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The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has confirmed that Japan has started discharging treated radioactive wastewater from the disabled Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Station into the Pacific Ocean, 12 years on from the major meltdown. Experts from the UN nuclear watchdog were present to monitor and assess that all relevant international safety standards were applied, as part of a multiyear review of a process that could last for decades. The decision to release the water into the sea has sparked criticism in Japan and the region. The IAEA has been providing real-time data on the controlled release of the treated…

A police inspector on escort duty was shot dead by unidentified gunmen at a popular hotel in the DLine area of Port Harcourt, Rivers State, on Friday night. An eewitnesses reported that the attackers shot the police officer and fled with his service AK-47 rifle and beret. Speaking under anonymity, the eyewitness said, “A policeman was shot in front of a popular hotel in DLine, and his service AK-47 was taken. The criminals also made away with his beret. The assailants were in a Grey 2005 Toyota Corolla. Everyone should exercise caution.” Rivers State Police Command’s Public Relations Officer, SP…

The Police Command in Bauchi State, has arrested 15-year-old Adamu Ibrahim for chopping off the hand of a farmer in Jital village, Bauchi local government area (LGA) of the State. This is contained in a statement issued by the Spokesman of the Command, SP Ahmed Wakil, and made available to newsmen on Saturday in Bauchi. He said police operatives have arrested the suspect, Adamu Ibrahim, of Jital village along Gombe road, Bauchi state, for trespass, mischief and causing grievous hurt. According to Wakil, “A disagreement ensued in the course of which the suspect stabbed the victim upon asking him to…

Victims of rape and other forms of gender-based violence have been asked d to report to the relevant authorities to get help and justice. Ms Elizabeth Bumkeng, a victim of rape and author, made the call at her book launch in Abuja on Saturday. The book is titled: “Healing from Within… Reclaiming Life After Sexual and Gender – Based Violence”. Bumkeng said that not reporting the matter and seeking appropriate help could lead to depression and further complications. She said that after she was abused, she was traumatised, scared and would always have nightmares and a feeling the culprit will…

The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has predicted cloudiness and sunshine from Saturday to Monday across the country. NiMet`s weather outlook released on Friday predicted cloudy skies on Saturday with spells of sunshine over the northern region with prospects of thunderstorms over parts of Kaduna, Sokoto, Zamfara and Kebbi States in the morning hours. It said that isolated thunderstorms were expected over parts of Bauchi, Gombe, Kaduna, Adamawa, Taraba, Katsina, Kano, Yobe and Jigawa States later in the day. “Cloudy atmosphere is anticipated over the North Central region with prospects of rain showers over parts of the Federal Capital Territory, Kwara…

Professor Joseph Utsev, Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, says there is no immediate threat of flooding, calling on the government at all levels to put measures in place to prevent flood emergencies. Utsev told newsmen in Abuja on Friday that the Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency (NIHSA) had observed an increase in the volume of flow along the River Benue system, registering a flow level of 8.97 meters today. This, he said, was insignificant, as compared to a flow level of 8.80 meters on the same date in 2022. According to him, reports from inland dams including Kainji, Jebba, and…

The Defence Headquarters says the troops of the armed forces have within nine weeks, neutralised 23 terrorists, arrested 109 criminals, and five kidnappers. It also said that one informant and 22 suspected oil thieves were arrested within the period across the country. The Director, Defence Media Operations, Maj.-Gen. Edward Buba, in a statement on Friday, added that the troops also rescued 41 kidnapped hostages. Buba said that 231 terrorists and their families comprising 25 adult males, 63 adult females and 143 children surrendered to troops in the North East. He added that the troops recovered 41 weapons and 300 assorted…

The naira depreciated against the dollar on Friday as it exchanged at N778.42 at the Investors and Exporters window. The naira lost by 0.87 per cent compared to the N771.69 it exchanged for the dollar on Thursday. The open indicative rate closed at N773.29 to the dollar on Friday. A spot exchange rate of N799.90 to the dollar was the highest rate recorded within the day’s trading before it settled at N778.42. READ ALSO: Naira loses, exchanges at N773.42 at investors, exporters window The naira sold for as low as N700 to the dollar within the day’s trading. A total…

Vice President Kashim Shettima has clarified Nigeria’s position on applying for membership in the BRICS economic bloc, which includes Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, stating that Nigeria needs to examine the conditions involved.  BRICS had convened for a summit in Johannesburg, South Africa, from August 22 to 24, during which it revealed its intention to include six new members – Argentina, Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates – in the upcoming year. Shettima acknowledged that Nigeria had not pursued BRICS membership at this time, explaining that various factors warranted careful examination before making a…

President Vladimir Putin has issued a directive mandating Wagner fighters to pledge loyalty to the Russian state in the aftermath of a tragic plane crash, which is believed to have claimed the life of Yevgeny Prigozhin, the volatile head of the mercenary group. The decree, signed by Putin on Friday, enforces an immediate alteration, prompted by the Kremlin’s dismissal of Western allegations that Prigozhin was eliminated under their command, labeling such claims as “absolutely false.” Though the Kremlin refrained from definitively confirming Prigozhin’s demise, citing the pending outcome of test results, Russia’s aviation authority has said that Prigozhin was on…

The Board of Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC) on Saturday urged Tobi Amusan to work harder following her inability to defend her title at the ongoing World Athletics Championships. In a statement signed by Tony Nezianya, Public Relations Officer, NOC, made available to news men in Lagos, Habu Gumel, NOC’s president, described Amusan’s loss as a temporary setback. He noted that losing the 100m hurdles title must have been tough for Amusan. “We at the NOC are reaching out to offer you, Amusan, some comforting words in the light of your race yesterday in Budapest at which you lost out in…

This is one sad and painful tribute I would have prayed never to offer; a tribute in the memory of my bosom professional colleague and confidant, Professor Lai Oso, of the School of Communication, Lagos State University. Lai was one of Nigeria’s finest and highly respected media scholars. But the ways of the Almighty Allah are not dictated by the wishes of man; anytime the Almighty commands, mere mortals accept and thank Him through prayers. Never did I imagine that a fellow that chatted with me on WhatsApp on June 23, in the night will die few hours ahead on…

The Gender Unit of the Nigerian Police Force Criminal Investigation Department, Federal Capital Territory (FCT), on Friday, raided Ignobis Hotels, Gado Nasco Road in Kubwa, Abuja, for alleged abuse, endangerment of minors. The raid was led by Inspector Ossai Ojobo, an Investigation Police Officer, along with officials of the Social Development Secretarial (SDS), FCT Administration and representatives of a non-governmental organisation. After the raid, the Hotel Manager, Mr Akbueze Chidi and a restaurant operator in the hotel, Ms Priscilla Abuyah, were arrested and taken to the Force CID for questioning and further investigation. The raid followed a petition by Human…

The Miss Nigeria USA Organisation has called on the Nigerians in the Disapora to participate in the forthcoming 2023 edition of the beauty pageant slated for September 3, at Houston in Texas, U,S. The President of the organisation, Joy Fakhoury, in a statement made available to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in New York said that the event would showcase beauty, talent and purpose. “The upcoming Miss Nigeria USA 2023 Pageant is poised to be an enchanting and empowering event, spotlighting grace, beauty, and talent while promoting humanitarian endeavors. “The pageant which will be held at the prestigious Match…

The Director of Press and Public Relations at the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Eddy Megwa, has revealed that the current Minister of Arts and Culture, Mrs. Hannatu Musawa, is in violation of the NYSC Act by holding her ministerial position while undergoing her one-year youth service. In a phone conversation with Daily Trust, Megwa confirmed that the minister has been undergoing her service for the past eight months within the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). GOOD EVENING NIGERIA reports that prior to Mrs Musawa’s appointment as a minister by President Bola Tinubu, Former President Muhammadu Buhari had on 29 September…

President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Mrs Mojoyinoluwa Dekalu-Thomas as the new Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigeria Electricity Liability Management Company (NELMCO). A statement by Mr Ajuri Ngelale, the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, on Friday in Abuja, said the appointment was for a term of four years. Dekalu-Thomas has served as the acting MD/CEO of NELMCO since the tenure of pioneer NELMCO MD/CEO, Mr Adebayo Fagbemi, ended on May 8. Ngelale said that her new appointment has created a vacancy at her previous position of Executive Director, Liability Management.…

Niger’s junta, which took control in a coup on July 26, announced on Friday that it has given French ambassador Sylvain Itte 48 hours to leave the country. This move comes as relations between the West African nation and its former colonial ruler, France, continue to worsen. Similar to recent coups in neighboring Burkina Faso and Mali, the military takeover in Niger emerged against a backdrop of growing anti-French sentiment. Some locals have accused France of meddling in their internal affairs. In an official statement, the foreign ministry appointed by the junta explained that the decision to expel the French…

The Federal Government has reiterated its commitment to end petroleum product importation soon, as efforts are being redoubled to restore the nation’s local refining capacity. The Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil), Sen. Heineken Lokpobiri, made this known during an inspection of the rehabilitation work at the Port Harcourt Refining Company Limited (PHRC) plant, on Friday. The Minister was in company of his counterpart, the Minister of State for Petroleum (Gas), Mr Ekperikpe Ekpo, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Petroleum Resources, Amb. Gabriel Aduda, and the Group CEO, NNPC Ltd., Mr Mele Kyari. Lokpobiri, according to a statement by Garba…

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has firmly denied allegations suggesting that foreign powers are manipulating the regional bloc to target the Niger Republic. Addressing the press in Abuja on Friday, Omar Alieu Touray, the President of the ECOWAS Commission, dispelled these claims, emphasizing the autonomy and principles that guide the organization. The context of these clarifications arises following the military coup in Niger, which saw President Mohamed Bazoum being ousted from power on July 26. The coup, orchestrated by Abdourahamane Tchiani, the former commander of Niger’s presidential guard, was unequivocally condemned the coup, demanding the restoration of…

President Bola Tinubu has assured of his administration’s commitment to conclude a thorough review of the remuneration of judicial officers in the country. Tinubu said this on Thursday when he received the leadership of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) led its president Yakubu Maikyau (SAN), at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. A statement on Friday by Ajuri Ngelale, Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, disclosed that the President said the battle against corruption required a comprehensive review of their salaries and allowances. Tinubu added that the issue was well known to him, given his landmark success in reforming…