Breaking News from Nigerian Evening Newspapers and Evening News Friday 1st December 2023
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Slain Ogun govt accountant buried amid tears
The remains of the slain Director of Finance and Accounts in the Ogun State Governor’s Office, Taiwo Oyekanmi have been laid to rest amid tears at his Ifonyintedo hometown in Ipokia Local Government Area of the state. The late accountant was murdered on Wednesday in Abeokuta by gunmen who hijacked a bullion van conveying government’s
Edo wheelbarrow pusher stabs tax collector to death over N50, kills self
A yet-to-be identified wheelbarrow pusher has allegedly stabbed a tax collector to death in Benin City, Edo State before killing himself. It was gathered that the incident happened on Friday on Mission road in Oredo Local Government Area of the state. The incident caused pandemonium among residents and shop owners who hurriedly closed shops. An
On Helen Paul and Stigmatization
By Zayd Ibn Isah During her 2019 doctoral degree celebration at Lagos State University, Nigerian Comedian and Singer, Helen Paul, surprised many by revealing that she was a product of rape. This disclosure prompted questions about her decision to share such a sensitive part of her life, earning admiration for her courage, considering the societal
Tinubu’s budget without details sparks Fresh controversy
President Bola Tinubu’s sketchy N27.5 trillion budget for the 2024 fiscal year has sparked a fresh controversy. Tinubu had on Wednesday presented budget to a joint session of the National Assembly, during which he asked the lawmakers to pass the document in 30 days. The budget passed its first reading in both chambers of parliament
Passengers will have no contact with Immigration from February 2024 – FG
As from February next year, passengers arriving into the country would not have any business with immigration personnel at the nation’s international airports, the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo has disclosed. This follows the pending inauguration of e-gate with the first consignment being expected to be installed at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja. He
Gov Sule presents N199.9bn 2024 budget to Nasarawa Assembly
Nasarawa State governor, Abdullahi Sule, has presented the 2024 budget proposal of N199.9 billion to the state House of Assembly for consideration and approval. The Acting Speaker of the State Assembly, Rt. Hon. Abel Yakubu Bala, while receiving the budget in Lafia on Friday assured Governor Sule and the people of the state of giving
Gov Aliyu Proposes N270.1bn for 2024 fiscal year
Governor Ahmed Aliyu of Sokoto State has proposed N27.1 billion for the 2024 fiscal year. Presenting the appropriation bill to the State House of Assembly on Friday, he explained that, N90,640,286,421:53 was for recurrent expenditure. According to the breakdown, N172,2 billion was for capital expenditure. The sectoral breakdown of the budget also confirmed that Education
Kassim Afegbua joins Edo guber race, slams Obaseki, deputy
Prince Kassim Afegbua has declared his interest to contest the forthcoming Edo 2024 governorship election under the All Progressives Congress (APC). Speaking during an interaction with the Correspondent Chapel of the Nigeria Union of Journalists, Edo State Council at its secretariat in Benin City, Afegbua said he would not run government of Memorandum of Understanding
Boko Haram: 50% of people in N’East suffering mental health illness – APN
The Association of Psychiatrists in Nigeria (APN) has said about 50 per cent of people living in the northeast region are suffering mental health illness due to prolonged insurgency and economic hardships currently bedeviling the country. This was contained in a communique read by APN President, Prof. Taiwo James Obindo during the association’s 54th Annual
Cop28: Nigeria must solve energy poverty alongside climate change crisis – Akande
Former presidential aide, Laolu Akande, has warned that Nigeria’s energy poverty problem poses a greater threat to national life while advising the Federal Government to jointly tackle the menace alongside the climate change crisis. Akande made this call on Thursday, November 30, 2023, while featuring on Channels TV News at 10, as discussions were centred
Labour Minister shuts down battery factory in Ogun over unsafe practices
The Minister of Labour and Employment (State), Nkeiruka Onyejeocha, on Friday stormed Ogun State and shut down Metal Manufacturing Company, Gbara, near Sotubo, in Sagamu Local Government for exposing workers to dangerous health hazards. The minister said she had received accumulated petitions against the unhealthy practices of the firm. According to her, the company, which
Labour Minister shuts down battery factory in Ogun over unsafe practices
Transfer: Osimhen won’t renew Napoli contract
Authoritative transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has revealed that Victor Osimhen is determined to leave Serie A champions Napoli and will not renew his contract. Osimhen’s current contract will expire in June 2025. The Nigeria international was in discussion with Napoli over a new two-year deal in the summer, but the relationship between him and the
Transfer: Osimhen won’t renew Napoli contract
‘No one’s forging Akeredolu’s signature’ – Ondo Govt
The Ondo State government has refuted allegations that the signature of Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu is being forged by certain individuals in an attempt to embezzle funds from the state treasury. Disclosing this after the State Executive Council meeting, the Commissioner for Information, Bamidele Ademola-Olateju, stated that the governor is actively involved in the administration and
‘No one’s forging Akeredolu’s signature’ – Ondo Govt
EPL: Yaya Toure warns Guardiola about one Tottenham player ahead of Sunday’s clash
Yaya Toure has warned his former club Manchester City about the threat of Tottenham midfielder Yves Bissouma ahead of Sunday’s Premier League fixture. Bissouma is set to return from suspension for the clash at the Etihad. Toure believes the 27-year-old could easily play in City’s midfield. “Technically, Yves Bissouma is unbelievable. His strength and technical
EPL: Yaya Toure warns Guardiola about one Tottenham player ahead of Sunday’s clash
“We’ll end Doma United’s unbeaten streak’ – Niger Tornadoes midfielder Ernest
Niger Tornadoes midfielder Chidiebere Ernest is optimistic about his side’s ability to get a good result in the matchday 11 fixture against Doma United. Doma United will play host to Niger Tornadoes at the Pantami Stadium on Saturday. The Savannah Tigers are unbeaten in their last six games. Ernest said the Ikon Allah Boys will
“We’ll end Doma United’s unbeaten streak’ – Niger Tornadoes midfielder Ernest
New Nasarawa Speaker pledges harmony between state assembly, executive
The newly elected Speaker of the Nasarawa State House of Assembly has vowed to ensure effective collaboration with the executive arm of the government. The recently elected Speaker, representing Kokona West Constituency under the All Progressives Congress (APC), made this pledge during his acceptance speech following his election and swearing-in ceremony on Friday in Lafia.
New Nasarawa Speaker pledges harmony between state assembly, executive
BREAKING: CBN to freeze bank accounts without BVN, NIN from March 2024
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has set a date to freeze bank accounts without a Bank Verification Number (BVN) or National Identification Number (NIN). CBN said bank accounts without NIN and BVN will be restricted from April 2024. In a circular on Friday, CBN said a “Post No Debit or Credit” will be placed
BREAKING: CBN to freeze bank accounts without BVN, NIN from March 2024
‘Take over leadership now’ – Obasanjo tells Nigerian youths
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has told youths in the country that they will not smell the leadership of the country again if they fail to take it now. Obasanjo advised the youths to take over the leadership roles in the country now. Obasanjo said this during the Bridge Foundation’s Emerging Political Leaders Fellowship programme in
‘Take over leadership now’ – Obasanjo tells Nigerian youths
Super Eagles to camp in UAE ahead of AFCON 2023
The Super Eagles will set up their camp ahead of next month’s Africa Cup of Nations in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Nigeria will be looking to claim a fourth African crown in Ivory Coast. The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) Media Director, Ademola Olajire, has now disclosed that the team will camp in the UAE.
Super Eagles to camp in UAE ahead of AFCON 2023
FG to increase pensions next year
Pensioners may get a raise in their pensions next year, according to the National Salaries, Incomes, and Wages Commission (NSIWC). NSIWC told the executive committee of the Nigeria Union of Pensioners Nationwide that the commission is following up on the report it submitted to the Federal Government as regards the pensions of retirees. The pensioners,
FG to increase pensions next year
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