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18/01/2024

The police in Kano on Wednesday said they arrested five persons over allegations of constituting nuisance and instigating violence while celebrating the Supreme Court judgment on the state governorship election.

Wild celebrations greeted Friday’s Supreme Court verdict, which restored the victory of Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, in the March 18, 2023 governorship election.

The Kano governor had earlier been sacked by both the election tribunal and the Court of Appeal, which declared the candidate of the All Progressives Congress, Nasiru Gawuna, as the winner of the poll.

His sacking created tension in the ancient city, while the restoration of his victory brought relief and sparked off wild celebrations by his supporters.

The state Commissioner of Police, Usaini Gumel, on Wednesday, said five persons were arrested following a clash between jubilant supporters of the governor and his party, the New Nigeria People’s Party, and supporters of the APC in the Gaya Local Government Area.

Gumel said, “We have since arrested five suspects, while two victims are on admission at the General Hospital, Gaya,” he said.

According to the police boss, the suspects would be charged and arraigned in court at the end of the investigations.

17/01/2024

The University College Hospital Ibadan, the city’s largest health facility, has issued a call for its off-duty personnel to promptly return to work on Tuesday.

This decision, as reported by the News Agency of Nigeria, was prompted by the surge in the number of individuals injured during Tuesday’s explosion who were subsequently brought to the hospital.

According to Vanguard, a health worker, speaking anonymously, confirmed that the UCH administration instructed staff to report to the hospital to provide assistance to the victims.

“They said more hands were needed to attend to those being brought in, and they were not sure of the number that can still come in later during the evening or early in the morning of Wednesday,” the worker said.

The University College Hospital Ibadan, the city's largest health facility, has issued a call for its off-duty personnel to promptly return to work on Tuesday. This decision, as reported by the News Agency of Nigeria, was prompted by the surge in the number of individuals injured during Tuesday's ex...

17/01/2024

Ibadan explosion: One co**se removed from crash site

17/01/2024

Special Adviser security to Makinde, Retd.CP Fatai Owoseeni speaks on the crash

"We can't do any assessments now, rescue is ongoing, the resident and victims are still picking bits and pieces, we can't do an evaluation now.

We have created a situation hall at the premises of housing corporation for the victims and the landlords of the affected areas for assessment", he said.

16/01/2024

Football transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has revealed Jose Mourinho’s potential replacement at AS Roma.

Mourinho was sacked by Roma on Tuesday following a poor run of form with the team this season. Roma has won just one out of their last six Serie A games, currently sitting in the ninth position in the league.

In a tweet via his X account after Mourinho was dismissed, Romano disclosed that Roma has already contacted their former player Daniele de Rossi to take over as their new head coach.

“Contacts already taking place between AS Roma and Daniele de Rossi as a potential new head coach,” Romano tweeted.

“De Rossi, keen on this possibility as he always had the dream to return to the club.

Football transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has revealed Jose Mourinho’s potential replacement at AS Roma.Mourinho was sacked by Roma on Tuesday following a poor run of form with the team this season. Roma has won just one out of their last six Serie A games, currently sitting in the ninth position i...

16/01/2024

International human rights organization Global Rights has accused the administration of former President Muhammadu Buhari of resorting to threats and intimidation against protesters and journalists, resulting in a clampdown on information access and a constriction of freedom of expression.

In their report titled “Shege! A scorecard on the Buhari administration’s impact on Nigeria’s civic space,” published on January 13, 2024, Global Rights alleges a marked decline in civic space and basic freedoms during Buhari’s eight-year tenure.

The report underscores a strained relationship between the Buhari government and the media and a frosty connection with civil society organizations.

International human rights organization Global Rights has accused the administration of former President Muhammadu Buhari of resorting to threats and intimidation against protesters and journalists, resulting in a clampdown on information access and a constriction of freedom of expression. In their....

16/01/2024

The 2023 Peoples Democratic Party presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar in response to the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited’s decision to transfer the Port Harcourt refinery to a private firm has expressed his belief that the NNPCL should have sold the refinery to prevent incurring debt

Atiku emphasized the necessity for the country’s oil firm to clarify the advantages of relinquishing the refinery to private management.

In a post on X on Tuesday, the former Vice President lamented that his persistent recommendations for extensive reforms in Nigeria’s oil sector and broader economy had gone unheeded.

The 2023 Peoples Democratic Party presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar in response to the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited's decision to transfer the Port Harcourt refinery to a private firm has expressed his belief that the NNPCL should have sold the refinery to prevent incurring debtAt...

16/01/2024

The All Progressives Congress has issued a response to Professor Pat Utomi’s recent proposition for a merger of opposition political parties, dismissing it as nothing more than a “delusion of grandeur.”

In a statement delivered by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, the APC expressed skepticism about Utomi’s credibility, citing his track record as a “serial promoter of mega parties.”

Morka highlighted Utomi’s previous attempt in 2021 to launch a people-centered ideological mega party under the National Consultative Front, a venture that failed to materialize beyond the realm of news headlines.

Morka’s statement reads, “In 2021, Prof Utomi and his collaborators disturbed the airwaves with plans to launch a people-centered ideological mega party under the auspices of the National Consultative Front (NCFront) to dislodge and . That plan did not go past the news headlines.”

The All Progressives Congress has issued a response to Professor Pat Utomi's recent proposition for a merger of opposition political parties, dismissing it as nothing more than a "delusion of grandeur." In a statement delivered by the party's National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, the APC expres...

16/01/2024

AS Roma has officially announced the immediate departure of José Mourinho and his coaching staff.

Mourinho, unveiled as the Giallorossi’s 60th coach in May 2021, achieved notable successes, leading the team to victory in the Conference League in Tirana on May 25th, 2022, and to the Europa League final in Budapest last season.

Dan and Ryan Friedkin expressed their gratitude, stating, “We would like to thank José on behalf of all of us at AS Roma for his passion and efforts since his arrival at the club. We will always have great memories of his tenure at Roma, but we believe that an immediate change is in the best interests of the club. We wish José and his assistants all the best in their future endeavors.”

AS Roma has officially announced the immediate departure of José Mourinho and his coaching staff. Mourinho, unveiled as the Giallorossi’s 60th coach in May 2021, achieved notable successes, leading the team to victory in the Conference League in Tirana on May 25th, 2022, and to the Europa League ...

16/01/2024

The Nigeria Football Federation has come to the defense of the Super Eagles’ medical team amidst criticism over their handling of Umar Sadiq’s injury.

The Real Sociedad striker was omitted from Nigeria’s squad for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations after sustaining an injury during a 2-0 friendly defeat against Guinea, leading to his replacement by Paul Onuachu.

Despite initial expectations of a three-week recovery period, a video surfaced on Monday showing Sadiq training with his Real Sociedad teammates, sparking doubt among Nigerian football enthusiasts regarding the medical team’s competence.

The Nigeria Football Federation has come to the defense of the Super Eagles' medical team amidst criticism over their handling of Umar Sadiq's injury. The Real Sociedad striker was omitted from Nigeria's squad for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations after sustaining an injury during a 2-0 friendly defeat...

16/01/2024

N5m is change. I can make it from my comfort zone - BBnaija's Phyna

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16/01/2024

Gov Adeleke shows his football skills at Osogbo City stadium

16/01/2024

An international human rights organisation,  Global Rights, has said the administration of the former president, Muhammadu Buhari, was characterised by threats or intimidation of journalists and protesters.

The organisation added that Buhari made frantic efforts to suppress access to information, curtail freedom of expression, and monitor how and for what purposes citizens assembled.

Global Rights stated this in its report titled,  “Shege!  A scorecard on the Buhari administration’s impact on Nigeria’s civic space,” which was published on January 13, 2024.

The organisation said in the report,  “In the eight-year term of President Buhari’s administration, Nigeria witnessed a notable decline on all frontiers of the civic space and basic freedoms. The administration was characterised by a suspicious relationship with the media, a frosty relationship with civil society organisations, and a clear desire to control access to information, curtail freedom of expression, and monitor how and for what purposes citizens assembled.

“There were also several legislative attempts made by the administration with regard to the civic space. If all these attempts made it into law, it is safe to say Nigeria would have emerged as one of the most repressive democracies globally.”

The report added that no fewer than 69 protesters were killed during the Buhari-led administration.

The organisation also said that an estimated 250 protesters and 189 journalists were arrested, detained, or harassed under the former president.

15/01/2024

VIDEO: One dies in fatal Abuja airport road accident

15/01/2024

Subsidy removal: Things will get better, Tinubu assures Nigerians

15/01/2024

The Joint Admissions and Matriculations Board has declared that the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination in 2024 will waive registration fees for individuals with disabilities.

Prof Ishaq Oloyede, the Registrar of JAMB, shared this information during a media briefing that marked the commencement of the 2024 UTME registration.

In a bid to provide comprehensive support, JAMB will distribute application documents free of charge to all Persons with Disabilities. As part of its commitment to creating an equitable examination environment, the board will furnish blind candidates with audio books. This decision stems from a recommendation made at the inaugural National Conference on Equal Opportunity of Access to Higher Education in Nigeria.

The Joint Admissions and Matriculations Board has declared that the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination in 2024 will waive registration fees for individuals with disabilities. Prof Ishaq Oloyede, the Registrar of JAMB, shared this information during a media briefing that marked the commenceme...

15/01/2024

The Lagos State government, through the Lagos State Internal Revenue Service, has reaffirmed its commitment to the January 31st, 2024 deadline for all Employers of Labour to submit their annual tax returns.

The executive chairman of LIRS, Mr Ayodele Subair, emphasized this in an official statement released by the agency.

Subair highlighted the importance of adhering to the deadline, warning that failure to comply would lead to penalties and other statutory sanctions outlined in section 81(3) of the Personal Income Tax (Amendment) Act 2011.

The Lagos State government, through the Lagos State Internal Revenue Service, has reaffirmed its commitment to the January 31st, 2024 deadline for all E...

15/01/2024

The management of the Federal Government College in Ijanikin, Lagos, has suspended three students, a punitive action allegedly triggered by their parents’ daring move to petition the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission over the financial dealings of the Parents Teacher Association.

According to Vanguard, one of the affected parents, Mrs. Falilat Oluwashogbon, revealed the genesis of the issue, stating, “When the PTA chairman presented the financial report, some of us raised questions about how some funds were spent. For instance, the salary of PTA teachers was said to have increased to N23 million from less than N15 million the previous year, even though no new teacher was employed, and no salary increment was implemented for the teachers.”

The management of the Federal Government College in Ijanikin, Lagos, has suspended three students, a punitive action allegedly triggered by their parents' daring move to petition the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission over the financial dealings of the Parents Teacher Association.According to....

15/01/2024

Everton and Nottingham Forest are bracing for potential referral to an independent commission regarding alleged breaches of the Premier League’s profitability and sustainability regulations.

New guidelines aim to expedite the resolution of financial rule violations within the same season charges are brought, with official notifications expected on Monday.

Everton, already appealing a 10-point deduction, faces vulnerability to a second charge due to financial challenges and a stadium project. Forest, like Manchester City before them, could be the second top-flight club charged with violating PSR.

Everton and Nottingham Forest are bracing for potential referral to an independent commission regarding alleged breaches of the Premier League’s profitability and sustainability regulations. New guidelines aim to expedite the resolution of financial rule violations within the same season charges a...

15/01/2024

I'm shocked MohBad has a will - Dad

In an interview, father of late singer, Mohbad made a shocking revelation about his son, he said, “Mohbad will never use hand to stamp in, he will rather sign but because he his dead they had to call a lawyer to do their own mathematics”.

14/01/2024

Law enforcement in Jigawa State has apprehended a 17-year-old, Abdulmuminu Tasiu, for swindling a Point of Sale vendor out of the sum of N900,000 in Maigatari Local Government.

The command’s spokesperson, DSP Lawan Shiisu Adam, affirmed the arrest in an official statement.

According to report, the incident transpired on a Friday when Aminu Mustafa, a 38-year-old POS vendor from Unguwar Dodo quarters, Maigatari LGA, entrusted his machine to a customer for PIN entry during a money withdrawal.

Law enforcement in Jigawa State has apprehended a 17-year-old, Abdulmuminu Tasiu, for swindling a Point of Sale vendor out of the sum of N900,000 in Maigatari Local Government.The command's spokesperson, DSP Lawan Shiisu Adam, affirmed the arrest in an official statement.According to Daily Post,the....

14/01/2024

Erik ten Hag emphasizes that Manchester United’s success hinges on having “hungry players,” a sentiment expressed shortly after Jadon Sancho’s departure, occurring just over a year after Cristiano Ronaldo’s high-profile exit.

Appointed as head coach 19 months ago to instigate changes both on and off the pitch at Old Trafford, ten Hag has faced various challenges, including the contentious conclusion of Ronaldo’s second stint at United in November 2022.

Another significant departure has now transpired midway through ten Hag’s tenure with the Premier League giants.

Erik ten Hag emphasizes that Manchester United's success hinges on having "hungry players," a sentiment expressed shortly after Jadon Sancho's departure, occurring just over a year after Cristiano Ronaldo's high-profile exit.Appointed as head coach 19 months ago to instigate changes both on and off....

14/01/2024

Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project has issued a fervent call to Senate President Godswill Akpabio and House of Representatives Speaker Tajudeen Abbas, urging them to reconsider the proposed 2024 National Assembly budget of N344.85 billion.

Deputy Director of SERAP, Kolawole Oluwadare, emphasized the necessity of this appeal, citing prevailing economic challenges and the imperative to curtail governance expenditures.

In a statement, Oluwadare criticized the National Assembly’s arbitrary increase in the 2024 budget, asserting that such an adjustment, if not revised, could have profound fiscal implications and exacerbate the nation’s debt crisis.

Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project has issued a fervent call to Senate President Godswill Akpabio and House of Representatives Speaker Tajudeen Abbas, urging them to reconsider the proposed 2024 National Assembly budget of N344.85 billion. Deputy Director of SERAP, Kolawole Oluwadare,....

14/01/2024

The Mgbuosimiri community in Obio-Akpor Local Government Area, a suburb of Port Harcourt, Rivers State, is in mourning following the tragic shooting death of Ndidi Livingstone, the Chairman of their Community Development.

The incident occurred inside a church on Saturday evening, with suspected cultists perpetrating the crime.

According to PM news, the gunmen shot Ndidi Livingstone point-blank as he exited the Peculiar Faith Ministry Church in the Agip axis of Mgboshimni, Mile Four area of Port Harcourt.

The Mgbuosimiri community in Obio-Akpor Local Government Area, a suburb of Port Harcourt, Rivers State, is in mourning following the tragic shooting death of Ndidi Livingstone, the Chairman of their Community Development. The incident occurred inside a church on Saturday evening, with suspected cult...

14/01/2024

A young lady identified as Najeebah has been reportedly killed by gunmen who abducted her and five other sisters in Abuja.

The PUNCH Metro learnt that Najeebah and her sisters were abducted on January 9, alongside their father.

It was gathered that the gunmen later released their father, asking him to go get N60m as ransom for the release of her daughters before Friday, January 12.

In a bid to raise money, Nigerians were urged to donate whatever they have into a bank account, but not enough money was gathered as of Friday.

Consequently, the hoodlums reportedly killed the oldest of the six girls, Najeebah, and dumped her body somewhere for her parents to bury.

The former Minister for Communication and Digital Economy, Isa Ali Pantami, confirmed the killing of Najeebah on Saturday night.

Pantami said he had spoken with the father of Najeebah over the remaining kidnapped girls.

“Inna lil Laahi wa inna ilaiHi Raajiun! I just read about the killing of our daughter Najeeba (400 level, ABU). I also spoke with her father about the remaining 5 of our kidnapped daughters. May Allah forgive her, rescue others & bring absolute peace to Nigeria,” he said in a post on his X handle.

Earlier, a former aide to former President Muhammadu Buhari, Bashir Ahmad, called on the police to take necessary actions on the matter.

13/01/2024

The President of Dangote Group, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, has shared exciting news about the commencement of operations at the Dangote integrated refinery in Lagos, South West Nigeria.

In an official statement by Mr. Anthony Chiejina, Group Head of Corporate Communications at

Dangote Group, Dangote revealed that the production of diesel and aviation fuel from the refinery is set to be available in the market before the end of January 2024.

“We have started the production of diesel and aviation fuel, and the products will be in the market before the end of the month,” he stated

The President of Dangote Group, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, has shared exciting news about the commencement of operations at the Dangote integrated refinery in Lagos, South West Nigeria. In an official statement by Mr. Anthony Chiejina, Group Head of Corporate Communications at Dangote Group, Dangote reve...

13/01/2024

The General Overseer of Goshen Freedom Tabernacle, Prophet Austin Ariole, has strongly contested the probe initiated by the British Broadcasting Corporation into the late Prophet
Temitope Joshua, also known as T.B. Joshua, emphasizing that such an investigation lacks credibility.

Speaking during a service in Effurun, Delta State, Prophet Ariole urged the media to “let the dead rest.”

He questioned the priorities of the BBC, stating, “Go and probe the Pope that said they can entertain gay marriages. There are churches that have upheld ma********on. Go and check.”

The General Overseer of Goshen Freedom Tabernacle, Prophet Austin Ariole, has strongly contested the probe initiated by the British Broadcasting Corporation into the late Prophet Temitope Joshua, also known as T.B. Joshua, emphasizing that such an investigation lacks credibility. Speaking during a s...

13/01/2024

The Lagos State Police Command has taken legal action against two individuals involved in ‘one chance’ armed robbery activities.
Identified as Jamiu Olalekan and Oni Adeola, the suspects were arraigned following the conclusion of investigations, as announced by the Police Public Relations Officer, Benjamin Hundenyin.

“Following conclusion of investigations, the suspects, Jamiu Olalekan aged 31 and Oni Adeola aged 27, have been arraigned while their operational vehicle remains impounded,” he wrote on X on Saturday.

The Lagos State Police Command has taken legal action against two individuals involved in 'one chance' armed robbery activities. Identified as Jamiu Olalekan and Oni Adeola, the suspects were arraigned following the conclusion of investigations, as announced by the Police Public Relations Officer, B...

13/01/2024

The Nigerian army has promised to probe allegations made by a female soldier on her superiors on harassment, constant abuse, and r**e.

The female soldier, identified as Ogunleye Ruth, took to social media to expose alleged harassment and abuse by her superiors within the Army, specifically naming Col. IB Abdulkareem, Col. GS Ogor, and Brig. Gen. IB Solebo.

Ruth, using her TikTok name , shared her ordeal, recounting instances of intimidation, threats, and even attempts of sexual assault.

Ruth specifically named her superiors, Colonel IB Abdulkareem, Colonel GS Ogor, and Brigadier General IB Solebo, as the individuals responsible for making her life a living hell in the army.

The Nigerian army has promised to probe allegations made by a female soldier on her superiors on harassment, constant abuse, and r**e. The female soldi...