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target=_blank>Alleged coup plotters remanded in DSS custody
The Federal High Court in Abuja on Wednesday ordered the remand of alleged coup plotters in the Department of State Services (DSS) custody. Justice Joyce Abdulmalik, in a ruling, also ordered accelerated hearing in the case. Justice Abdulmalik equally ordered the DSS to give the lawyers and family members access to the defendants within a
target=_blank>Strike: April 30 ultimatum stands – SSANU
The Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) has reaffirmed its readiness to embark on industrial action from April 30 if the Federal Government fails to conclude long-standing negotiations on staff welfare and entitlements. The union’s position comes despite the Federal Government’s approval of a 30 per cent salary increase for non-academic staff in federal
target=_blank>Our plans to improve performance – NNDC Chairman
The chairman of New Nigeria Development Company (NNDC), Alhaji Lamis Shehu Dikko has reaffirmed the company’s determination to reinvent itself and reposition its operations and its investment portfolio as a holding company. He spoke during at the commencement of a two-day Board/Management retreat which commenced Wednesday in Abuja. According to him, with over seven decades
target=_blank>Nigeria’s ambassador-designate dies before assumption of office
Nigeria’s ambassador designate to Algeria, Mohammed Mahmud Lele, has died after a prolonged illness. Aged 50, Lele passed away in Ankara, Turkey, where he was receiving treatment. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs disclosed that Lele died in the early hours of April 19. This happened weeks after his confirmation as Nigeria’s envoy to the People’s
target=_blank>Poor performance: Chelsea sack Rosenior after 23 matches
Liam Rosenior has been sacked as head coach of English Premier League side, Chelsea. The Englishman was sacked after losing 3-0 to Brighton on Tuesday night, the club’s fifth consecutive league defeat without scoring for the first time since 1912. Rosenior left Strasbourg for Chelsea less than four months ago to sign a six-year deal.
target=_blank>Cross River identifies 10 more persons with COVID symptoms
The Cross River State government says it has identified and isolated 10 persons who interacted with the Chinese national who reimported COVID-19 into Nigeria. Speaking with Daily Trust, the state epidemiologist, Dr Inyang Ekpenyong, said they were identified during contact tracing carried out by health officials. She said her team visited the Chinese national’s work
target=_blank>PHOTOS: Tinubu hosts Jonathan at Aso Rock
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Wednesday received ex-President Goodluck Jonathan at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. The meeting was disclosed by Presidential spokesperson Bayo Onanuga disclosed this in a social media post. However, details about the purpose of the visit were not made public. UK-Nigeria trade mission drives commercial outcomes of Tinubu’s State Visit Meet
target=_blank>JAMB sets 320 benchmark for underage candidates, maintains 16-year admission rule
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has outlined a stringent pathway for exceptionally gifted underage candidates, setting a minimum score of 320 in the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) as a key requirement for consideration. Despite this provision, the board reaffirmed its strict enforcement of the 16-year minimum age for admission into tertiary institutions,
target=_blank>Uncertainty mounts over US-Iran talks as ceasefire ends
The head of the US delegation to anticipated peace talks with Iran had yet to leave Washington on Tuesday, with Tehran still undecided on whether it would participate as the end of a temporary ceasefire drew near. The two sides have offered different timelines for the expiration of the truce, with Iranian state TV saying
target=_blank>Pahalgam attack anniversary: Activist Aajakia questions global silence
Human rights activist Arif Aajakia has shared strong views on terrorism, Pakistan’s role, and the global response ahead of the first anniversary of the Pahalgam terror attack set to be observed today. Speaking ahead of the anniversary, Arif Aajakia alleged that Pakistan had been “attacking India with impunity, thinking India will not respond.” Referring to
target=_blank>Niger govt to release budgeted funds for disaster response
The Niger State Government has assured that it will begin the release of budgeted funds to strengthen preparedness and response to disasters, as part of efforts to reduce the impact of future shocks across the state. This follows recent warnings by the Federal Government that 33 states, including Niger, may experience flooding this year. The
Niger govt to release budgeted funds for disaster response
target=_blank>EPL: Absolutely disgusting, I’m ashamed of your performance – Jason Cundy blasts Chelsea
Former Chelsea player, Jason Cundy, has slammed the Blues following their ‘disgusting’ performance against Brighton in the Premier League on Tuesday. Cundy said he was ashamed of Liam Rosenior’s side against the hosts at the Amex Stadium as they were thrashed 3-0. The result leaves Chelsea in seventh position on the Premier League table with
EPL: Absolutely disgusting, I’m ashamed of your performance – Jason Cundy blasts Chelsea
target=_blank>Zamfara APC congress preparations hit snag as Matawalle raises concerns
Preparations for the All Progressives Congress, APC, congresses in Zamfara State have come under strain amid emerging disagreements among key stakeholders. Findings indicate that divergent interests among party leaders have heightened tensions, raising concerns over the smooth conduct of the planned exercise. The situation gained attention following remarks by the Minister of State for Defence,
Zamfara APC congress preparations hit snag as Matawalle raises concerns
target=_blank>CAN tackles Isaac Omolehin, denies split, missing relief funds allegations
The Christian Association of Nigeria, CAN, has described as false, malicious, and deeply defamatory claims circulating in the public space alleging a division within the association along Northern and Southern lines. The apex Christian body also addressed allegations of the diversion of funds purportedly meant for the relief of persecuted Christians in Northern Nigeria. In
CAN tackles Isaac Omolehin, denies split, missing relief funds allegations
target=_blank>EPL: Chelsea names replacement for sacked Rosenior
Chelsea have announced that Calum McFarlane will be the interim head coach for the first team until the end of the season. This comes after the club decided to dismiss Liam Rosenior as head coach on Wednesday. An official statement confirmed that McFarlane will take charge of the next game against Leeds in the FA
EPL: Chelsea names replacement for sacked Rosenior
target=_blank>Abducted UniJos graduate, John Arum regains freedom VIDEO
John Arum, the University of Jos, UniJos, graduate, who was recently kidnapped by terrorists have regained his freedom. In a video clip currently making the rounds on social media, John could be seen with family members thanking God for his release. DAILY POST reports that a disturbing footage had captured a moment John, who was
Abducted UniJos graduate, John Arum regains freedom VIDEO
target=_blank>Delta elders, youths stop political campaigns in their communities over alleged neglect
The Utagba-Ogbe Council of Chiefs and Elders, backed by the Kingdom’s President General, has banned all political campaigns across Kwale, Utagba-Ogbe Kingdom, Delta State effective immediately. All political actors, government representatives, and stakeholders have been put on notice: no campaigns in Kwale until until the Ndokwa nation receives concrete justice for decades of exploitation, neglect,
Delta elders, youths stop political campaigns in their communities over alleged neglect
target=_blank>EPL: ‘He looks like he’s faking’ – Obi Mikel attacks Chelsea manager Rosenior
Chelsea legend, John Obi Mikel, has criticized manager, Liam Rosenior, after the Blues’ Premier League 3-0 defeat at Brighton on Tuesday. Obi Mikel insisted that Rosenior looks like he’s faking everything at Chelsea since he joined the Premier League west London club. Recall that Rosenior replaced Enzo Maresca at Chelsea a few months ago after
EPL: ‘He looks like he’s faking’ – Obi Mikel attacks Chelsea manager Rosenior
target=_blank>NWFL: FC Robo Queens clinch Super six spot
FC Robo Queens have secured qualification to the Nigeria Women Football League, NWFL, Super Six playoff tournament. The Lagos-based side defeated Remo Stars Ladies 2-0 at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Onikan to earn a spot in the playoff tournament. FC Robo Queens finished top of the NWFL Group B table following the victory over the
NWFL: FC Robo Queens clinch Super six spot
target=_blank>Presidency clears air on Tinubu ‘sacking’ Wale Edun, Dangiwa as Ministers
The Presidency has insisted that former Finance Minister, Wale Edun and Housing Minister, Musa Dangiwa were not sacked by President Bola Tinubu. In a statement signed by Special Adviser to the President on Information & Strategy, Bayo Onanuga on Wednesday, he said that Edun and Dangiwa resigned from their roles. Onanuga stated that Edun stepped
Presidency clears air on Tinubu ‘sacking’ Wale Edun, Dangiwa as Ministers
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