Breaking News from Nigerian Evening Newspapers and Evening News Friday 22nd September 2023
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Secondary school student commits suicide in Benue
A 17-year-old secondary school student, Terhemba Tyochivir, has reportedly committed suicide in Akpehe, a suburb of Makurdi metropolis in Benue State. The police spokeswoman for Benue command, SP. Catherine Anene, confirmed the incident to journalists in Makurdi on Friday. Tyochivir was said to be a student at Government Secondary School, Gboko, until on Thursday when
Hoodlums attack SDP chieftain in Kogi, set his vehicle ablaze
Hoodlums have invaded the house of a Social Democratic Party (SDP) chieftain, Abdul Yusuf Amichi, aka Abdul limbo, at Ugwolawo, headquarters of Ofu local government area of Kogi State, setting his vehicle ablaze. According to witnesses, the hoodlums who struck around 11pm on Wednesday operated till the early hours of Thursday. “They have burnt an
Presidency withdraws statement on Tinubu as first African Leader to ring NASDAQ bell
The presidency has apologised for a claim that President Bola Tinubu is the first African leader to ring the bell at the National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations (NASDAQ). On Tuesday, shortly after performing the act, a statement released by Ajuri Ngelale, special adviser to the president on media and publicity, claimed Tinubu as
Abduction: Military rescue six Zamfara varsity students
The military have rescued six of the 24 students of the Federal University Gusau, Zamfara State, abducted by gunmen Friday morning. Daily Trust reports that bandits in their large number invaded three of the school’s hostels, forced their way into the rooms through windows and abducted 24 students. Also military personnel were said to have
Yemi Cardoso assumes duty as Acting CBN Governor
Dr. Olayemi Michael Cardoso, has formally assumed duty as the acting Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). Following the resignation of Godwin Emefiele, President Bola Tinubu appointed Cardoso pending the confirmation of the senate. Similarly, the Deputy-Governors-Designate have also assumed duty, in acting capacities, sequel to the formal resignation of Mr. Folashodun Shonubi,
FACT CHECK: Is it true Nigerian lawyers can’t practise abroad?
A post on X (formerly Twitter) and Facebook claims that lawyers who study in Nigeria are not qualified to practise in other countries. The post reads, “You know what’s funny about studying law in Nigeria? You can’t practice anywhere else in the world. It’s either you practice here in NG, where the law books ain’t
Gunmen kill 3 vigilantes in Edo
Gunmen have killed three vigilante members in Okhun Community, in Ovia North-East Local Government Area of Edo State. It was gathered that the hoodlums numbering over 10 invaded the community and fired at the victims who were on duty. According to some sources, the incident was not unconnected with leadership tussle in the community, while
Nasarawa hospital gives 2-week ultimatum for 9 unclaimed corpses
Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Keffi, Nasarawa State, has issued a two-week ultimatum for the claiming of nine corpses left in its mortuary or be left with the option of a mass burial. This is contained in a statement signed by Miss Esther Bature, Public Relations Officer of the medical centre on Friday. Strike not in
Kebbi bans mining, shuts down many sites
From Ismail Adebayo, Birnin Kebbi Kebbi State Government on Friday announced ban of all mining activities in the state. Addressing journalists in Birnin Kebbi, the state capital on Friday, Secretary to the State Government, Yakubu Tafida, said the government took the action because of insecurity and the need to protect mining workers, host communities and
Academic record: It’s obvious Tinubu has something to hide – Atiku’s aide
President Bola Tinubu is shielding some information about his academic records, Paul Ibe, media adviser to Atiku Abubakar, Presidential Candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2023 general election, has said. He was reacting to a motion filed by President Tinubu challenging the Northern District of Illinois order directing the Chicago State University
Flood hits Adamawa community
Anguwan Tana, a community in Yola North LGA, was submerged on Thursday by overflow from River Kilange and River Faro. The farming settlement in the state capital lies on the shore of the River Benue, which runs across Yola. Residents of the community lamented the destruction of their farms following the heavy flood. Visiting the
Flood hits Adamawa community
Plateau guber: Respect the wishes of the people – Mutfwang tells APC
Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau State has called on the opposition All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state, to respect the wishes of the people of the state who voted him in the March 18, 2023, gubernatorial election. Mutfwang made this call while reacting to a tribunal judgement, which reaffirmed his election as governor on
Plateau guber: Respect the wishes of the people – Mutfwang tells APC
Reps resume from annual recess Sept 26
The House of Representatives has announced it will resume sitting on Tuesday, September 26, 2023, to continue the first legislative year of the 10th Assembly, following its annual recess. The spokesperson of the House, Akin Rotimi, said in a statement issued on Friday that the information had been conveyed to lawmakers by Dr. Yahaya Danzaria,
Reps resume from annual recess Sept 26
FG seeks NASS cooperation to tackle Nigeria’s problems
The federal government has sought collaboration with leadership of the 10th National Assembly to tackle the myriad economic, social and political challenges facing Nigeria. The Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima made the appeal on Friday in Ikot Ekpene, Akwa Ibom State, during a 2-day retreat for the leadership of the 10th national Assembly organised by
FG seeks NASS cooperation to tackle Nigeria’s problems
FMC Keffi gives two-week ultimatum for evacuation of nine corpses
The Federal Medical Centre (FMC) Keffi, Nasarawa State, has issued a two-week ultimatum for the retrieval of some corpses from its mortuary to avoid them being disposed of by mass burial. A statement signed by Esther Bature, Public Relations Officer of the medical centre, on Friday, said: “The decision by the management of the medical
FMC Keffi gives two-week ultimatum for evacuation of nine corpses
Heartland, Abia Warriors face off in friendly on Saturday
Heartland will take on Abia Warriors in a pre-season friendly on Saturday. The encounter is billed for the Dan Anyiam Stadium in Owerri. The pre-season friendly game is aimed at preparing both teams for the 2023–24 Nigeria Professional Football League season. Heartland are without a win in their last three warm-up matches. The Naze Millionaires
Heartland, Abia Warriors face off in friendly on Saturday
Police arraign 2 for allegedly stealing cocoa beans worth N250,000
The police in Osun on Friday arraigned two men before an Ile-Ife Magistrate Court for allegedly breaking into an apartment and stealing cocoa beans worth N250,000. The defendants, Felix Philip, 20 and Michael Julius, 20, are facing a three-count charge of conspiracy, burglary, and stealing. They, however, denied the charges preferred against them by the
Police arraign 2 for allegedly stealing cocoa beans worth N250,000
Inter Miami suffer Messi injury blow ahead of Orland City clash
Inter Miami will be without Lionel Messi for their MLS clash against Orlando City on Sunday, ahead of the Open Cup final on Wednesday. Messi picked up a knock while away on international duty with Argentina. However, after missing the 5-2 defeat at Atlanta last Saturday, he returned to play just 37 minutes against Toronto.
Inter Miami suffer Messi injury blow ahead of Orland City clash
Diphtheria kills 10 in Jigawa
The Jigawa State Government has confirmed the deaths of ten persons as a result of diphtheria in the state. The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Health, Dr Salisu Mu’azu, confirmed this in an interview with newsmen on Friday. He said the state has recorded 91 cases of diphtheria in 14 local government areas in
Diphtheria kills 10 in Jigawa
EPL: At Man Utd, you fight – Ten Hag addresses poor form
Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has said the team is fighting together to try to turn their season around. The Red Devils have lost four of their first six matches this campaign. They lost 4-3 to Bayern Munich in their Champions League on Wednesday night, following a 3-1 loss to Brighton in the Premier
EPL: At Man Utd, you fight – Ten Hag addresses poor form
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