Breaking News this Afternoon in Nigeria Wednesday 27th January 2021
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Imo: Rights group condemns invasion of church, killings, arrest by soldiers
From Jeff Amechi Agbodo, Onitsha The Human Rights Human Rights, Liberty Access and Peace Defenders’ Foundation (HURIDE) has condemned the invasion of House of Prayer International Covenant Church, Okporo in Orlu local government area of Imo by suspected soldiers where some members of the church were injured and arrested. The group called on the president …
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COVID-19: UNIBEN holds virtual orientation for Surveillance Club volunteers
From Tony Osauzo, Benin The University of Benin (UNIBEN) has organised a virtual orientation programme for the first batch of volunteers who will serve in the newly established Surveillance Club at the university. Setting the tone for the orientation, the Institution’s Vice-Chancellor, Prof Lilian Salami, explained that the initiative is borne out of the need …
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Ban foreign jeans, promote local fabrics, Oluwo urges FG
From Clement Adeyi, Osogbo The Oluwo of Iwoland, Oba Abdulrasheed Adewale Akanbi, has called on the Federal Government to consider an outright ban of foreign jeans and promote local fabrics with a view to boosting Nigeria’s economy. Speaking as a custodian of culture, Oluwo lamented the undue influence of cultural imperialism and infiltration of religion …
The Sun Nigeria.
Edo NUT dares Obaseki, orders members to shun Feb 1 school resumption
From Ighomuaye Lucky, Benin The Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) in Edo State has ordered all primary school teachers in the state to shun the February 1 resumption date proposed by the state government. The leadership of the union gave the directive in a press statement made available to newsmen in Benin City, the Edo …
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How N75 million was recovered from ex-minister’s wife, EFCC tells court
From Godwin Tsa, Abuja The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Wednesday told the Abuja division of the Federal High Court how the sum of N75 million was recovered from Halima Tanimu, wife of former Minister of Special Duties and Inter-Governmental Affairs under the Goodluck Jonathan administration, Tanimu Turaki (SAN). A prosecution witness Hamma-Adama …
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Nigerians in Italy cry out, seek intervention over passport shortage
From Tony Osauzo, Benin The National Union of Nigeria Association in Italy (NUNAI), has decried the inability and difficulty of Nigerians in procuring international passports at the consular office in Rome, following heightened tensions and strained relations between the Nigerian consular office and its citizens in Italy over the shortage of Nigeria passports. The group …
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Yakasai accuses Akeredolu, Alaafin of instigating crisis to undermine Tinubu’s presidential ambition
From Desmond Mgboh, Kano Elder statesman and Second Republic politician Tanko Yakasai has accused Governor Rotimi Akeredolu of Ondo State and the Alaafin of Oyo, Lamidi Olayiyemi II of instigating a Fulani-Yoruba political crisis with a view to undermining the presidential ambition of Bola Tinubu in the North. Speaking to Daily Sun during an interview …
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Putin wants international community to facilitate joint scientific research on COVID-19 variants
(Sputnik/NAN) The international community should facilitate joint scientific research on the new strains of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) that have appeared over recent months, Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Wednesday “Several variants of this dangerous disease, as is known, have appeared recently. “The international community should create the conditions for scientists and specialists to work …
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$300 million Abacha loot: Court orders accelerated hearing in suit challenging appointment of consultants
From Godwin Tsa, Abuja A Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has ordered accelerated hearing in the suit challenging the federal government for appointing a consultant for the monitoring and implementation of the $300 million allegedly looted by the late Head of State, General Sani Abacha, which was repatriated to Nigeria through a tripartite agreement …
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Buhari, Ooni of Ife met in Aso Rock Tuesday night
From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Mohammadu Buhari received the Ooni of Ife, Imperial Majesty, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi Ojaja II, on Tuesday night at his official residence in State House, Abuja. The meeting which held between 8 and 9 pm, was not listed on the President’s official itinerary and there was also no Presidency statement to …
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Kogi auto crash claims lives of four workers
Muhammad Bashir, Lokoja Four staff of BN Ceramics Company Ajaokuta lost their lives in a ghastly vehicle accident along Ajaokuta road on Wednesday morning. The accident, it was learnt, occurred at about 10.00 am and involved a bus and Toyota saloon car. According to an eye witness both vehicles had a head on collusion …
JUST IN: Tanker on fire along Lagos-Ibadan Expressway
A petrol tanker is currently on fire on the Long Bridge along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway. Although details are still sketchy, it was learnt that traffic gridlock has built up on the inward Lagos side of the busy road due to the burning tanker. More details later…
Russian parliament OKs new START nuclear treaty extension
The lower house of Russian parliament on Wednesday quickly approved the extension of the last remaining nuclear arms control pact days before it’s due to expire. The State Duma voted unanimously to extend the New START treaty for five years. The vote came a day after a phone call between U.S. President Joe Biden …
FIFA clears eight players for Eagles
FIFA has cleared eight new players for the Super Eagles. Most of the players had already featured in age grade competitions for other nations but opted to commit their senior national team allegiances to Nigeria. Fulham’s forward Ademola Lookman is on top of the list. Others include: * Jordan Torunarigha – Hertha BSC * …
JUST IN: Ortom tests positive for COVID-19
Governor of Benue State, Samuel Ortom has tested positive for COVID-19. This is coming after test results of most of the governor’s close aides returned positive in the last few weeks. Though the Governor is asymptomatic, he has commenced COVID-19 treatment as prescribed by medical personnel. Ortom confirmed this in a statement released by …
Yabatech loses director to COVID, shuts hostel
Yaba College of Technology (Yabatech) has announced the death of the College’s Director, Academic Planning Unit, Mr. M.A.O Omoighe, from COVID-19 complications. It also ordered all students to vacate the hotels latest Thursday, January 28, 2021. The medical centre was also shut for two weeks while those who may have had direct contacts with …
COVID-19: Wait for GAVI vaccines, Bill Gates advises Nigeria
American Philanthropist, Bill Gates, has advised the Nigerian government against diverting its limited health fund into trying to pay a high price for COVID-19 vaccines. Gates gave the advice on Tuesday night during a virtual press conference ahead of the launch of the 2021 Bill and Melinda Gates Annual Letters. He said waiting for …
Nollywood actor, Ernest Asuzu, is dead
Popular Nollywood actor Ernest Asuzu is dead. It was gathered that he slumped and died on Tuesday evening. The president of the Actors Guild of Nigeria, Emeka Rollas, confirmed his death. “Yes, Ernest Asuzu is dead. I am trying to reach his wife to get the full details. I will get back to you.” …
Senate confirms Biden nominee, Blinken, as Secretary of State
The U.S. Senate on Tuesday confirmed President Joe Biden’s nominee, veteran diplomat Antony Blinken, to serve as secretary of state. The 100-member Senate backed Blinken 78-22, meaning he could be sworn in as the nation’s top diplomat later in the day. A simple majority was needed in the Democratic-controlled chamber for his confirmation, reports …
Singapore faces talent crunch as tech giants scale up
At least three recruiters approach Singapore-based software engineer Xiao Yuguang every day with job offers. Demand for Xiao’s skills has soared since he graduated in 2014 with a computer engineering degree but now he just ignores the offers, having recently joined TikTok owner Bytedance after several years with Southeast Asia’s Grab, reports Reuters. “It’s …
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