69 m. ago Igbo monarchs to prosecute any impostor parading self as Eze Ndigbo

Tribune Online Igbo monarchs to prosecute any impostor parading self as Eze Ndigbo Igbo monarchs have declared that any individual falsely parading himself as Eze Ndigbo outside his ancestral community will face prosecution in line with Igbo customs and traditions. The Deputy Chairman of the Imo State Community Policing Council and National President of the Association of Royal Traditional Rulers of Nigeria, HRH Eze Dr. Thomas Obiefule, stated […] Igbo monarchs to prosecute any impostor parading self as Eze Ndigbo Tribune Online

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89 m. ago How newly approved environment university will tackle Ogoni’s ecological woes

President Bola Tinubu recently signed the bill establishing the Federal University of Environment and Technology, Tai in Ogoni land. For read more How newly approved environment university will tackle Ogoni’s ecological woes

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3 h. ago C’River Assembly condemns petition seeking Bakassi’s delisting from LGAs

The Cross River State House of Assembly has strongly condemned a petition sent to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu by a read more C’River Assembly condemns petition seeking Bakassi’s delisting from LGAs

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5 h. ago Hunt celebrates 1,000th game at home to Lamontville Golden Arrows

SuperSport United coach Gavin Hunt is celebrating an unprecedented milestone of 1,000 games in charge in the topflight of the read more Hunt celebrates 1,000th game at home to Lamontville Golden Arrows

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5 h. ago Nigeria Charts New Path For Agribusiness Growth, Food Security

The federal government has reaffirmed its commitment to transforming Nigeria’s agricultural landscape into a thriving agribusiness sector, positioning the country as a major player in regional and global food markets. Speaking at the Presidential Roundtable on Agribusiness in Abuja, the Honourable Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Abubakar Kyari, emphasised the administration’s vision of agriculture […]

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5 h. ago We shall continue to stand by ideals Pa Adebanjo, Chief Clark stood for ―Pogu

Tribune Online We shall continue to stand by ideals Pa Adebanjo, Chief Clark stood for ―Pogu Dr Bitrus Pogu is the National President of the Middle Belt Forum and one of the leaders of the Southern and Middle Belt Leaders’ Forum (SMBLF). In this interview with ISAAC SHOBAYO, Dr Pogu speaks on the demise of the Afenifere leader, Pa Ayo Adebanjo, and the leader of the Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF), […] We shall continue to stand by ideals Pa Adebanjo, Chief Clark stood for ―Pogu Tribune Online

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5 h. ago ‘My Father Has Always Been Envied’ – Abacha’s Son Defends His Legacy Amid IBB’s Revelation

Sadiq Abacha, son of the late Nigerian military Head of State, Sani Abacha, has come out in defense of his father’s legacy. This comes after former Military President Ibrahim Babangida made claims about Abacha’s role in the annulment of the June 12 presidential election in his new autobiography, “A Journey in Service.” In the book, […] The post ‘My Father Has Always Been Envied’ – Abacha’s Son Defends His Legacy Amid IBB’s Revelation appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Lagos Police Arrest Man, Accomplice For Defiling, Impregnating Stepdaughter

A 38-year-old man and his friend have been taken into custody by the Lagos State Police Command on charges of defiling and impregnating his 14-year-old stepdaughter. CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, the command’s spokesperson, confirmed this in a statement released in Lagos on Saturday. Hundeyin claimed that the suspects colluded to sexually defile the girl in the […] The post Lagos Police Arrest Man, Accomplice For Defiling, Impregnating Stepdaughter appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Obasanjo opted to leave Army when asked to succeed Murtala ―IBB

Tribune Online Obasanjo opted to leave Army when asked to succeed Murtala ―IBB •Narrates how he disarmed Dimka during 1976 coup FORMER Military President, Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida, has disclosed that former President Olusegun Obasanjo opted to leave the Army after he was asked to succeed former Head of State, Murtala Muhammed, following the failure of the 1976 coup that claimed Murtala’s life. IBB made this disclosure in his […] Obasanjo opted to leave Army when asked to succeed Murtala ―IBB Tribune Online

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5 h. ago Ozekhome Salutes Babangida’s Courage For Acknowledging June 12 Wrongdoing, Calls Nigerians For Forgiveness

Mike Ozekhome, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria, has urged Nigerians to forgive former military ruler, Ibrahim Badamosi Babangida (IBB) for annulling the 1993 presidential election. “I accept full responsibility for the decisions taken under my watch,” Babangida had said during the launch of his autobiography. Ozekhome, in a statement, praised Babangida’s courage and humility in […] The post Ozekhome Salutes Babangida’s Courage For Acknowledging June 12 Wrongdoing, Calls Nigerians For Forgiveness appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 h. ago One killed, several injured in ‘Islamist’ knife attack in France

A man who went on a stabbing rampage in France, killing one and wounding several others in what President Emmanuel Macron called an “Islamist terrorist act”, was on a terrorism watchlist and subject to deportation orders, according to authorities. The knife-wielding suspect, later identified by prosecutors as a 37-year-old Algerian-born man, was arrested at the Read More

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6 h. ago June 12 1993: Lawyers, Civil Society draw lessons for Nigeria’s political class

The recent revelations on the annulment of the June 12, 1993, Presidential election in Nigeria, by former President Ibrahim Babangida, read more June 12 1993: Lawyers, Civil Society draw lessons for Nigeria’s political class

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6 h. ago June 12: Anger, resentment in Nigeria as Babangida heaps blame on the dead

I regret annulment, but it prevented second civil war – Babangida Book filled with allegations against the dead – Odinkalu read more June 12: Anger, resentment in Nigeria as Babangida heaps blame on the dead

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7 h. ago June 12, 1993 presidential election: Gani Adams faults IBB on claim Abacha annulled poll

Says annulment of election big minus for him • Demands entitlements given to former presidents be extended to Abiola • Says coast now clear for President Tinubu to make necessary atonement   By Christy Anyanwu Aare Ona Kakanfo of Yoruba land, Ganiyu Adams is an activist, politician, and traditional aristocrat. Adams in this chat with […] The post June 12, 1993 presidential election: Gani Adams faults IBB on claim Abacha annulled poll appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago How I was almost killed after DSS official tipped Boko Haram terrorists off on impending raid ―Adedoyin

Tribune Online How I was almost killed after DSS official tipped Boko Haram terrorists off on impending raid ―Adedoyin Prince Ajibola Adedoyin is the National President of Association of Motor Dealers of Nigeria (AMDON). He spoke with SEGUN KASALI about his life. How was growing up in Katsina? There was no big deal. I had the opportunity to learn how to speak their language. I went to Government College, Katsina. I used to playing […] How I was almost killed after DSS official tipped Boko Haram terrorists off on impending raid ―Adedoyin Tribune Online

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7 h. ago President Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida: An irrepresible enigma and enduring institution

By Femi Fani-Kayode Thirty-two years after leaving power President Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida has assumed full responsibility for what happened on the June 12th 1993 ANNULMENMENT of Chief MKO Abiola’s presidential election and it’s attendant consequences.   He has explained the circumstances under which it happened and has not only acknowledged that Abiola actually won the […] The post President Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida: An irrepresible enigma and enduring institution appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Edo police confirm 5 dead, 4 injured in farmers, produce thieves clash

From Tony Osauzo, Benin The Edo Police Command, yesterday, confirmed five persons dead and four others injured in a clash between cocoa farmers and some alleged produce thieves in the agrarian community of Gbelemotin in Ovia South-West Local Government Area of Edo State. The clash was said to have started on Thursday night and escalated […] The post Edo police confirm 5 dead, 4 injured in farmers, produce thieves clash appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago June 12, 1993 presidential election: Mr. Probity: Echoes of heritage, beats of resilience

Says annulment of election big minus for him • Demands entitlements given to former presidents be extended to Abiola • Says coast now clear for President Tinubu to make necessary atonement   By Christy Anyanwu Aare Ona Kakanfo of Yoruba land, Ganiyu Adams is an activist, politician, and traditional aristocrat. Adams in this chat with […] The post June 12, 1993 presidential election: Mr. Probity: Echoes of heritage, beats of resilience appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago ‘Two Terms Of 8 Years Have Become A Norm For All Nigerian Presidents’

The Special Adviser to Ekiti State Governor on Political and Inter-party Affairs, Chief Jide Awe, has expressed confidence that President Bola Tinubu would serve out his two terms of eight years, saying serving eight years of two terms have since become a norm in the country. He also said that all Nigerian systems and institutions […]

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10 h. ago It’s distressing when my children ask about their father – Wife of abducted Afenifere leader

Mrs Omolara Ojajuni, wife of the National President of the Afenifere National Youth Council, Eniola Ojajuni, who was kidnapped on his way to Abuja, speaks to TEMITOPE ADETUNJI, detailing the distressing experience and its impact on their family What do you do for a living? I’m a professional teacher. I teach secondary school students, and Read More

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