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Plateau killings: Bandits always step ahead of gov’t – Sultan
The Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar lll, has condemned the gruesome killings of over 150 innocent people in Plateau State, saying bandits are always a step ahead of the authorities. He called on security agencies to be more proactive against the bandits and other criminals. The Sultan stated this Wednesday at the 80th edition
PHOTOS: VP Shettima, Abbas, Barau, Kwankwaso, Others attend Ex-Speaker Na’abba’s burial
Nigeria’s Vice President, Kashim Shettima, the Speaker, House of Representatives, Tajuddeen Abbas and Deputy President of the Senate, Barau Jibrin were among mourners that attended the funeral prayer and burial of the former Speaker Ghali Umar Na’abba in Kano. Other notable personalities that attended the burial were Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, Senator Ibrahim Shekarau, former
NBA Mourns, Says Nigeria Will Miss Akeredolu’s Forthrightness, Contributions
The Nigerian Bar Association has paid its tribute to its former president and immediate past Governor of Ondo State, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu (SAN), who died on Wednesday after a protracted illness. Akeredolu died at the age of 67 after battling with prostate cancer. In his tribute on Wednesday, the President of the NBA, Yakubu Maikyau (SAN),
INEC sends 4 directors on compulsory retirement
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has approved the retirement of four directors in the commission. Mr Sam Olumekun, National Commissioner and Chairman Information and Voter Education Committee of the commission, said this on Wednesday in Abuja in a statement. The development follows the implementation of the eight-year tenure policy for directors by the federal
Bandits kill two villagers, abduct 7 others in Kaduna
Bandits killed two villagers on Wednesday and abducted seven others in Fina village, under Gwada ward, Igabi Local Government Area of Kaduna State. Three villagers with gunshot wounds were taken to the hospital for treatment according to local sources. The incident occurred around 1 am on Tuesday when the bandits, shooting sporadically, terrorised the small
Enugu Gov signs N521.5bn 2024 budget
Enugu State Governor, Peter Mbah, on Wednesday signed the N521.5bn appropriation bill into law. He said the budget, which has N414.3bn capital expenditure, representing 79 per cent and N107.2bn recurrent, would rely heavily on internally generated revenue. He charged his cabinet members on robust revenue mobilisation and service delivery. The governor thanked the state assembly
Akeredolu’s close aide, Aragbaiye, resigns
The Special Adviser on Union Matters to Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, Mr. Dare Aragbaiye, has resigned his position following the Governor’s death on Wednesday. A letter signed by Aragbaiye showed that he resigned his position effective Wednesday, December 27, 2023. The letter reads, “I write to refer to the subject above and to resign my appointment as
Ex-Reps Speaker, Na’Abba, Buried in Kano
Vice President Kashim Shettima, the Speaker, House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas and Deputy President of the Senate, Barau Jibrin, were among dignitaries who attended the funeral prayer and burial of the former Speaker of the House of Representatives, Ghali Umar Na’abba in Kano on Wednesday evening. Daily Trust reports that the deceased passed away around
UPDATED: Aiyedatiwa Sworn In As New Ondo Governor
Lucky Aiyedatiwa, the erstwhile Acting Governor of Ondo State, has been sworn in as the substantive governor of the Sunshine State. The event is holding currently at the Governor’s Office in Akure, the state capital. The Chief Judge of the State, Justice Olusegun Odusola, administered the oath of office on Aiyedatiwa. This development followed the
ACF condemns Plateau attacks, lament rising insecurity
The Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) has condemned the attack in Plateau State and raised concern over what it described as the increasing insecurity in the region. ACF in a press release by its National Publicity Secretary, Professor Tukur Muhammad-Baba, regretted the attacks which resulted in the death of over 100 persons and left many injured.
Coalition tackles Ndume on Niger sanctions, praises ECOWAS, Tinubu
A coalition of peace groups under the aegis of Africans Against Conflict for Peace has criticised Senator Ali Ndume’s position calling for an end to the sanctions imposed on Niger Republic by the Economic Community of West African States, ECOWAS. DAILY POST recalls that ECOWAS, under the leadership of President Bola Tinubu, had placed economic
Coalition tackles Ndume on Niger sanctions, praises ECOWAS, Tinubu
‘We mourn him deeply’ — Nigerian government reacts to death of Gov Akeredolu
The Federal Government has commiserated with the Akeredolu family, the government and people of Ondo State, the South-West geopolitical zone, and the Nigeria Governors Forum, NGF, on the passing of Rotimi Akeredolu, governor of Ondo State. DAILY POST reported that Akeredolu died on Wednesday, December 27, 2023, after battling with protracted prostate cancer. The federal
‘We mourn him deeply’ — Nigerian government reacts to death of Gov Akeredolu
‘I’m loyal to Akeredolu even in death’ — Ondo Special Adviser resigns
The Ondo State Governor’s Special Adviser on Union Matters, Dare Aragbaiye, has resigned. Aragbaiye tendered his resignation on Wednesday afternoon, a few hours after the death of the state governor, Rotimi Akeredolu. In a letter addressed to the Ondo State Governor’s Office, Aragbaiye noted: “My decision is based on the unfortunate death of my principal,
‘I’m loyal to Akeredolu even in death’ — Ondo Special Adviser resigns
‘Loyal, ever-dependable friend’ – Amosun mourns Akeredolu
The former governor of Ogun State, Ibikunle Amosun, has mourned the death of the governor of Ondo State, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu. Amosun expressed his grief in a statement on Wednesday, saying he received the news with shock but with total submission to the will of God. He described Akeredolu as a candid, frank, and honest politician
‘Loyal, ever-dependable friend’ – Amosun mourns Akeredolu
Police eliminate six kidnappers, recover N4m in Bauchi
Operatives of the Bauchi State Police Command, in a joint operation with local hunter groups, have successfully neutralised six suspected kidnappers who had been terrorising communities in Ningi Local Government Area. DAILY POST reports that the operation also led to the recovery of N4,580,000 from the kidnappers’ hideout. Bauchi State Commissioner of Police Auwal Musa
Police eliminate six kidnappers, recover N4m in Bauchi
‘He was exemplar of leadership’ – Interior Minister Tunji-Ojo mourns Akeredolu
The Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has mourned the death of the governor of Ondo State, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu. DAILY POST reports that the Ondo State government announced the passing of the governor on Wednesday. The Interior Minister, in a statement by his adviser on media and publicity, Alao Babatunde, described the death of Akeredolu
‘He was exemplar of leadership’ – Interior Minister Tunji-Ojo mourns Akeredolu
‘He served his people well’ – Onyejiocha mourns Akeredolu
The Minister of State for Labour and Employment, Nkeriuka Onyejiocha, has expressed huge shock at the passing of Ondo State Governor, Rotimi Akeredolu. DAILY POST reports that Akeredolu died on Wednesday, December 27, 2023, at 67. In a condolence message issued on Wednesday afternoon, Onyejiocha said Governor Akeredolu’s demise has left a huge vacuum. According
‘He served his people well’ – Onyejiocha mourns Akeredolu
Ex-Speaker Na’Abba buried in Kano
The remains of former Speaker of the House of Representatives, Alhaji Ghali Na’Abba, were laid to rest in Kano on Wednesday. Na’Abba’s corpse was flown into the Malam Aminu Kano International Airport from Abuja. The late speaker’s corpse was received by family members, friends and top government functionaries around 3 pm. The corpse was then
Ex-Speaker Na’Abba buried in Kano
NPFL: Sunshine Stars end barren run with Doma Utd win
Sunshine Stars ended their three-game winless streak with a comfortable 2-0 victory against Doma United in Akure on Wednesday. Emmanuel Isaac gave the Owena Waves the lead in the 19th minute. Olufemi Opeoluwa doubled the advantage two minutes after the break. Sunshine Stars moved from 14th to eighth position on the table following the win.
NPFL: Sunshine Stars end barren run with Doma Utd win
8-year tenure policy: INEC retires 4 directors
Four directors of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, are to proceed on terminal leave following the implementation of a policy mandating all directors with eight years or more of service to retire from the public sector. The National Commissioner and Chairman, Information and Voter Education Committee, Sam Olumekun, stated this in Abuja on Wednesday.
8-year tenure policy: INEC retires 4 directors
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