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INEC Timetable: We’ve Been Vindicated By Court Judgement – ADC
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has said it has been vindicated by the Federal High Court’s nullification of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) timetable and schedule of activities for the 2027 general elections. INEC, in a statement by the National Publicity Secretary, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, noted that it had vehemently objected to key aspects of INEC’s guidelines at the time they were issued.
Ighodalo Not Affected By Court Judgement on Edo Primary Election - PDP
By Kamil Opeyemi The Peoples Democratic Party on Thursday said the decision of a Federal High Court which voided the primary election which produced its governorship candidate, Asue Ighodalo, NPO Reported earlier that Justice Inyang Ekwo of the Federal High Court sitting in Abuja, had set aside the PDP’s primary election that produced Asue Ighodalo as the party’s candidate for the September 21 governorship election in Edo State.
Presidential Election: Ohaneze Ndigbo Will Abide By Court Judgement– Iwuanyanwu
By Johnkennedy Uzoma, Owerri. An Elder Statesman and Chairnan Ohanaeze Council of Elders worldwide, Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu, has expressed their profound gratitude to all Nigerians from the six geopolitical zones of Nigeria who supported Mr Peter Obi during the just concluded presidential election.
2023 Guber : We’ll Not Be Discouraged By Court Judgement - Rivers APC
In Rivers State, the All Progressives Congress (APC) has vowed to take all necessary measures to prevent a repeat of what occurred in 2019, when a ruling barred the party from running in the general election. It declared that despite the Federal High Court’s decision on Tuesday to throw out its primary election and exclude its candidates from the 2023 general election, it will not be deterred.
Shell insists its Nigeria asset sale not affected by court judgement
Adebayo Obajemu ( with agency report) Shell Plc has clarified its position in respect of a recent Supreme Court ruling, saying its planned sale of onshore assets in Nigeria will go ahead as planned, adding that the judgement in a case in which a Niger Delta community is seeking compensation for a 2019 oil spill has not affected the sales.
Top Nigerian Newspaper Headlines For Today, Saturday, 25th September, 2021
Good morning Nigeria, welcome to Naija News roundup of top newspaper headlines in Nigeria for today Saturday, 25th September 2021. Boko Haram: Nigerians Need To Know The Sponsors Of Terrorists Nigeria’s Attorney-General, Abubakar Malami SAN, on the sidelines of the 76th Session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York, the United States told journalists that the Buhari government has succeeded in identifying persons responsible for funding terrorism in the country.
Sunday Igboho: AGF Malami Has Agreed To Abide By Court Judgement - Lawyer
A counsel to Yoruba Nation activist, Sunday Adeyemo, popularly known as Sunday Igboho, Yomi Aliyu (SAN) has said the Federal Government has agreed to obey a court judgement in favour of his client. Naija News reports that the Muhammadu Buhari-led government is considering filing a fresh action against Sunday Igboho. The Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, made this known on Thursday in New York on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly.
Ghana: Yvonne Nelson to Sue Anyone Who Writes Negative About Daughter
By Akinwale Akinyoade Ghanaian actress and mother of one, Yvonne Nelson has taken to social media to reveal that she will not tolerate any negative vibes aimed at her daughter, Ryan Roberts. The leggy screen star threatened to sue anyone who speaks or writes anything negative about her daughter whom she shares with British photographer, Jamie Roberts. Nelson said that although she has gotten used to bad reports about herself, she is not ready to tolerate her child being cast in a negative light.
Nigeria: U.S.-Based Doctor Wants Nigerians in Diaspora to Develop Country's Healthcare Sector
A United States of America, USA based healthcare expert and a leading member of the League of Nigerians In Diaspora, LNID, Chief Shegun Olagundoye, has urged investors and professionals in the Diaspora to return home to invest in the large potentials that abound in the nation's medical tourism and other sectors of the economy.
Nigeria: Don't Abandon My Son, Sam Okwaraji's Mother Tells Govt
Nonagenarian mother of late footballer, Sam Okwaraji, Madam Janet Okwaraji has urged the Federal Government and other relevant authorities not to abandon the sacrifices his son made for the country, saying they should immortalise him to encourage national sacrifice. Speaking when a delegation from a non-governmental organization, The Compassionate Heart led by Rev.
Campaigns Like No Other: It’s Either APC Or PDP!
In about two weeks from today, Nigerians will troop out to cast their votes in the presidential poll that is expected to be a fierce battle between the All Progressives Congress (APC) and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Taking into consideration the many weeks of campaigns ahead of the polls, the nature of campaign has been uninspiring and devoid of a perspective capable of advancing our nation.
Osinbajo To Flag Off Lagos To Abeokuta Standard Gauge
Fresh facts have emerged that Vice President Yemi Osinbajo will, on Wednesday, next week, flag off passenger train service from Iju in Lagos State to Abeokuta in Ogun State on the new standard gauge train service pending completion of the Abeokuta to Ibadan axis of the project in June this year. Minister of Transport, Rt Hon Rotimi Amaechi, made this known, yesterday, at Abeokuta after a test run on the Iju to Abeokuta axis of the standard gauge railway line.
PDP Campaign DG Defects To APC
The director general of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Campaign Organisation in Gombe State has defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC). This is contained in a statement issued by the special adviser, Media to the president, Femi Adesina.
BON Partners Nigerian Army To Combat Fake News
The Broadcasting Organisation of Nigeria (BON) has pledged to partner with the Nigerian Army to sensitise citizens on issues of fake news and hate speeches before, during and after the 2019 general elections.
‘How I Became A Female CJTF’
Many families in the North East part of the country are still counting their loses following the activities of the Boko Haram insurgents. CHIKA MEFOR in this report tells the story of one of the victims Anyone who told Zainab Ali, years back that she will probably end up at an IDP camp, would have earned a hot slap. Not that Zainab is the violent type. But she had faced so much challenges which no woman would have been able to bear in her 47 years of existence.
Cassava Production As Catalyst For Growth, Economic Devt
In spite of the fact that Nigeria is one of the largest producers of cassava in the world, the nation has yet to prioritise cassava production, as the majority of cassava produced in the country is basically used as food domestically, JULIANA AGBO writes Cassava which has countless raw materials serves as staple food for Nigerian families especially in the rural areas.
I’m Not Ashamed To Admit my Mistakes - Ita Giwa
Senator Florence Ita Giwa, our woman of substance for this week is popularly called ‘Mama Bakassi’ because of her uncommon commitment to the welfare of the people of Bakassi Background She attended Kilburn Polytechnic in London where I trained to become a nurse and later I became a representative for the Beecham Pharmaceutical Company and later moved to Standall Pharmaceutical Company.
A Prophet And His People
Though a prophet is not honoured among his people, Mr. Peter Obi, former governor of Anambra State is one man who has been honoured by his own people despite the fragments of opposition from his beneficiaries, particularly the incumbent Anambra State governor, Willie Obiano. Obiano, probably misled by his aides, initiated a flurry of attacks on Obi, but all the efforts to rubbish the image and legacies of Obi collapsed like a pack of cards.
I Regret Past Military Coups - Barde
Dr. Gideon Barde is a veteran journalist and a former chief press secretary to the military governor of the then Benue Plateau State, police commissioner Joseph D Gomwalk. The media guru shares his life story with ACHOR ABIMAJE in Jos When and where were you born? I was born on 28 September 1948 in the town called Dungung in the present Kanke local government area of Plateau State, Nigeria. How do you know that you were born on that day?
2019: Kano Still PMB’s Stronghold
On Thursday, President Muhammadu Buhari’s campaign train berthed in Kano, a state regarded as one of the traditional strongholds of the president. Recall that in the 2015 presidential election, the president garnered 3 million votes in the state. Kano is the largest state in Nigeria in terms of population. It is second to Lagos in terms of the number of PVCs, with 5.5 million votes up for grabs in the February elections.
Presidency: A Dangling Carrot Between Two Zones
While who becomes the next president of Nigeria on February 16 presidential general election is still a matter under contention, the debate on which zone should produce the next president of the country has gradually taken over the political space in the last few months. The incumbent, President Muhammadu Buhari, is said to be under pressure by some leaders of the South East to support the zoning of power from the North to the region as they have persistently agitated.
Valentine Wish List For 30’s Gentlemen
Valentine is a season of love and appreciation, a time to express your love and gratitude to special people in your life and a way of saying thank you. Everyone knows shopping for anyone other than yourself is not exactly an easy task, it is especially more nerve-racking when shopping for a sartorial inclined stylish gentle man in his mid to late twenties. We have taken it upon ourselves to make this task easy for you so below is a carefully curated list of Valentine gift items for him.
Transform Your Passions Into Business - Adetoke
Adetoke Oluwo, the head of SGTC Clothing, a contemporary Afrocentric, ready-to-wear fashion brand with over 150 designs, in this chat with Millicent Arebun Onuoha, speaks on her outfit, travails of major fashion designers and her plans for global significance How did you start your brand? I am a TV/Film producer and international fashion reporter. I actually started as a TV presenter for Super screen television in 2011 where I grew to become the head of department for the TV station.
Which Foods Help With Breastfeeding?
To produce milk, the body requires extra calories. Certain foods and drinks may also influence the amount of milk that a woman produces. There has been very little research into foods that increase lactation. However, the following may encourage the production of breast milk: Oatmeal Oatmeal contains fiber, iron, magnesium, and zinc. According to anecdotal reports, oatmeal is one of the best foods for boosting the milk supply.
Nigeria And The Growing Menace Of Drug Abuse
Amidst the widespread commendations over the ban of codeine by the federal government, a new large-scale nationwide survey has revealed that drug use by people within the ages of 15 and 64 years in Nigeria is on the rise. TUNDE OGUNTOLA writes. A new survey on drug use in Nigeria has shown that the nation is breeding a wild generation of drug addicts.
Hope Rises As PMB Commissions Baro River Ports After Years Of Abandonment
YUSUF BABALOLA examines how the commissioning of Baro River Port by President Muhammadu Buhari will help create jobs, give hope to the remaining river ports and strengthen economy of the North. In the days of the colonial masters, they built two river ports, Baro and Lokoja, for ease of movement of raw materials and movement from one part of the country to another.
Jumia Set To Receive Leadership ‘eCommerce Company Award
Jumia Nigeria has won this year’s Leadership Newspapers eCommerce Company of the Year Award (2018). The award is given in recognition of its contributions to promoting micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in Nigeria and for remaining the most trusted and recognised online retailer.
Our Recession Stories By Nigerians
The events of these past years have left most Nigerians to chew on but have they learned anything? ALO ABIOLA writes Prior to 2014, Nigeria had earned $592 billion from the oil and gas sector and about N143.5 billion from the solid mineral between 2007 and 2014.
3m People In Lake Chad Region Risks Acute Food Shortage - Report
A United Nations report has projected that about three million people living in the Lake Chad Region including three states in northeast Nigeria, are at danger of acute food shortage from June to August 2019.
Stealing In Houses Of Worship
Worship centres and prayer houses of the main religions in Nigeria are supposed to be sanctuaries of holiness where adherents should frequent with utmost devotion and piety, but as GABRIEL ATUMEYI reports, that is not always the case. Mere waking up in the morning to take one’s bath and hurrying up to places of worship daily or on appointed days of the week is no doubt a testament of a person’s devotion to a particular creed.
Rise, Rise And Rise Of Moonlighting
These days many employees are no longer just engaged in the tasks assigned to them by their employers, they are now engaged in other activities that, of course, generate extra income for them. This practice in the years gone would have been top secrets, but today, the story is different. JULIET KUYET BULUS reports Blessing Bassey is a teacher.
Kaduna State Inaugurates Rural Milk Processing Facility
Kaduna State government has inaugurated a rural milk processing plant in Ladugga grazing reserve in Kachia local government area of the state. The rural milk processing plant, which has the capacity to process 500-litres of raw milk into yoghurt, was set up by the community cooperative, Kachia Bollol Ndurgol with the technical and financial support of the Business Innovation Facility (BIF), a DFID funded project.
Over 10,000 Jostle For BBNaija Auditioning Venues
Expectedly, the different venues of the Big Brother Naija BBN auditioning were besieged by over 10,000 youths as they hoped to gain entry to the reality show, which will now hold in Nigeria as against South Africa which has been hosting before now. The Lagos venue of auditioning at Adeniyi Jones area of Ikeja, received a large number of youths in their hundreds.
CAS To Field Commanders: We Remain Apolitical
The chief of air staff, Air Marshal Sadique Abubakar, has charged personnel to remain apolitical during the 2019 elections, stressing that the Nigerian Air Force does not belong to any political party. The CAS stated this, yesterday, at the NAF headquarters during a briefing with branch chiefs and field commanders ahead of the 2019 election scheduled to hold on 16th February and 2nd March.
APC Postpones Presidential Rally In Zamfara
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has postponed its presidential campaign rally in Zamfara State from February 3 to February 10. The state chairman of the party, Alhaji Lawal Liman, disclosed this in Gusau, yesterday. February 3 had earlier been scheduled for the presidential campaign rally in Katsina and Zamfara States. The State APC chapter had constituted a 60-man committee headed by Gov Abdula’ziz Yari for the rally in the state.
PDP Demands Inquiry Into Presence Of Niger Republic Govs At APC Rally
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) yesterday, condemned the alleged participation of foreigners in the All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential rally in Kano State and called on security agents to investigate the matter. The PDP national publicity secretary, Kola Ologbondiyan, at a press briefing in Abuja, stated this while decrying the presence of Issa Moussa and Zakiri Umar, governors of Zinder and Maradi States respectively, in Niger Republic at the Kano APC rally.
PDP Requests Disqualification Of PMB Over Alleged Monetary Inducement
The national chairman of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), Prince Uche Secondus, has called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to immediately disqualify the All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential candidate country, President Muhammadu Buhari, over alleged monetary inducement.
Nollywood Actors Still Popular In Death
Year in year out, we mourn one actor or the other. But even though they are not physically present, some of these actors have remained present on screen and continued to dominate the industry somehow. In this report, ANTHONY ADA ABRAHAM writes on some of such actors in Nollywood and how they live on. It is nature’s plan that when the time is right, we would all exit this world.
Why PMB Should Not Visit Zamfara Now - Marafa
Senator Kabiru Marafa has explained reasons President Muhammadu Buhari should put his scheduled visit to Zamfara State tomorrow on hold for now. Speaking to State House correspondents, yesterday, at the Presidential Villa, Marafa said trhat the political impasse in the state should be resolved before the president’s visit.
Court Admits Evans’ Confessional Statement, Dismisses Torture Claim
Justice Hakeem Oshodi of the Lagos State High Court in Ikeja, yesterday, dismissed the claims of kidnap kingpin, Chukwudumeme Onwuamadike, also known as Evans, that he was tortured by the men of the Police Inspector-General’s Intelligence Response Team and the Special Anti Robbery Squad (SARS) after his arrest. Justice Oshodi dismissed the claim while ruling on a trial within trial proceedings to determine whether the extra-judicial statements made by Evans were made voluntarily.
I Was A Rascal - Jide Kosoko
Prince Jide Kosoko is one of the pacesetters and pioneers of the motion picture industry we call Nollywood. He has been into acting for 47 years. In this chat with SAMUEL ABULUDE the veteran actor who is a member of Board of Trustees (BOT) of TAMPAN, speaks on his journey into acting, the Motion Picture Practitioners Council of Nigeria (MOPPICON) Bill and his new project on the history of Lagos among others How do you feel at 65? I feel happy, I feel great.
Runtown Ready For A New Life
…as he wins court case against Eric Manny It was all joy and happiness when the Federal High Court Abuja on Friday 23 January, issued restraining order against Eric Manny from interfering in Runtown’s affairs and music career. Runtown will henceforth concentrate on his music career without interference from his former record label and team. He posted a clip of the headline on Instagram with caption; “Able God.” The restraining order was passed in judgement in favour of Runtown by Justice O.A Musa.
I Removed 5 Ribs, Small Intestine – Gambian Actress
Controversial Gambian actress, Princess Shyngle, who has been highly criticised for undergoing surgery for having very tiny waist has revealed how she accomplished the feat. According to her, she doesn’t care what people say about her. She’s only concerned about what is good for her. She posted this on her Instagram page. “My small intestine was removed, remaining the big intestines, got to remove all these ribs. Who ribs esp? You can call me fake, I call myself a work of art,” she posted.
Yahoo Boys Current Craze For Pants, Bras
I believe nobody’s undies is missing because everyone has to be scared these days. The rate at which young men are desperate to make quick money should be of concern not just to our communities but also to the government. You see them want to be the next social media vixen like Hushpuppi who celebrates international brand like Gucci, Prada, Amani and others, flying around the world and dinning with the biggest celebrities in Nigeria.
Kogi Intending Pilgrims Get March 31 Deadline For Registration
The Kogi State Hajj Commission has set 31st of March, 2019 as deadline for the registration of intending pilgrims for the 2019 Hajj exercise, even as it has commenced sensitisation campaign across the 21 local government areas of the state.
FG To Establish Entrepreneurial Bank
The federal government plans to establish a low interest loan bank known as Entrepreneurial Bank to support beneficiaries of its N-Power and other welfare programmes initiated by the current administration. Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, who made this known, yesterday, at Nsit Atai local government area of Akwa Ibom State during a special campaign rally, said that the federal government had fed over 9.2millon children under its school-feeding programme.
Police, INEC Reiterate Readiness For Fair Elections In Bayelsa
The Bayelsa State Police Command and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in the state, have restated their commitment to ensuring free, fair and credible elections for the people. They made the remark at the one-day-training for journalists on the 2019 election coverage organised by the Bayelsa State chapter of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) in Yenagoa, yesterday.
Kaduna To Combine Western, Islamic Education In Schools
Kaduna State governor, Malam Nasir el-Rufai, has said that every child in the state must have access to free education, including the Almajiris. Speaking at a stakeholders’ meeting at Zaria, in continuation of APC campaign tour, the governor added that government has already doubled primary school enrolment. El-Rufai, explained that his administration is determined to solve the almajiri problem through access to free education.
Why I Take Tough Decisions On Corruption - PMB
President Muhammadu Buhari has stated that he has made progress in his three cardinal objectives of fight against corruption, insecurity and the economy. He said that his fight against corruption was to guarantee a better future for Nigeria.
APC Chieftain Donates Digital Campaign Office For PMB’s Re-election
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Gombe State, Dr. Jamil Isyaku Gwamna, has inaugurated a campaign office, which he donated to coordinate the Northeast campaign activities for the re-election of President Muhammadu Buhari in the February 16 presidential election.
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