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A report released by Save the Children International (SCI) has revealed that about 70 schools were attacked and 1,683 school children kidnapped across Nigeria between Feb 2014 and Dec. 2022. The report is entitled, “Education Under Attack: Review and Analysis of Attack on Schools, Teachers, and Learners from the Kidnapping of the Chibok Girls, Borno, Nigeria in 2014.” The consultant who developed the report, Mr Augustine Mamedu, while presenting the findings in Abuja on Thursday, also said that 184 learners were killed while 88 others were injured within the period. Mamedu added that about 60 teachers and other school workers…

In a bid to create a forum for dialogue towards resolving issues surrounding the petrol subsidy removal across the States, the National Economic Council (NEC) has constituted an Ad-hoc Committee to engage with the leadership of labour unions. In a press release issued by the Director Information, Office of the Vice Presiden, Olusola Abiola, the decision was reached at the 135th meeting of NEC chaired by the Vice President, Kashim Shettima in Abuja on Thursday. The committee comprises the Nigerian Governors Forum Chairman, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq; Governor of Anambra State,Chukwuma Soludo; Chairman of Progressives Governors Forum, Hope Uzodinma of Imo State;…

Bayero University Kano (BUK) says it has scheduled Special Re-sit Examinations for final year, including spill over one and spill over two students of the school. The management has also slashed the school fees of affected students, which instead of paying the stipulated between N97,000 to N170,000, they will now pay according to the number of courses to resit. Accordingly, the school said student who failed and have to resit for one (1) course will pay sum of N25, 000, for two (2) courses will pay N35, 000, while those that have to resit for three (3) courses will pay…

Lionel Messi, former Paris Saint-Germain midfielder, has been nominated alongside Manchester City’s duo of Erling Haaland and Kevin De Bruyne for the prestigious 2022–23 UEFA Men’s Player of the Year award. During the previous season, Messi exhibited his prowess by contributing four goals and four assists in seven matches for PSG, despite their elimination in the round of 16. Moreover, he captained Argentina to victory in the World Cup held in December 2022. Erling Haaland’s exceptional talent was evident when he scored the opening goal in the thrilling 5-4 penalty shootout triumph over Sevilla in the Super Cup on Wednesday.…

The Police in Lagos on Thursday arraigned a 40-year-old butcher, Garuba Usman, for allegedly failing to produce one Abdulsalami Saidu for whom he stood as surety. Usman, whose residential address was not provided, is facing a count charge of obstructing the course of justice. He, however, pleaded not guilty. The prosecutor, Insp Innocent Odugbo, told the court that the defendant had, on Aug. 8, at Oko-Oba, Agege, Lagos State, prevented the police from carrying out their duties by failing to produce Saidu at the Oko-Oba Police Station when needed. Odugbo said that the defendant had stood surety for Saidu, also…

The Speaker of House of Representatives, Rep Tajudeen Abbas has appointed five members as chairmen of committees, to replace those appointed ministers by President Bola Tinubu. Abbas, in a statement on Thursday, said the appointment is with immediate effect so as not to allow void in committee leadership. “Following the nomination of some members of the 10th House of Representatives as Ministers by President Bola Tinubu and void in the leadership of some standing committees of the House, it is my pleasure to announce the appointment of the following lawmakers to fill up the vacant positions,” he said. According to…

A Federal High Court in Lagos on Thursday struck out charges of illegal possession of firearm and ammunition preferred against suspended Governor of Central Bank of Nigeria, Godwin Emefiele. Justice Nicholas Oweibo struck out the charges for lack of diligent prosecution, following an application by the Federal Government to withdraw the charges. The oral application was made on Tuesday by Mr Mohammed Abubakar, the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) in the Federal Ministry of Justice. Abubakar had said that the application was informed by emerging facts that needed further investigations. He had prayed the court to grant the application. Emefiele’s…

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has confirmed that a total of 25 military men lost their lives in Niger State. Major General Edward Buba, the Director of Defence Media Operations, said this while giving breakdown of casualties resulting from the ambush of troops in Niger State and a subsequent helicopter crash on August 14, 2023. The breakdown was given during the biweekly briefing of the Defence Media Operations on Thursday. He affirmed that no fewer than 3 officers, 22 soldiers were killed in Niger State while 7 were wounded by terrorists. Insurgents had ambushed troops in the Zungeru area of the…

The arraignment of Godwin Emefiele, the suspended Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), faced a delay due to the ill-health of co-accused and a staff member of the apex bank, Sa’adatu Yaro. Emefiele, along with Sa’adatu Yaro, a CBN staff, and her company, April 16 Investment Ltd., faced a 20-count charge including alleged procurement fraud and conferring of corrupt advantages on himself. The proceedings took place at an FCT High Court. During the hearing on Thursday, the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP), Abubakar Mohammed, informed the court that Yaro had fallen ill in the morning, rendering her unavailable…

The Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS) has warned the general public especially applicants to be weary of fraudulent invitation letters for recruitment into the service. The warning is contained in a statement issued in Abuja on Wednesday by the Service Public Relations Officer (SPRO) Deputy Comptroller of Immigration (DCI) Dr Adedotun Aridegbe. Aridegbe said that invitation letters for recruitment into the service could only be downloaded from the official recruitment portal of the service. “The attention of the acting Comptroller General of NIS, Caroline Adepoju, has been drawn to the activities of some fraudsters, who are deceiving members of the public…

The police in Edo on Wednesday confirmed the arrest of one Gabriel Ahuwa, 84, for allegedly killing his 75 -year-old wife for denying him sex. The Public Relations Officer of the command, SP Chidi Nwabuzor, announced the suspect’s arrest during a news conference in Benin. The octogenarian, Nwabuzor said, is among the 198 suspect apprehended in the state for various crimes, such as armed robbery, kidnapping and murder, among others. ”The suspect is not remorseful. After killing his wife, he still claimed that his action was the only solution to her starving him of sex. READ ALSO: Mother found guilty…

President Bola Tinubu has assured investors that his ongoing repositioning of the economy will receive a boost as he conducts an intensified removal of all bottlenecks in the way of efficient business startup and administration in Nigeria, with a particular emphasis on efficiency in service, tax reviews, and improved security. Tinubu said this in Abuja, while receiving Mr. Ade Adeola, Managing Director of Energy and Natural Resources in Europe, Africa and Middle East for Standard Chartered Bank, according to a statement released by the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity , on Wednesday. He stated that said…

President Bola Tinubu has assigned portfolios to his ministers, over one week after they were screened by the Senate. The portfolios were announced by the president’s office as contained in a statement seen by GOOD EVENING NIGERIA. Ex-Rivers Governor Nyesom Wike was named Minister of the FCT while Wale Edun was named finance minister. See the full portfolios below. PART ONE – MINISTERIAL PORTFOLIOS MINISTER OF COMMUNICATIONS, INNOVATION AND DIGITAL ECONOMY BOSUN TUANI MINISTER OF STATE, ENVIRONMENT AND ECOLOGICAL MANAGEMENT ISHAK SALAKO MINISTER OF FINANCE AND COORDINATING MINISTER OF THE ECONOMY WALE EDUN MINISTER OF MARINE AND BLUE ECONOMY BUNMI…

Kano State Government on Wednesday said it remained committed to support digital access programme for optimal political growth in the state. Governor Abba Yusuf made this known while receiving a report on strategy and action plan prepared by the Blue Sapphire Hub on sustainable and inclusive digital transformation. Represented by his Deputy Gov. Aminu Gwarzo, Yusuf expressed gratitude with the strategic report presented, declaring that the state government would embrace the plan. “Digital transformation is crucial to economic growth, social equity and individual empowerment. “We wholeheartedly embrace the action plans and strategy documents created through this collaboration. “The Ministry of…

The Nigeria National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) Limited has secured a $3 billion emergency crude oil repayment loan from the African Export-Import Bank (AFREXIM Bank). In a post via it’s official handle on X formerly known as twitter @NNPCgroup said, ” The NNPC Ltd. and @afreximbank have jointly signed a commitment letter and Termsheet for an emergency $3billion crude oil repayment loan” The loan signing which took place place at the bank’s headquarters in Cairo, Egypt are expected to provide immediate disbursement, supporting NNPC Ltd. in its mission to aid the Federal Government’s ongoing fiscal and monetary policy reforms. READ ALSO:…

The chairman of a Kano State National and State Houses of Assembly Election Petition Tribunal, Justice Flora Azinge, has expressed her anger over attempts by a Senior Advocate of Nigeria, SAN, to bribe her. Speaking in open court before the commencement of the session on Tuesday in Kano, the judge lamented how senior lawyers particularly engage in unethical practice. Although she did not disclose the identity of the senior lawyer, Ms Azinge said the SAN in question has a pending case before the tribunal. “A Senior Advocate of Nigeria who has a pending case before me is attempting to bribe…

A genetically-modified pig kidney has shown promising results in a groundbreaking medical procedure, functioning effectively for a record-breaking 32 days after being transplanted into a brain dead patient. This achievement comes as part of ongoing research to explore cross-species organ donation, aiming to address the shortage of organs available for transplant. The procedure is especially significant due to the high demand for kidney transplants, with over 88,000 people in the United States alone awaiting this vital procedure. Surgeon Robert Montgomery, director of the NYU Langone Transplant Institute, expressed the significance of this milestone: “This work demonstrates a pig kidney —…

England’s Lionesses shattered Australian dreams with a late surge, clinching a decisive 3-1 victory in Sydney and securing a place in the Women’s World Cup final against Spain. Having faltered at this stage previously, the European champions left no room for error this time, securing their first-ever final berth. The breakthrough came just nine minutes before halftime, as Manchester United’s Ella Toone powered a rocket into the net from just inside the box, showcasing her skill with the outside of her boot. Sam Kerr, back in action after recovering from injury, responded for the home team in the second half…

The police in Lagos on Wednesday arraigned a 26-year-old fashion designer, Nsikat Etim, for allegedly beating up her elder sister and brother-in-law. The defendant, who resides at 411, Dopemu St., Agege, Lagos State, is charged with conspiracy, assault and causing grievous harm. The prosecutor, Insp Hyacinth Agada, told the court that the woman committed the offences on Aug. 3 at 6, Ijaiye St., Papa Ashafa, Agege, Lagos State. Agada said that the defendant came in company with a man, now at large, to the residence of her brother-in-law, Mr Iniabasi Umor, and beat him up along with his wife, Comfort.…

Elias Gora, a retired sport administrator on Wednesday said athletes of Tobi Amusan’s pedigree owed it a duty to the society to do the right thing at the right time. Gora, a former Secretary-General of the Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC) said this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) against the backdrop of Amusan’s suspension by the Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU). GOOD EVENING NIGERIA reports that the suspension is not upturned, Amusan could miss the World Athletics Championships in Budapest, Hungary, from August 19 to 27, as the global body has debunked reports that Amusan had been…