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Gov Sani Confirms Killing Of Notorious, Wanted Terrorist, Boderi In Kaduna
Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna State has confirmed the killing of a wanted terrorist and ruthless killer, Boderi Isyaku. Sani said Isyaku was neutralized in a gun duel alongside some of his fighters, by troops of the Nigerian Army in Bada/Riyawa general areas of Chikun and Igabi LGAs of Kaduna State. This was contained in a statement signed by the overseeing...
We Will Ensure Adequate Education Funding In Zamfara, Says Gov Lawal
Governor Dauda Lawal, on Wednesday, reiterated his administration’s commitment to ensuring adequate provision of funding in Zamfara State’s annual budget for education. The governor spoke during the 23rd matriculation ceremony of the Zamfara College of Arts and Science (ZACAS) in Gusau. The College comprises the School of Science Technology, School of Legal Studies, School of Art and Humanities, School of Mass...
El-Rufai Not Ready For Genuine Peace – SOKAPU
The Southern Kaduna People’s Union, SOKAPU, has alleged that Governor Nasir el-Rufai was not ready for peace in the state. The union observed that until the governor tenders apology to Southern Kaduna people and the elders over his derogatory comments against them, it will be taken that the peace process of the government is a ruse. Reacting to the Peace Summit...
Journalists Threaten Withdrawal Of Service Over Fuel Subsidy Removal
The umbrella body of journalists in the country, the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) on Saturday said it would withdraw its services if the Federal Government fails to reverse its decision to stop fuel subsidy. A statement by the union’s National Secretary, Shuaibu Leman, made this known after an emergency Central Working Committee (CWC) meeting held virtually on Saturday. The statement...
At 63: Sen. Kalu Icon Of National Unity — Amobi Ogah
The House of Representatives member-elect for Isiukwuato/Umunneochi Federal Constituency of Abia State, Hon. Amobi Ogah has extolled the Senator representing Abia North, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu at his 63rd birthday anniversary, describing the former epitome of national unity. He said Senator Kalu is a man of sound charisma who has championed national unity and peaceful co-existence as a businessman and...
Sen. Kalu Mourns Pele’s Demise, Extols Uncommon Football Skills
Chief Whip of the Senate and Pillar of Sports in Africa, Dr. Orji Uzor Kalu has commiserated with football lovers across the globe over the demise of three-time world cup winner, Pele, who passed at the age of 82. Lamenting the passing of the soccer legend, Kalu acknowledged the uncommon skills of the late footballer, adding that sports enthusiasts will...
Abba Kyari Released From Kuje Prison
The Suspended Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP), Abba Kyari, has perfected his bail conditions from the two cases he is facing – alleged asset declaration and illicit drugs – at the Federal High Court in Abuja and has been released from the Kuje Correctional Centre, after spending twenty-seven months. Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court in Abuja had...
Dangote Foundation empowers 34,000 women in Katsina
THE Aliko Dangote Foundation (ADF) has empowered no fewer than 34,000 vulnerable women from all the 34 local governments in Katsina State from a N10 billion micro-grant set aside for disadvantaged women across the country. The money is set aside to empower the women economically either to start or boost their businesses. Speaking at the flag-off ceremony held yesterday in Batagarawa...
EPL: Mohamed Salah Will Leave Liverpool – Danny Murphy
Former Liverpool star, Danny Murphy has said that Mohamed Salah might leave the club. According to him, the Liverpool forward ‘might just go’ amid interest from Barcelona. Salah had also admitted that he is happy to hear interest from the Nou Camp. The Egyptian has been in sensational form for Jurgen Klopp’s side so far this season and is currently the highest...
Abia 2023: Bende Royal Fathers Back Mascot Kalu’s Guber Bid, Confer Him AKA EKPUCHI ONWA 1 (Photos)
The governorship candidate of the Action Peoples Party (APP) in Abia state, Chief Mascot Uzor Kalu on Friday secured the backing of traditional rulers in Bende who also gave him the chieftaincy title of, “Aka Ekpuchi Onwa I” of Bende. 888 عربي Chief Kalu, a former Chief of Staff to the Abia state government was confer the traditional title...