Breaking News from Nigerian Evening Newspapers and Evening News Saturday 2nd December 2023
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COP28: Tinubu pledges Nigeria’s commitment to end gas flaring
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed his administration’s commitment to end gas-flaring in Nigeria in line with the global push to halt methane emission. The president spoke on Saturday during the ongoing United Nations Climate Conference (COP28) summit on methane and other non-greenhouse gases in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE). President Tinubu, who shared the
Babangida’s daughter, others blame parents over drug abuse among youths
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA); Aisha Babangida, the eldest child of former Military President Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida and the National Chief Imam of Al-Habibiyyah Islamic Society (AISN), Sheikh Fuad Adeyemi, have tasks parents to act on the rising cases of drug abuse, especially among the youths in the country. They made the call
‘Unlawful detention’: Court orders NDLEA to Produce businessman in court
A Federal High Court sitting in Lagos has ordered the the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) to produce a Nigeria businessman, Alhaji Abdulwaheed Abdulraheem, in court over alleged unlawful detention. Justice Daniel Osiagor made the order sequel to a motion filed and argued by the counsel to the applicant Mr Adebayo Onifade who said
‘It’s okay to fail’, DJ Cuppy speaks on breakup with ex
Popular Nigerian disc jockey Florence Otedola fondly known as DJ Cuppy have given her two cents to people who think failure is a bad thing to experience in life. Last year, the Gelato singer got engaged to her ex-lover, Ryan Taylor. However, it came as a shock to many people when the singer announced via
COP28: Tinubu unveils initiative to deploy 100 electric buses
President Bola Tinubu has said Nigeria is taking a significant step towards a sustainable and eco-friendly future by introducing a pioneering initiative to deploy a fleet of 100 electric buses. The president spoke at a high-level meeting with stakeholders and investors on the Nigeria Carbon Market and Electric Buses Rollout Programme on Saturday in Dubai,
Ondo LG Worker Slumps, Dies In Office
A worker at Bolorunduro, Ondo East Local Government Area of Ondo State, simply identified as Mathew, has slumped and died in his office. Daily Trust learnt that Matthew, who lived at Elemosi in Ondo town, suddenly slumped and died a few minutes later in his office. The deceased, according to co-workers, had come to the
Igbos are pioneers, heroes of modern Lagos – Ohanaeze President
Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu, president-general of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, has said that Igbo forebears are “the pioneers” and “heroes” of modern Lagos State. Iwuanyanwu stated this in a press briefing video that has gone viral. He was indirectly responding to the comment the Oba of Benin, Oba Ewuare II, made in relation to the origin of state, which
Gov Yusuf flags off payment of N6bn gratuity to over 5000 pensioners
Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf has flagged off payment of N6bn gratuity and death benefits of over 5000 pensioners in the state. The official flag-off ceremony was held at the Coronation Hall, Kano Government House on Saturday. Speaking at the event, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf restated the commitment of his administration in settling all
Three Oyo monarchs killed in auto crash
Three traditional rulers in Ori Ire Local Government Area of Oyo state have lost their lives in a road accident involving a Benz car and a Scania truck. The monarchs, identified as Olodogbo of Odogbo, Onibowula of Bowula and Alayetoro of Ayetoro, were reportedly travelling for an event in a neighbouring town when the accident
Again, robbers attack Ogun poly students, kill one, shoot 9
Suspected armed robbers have reportedly attacked students of the Gateway Polytechnic (ICT), Sapaade, Ogun State, killing one and shooting nine others. The fresh attack is coming barely a week after students protested the alleged robbery and rape of female students of the polytechnic by the hoodlums. It was gathered that students residing at the off-campus
Victor Boniface reveals player that convinced him to join Bayer Leverkusen
Super Eagles striker, Victor Boniface, has revealed that watching videos of Florian Wirtz convinced him to join Bayer Leverkusen. Boniface and Wirtz have struck up a good partnership at the Bundesliga club, who are now top of the table. The Nigerian has been especially impressive since he was signed from Royale Union Saint-Gilloise in the
Victor Boniface reveals player that convinced him to join Bayer Leverkusen
Euro 2024 draws confirmed All the groups
The draws for next year’s European Championships was conducted on Saturday evening. Hosts Germany are in Group A with Scotland, Hungary and Switzerland. England will take on Slovenia, Denmark and Serbia in a difficult Group C. FULL GROUPS: Group A – Germany, Scotland, Hungary, Switzerland Group B – Spain, Croatia, Italy, Albania Group C –
Euro 2024 draws confirmed All the groups
EPL table: Arsenal open four-point lead, Burnley win 5-0
Arsenal will remain top of the Premier League table into Match Day 15, after they edged Wolves 2-1 on Saturday. The Gunners rose to the summit thanks to a 1-0 win at Brentford, after Manchester City played out a 1-1 draw with Liverpool. Bukayo Saka and Martin Odegaard gave the hosts a two-goal advantage in
EPL table: Arsenal open four-point lead, Burnley win 5-0
Education cannot thrive without security – Katsina Gov Radda
Katsina State Governor, Malam Dikko Umaru Radda, has asserted that education cannot thrive without security. The governor spoke during the 7th and 8th Combined Convocation Ceremony of Federal University Dutsinma, on Saturday. Radda underscored the crucial link between security and meaningful education, stating unequivocally, “There cannot be any meaningful education without security.” He expressed deep
Education cannot thrive without security – Katsina Gov Radda
Insecurity: Katsina federal varsity abandons main campus
The Chancellor of the Federal University Dutsinma, Katsina State, King (Dr) Dandeson Douglas Jaja, has expressed concern over security challenges facing the institution. Speaking during the institution’s 7th and 8th joint convocation ceremony on Saturday, he revealed that the university’s main campus is located in a volatile area prone to kidnappings and bandit attacks. Jaja
Insecurity: Katsina federal varsity abandons main campus
Alleged embezzlement: DSS denies receiving subsidy grant
The Director of Public Relations and Strategic Communications of the Department of State Services (DSS), Peter Afunanya, has disputed allegations that the Director General of the security agency, Yusuf Bichi, stole a subsidy grant intended for staff members. Afunanya, who observed that no such grant had been granted to the agency, guaranteed that the money
Alleged embezzlement: DSS denies receiving subsidy grant
Turkey: Olawoyin grabs brace as Rizespor beat Basaksehir in five-goal thriller
Nigeria forward Ibrahim Olawoyin was the hero as Rizespor claimed a 3-2 win over Istanbul Basaksehir at the Caykur Didi Stadium. Olawoyin scored twice in the thrilling encounter. The 26-year-old opened scoring for the hosts in the 12th minute. The striker was on target again in stoppage time. Olawoyin has now scored two goals in
Turkey: Olawoyin grabs brace as Rizespor beat Basaksehir in five-goal thriller
Kano Govt begins payment of N6bn backlog of gratuities to pensioners
Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, has begun the payment of over N6 billion outstanding gratuities to pensioners. Yusuf revealed this on Saturday during the start of payments to select categories of retirees at Coronation Hall, Government House, Kano. He said that his administration inherited a massive backlog of retiree pensions and benefits, noting that many
Kano Govt begins payment of N6bn backlog of gratuities to pensioners
COP28: Tinubu unveils plan to deploy fleet of 100 electric buses
President Bola Tinubu says Nigeria is taking an important step towards a more sustainable and environmentally friendly future by launching a groundbreaking plan to deploy a fleet of 100 electric buses. The President disclosed this at a high-level discussion with stakeholders and investors on the Nigeria Carbon Market and Electric Buses Rollout Programme on Saturday
COP28: Tinubu unveils plan to deploy fleet of 100 electric buses
Super Eagles captain, Musa targets NPFL return
Super Eagles captain, Ahmed Musa has expressed his desire to play in the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, again. Musa made his name with four-time NPFL champions, Kano Pillars. The 31-year-old was top scorer in the NPFL in the 2009/10 season. The winger linked up with Eredivisie outfit, VVV Venlo the following season. Musa returned
Super Eagles captain, Musa targets NPFL return
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