57 m. ago Presidency dismisses U.S. Congressional claim of Christian persecution in Nigeria

Tribune Online Presidency dismisses U.S. Congressional claim of Christian persecution in Nigeria “While we are in no way admitting or authenticating the report of the U.S. Foreign Relations Committee, it is noteworthy to state that the committee’s report falls short of context and timelines,” he added. “President Bola Tinubu remains committed to promoting peace and religious tolerance.” Presidency dismisses U.S. Congressional claim of Christian persecution in Nigeria Tribune Online

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3 h. ago FG dismisses claims of targeted christian killings, warns against misinformation

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has strongly condemned what it described as a wave of misinformation regarding alleged targeted killings. read more FG dismisses claims of targeted christian killings, warns against misinformation

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9 h. ago Malami dismisses Obasanjo’s corruption claims over presidential pardons

The immediate past Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, SAN, has stated that decisions regarding presidential pardons are legal matters handled by a designated committee, with the Attorney General’s role limited to presenting the committee’s report. Malami made this clarification in an exclusive interview with The PUNCH on Friday while Read More

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33 h. ago Party Crisis: ‘Retract Your Statement Or Face Legal Action’, NNPP Faction Slams El

The New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) has strongly criticised the former governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai, for alleging that the President Bola Tinubu-led government was behind the party’s ongoing crisis. In a statement on Wednesday, the NNPP factional national secretary, Oginni Olaposi, dismissed El-Rufai’s claims as baseless, insisting that the former governor lacked a […]

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36 h. ago Natasha suspended for misconduct, not harassment claim, Senate replies IPU

The Nigerian Senate has defended its decision to suspend Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan before the Inter-Parliamentary Union, stating that her suspension was not related to allegations of sexual harassment but due to gross misconduct. Speaking before the IPU on Wednesday, the Chairperson of the House Committee on Women Affairs and Social Development, Kafilat Ogbara, dismissed claims Read More

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41 h. ago Don’t kill teacher education with your policies, COEASU warns federal, state govts

Tribune Online Don’t kill teacher education with your policies, COEASU warns federal, state govts The Colleges of Education Academic Staff Union (COEASU) has expressed worry over educational policies of the federal and state governments that are affecting teacher’s education, calling for caution to prevent total extinction of the subsector in the country. The National President of the union, Dr Smart Olugbeko, expressed this concern in an exclusive interview with […] Don’t kill teacher education with your policies, COEASU warns federal, state govts Tribune Online

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4 d. ago Osun APC Dismisses Adeleke’s $20m Fraud Allegations Against Oyetola

The Osun chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has dismissed allegations made by Governor Ademola Adeleke against former governor Adegboyega Oyetola. Adeleke had accused Oyetola of misappropriating a $20m World Bank health grant, among other claims. The APC deemed these allegations baseless, defending Oyetola’s handling of the grant. In a response to the claim, […] The post Osun APC Dismisses Adeleke’s $20m Fraud Allegations Against Oyetola appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Sowore, Rivers cleric to test miracle in P’Harcourt hospital

A human rights activist Omoyele Sowore and the leader of a Port Harcourt-based church, Dynamic Flame of Fire and Miracle Ministries, Prophet Umueke Miracle, have agreed to a live demonstration of miracles. Sowore, in a recent interview, called out Nigerian pastors, dismissing their claims of supernatural wonders as deceptive theatrics designed to manipulate followers. He Read More

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8 d. ago [PHOTOS] Osun LG crisis: Adeleke meets Osun traditional rulers, slams APC

Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State dismissed the claims that any court order reinstated the “Yes/No council chairmen,” insisting that the court-sacked officials have no legal standing. The governor’s address, delivered before the Osun State Council of Traditional Rulers, was a response to the ongoing controversy surrounding the leadership of the local government councils in Read More

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8 d. ago 60 children killed in Syria’s landmines, unexploded ordnance — NGO

Landmines and unexploded ordnance in Syria have killed or injured at least 188 children since President Bashar al-Assad’s overthrow in December, the Save the Children charity said Thursday. Of that figure, more than 60 children were killed, the UK-based group said, warning the toll could rise as more families return to the war-ravaged country. Since Read More

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9 d. ago Akpabio Denies Sexual Harassment Allegations, Urges Nigerians To Await Court Decision

Senate President Godswill Akpabio has denied allegations of sexual harassment made by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. Akpabio dismissed the claims as “false and baseless”. Akpoti-Uduaghan alleged that Akpabio made inappropriate advances, which she rejected, leading to her troubles in the Senate. The controversy adds to the existing tensions between Akpoti-Uduaghan and Akpabio, with Akpoti-Uduaghan filing a […] The post Akpabio Denies Sexual Harassment Allegations, Urges Nigerians To Await Court Decision appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 d. ago “My Path To Lagos Governorship Doesn’t Depend On Tinubu” – Jandor

2023 Lagos State governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Olajide Adediran, popularly known as Jandor, has stated that he does not need President Bola Tinubu’s approval to become governor. Mr Adediran dismissed claims that Tinubu’s influence will determine his political success in Lagos. Speaking on Channels Television on Tuesday, Jandor stressed that leadership […] The post “My Path To Lagos Governorship Doesn’t Depend On Tinubu” – Jandor appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago Accusing Male Senator Of Sexual Harassment Is Sign Of Weakness, Says Ex

Former Presidential Adviser and former federal lawmaker, Senator Florence Ita-Giwa, has dismissed claims of sexual harassment at the level of National Assembly, saying making such accusations by a female Senator was a sign of weakness. She stated that once a woman attained the position of Senator, she can no longer be a victim of sexual […]

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1 week ago Afenifere faction disowns UK, US members opposing Oba Olaitan’s leadership

A faction of the pan-Yoruba socio-political group, Afenifere, has dismissed a recent statement issued by individuals claiming to represent the organisation in the United Kingdom and the United States, stating that those behind it were expelled from the group over two years ago. PUNCH Online reports that two groups, under the platform of the United Read More

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2 w. ago ‘He’s disciplined,’ Akpabio’s wife defends husband, dismisses Natasha’s harassment claim

Ekaette Akpabio, wife of the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, has dismissed allegations of sexual harassment leveled against her husband by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. Akpoti-Uduaghan, the Senator representing Kogi Central, had in an interview with Arise Television on Friday accused the Senate President of sexual harassment. The Kogi lawmaker also alleged that Akpabio blocked her motions Read More

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2 w. ago EPL: Guardiola dismisses claims of major Man City squad overhaul

Pep Guardiola says his veteran Manchester City stars still have a key role to play in the club’s rebuild as he seeks to reclaim past glories after a difficult season. City have only the FA Cup left to compete for in terms of silverware, following the collapse of their Premier League title defence and their Read More

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2 w. ago Yoruba Traditional Leaders In North Disown Arigbabuwo’s Leadership Claim

The Association of Yoruba Traditional Leaders and Obas in the Northern States and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) has distanced itself from Ambassador Muhammed Arigbabuwo, dismissing his claim as chairman of a supposed Council of Yoruba Traditional Obas and Chiefs in the region. The association, through the secretary-general, Oba Abdulrahim Jimoh Alao Yusuf, the Oba […]

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2 w. ago Kwara Islamic scholars condemn Ilorin ritual killing, warn against profiling

Tribune Online Kwara Islamic scholars condemn Ilorin ritual killing, warn against profiling     THE Kwara State Council of Ulama has condemned the murder of a student, Hafsoh Lawal, by one Abdulrahman Bello for ritual purposes. Speaking with newsmen in Ilorin, the state capital, the council, led by the Chief Imam of Ilorin, Sheikh Mohammad Bashir Salih, appealed to the state police command to be thorough in […] Kwara Islamic scholars condemn Ilorin ritual killing, warn against profiling Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Mohbad’s Father Denies Dismissing Nurse Was Allegedly Involved In Son’s Death, Addresses Property Dispute

Joseph Aloba, father of the late singer Ilerioluwa Aloba, also known as Mohbad, has denied claims that he dismissed the nurse who allegedly treated his son before his death. Aloba’s statement is a reaction to allegations made by Mohbad’s widow, Wunmi, during a February 19 interview with media personality Chudity. Wunmi alleged that after she […] The post Mohbad’s Father Denies Dismissing Nurse Was Allegedly Involved In Son’s Death, Addresses Property Dispute appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago I have never met nurse who treated Mohbad, Singer’s father tackles Wunmi

Joseph Aloba, the father of the late singer Ilerioluwa Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad, has refuted claims that he dismissed the nurse who reportedly treated his son before his death. Aloba’s remarks come in response to allegations made by Mohbad’s widow, Wunmi, during an interview with media personality Chudity on February 19. Wunmi had claimed Read More

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