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I didn’t invite Tinubu to intervene in Rivers Crisis – Wike
Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has said he did not invite President Bola Tinubu to intervene in the political crisis in Rivers State. Wike disclosed this on Sunday while addressing a congregation during a thanksgiving ceremony for the immediate past Commissioner for Works in Rivers State, George Kelly Alabo, at
Emefiele incompetent, ill-prepared for CBN job – Moghalu
A former deputy governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Kingsley Moghalu, has described the immediate embattled ex-CBN Governor, Godwin Emefiele, as the worst the apex bank has ever produced in the history of the country, saying that he was incompetent and ill-prepared for the leadership of the apex bank. Moghalu, in a lengthy post
Gunmen kill 16 in fresh Plateau attack
No fewer than 16 persons were killed in Mushu village of Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau state. Spokesperson of Operation Safe Haven, a multi security taskforce maintaining peace in the state, Captain Oya James, confirmed the incident to Daily Trust. According to Captain James, the attack took place on Saturday night while residents of
51 inmates infected with scabies at Adamawa Correctional Centre
The Yolde Pate Correctional Centre has recorded 51 cases of scabies among inmates in Yola South Local Government Area of Adamawa state. The state Epidemiologist, Damba Kwinke, from the Ministry of Health, who gave the confirmation, said the first case was recorded in August 2023. Kwinke stated that investigations revealed that some of the individuals
Nigeria Governors Forum Director makes damning revelations on NGF financial records
There is a crack within the Nigeria Governors Forum (NGF) Secretariat in Abuja, as top officials of the forum are at daggers drawn over alleged financial fraud and recklessness. This has triggered a letter to the NGF chairman and Kwara State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRasaq, by the NGF Director, Media and Public Affairs, Abdulrazaque Bello-Barkindo. Barkindo
Christmas: ‘Fear only God,’ Oluwo Enjoins Nigerians
The Paramount Ruler of Iwoland, HIM Oba Abdulrosheed Adewale Akanbi, has enjoined Nigerians to fear God beyond human beings. He described God fearing as the primary panacea for the socio-political challenges facing the nation. He emphasised the need to turn a new leaf in this Christmas season through total submission to the will of God.
Christmas: Speaker Abbas, Kalu Enjoin Christians To Live In Peace
The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas and his Deputy, Benjamin Kalu have enjoined Christians to emulate Jesus Christ, preach and live in peace as they celebrate this year’s Christmas. They made the call in separate statements on Sunday ahead of the Christmas celebrations on Monday, December 25, 2023. In a statement, signed
Xmas: ACF felicitates with Christian faithful, calls for prayers
The Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) has felicitated with Christians nationwide and globally on Christmas celebrations and a happy New year in advance. The ACF in a statement by its National Publicity Secretary, Professor Tukur Muhammad-Baba, called for prayers in the face of a mirage of challenges facing the nations. The statement read, “No doubt, our
Babangida Aliyu to Uba Sani: You’re governing well without inflicting hardship
Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna State has been commended by the former Governor of Niger State, Alh Muazu Babangida Aliyu, for his inclusive leadership style and the successful implementation of development projects in Kaduna state saying that these projects have been carried out without causing hardship on the residents, despite the challenging economic conditions. Alh
‘Atyap chiefdom will never forget you,’ Agwan of Atyap tells Gov Sani
Kaduna State Governor, Senator Uba Sani has been commended by the Agwan Atyap, His Highness Sir Dominic Gambo Yahaya for his targeted and inclusive policies and programmes to develop Kaduna’s rural communities. The commendation came during Governor Sani’s visit on 23rd December 2023 to the Atyap Chiefdom for the groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of
Christmas: Gombe gov seeks prayers for Nigeria
Governor Inuwa Yahaya of Gombe State has felicitated with Christians across the state on the occasion of this year’s Christmas. In a goodwill message released on Sunday by Mr Ismaila Uba-Misilli, Director-General, Press Affairs, Government House, Gombe, Yahaya urged Christian faithful to imbibe the spirit of love. He also admonished the Christian faithful to embrace
Christmas: Gombe gov seeks prayers for Nigeria
Titan Trust Bank refutes alleged illegalities in Union Bank’s acquisition
Titan Trust Bank has debunked media reports alleging illegalities in the acquisition of Union Bank of Nigeria Plc. In a statement by the management of the bank made available to the media on Sunday, the lender insisted that the transaction followed due process and met all regulatory requirements, including that of the Securities and Exchange
Titan Trust Bank refutes alleged illegalities in Union Bank’s acquisition
El-Kanemi Warriors chief doles out cash gift to Abubakar Bukola Saraki FC
The Borno State Ministry of Youth Employment, Sport Development and Poverty Alleviation handed a cash gift of N200,000 to Abubakar Bukola Saraki (ABS) Football Club after the matchday six clash against El-Kanemi Warriors. The Borno Army defeated the Saraki Boys 1-0 at the El-Kanemi Warriors Sports centre on Saturday. Risalanu Ismail scores the solitary goal
El-Kanemi Warriors chief doles out cash gift to Abubakar Bukola Saraki FC
Yuletide: Nasarawa Police deploy 4,500 personnel, call for collective vigilance
The Commissioner of Police, CP, Umar Shehu Nadada has announced the deployment of 4,500 operatives across Nasarawa State to ensure the safety and security of residents during the Christmas and New Year celebrations. The deployment is designed to bolster public safety and maintain peace during the Yuletide period. Nadada stressed the importance of visibility policing,
Yuletide: Nasarawa Police deploy 4,500 personnel, call for collective vigilance
Use Christmas to pray for peace, unity of Nigeria – Kogi Speaker urges Christians
The Speaker of Kogi State House of Assembly, Rt Hon Aliyu Umar Yusuf, has advised Christians to use this year’s Christmas celebration to pray for peaceful coexistence and unity among citizens of the country. The Speaker stated this in a press statement signed and made available to journalists in Lokoja by his Chief Press Secretary,
Use Christmas to pray for peace, unity of Nigeria – Kogi Speaker urges Christians
NPFL: Fatokun reveals Remo Stars’ end of the year target
Remo Stars midfielder, Jide Fatokun has revealed that the aim of the club is to remain at the top of the table till the end of the year. The Sky Blue Stars currently occupy top spot in the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, table. Remo Stars will face Heartland in their final league match of
NPFL: Fatokun reveals Remo Stars’ end of the year target
Director alleges fraud in running of Nigerian Governors Forum, demands forensic audit
The Director, Media and Public Affairs of the Nigerian Governor’s Forum, NGF, Abdulrazaque Bello-Barkindo, has written the NGF chairman and Kwara State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRasaq, alleging corruption and lack of transparency in the management of the organization. The leaked letter also exposed a crack within the NGF Secretariat in Abuja, as top officials are at
Director alleges fraud in running of Nigerian Governors Forum, demands forensic audit
Serie A: Osimhen delighted to sign new Napoli contract — Agent Calenda
Victor Osimhen’s agent Roberto Calenda says that he and his agent are delighted to be staying with Serie A champions, Napoli. Osimhen signed a contract extension with the Partenopei on Saturday. The Nigeria international’s contract now runs until the summer of 2026. The contract includes a release clause for teams outside of Italy. The release
Serie A: Osimhen delighted to sign new Napoli contract — Agent Calenda
El-Rufai visits Obasanjo in Abeokuta PHOTO
The immediate past governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai, on Sunday visited former President Olusegun Obasanjo. El-Rufai visited Obasanjo at his home in Abeokuta, Ogun State. This was disclosed by El-Rufai’s media aide, Muyiwa Adekeye, via his X handle. The post, which had pictures from the visit, was captioned, “Former President Olusegun Obasanjo today welcomed
El-Rufai visits Obasanjo in Abeokuta PHOTO
Plateau gov condemns killing of 16 persons in fresh attack
Plateau State Governor Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang has condemned the killing of 16 persons in a fresh attack in Mushu village of Bokkos Local Government Area of the state. In a statement by the Director of Press and Public Affairs, Gyang Bere, the governor described the attack as barbaric, brutal and uncalled for. According to the
Plateau gov condemns killing of 16 persons in fresh attack
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