An unidentified man was tragically killed in the Otto area of Lagos mainland in a clash between area boys and soldiers whose identities are yet to be disclosed. Reports reveal that the soldiers were dispatched to provide security for Chinese workers engaged in maintenance construction along the railway tracks. According to a source, the clash was sparked by ongoing tensions between local youths, referred to as ‘Omo onile,’ and the construction workers. “The Chinese workers have stopped using the police because they feel like the police could not handle the boys. So they brought soldiers,” the source said. A video…
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Alhaji Ahmed Seriki, the Chairman of Oke-Oyi Community Development Association of Ilorin East Local Government area of Kwara, has called on IBEDC to restore normal electricity supply after 18 months of power outage in the area. In an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Sunday in Ilorin, Seriki decried the situation and appealed to the Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC) to urgently address the issue. The situation, he said, has been affecting the commercial activities in the area, amidst prevailing economic hardship. “We urge the appropriate authorities, particularly the state Governor and the IBEDC, to restore the…
The media was recently awash with news of coup d’état in Niger Republic. Gen. Abdourahamane Tiani-led military junta struck on July 26, sweeping aside the democratically elected government led by President Mohamed Bazoum. With the coup, Niger joined the list of growing African countries under military rule. Already in the fold are Guinea, Burkina Faso, Mali, Chad and Sudan. Justifying the putsch, the spokesperson of the coup plotters, Col. Amadou Abdramane, said sacking Bazoum was the military’s response to `put an end to the regime that you know due to the deteriorating security situation and bad governance`. Opponents of military…
President Bola Tinubu has said that Nigeria would not continue with a “failed economic theory” that sees 90 percent of its scarce revenue wasted on servicing external debts amidst the nation’s numerous development challenges. Speaking at Chief MKO Abiola Stadium, Abuja, where he opened the Annual Conference of the Nigerian Bar Association, Tinubu emphasized that Nigeria’s future prosperity relies on eliminating poverty through the collaborative efforts of private sector leaders. Addressing the assembly of 16,190 lawyers, Tinubu stated that the prosperity Nigerians require will only occur once poverty is banished from the society with the focused cooperation of Nigeria’s private…
Hannatu Musawa, the Minister of Art, Culture, and Creative Economy, has shed light on why she did not complete the mandatory one-year National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) programme she enrolled in 22 years ago. The law mandates that all Nigerians who graduate from tertiary institutions, whether within or outside Nigeria, must undergo a 12-month NYSC programme. There are exemptions for individuals who are 30 years old before graduating, those who served for more than nine months in the armed forces or police, staff of Nigerian security organizations, and those who have received national honors. However, Musawa, who reportedly enrolled in…
The National Petroleum Company Ltd. stated (NNPCL) on Sunday, said Nigeria loses an average of 7.2 million dollars monthly from the illegal connection discovered at Owaza in Abia The company stated this after the oil theft situation assessment delegation deployed in the Niger Delta by President Bola Tinubu, discovered an illegal oil connection on Saturday. It said that clandestine refineries, illegal bunkering operations and environmental devastation the team saw collectively translated into severe economic losses for the nation. The delegation, led by the Minister of Defence, Malam Muhammed Badaru, has service chiefs, and the Minister of State for Petroleum Resources…
NDLEA foiled an attempt by a 29-year-old South African, Erasmus Jean-Pierre, to export 2.6kg of methamphetamine through the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, on August 23. NDLEA’s Director, Media and Advocacy, Mr Femi Babafemi stated on Sunday in Abuja that Jean-Pierre concealed the drugs in his luggage while heading to the Middle East through an Ethiopian Airlines flight. “Preliminary investigation showed that the suspect arrived in Lagos through Abidjan, on Saturday August 19. “He came to Abuja on Tuesday, Aug. 22 and took possession of the brown bag containing the drug consignment on Wednesday August 23. “It was after this…
The Association of Senior Civil Servant of Nigeria(ASCSN), says the reduction in the number of days civil servants appear physically at work is not economically beneficial to the country. Mr Tommy Okon, ASCSN National President said this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Sunday in Abuja. Okon said that the new development would also affect the productivity of the workfore. It be would be recall that President Bola Tinubu had on May 29th, announced the removal of fuel subsidy, prompting economic challenges for majority of Nigerians. This lead to some civil servants cutting down the…
The National Association of Government General Medical and Dental Practitioners on Sunday appealed to governors of the 36 states of the federation to domesticate Federal Government’s health insurance scheme. Domesticating the health insurance scheme in all states would help to reduce the harsh socioeconomic situation currently being faced by Nigerians, its president, Dr Sofiri Peterside said in Akwanga, Nasarawa State. He told newsmen at the end of the association’s National Executive Council meeting that federal civil servants and their counterparts in states operating the scheme were benefiting immensely from the scheme. He decried repeated situations where medical practitioners had had…
Mr Tunji Oyebanji, the Chief Executive Officer of 11 Plc has enjoined Nigerians to convert their petrol-powered vehicles to Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) ones, noting that it is affordable and economical. Oyebanji gave the advice in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Sunday in Lagos. NAN reports that President Bola Tinubu on Aug. 18 approved the establishment of the Presidential Compressed Natural Gas Initiative (PCNGI) to facilitate nationwide adoption of gas-powered vehicles. The initiative was in furtherance of his commitment to easing the impact of fuel subsidy removal on Nigerians by reducing energy costs. He said…
No fewer than 35 out 80 Vesicovaginal Fistula (VVF) patients, taking shelter at the Treatment Centre in Maryam Abacha Women and Children Hospital, Sokoto State, are awaiting surgery, a News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) report has confirmed According to the report, 35 patients are on the awaiting surgery register, while others have undergone surgery more than once but the condition still persists, which made them to rather continue to stay at the centre, hoping to get cured some day. Another reason was the banditry activities, where some rehabilitated patients could not go back to their communities because of displacements as…
The Police Command in Ogun said one Babatunde Kolawole, allegedly found with a fresh male human corpse, was arrested and handed over to its personnel at Ado/Odo-Ota area of the state. SP Omolola Odutola, the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), who disclosed this in a statement on Sunday in Ota, Ogun, said the suspect was apprehended by Amotekun corps. According to her, the Divisional Police Officer (DPO), Sango-Ota, CSP Saleh Dahiru, received a report by Amotekun and took the suspect, Kolawole, into custody. “Preliminary investigations have commenced into the incident. “Although the suspect did not deny the incident, he claims…
The Adamawa Command of Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) says 31 lives were lost to road accidents from January to July this year. The command also confirmed that 274 persons sustained various degrees of injuries in the road crashes within the period under review. Mr Yelwa Dio, FRSC’s Sector Commander in tbe state, disclosed this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Yola on Saturday. According to him, during the period the command recorded 126 road crashes involving 548 people. The sector commander attributed major causes of the accidents to excessive speeding, overloading of persons and…
Nigerian actor and comedian, Bovi Ugboma, professionally known as Bovi, has discredited the widespread speculation that he and fellow comedian Basketmouth were no longer on amicable terms, saying they have smooth relationships. In an interview, Bovi, known for his popular show, ”Man On Fire” addressed rumors suggesting a strained relationship and alleged connection to Basketmouth’s marriage troubles. When asked about his relationship with Basketmouth and why they no longer hang out together, said it was nothing unusual as he can’t continue to hang out with all the time when they both have responsibilities to look after. Speaking further, Bovi disclosed…
Some parents in Kubwa, a suburb in the Federal Capital Territory, have called on the federal and state governments to develop bicycle lanes on roads for students who have bicycles to ride to schools and other places safe. They made the call at the second edition of a 10-kilometre cycling competition organised for students Abuja. The competition tagged “Bikers Race: Cycling is Fun”, was organised by Apexdotcom in collaboration with Dynamic Women on Point. Mrs Marian Oluwapidan, a parent and one of the organisers of the competition, said that the competition would encourage children to take themselves to school or…
The Zimbabwe’s President, Emmerson Mnangagwa, late on Saturday, has been declared winner of the nation’s presidential election with roughly 53% of the vote. However, this outcome immediately drew skepticism and challenges from both the opposition, analysts, and international observer. The election result would see Mnangagwa in power for a second term, while his political party, Zimbabwe African National Union – Patriotic Front (ZANU–PF) continue to rule Zimbabwe for 43 years, having being in power since the country gained independence from British rule in 1980. Mnangagwa, who took over from longtime leader Robert Mugabe after a 2017 army coup, was widely…
Amidst a rainy evening in London, accompanied by resounding thunder echoing across the Emirates Stadium, Arsenal and Fulham engaged in a relentless contest that unfolded over 90 minutes. The match saw an early blunder from Thomas Partey, setting the tone for a back-and-forth struggle that saw the Cottagers seize an initial advantage. The drama ensued as Bukayo Saka converted a 66th-minute penalty, leveling the match after Fabio Vieira was fouled inside the box. Momentum swung back and forth, and in the 75th minute, Vieira again took center stage. READ ALSO: Manchester United Stages Comeback to Triumph Over Nottingham Forest The…
In an impressive turnaround, Manchester United overcame a two-goal deficit within just four minutes to secure a 3-2 victory against a 10-player Nottingham Forest at Old Trafford. The game started with a surprise as goals from Taiwo Awoniyi and Willy Boly quickly put United on the back foot. Steve Cooper’s side appeared poised to secure their first Premier League away win since January. However, United swiftly regained their footing. Christian Eriksen managed to narrow the gap with a goal, and in the second half, Forest’s hopes for victory faded. Casemiro’s goal leveled the playing field, and the tide shifted decisively…
The Niger junta has directed its armed forces to assume the highest level of alert due to an escalating risk of attack, as outlined in an internal document issued by the country’s defense chief on Friday. A reliable security source in Niger has confirmed the authenticity of the document. According to Reuters, the directive, which was made public on Saturday through online platforms, mandates the armed forces to maintain a state of maximum preparedness. The Junta, according to the document said maximum alert would allow forces to respond adequately in case of any attack and “avoid a general surprise”. “Threats…
Governor Babagana Zulum of Borno has announced the donation of N36 million to be shared at N30,000 each to the 1,215 National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members deployed to the state. GOOD EVENING NIGERIA had reported that NYSC orientation resumed last week in Borno after 13 years of suspension due to insurgency. A statement on Saturday by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Media and Strategy, Malam Isa Gusau, said that Zulum made the donation during his visit to the NYSC orientation camp in Maiduguri. Gusau said that Zulum also allocated 100 bags of rice, 10 cows, 10 bags…