Breaking News from Nigerian Evening Newspapers and Evening News Tuesday 26th December 2023
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JUST IN: 20 feared dead as explosion rocks pipeline in Rivers
No fewer than 20 persons were feared dead following an explosion from a vandalised oil pipeline in Omoku, Ogba/Egebema/Ndoni Local Government Area of Rivers State. It was gathered that the incident occurred on Sunday morning, after the youths allegedly broke a pipeline belonging to one of the multinational oil firms operating in the areas. They
Traders lament as fire razes dozens of shops in Kano
Many traders have lost property worth millions of naira in a fire that gutted many shops in Gwarzo town, Gwarzo local government market of Kano State. The fire incident, which occurred on Monday, has thrown the victims into huge losses as many of them were seen crying and lamenting. The spokesperson of the Kano State
Wilder insists on fight with Anthony Joshua
Following his loss to Joseph Parker in Saudi Arabia, former heavyweight champion, Deontay Wilder, says he still wants to fight previous two-time heavyweight champion, Anthony Joshua. Parker stunned former WBC heavyweight champion Wilder on Saturday night in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, putting a long-awaited big-money match against Anthony Joshua in 2024 in jeopardy. On the same
Two killed, 6 injured in fresh Lagos-Ibadan expressway crash
Two persons died on Tuesday while six others sustained injuries in an accident along the Lagos-Ibadan expressway. It was gathered that the lone accident, involving a Toyota Hiace bus marked ACA 607 XT, occurred around Car Park C on the highway. This is becoming barely 24 hours after two persons died in an accident on
Plateau attacks: CAN condemns killings, tasks security agencies to be proactive
The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has expressed sorrow over the simultaneous and coordinated attacks in Plateau State. The CAN President, Archbishop Daniel Okoh, in a statement on Tuesday, also expressed condolences over what he called ‘the recent horrifying incidents’ that occurred in Plateau State on Christmas Eve. “On behalf of the national leadership of
Northern Governors Forum condemns attacks on Plateau communities
The Northern Governors Forum on Tuesday condemned the Christmas Eve attacks on communities in Bokkos and Barkin-Ladi Local Government Areas of Plateau State. The forum described the attacks as reprehensible and heinous. Governor Inuwa Yahaya of Gombe State, chairman of the forum expressed the incident as disgusting on behalf of the 19 governors in the
Umahi’s brother declares bid to replace him in Senate
Following the resignation of Senator David Umahi from the Senate to take up ministerial appointment, his younger brother, Austin Umahi, has formally declared him ambition to contest the upcoming by-election in Ebonyi South Senatorial District. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has fixed February 3, 2024, for the by-elections resulting from the resignation or demise
Tinubu orders arrest of killers in Plateau
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has condemned what he described as “heinous and brutal attacks” in Bokkos and Barkin-Ladi Local Government Areas of Plateau State, which resulted in the tragic loss of many lives. The president, in a statement on Tuesday by his spokesman, Ajuri Ngelale, directed security agencies to immediately move in, scour every stretch
PHOTOS: Scenes from Irewha Hunting Festival in Nasarawa
The 5th annual Irewha cultural hunting festival in Shafa-Abakpa community, Toto Local Government Area of Nasarawa State took place on Tuesday. The hunting festival which is observed yearly by the Irewha people, has its origin in Ikaka. One of the founding fathers of the community, Ikaka, was said to be a great hunter, renowned for
Gunmen kill two in Adamawa community
The Adamawa State Police Command has confirmed a recent attack on Kwapre community in Hong Local Government Area of the state. The attack, which occurred on Monday (Christmas day), was carried out by gunmen. The command’s spokesperson, SP Suleiman Nguroje, disclosed this to newsmen in Yola on Tuesday. He said investigation into the incident had
Police react to gruesome murder of journalist in Edo
The Edo State Police Command said it is aware of the recent surge in secret cult fighting and the killings in Benin, which have claimed the lives of innocent citizens, including Hillary Nosa Odia, a staff of Independent Television and Radio, Benin City. Odia was reportedly shot dead on Christmas Eve at a drinking joint
Police react to gruesome murder of journalist in Edo
Secrets behind Doma United’s impressive displays revealed
The chairman of the Gombe State Football Association, Yakubu Sarma, has revealed the secrets behind the impressive display of the Nigeria Premier Football League side Doma United. Sarma said the players are motivated by the prompt payment of their entitlements. The Savannah Tigers recorded an impressive nine-game unbeaten run in the NPFL this season. Doma
Secrets behind Doma United’s impressive displays revealed
Championship: Aribo scores in Southampton’s big win against Swansea
Joe Aribo put up an impressive performance as Southampton thrashed Swansea City 5-0 in their Sky Bet Championship clash at St Mary’s Stadium. Aribo opened the floodgate for the Saints with the opening goal in the 17th minute. It was his first goal of the season for Southampton, and his first in 2023. The 27-year-old,
Championship: Aribo scores in Southampton’s big win against Swansea
Naira appreciates against dollar in forex market
The naira appreciated against the US dollar at the parallel market on Tuesday. A Bureau De Change Operator in Wuse Zone 4, Dayyabu Mistila, disclosed to DAILY POST that the naira traded at N1,205 per $1 on Tuesday. ‘We sold at N1,205 per $1 as of Tuesday, compared to N1,233 on Monday (Christmas Day). However,
Naira appreciates against dollar in forex market
Yobe CAN honours Gov Buni with Inclusive Governance Award
The Yobe State Council of the Christian Association of Nigeria, CAN, has honoured Governor Mai Mala Buni with the Inclusive Governance Award for his administration’s fairness to all ethnic, cultural, and religious groups. Yobe State CAN chairman, Bishop Yohanna Audu, and leaders of the association presented the award to Gov Buni on Tuesday during a
Yobe CAN honours Gov Buni with Inclusive Governance Award
Gov Bago urges Air Force to sustain onslaught on terrorists, bandits in Niger
Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago of Niger State has called on the Nigerian Air Force to sustain its onslaught on terrorists, bandits, and other criminal elements across the country. The governor made the call when he received the Chief of Air Staff, Air Marshal Hassan Bala Abubakar, on a courtesy visit at the Government House, Minna.
Gov Bago urges Air Force to sustain onslaught on terrorists, bandits in Niger
Bishop Kukah urges Nigerian leaders to solve country’s challenges
The Bishop of the Sokoto Dioceses, Most Rev. Matthew Hassan Kukah, has appealed to Nigerians to continue to have faith in the country. “God will do great things for our nation, but we individuals must renew our commitment towards self-examination and repentance,” he said. He also advised leaders to remain truthful and fine-tune their actions
Bishop Kukah urges Nigerian leaders to solve country’s challenges
‘We’ve joint responsibility for federal, state, rural roads’ – Tinubu tells governors
President Bola Tinubu has urged members of the Nigerian Governors Forum, NGF, to discard such classifications as federal, state, or rural roads, saying they all share a joint responsibility to make life meaningful for Nigerians. He emphasised the need for joint responsibility and closer collaboration between the federal and sub-national governments to foster rapid infrastructural
‘We’ve joint responsibility for federal, state, rural roads’ – Tinubu tells governors
Bayelsa Utd midfielder Lawal suspended for Enyimba clash
Bayelsa United midfielder Kehinde Lawal will miss his team’s Nigeria Premier Football League matchday 16 fixture against Enyimba, DAILY POST reports. Lawal will miss the game due to his suspension. Ifeanyi Assurance is expected to replace him in the starting lineup. Lawal has built a formidable partnership with Okorie Ekeson in the team. Bayelsa United
Bayelsa Utd midfielder Lawal suspended for Enyimba clash
US announces ban on Apple Watch
A United States import ban on Apple smartwatch models took effect on Tuesday after President Joe Biden’s administration opted not to veto a ruling on patent infringements. In October, the United States International Trade Commission (ITC) banned Apple Watch models over a patented technology for detecting blood oxygen levels. However, Apple had appealed, arguing that
US announces ban on Apple Watch
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