Breaking News from Nigerian Evening Newspapers and Evening News Thursday 7th November 2024
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Subsidy: Nigeria undergoing disruptive reset – Soludo
Governor of Anambra State, Prof. Charles Soludo, says Nigeria is undergoing a fundamental and disruptive reset with the removal of subsidy by the current administration. Soludo stated this on Thursday while delivering the 13th Convocation lecture of Veritas University, Abuja, tagged, “Let Us Make A New Deal for Nigeria”. He said: “Hopefully, we have ended
Presidency defends safety of CNG vehicles amid Malaysia’s phase-out plan
The Presidency has allayed fears that the Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) initiative of President Bola Tinubu’s government could be dangerous. Earlier on Thursday, local media source, Free Malaysia Today, quoted Anthony Loke, Malaysia’s transport minister, to have announced several measures aimed at phasing out the use of CNG for vehicles and CNG-powered vehicles, citing safety
FG promises free cesarean sections for poor, vulnerable women
The federal ministry of health has launched an initiative that provides free cesarean sections for poor and vulnerable women across the country. The initiative tagged 𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐌𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐈𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 (𝐌𝐀𝐌𝐈𝐈) was launched during the Joint Annual Health Review ( JAR) organised by the ministry in Abuja. The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof.
Ondo guber: Erring Officials will be sanctioned – INEC Chair
Ahead of the November 16 governorship election in Ondo state, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has vowed to sanction any officials who attempts to compromise the electoral process. Professor Yakubu Mahmood, INEC Chairman gave the warning during a stakeholders’ forum on the forthcoming election held in Akure, the state capital, on Thursday. Daily Trust
Trump: America disappointed the world by its electoral choice – Bolaji Akinyemi
Foremost Professor of Political Science, Bolaji Akinyem, has said that the United States of America disappointed the world with its decision to elect Donald Trump as president. Akinyem stated this during an interview on Channels TV’s Politics Today. On Wednesday Trump defeated Vice-President Kamala Harris, who clinched her party’s ticket after President Joe Biden withdrew
*-scandal/ Equatorial Guinea official sacked over s** scandal
Equatorial Guinea’s President, Obiang Nguema Mbasogo, has reportedly dismissed the country’s Director General of the National Financial Investigation Agency (ANIF), Baltasar Engonga. Engonga was replaced with Zenón Obiang Obiang Avomo following a shocking s** scandal involving public officials, according to a media outlet based in Equatorial Guinea, Ahora EG. Similarly, another local news platform, Real
Police to deploy 22,000 personnel for Ondo guber poll
The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has disclosed that 22,239 personnel will be deployed to provide security during the November 16 governorship election in Ondo State. Egbetokun said the officers would work along with other sister security agencies drafted to ensure adequate security and protection in the 18 local government areas of the state. The
Military confirms presence of new terrorists’ group in Sokoto, Kebbi
The military high command has confirmed the presence of a new terrorists’ group known as ‘Lukarawas’ in Sokoto and Kebbi states, which it says has been exacerbating the security challenges in the Northwest. It also declared no fewer than nine terrorists’ commanders wrecking havocs in the Northeast region wanted, adding that no matter how hard
Lagbaja: IGP directs personnel to use black armbands for 7 days
The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, on Thursday, ordered officers and men of the Nigeria Police Force to wear black bands for a seven-day mourning period in honor of the late Chief of Army Staff, Taoreed Lagbaja. This directive, issued through the Force Public Relations Officer, Muyiwa Adejobi, aims to pay tribute to Lagbaja’s gallantry,
Obasanjo, Atiku, Gusau, Govs to grace Ugochukwu’s birthday
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo and ex-Vice-President Atiku Abubakar will lead dignitaries to the events commemorating the 80th birthday of the iconic economist and journalist, Onyema Ugochukwu. Obasanjo and Atiku were at the helm of state affairs between 1999 and 2007, and Ugochukwu served in various capacities in that administration. Ugochukwu holds the enviable record of
NNPCL debunks video of adulterated fuel sold in bottles, jerrycans
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, NNPCL, has disclaimed a viral video alleging that it sold adulterated Premium Motor Spirit, PMS, in bottles and jerrycans. Olufemi Soneye, the Chief Corporate Communications Officer of NNPCL in a statement on Thursday said that it had carried out spot checks at all its outlets and found the claim
NNPCL debunks video of adulterated fuel sold in bottles, jerrycans
US election: Picking Kamala Harris my best decision – Biden
Outgoing President of the United States, Joe Biden, has said selecting Kamala Harris as his vice president was the best decision he made. Biden said Harris will continue the fight with purpose, determination, and joy. Harris of the Democratic Party had lost to the Republican presidential candidate, Donald Trump by a wide margin. However, in
US election: Picking Kamala Harris my best decision – Biden
EFCC arrests 21 suspected internet fraudsters in Edo
Twenty-one suspected internet fraudsters have been arrested at different locations in Benin City, Edo State. EFCC operatives in Benin made the arrest on Tuesday. In a statement on its X page, EFCC said suspects were arrested based on actionable intelligence on their alleged involvement in internet related fraud. Items recovered from them include 10 exotic
EFCC arrests 21 suspected internet fraudsters in Edo
Nigerian government approves free Cesarean Sections for pregnant women
The Nigerian government on Thursday announced that Cesarean Sections will now be provided free of charge to women in need. The action was taken as part of the government’s efforts to reduce the country’s maternal mortality rate. Muhammad Pate, Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, confirmed the development at an ongoing three-day Nigeria Health
Nigerian government approves free Cesarean Sections for pregnant women
Naira appreciates significantly against dollar as FX supply rises
The naira appreciated significantly against the dollar in the foreign exchange market as FX supply surged. FMDQ data showed the naira strengthened to N1639.50 against the dollar on Thursday from N1,681.65 exchanged on Wednesday. This represents a N42.15 appreciation. Meanwhile, at the black market, the naira depreciated to N1750 per dollar on Thursday from between
Naira appreciates significantly against dollar as FX supply rises
Senate to repeal NBTE Act
The Senate Committee on Tertiary Institutions and TETFund is considering repealing the act establishing the National Board for Technical Education, NBTE. Chairman of the Committee, Senator Muntari Dandutse, said this when he led members of the committee on an oversight visit to the board’s office in Abuja on Thursday. While noting the importance of the
Senate to repeal NBTE Act
I’m not afraid of EFCC – Obaseki
Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State has expressed his readiness to submit himself to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, if the agency requires his presence in connection with his eight years of stewardship in the state. Obaseki stated this on Wednesday during the EdoBEST National Results-Sharing Session in Abuja, where he highlighted his
I’m not afraid of EFCC – Obaseki
NEPC charges Nigerian exporters to prioritize quality
The Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC) has called on exporters to meet market demands by prioritizing product quality, as part of efforts to boost the nation’s non-oil export sector. Executive Director and Chief Executive officer NEPC made the call while presenting a paper titled, ‘Overview of Exportable products and markets’, organised by Nigerian Export Import
NEPC charges Nigerian exporters to prioritize quality
Newborn baby dumped inside gutter in Umuahia
A newborn baby has been dumped in the gutter in Umuahia by an unknown person. The baby was discovered inside the deep gutter at Umuwaya Road, opposite Abam Street,in the Abia State capital on Thursday. As at Thursday evening, it was not certain if the child is still alive or not. The crowd that gathered
Newborn baby dumped inside gutter in Umuahia
CAFWCL: Buoyant Edo Queens land in Morocco
Edo Queens arrived Casablanca, Morocco, on Thursday night ahead of the 2024 CAF Women’s Champions League. The Nigerian champions announced their arrival on the social media. “Touchdown in Morocco! We have safely landed and received a warm welcome from our hosts. We’re ready, focused, and excited for the journey ahead!,” the club wrote on X.
CAFWCL: Buoyant Edo Queens land in Morocco
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