Breaking News from Nigerian Evening Newspapers and Evening News Monday 30th October 2023
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Lebanon working to avoid ‘war’ with Israel – PM
Lebanon’s caretaker prime minister said Monday he was working to ensure his country does not enter the Hamas-Israel war, even as Hezbollah and Israel have been exchanging cross-border fire. Najib Mikati said he feared an escalation, with the border skirmishes stoking concerns that Lebanon’s Iran-backed Hezbollah could launch its own war with Israel. “I am
Xcellon Capital admitted to UN global compact
Xcellon Capital Advisors (XCA), a non-bank financial institution based in Lagos has been admitted into the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC). In a letter received this week and signed by the UN Secretary General, Antonio Gutierrez, it was stated that XCA is now admitted into the global elite of corporate citizens that are bound by
MRHRC, foundation launch campaign to end maternal mortality
The Maternal and Reproductive Health Research Collective (MRHRC) and Sterling One Foundation have announced the launch of a 30-day advocacy initiative to drive awareness on the issue of maternal health and eliminate maternal mortality for at least 5,000 women. This historic intervention, tagged #WeMenForHer campaign, encourages men to take the lead in saving the lives
FEC approves N2.18tr 2023 supplementary budget
The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved the sum of N2,176,791,286,033 for the second 2023 supplementary appropriation. Atiku Bagudu, the Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, announced this on Monday while briefing State House reporters after the federal cabinet meeting presided over by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the Council Chambers of the Presidential Villa,
Ex-Benue LG chairman dies in kidnappers’ den
A former chairman of Ukum Local Government Area in Benue State, Elder Raymond Washima Erukaa, has died in captivity. Erukaa, an octogenarian was abducted from his home at Tse-Erukaa, in Zaki Biam on September 23, 2023. He was the pioneer chairman of Ukum LGA founded in 1981 and father of former Channels Television correspondent, Charles
Don’t come to FEC meeting unless invited, Tinubu warns appointees
President Bola Tinubu has warned government officials and family members against attending the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting without invitation. Tinubu issued the warning before the commencement of FEC meeting at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, on Monday. “Last week, I noticed people sneaking in and out of this council. People had access to this place
Court adjourns Naira Marley’s alleged cybercrime case
A Federal High Court sitting in Lagos has adjourned the continuation of the trial of Nigerian singer Azeez Fashola, a.k.a Naira Marley, who has been charged with cybercrime until November 13 and 30. The case was adjourned by Justice Nicholas Oweibo on Monday due to the absence of the singer from the court. The Soapy
Derby loss one of most disappointing days of my tenure, says Ten Hag
Manchester United manager, Erik ten Hag, said Sunday’s 3-0 demolition by local rivals Manchester City at Old Trafford was one of the most disappointing days in his tenure with the team. Asked if Sunday was one of his worst days on the job, the downcast manager told reporters: “Yes. Of course, it is disappointing. “When
I’m not going away, says Atiku
Presidential Candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the last election, Atiku Abubakar, says those that think he would go away after the election should perish the thought. Speaking at a press conference in Abuja on Monday, he said: “I am not going away. For as long as I breathe I will continue to struggle,
Tribunal dismisses PDP’s petition, upholds Ogun Speaker’s election
The National and State House of Assembly Election Petition Tribunal sitting in Abeokuta, Ogun State has affirmed the Speaker of State House Assembly, Olakunle Oluomo, as duly elected member representing Ifo Constituency 1. The three-member panel in a unanimous decision on Monday dismissed the petition filed by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate in the
Tinubu mourns Prof Nwabueze
President Bola Tinubu has mourned the passing of Professor Ben Nwabueze, who was once Minister of Education. Tinubu, in a statement by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, described the death of Nwabueze, who was also a foremost constitutional lawyer, as a profound loss. According to him, Nwabueze’s knowledge of law was
Tinubu mourns Prof Nwabueze
Ondo Assembly to go ahead with impeachment of Deputy Gov Aiyedatiwa
The Ondo State House of Assembly said it will not jettison its move to impeach the embattled deputy governor of Ondo State, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, despite his public apology to Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu. According to the Speaker of the Ondo State House of Assembly, Olamide Oladiji, the apology by Aiyedatiwa is a personal issue between him
Ondo Assembly to go ahead with impeachment of Deputy Gov Aiyedatiwa
City of Houston commends Fidelity Bank, proclaims October 25 FITCC Day
In recognition of Fidelity Bank Plc’s commitment to fostering bilateral trade and economic development between Houston, Texas, and Nigeria, the City of Houston has designated October 25 as “Fidelity International Trade and Creative Connect Day”. Mayor Sylvester Turner of Houston officially declared the special day in a statement released from Houston, Texas, on Thursday, 26
City of Houston commends Fidelity Bank, proclaims October 25 FITCC Day
They’re learning their lessons – Shehu Sani on Fubara vs Wike
Former federal lawmaker Shehu Sani has noted that the fiasco going on in Rivers State between the camp of ex-Governor Nyesom Wike and his protege, Governor Sim Fubara, is being monitored by other former governors who made themselves godfathers. DAILY POST reported that arsonists torched the hallowed chambers of the Rivers State House of Assembly
They’re learning their lessons – Shehu Sani on Fubara vs Wike
Now is time to end your presidential ambition – Tinubu replies Atiku
President Bola Tinubu has advised the 2023 Peoples Democratic Party presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, to end his ambition to rule Nigeria. Tinubu made the remark while rubbishing Atiku’s claim that Nigeria is doomed following the Supreme Court ruling that dismissed his appeals. He said Nigeria is moving forward to achieve its destiny, but Atiku’s presidential
Now is time to end your presidential ambition – Tinubu replies Atiku
Tribunal upholds Ogun Speaker’s election
The Ogun State House of Assembly Election Petition Tribunal sitting in Abeokuta has thrown out a petition seeking to annul the election of Olakunle Oluomo, the Speaker of the Ogun State House of Assembly. The tribunal on Monday affirmed Oluomo as the duly elected member representing Ifo State Constituency I. The three-member panel, in a
Tribunal upholds Ogun Speaker’s election
Nigeria eyes $700bn revenue from solid minerals, signs deal with Germany
The Federal Government has sealed a deal with the Republic of Germany to explore and exploit mineral deposits, estimated to generate over $700 billion in earnings to the country. Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dele Alake, disclosed this to reporters shortly after the Federal Executive Council meeting presided over by President Bola Tinubu on Monday.
Nigeria eyes $700bn revenue from solid minerals, signs deal with Germany
Taraba boat mishap: Police recover seven corpses
The Taraba State Police Command on Monday said it has recovered seven corpses from the recent boat mishap in the state. The Police Command, which disclosed this in a statement, however said the number of passengers in the boat could not be ascertained. Residents of the state were on Saturday thrown into mourning following the
Taraba boat mishap: Police recover seven corpses
Amnesty programme critical to global manpower supply – PAP boss, Ndiomu
Interim Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme, PAP, Major General Barry Ndiomu (Rtd), has said the efforts of the programme are “critical to the supply of manpower globally in strategic industries and trade sectors”. According to him, various initiatives are being deployed by the PAP to improve the lives of young people. He spoke during
Amnesty programme critical to global manpower supply – PAP boss, Ndiomu
FEC: Unless I sent for you, don’t come – Tinubu warns govt official
President Bola Tinubu has warned government officials and family members against attending the Federal Executive Council, FEC, meeting without invitation. Tinubu issued the warning before the commencement of FEC meeting at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, on Monday. “Last week, I noticed people sneaking in and out of this Council. People had access to this place
FEC: Unless I sent for you, don’t come – Tinubu warns govt official
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