Breaking News from Nigerian Evening Newspapers Sunday 17th December 2023

Breaking News from Nigerian Evening Newspapers and Evening News Sunday 17th December 2023

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Tinubu has no deal with Yusuf, NNPP on Kano gov’ship dispute – APC

The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has denied having a deal with either Governor Abba Yusuf of Kano State or the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) to compromise the anticipated Supreme Court Judgement in favour of the governor. Recall that both the election petition tribunal and Appeal Court had sacked Governor Yusuf, and declared the
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Those who reject kissing scenes aren’t true actors — 82-yr-old Ajai-Lycett

Veteran Nollywood actress, Taiwo Ajai-Lycett, who has been in the movie business for over four decades has shared her school of thought about kissing scenes with her younger colleagues. According to the octogenarian, any actor who turns down a kissing role is not a genuine thespian. A recipient of the national award she further stated
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Another crash claims 2 lives on Lagos-Ibadan expressway

Two persons died on Sunday afternoon after the driver of a speeding vehicle lost control of the car and veered off the Lagos-Ibadan expressway. Our correspondent reports that three persons had died, while seven others were injured on Saturday night on the highway. Another crash occurred on Sunday near Iperu-Ogere bridge, en route to Sagamu-Interchange
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Why I didn’t stop RCCG pastor from contesting Soun Ogbomoso – Adeboye

The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adeboye, on Sunday, explained why he refused to stop Pastor Afolabi Olaoye from contesting Soun of Ogbomoso’s stool. Adeboye, while speaking at the interdenominational thanksgiving services for the traditional ruler at Beulah Baptist Conference, Ogbomoso, said Olaoye was destined to be a
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Gov. Adeleke reads riot act to film pirates

Gov. Ademola Adeleke of Osun has warned that film piracy will not be tolerated in the state, saying anyone caught will be prosecuted and jailed accordingly. A statement by the Founder and Convener of Best of Nollywood (BON), Mr Seun Oloketuyi, on Sunday in Lagos, said that Adeleke gave the warning during a courtesy visit
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Israeli army uncovers ‘biggest Hamas tunnel’

The Israeli army said on Sunday it had uncovered the biggest Hamas tunnel in the Gaza Strip so far, just a few hundred metres from a key border crossing. Such was its size that small vehicles would be able to travel within the tunnel, an AFP photographer granted access to it reported. The underground passage
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Shettima mourns Waziri Mukhtar

Vice President Kashim Shettima has sent his heartfelt condolences to the Shehu of Borno, Alhaji Abubakar Ibn Umar Garbai Al-Amin Elkanemi, the government and the people of Borno State over the untimely passing of the Waziri of Borno, Mustapha Mukhtar.  The VP, in a statement on Sunday by his spokeman, Stanley Nkwocha, said it was
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FG urged to intervene in herbal medicine research

A trado-medical practitioner and Managing Director, Mojeaga International Ventures Limited Mr. Monday Ojeaga Alugeh, has called on the federal government to support them with grants to enable them carry out research and complement the medical profession. Alugeh, who made the call at a press conference and award ceremony, described lack of access to grants and
The post FG urged to intervene in herbal medicine research first appeared on Daily Trust.

Kogi residents groan over water scarcity

Residents are groaning as potable water scarcity has hit Lokoja, the capital of Kogi State Daily Trust gathered on Sunday that residents were moving from one part of the capital city to another in search of drinking water. In the process, residents have started mounting pressure on borehole water owners/ operators in their vicinity to
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Arsenal beat Brighton, return to Premier League summit

Goals from Gabriel Jesus and Kai Havertz sent Arsenal back to the top of the Premier League table as they clinched a dominant win over Brighton & Hove Albion. The Seagulls had proven to be tricky opponents on their visits to north London down the years, but this was a game that Arsenal dominated throughout
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EPL: Brighton coach De Zerbi names best team in Premier League

Brighton manager Roberto De Zerbi has named Arsenal as the best team in the Premier League this season. De Zerbi spoke at his post-match press conference on Sunday after Brighton’s 2-0 defeat to Arsenal. Goals from Kai Havertz and Gabriel Jesus gave Mikel Arteta’s side the victory over Brighton at Emirates Stadium. “Arsenal played much
EPL: Brighton coach De Zerbi names best team in Premier League

EPL: Arteta hails two players on Arsenal’s 2-0 win over Brighton

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has reacted to his side’s Premier League 2-0 win over Brighton on Sunday. Arteta also hailed Kai Havertz and Martin Odegaard for their impressive displays against Brighton. Two goals from Havertz and Gabriel Jesus gave Arteta’s side the victory over the visitors. Speaking about the game, Arteta said at his post-match
EPL: Arteta hails two players on Arsenal’s 2-0 win over Brighton

Rivers crisis: Pro-Wike lawmakers reject 2024 budget

The Martins Amaehwule-led faction of the Rivers State House of Assembly has rejected the passage of the 2024 budget by the four members of the assembly led by Edison Ehie. DAILY POST reports that the four-man House of Assembly last week approved the N800 billion 2024 budget barely 24 hours after it was presented by
Rivers crisis: Pro-Wike lawmakers reject 2024 budget

Nigeria, US strengthen military ties to curb terrorism

The Minister of State for Defence, Muhammed Bello, said Nigeria will strengthen its military bilateral relations with the United States of America to further enhance the fight against terrorism and other organised and sundry crimes in Nigeria. A statement by the minister’s Director of Press and Public Relations, Henshaw Ogubike, indicated that the agreement was
Nigeria, US strengthen military ties to curb terrorism

Remo Stars maintain top spot, Lobi end Doma Utd’s unbeaten run

Remo Stars fell to a 2-1 defeat against Kano Pillars on Sunday but kept their position at the top of the table. Pillars went in front through Ibrahim Mustapha just after the break. Remo Stars were undeterred and they equalised through Dayo Ojo in the 72nd minute. The hosts took all three points, with veteran
Remo Stars maintain top spot, Lobi end Doma Utd’s unbeaten run

EPL table: Arsenal stay top as Man Utd, Liverpool

You Arsenal will stay top of the Premier League table into Match Day 18. The Gunners beat Brighton 2-0 comfortably in Sunday’s early kick-off. Gabriel Jesus and Kai Havertz got second half goals as Mikel Arteta’s men made their dominance pay off at the Emirates. The win took them up to 39 points. Liverpool had
EPL table: Arsenal stay top as Man Utd, Liverpool

‘It’s insulting’ – Delta cleric rejects board appointment

The founder of Overflow Chapel in Sapele, Archbishop Godday Iboyi, has rejected his appointment as a member of the Delta State Christian Pilgrim and Welfare Board. Earlier on Saturday, a statement signed by Tetsola Nelson, Permanent Secretary, State Protocol Matters, on behalf of the Secretary to the State Government, said Governor Sheriff Oborevwori had approved
‘It’s insulting’ – Delta cleric rejects board appointment

EPL: ‘I’m not happy’ – Man Utd goalkeeper Onana

Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana has admitted he is ‘not happy’ with his performance at the club so far this season. Onana joined Man United from Inter Milan in a £43 million deal last summer to replace David De Gea. But after being crowned the best goalkeeper in the Champions League last season, Onana’s form
EPL: ‘I’m not happy’ – Man Utd goalkeeper Onana

Again, four children stolen in Umuahia

Four children belonging to three different parents have been stolen in Umuahia by two new female tenants. The kids named Chioma, 6, Ogbonne, 6, Miracle, 5, and Joy, 3, were taken away to an unknown destination by two unidentified tenants who moved into the compound at Uwalaka Street by Ossah Road in Umuahia, capital of
Again, four children stolen in Umuahia

CAF Confederation Cup: Rivers United off to Tunis for Club Africain clash

Rivers United have departed the country for their CAF Confederation Cup clash against Club Africain of Tunisia. The Pride of Rivers departed the Murtala Mohammed International Airport, Lagos, aboard an Egypt Air flight at 2:45 pm on Sunday. The contingent, which consists of players and officials, is expected to arrive in Tunis on Monday. The
CAF Confederation Cup: Rivers United off to Tunis for Club Africain clash

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