Breaking News from Nigerian Evening Newspapers and Evening News Thursday 19th October 2023
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THE LIST: Judges That Will Hear Atiku, Obi’s appeal Against Tinubu
The Supreme Court has constituted a seven-member panel of justices to hear the appeal in the petitions filed by three presidential candidates challenging the outcome of the February 25 election. The notices for the hearing were served on the presidential candidate of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar; that of the Labour Party (LP),
Obaseki: I warned against today’s hardship but was ignored
Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State has said he warned the Federal Government against the current hardship in the country but was ignored. Obaseki, who spoke to journalists in Benin, the state capital, however, blamed the current socio-economic challenges bedeviling the country on poor leadership decisions by the nation’s leaders. He said “as an investment
Supreme Court fixes Monday for Atiku’s appeal against Tinubu
The Supreme Court has fixed Monday, October 23, for judgment in the appeal filed by Atiku Abubakar, Presidential Candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), to challenge the verdict of the Presidential Tribunal, which affirmed the victory of President Bola Tinubu. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) had declared Tinubu winner of the February 25
We Won’t Increase Taxes, FIRS assures Nigerians
Acting Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), Zacch Adedeji, has assured Nigerians and corporate organisations that the FIRS will not further increase taxes despite its resolve to increase the country’s tax-to-GDP ratio to 18 per cent from 10.86 per cent. Adedeji said such resolve would not necessarily lead to increase in taxes or
Tinubu revokes appointment of 24-year-old FERMA Chairman
President Bola Tinubu has directed the withdrawal of the nomination of Engr. Imam Kashim Imam to serve as the Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Federal Roads Maintenance Agency (FERMA). In a statement on Thursday, Chief Ajuri Ngelale, Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, announced that the president had revoked
Tinubu files fresh motion to stop FBI release of US records
President Bola Tinubu has filed an application before a United States District Court of Columbia to stop the country’s agencies from releasing records related to his residence in the country. The defendants in the suit are the Executive Office for US Attorneys, US Department of State, Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), US Department of the
Tinubu sacks NBC DG, NAN CEO, others
President Bola Tinubu has sacked the heads of some government agencies under the Ministry of Information. Chief Ajuri Ngelale, Special Adviser to the President on Media Publicity, announced this in a statement on Thursday. Among those affected by the sack are Director-General of National Broadcasting Commission (NBC), Shehu Illelah; and Buki Ponle, Managing Director of
PDP was given uppercut in presidential election – Bode George
A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and former military governor of Ondo State, Chief Bode George, says the party given an uppercut in the February 25 presidential election because it deviated from its constitution. He said the PDP failed to go into the election as a united front and paid the price for
Akpabio: How God saved me from EFCC embarrassment
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has said how God saved him from being embarrassed by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). This, Apkabio said, happened prior to the 2023 elections. According to the senate president, the EFCC summoned him over a petition. Akpabio made this known when the newly appointed chairman of the anti-graft agency,
Wike rejects Customs’ plea on revoked land
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has rejected the Nigerian Customs Service’s request for reconsideration of its revoked land by the FCT Administration. The minister had ordered FCTA to revoke unused plots of land, leading to top politicians, organisations and government agencies losing lands. On Wednesday, customs officers led by the Acting
I sold Koulibaly to Chelsea – Napoli owner warns Osimhen over new deal
Napoli owner Aurelio De Laurentiis has admitted he is ready to sell Victor Osimhen if he does not sign a new contract soon. Osimhen’s contract with the Serie A champions runs out in June 2025. However, the Super Eagles striker’s future in Italy is in doubt, after the club’s official TikTok account mocked him for
I sold Koulibaly to Chelsea – Napoli owner warns Osimhen over new deal
FA Cup third, fourth-round replays scrapped
There may be major changes in the FA Cup which will affect teams participating in the competition. According to the BBC, the Football Association are close to scrapping the replays of round three and round four in its entirety. This would mean that the matches that end in a draw at the end of 90
FA Cup third, fourth-round replays scrapped
AFL: Enyimba get Eriugu boost ahead Wydad Casablanca clash
Enyimba forward Adiele Eriugu has returned to training ahead of the team’s African Football League clash against Wydad Casablanca. Eruigu picked up a face injury in the Nigeria Premier Football League champions’ defeat to Gombe United. The lanky forward missed out on Enyimba’s home win against Akwa United last weekend. Eruigu featured regularly for the
AFL: Enyimba get Eriugu boost ahead Wydad Casablanca clash
US reviews strategy to end HIV threat in Nigeria by 2030
The United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (US CDC) has reviewed its efforts to help Nigeria end HIV as a public health threat by 2030 and introduced its plans for an integrated health services delivery initiative. This was done during its 3rd Biannual Programme Performance Review and Stakeholder Engagement Meeting from October 17
US reviews strategy to end HIV threat in Nigeria by 2030
Reps seek appointment of 9 new justices of Supreme Court
The House of Representatives has urged the Federal Government to appoint nine new justices to the Supreme Court to expedite the hearing and determination of matters for effective and efficient justice delivery in the country The resolution followed the adoption of a motion of urgent national importance by Patrick Umoh (PDP, Akwa-Ibom) during a plenary
Reps seek appointment of 9 new justices of Supreme Court
FCDA refutes alleged demolition of National Mosque
The Federal Capital Development Authority (FCDA), on Thursday, dismissed as misleading, media reports insinuating that the FCT Minister, Mr Nyesom Wike has ordered partial demolition of the National Mosque, Abuja. This was contained in a statement by the Head, Public Relations/Information, FCDA, Mr Richard Nduul, in Abuja on Thursday, NAN reports. “The attention of the
FCDA refutes alleged demolition of National Mosque
IGP appoints new Police Public Relations Officers
The Inspector General of Police, Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has granted approval for the posting of Police Public Relations Officers (PPROs) to some commands and formations within the Nigeria Police Force. A statement signed by ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, Force Public Relations Officer, said these appointments are instrumental in enhancing communication, transparency, and community engagement in the
IGP appoints new Police Public Relations Officers
CSU certificate: Atiku’s aide accuses Tinubu of seeking to stall release of FBI files
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar’s Special Assistant on Public Communication, Phrank Shaibu, has accused President Bola Tinubu of making attempts to block the release of the details of his alleged criminal investigation by American authorities. He made the accusation in a statement released on Thursday in Abuja. Tinubu’s lawyers in the US had early in
CSU certificate: Atiku’s aide accuses Tinubu of seeking to stall release of FBI files
Tinubu seeks NASS support for Nigerian economic growth
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has urged members of the National Assembly to work with the Executive in strengthening and growing the economy of Nigeria. He assured of his commitment to do all within his powers to engender better life for all Nigerians. The President, represented by the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the
Tinubu seeks NASS support for Nigerian economic growth
2026 World Cup Qualifier: Zimbabwe to host Super Eagles in Kigali
The Warriors of Zimbabwe will host the Super Eagles of Nigeria at the Amarhoro Stadium in Kigali in a 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying matchday two fixture next month. Baltemar Brito’s side will face Rwanda on matchday one and will remain in Kigali for the matchday two encounter against the Super Eagles, according to Zimbabwean
2026 World Cup Qualifier: Zimbabwe to host Super Eagles in Kigali
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