Breaking News from Nigerian Evening Newspapers and Evening News Tuesday 21st November 2023
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‘We welcome criticisms’, Sanwo-Olu speaks on controversial expenses
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has said his administration is open to criticisim. The governor said this in response to the controversy that has trailed the procurement record released by the Lagos State Public Procurement Agency. Speaking during the inauguration of the Lagos State Building Control Agency Building, Ikeja, the governor said he welcomed
Shettima pledges more support for creative industry
Vice-President Kashim Shettima has underscored the resolve of the Tinubu administration to ensure a more inclusive and prosperous future for the country’s creative economy. He stated this on Tuesday while addressing key players and stakeholders in the nation’s creative and entertainment industry during the Art, Culture, and Creative Economy Roundtable – A Creative Industry Intervention
U-17 W/Cup: Morocco through to quarter-finals after shootout drama
Morocco on Tuesday scored a stoppage-time equaliser to beat IR Iran in a penalty shootout to secure a place in the FIFA U-17 World Cup quarter-finals in Indonesia. Iran’s Hesam Nafari missed from the spot before Morocco’s goalkeeper Taha Benrhozil saved a twice-taken kick from Kasra Taheri. That gave Fouad Zahouani the chance to win
I’ll restore the glory of education in Zamfara – Gov Lawal
Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has assured that his administration will restore the glory of education in the state. Giving assurance at the official launch of the commencement of construction and renovation of schools, Governor Lawal reaffirmed his commitment to the revitalisation of education. A statement by the Spokesperson of the Governor, Sulaiman Bala
Mohbad’s mother: Police released my son’s body to his father, but he’s refusing to bury him
Mother of late singer, Ilerioluwa Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad, has revealed that the artiste’s father refused to bury him after police handed the corpse over to him. Speaking in a viral video on Tuesday, Mohbad’s mother revealed that after the police performed an autopsy on the deceased, the body was released for burial, but
Davido’s late aide’s son hails singer says, ‘You never rejected me’
The son of Habeeb Uthman aka Obama DMW, a deceased aide of multiple award singer Davido has shown appreciation to the singer for keeping his word and taking care of him since the demise of his father. In a lengthy post on his social media account, the lad while thanking the singer on his 31st
We’ll exhaust legal option to reclaim Benue gov’ship seat – PDP
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Benue State on Tuesday reiterated its resolve to pursue the legal option to reclaim the governorship seat of the state. The state Publicity Secretary of the party, Bemgba Iortyom, in a statement sent to our correspondent in Makurdi, claimed that the resolution followed the PDP’s belief that the seat
Plateau assembly speaker, deputy resign
The speaker of the Plateau State House of Assembly, Hon Moses Thomas Sule, has resigned his position as speaker. The deputy speaker, Hon Gwottaon Fom, has also resigned his position. The member representing Pankshin North Gabriel Dawang, has been elected as the new speaker. Hon Timothy Dantong representing Riyom constituency is now the new deputy
Chief Of Defence Staff Not Dead – DHQ
The Defence Headquarters has refuted the report that the Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, has died. Earlier on Tuesday, there was a report by few newspapers claiming that Musa had died. However, a swift reaction by the DHQ in a post on X disclosed that the Defence Chief is well and alive. It
Uproar in Senate over minority leadership seats
There was a rowdy session in the Senate on Tuesday following the announcement of two minority leaders by Senate President Godswill Akpabio. The seats of the Senate Minority Leader and Minority Whip became vacant after Court of Appeal sacked the former occupants, Senator Simon Davou Mwadkwon (PDP, Plateau North) and Darlington Nwokocha (LP, Abia Central)
‘We can make mistakes’—Sanwo-Olu reacts to Lagos spending
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has said his administration is not immune to mistakes. Admitting that a mistake was made over figures of spending, Sanwo-Olu said his government was committed to public goods. He spoke at the inauguration of the Lagos State Building Control Agency Building, PWD, Ikeja, where he reacted to the procurement
‘We can make mistakes’—Sanwo-Olu reacts to Lagos spending
‘NFF treated me like rag’ – Vincent Enyeama
Former Super Eagles goalkeeper Vincent Enyeama has finally spoken up about his rumoured strained relationship with the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) that led to his abrupt exit from the national team. The 41-year-old lamented that the Nigerian football governing body treated him like a “piece of used material.” In a recent interview with Hot Sports
‘NFF treated me like rag’ – Vincent Enyeama
2026 WCQ: ‘You deserve better’ – Super Eagles winger Simon begs fan
Super Eagles winger Moses Simon has tendered an apology to their supporters following the team’s shaky start to the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. The West Africans laboured to a 1-1 draw against Lesotho in their opening game in the qualifiers. The Eagles also rallied to a 1-1 draw against Zimbabwe in their second game
2026 WCQ: ‘You deserve better’ – Super Eagles winger Simon begs fan
Adamawa man, 30, nabbed for alleged rape of 5-year-old girl
A 30-year-old man in Adamawa State, Musa Inusa, has been arrested for allegedly raping a five-year-old girl. DAILY POST learnt on Tuesday that the suspect was arrested by police officers upon a complaint on Sunday, November 19, from Adamu Ahmed, a resident of Dikon Nasarawo in Mayo Belwa Local Government Area, who accused him of
Adamawa man, 30, nabbed for alleged rape of 5-year-old girl
‘Allow judiciary to function’ – NNPP chieftain cautions Tinubu
A chieftain of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), Ambassador Olufemi Ajadi Oguntoyinbo, has advised President Bola Tinubu not to interfere with the functions of the judiciary. The Court of Appeal in Abuja had last Friday nullified the victory of Kano State’s governor, Abba Yusuf. The court said that the governor is not a member
‘Allow judiciary to function’ – NNPP chieftain cautions Tinubu
Deputy Senate President seeks strong diplomatic ties with UAE
Nigeria’s Deputy Senate President, Jibrin Barau, has sought strong diplomatic ties with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) as the Middle East nation celebrates its 52nd National Day. Barau, who represents Kano North Senatorial District, stated this at the celebration organised by the UAE embassy in Abuja, where he was a guest speaker. A statement issued
Deputy Senate President seeks strong diplomatic ties with UAE
EPL clubs vote on banning teams loaning players from same ownership group
The English Premier League clubs voted on Tuesday to ban cross-party loans, a major boost for Newcastle United’s transfer hopes. But the EPL vote reportedly failed to pass a motion that would have banned related-party loans between two clubs owned by the same entities. This means that Newcastle can still loan players from clubs in
EPL clubs vote on banning teams loaning players from same ownership group
Rivers Assembly crisis: ‘Maintain status quo, suspend sittings’— Court orders warring parties
A Federal High Court sitting in Port Harcourt has issued an order urging the two factions in the Rivers State House of Assembly to maintain the status quo and suspend further deliberations pending the determination of their case in court. DAILY POST recalls that following some disagreement arising from the attempt by the former leadership
Rivers Assembly crisis: ‘Maintain status quo, suspend sittings’— Court orders warring parties
‘Don’t reject NYSC members posted to you’—Gov Bello advises Kogi institutions
The Governor of Kogi State, Alhaji Yahaya Bello, has called on institutions to stop rejecting members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) posted to them for their primary assignment. Bello gave the advice in a message at the closing ceremony of the 2023 Batch ‘C’ Stream 1 Orientation Course at the National Youths Service
‘Don’t reject NYSC members posted to you’—Gov Bello advises Kogi institutions
Gov Eno presents N845bn budget to Akwa Ibom Assembly
Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State presented a proposed budget outlay of N845.63 billion for the 2024 financial year to the State House of Assembly on Tuesday. The 2024 financial appropriation estimate is comprised of recurrent expenditures of N352.92 billion and capital expenditures of N492.72 billion. Eno said that the total projected recurrent revenue
Gov Eno presents N845bn budget to Akwa Ibom Assembly
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