Breaking News from Nigerian Evening Newspapers and Evening News Tuesday 18th July 2023
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Fire outbreak at Emir of Daura’s palace
Property worth millions of naira were destroyed in a fire outbreak at the palace of the Emir of Daura. The fire which was said to have started around 4 pm on Monday raged for several hours, destroying virtually everything at a section occupied by the emir’s son, Danburam of Daura. The prince, Alhaji MuhammaduDaha Umar
Islamic Calendar: Kano declares Wednesday work-free day
The Kano State government has declared Wednesday, 19th July, 2023, a work-free day to mark the beginning of the 1445 Islamic (Hijrah) new year. This was contained in a statement signed by the Commissioner of Information, Baba Halilu Dantiye, on behalf of Governor Abba Kabir Yusif. The governor who congratulated Muslims around the world on
FG set to review broadcast code, may increase licence fee
The National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) says it will soon meet with stakeholders in the broadcasting industry to review the Nigeria Broadcasting Code, this is as the commission revealed that it is considering upward review of television and radio stations licence fees. NBC’s Director General Malam, Balareba Shehu Ilelah disclosed this at a press conference in
Tinubu orders probe of 2-year-old killed by stray bullet in Delta
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed sadness over the death of two-year-old Ivan Omhonrina killed by a stray bullet during an operation by officers of the National Drugs Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) at Okpanam in Oshimili North Local Government Area of Delta State. The President, in a statement on Tuesday by his spokesman, Dele Alake,
I Only moved It From Abuja To Delta, Says Man ‘Who Stole’ N55m Benz
The 25-year-old man accused of stealing a Mercedes Benz SUV that was worth N55 million has denied the allegation, saying he only test-drove it without the consent of the owner, from Abuja, the country’s capital to Delta State. The man identified as Meshach Isinugo popularly known as Big Shark, was apprehended in Benin City, Edo
Fuel Price Hike: Don’t Take Nigerians For Granted Labour warns FG
The Organized Labour has rejected the recent increase in pump price of petrol to N617, describing the adjustment as unacceptable to Nigerians. The NLC in a reaction to the development, through its head information and public affairs, Comrade Benson Upah told Journalists that the increase poses a significant threat to the socio-economic well-being of the
Nigerians smartest people on the planet — Akon
Famous music star, Aliaune Damala Bouga Time Puru Nacka Lu Lu Lu Badara Akon Thiam, known mononymously as Akon, is a Senegalese-American singer, record producer, and entrepreneur. He rose to prominence in 2004 following the release of “Locked Up”, the first single from his debut album Trouble, followed by the second single “Lonely”. In a
Adeleke declares Wednesday as Public Holiday for Hijrah 1445
Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke has declared Wednesday, July 19 as a public holiday in the state to mark the new Hijrah Islamic year 1445. The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Regional Integration and Special Duties, Mr Mudashiru Oyedeji said this was to enable Muslims in the state to enjoy the celebration. As the twelfth
Fuel price hike: ‘Bring Back Buhari’, Twitter users knock Tinubu
The adjustment of the petrol pump price by the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) to N617 per litre has sparked a wave of reactions from Nigerians. Daily Trust had earlier reported that the price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), popularly known as fuel or petrol, has increased to N617 per litre in the nation’s capital
International flight tickets to rise as Airlines’ exchange rates hit N803/$
For the umpteenth time, Air fares on the International routes would be adjusted following an increase in the airlines’ rate of exchange, checks by Daily Trust have shown. The International Air Transport Association (IATA) had informed stakeholders that the IATA exchange rate would change from N776.90/$1 to N803.90/$1. The rate is determined by the Importer
Transfer: Andre Onana approves Man Utd’s move for 20-year-old star
Cameroonian goalkeeper Andre Onana has endorsed Manchester United’s interest in 20-year-old Atalanta attacker Rasmus Hojlund. Onana is set to undergo his medical with Man United on Wednesday. Man United have agreed a £43.9 million deal with Inter Milan for Onana’s signature. Onana will become Man United’s second signing of the summer following the arrival of
Transfer: Andre Onana approves Man Utd’s move for 20-year-old star
Islamic New Year: Yobe Govt declares Wednesday work-free day
The Yobe State Government has declared Wednesday, July 19, a work-free day to mark the Islamic New Year. This was contained in a statement signed and issued on Tuesday by the State Head of Civil Service, Garba Bilal. According to the statement, tomorrow, being July 19, 2023, is equivalent to the 1st day of Muharram
Islamic New Year: Yobe Govt declares Wednesday work-free day
Dad evicted me from home when I became actor – Jim Iyke
Veteran Nollywood actor Jim Iyke has narrated how his dad evicted him from his home over his decision to become a thespian. He said his dad wanted him to further his education after he got his first degree at 18, but he flouted his decision. Iyke said his late mother, however, supported his decision to
Dad evicted me from home when I became actor – Jim Iyke
I’m not among top 20 funniest comedians in Nigeria – AY
Award-winning comedian and filmmaker, Ayodeji Makun, has said he wouldn’t rate himself among the top 20 funniest comedians in Nigeria. He stated this in a recent interview with Teju Babyface. The comic actor, while berating critics of his comedy skills for their harsh comments on blogs and social media, admitted that the criticisms have helped
I’m not among top 20 funniest comedians in Nigeria – AY
Transfer: Chelsea in race to sign Japanese Goto
Chelsea are now in the race to sign Keisuke Goto from J2 League club Jubilo Iwata. Daily Mail reports that multiple other European clubs other than Chelsea are queuing up to sign the 18-year-old Goto. West Ham United, AFC Ajax, Feyenoord Rotterdam and Sevilla are all interested in the Japanese. The Blues believe that the
Transfer: Chelsea in race to sign Japanese Goto
Strike: Nigerian doctors give condition to resume duty
The Obafemi Awolowo University Teaching Hospital chapter of the Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD), led by Dr Anthony Anuforo, has assured Nigerians that their current strike will be called off as soon as the Federal Government pays their salaries. Anuforo gave the assurance in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in
Strike: Nigerian doctors give condition to resume duty
Ogun tribunal: Lawyers kick as two INEC staff appear to testify against Abiodun
Counsel to the respondents on Tuesday objected to the calling of two ad hoc staff of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to testify against Governor Dapo Abiodun before the Ogun State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal. DAILY POST reports that the two ad hoc staff, a Presiding Officer and an Assistant Presiding Officer, were summoned
Ogun tribunal: Lawyers kick as two INEC staff appear to testify against Abiodun
Amotekun parades five criminal suspects in Ekiti
The Ekiti State Security Network Agency, Amotekun Corps on Monday paraded five suspects for theft and attempted burglary. While addressing journalists in Ado-Ekiti, the Corps Commander, Brigadier Gen. Joe Komolafe, said the command arrested them after receiving distress calls from their victims at Tinuola Estate and Oke-Mesi, respectively. He said three of the suspects, Bahari
Amotekun parades five criminal suspects in Ekiti
Gov Bago set to hike tuition fees of state-owned institutions
The Niger State Government has disclosed plans to increase tuition fees at the state-owned tertiary institutions to adequately and effectively fund them. The Permanent Secretary, Niger State Ministry of Tertiary Education, Science, and Technology, Dr Musa Abubakar Sadeeq, made the disclosure in an interview in Minna. He explained that Governor Mohammed Umar Bago had suggested
Gov Bago set to hike tuition fees of state-owned institutions
Goodluck Jonathan meets Tinubu in Aso Rock
Former President Goodluck Jonathan met with President Bola Tinubu at the State House on Tuesday. Jonathan, who doubles as Head of the ECOWAS Mediation Team to Mali, told journalists after the meeting that the visit was to brief the president on certain issues pertaining to the continent. He said, “I came to brief the president
Goodluck Jonathan meets Tinubu in Aso Rock
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