The Young Progressives Party (YPP) has suspended its chairman in Imo, Mr Victor Diala over alleged gross misconduct and abuse of office. The party’s National Working Committee (NWC) mandated Hon. Kingsley Nwahiri to take over and discharge the duties of the suspended chairman pending the outcome of the party’s special investigation. The party also reinstated its Orsu Local Government Area chairman, Chief Bernard Uzoeto, its National Publicity Secretary, Mr Egbeola Wale-Martins, stated on Sunday in Abuja. Orsu Local Government Area of Imo is made up of autonomous communities including Ihitenansa, Amaruru, Amazu, Amaebu, Amannachi, Awo-Idemili, Asaa Ubirielem, Eziawa, Umuhu Okabia,…
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Budding music artiste, Onyekachukwu Mba, popularly called ‘Don Lamba’, has described how Grammy Award winner, Burna Boy’s consistency as well as relevance, influenced and inspired his decision to venture into music. Don Lamba on Sunday in Lagos said that Burna Boy’s style of music influenced him to always do music that could resonate with the audience. “I hope to win a Grammy like Burna Boy also, his music reflects everyday reality, and people can easily connect to his messages. “It also influenced me to sign talented artistes who understand the importance of doing music that connects to people and makes…
Manchester United winger Antony has agreed to postpone his return to the club to confront allegations of assault that have been leveled against him. The 23-year-old was originally scheduled to resume training on Monday after being omitted from Brazil’s squad for their World Cup qualifiers against Bolivia and Peru. Manchester United announced that they have reached an agreement with the player to defer his return until further notice to address the ongoing matter. Antony firmly denies all allegations against him. In a statement, Manchester United acknowledged the allegations made against Antony and expressed their stance on such incidents. “Manchester United…
Two persons were confirmed dead while one sustained injury in an accident involving a Mazda bus and a Mazda car at Ayedere, on the Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway. Mr Babatunde Akinbiyi, the spokesperson, Ogun Traffic Compliance and Enforcement Corps (TRACE), confirmed the incident to newsmen in Abeokuta on Sunday. Akinbiyi stated that the accident occured at 7:10am at Ayedere village, Ewekoro Local Government Area of Ogun. READ ALSO: Why Tinubu ‘will never be my president’ – Aisha Yesufu He said the eyewitness accounts indicated that the driver of one of the vehicles was driving against traffic and got involved in a collision…
Tony Elumelu, Group Chairman, Heirs Holdings, has urged indian investors to channel their resources towards the Nigerian economy, saying this is the best time to invest in Nigeria. According to a statement in Lagos on Sunday, Elumelu wooed the investors at the Nigeria-India Presidential Roundtable and Conference in New Delhi, convened by President Bola Tinubu on Sept. 6. Good Evening Nigeria had earlier reported that President Tinubu, at the sidelines of the G20 summit in India, said Nigeria, as the largest economy in Africa, presented abundant investment opportunities and was open for business. At the roundtable, investment pledges amounting to…
The Rivers State Government has placed a N100 million bounty on one Gift David, also known as 2-Baba and his criminal gang over the suspected killing of a divisional police officer (DPO) in the state. The slain officer, Bako Angbashim, who headed the Ahoada Division of the Nigeria Police, Rivers State, was ambushed, killed and beheaded by some gunmen on Friday during he an operation. The late DPO was a superintendent of police. The Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara, who announced the bounty on Saturday in a post on X (formerly Twitter) named a suspect in the killing of…
The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Muhammad Ali Pate, and the Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Tunji Alausa, have unveiled a comprehensive four-point agenda aimed at revitalizing the health sector in Nigeria. Addressing the media during their inaugural news briefing in Abuja, the ministers expressed their commitment to rejuvenating healthcare and social welfare services for the benefit of Nigerians. They said they would deliver the mandate in four main areas, namely; improving the governance of health, population health outcomes, medical industrialisation as well as value chain and improving health security. READ ALSO: Traders…
Some traders and residents in Masaka, Nassarawa State on Saturday lamented the continued rise in the cost of charcoal and firewood. The traders, in separate interviews with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Sunday in Abuja, described the situation as worrisome. Mrs Rose Odoh, one of the traders, said that it takes a huge amount of money to purchase the item yet, the profit made from the sale was very minimal. She said: ” I buy a bag for N4,000, yet I only make a profit of N800 from each bag. ” My supplier too is complaining about the…
In a thrilling showdown at the Qudos Bank Arena in Sydney, Australia, Sean Strickland emerged victorious over Israel Adesanya to claim the coveted UFC middleweight championship. All three judges at the event scored the fight in favor of the American, with a unanimous decision of 49-46. The fight showcased its intensity right from the start, with Sean Strickland delivering a stunning first-round knockdown that set the tone for the entire bout. Lasting the full five rounds, Strickland’s relentless pressure and precise boxing skills were on full display, never veering towards grappling tactics. READ ALSO: Kaduna: Emir of Birnin Gwari Swaps…
The House of Representatives ad hoc committee investigating crude oil theft has insisted on the appearance of the Group Chief Executive Officer of Nigeria National Petroleum Company Ltd (NNPC) and others before the committee. They include the Nigeria Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) and the Nigeria Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA). Rep Alhassan Rurum, the Chairman of the probe panel, gave the ruling in Abuja, adding that the heads of the agencies must appear in person and not send representatives. Rurum said the heads of all the invited agencies must appear in person on Sept. 11, while frowning at a…
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Mr Nyesom Wike, will inaugurate the resurfacing and rehabilitation of 135 roads on Sept. 11 as parts of efforts to improve road infrastructure in the FCT. The Director of Press, Office of the Minister, Mr Anthony Ogunleye, made this known in a statement in Abuja on Saturday. Ogunleye explained that the projects, which would be implemented within Garki, Wuse, Gwarimpa and Maitama Districts, would also include remedial work of major bridges. READ ALSO: “I have the right to choose my replacement at Senate”- Umahi “The inauguration ceremony, which will take place along…
The Minister of Works, Chief David Umahi, has declared that he has the right to decide his replacement as the senator representing Ebonyi south district under the All Progressives Congress (APC). Recall that Umahi left the Senate after being appointed the country’s minister of works by President Bola Tinubu. The Election Petition Tribunal sitting in Abuja on Sept. 8 ruled that Umahi was the district’s validly elected senator after dismissing petitions from the Labour Party and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidates. Umahi declared that he had the right to determine his replacement on Saturday during his visit to Gov.…
The National Council for Arts and Culture (NCAC) says plans are underway to replicate the Abuja Arts and Crafts Village in 36 states of the federation to tackle unemployment and boost the nation’s economy. The Director-General of NCAC, Otunba Olusegun Runsewe, disclosed this on Saturday when he led members of diplomatic community, state commissioners and the media on the inspection visit to the craft village in Abuja. This was part of activities for the commemoration of the 16th International Arts and Craft Expo (INAC) ongoing in Abuja, with the theme “Networking Nigerian Crafts to the World”. Runsewe said it was…
Governor Chukwuma Soludo of on Anambra has called on the people of the state to always find time to engage in physical exercises in the interest of their health. Soludo made the call after leading no fewer than 1,000 residents on a monthly walk organised by the Anambra State Sports Development Commission at the Awka Township Stadium on Saturday. The theme of the monthly walk is: “Solution Walk For Healthy Living”. The governor said apart from going to hospital to access medical care, routine exercise is a cheaper way of maintaining good health. He said his administration is determined to…
President Bola Tinubu has extended his condolences to King Mohammed VI of Morocco following Saturday’s earthquake in his homeland, which claimed many lives. GOOD EVENING NIGERIA reports that over 800 people were killed and hundreds injued, in a powerful earthquake that struck Morocco’s High Atlas mountains late on Friday, destroying buildings and sending residents of major cities rushing from their homes. Presidential spokesman Ajuri Ngelale, in a statement on Saturday in Abuja, said the president commiserated with all the families who lost loved ones and those affected by this tragedy, while wishing a full and swift recovery to those who…
Mr Bola Babarinde, a former Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), South Africa, has advised INEC to use lessons learned from the Wednesday’s tribunal judgment to improve on the conduct of future elections in the country. Babarinde gave the advice on Saturday in a congratulatory message to President Bola Tinubu on his victory at the Presidential Election Petition Court(PEPC). He urged the electoral body to use the few lessons learned from the tribunal verdict to conduct free and fair governorship elections in Kogi, Imo and Bayelsa. While celebrating Tinubu’s victory at the tribunal, Babarinde called on the president to…
The Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) has kicked against the ongoing demolitions of buildings in Abuja, led by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike. NLC President Comrade Joe Ajaero, in a recent interview, likened these demolitions, which have disproportionately affected low-income residents, to “Hitler’s tyranny” and a process that “impoverishes the masses.” READ ALSO: PEPC judgment: Tinubu’s victory is opportunity for Nigerians to unite – Arewa youth Comrade Ajaero said that the NLC is committed to putting an end to these demolitions, asserting that they constitute a violation of the Constitution and the rights of workers. Additionally, he…
Cultists operating in the Ahoada Community of Rivers State have brutally killed and beheaded District Police Officer (DPO), Bako Angbashim. The gruesome act took place in the Odumude Community of Ahoada East Local Government Area on Friday nige, where the late Bako had been stationed. Bako Angbashim was widely recognized for his dedicated efforts in combating cultism, kidnapping, and violence within the state. He had previously served at the Bori Police Divisional Headquarters in Khana LGA, where he played a pivotal role in restoring peace and order to the region, until he was redeployed to Ahoada communities this year, as…
The National and State Assembly Election Petitions Tribunal in Benin has dismissed two petitions filed against the declaration of Dennis Idahosa as winner of the Feb. 25 Ovia Federal Constituency election for lack of merit and being incompetent. The petitioners, Epele Asemota of the Labour Party (LP) and Barr Omosede Igbinedion of the Peoples Democratic party (PDP) had separately approached the court to challenge the victory of Idahosa. Asemota and Igbenediion had accused INEC of not complying with the provisions of the Electoral Act, 2022 as amended in the conduct of the election. They also contended that the election victory…
Elon Musk revealed that he declined a Ukrainian request to activate his Starlink satellite network in Crimea’s port city of Sevastopol last year to aid an attack on Russia’s fleet there because he feared it would make SpaceX complicit in a “major” act of war. The revelation came after CNN cited an excerpt from the forthcoming biography of Musk, saying Musk ordered the Starlink network to be turned off near the Crimean coast in the previous year with the intention of disrupting a potential Ukrainian sneak attack. The biography is authored by Walter Isaacson and set to be released by…