Breaking News this Afternoon in Nigeria Monday 21st December 2020
Top Nigeria News Dailies Update from Newspaper Headlines Today this Afternoon
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Yuletide: NEMA, FRSC launch Operation Eagle Eye in Borno
From Timothy Olanrewaju Maiduguri The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), in collaboration with the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has lunched Operation Eagle Eye, to combat road accidents in Borno State during the Yuletide. NEMA acting Zonal Coordinator, northeast zone (NEZ),Mr Chinoko ishaya said on Tuesday in Maiduguri at the launch that the operation …
The Sun Nigeria.
Governor Abiodun woos IOD to train Public servants
By Henry Uche The Ogun State governor, Adedapo Abiodun, have wooed the Institute Of Directors, Nigeria (IOD) to train Public servants in the state in Corporate governance principles and practices for maximum and efficient service delivery. The governor made this call yesterday at the annual Directors Dinner/Award night in Lagos where he bagged the award …
The Sun Nigeria.
Customary Court dissolves 16-year-old marriage over promiscuity
An Igando Customary Court in Lagos has dissolved a 16-year-old marriage on adultery charges, filed by the husband against his wife, saying he could no longer tolerate her infidelity. The court’s President, Mr Adeniyi Koledoye, granted the prayer and dissolved the marriage with a declaration: “Both of you henceforth cease to be husband and wife”. …
The Sun Nigeria.
Cross River North: INEC issues certificate of return to Jarigbe
From Fred Itua, Abuja The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), has issued a fresh Certificate of Return to Jarigbe Agom Jarigbe as the winner and duly elected candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to represent Cross River North Senatorial District. The decision followed the judgment of the Court of Appeal on Thursday which declared …
The Sun Nigeria.
Nobby Stiles’ brain injury caused by heading ball: doctor
A doctor looking into possible links between football and dementia has said England’s World Cup winning midfielder Nobby Stiles, who died aged 78 in October, suffered severe brain damage from repeatedly heading the ball. FILE PHOTO: Soccer Football – Premier League – Manchester United v Arsenal – Old Trafford, Manchester, Britain – November 1, 2020 …
The Sun Nigeria.
Travelers stranded on East-West Road as Ijaw youths protest
Early morning travelers along the East-West Road were stranded for hours on Monday as Ijaw Youths protested over the appointment of Mr Effiong Okon-Awka as Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) Sole Administrator. President Muhammadu Buhari announced Okon-Awka’s appointment last week, but the announcement did not go down with the Ijaw youths who demanded that a …
The Sun Nigeria.
COVID-19: FRSC implores Christians to celebrate Yuletide on low key
The Idiroko Unit, Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) in Ogun, has advised Christians to celebrate the Christmas in a low key and adhere to preventive protocols against COVID-19 pandemic. The Unit Commander of FRSC, Mr Olaluwoye Akinwunmi, gave the advice in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Monday in Ota, Ogun. …
The Sun Nigeria.
Lagos council area to prioritise security in communities, says Chairman
The Community Development Committee (CDC) of Egbe-Idimu Local Development Council Area (LCDA) of Lagos State has pledged to prioritise the security of lives and properties in the council. In an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Monday, in Lagos, Alhaji Kazeem Rabiu, Chairman of the CDC, urged residents to be security-conscious and …
The Sun Nigeria.
Lampard happy to see more British managers in Premier League
Chelsea boss Frank Lampard is pleased to see more British managers in the Premier League and said their success could encourage the next generation of homegrown coaches. Sam Allardyce’s appointment at West Bromwich Albion last week took the tally of British managers currently in the league to 11. Two years ago there were only five …
The Sun Nigeria.
Police arraign sales girl over alleged theft of employer’s N265,000
A 20-year-old salesgirl, Mistutah Ajayi, on Monday appeared before an Ota Magistrates’ Court in Ogun, for allegedly stealing valuable items and cash worth N265,000. Ayayi, whose address was not provided, is facing a charge of stealing. The Prosecutor, Insp. Emmanuel Adaraloye, told the court that the defendant committed the offence on Dec. 11, about 8.50 …
The Sun Nigeria.
Yultide: FCTA keeps Millennium Park shut over COVID-19
Caleb Onwe, Abuja The dream of Abuja residents of enjoying the ambience of the popular Millennium Recreation Park this yultide, has been dashed, following the decision of the Federal Capital Territory Administration to keep the park shut. The Millennium Park, said to be the largest public park social activity centre in Abuja and located …
Femi Adesina: Let’s be thankful that bombings don’t happen daily in Nigeria anymore
Femi Adesina, presidential spokesman, says Nigerians should be thankful for “small mercies” granted by the Buhari administration in its fight against insecurity. Speaking during a ‘Channels TV’ programme on Sunday, Adesina said the security situation has improved compared to “when bombs went off like firecrackers every day” before President Muhammadu Buhari came to power. …
Biden to get COVID-19 vaccine as Moderna distribution begins
US President-elect Joe Biden will be vaccinated against COVID-19 this week, as the country’s second approved jab is moved from warehouses to healthcare facilities. Biden will receive the vaccine on Monday, days after Vice President Mike Pence, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, and Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, reports Sky News. US President Donald Trump, …
US Congress reaches $900bn COVID-19 relief deal
Top Capitol Hill negotiators sealed a deal Sunday on a $900 billion COVID-19 economic relief package, finally delivering long-overdue help to businesses and individuals and providing money to deliver vaccines to a nation eager for them. The agreement, announced by congressional leaders, would establish a temporary $300 per week supplemental jobless benefit and a …
Dope: Former weightlifting champion, Kashirina, suspended
Russia’s five-time world champion weightlifter and Olympic medallist Tatiana Kashirina has been temporarily suspended for an anti-doping rule violation. Kashirina, who won silver at the 2012 Olympics and five gold medals at the World Championships between 2010 and 2018, was one of the favourites for a gold medal at next year’s Tokyo Games, reports …
EPL: Allardyce begins Baggies’ reign with defeat as Man United hammer Leeds
*Leicester beat Spurs, Brighton rescue point against 10-man Sheff Utd Sam Allardyce’s reign as West Bromwich Albion manager got off to a miserable start as Aston Villa brushed aside the 10-man Baggies. Anwar El Ghazi’s improvised close-range finish gave Villa an early advantage in a West Midlands derby that was one-sided even before Baggies captain …
Leadership and the burden of insecurity
Dakuku Peterside Insecurity has challenged Nigeria, her economic development and leadership like never seen in the recent history of the country apart from the civil war. In truth, everything seems to be on a standstill. Our leaders need help and a change of direction. Insecurity in Nigeria seems to have defied every plausible …
B737MAX regains footing as Africa revives interest in plane
FRESH HOPE Recertification paved way for aircraft’s return to commercial service A huge relief came the way of many airlines, particularly those in Africa, following the re-certification of B737 MAX by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) more than a year after the aircraft were grounded around the globe. The production line of …
Tackling rising insecurity
Kankara abduction: Lawyers knock Buhari, service chiefs Notwithstanding the release of about 344 kidnapped students of Government Science Secondary School (GSSS), Kankara, Katsina State by their captors, lawyers have decried the growing level of insecurity in the country, asking President Muhammadu Buhari to exhibit the political will to free the nation from the grip …
‘Troops kill Gana’s militia gang members in Benue
Defence Headquarters (DHQ) said troops of Operation Whirl Stroke killed two suspected members of a militia gang linked to the late kidnap kingpin, Terwase Akwaze aka Gana, during a fierce encounter at Mbacher Council Ward of the Katsina- Ala Local Government Area of Benue State. Coordinator, Defence Media Operations (DMO), Maj.-Gen. John Enenche, who …
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