Breaking News from Nigerian Evening Newspapers and Evening News Saturday 5th August 2023
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NRC alerts train passengers of fake ticketing website
The Nigerian Railway Corporation,(NRC) has alerted members of the public that it has not introduced e-ticketing on the Lagos-Ibadan Train Service while urging passengers to be weary of fraudsters. The NRC disclosed that a website had been allegedly developed by cyber criminals, inviting members of the general public to visit the fictitious cyber space to
Nigeria’s D’Tigress win historic fourth consecutive African title
The Nigerian national women’s basketball team, professionally know as D’Tigress, defeated the their Senegalese counterpart 84-74 to emerge champions of Africa. Saturday’s victory marked the fourth consecutive titles for the D’Tigress in the final of the 2023 FIBA Women’s Afrobasket tournament. By the victory, the Nigerian Ladies have become only the second team ever after
Joshua-Whyte Fight Cancelled Over Anti-Doping Test
The rematch fight between Anthony Joshua and Dillan Whyte slated for August 12 has been suspended, following the latter’s anti-doping test which returned “adverse analytical findings.” This was revealed by the promoter Eddie Hearn and Matchroom on Saturday, as Voluntary Anti-Doping Association said it had informed the Association of Boxing Commissions and the British Boxing
Tinubu’s Government: A Learning Curve
by Oluwole Onemola In a series of recent events, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration has displayed a propensity for quick decision-making. However, these swift actions have raised questions and concerns about the administration’s approach and its long-term implications. First, the abrupt announcement of removal of the fuel subsidy, which was subsequently revealed to have been
VIDEO: How Ganduje, wife mocked Maryam Shetty
National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Abdullahi Ganduje, has challenged his opponents to continue their disparaging comments against his wife over the drama that trailed the replacement of one of the ministerial-nominees from Kano. Daily Trust reports that a high-powered politicking had seen Ganduje triumph in replacing the name of Maryam Shetty with
Resident doctors declare nationwide protests
The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has declared daily nationwide protests and picketing of federal health institutions. In a notice issued on Saturday, the association which is currently on a nationwide indefinite strike said the protest will commence on Wednesday, 9th August at 10:00am. The notice was issued after its National Executive Council (E-NEC)
Machina, David Lyon, Maryam Shetty, politicians who lost out on the eve of glory
One of the interesting stories in the Bible is that of Moses and the people of Israel. According to Deuteronomy 32:52, God told Moses that he would see the land of promise but never be part of it. “For you shall see the land opposite you from a distance, but you shall not go there,
Wanted criminal surrenders to Police in Kano
Nasiru Abdullahi, popularly known as Chile Maidoki, who is among the three notorious criminals on the wanted list of Kano State Police Command, on Saturday, surrendered to the Commissioner of Police, Mohammed Usaini Gumel. The News Agency of Nigeria( NAN) reports that Chile Maidoki, of Layin Falwaya Kurna, is among the three notorious criminals declared
Senate rejects military intervention in Niger
The Senate on Saturday urged President Bola Tinubu, who is the Chairman of ECOWAS to adopt diplomacy in addressing the toppling of democractic government Niger Republic. Tinubu had in an official communication sent to the Senate on Friday sought the support of the parliament for the implementation of Resolutions of ECOWAS on the political situation
Ministerial nominee who tackled Tinubu before appointment seeks forgiveness
A ministerial nominee from Ogun State, Bosun Tijani has apologized to the Senate over “unpatriotic” comments he shared on Twitter…
Nigeria’s D’Tigress beat Senegal to claim fourth consecutive AfroBasket women’s title
Nigeria’s D’Tigress claimed a fourth consecutive Afro Women’s Basketball crown after defeating Senegal 84-74 in a pulsating final on Saturday. The D’Tigress made a good start in the keenly contested encounter and won the first quarter 19-10. Rena Wakama’s side led 12 points (43-31) going into the half time break. The Senegalese fought back in
Nigeria’s D’Tigress beat Senegal to claim fourth consecutive AfroBasket women’s title
Niger coup: PDP governors warn Tinubu to embrace diplomacy, dialogue
Governors elected on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, have cautioned President Bola Ahmed Tinubu against going to war with the Nigerien coupists, but instead, he should use diplomacy and dialogue. Humwashi Wonosikou, Press Secretary to the forum chairman, in a statement on Saturday, said the group stated this during the meeting in
Niger coup: PDP governors warn Tinubu to embrace diplomacy, dialogue
2023 WWC: Super Falcons goalie Nnadozie named among five best African players of group stage
Super Falcons goalkeeper, Chiamaka Nnadozie, has been included in the list of five best African players in the group stages of the ongoing 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup by the Confederation of African Football (CAF). Nnadozie, who captained the Super Falcons in their three group games, played a crucial role in the side’s passage to
2023 WWC: Super Falcons goalie Nnadozie named among five best African players of group stage
Fuel subsidy removal: Lagos LGA rolls out 14 mini-buses to ease hardship
Lagos State’s Ojodu Local Council Development Area (LCDA) has rolled out 14 mini-buses to ease hardship. According to NAN, the Chairman of the LGA, Mr Segun Odunmbaku, disclosed this on Saturday while marking his two years in office. He said the release of the mini-buses was part of the palliative measures by his administration to
Fuel subsidy removal: Lagos LGA rolls out 14 mini-buses to ease hardship
Most women advising May have unhappy homes – Pete Edochie
Veteran Nollywood actor, Pete Edochie, has noted that the majority of the women advising his daughter in-law, May Edochie, have unhappy homes. Pete stated this in his recent interview with media personality, Chude Jideonwo. Speaking on his son, Yul Edochie’s marital crisis for the first time, Pete stated that it was difficult convincing May that
Most women advising May have unhappy homes – Pete Edochie
Police rescue two kidnapped students, one other in Katsina
The Katsina State Police Command has rescued two kidnapped students, Ibrahim Abdulwaheed and Abdulrahman Abdulwasiu, of the Federal University Dutsinma (FUDMA), Katsina State from their captors The command’s spokesman, ASP Abubakar Sadiq Aliyu, in a statement added that one other victim was also rescued from the kidnappers According to the statement, one Malam Dauda Magini,
Police rescue two kidnapped students, one other in Katsina
Military action in Niger will lead to mass killings – CNG warns
The Coalition of Northern Groups (CNG) has warned that any military action in the Republic of Niger will engulf the West African sub-region and consequently lead to mass killings. DAILY POST reports that President Bola Tinubu Friday, notified the National Assembly about the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) proposed military action against the
Military action in Niger will lead to mass killings – CNG warns
BBNaija All Stars: Parrot exposes what Ike said about pimping Venita Video
A parrot in the Big Brother Naija All Stars house has exposed Ike’s conversation about pimping his fellow housemates, Venita, to wealthy men. DAILY POST recalls that Ike, days ago, during his conversation with Kiddwaya, WhiteMoney and Seyi Awolowo, narrated how he connected the BBNaija ex-stars, including Venita, with his rich friends. He said, “I
BBNaija All Stars: Parrot exposes what Ike said about pimping Venita Video
Sporting Lagos release 10 players ahead debut campaign in NPFL
Sporting Lagos have released 10 players ahead of the 2023/24 Nigeria Professional Football League season. The NPFL new boys club effected the release to create opportunity for the newly recruited players. The affected players are, Abiodun Odunayo Taiwo, Akanni Akeem, Daniel Onah and Daniel Simon. Others are Godswill Taro, Oluwayemi Afere, Raji Usman, Temidayo Okanlawon,
Sporting Lagos release 10 players ahead debut campaign in NPFL
Noor Takaful Insurance Ltd., Hosts Africa
Noor Takaful Insurance Ltd, the leading provider of Takaful Insurance solutions, proudly hosted the African Takaful and Non-Interest Finance Conference. The event gathered industry leaders, experts, and stakeholders across Africa to discuss and explore the transformative potential of technology as it drives Takaful and non-interest finance in Africa. The two-day conference with the Theme Leveraging
Noor Takaful Insurance Ltd., Hosts Africa
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