradually returning to the area. According to SOKIPEP, the need to set the records straight, considering the fact …
ICC opens inquiry into ‘crimes’ committed during #EndSARS protests
The International Criminal Court (ICC) says it has opened a preliminary inquiry into the demonstrations against harassment and brutality by the police. According to the BBC, the ICC said it had received information on alleged crimes during the protests, which were organised under the #EndSARS campaign. Last month, many Nigerians took to the streets to …
Petrol tanker spills contents on Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway
A fully loaded petrol tanker is discharging its contents along Bajomo Street, and the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) said it has activated its response team Residents are advised to exercise extreme caution and refrain from any activities involving naked flame. The LASEMA, therefore, appealed to residents to allow the Agency’s first responders to …
Climate change: US formally withdraws from Paris agreement
After a three-year delay, the US has become the first nation in the world to formally withdraw from the Paris climate agreement. President Trump announced the move in June 2017, but UN regulations meant that his decision only takes effect today, the day after the US election, reports the BBC. The US could re-join it …
Buhari presides over Federal Executive Council meeting
President Muhammadu Buhari is currently presiding over the 22nd virtual Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting at the Council Chamber of the State House, Abuja. Vice President, Yemi Osinbajo, Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Boss Mustapha, Chief of Staff, Ibrahim Gambari, are physically present. Seven ministers are physically attending the meeting. They are …
Cote d’Ivoire police surround opposition leaders’ houses
Police in Cote d’Ivoire surrounded the houses of two of President Alassane Ouattara’s main rivals on Tuesday after the government accused them of sedition for creating a parallel administration in defiance of Ouattara’s landslide win in Saturday’s election. It was not immediately clear if anyone had been arrested. But the moves deepened a bitter standoff …
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