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Falana Tells Tinubu Govt To Remove MC Oluomo As NURTW President, Restore Baruwa As Ordered By Nigerian Courts
A Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Mr Femi Falana, has called on President Bola Tinubu’s government to reinstate Tajudeen Baruwa as the President of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW), describing him as the lawful occupier of the office. Falana’s call followed a ruling of the Court of Appeal in Abuja affirming Baruwa as the NURTW President. The ruling was delivered by the trio of Justice Hamma Akawu Barka, Justice Nnamdi Okwy Dimgba and Justice Asmau Ojuolape Akanbi.
BREAKING: PDP Slams INEC, Demands Action Against APC’s Electoral Malpractices In Ondo
The Peoples Democratic Party has rejected the re-election of incumbent Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State, describing the victory recorded by the All Progressives Congress candidate in Saturday’s governorship election as a sham. The National Publicity Secretary of the PDP, Debo Ologunagba, disclosed this in a statement issued in Abuja on Sunday. However, the.....See Full Story>>.....See Full Story>>
Ondo Gov Election Is A Sham, Worst Poll Conducted By INEC, Says PDP
A statement by the PDP on Sunday said all lovers of democracy in Nigeria and across the world "have just witnessed the worst election conducted by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC)". The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has rejected the outcome of Ondo State governorship election won by Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of the All Progressives Congress (APC).
Politics - ‘Babalola’ Defections a Gain, Not a Loss for Osun PDP’ - Thisday Newspapers
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Politics - We handed over $550 billion economy to APC – PDP - PM News
You are using an out of date browser. It may not display this or other websites correctly. You should upgrade or use an alternative browser. #1 We handed over $550 billion economy to APC – PDP The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has stated that its government left over $550 billion worth of economy to the ruling All Progressive Congress, APC, in 2015. PDP in a statement issued on Thursday to celebrate its 25th anniversary on its official... pmnews.ng
Politics - Mary Odili Refutes Alleged Plan to Influence Tribunal Judges - THISDAY NEWSPAPERS
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We Have 109 Senators And Out Of Those 109 Elected, 80 Senators Were Freshly Elected - Sen. Victor Umeh
According to Senator Victor Umeh, who represents the wonderful people of Anambra Central Senatorial Zone, 80 of the 109 senators elected to the 10th Senate were newly elected, while only 29 senators moved from the 9th Senate to the 10th Senate. Senator Umeh continued by saying that this will demonstrate how the Nigerian people felt about the 9th Senate and that the purpose of their presence in the Senate chamber was to check the executive's actions for the good of the entire nation.
Today's Headlines: Tinubu’s first three weeks as president not perfect but reasonable - Bode George, Benue PDP backs Ortom as EFCC grills ex-gov
Tinubu’s first three weeks as president not perfect but reasonable — Bode George Photo Credit: Punch Newspapers) A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party, Chief Bode George has praised President Bola Tinubu’s good start to his administration saying it was better than his time as Lagos State governor between May 1999 and May 2007. Chief George who is a former Deputy Chairman of the PDP gave the praise while speaking on Channels Television’s Politics Today programme on Tuesday.
Ortom's Invitation, Release By EFCC Proves He Has Nothing To Fear, Says PDP
21st June, 2023 Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Benue State is satisfied His Excellency, Samuel Ortom, proved yet again yesterday that he has nothing to fear from the records of his 8 years as Governor of the state. The immediate past Governor voluntarily honoured an invitation by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) at their Makurdi office yesterday during which time he gave account of his stewardship in office.
Politics - APC Wants To Influence Presidential Election Tribunal For Tinubu – PDP Raises Alarm – Information Nigeria
APC Wants To Influence Presidential Election Tribunal For Tinubu – PDP Raises Alarm The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has alleged that the All Progressives Congress (APC) is planning to influence the outcome of the 2023 presidential election tribunal in its favour. PDP raised the…
I’m scared of visiting Nigeria – BBTitans winner, Khosi
I’m scared of visiting Nigeria – BBTitans winner, Khosi [NigerianEye - Nigeria] - 5/04/2023 Makhosazane Twala, aka Khosi, the winner of the Big Brother Titans Season 1 reality show, has said she is afraid of visiting Nigeria. She stated this during a recent Instagram live session with her colleague, Marvin.
Politics - Interim Govt a Plot By APC, DSS to Subvert Election Tribunal, Says PDP - THISDAY NEWSPAPERS
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Interim Govt a Plot By APC, DSS to Subvert Election Tribunal, Says PDP
*Vows to prove its case in tribunal *PDP suffering from post-election trauma, APC claims Chuks Okocha and Adedayo Akinwale in Abuja The controversy over the alleged plot to install an interim government in the country has continued unabated as the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) yesterday described it as a covert plan by the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Department of State Services (DSS) to subvert the Presidential Election Petitions Tribunal.
Ikpeazu Did Not Snub Atiku By Not Attending Enugu PDP Parley, Says Abia PDP
Abia State Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) said that absence of the state governor and its leader, Dr. Okezie Ikpeazu, does not suggest snubbing the presidential candidate of the party, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, who was in Enugu on Tuesday to engage top South East party members in a parley.
Experts Seek Strategies To Tackle Entitlement Syndrome In Workplace
Human resource (HR) practitioners have charged organisations to establish clear and formidable structures to eliminate entitlement syndrome in the workplace. They argued that exhibiting entitlement syndrome at the workplace affects workers’ productivity; limits development and reduces chances of achieving corporate goals.
Ikeja G.R.A Regeneration Project Will Resolve Flooding Says Lagos
. . . Urges Residents To Take Ownership The Special Adviser to the Lagos State Governor on Works and Infrastructure, Engineer Aramide Adeyoye yesterday said that the Ikeja G.R.A Urban Regeneration Project was embarked upon by the government to address and reverse the flooding, environmental and infrastructural challenges experienced by residents of the prime residential area. Mrs.
We Must Do Everything Within Our Powers To End Insecurity, Buhari Tells NASS Members
President Muhammadu Buhari on Tuesday night at a dinner with members of National Assembly said his administration is ready to use everything within its powers to end insecurity in the country and bring perpetrators of criminal activities to book.
Lagos Announces Traffic Diversion At Ilupeju, Fagba Level Crossings For Railway Project
The Lagos State Government on Tuesday announced plans to divert traffic at Ilupeju and Fagba Level Crossings for asphalt laying in continuation of the Lagos – Ibadan section of the Nigerian Railway Modernisation Project. According to a statement signed by the Commissioner for Transportation, Dr. Frederic Oladeinde, the Ilupeju traffic will be diverted from 9:00pm on Friday 16th July, 2021 to 5:00am on Saturday, 17th July, 2021.
Rite Foods Ltd V NBC Case Resumes At Federal High Court
Rite Foods’ contempt proceedings against the Nigerian Bottling Company (NBC) and its managing director- Mathieu Seguin-came up for the first time on 12, July 2021 before Hon. Justice Allagoa of the Federal High Court, Lagos. During the proceedings, Rite Foods’ counsel, Muyiwa Ogungbenro, informed the court that there were several applications before the court that Rite Foods needed more time to respond to. He asked the court to fix another date for the hearing of all pending applications.
COVID-19: Nigeria Records 154 Confirmed New Cases, 1 Death
14 Jul 2021, 7:04 AM (GMT) COVID-19 Global Stats 188,620,449 Total Cases 4,065,876 Death Cases 172,439,604 Recovered Cases The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) on Tuesday July 13, 2021 announced one hundred and fifty-four (154) confirmed new cases of coronavirus, also known as COVID-19 in the country. New cases of the pandemic have continued to rise for seven consecutive weeks across Africa including Nigeria, signaling the third wave as Nigeria confirmed the deadly Delta variants.
Information Blackout: Sponsor Suspends Process On NBC, NPC Amendment Bills
The sponsor of the bills for amendments of laws establishing the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) and the Nigeria Press Council (NPC), Olusegun Odebunmi has said that the legislative process on the bills has been suspended for further consultations. The lawmaker who is representing Ogo Oluwa/Surulere Federal Constituency in Oyo State, Olusegun Odebunmi, spoke following widespread protests by the print media against the media regulation bill being debated at the House of Representatives.
Despite Our Challenges, We're Still A Lucky Country, Says Buhari
President Muhammadu Buhari has said we are a lucky country and should congratulate ourselves, despite challenges that could have torn us apart. The President spoke on Tuesday at State House, Abuja, while receiving the report of the National Security Summit held on May 26, 2021, by the House of Representatives. The report was submitted by a team of House members, led by the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila.
Sanwo-Olu Calls For Trust, Accountability, Transparency In Public, Private Sectors
The Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Tuesday stressed the need for trust, accountability and transparency in governance, as well as a high level of professionalism in the public and private sectors. He said these are qualities required for a sustainable social and economic development in the country. Governor Sanwo-Olu made the statement on Tuesday while receiving the delegation of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN), led by its President, Mrs.
INEC Nomination: Onochie’s Rejection By Senate Saved Nigeria From Serious Crisis, Says PDP
The main opposition party, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on Tuesday said the Senate’s rejection of the nomination of Lauretta Onochie as a National Commissioner with the Independent National Electoral Commission is a victory for democracy and for Nigerians. The opposition party also said the rejection of Onochie saved Nigeria from a serious crisis that may befall the country in the 2023 general elections.
Ajanaku Disclaims Commendation On Moahz Oil & Gas Limited
13 Jul 2021, 6:52 AM (GMT) COVID-19 Global Stats 188,404,506 Total Cases 4,059,220 Death Cases 172,189,300 Recovered Cases The Asiwaju Odo O’odua (President of O’odua Youths Worldwide), Asiwaju Rotimi Ajanaku has disclaimed a commendation statement credited to him recently in some media platforms in favour of Moahz Oil & Gas Limited.
FG's Deployment Of Falcon Eye Surveillance Will Save Nigeria Billions Of Dollars Lost To Piracy, Sea Robbery, Crimes Says Osinbajo
Nigeria’s deployment of the state-of-the-art surveillance system, Falcon Eye for maritime security will save the country several billions of US dollars, while effectively degrading piracy and other crimes around the Gulf of Guinea and beyond, according to Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, SAN, who represented the President today at the commissioning of the facility. The surveillance facility incorporates various sensors located along the nation’s enormous coastline.
Osun Monarch Blasts Sunday Igboho, Kanu, Other Agitators; Backs Restructuring
Posted by Niyi Adeyi African News, Featured, Latest News, News, News Across Nigeria, News From The State Sunday, July 4th, 2021 (AFRICAN EXAMINER) – The Olowu of Owu-Kuta in Osun, Oba Adekunle Makama, has condemned secessionist calls in Nigeria, describing it as unpatriotic. The traditional ruler, while fielding questions from journalists in his palace on Sunday, said as a royal father, he would never support the idea and call for separation or secession of any part of the country.
Buhari Prays For Pope Francis As Pontiff Heads For Surgery
Posted by Nwa Diokpa Featured, Latest News, News, World News Sunday, July 4th, 2021 (AFRICAN EXAMINER) – President Muhammadu Buhari has issued a get-well message to the Head of the Catholic Church, Pope Francis as he heads for a scheduled surgery of the colon. The message of the president was contained in a statement on Sunday night by the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media & Publicity, Garba Shehu.
Kaduna Explosion Detonated By Football-playing Adolescents –Police | African Examiner
Posted by African Examiner African News, Featured, Latest News, News, News Across Nigeria, News From The State Sunday, July 4th, 2021 (AFRICAN EXAMINER) – The Improvised Explosive Device that was detonated in Kaduna Saturday, was concealed in three empty yogurt containers, the police revealed on Sunday.
Crystal Palace Appoint Patrick Vieira As New Manager
Posted by African Examiner African News, Featured, Latest News, Sports News Sunday, July 4th, 2021 (AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Crystal Palace have appointed Patrick Vieira as their new manager on a three-year deal, the English Premier League (EPL) club said on Sunday. The former Arsenal captain replaces Roy Hodgson, who stepped down at the end of last season after four years at the helm. Vieira has signed a contract until the summer of 2024 and accepts his third role in senior management.
Respect Digital Rights, Group Urges African Leaders
Posted by African Examiner African News, Featured, Latest News, News, News Around Africa Sunday, July 4th, 2021 (AFRICAN EXAMINER) – African Freedom of Expression Exchange (AFEX), a network of African freedom of expression and media development organizations has urged governments in Africa to respect digital rights of citizens in their respective countries.
Police Confirm Kidnap of Eight People in Zaria
Posted by African Examiner African News, Featured, Latest News, News, News Across Nigeria, News From The State Sunday, July 4th, 2021 (AFRICAN EXAMINER) – The Police Command in Kaduna State on Sunday confirmed the kidnap of eight persons at the National Centre for Tuberculosis and Leprosy Quarters, in Zaria town of the state. The Command’s Public Relations Officer, ASP Muhammed Jalige confirmed the incident in a statement issued on Sunday in Kaduna.
Residents Escape Death As Diesel Tanker Fall In Abeokuta
Posted by African Examiner African News, Featured, Latest News, News, News Across Nigeria, News From The State Sunday, July 4th, 2021 (AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Scores of residents escaped death at Totoro area in Abeokuta metropolis on Sunday after a tanker laden with diesel fell at the roundabout spilling its content on the road.
Police Nab 9 Suspects For Armed Robbery In Jigawa
Posted by African Examiner African News, Featured, Latest News, News Across Nigeria, News From The State Sunday, July 4th, 2021 (AFRICAN EXAMINER) – The police command in Jigawa has arrested nine armed robbery suspects believed to have been terrorising residents in Gumel Local Government Area (LGA) of the state. ASP Shiisu Lawan, spokesperson for the command, told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Dutse on Sunday that the suspects were arrested on June 30.
Nigeria Records 71 New COVID-19 Infections
Posted by African Examiner African News, Featured, Latest News, News, News Across Nigeria, News From The State Sunday, July 4th, 2021 (AFRICAN EXAMINER) – The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has recorded 71 new COVID-19 infections, bringing the total number of cases in the country to 167,803, as at July 3. The figures were made available at the official website handle of NCDC on Sunday. The new infections indicated a rise from the 40 cases recorded a day earlier.
Zamfara Governor Fires All Special Advisers
Posted by African Examiner African News, Featured, Latest News, News, News Across Nigeria, News From The State Sunday, July 4th, 2021 (AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Gov. Bello Matawalle of Zamfara, has relieved all his Special Advisers of their appointment. This is contained in a statement by the acting Secretary to the State Government and Head of Service, Alhaji Kabiru Balarabe in Gusau. Balarabe, however, said the Special Adviser on Security, retired DIG Mamman Tsafe was not affected by the development.
Mexico Thrash Super Eagles 4-0 In International Friendly
Posted by African Examiner African News, Featured, Latest News, Sports News Sunday, July 4th, 2021 (AFRICAN EXAMINER) – The senior male national team of Mexico on Saturday whipped their Nigerian counterparts 4-0 in an international friendly in Los Angeles. The Mexican side, known as El Tri, were dominant throughout the match played at the United Airlines Field at the Memorial Coliseum.
Governor Matawalle Betrayed Us By Defecting To APC, Says PDP
Posted by African Examiner African News, Featured, Latest News, News, News Across Nigeria, News From The State Saturday, July 3rd, 2021 (AFRICAN EXAMINER) – The People Democratic Party (PDP) has stated that the defection of Zamfara State Governor, Bello Matawalle, to the All Progressives Congress as an unpardonable act of betrayal. The party disclosed this on Saturday in a statement signed by its National Publicity Secretary, Kola Ologbondiyan.
Army Chief Faruk Yahaya Appoints New PSOs, Field Commanders, Others
Posted by African Examiner African News, Featured, Latest News, News, News Across Nigeria, News From The State Saturday, July 3rd, 2021 (AFRICAN EXAMINER) – The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Maj.-Gen. Faruk Yahaya, has approved the appointment of Principal Staff Officers (PSOs), Field Commanders and other key staff officers to provide the needed vigour in his command of the Nigerian Army (NA). The Director Army Public Relations, Brig.-Gen.
Lai Mohammed Knocks Kwara Governor, Accuses Him Of Running Non-inclusive Govt
Posted by African Examiner African News, Featured, Latest News, News, News Across Nigeria, News From The State Saturday, July 3rd, 2021 (AFRICAN EXAMINER) – The Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed, says he has been given an assurance that there will be no APC congress in Kwara until all members of the party are duly registered and have revalidated their membership.
News in Photographs: Buhari Swears in INEC Chairman, Yakubu, for Second Term
By Omololu Ogunmade President Muhammadu Buhari Wednesday swore in Professor Mahmood Yakubu as the Chairman of Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for a second term in office. Buhari who swore in Yakubu before the commencement of the weekly virtual Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting in the council chambers of the State House, Abuja, had reappointed him for another term of five years on October 27, this year.
Reps Urge Buhari To Appoint Coordinator For Amnesty Programme
The House of Representatives has called on President Muhammadu Buhari to appoint a substantive coordinator for the Presidential Amnesty programme for the Niger Delta region without further delay. The call was contained in a motion of urgent public importance sponsored by Hon Preye Influence Oseke, which was unanimously passed by members of the lower arm of the National Assembly.
Edo: Ize-Iyamu Deserted By APC, Says PDP
The Peoples Democratic Party National Campaign Council (PDPNCC) for the Edo State governorship election has lampooned the candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Osagie Ize-Iyamu, for “loafing around with hired campaigners, following his rejection by the Edo State chapter of the APC.” The PDP Campaign Council further said that Ize-Iyamu, who had been reduced to a political wanderer, now hovers around without the backing and participation of his party in the state, following their...
Group Advocates Death Sentence For Corrupt Public Officials
A group of Nigerian students and activists under the auspices of Joint Action Committee (JAC) yesterday, embarked on peaceful protest at the popular NICON junction, in Maitama District of Abuja to demand death sentence for corrupt public officials, including other issues. The protest which was organized by One Love Foundation, was intially billed to hold at Unity Fountain, opposite Transcorp Hilton, but was stopped by security agents from using the venue.
Court Fixes Sept 30 For Hearing Of N2bn Libel Suit Against Sowore, Others
The Federal High Court has fixed September 30, 2020 to hear the case between Global Integrity Crusade Network, GICN, against Sahara Reporters and its Publisher, Mr. Omoyele Sowore. The court has also assigned the case to Justice Taiwo Taiwo of the court. Before the hearing date, parties are expected to file and serve relevant processes in the matter.
Police Parade 45 Suspects For Terrorism, Armed Robbery, Others In Borno
Borno State Police Command has paraded 45 suspects for crimes ranging from terrorism, armed robbery to cattle rustling among others. Parading the suspects yesterday at the police headquarters Maiduguri, the Command’s public relations officer, Edet Okon, said the suspects were arrested recently within Maiduguri, Jere and environs.
Gombe Discovers Over 700 Accounts Operated By Govt Officials
Over 700 accounts operated by Gombe State government officials during the previous administration in the state has been discovered by the state’s Committee on Treasury Single Account (TSA). It would be recalled that at the inception of his administration, Gombe State governor, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, had inaugurated the TSA committee to look into the financial record of the state.
Plateau: 16 Councillors Impeach Chairman Of Quaanpan LG
The embattled chairman of Qua’an Pan Local Government Area of Plateau State, Hon. Isaac Kwallu, who was suspended from office for three months by the Plateau State House of Assembly has finally been impeached. Our correspondent gathered that Justice N.L. Musa of the High Court had granted an interim injunction for his reinstatement as the chairman of pending the determination of a substantive suit on Tuesday. However, Hon.
No Ambiguity In Appeal Court Judgment, My Mandate As Oyo Governor Remains Intact - Makinde
By; BAYO AKAMO, Ibadan Oyo State Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde on Monday said the mandate of the people of Oyo State given to him through the March 9, 2019 election remains intact with the ruling of the Court of Appeal in Ibadan on Monday.
Buba Galadima Kidnapped By Masked Security Operatives, Says PDP
Buba Galadima speaks during his appearance on Sunday Politics on December 9, 2018. Spokesman of the Peoples Democratic Party, Kola Ologbondiyan, has alleged that Buba Galadima, an ally of the PDP presidential Candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has been kidnapped by masked security operatives. According to a statement made on social media by Ologbondiyan, the opposition party said that Galadima was whisked away on Sunday.
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