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Japa: Resist Temptation To Abandon Nigeria, Fashola Begs Youths
Babatunde Fashola, former Minister of Power, Works and Housing, has asked Nigerian youths to stay back in the country rather than seeking green pasture abroad amid the economic hardship. Fashola, who said youths must be able to do something better for themselves, noted that an end must be put to the mass exodus of the country. The two-term Lagos governor spoke...
Deputy Speaker, Kalu Congratulates Ex-Abia Gov, Senator T. A. Orji On 74th Birthday
Deputy Speaker, House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu has congratulated the former Governor of Abia State, Senator Theodore Ahamefula Orji on his 74th birthday today. Appreciating God for the blessing of life, the Deputy Speaker who represents Bende Federal Constituency of Abia State described Senator Orji as a renowned statesman and devoted public servant who throughout his illustrious...
MC Oluomo Elected New NURTW National President
Former Chairman of the National Union of Road Transport Workers, Lagos State Chapter, Mr. Musiliu Akinsanya, was elected the new National President of the Union on Saturday. Akinsanya was the sole candidate in the election, which took place at the Union’s Zonal Secretariat along the Osogbo/Ikirun road. Delegates from the four Southwest states of Lagos, Ogun, Ondo, and Ekiti participated in...
Tinubu, NSA, Others Jet Out To Attend Arab-Islamic Summit In Saudi Arabia
President Bola Tinubu, alongside the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, Ministers and heads of agencies will, on Sunday, depart Abuja for Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, to attend the Joint Arab-Islamic Summit, scheduled to commence on Monday, November 11, 2024. The Summit is being held at the invitation of King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and follows last year’s summit...
FBI Nabs Newly Elected Anambra LG Chairman Over Alleged $3.3m Romance Scam
The newly elected chairman of Ogbaru LGA in Anambra state, Franklin Nwadialo has been arrested in Texas, United States (US), for allegedly running a $3.3m romance scam. The US department of justice confirmed his arrest in a statement. It noted that Nwadialo is facing a 14-count charge and risks a 20-year sentence if found guilty. The federal bureau of investigation (FBI)...
Eight Year Old Boy Rescued By NAPTIP In Akwa Ibom
Eight-year-old Divine Ibanga was saved by the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons after going missing for more than a year. The Uyo Zonal Commander for NAPTIP, Mr. Emmanuel Awhen, who made the disclosure in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria in Uyo on Saturday, confirmed that the boy had been reunited with his parents. Awhen...
I Am Not Gay — Desmond Elliot
Desmond Elliot, a seasoned politician and actor, has denied being gay, calling the accusation a flimsy publicity gimmick. In a recent interview with TVC, Elliot addressed the rumors, stating that he won’t give credence to unfounded accusations. He emphasized his focus on positively impacting lives rather than engaging with frivolous speculation. He noted that individuals should be free to make their own choices,...
Osinbajo Urges Tinubu To Pay Attention To Welfare Of Nigerians Amidst Hunger
Former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo has urged President Bola Tinubu to focus on improving Nigerians’ welfare as the country grapples with significant economic challenges. Speaking at the 2024 Women in Management, Business, and Public Service (WIMBIZ) conference, Osinbajo highlighted the urgent need for social welfare programs and accessible healthcare as Nigerians struggle with rising costs in essentials like food, transportation,...
EFCC Intends To Arrest Me Next Week — Gov. Obaseki
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission intends to arrest Edo State Governor Godwin Obaseki when his tenure ends on November 14. Speaking at the EdoBEST National Results-Sharing Session on Thursday in Abuja, Obaseki revealed he received information about the EFCC’s plan to arrest and detain him over alleged fraud. He, however, asserted that he is not afraid of any arrest or...
I’ve Paid N90bn Of N191bn Debt Inherited – Otti
Abia State Governor Alex Otti claimed that his government had settled N90BN of the N191.2BN debt that was left over from earlier administrations. Also, he disclosed that Abia had recorded $159 million foreign direct investment between June 2023 and June 2024 under his watch. Governor Otti said these during a media parley Thursday night in Umuahia. https://youtube.com/live/SAzrwTeL5F0 He also declared that his administration...
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