Are INEC Resident Commissioners Homeless Bats' By Chief Mike Ozekhome, SAN
Thu, 28 Jul 2022
Mike OzezhomeI watched and listened very carefully to my good friend, Chief Festus Okoye, INEC's cerebral Commissioner for Information and Voter Education, on his recent Channels television interview. I completely disagree with his take and analysis of the place and space of the Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) in the organogram and scheme of things concerning the electoral process in Nigeria. His analysis, which literally dismissed the RECs with a wave of the hand in a most cavalier m
read more...
Thousands Of Ukrainians Sign Petition To Give Embattled UK Leader, Boris Johnson Citizenship, Make Him Prime Minister Of War-torn Country
Wed, 27 Jul 2022
Boris JohnsonAmidst political disturbance due to the Ukraine-Russia crisis, Ukrainians are signing a petition to grant the United Kingdom's outgoing Prime Minister Boris Johnson citizenship and make him the Prime Minister of the war-torn country.The petition has garnered over 2,500 signatures hours after it was started.It was gathered that the petition, however, does acknowledge one negative side of such an appointment: its non-compliance with Ukraine's constitution, Times of India rep
read more...
Why Akwa Ibom Chief Judge Sent Human Rights Lawyer, Inibehe Effiong To Jail
Wed, 27 Jul 2022
Facts have emerged as to why the Chief Judge of Akwa Ibom State High Court, Justice Ekaette F. F. Obot sent human rights lawyer, Inibehe Effiong to one month in prison.SaharaReporters reported earlier that Justice Obot allowed armed policemen wielding AK-47 rifles into the courtroom on Wednesday, June 30, after threatening to jail Effiong for accusing her of being bias and asking her to recuse herself from the case.It reported that on Wednesday, July 27 in fulfilment of her threat, the judge jai
read more...
BREAKING: Nigerian Senate To Invite Central Bank Governor, Emefiele Over Rising Inflation, Naira Devaluation
Wed, 27 Jul 2022
The Nigerian Senate on Wednesday said it would invite the Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Godwin Emefiele, over rising inflation and naira devaluation which have made lives difficult for Nigerians.The senators lamented that the exchange rate of the US dollar to naira had now risen to N700 which was described as very sad. They, therefore, called for immediate attention.Devaluation is an official reduction of the value of a domestic currency to the value of the foreign currency, particula
read more...
BREAKING: Nigerian Senate To Invite Central Bank Governor, Emefiele Over Rising Inflation, Naira Devaluation
Wed, 27 Jul 2022
The Nigerian Senate on Wednesday said it would invite the Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Godwin Emefiele, over rising inflation and naira devaluation which have made lives difficult for Nigerians.The senators lamented that the exchange rate of the US dollar to naira had now risen to N700 which was described as very sad. They, therefore, called for immediate attention.Devaluation is an official reduction of the value of a domestic currency to the value of the foreign currency, particula
read more...
BREAKING: Nigerian Senate To Invite Central Bank Governor, Emefiele Over Rising Inflation, Naira Devaluation
Wed, 27 Jul 2022
The Nigerian Senate on Wednesday said it would invite the Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Godwin Emefiele, over rising inflation and naira devaluation which have made lives difficult for Nigerians.The senators lamented that the exchange rate of the US dollar to naira had now risen to N700 which was described as very sad. They, therefore, called for immediate attention. Devaluation is an official reduction of the value of a domestic currency to the value of the foreign currency, particul
read more...
BREAKING: #Buhari-Must-Go: Nigerian Senators Demand President's Impeachment Over Alarming Insecurity, Killings
Wed, 27 Jul 2022
Senators across the party divides on Wednesday called for the impeachment of President Muhammadu Buhari over the escalation of terror attacks in the country.The lawmakers, who angrily stormed out of the plenary around 2.10pm, were all chanting "Buhari must go" repeatedly.Addressing journalists at the Senate Press Corps (SPC) Centre, the Minority Leader, Senator Philip Aduda, said they gave President Buhari six weeks' ultimatum within which to resolve the heightened insecurity in t
read more...
Buhari Should Resign; Enough Is Enough In Nigeria ' Northern Elders Forum
Wed, 27 Jul 2022
Nigeria's President Muhammadu Buhari.The Northern Elders Forum has again advised President Muhammadu Buhari to resign due to the alarming insecurity and socio-economic problems facing the country.The NEF spokesman, Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, stated this in a series of tweets.Nigeria's President Muhammadu Buhari.He added that 2023 might be the worst year so far for the country, considering the present state of the economy and security.He lamented the failure of Buhari as a president despite the
read more...
Nigerian Government Directs Abuja Private Schools To Close Over Scare Of Terrorists' Attacks
Wed, 27 Jul 2022
The Nigerian government has directed the closure of all private schools in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, over the rising insecurity and fear of terrorists' attacks.This was contained in a statement signed by the National Association of Proprietors of Private Schools in Nigeria, Abuja, stating that the directive to shut down schools came from the FCT Education secretariat.The message reads, 'Dear school educators, instruction reaching me now from the Ag. Director DQA is th
read more...
Nigerian Police Officer Allegedly Rapes, Impregnates 15-Year-Old Niece In Nasarawa
Wed, 27 Jul 2022
File PhotoA police officer attached to the State Intelligence Bureau of the Nigeria Police Force, Nasarawa State command, has allegedly raped and impregnated his 15-year-old niece who resided with him. .This was revealed by the State Chairman of the International Federation of Women Lawyers, Mrs Rabiatu Addra, during a press briefing in Lafia, the state capital on Wednesday, Daily Trust reports.File PhotoMrs Addra stated that a whistleblower had reported the incident, stating that the victim was
read more...
Akwa Ibom Chief Judge Displayed Judicial Shamelessness, Recklessness ' AAC Party Demands Immediate Release Of National Legal Adviser, Inibehe Effiong From Prison
Wed, 27 Jul 2022
The African Action Congress Party (AAC) has condemned in the strongest terms, the arrest and remand of its National Legal Adviser, Inibehe Effiong by the Chief Judge of Akwa Ibom State, Justice Ekaette Obot.Justice Obot committed Barrister Effiong for contempt while representing a client against whom the State Governor, Udom Emmanuel, had filed libel charges, when he (Effiong) prayed the judge that heavily armed policemen be asked to leave the courtroom, after the same judge ordered journalists
read more...
We Are Responsible For Destruction Of Cows In Abia Community For Trespassing On Our Farmlands ' IPOB
Wed, 27 Jul 2022
The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has said that its security network codenamed the Eastern Security Network (ESN) was responsible for the killing of 'Fulani cows destroying people's farmlands' in the South-East region of Nigeria.IPOB while commending the security network in a statement by its Media and Publicity Secretary, Emma Powerful, on Wednesday, assured that neither the group nor its security operatives are after legitimate Fulani who are carrying out their legitimate b
read more...
SERAP, AAC Presidential Candidate, Sowore Demand Release Of Lawyer, Inibehe Sentenced Unjustly By Akwa Ibom Chief Judge
Wed, 27 Jul 2022
A civic group, the Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP), and the presidential candidate of the African Action Congress, Omoyele Sowore, have both condemned the action of the Chief Judge of Akwa Ibom State, Justice Ekaette Obot, who sentenced a human right lawyer, Inbehe Effiong, to jail for appearing in a suit against the state governor, Udom Emmanuel.SaharaReporters had earlier reported that Effiong was jailed one month for challenging the Chief Judge about armed policemen w
read more...
Ekiti Election: Court Grants SDP Candidate, Segun Oni Access To Inspect Electoral Materials
Wed, 27 Jul 2022
The Ekiti State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal sitting in Ado-Ekiti, the state capital on Tuesday granted a request by the Social Democratic Party (SDP) candidate, Segun Oni, to be allowed to inspect the electoral materials used by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for the conduct of the June 18 election.The three-member panel led by Justice Wilfred Kpochi, with Justice Sa'ad Zadawa and Justice Jacob Atsen as members, also granted an application for an order of s
read more...
Mubarak Bala: Atheist Activism And Liberation From Religious Oppression In Nigeria By Leo Igwe
Wed, 27 Jul 2022
The case of Nigerian humanist, Mubarak Bala has made it necessary to reflect on the situation of atheism in Nigeria. It is imperative to examine how religious minds have demonized atheism and tyrannized the lives of nonbelievers.Irreligiosity is not a phenomenon that is often linked to the African continent. But in recent times things have started to change. The religious landscape is undergoing significant shifts and transformations. Despite the growing visibility of religion on the continent,
read more...
BREAKING: Akwa Ibom Chief Judge Sends Lawyer, Inibehe Effiong To Prison For Defending Colleague In Case With Governor Udom
Wed, 27 Jul 2022
The Chief Judge of Akwa Ibom State, Ekaette Obot, has sent human rights lawyer, Inibehe Effiong, to one month imprisonment for asking her to recuse herself from a libel suit filed against a fellow lawyer, Leo Ekpenyong, by the state governor, Udom Emmanuel.SaharaReporters learnt that Obot who allowed armed policemen wielding AK-47 rifles into the courtroom on Wednesday, on June 30, threatened to jail Effiong for accusing her of being bias and asking her to recuse herself from the case.Udom Emman
read more...
Shehu Sani Joins Nigerian Labour Congress Protest In Abuja, Says Buhari Government Should Release Money To Fund Universities
Wed, 27 Jul 2022
A former Senator who represented Kaduna Central in the 8th Assembly, Shehu Sani, on Wednesday stated that the Nigerian government was lying by claiming that there was no money to fund the country's university system.Sani urged the government to do what is necessary.He made this known as he joined the protest organised by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) in solidarity with the striking Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) which commenced at the Unity Fountain, Abuja.SaharaReporters h
read more...
Gunboat Crushes Four Policemen, David Lyon's Younger Brother To Death In Bayelsa
Wed, 27 Jul 2022
A gunboat in the early hours of Wednesday crushed four policemen on patrol duty and officials of an oil surveillance company to death at Okumugbene and Odewari River close to Korokorosei junction in Bayelsa State.According to reports, a younger brother to the former gubernatorial candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), in the state, David Lyon, identified as Odi Lyon, was among the deceased, while another aide to Lyon identified as Ogbojimo was lucky to have survived the unfortunate in
read more...
Ex-Governor Fayose Undergoes Back Surgery In Secret Hospital Overseas
Wed, 27 Jul 2022
Former Governor of Ekiti State, Ayo Fayose, has undergone a back surgery in an undisclosed hospital outside the country.The surgery was confirmed by the former governor's brother, Isaac and his ex-aide, Lere Olayinka.The two Fayose's close sources reportedly confirmed that this was the second surgery the former governor was having in five months.He reportedly had the first surgery on his neck in February this year.According to them, the surgery became necessary due to injuries he susta
read more...
How Children of APC Presidential Candidate, Tinubu Acquired US Properties Worth Millions Of Dollars In Cash Despite No Known Sources Of Income
Wed, 27 Jul 2022
Zainab Abisola Tinubu and Habibat Oyindamola Tinubu, two children of the Presidential Candidate of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), Bola Tinubu have properties in the United States of America worth millions of dollars.Aged 32 and 30 respectively, Zainab and Habibat Tinubu, graduated in Boston's Berklee College in 2013 and have no verifiable work to earn such funds they used to acquire the properties.The property documents show that Zainab Abisola acquired a deluxe condo at 55, Be
read more...
Robbers Attack Bullion Van, Kill Police Officer, Bank Worker In Abia
Wed, 27 Jul 2022
The Abia State Police Command has confirmed the killing of a police officer and a bank cash officer with three others injured when armed robbers attacked a bullion van conveying cash from Umuahia to Aba.The incident SaharaReporters gathered happened on Tuesday along Port Harcourt - Enugu highway, at Ntigha junction in Isiala Ngwa North Local Government Area of Abia State.Sources told SaharaReporters that six policemen attached to 28 PMF Umuahia and Counter Terrorist Unit base 4 Aba were escortin
read more...
Universities' Closure: Nigerian Labour Congress Holds 'Mega Protest' In Abuja, Says Three-day National Strike Looms
Wed, 27 Jul 2022
Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) President, Mr. Ayuba Wabba.Members of the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) are currently protesting in Abuja, the nation's capital in, in solidarity with the strike action of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU).The protest which took off from the popular Unity Fountain is being attended by scores of protesters who wielded placards with several inscriptions such as 'End ASUU Strike Now', 'Stop importation of petrol', 'refine th
read more...
Did You Buy Super Tucano Jets For Terrorists Or Biafran Agitators' ' Methodist Prelate, Uche Queries Buhari Government Over Alarming Insecurity
Wed, 27 Jul 2022
The Methodist Prelate, His Eminence Dr. Samuel Uche, has urged the Nigerian government to address the alarming spate of insecurity and terrorists' attacks in the country, wondering why the Muhammadu Buahari spent a huge amount of money to procure the United States' Super Tucano fighter jets.The cleric said this in a press conference on Tuesday in Umuahia on the sidelines of his pastoral visit to Umuahia Methodist Diocese, while accusing the Federal Government of treating bandits and te
read more...
Election Tribunal Orders Arrest of Nigerian Electoral Commission, INEC Chairman, Mahmood Yakubu For Contempt Of Court
Wed, 27 Jul 2022
INEC Chairman Professor Mahmood YakubuThe Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Area Council Election Tribunal led by Chief Magistrate F. Oyekan has ordered the arrest of the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Mahmood Yakubu for contempt of court.The tribunal order the arrest while ruling on the application moved by C.I. Okoye leading Simon Daudu and A.J Adagami in Petition No FCT/ACET/EP/7/2022 which was delivered by K.L. Appah.INEC Chairman Professor Mahmood Yaku
read more...
No Immediate Solution To Aviation Fuel Crisis; Nigeria Doesn't Produce It ' Minister Tells Airlines
Wed, 27 Jul 2022
The Minister of Aviation, Hadi Sirika, has said there are no immediate solutions to the prolonged and recurrent crisis rocking Nigeria's aviation sector.The minister, who held an emergency meeting with the Airline Operators Association of Nigeria (AON) in Abuja on Tuesday, said the variables impacting the crises in the aviation sector are beyond the industry's control. Thus there is no immediate solution.Sirika said there is no short term solution because of the variables involved espe
read more...
Panic In Abuja As Commercial Motorcyclists Clash With Police, Attack Residents, Damage Vehicles
Wed, 27 Jul 2022
Scores of commercial motorcycle riders on Tuesday went on a rampage in Abuja over the alleged killing of two of their fellow riders and seizure of motorbikes by the Nigeria police.The incident occurred at Area 1 at about 6:00 pm while people were returning home from work. It led to the destruction of many vehicles as the angry motorcyclists descended on anything in sight, including moving vehicles.Many people were reportedly injured during the incident.An eyewitness who spoke to SaharaReporters
read more...
Nigerian Police Arrest Suspects In Connection With Killing Of 3 Policemen In Delta
Wed, 27 Jul 2022
At least two suspects have been arrested in connection with the death of three policemen in the early hours of Sunday in Delta State.Gunmen on Sunday attacked a police station in Okpanam, Oshimili North Local Government Area of Delta State, killing three policemen.The officers were said to be responding to a distress call sent by local vigilantes when the gunmen shot them to death.Authorities say the local vigilantes claimed they were under attack and urged the police to come to their rescue. Th
read more...
Governor Matawalle Lied, We Received N60m As Ransom To Release Zamfara Schoolgirls 'Terrorist
Wed, 27 Jul 2022
Zamfara State Governor Bello MatawalleA member of a terrorist group that kidnapped 279 schoolgirls of Government Secondary School in Jangebe, Zamfara State early this year has disclosed that a ransom of N60 million was paid by the Zamfara State government to secure the release of the pupils.The leader of the terrorist group disclosed this in a documentary released by BBC African Eye on Monday.Zamfara State Governor Bello Matawalle"We used part of the money to buy rifles," he told BBC.M
read more...
National Agency, NEMA Receives Fresh Batch Of 175 Stranded Nigerians From Libya
Wed, 27 Jul 2022
Another batch of 175 stranded Nigerians from Libya has been received by the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos State.It was learnt that the returnees are 77 male adults, 64 female adults, 11 male and 12 female children, five female infants and six male infants.The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the Director-General of NEMA, Alhaji Mustapha Ahmed, who was represented by the Acting Coordinator of the Lagos Territorial Offic
read more...
Christian Association, CAN Gets New President, Daniel Okoh As Ayokunle Bows Out
Wed, 27 Jul 2022
The Christian Association of Nigeria has elected Most Reverend Daniel Okoh as its new President, ending the tenure of Reverend Olasupo Ayokunle.The announcement of Okoh's election is contained in a statement by the CAN General Secretary, Joseph Daramola.Okoh is the General Superintendent of Christ Holy Church, also called Nation Builders (Odozi-Obodo).CAN comprises of five blocs; the Christian Council of Nigeria (CCN); Catholic Secretariat of Nigeria (CSN); Christian Pentecostal Fellowship
read more...
Niger Delta Leader, Pa Edwin Clark Loses Younger Brother, Akporode
Wed, 27 Jul 2022
Elder statesman and leader of the Southern and Middle Belt Leaders Forum, SMBLF, Pa Edwin Clark, has lost his younger brother, Blessing Akporode Clark.Blessing Clark who was a former Diplomat and Ambassador died on Tuesday in Lagos at the age of 92 years.This was confirmed in a statement signed by Dr. Christopher C. Clark for the family and made available on Tuesday night.The late Clark was Nigeria's Ambassador to Ethiopia and Permanent Representative to the Organisation of African Unity (O
read more...
Why I Don't Want Endorsements From Obasanjo, Babangida Unlike Some Other Candidates ' Sowore, AAC Presidential Candidate
Wed, 27 Jul 2022
The presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC), Omoyele Sowore has stated reasons why he is not running after past Nigerian leaders to seek their endorsements.In a video Sowore shared on Twitter on Tuesday, the activist said he needs endorsements but rather from the oppressed and the masses and not from questionable characters.Paraphrasing Bob Marley's song, Real Situation, Sowore described total liberation as the only solution for Nigeria.He said in the video, 'Of cou
read more...
Nigerian Police Investigate Man For Killing Dad Over Land Dispute In Nasarawa
Wed, 27 Jul 2022
A man, identified as Badejo Idowu, has been reportedly killed by his son, Tunde Badejo, over claims to a land belonging to the family in Karu Local Government Area of Nasarawa State.It was learnt that Tunde had been pestering his father for a portion of the land for over a year.When Daily Trust visited the scene on Monday, the deceased's wife, Madam Tolani Badejo, said her husband asked Tunde to give him time to apportion the land fairly among other family members.'He had been on my hu
read more...
BREAKING: Nigerian Army Searches For Captain, 13 Soldiers Abducted By Terrorists In Abuja Community While Responding To Distress Call
Wed, 27 Jul 2022
Terrorists who attempted to attack the Nigerian Law School in Bwari, Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, have reportedly abducted a Captain of the Nigerian Army and 13 soldiers who responded to a distress call.SaharaReporters learnt on Tuesday that the Nigerian Army has launched a search party for the Captain, who was the Commanding Officer of the 13 soldiers.SaharaReporters had on Monday reported that the troops of the Elite Guards Brigade foiled an attack by terrorists on the Nigerian Law School
read more...
Buhari Exposed To Be Toothless, Sooner Or Later He Can Also Be Kidnapped Like Other Nigerians ' Former President's Ally, Galadima
Wed, 27 Jul 2022
A former ally of President Muhammadu Buhari and former chieftain of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), Buba Galadima, has said that the security situation in Nigeria has proved that Buhari knows nothing and cannot do anything to stop terrorism and banditry in the country.During an interview with BBC Hausa, Galadima, now a chieftain of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), said with the lingering insecurity in Nigeria, Buhari may soon be kidnapped by terrorists.Some terrorists have alrea
read more...
NLC Protest: Buhari Has Already Told Nigerians He's Tired; He Must Go Home ' Falana
Wed, 27 Jul 2022
Human rights lawyer, Femi Falana, SAN, on Tuesday joined the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) in the ongoing nationwide protest in solidarity with the striking Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU).The university lecturers have been on industrial action since February 14 over lingering issues with the federal government including university funding, earned allowances, payment system, reneging on signed Memorandum of Action, amongst others.Joining the NLC nationwide solidarity protest in Lago
read more...
Organisers Of Headies Awards Disqualify Nigerian Singer, Portable For Threatening To Kill Fellow Nominees
Wed, 27 Jul 2022
A popular Nigerian singer, Habeeb Okikiola, professionally known as Portable has been disqualified as a nominee for Headies Awards 2022 for threatening to kill his co-nominees.SaharaReporters reliably gathered that Portable was nominated to contest in the 'Rookie of the Year' and 'Best Street-Hop Artiste' categories when The Headies unveiled the nominees for its 2022 edition on Tuesday.Other nominees in the 'Rookie of the Year' category include Av, Fave, Magixx, and
read more...
Abuja-Kaduna Train Attack: Baba Alagbado 'Tinubu' Should Sacrifice Himself To Free Nigerians In Captivity, By Buhari Olanrewaju Ahmed
Wed, 27 Jul 2022
Buhari Olanrewaju AhmedNigeria is battling different diagnostic diseases that have affected the most sensitive parts of the body. Citizens are internally weak and helpless with a bunch of problems confronting them on a daily basis.Our dignity has been sold to politicians, which is why hunger and poverty have now been deliberately weaponised by the same politicians who emptied our patrimony.Buhari Olanrewaju AhmedInsecurity in Nigeria under Dictator Muhammadu Buhari has become a nightmare. Thousa
read more...
A Lifeline For Judges By Ebun-Olu Adegboruwa, SAN
Wed, 27 Jul 2022
About a week ago, the National Industrial Court, sitting in Abuja, directed the federal government of Nigeria to increase the salaries of all judicial officers in the country. In a landmark judgment delivered by the Honourable Justice Osatohanmwen Obaseki-Osaghae, the government was ordered to commence a monthly payment of N10 million to the Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), N9 million to other Justices of the Supreme Court and the President of the Court of Appeal, N8 million to the Justices of th
read more...
After Killing Of Presidential Military Guards In Abuja, Nigerian Senate Passes Bill To Check Proliferation Of Weapons
Tue, 26 Jul 2022
The Nigerian Senate has passed a bill to establish the National Commission for the Coordination and Control of the Proliferation of Small Arms and Light Weapons.The passage of the National Commission Against the proliferation of Small Arms and Light Weapons (Establishment) Bill, 2022, followed the consideration of a report by the Committee on National Security and Intelligence.The bill is a consolidation of three bills - two private-member bills and one from the Executive arm of the government a
read more...
Forgotten Bomb Kills 13 Scrap Scavengers, Injures 3 In Borno Community
Tue, 26 Jul 2022
File photo used to illustrate story.No fewer than 13 scrap-metal collectors have been killed by a forgotten bomb in Bama town in northeast Borno state.They were killed after a bomb they excavated blew up, according to security sources.File photo used to illustrate story.According to AFP, 16 metal scavengers from a displaced persons' camp in Bama found the bomb while digging for scrap on Monday in the bush on the outskirts of town.The bomb was said to have exploded as they were pushing it in
read more...
Nigerian Police Rescue Traditional Worshippers Kidnapped While Praying At Edo River
Tue, 26 Jul 2022
The Edo State Police Command says it rescued three traditional worshippers kidnapped on Monday, July 25, 2022.It also said that one Favour Oyhou was arrested for allegedly killing her lover, identified as Paul Handsome.The Command's Deputy Public Relations Officer, ASP Jennifer Iwegbu, disclosed this in a statement on Tuesday.Iwegbu said the murder suspect after stabbing her victim, fled to Auchi where she committed the crime.The statement partly read, 'The Edo State Police Command in
read more...
Nigeria Labour Congress Holds Massive Protest In Enugu, Abia, Benue, Others Over University Lecturers' Strike
Tue, 26 Jul 2022
Thousands of workers in Enugu, Abia, Benue and Cross River states and members of civil society organisations have joined in the two-day nationwide protest by Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) in solidarity with the striking Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU).SaharaReporters reports that Labour members, associate unions, civil society groups gathered at New Market office of the Enugu NLC where the protest took off.Over 100 security agents with over 30 patrol vehicles are currently guarding
read more...
Certificate Forgery: Nigerian High Court Refuses To Stop Anti-Corruption Agency, ICPC From Prosecuting Bauchi Federal Lawmaker, Garba-Gololo
Tue, 26 Jul 2022
The Federal High Court in Abuja has declined to restrain the Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF), the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) or any prosecutorial agency from charging Mohammed Garba-Gololo with alleged certificate forgery.Garba-Gololo is the legislator representing Gamawa Federal Constituency of Bauchi State in the House of Representatives.Justice Taiwo Taiwo in a judgment delivered on July 25, 2022, held that the lawmaker failed to prove
read more...
Identities Of Presidential Military Guards Shot Dead By Terrorists In Abuja, Revealed
Tue, 26 Jul 2022
The identities of some of the Nigerian Army personnel attached to the Guards Brigade who lost their lives in an ambush by terrorists in Abuja have been revealed.SaharaReporters had reported that a captain of the Nigerian Army and two soldiers were killed by terrorists in the Bwari area of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, credible sources close to military high command confirmed on Monday.The deceased officers, who were attached to the Presidential Guards Brigade, were reportedly ambus
read more...
BREAKING: Terrorist Attacks In Nigeria's Capital, Abuja Force Body Of Benchers To Change Venue For Admission Of New Lawyers From Law School
Tue, 26 Jul 2022
The Nigerian Body of Benchers has changed the venue of the Call to Bar Ceremony for successful aspirants scheduled for Wednesday, July 27, 2022, over the state of insecurity in the nation's capital, Abuja.The Body of Benchers is a professional body concerned with the admission of prospective students into the Nigerian Law School. The body also regulates the legal profession in the country.The event was earlier scheduled to hold on the premises of the Nigerian Law School in Bwari, but it has
read more...
Insecurity Under Buhari Government Is Planned, Those Threatening Blood For Baboons, Dogs Responsible For Nigeria's Security Crisis ' Satguru Maharaj Ji
Tue, 26 Jul 2022
The founder of One Love Family, Satguru Maharaj Ji in the first part of this exclusive interview with SaharaReporters alleged that politicians threatening violence if power did not return to the North ahead of the 2015 presidential election should be blamed for the worsening insecurity in Nigeria.President Muhammadu Buhari came to power in 2015 with a change mantra. What type of change would you say Buhari and the All Progressives Congress government have given to Nigerians at this point'I
read more...
Law Firm Petitions Nigerian Deputy Police Inspector-General Over Alleged Killing Of Man By Policemen Guarding Smartbricks Property Boss, Duke Solomon
Tue, 26 Jul 2022
Ibile Partners, a law firm situated in Lagos State has accused police escorts attached to Duke Solomon, the Managing Director of Smartbricks Property of allegedly killing a man identified as Marcus over a land dispute in the state.The law firm in a petition to the Deputy Inspector General of Police accused the Deputy Commissioner in charge of the Lagos State Command of trying to pervert the course of justice by 'detaining the investigation officer from Noforija Police Station, and in return
read more...
Buhari Writes Senate To Confirm Ariwoola As Chief Justice Of Nigeria
Tue, 26 Jul 2022
President Muhammadu Buhari on Tuesday wrote to the Senate seeking confirmation of the acting Chief Justice of the Federation, Justice Olukayode Ariwoola, as the substantive Chief Justice of Nigeria.The letter from President Buhari was read on the Senate floor by the Senate President, Ahmad Lawan, during Tuesday's plenary.Buhari pointed out that his letter was pursuant to Section 1(1) of the 1999 Constitution of Federal Republic of Nigeria.Justice Ariwoola became the acting CJN last month fo
read more...
Nigerian Police Kill Six Gunmen Who Kidnapped Private University Student In Cross River
Tue, 26 Jul 2022
The Nigeria Police Force, Cross River Command, has said that its operatives on Monday killed six suspected gunmen who kidnapped a student of a private university, Arthur Jarvis University, last Tuesday in the state.The Police Public Relations Officer, SP Irene Ugbo, who confirmed the development on Tuesday said that the criminals were killed during a gun duel with a police team.The police spokesperson said that the police team was relentless soon after the incident, and had to unleash its dragne
read more...
I Never Stepped Down For Governor Umahi, I Am Still In The Race ' Ebonyi Aspirant, Agom-Eze
Tue, 26 Jul 2022
The All Progressives Congress (APC) Senatorial aspirant in Ebonyi State, Mrs. Ann Agom-Eze, has said that she still remains the party's candidate for the Ebonyi South Senatorial District.Speaking with The Guardian on Monday in Abakaliki, Agom-Eze insisted that she was still in the race and had never accepted any gift from Governor David Umahi to step down for him.Recall that there was rumour which made the rounds that Agom-Eze collected N40 million Toyota Prado Jeep, a house, cash and lande
read more...
How My Career Almost Ended When I Got Injured In Nigeria ' Gold Medallist, Tobi Amusan Recalls Early Challenges
Tue, 26 Jul 2022
A Nigerian twitter user, Ayanfe Beloved Adeyemi, has featured an interview with Nigerian hold medallist female athlete, Tobi Amusan, who broke world record at the World Athletics Championship Women's 100m Hurdles in Oregon.Adeyemi berated the Nigerian government for 'suddenly celebrating' Amusan, when she won the first ever Gold medal at the event.Like many young Nigerians whose morale was killed while trying to build their talents within the Nigerian shores, Adeyemi said that the
read more...
Buhari Government Gets Information Before Terrorist Attacks, Received 44 Security Reports Before Kuje Prison Attack ' House Of Reps Deputy Speaker, Wase
Tue, 26 Jul 2022
The Deputy Speaker House of Representatives, Ahmed Idris Wase, Tuesday, revealed that the Department of State Services (DSS) presented 44 security reports to Nigerian authorities before the Kuje Prison attack in Abuja.The Deputy Speaker disclosed this while contributing to a proposed motion to halt the planned ban on the use of motorcycles across the nation by the President Muhammadu Buhari-led Nigerian government.According to Daily Trust, the motion was presented by Abubakar Makki Yelleman (All
read more...
Nigerian Labour Congress, Students Troop Out In Bayelsa As Governor Diri Meets Protesters
Tue, 26 Jul 2022
The Bayelsa State Governor, Senator Douye Diri on Tuesday met with the protesting Nigerian Labour Congress members and university students over the lingering university lecturers' strike.Diri assured the workers that the government would ensure that the protracted university lecturers' strike was quickly resolved.Among the unions which joined the NLC solidarity protest was the Niger Delta Students Union."We are participating in this National protest that has been organised by the
read more...
Boko Haram, ISWAP Terrorists Mobilising Fighters, Heavy Weapons To Attack President Buhari's State, Katsina; Bandits Planning Attacks On Lagos, Abuja, Others ' Nigerian Security Agency, NSCDC
Tue, 26 Jul 2022
File photo used to illustrate story.The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has stated that Boko Haram and Islamic State for West Africa Province (ISWAP) terrorists have mobilised to attack President Muhammadu Buhari's home state, Katsina.Another intelligence report revealed plans by two bandit groups to attack Lagos, Federal Capital Territory,Katsina, Zamfara, Kaduna, and Kogi.File photo used to illustrate story.The NSCDC said from the intelligence gathered, terrorists had equ
read more...
Nigerian Senate Confirms Mohammed Bello As Chairman Of Revenue Mobilisation Allocation And Fiscal Commission
Tue, 26 Jul 2022
The Senate, on Tuesday, confirmed Mohammed Bello as the Chairman of the Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission.Bello's confirmation was sequel to the consideration of a report by the Committee on National Planning and Economic Affairs.In his presentation, the Chairman of the Committee, Senator Olubunmi Adetunmbi said, "from the available documents and the presentation made to the Committee, the nominee satisfies the requirement for appointment as the Chairman of Revenue
read more...
U.S. Airport Shooter, Odufuwa Once Claimed She Was God's Prophet, Married To Chris Brown, Angry Her Husband Allegedly Had An Affair ' Police
Tue, 26 Jul 2022
Portia Odufuwa, the woman suspected of opening fire at the Dallas Love Field Airport Monday, has accused her husband of having illicit affairs, according to the Dallas Police.Odufuwa said it was her husband's infidelity that upset her to cause chaos on Monday.Dallas police said she had been dropped off at the airport and entered the terminal. 'Odufuwa went inside a women's restroom and a short time later came out into the ticket counter area and fired a weapon several times,
read more...
National Strike Looms If Nigerian Government Fails To End University Lecturers' Agitations After Our Two-Day Protest ' Nigerian Labour Congress
Tue, 26 Jul 2022
NLC President, Ayuba Wabba.The President of the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC), Ayuba Wabba, has warned the President Muhammadu Buhari-led government that the union after the two-day protest against the ongoing Academic Staff Union of Universities' strike may declare a nationwide industrial action.Wabba, who spoke while featuring on Channels TV on Tuesday, said that the union members were directly affected by the ASUU strike as most of their children were at home.NLC President, Ayuba Wabba.
read more...
ASUU Strike: Nigerian Labour Congress Warns Buhari Government Over New Version Of #EndSARS Uprising
Tue, 26 Jul 2022
The Nigerian Labour Congress, NLC, has warned the Federal Government against provoking the people to embark on another round of nationwide protests as witnessed during the #EndSARS protest in October 2020.The NLC urged the government to quickly take steps to resolve the ongoing industrial actions by staff unions in the nation's tertiary institutions.The Chairperson of the Lagos Council of the NLC, Mrs Funmi Sessy, gave the warning during the solidarity rally organised by the Congress in sup
read more...
Nigerian Workers, NLC Protest Grounds Activities In Oyo, Edo, Kano, Kaduna, Others
Tue, 26 Jul 2022
The Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) on Tuesday began its two-day nationwide protest in solidarity with the strike action of the Academic Staff Union of Universities.Members of the Nigeria Labour Congress are presently protesting in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, in solidarity with the strike action of ASUU.The protest is also being held in other states such as Kaduna, Edo, Kano, and Lagos states.It has reportedly grounded government and official activities across the states as photographs of the
read more...
Falana Joins Nigerian Labour Congress Protest As Security Operatives Cordon Lagos State Secretariat
Tue, 26 Jul 2022
Human rights lawyer, Femi Falana, SAN, on Tuesday joined the protest organised by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) in solidarity with the striking Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) which commenced in Lagos State.SaharaReporters had earlier reported that there was heavy presence of security operatives including policemen at the venue to prevent breach or attack on the protesters by thugs.It was learnt that labour members, other unions, civil society groups gathered at under bridge axis
read more...
Ex-US President, Trump Returns To Washington Two Years After Election Loss
Tue, 26 Jul 2022
Donald TrumpUnited States' former President, Donald Trump, will return to Washington on Tuesday for the first time since leaving office, delivering a policy speech before an allied think-tank that has been crafting an agenda for a possible second term.According to CNN, Trump will address the America First Policy Institute's two-day America First Agenda Summit as some advisers urged him to spend more time talking about his vision for the future and less time re-litigating the 2020 elect
read more...
Lagos Government Approves Four Days As Work-Free To Enable Residents Get Voter Cards
Tue, 26 Jul 2022
Permanent Voters Card (PVC) The Lagos State Government has approved four days as work-free for civil servants in the state to get their Permanent Voters Card (PVCs) against the July 31 deadline by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu disclosed this in a statement signed by the Head of Service, Hakeem Muri-Okunola, on Monday, noting that the work free days begin from Tuesday, July 26 till Friday, July 29.Permanent Voters Card (PVC)Guardian Nigeria
read more...
BREAKING: Illegal Task Force Officials Arrested in Lagos For Disrupting Nigerian Labour Congress Protest
Tue, 26 Jul 2022
Security operatives have arrested some illegal task force officials during the protest organised by the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) in solidarity with the striking Academic Staff Union of Universities(ASUU) in Lagos on Tuesday.The task force officials, including a driver and other team members, created a scene after arresting an offender.The illegal task force officials were later arrested and have been taken to the police station, The Nation reports.It was learnt that the scene created by th
read more...
Identities Of Terrorists' Leaders, Who Attacked Nigerian Army Personnel In Bwari, Plan Attacks On Worship Centres In Abuja, Revealed
Tue, 26 Jul 2022
Some terrorists who planned to attack the Nigerian Law School in Abuja and later ambushed some Nigerian Army personnel in Bwari, the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, were led by two kingpins.According to Daily Nigerian, the terrorists were led by two banditry kingpins, Kachalla Ali Kawaje and Kachalla Dansadi.Kawaje, who controls hundreds of fighters in Kuyambana Forest, which stretches across Zamfara, Kebbi, Kaduna and Niger states, was responsible for shooting down a Nigerian Air Force jet on
read more...
Atiku, Others Have No Business In Government, They Should Retire And Face The Consequences Of Darkness They Brought To Nigeria'Sowore
Tue, 26 Jul 2022
Omoyele Sowore, the presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC), has told the presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, Atiku Abubakar and others who have been in the corridors of power since 1999 to retire and face the consequences of darkness they brought to Nigeria.Sowore said this during an interview on Arise TV on Sunday while reacting to the former Vice President's statement that Sowore doesn't understand the issues affecting Nigeria's power sec
read more...
Nigerian Police Storm Labour House In Adamawa Over 'Solidarity Protest' With University Lecturers, ASUU
Tue, 26 Jul 2022
The Adamawa State Commissioner of Police, Sikiru Akande, on Tuesday led a heavy detachment of policemen to the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) House, venue for takeoff of today's nationwide protest in solidarity with the striking university lecturers.SaharaReporters sighted fierce looking armed policemen with their long convoy of personnel carrier and gun trucks in front of the gate leading into the Labour House.It was gathered that the Commissioner of Police was inside the building, engaging
read more...
BREAKING: Massive Protest In Lagos As Nigerian Labour Congress Begins Solidarity Strike With University Lecturers, ASUU
Tue, 26 Jul 2022
The protest organised by the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) in solidarity with the striking Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has commenced in Lagos State.There is heavy presence of security operatives including the police and others are at the venue to prevent breach or attack on the protesters by thugs.It was learnt that labour members, other unions, civil society groups gathered at under bridge axis in Ikeja.The vehicular movements towards the protest venue have also been disrupted.
read more...
Nine Farmers Killed In Benue Community While I Was Away On Foreign Trip ' Governor Ortom
Tue, 26 Jul 2022
Governor Samuel OrtomNo fewer than nine farmers have been reportedly killed at their various farms in the Guma Local Government Area of Benue State.This was made known on Monday by Governor Samuel Ortom, while briefing journalists in Makurdi, blaming armed herders for the killings.Governor Samuel OrtomThe governor explained that the incident happened recently while he was away from the state on a trip outside the country.While he expressed worry that the terrorists were hindering the farmers fro
read more...
Appoint Resident Electoral Commissioners With Integrity, Neutrality In 10 Vacant States ' Civil Societies Tell Buhari
Tue, 26 Jul 2022
Some civil society organisations in Nigeria have called on President Muhammadu Buhari to stop further delay in the nomination and appointment of Resident Electoral Commissioners (RECs) into the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to replace 10 states whose tenure of their RECs ended.The group stated that further delay in the appointment would undermine the preparations for the 2023 general elections as well as diminish public confidence in the electoral process.The affected states w
read more...
Why I Refused To Become US Citizen ' AfDB President, Adesina
Tue, 26 Jul 2022
The President of the African Development Bank (AfDB), Dr Akinwumi Adesina, has said that Nigerians in diaspora excel and lead in various endeavour because the gene of excellence is programmed into them.Adesina, who stated this in his speech delivered at Nigeria's Diaspora Day Celebration delivered virtually, stated that Nigerians had an incredible capacity to adapt in any environment and to thrive against all odds.The Nigerian former Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development, revealed h
read more...
Some Wealthy Nigerians Smuggle Aviation Fuel, Jet A-1 To Other West African Countries, Cause Shortage In Nigeria ' Senate
Tue, 26 Jul 2022
The Nigerian Senate committee has revealed that some corrupt and wealthy Nigerians are stealing and exporting the aviation fuel, Jet A-1 to neighbouring West African countries which is the reason for the scarcity in the country.The senator representing Kogi West Senatorial District and the Chairman of the Senate Aviation Committee, Senator Smart Adeyemi, said this in an interview with PUNCH, adding that the situation had added to the problem of lack of refineries that the country had been battli
read more...
Explosion In Borno As Boko Haram's Bomb Kills Eight Persons
Tue, 26 Jul 2022
Eight persons were on Monday killed after an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) planted by the Boko Haram terrorists exploded in the North-East of the Bama Local Government Area of Borno State.The men, said to be repentant Boko Haram members, reportedly sneaked out of Bama to deal in scrap metals with some terrorists in a market known as 'Daula' on the outskirts of Goniri village before the incident happened.The former terrorists, who were among the 1,000 reintegrated into the community
read more...
Alleged Organ Trafficking: UK Court Grants Beatrice Ekweremadu Stringent Bail, Orders Nigerian Senator To Remain In Prison
Tue, 26 Jul 2022
A United Kingdom court has granted former Nigerian Deputy Senate President, Ike Ekweremadu's wife, Beatrice, bail under stringent conditions.Beatrice Ekweremadu was granted bail by the London court on Monday, over a month after she was held by the UK police on charges of human trafficking and organ harvesting.Ekweremadu was arrested alongside her husband on June 23 by the police, claiming they tried to traffic a minor to illegally harvest his organ.The claim that the alleged victim was subs
read more...
Terrorists Kill Nigerian Army Captain, Two Soldiers After Failed Attack On Abuja Law School
Tue, 26 Jul 2022
File photo used to illustrate story.A captain of the Nigerian Army and two soldiers have been killed by terrorists in the Bwari area of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, credible sources close to military high command confirmed on Monday.The captain and the two soldiers were attached to the 7 Guards Brigade of the Nigerian Army, Daily Trust reports.File photo used to illustrate story.SaharaReporters had on Monday reported that the troops of the Elite Guards Brigade foiled an attack by
read more...
BREAKING: After Threatening To Kidnap Buhari, Gov El-Rufai, Terrorists Attack Millennium City Settlement In Kaduna, Abduct Scores Of Residents
Tue, 26 Jul 2022
Terrorists, locally dubbed bandits, have again struck the New Millennium City Settlement, in the Chikun Local Government Area of Kaduna State, kidnapping scores of residents.SaharaReporters learnt on Tuesday morning that the attackers invaded the area on Monday night and carried out their operation for hours.Only three weeks ago, the terrorists attacked Sabon Gero community in the New Millennium City Settlement, killing a joint task force commander and a resident.They also abducted 16 other memb
read more...
BREAKING: Terrorists Release More Abducted Kaduna Train Passengers After Over 3 Months Of Torture
Tue, 26 Jul 2022
Terrorists have released more hostages from the Abuja-Kaduna train passengers abducted on March 28, 2022.SaharaReporters learnt the victims were released early Tuesday morning, but the number of those released could not be ascertained at the moment.One of those released was identified as Mrs Ojo."Mrs Ojo was rescued today, thank God, but the country remains a mess," a relation told SaharaReporters on Tuesday morning."Some Kaduna train victims reportedly rescued early today."T
read more...
International Agency, DFC Signs $280million Loan Deal To Boost Small Businesses In Nigeria
Tue, 26 Jul 2022
The International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) has signed a $280million loan deal with the Access Bank to boost small businesses in Nigeria.The deal was signed on Monday by DFC Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Scott Nathan and Access Bank Managing Director, Roosevelt Ogbonna, during Nathan's visit to West Africa.Confirming the deal in a statement signed by the U.S. Consulate General in Nigeria, the US commission said, 'The loan will help address the financing gap for small- and
read more...
Nigerian Police Detain Media Personnel In Abuja Over Petition By Senator Bwacha
Tue, 26 Jul 2022
Chief Executive Officer of Rock FM Jalingo, Ayodele OloyeThe Nigeria Police Force has detained the Chief Executive Officer of Rock FM Jalingo, Ayodele Oloye, at the Force Criminal Investigation Department, FCID, Abuja.It was gathered Oloye was detained because of a petition by the lawmaker representing the Taraba South Senatorial District, Senator Emmanuel Bwacha.Chief Executive Officer of Rock FM Jalingo, Ayodele OloyeBwacha had earlier submitted a petition to the police to investigate the jour
read more...
Persons With Disabilities Storm Benue Government House, Defy Rain To Protest Unemployment, Non-Payment Of Bursaries By Ortom-led Administration
Tue, 26 Jul 2022
A group of people living with disabilities, under the platform of the National Association of People Living with Disabilities, Benue State Chapter, on Monday, stormed the Benue State Government's House to protest the lack of employment opportunities and nonpayment of bursary allowances to their members.The members of the association were seen gathering in large numbers in front of the state government house.SaharaReporters gathered that the protesters were at the Government House since 10am
read more...
"Ashewo season" Maureen Esisi writes as she shows off skin in skimpy two-piece - Linda Ikeji
Wed, 23 Nov 2022
"Ashewo season" Maureen Esisi writes as she shows off skin in skimpy two-piece
read more...
"Divorce is not something to celebrate. It is failure" Justin Dean says after Korra Obidi took to Facebook to celebrate their divorce - Linda Ikeji
Wed, 23 Nov 2022
"Divorce is not something to celebrate. It is failure" Justin Dean says after Korra Obidi took to Facebook to celebrate their divorce
read more...
"France was in denial, Germany wanted a quick Russian Win'' - Boris Johnson slams European countries for their attitude towards Ukraine before Russia's invasion - Linda Ikeji
Wed, 23 Nov 2022
"France was in denial, Germany wanted a quick Russian Win'' - Boris Johnson slams European countries for their attitude towards Ukraine before Russia's invasion
read more...
17 Dead, 4 Injured In Kwali-Abaji Auto Crash - Information Nigeria
Wed, 23 Nov 2022
Seventeen persons have been confirmed dead while four others were injured in an auto crash along Kwali-Abaji expressway in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, on Tuesday. This information was provided in a statement made in Abuja by Bisi Kazeem, the Assistant Corps Marshal and Corps Public Education Officer. She said the crash, which occurred in []The post 17 Dead, 4 Injured In Kwali-Abaji Auto Crash appeared first on Information Nigeria.
read more...
2022 World Cup: England suffer Harry Kane injury blow ahead of USA clash - Kemi Filani
Wed, 23 Nov 2022
England manager, Gareth Southgate, has received an injury scare with captain Harry Kane to undergo an ankle scan. Kane looked to be in considerable pain following Morteza Pouraliganjis tackle in the second half of Mondays victory against Iran. The Three Lions stayed on the pitch until the 75th minute when he was replaced by Callum [...]The post 2022 World Cup: England suffer Harry Kane injury blow ahead of USA clash appeared first on Kemi Filani News.
read more...
2022 World Cup: Giroud equals Thierry Henrys France goals record - Kemi Filani
Wed, 23 Nov 2022
France striker, Olivier Giroud, equalled Thierry Henrys all-time goals record for France on Tuesday, after scoring a brace in their 4-1 win over Australia in their Group D opener. Craig Goodwin opened the scoring in the ninth minute and gave the Socceroos a shock lead. But the defending champions soon roared to life and by [...]The post 2022 World Cup: Giroud equals Thierry Henrys France goals record appeared first on Kemi Filani News.
read more...
2023 Polls: Stop Peddling Fake News ' FG Warns Opposition Parties - Information Nigeria
Wed, 23 Nov 2022
The Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed has identified fake news as the biggest threat to the 2023 elections. Warning opposition parties against peddling fake news to woo voters, he disclosed that fake news has been targeted at the presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Mohammed, who made []The post 2023 Polls: Stop Peddling Fake News ' FG Warns Opposition Parties appeared first on Information Nigeria.
read more...
37 Passengers Burnt Beyond Recognition As Fire Guts 3 Cars In Borno - Information Nigeria
Wed, 23 Nov 2022
Two Hummer buses and a golf saloon were involved in a car accident that left at least 37 people completely burned along the Maiduguri/Damaturu road, not far from Jakana community. According to Vanguard, the Assistant Corps Marshal Rotimi Adeleye, the Zone 12 Zonal Commander of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), revealed this in Bauchi []The post 37 Passengers Burnt Beyond Recognition As Fire Guts 3 Cars In Borno appeared first on Information Nigeria.
read more...
A new trailer for 'Avatar: The Way of Water' is here - CNN
Wed, 23 Nov 2022
"Avatar: The Way of Water," the long-awaited sequel to "Avatar," looks full of underwater adventure.
read more...
Afropop artiste: Nigerian music industry now creating room for diversity - The Cable
Wed, 23 Nov 2022
Leonard Eze Onwuka, a fast-rising Nigerian Afropop artiste popularly known as LB, says the music industry in the country is now creating room for diversity. Speaking on Tuesday, in Lagos,0 commentRead Full Article
read more...
Anambra Youths Threaten To Turn Govt. House To Refuse Site If Soludo Doesn't Retract Statement About Obi - Information Nigeria
Wed, 23 Nov 2022
The Igbo youths have threatened to fill Anambra Government House with refuse over Governor Chukwuma Soludo's uncomplimentary remarks against the presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi. They made this statement on the platform of Coalition of South East Youth Leaders (COSEYL) in Owerri on Monday. COSEYL, which expressed disappointment in Soludo over the []The post Anambra Youths Threaten To Turn Govt. House To Refuse Site If Soludo Doesnt Retract Statement About Obi appeared f
read more...
Any man who truly loves you, will borrow money to marry you without stories Christabel Egbenya to women - Kemi Filani
Wed, 23 Nov 2022
Nollywood actress Christabel Egbenya has advised single ladies on how to know if their man is serious about settling down with them. The newly married mother of one via her YouTube channel stated that when a man is in love with a lady, and intends marriage, he goes as far as taking loans to achieve [...]The post Any man who truly loves you, will borrow money to marry you without stories Christabel Egbenya to women appeared first on Kemi Filani News.
read more...
APC Used The Picture I Took When I Was 12 Years, As 'Young Tinubu' In Their Documentaries ' Donald Duke Laments - Information Nigeria
Wed, 23 Nov 2022
Former governor of Cross River state, Donald Duke has claimed that his photograph was used in various documentaries to depict the childhood of Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the All Progressive Congress presidential candidate. At a recent roundtable hosted by the Front Fort Media Initiative and the MacArthur Foundation in Lagos, Duke shared this shocking revelation to []The post APC Used The Picture I Took When I Was 12 Years, As Young Tinubu In Their Documentaries Donald Duke Laments appeared first on Inf
read more...
Ashley Tisdale net worth, age, wiki, family, biography and latest updates - Kemi Filani
Wed, 23 Nov 2022
Ashley Tisdale net worth, age, wiki, family, biography and latest updates. Ashley Tisdale is an award-winning actress, film producer, and singer from the United States. She rose to prominence in the Disney Channel sitcom The Suite Life of Zack and Cody as Maddle Fitzpatrick. Sharpay Evans in the High School Musical Film Series also gave [...]The post Ashley Tisdale net worth, age, wiki, family, biography and latest updates appeared first on Kemi Filani News.
read more...
BBNaijas Angel Smith reveals why she cant have one boyfriend - Kemi Filani
Wed, 23 Nov 2022
Big Brother Naija shine ya eyes former housemateAngel Smithhasrevealed why she cant have one boyfriend. Taking to her Twitter page, the reality tv star said it is her wish to have only one boyfriend, however, whenever she thinks about single men and how lonely they are, she feels sad for them. Angels thoughts vividly reveal [...]The post BBNaijas Angel Smith reveals why she cant have one boyfriend appeared first on Kemi Filani News.
read more...
Benue youths, masquerades protest molestation of innocent citizens by Ado council boss - Kemi Filani
Wed, 23 Nov 2022
Benue youths, masquerades protest molestation of innocent citizens by Ado council boss Youths in Ado Local Government Area of Benue State on Tuesday staged a protest against the incessant molestation of innocent citizens over their political views by the council Chairman, Hon. James Oche. The youths who were joined by women as well as masquerades [...]The post Benue youths, masquerades protest molestation of innocent citizens by Ado council boss appeared first on Kemi Filani News.
read more...
Buhari To Unveil New Naira Notes Wednesday ' CBN - Information Nigeria
Wed, 23 Nov 2022
Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) governor, Godwin Emefiele, has disclosed that the new naira notes will now be introduced tomorrow, Wednesday, November 23, as opposed to the earlier date of December 15, 2022. Emefiele disclosed this during the apex bank's Monetary Policy Committee monthly meeting in Abuja on Tuesday. Emefiele expects that by January 31, []The post Buhari To Unveil New Naira Notes Wednesday CBN appeared first on Information Nigeria.
read more...
CBN Increases Interest Rate To 16.5% To Curb Inflation - Information Nigeria
Wed, 23 Nov 2022
The Central Bank of Nigeria increased its benchmark lending rate on Tuesday to 16.5% in an ongoing effort to curb inflation and relieve pressure on the naira. Godwin Emefiele, governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), made this known at the end of the Monetary Policy Committee meeting in Abuja. The CBN said previous []The post CBN Increases Interest Rate To 16.5% To Curb Inflation appeared first on Information Nigeria.
read more...
China Seeks Collaboration Between Nollywood, Asian Movie Industries - Information Nigeria
Wed, 23 Nov 2022
China through its ambassador to Nigeria, Cui Jinachun, has called for collaboration between Nollywood and Asian film industries to create works that would promote harmony and unity between Africa and Asia. Jinachun made this known at the opening of the Fourth Asian Film Festival and movie screening in Abuja on Monday. He also proposed organising []The post China Seeks Collaboration Between Nollywood, Asian Movie Industries appeared first on Information Nigeria.
read more...
Cuban Singer Pablo Milanes Dies In Madrid At 79 - Channels TV
Wed, 23 Nov 2022
Acclaimed Cuban singer, songwriter and guitarist Pablo Milanes died early Tuesday in Spain, where he had been hospitalized in recent days, his agent said. He was 79. It is with great pain and sadness that we inform you that the maestro Pablo Milanes died this morning, November 22, in Madrid, his agency said on Continue reading Cuban Singer Pablo Milanes Dies In Madrid At 79
read more...
Delta Received N44.7bn Out Of N240bn From 13% Derivation ' Commissioner - Information Nigeria
Wed, 23 Nov 2022
As part of the payment due Delta State Government, it recieved only N44.7 billion out of the N240 billion from the 13 percent Derivation Fund owed by the Federal Government (FG). The State Commissioner for Finance, Fidelis Tilije, disclosed this while briefing newsmen at Government House, Asaba. The clarification comes against the backdrop of []The post Delta Received N44.7bn Out Of N240bn From 13% Derivation ' Commissioner appeared first on Information Nigeria.
read more...
DeMane Davis hasn't cried over the end of 'Queen Sugar' yet - CNN
Wed, 23 Nov 2022
Director DeMane Davis has been so busy, some things have yet to fully sink in.
read more...
Diana Ross net worth, age, wiki, family, biography and latest updates - Kemi Filani
Wed, 23 Nov 2022
Diana Ross net worth, age, wiki, family, biography and latest updates. Diana Ross is a singer, songwriter, actress, and record producer from the United States. Ross is best known as the lead singer of The Supremes, a popular 1960s singing group. She rose to international prominence as the leader of the vocal group the Supremes [...]The post Diana Ross net worth, age, wiki, family, biography and latest updates appeared first on Kemi Filani News.
read more...
Dollar (USD) to Naira Black Market Exchange Rate Today 23rd November 2022 - Kemi Filani
Wed, 23 Nov 2022
Dollar (USD) to Naira Black Market Exchange Rate today Looking at the Dollar to Naira Exchange rate at the black market today, 23rd November 2022. The parallel market rate is between770and785. See todays Dollar to Naira exchange rate. You convert your dollar to Naira at these rates, or you convert your dollar to Naira [...]The post Dollar (USD) to Naira Black Market Exchange Rate Today 23rd November 2022 appeared first on Kemi Filani News.
read more...
Donnie Wahlberg net worth, age, wiki, family, biography and latest updates - Kemi Filani
Wed, 23 Nov 2022
Donnie Wahlberg net worth, age, wiki, family, biography and latest updates. Donald Edmond Wahlberg Jr. (born August 17, 1969) is an American actor, singer, director, and producer better known as Donnie Wahlberg. He rose to prominence as a member of the boy band New Kids on the Block. He is also well-known for his roles [...]The post Donnie Wahlberg net worth, age, wiki, family, biography and latest updates appeared first on Kemi Filani News.
read more...
Eastern Nigeria Intl Film Festival holds Nov. 29 - The Sun
Wed, 23 Nov 2022
From Okwe Obi, Abuja Barring any last minute change, Organizers of Eastern Nigeria International Film Festival (ENIFF) has said the third edition of the film event will hold in Enugu State, from November 29 to December 2, with new innovations. Since its inception in 2020, ENIFF has attracted over four thousand submissions from creative filmmakers []The post Eastern Nigeria Intl Film Festival holds Nov. 29 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.
read more...
Employment fraud: NSCDC officer bags 7-year jail term - Linda Ikeji
Wed, 23 Nov 2022
Employment fraud: NSCDC officer bags 7-year jail term
read more...
EPL: Man Utd put up for sale by Glazer family - Kemi Filani
Wed, 23 Nov 2022
The Glazer family, owners of Manchester United, have said they are open to selling the club. This was confirmed in an official statement on Tuesday. The Americans noted they are exploring strategic alternatives including new investment or a full sale. The Glazers completed their takeover in 2005, but have faced fierce opposition to their ownership [...]The post EPL: Man Utd put up for sale by Glazer family appeared first on Kemi Filani News.
read more...
FG debunks claim of international passport booklet shortage - Linda Ikeji
Wed, 23 Nov 2022
FG debunks claim of international passport booklet shortage
read more...
Fulani herdsmen invade Rivers community, kill two and injure others - Linda Ikeji
Wed, 23 Nov 2022
Fulani herdsmen invade Rivers community, kill two and injure others
read more...
How I lost everything after Eko project Ara - Punch
Wed, 23 Nov 2022
The international African female talking drummer, Aralola Olamuyiwa, has narrated how she lost everything after she abandoned her Eko inspire me project. Ara, as she is fondly called said she was homeless and hopeless in 2019 after selling her four cars and moving out of her house. She said this on Tuesday during a courtesy Read More
read more...
I still love Manchester United Ronaldo - Kemi Filani
Wed, 23 Nov 2022
Cristiano Ronaldo has said he still loves Manchester United despite the club announcing the termination of the contract they have with him. In a statement late Tuesday, the English Premier League side said the 37-year-old will leave the club by mutual agreement and with immediate effect. In a statement on their website, the club thanked [...]The post I still love Manchester United Ronaldo appeared first on Kemi Filani News.
read more...
I Think About All The Single Men That Are Lonely And I Feel Sad For Them Bbnaijas Angel Smith Reveals Why She Cant Have Only One Boyfriend - Gistlover
Wed, 23 Nov 2022
BBNaija 2021 finalist, Angel Smith has once again managed to raise eyebrows as she reveals why she cant have only one boyfriend. The reality TV star took to her verified Instagram page today, November 22nd, 2022 where she made this known to all and sundry. According to Angel, She always wants to have only one []The post I Think About All The Single Men That Are Lonely And I Feel Sad For Them Bbnaijas Angel Smith Reveals Why She Cant Have Only One Boyfriend appeared first on Gistlover.
read more...
I think Im done having kids, says Nick Cannon ahead of 12th - The Cable
Wed, 23 Nov 2022
Nick Cannon, the American TV host who is also a singer, says he might be done with having kids.0 commentRead Full Article
read more...
Investors gain as equity market sustains positive sentiment - Kemi Filani
Wed, 23 Nov 2022
Bulls kept control of the local bourse as trading on the floor of the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) ended the day with a gain of N145 billion in market capitalization. The All Share Index (ASI), which closed at 44,929.33 points, increased by 0.59%. The market capitalization increased by N145 billion in the same vein. The stock [...]The post Investors gain as equity market sustains positive sentiment appeared first on Kemi Filani News.
read more...
Is This Not Medicine after Death Sophia Momodu Dragged Over Recent Apology Because Of Imades Birthday Post to Davido - Gistlover
Wed, 23 Nov 2022
Following the public apology by is first babymama, Sophia Momodu, many have taken to comment section to slam her. Imade had penned a short message to mark his 30th birthday on, November 21st, 2022 through her mother Sophia Momodu . The singers first daughter also paid a tribute to her late brother, Ifeanyi Adeleke. Seven []The post Is This Not Medicine after Death Sophia Momodu Dragged Over Recent Apology Because Of Imades Birthday Post to Davido appeared first on Gistlover.
read more...
James Cameron almost didn't choose Leonardo DiCaprio or Kate Winslet to star in 'Titanic - CNN
Wed, 23 Nov 2022
James Cameron is sharing some surprising details from the making of his blockbuster hit "Titanic," which celebrates 25 years of being released next month.
read more...
Jeffrey Epstein tried to lure Prince Andrew to extort Queen Elizabeth, princes crisis adviser claims - Linda Ikeji
Wed, 23 Nov 2022
Jeffrey Epstein tried to lure Prince Andrew to extort Queen Elizabeth, princes crisis adviser claims
read more...
Korra Obidi trends as she attempts to break the internet with racy photo - Linda Ikeji
Wed, 23 Nov 2022
Korra Obidi trends as she attempts to break the internet with racy photo
read more...
Lafarge and MTNN increase in value by N78.78 billion in single day - Kemi Filani
Wed, 23 Nov 2022
Investors are advised by analysts to look for dividend-paying stocks with sound fundamentals. Lafarge Africa Plc and MTN Nigeria Plc recorded a gain of N78.783 billion or 1.81% during todays trading as positive sentiment persisted in the equity market for the second trading day despite economic volatility. Even though the CBNs Monetary Committee increased the [...]The post Lafarge and MTNN increase in value by N78.78 billion in single day appeared first on Kemi Filani News.
read more...
Lionel Messi admits Argentina have 'no excuses' after their 36-game unbeaten run came to an end following 2 - 1 defeat to Saudi Arabia - Linda Ikeji
Wed, 23 Nov 2022
Lionel Messi admits Argentina have 'no excuses' after their 36-game unbeaten run came to an end following 2 - 1 defeat to Saudi Arabia
read more...
Love Actually' cast to reunite for 20th anniversary TV special - CNN
Wed, 23 Nov 2022
One of the most beloved modern Christmas classics is turning 20 next year, and to mark the occasion, cast members from the landmark 2003 romantic comedy "Love Actually" are reuniting for a TV special to air on ABC next week, the network announced Tuesday.
read more...
Man United Terminate Cristiano Ronaldo's Contract - Information Nigeria
Wed, 23 Nov 2022
English side Manchester United have terminated Cristiano Ronaldos contract by mutual consent after his ground-shaking interview with Piers Morgan. Manchester United said: Cristiano Ronaldo is to leave Manchester United by mutual agreement, with immediate effect. The club thanks him for his immense contribution across two spells at Old Trafford, scoring 145 goals in 346 appearances, []The post Man United Terminate Cristiano Ronaldos Contract appeared first on Information Nigeria.
read more...
Manchester United sacks Cristiano Ronaldo with immediate effect after his bombshell interview - Linda Ikeji
Wed, 23 Nov 2022
Manchester United sacks Cristiano Ronaldo with immediate effect after his bombshell interview
read more...
Mary Remmy Njoku warns women to beware of abroad-based returnees this Christmas as she recounts personal story - Linda Ikeji
Wed, 23 Nov 2022
Mary Remmy Njoku warns women to beware of abroad-based returnees this Christmas as she recounts personal story
read more...
META deny claims Mark Zuckerberg is resigningasCEO - Linda Ikeji
Wed, 23 Nov 2022
META deny claims Mark Zuckerberg is resigningasCEO
read more...
Michelle Dede becomes Maid of Honour as Rita Dominic and Anosike wed this Saturday - Kemi Filani
Wed, 23 Nov 2022
This Saturday, November 26, in North Yorkshire, England, Nollywood superstar Rita Dominic and Dr. Fidelis Anosike, founder of Folio Media Group will host friends and family to their white wedding ceremony. Its going to be a weekend of picturesque activities including a marriage blessing to be held in a 900-year-old Abbey with a unique history. [...]The post Michelle Dede becomes Maid of Honour as Rita Dominic and Anosike wed this Saturday appeared first on Kemi Filani News.
read more...
N8.5m fraud: Court remands medical doctor in prison custody - Linda Ikeji
Wed, 23 Nov 2022
N8.5m fraud: Court remands medical doctor in prison custody
read more...
Nigerian gospel artiste loses his fiance in motor accident 11 days to their wedding - Linda Ikeji
Wed, 23 Nov 2022
Nigerian gospel artiste loses his fiance in motor accident 11 days to their wedding
read more...
Oil Theft: FG's Pipeline Surveillance Contract To Tompolo, An Indictment Against Security Agencies - Information Nigeria
Wed, 23 Nov 2022
The Senate on Tuesday, endorsed the N48billion oil pipeline surveillance contract by the Federal Government to Mr Government Ekpemupolo, alias Tompolo, a former Niger Delta militant leader. The Chairman, Senate Committee on Petroleum (Upstream), Sen. Bassey Albert Akpan, disclosed this on Tuesday in Abuja, to newsmen shortly after presenting the report of Senate ad hoc []The post Oil Theft: FG's Pipeline Surveillance Contract To Tompolo, An Indictment Against Security Agencies appeared firs
read more...
Pep Guardiola close to new Manchester City contract that will extend his stay at the club until 2025 - Linda Ikeji
Wed, 23 Nov 2022
Pep Guardiola close to new Manchester City contract that will extend his stay at the club until 2025
read more...
PHOTOS: Nkechi Blessing meets Ooni, says I havent laughed this hard in a long time - The Cable
Wed, 23 Nov 2022
Nkechi Blessing, the Nollywood actress, has paid a visit to Adeyeye Ogunwusi, the Ooni of Ife. 0 commentRead Full Article
read more...
Plateau assembly lawmaker dies - Linda Ikeji
Wed, 23 Nov 2022
Plateau assembly lawmaker dies
read more...
President Buhari to unveil new Naira notes on Wednesday - Emefiele - Linda Ikeji
Wed, 23 Nov 2022
President Buhari to unveil new Naira notes on Wednesday - Emefiele
read more...
Qatar 2022: We'll Not Give Up ' Messi Says After Argentina Loss To Saudi Arabia - Information Nigeria
Wed, 23 Nov 2022
Argentina captain Lionel Messi has declared that the teams 2-1 loss to Saudi Arabia in Tuesdays 2022 World Cup clash is a heavy blow but that they wont give up. Messis converted penalty gave Argentina the lead before two second-half goals from Saleh Al-Shehri and Salem Al-Dawsari helped Saudi pull off one of the biggest []The post Qatar 2022: Well Not Give Up Messi Says After Argentina Loss To Saudi Arabia appeared first on Information Nigeria.
read more...
Rema hits top 5 with Calm Down as Wizkids MLLE enters Billboard 200 - The Cable
Wed, 23 Nov 2022
Rema has cracked into the top five of Billboard 200 with Calm Down, his song with Selena Gomez.0 commentRead Full Article
read more...
Rickie Fowler net worth, age, wiki, family, biography and latest updates - Kemi Filani
Wed, 23 Nov 2022
Rickie Fowler net worth, age, wiki, family, biography and latest updates. Rick Yutaka Fowler is a PGA Tour professional golfer from the United States. In 2007, and 2008, he was the worlds top amateur golfer for 36 weeks. Rickie Fowler was born on December 13, 1988, making him 33 years old. Rickie is from Murrieta, [...]The post Rickie Fowler net worth, age, wiki, family, biography and latest updates appeared first on Kemi Filani News.
read more...
Rita Dominic & Fidelis Anosikes White Wedding is this Weekend in England - Bellanaija
Wed, 23 Nov 2022
This Saturday, in a stately manor in North Yorkshire, England, Nollywood superstar Rita Dominic and Dr. Fidelis Anosike, founder of Folio Media Group will host friends and family to their white wedding ceremony. Its going to be a weekend of picturesque activities including a marriage blessing to be held in a 900-year-old Abbey with a []The post Rita Dominic & Fidelis Anosikes White Wedding is this Weekend in England appeared first on BellaNaija - Showcasing Africa to the world. Read today!.
read more...
Rita Dominic and Fidelis Anosike to have their white wedding this weekend in England - Linda Ikeji
Wed, 23 Nov 2022
Rita Dominic and Fidelis Anosike to have their white wedding this weekend in England
read more...