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Desert Herald mourns veteran journalist, Timaus Mathias
The management of Desert Herald newspapers has expressed shock and sadness over the death of a veteran journalist, Mr. Timaus Mathias. Mathias died on Friday after a protracted illness at the age of 73. A condolence message signed by Mr. Ibrahim Mada, the special projects manager of the company noted that the world of journalism has lost one of its finest brains.
Effective healthcare delivery: Adamawa Govt set to recruit 600 health workers
In a move to address manpower shortfall for formidable healthcare delivery services, the Adamawa state government has approved the recruitment of 600 more health workers in the state.
Adamawa exec council approves N264m for resucitation of fertilizer blending plant
The Adamawa State Executive Council has approved the resuscitation of the state fertilizer blending plan at the cost of over N264 million. The resuscitation plant is aimed at boosting food security which in the short and long run will aid state farmers to acquire the input at an affordable rate. This was disclosed during a press briefing by the commissioner of Information and Strategy, Dr. Garba Pella shortly at the 8th 2022 council meeting presided over by Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri.
Fertilizer subsidy: How APC is sabotaging Govt Efforts
Barely a month ago, the ruling Peoples Democratic Party, (PDP) in Adamawa State fingered the opposition All Progressives Congress, (APC) of diverting Federal Government Support Program; Conditional Cash Transfer, (CCT) to score political gain, another accusation has emerged. The PDP led administration has again alleged that, the APC, in it’s bid to de-market governments laudable projects has hijacked sales of subsidized fertilizers to the state’s farmers.
Fintiri mourns Chief Timaus Mathias
Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri has sent his message of condolence to the family, relatives and friends of the late Chief Timawus Mathias who died on Friday after an illness at the age of 73. A statement by Humwashi Wonosikou Fintiri’s press secretary said the governor who described the demise of Chief Timawus Mathias as shocking, eulogized the late veteran Journalist as a patriotic Nigerian who served the country diligently in various capacities.
Bauchi Governor Swears-In Six New Commissioners, Others
By Umar Usman Duguri The Bauchi State Governor, His Excellency, Senator Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed has presided over the historic swearing-in ceremony of six Honourable Commissioners and five Special Advisers, calling on them to discharge their responsibilities to the best interest of Bauchi state. Speaking at the occasion held at Banquet Hall, Government House Bauchi, Mohammed said three of the commissioners were reappointed based on their commendable record of performance.
NNPC pays N297 per litre subsidy as petrol hits N462
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) says it is paying N297 subsidy on every litre of Premium Motor Spirit, otherwise known as petrol, that is sold in the country. The NNPC said the combination of various present cost elements has translated to retail pump price of N462 per litre. It added that the subsidy payment of N297 is to make the product easily affordable to Nigerians.
Atiku: Driver of Nigeria’s telecoms revolution
As Nigeria returned to civilian rule in 1999, the most populous black nation in the world was expanding at an annual national population growth rate of 2.58 per cent, according to UN – Habitat. With a population of 119,695,565 people, Nigeria was a nation waiting for its many challenges to be taken up.
Pastor arrested for defiling 14-year-old chorister
The Ogun State Police Command says its operatives have arrested a pastor for allegedly defiling a 14-year-old choir member at Agbado area of the state. The command’s spokesperson, SP Abimbola Oyeyemi, who made the disclosure on Sunday, said the 38-year-old pastor is the General Overseer of ‘The Beloved Chapel’ in the Agbado area of the state.
N6.3bn fraud: We’ll appeal ex-Gov Jang, Pam’s acquittal ― EFCC
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission says it has initiated an appeal against the judgement of a Plateau State High Court sitting in Jos which discharged and acquitted a former governor of the state, Air Commodore Jonah Jang (rtd), over the N6.3 billion corruption charges preferred against him by the EFCC. The EFCC spokesperson, Wilson Uwujaren, made this known via a statement issued on Friday.
Serena Williams ends career with US Open defeat
Serena Williams’ dreams of a fairytale finish to her glittering career were dashed on Friday as the tennis icon was sent crashing out of the US Open by Australia’s Ajla Tomljanovic. The 40-year-old Williams – who last month signalled she planned to retire after the Open – was beaten 7-5, 6-7 (4/7) 6-1 by Tomljanovic in a gruelling 3-hour 5-minute battle.
Ayeni: I’ve no plan to travel with EFCC chair to Dubai
The former Chairman of the defunct Skye Bank, Tunde Ayeni, has debunked the plans to travel to Dubai, the United Arab Emirates with the Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Abdulrasheed Bawa. A report had earlier emerged that Ayeni planned to travel to Dubai with Bawa to promote what it described as “Tunde Ayeni’s 2023 political interests”.
7 family members die after breakfast meal in Sokoto
Seven members of a family have been confirmed dead after eating a breakfast meal in Kaura village, Yabo Local Government Area of Sokoto State. It was gathered that the family members, except the father, died after taking the breakfast meal. The man’s two wives and five children were said to have died in the early hours of Tuesday after eating a local meal, couscous, popularly known as Dambu.
Forensic Audit: N11.9bn stolen from Kwara treasury in eight years
A Forensic Audit report has revealed that N11.9 billion of public funds was carted away from the treasury of Kwara State between 2011 and 2019 without any lawful tie to any project or programme. The forensic audit report revealed, amid other mind-boggling revelations, of alleged malfeasance within the period. This was contained in a statement issued on Thursday by Rafiu Ajakaye, the Chief Press Secretary to Kwara State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq.
Police arrest man for killing parents in Jigawa
The operatives of the Jigawa State Police Command have arrested a 37-year-old man, Munkaila Ahmadu, for allegedly killing his parents in the state. The Jigawa State Police Public Relations Officer, Lawan Shiisu, who disclosed this via a statement issued on Thursday, said the incident occurred in Gagarawa Local Government Area of the state.
Flood: Kano govt begins demolition of illegal buildings
The Kano State Government has begun demolition of illegal buildings built in the Kwari Textile market which caused flooding in the market. The Star had reported how flooding ravaged the market a few days ago where over 250 shops were affected and properties worth millions of naira were damaged. The traders in the market and Kano Emergency Management Agency (SEMA) had blamed the indiscriminate erection of structures on waterways as the major cause of the flood.
N6.3bn fraud: EFCC loses as court frees ex-Gov Jang
A Plateau State High Court sitting in Jos on Friday discharged and acquitted a former governor of the state, Air Commodore Jonah Jang (rtd), over the N6.3 billion corruption charges preferred against him by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). The presiding judge, Justice Christy Dabup, also discharged and acquitted a former cashier in the office of the Secretary to the Plateau State Government, Yusuf Pam. Jang and Pam have been standing trial since May 4, 2018.
Strike: NANS hits ASUU, says lecturers engage in sabotage
The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has described the recent declaration of indefinite strike by the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) as “educational terrorism and economic sabotage”. NANS said the decision was not only unpatriotic, unnecessary but wicked and only serves the interest of lecturers who are on a mission to collapse university education in Nigeria.
EFCC Chair: I won’t submit to blackmail of private interests
Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Abdulrasheed Bawa, has declared that he won’t submit to blackmail or act in any way predetermined or teleguided by private interests. Bawa said he will only be guided by the commission’s mandate and its Standard Operating Procedure. The EFCC chairman dismissed the report that he is travelling abroad with the former Chairman of the defunct Skye Bank, Mr. Tunde Ayeni.
Customs boss faults NNPC on fuel consumption, says subsidy fraudulent
The Comptroller-General of Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Col. Hameed Ali (rtd), has faulted the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited’s figure on daily fuel consumption in the country. Ali said more than 38 million litres of fuel are diverted daily according to the NNPC submission. He said it was unbelievable the Nigerian oil company which put Nigeria’s daily fuel consumption at 60 million litres claimed to have released 98 million litres into the market.
INEC to publish presidential, NASS candidates’ final list Sept 20
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has said it would publish the final list of candidates for presidential, Senate, and House of Representatives seats on September 20 ahead of the 2023 general election. INEC Chairman, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, said this in Abuja on Thursday at the ‘Expert Meeting on Conducting Nigeria’s 2023 General Election in Volatile Security Environment’. The event was organised by the Centre for Democracy and Development (CDD) in conjunction with INEC.
DSS: We Don’t Engage In Abduction Of Citizens
The Department of State Services (DSS) has said that its personnel have never been involved in abduction of citizens, under whatever guise. A statement by the Service’s spokesperson, Dr. Peter Afunanya, Wednesday, explained that: “As part of its enforcement activities, the DSS arrests when, where and if necessary.” According to Afunanya: “This is evidently carried out in line with tenets of democratic ideals.
Absence Of Ministers, Others May Stall Timely Passage Of N19.76trn Budget
Ongoing legislative activities on the 2023-2025 Medium Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) and Fiscal Policy Paper (FSP) suffered a major setback on Wednesday sequel to the absence of Ministers and heads of key revenue generating agencies, parastatals and Commissions before the House of Representatives Committee on Finance.
Over 70 CSOs ask Senate to reject nomination of APC members as INEC RECs
…Accuses Buhari of undermining efforts to improve credibility of INEC A Coalition of over 70 Civil Society Organisations (CSOs), the Nigeria Civil Society Situation Room has asked the Senate Committee on Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to reject the nomination of Prof.
2 drowned, 7 rescued as boat capsizes in Jigawa
Two persons drowned while seven others were rescued after a boat carrying them capsized at Miga Local Government Area of Jigawa State. The Jigawa State Police Public Relations Officer, Lawan Adam, who made this known via a statement issued on Tuesday, said the incident occurred when nine farmers were returning from home between Galauchime to Sansani village in Miga LGA of the state.
NCAA, NAMA, FAAN demand N59.3bn debt payment from Max Air
Aviation agencies in Nigeria have demanded the payment of N42.7 billion and $16.6 million (N7.13 billion) debt from domestic airlines. The agencies of the Federal Ministry of Aviation have given the local airlines one-month ultimatum to pay their outstanding debts for the services rendered to them. The domestic airlines are indebted to the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) to the tune of N19 billion and $7.6 million.
Atiku: Nigeria’s economy in deeper trouble during APC govt
The presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar, says Nigeria’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) released by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has shown that the country’s economy is in “deeper trouble than the APC-led government is willing to admit”. NBS, in its statistics quarterly report released last Friday, said Nigeria’s GDP stood at N45 trillion in the second quarter of 2022 on a year-on-year basis.
PHOTOS: Jonathan hosts Tinubu, APC governors
Former President Good luck Jonathan on Tuesday hosted the Presidential Candidate of the All Progressives Congress, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu; his running mate, Senator Kashim Shettima and APC governors in Abuja. The parley was held at Jonathan’s residence. The meeting was part of consultations ahead of the 2023 general election. The Star
ASUU strike: Minister, NUC, VCs, Pro-Chancellors meet Sept 6
In a bid to halt the indefinite strike declared by the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), the National Universities Commission (NUC) has scheduled a meeting among the Minister of Education, Malam Adamu Adamu, Pro-Chancellors and Vice-Chancellors of federal universities for September 6. The meeting will hold at the commission’s headquarters, Abuja. NUC Executive Secretary, Prof.
Osinbajo to Govs: We need to act fast on economy, ASUU strike
Vice President Yemi Osinbajo has said the government must act fast on the country’s economy and the industrial action embarked upon by the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU). Osinbajo called on the governors elected on the platform of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) to work with the Federal Government with a view to bringing urgent resolution to the economy and ASUU strike for the benefit of Nigerians.
Man City in talks to sign Borussia Dortmund’s Akanji
Manchester City have commenced talks to sign Borussia Dortmund centre-back, Manuel Akanji. Akanji is into the final year of his contract and has yet to make an appearance for Dortmund this season. City manager, Pep Guardiola, did not rule out bringing in more signings before Thursday’s transfer deadline when he spoke to the press in his news conference ahead of Wednesday’s game against Nottingham Forest.
Buhari: I won’t allow any candidate to intimidate Nigerians in 2023
President Muhammadu Buhari says he would not allow any candidate to use personal resources or influence to intimidate Nigerians ahead of the 2023 general election. Buhari said his administration would allow intimidation “materially, morally or physically”, adding that the All Progressives Congress (APC) would bequeath strong political institutions that reflect Nigerians’ choices, through non-interference in elections.
Reps summon TCN over $33m monthly payment on power supply
The House of Representatives’ Committee on Finance has summoned the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) over the monthly payment of $33 million without providing commensurate power supply to the country. The committee, at its investigative hearing in Abuja on Monday, wondered why it was only Azura Power West Africa Limited forcing the country to pay the firm $33m monthly whether it supplies power or not.
Atiku: I didn’t promise to hand over federal universities to state govts
The presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar, has denied saying he will hand over Federal Government-owned universities to state governments if elected as president in 2023. Atiku was earlier reported to have said this on Monday while speaking as a panelist at the 2022 Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) Annual General Conference held at the Eko Hotels, Lagos State.
A coalition of Civil Society demands the immediate Sack of the National Security Adviser
The Nigeria Civil Society Coalition has asked President Muhu Buhari, to immediately sack the National Security Adviser, Major General Babagana Monguno (rtd).
Shettima: Tinubu’ll hit the ground running from day one
The vice-presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Kashim Shettima, has said the achievements of the party in Lagos, Borno, and other states would be replicated across the country by himself and his principal, Bola Tinubu, if elected in 2023. Shettima said this on Monday while speaking as a panelist at the 2022 Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) Annual General Conference held at the Eko Hotels, Lagos State.
$418m refund: Govs accuse AGF of working for consultants
The Nigerian Governors Forum (NGF) has accused the Attorney General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami (SAN), of abdicating his duty of defending public and now sides with consultants against the states in the $418 million Paris Club Refund debacle. NGF, in a statement by its director media and public affairs, Abdurazaque Bello-Barkindo, said that the AGF has proven the allegation through releasing of multiple press statements backing the consultants.
Joshua: I fought Usyk, emotions; I let myself down
Anthony Joshua, British-Nigerian boxer on Sunday, on Sunday admitted that he let himself down in his encounter with Ukrainian Oleksandr Usyk. The match took place on Saturday in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, where Joshua fought back tears after he narrowly lost to Usyk. Usyk, in a highly anticipated rematch, beat Joshua on split decision to retain the IBO, IBF, WBA and WBO heavyweight title. Joshua threw away two championship belts from the ring and stormed out of the ring, before returning.
353 prisoners on death row, 200 serving life imprisonment in Lagos
No fewer than 353 inmates are currently on death row at the Kirikiri Custodial Centre. The spokesman of the Lagos State Command of the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS ), Mr Rotimi Oladokun,disclosed this on Sunday. According to him, about 210 inmates are also serving life jail terms. Father turns daughter to prostitute, impregnates teenager He explained that there were five custodial centres in Lagos namely, Ikoyi, Badagry, Kirikiri Female, Kirikiri Medium and Kirikiri Maximum.
Leeds thrash Chelsea 3-0 to maintain impressive EPL start
Chelsea suffered a 3-0 shock defeat to Leeds United on Sunday as Jesse Marsch’s side maintained an impressive start to the 2022-23 season. Shay Given reflects on Edouard Mendy’s error as the Chelsea goalkeeper had a moment to forget after he was tackled by Brenden Aaronson to gift Leeds the opening goal.
The Buhari-Dangote war on malaria
By Salisu Na’inna Dambatta The inauguration of the Nigeria End-Malaria Council (NEMC) by President Muhammadu Buhari has raised expectations that a big push would be made towards freeing our country from the killer ailment. The 16-member Council is chaired by the top business mogul, Alhaji Aliko Dangote. His entrepreneurship has contributed in making Nigeria self-sufficient in cement production.
Govs raise concerns over NNPC Ownership
State governors, on Thursday, raised concerns regarding the ownership of the new Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, its assets and liabilities. Consequently, the Chairman of the Council, Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, directed that a sub-committee be set up to liaise with the Federal Government on all the issues raised.
2023: INEC insists on electronic transmission of election results
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has said that electronic transmission of result has come to stay in all elections. INEC said that the process adds credibility and transparency to the electoral system in Nigeria. INEC National Commissioner and Chairman of Voter Education Committee, Festus Okoye, disclosed this on Sunday in Abuja in a statement clarifying a media report that said INEC will not use e-transmission in 2023 election.
Father turns daughter to prostitute, impregnates teenager
A 49-year-old man, Amoda Bola, has been arrested for allegedly impregnating his 14-year-old biological daughter (name withheld). The suspect was arrested on Wednesday, August 17 in Ode Remo area of the state. The Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) of Ogun State Command, Abimbola Oyeyemi, confirmed the arrest of the suspect to journalists in Abeokuta on Sunday.
Bauchi Gov berates FG over road projects construction
Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has berated the Federal Government for its reaction to the reconstruction of the 60 kilometre Kirfi–Gombe Abba road linking up the two neighbouring Bauchi and Gombe states in the North-East region of the country.
Teenage inventor: I want to produce robots to solve Nigeria’s insecurity
A 17-year-old Kano teenager, Isah Auwal-Barde, who invented a robot, has expressed hope to produce more robots that would help Nigeria to address the security challenges bewildering the country. Auwal-Barde said this in an interview with newsmen in Kano on Saturday. “I want to be a robotics engineer so that I can be producing robots that can be used in addressing security challenges bedevilling the country,” he said.
Insecurity: Zamfara farmers negotiate with bandits Today
Farmers in Zamfara State are set to meet leaders of bandits in the state to negotiate their (farmers) protection and allow them to cultivate their farmland. Recall that farmers and residents of some communities in the northern part of the country had said they had been paying levies and taxies to suspected bandits in order to avoid being attacked by the hoodlums.
Seven family members die after taking local meal in Zamfara
Seven family members have been confirmed dead after taking a local delicacy of corn and vegetables, locally known as Dambu, in Zamfara State. It was gathered that the incident occurred on Monday in Danbaza village, Maradun Local Government Area of Zamfara State. A resident of the village who is close to the family, Muhammad Kabir, disclosed that four of the victims including two married women died on the spot while three others died after they were rushed to a nearby hospital.
Police uncover ritualist’s den, 20 corpses in Benin
The Edo State Police Command has uncovered a ritualist’s den with 20 mummified bodies, along Ekehuan Road-axis of Benin City. Among the corpses discovered at the scene of the crime, are 15 dried male corpses, 3 female corpses and 2 children corpses. Commissioner of Police in Edo State, CP Abutu Yaro, said the Command unravelled the suspected ritual shrine on Wednesday, August 17, and arrested three suspected ritualists.
Kwankwaso appoints Jibrin, Johnson as campaign spokespersons
The Presidential candidate of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso has appointed Hon. Abdulmumini Jibrin and Ladipo Johnson as spokespersons for his 2023 campaign. This is contained in a statement issued by Ibrahim Adamu, a personal assistant to Kwankwaso in Abuja on Thursday. According to the statement, Jibrin and Johnson were appointed due to their competence and commitment.
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