Breaking News this Afternoon in Nigeria Wednesday 23rd December 2020
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Sokoto PDP applauds police, NSCDC efforts on security
From Tunde Omolehin, Sokoto The Peoples’ Democratic Party (PDP) Chairman in Sokoto State, Muhammad Bello Goronyo, has applauded the efforts of all security heads in the state in tackling the menace of insecurity. Goronyo made the commendation during a courtesy visit to the Assistant Inspector-General of Police (AIG) Zone 7, Commissioner of Police, Sokoto State …
The Sun Nigeria.
COVID-19: Night clubs, bars, pubs, recreational centres in Abuja closed
From Fred Itua, Abuja As the number of COVID-19 cases continues to rise in Abuja, FCT Minister Mohammad Bello has announced new measures to contain the spread. As part of the new measures, the Minister has ordered that bars, night clubs, pubs, events and recreational venues in the FCT be shut for the next five …
The Sun Nigeria.
Ohanaeze presidency: Obiozor hospitalisation false news – Igbo group
From George Onyejiuwa, Owerri The Igbo Peoples Alliance for Development (IPAD) has described as fake news reports of the alleged collapse and hospitalisation of Prof George Obiozor last Sunday, during the Ime-Obi meeting of Ohanaeze in Enugu. The Igbo group said that the news was the handiwork of ‘fifth columnists’ targeting the reputation of Prof …
The Sun Nigeria.
December 25, 28, January 1 declared public holidays
From Joseph Inokotong, Abuja The Federal Government has declared Friday the 25th, Monday the 28th of December 2020 and Friday, January 1, 2021, as public holidays to mark the Christmas, Boxing Day and New Year Celebrations. Minister of Interior Ogbeni Rauf Adesoji Aregbesola, who made the declaration on behalf of the Federal Government, felicitated with …
The Sun Nigeria.
Gunmen abduct businessman in Kano
From Desmond Mgboh, Kano Gunmen have reportedly abducted a Kano-based businessman identified as Abdullahi Kalos, sources have told Daily Sun. The victim is said to be a resident of Unguwar Yamma, a town in Minjibir Local Government Area. It was gathered that the gunmen had stormed the community last night with heavy weapons. The incident …
The Sun Nigeria.
NIN: NACCIMA call for extension of deadline
By Merit Ibe The Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (NACCIMA) has called on the Ministry of Communications and Digital Economy and the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) to extend the deadline for the planned linking of Subscribers Identity Modules(SIM) cards to National Identity Number (NIN). The association’s appeal is against the …
The Sun Nigeria.
Ondo election petition tribunal: Akeredolu’s days are numbered – Jegede
From Bamigbola Gbolagunte, Akure The People’s Democratic Party (PDP) candidate in the last governorship election in Ondo State, Mr Eyitayo Jegede, says that he will claim his mandate at the election’s petition tribunal. Jegede spoke in Akure at the inauguration of the party’s reconstructed secretariat which was burned down by hoodlums during the #EndSARS protests. …
The Sun Nigeria.
FIFA files criminal complaint on Blatter
World soccer’s governing body FIFA say they have filed a criminal complaint with Zurich’s cantonal prosecutor, claiming evidence of “criminal mismanagement” of a museum project set up by former president Sepp Blatter. FIFA said their complaint “identified the direct involvement of former FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter together with other persons” in the agreements …
The Sun Nigeria.
Rivers police commissioner angry over personnel abuse of firearms
From Tony John, Port Harcourt The Rivers State Commissioner of Police, Joseph Mukan, has expressed serious concern over the unjustifiable use of firearms by personnel, in flagrant violation of Force Order 237. Commissioner Mukan made this known at a meeting with Divisional Police Officers (DPOs) and Heads of Tactical Units, including Inspectors, as well as …
The Sun Nigeria.
IGP Adamu visits Katsina, takes aim at banditry, rising crime
From Agaju Madugba, Katsina The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Mohammed Adamu, arrived Katsina on Wednesday vowing to rid the state of attacks by hoodlums and bandits. ‘I am in Katsina to see the men and officers of the Katsina State Command in order to restrategise, to ensure we make Katsina crime-free,’ the IGP said at …
The Sun Nigeria.
COVID-19: Kwara imposes partial lockdown
Stephen Olufemi Oni, Ilorin The Kwara State government has imposed a partial lockdown in the state between 12 am and 4:30 am until further notice as part of new COVID-19 guidelines. Speaking with journalists in Ilorin, the state capital, on Wednesday, the Chairman of the state’s COVID-19 Technical Committee, who is also the state …
FG declares holidays for Christmas, New Year celebrations
The Federal Government has declared Friday 25 and Monday 28 December 2020 and Friday, January 1, 2021 as public holidays to mark the Christmas, Boxing Day and New Year celebrations respectively. The Minister of Interior, Rauf Aregbesola, made the declaration on behalf of the federal government in a statement signed on Wednesday by the …
Ancelotti: Why I turned down Alex Ferguson’s offer to take over from him
Everton boss Carlo Ancelotti has admitted he rejected the chance to manage Manchester United because he was about to take the head coach role at Real Madrid. Ahead of the Wednesday’s Carabao Cup quarter-final against the Red Devils at Goodison Park, the Toffees manager revealed he was offered the job at Old Trafford by Sir Alex Ferguson prior to …
No fresh lockdown over COVID-19, FG clarifies
The Federal Government on Tuesday clarified that it has not declared a fresh lockdown of the country following confirmation of a second wave of COVID-19. The Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed gave this clarification when he featured on a Radio Nigeria programme, “Politics Nationwide,’ monitored by the News Agency of Nigeria …
A season of fear, not cheer, as virus changes Christmas
Montserrat Parello lost her husband eight years ago, and Christmas gatherings with children and grandchildren had helped her deal with her loneliness. But this year, the 83-year-old will be alone for the holiday at her home in Barcelona, due to the risk of infection from the coronavirus. “In these days of pandemic, I feel …
ASUU suspends nine-month-old strike
The Academic Staff Union of University (ASUU) on Wednesday “conditionally” suspended its strike, ending a protracted industrial action that started since March 2020. ASUU National President, Biodun Ogunyemi made the announcement during a briefing of the union in Abuja, explaining that the development followed consultations with its National Executive Council (NEC).
Nigeria’s Joel Obi faces racist abuse in Italy
Italian Serie B side Chievo have said that their Nigerian player Joel Obi was the victim of a racist insult from a player with Pisa, who denied the accusation. Chievo said in a statement that Obi was “the object of an infamous and disgraceful phrase that has nothing to do with the most basic values of sport, …
Dollar wavers, pound swung by Brexit gyrations
The dollar wavered against major peers in choppy trade on Wednesday as uncertainty about U.S. fiscal stimulus, Brexit and the pandemic recovery pushed investors into and out of riskier bets. In holiday-thinned trade, the pound rebounded from a three-day decline as time runs out for London to reach a trade deal with Brussels before …
Trump threatens to not sign COVID-19 bill, wants bigger stimulus checks
President Donald Trump threatened on Tuesday to not sign an $892 billion coronavirus relief bill that includes desperately needed money for individual Americans, saying it should be amended to increase the amount in the stimulus checks. U.S. government operations are being funded on a temporary basis through Dec. 28, waiting for the $1.4 trillion …
Trump supporters to hold virtual ‘second inauguration’ on Jan. 20
Thousands of supporters have pledged to attend a virtual “second inauguration” for President Trump, who lost his bid for a second term, at the same time President-elect Joe Biden is slated to be sworn in on January 20. The event, being organised through Facebook, triggered a disclaimer by the social media site: “Joe Biden is the President-elect. He will be …
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