43 m. ago IBB June 12 confession: Nigeria unfair to Humphrey Nwosu – Archbishop Chukwuma

• Says Babangida should not go unpunished From Geoffrey Anyanwu, Enugu The Federal Government has been called upon to acknowledge and honour the man at the centre of the credibility story of the annulled June 12, 1993 election, Prof. Humphrey Nwosu. Retired Archbishop of Enugu Province (Anglican Communion), Most Rev. Emmanuel Chukwuma, who made the […] The post IBB June 12 confession: Nigeria unfair to Humphrey Nwosu – Archbishop Chukwuma appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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52 m. 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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2 h. ago Ibrahim Badamosi Babangida: Offloading heavy burden on him at last

“An exciting and inspiring future awaits you beyond the noise in your mind, beyond the guilt, doubt, fear, shame, insecurity, and heaviness of the past you carry around.”  —Debbie Ford   By Cosmas Omegoh   Former military Head of State, General Ibrahim Badamosi Babangida (rtd), left the world in stitches last Thursday following his admission […] The post Ibrahim Badamosi Babangida: Offloading heavy burden on him at last appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago D’Tigers not done yet despite win over Libya – Coach Mohammed

From Joe Apu, Tripoli A determined Nigeria side bounced back from a disappointing campaign in February to secure a hard-fought 75-70 victory over Libya bit head Coach of the team Abdulrahman Mohammed insists that the job is not done yet. “I give credit to the players for their determination but we’re not done yet as […] The post D’Tigers not done yet despite win over Libya – Coach Mohammed appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Explain your role or face termination, Musk tells federal employees

Billionaire and head of the US Department of Government Efficiency, Elon Musk, announced in a post on X Saturday all Federal employees will receive an email asking them to explain the work they’ve done over the past week, and employees who fail to respond will be forced to resign. Musk, in his quest to slash Read More

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7 h. ago Morayo Brown Calls For Babangida’s Prosecution Over June 12 Crisis, Highlighting Family Trauma, Loss

Media personality Morayo Afolabi-Brown has called for the prosecution of former Nigerian Head of State Ibrahim Babangida. Her demand follows his controversial book launch, which reignited discussions about his role in the annulment of the June 12, 1993 election and the subsequent turmoil. Babangida’s book launch sparked widespread online debates after he admitted to his […] The post Morayo Brown Calls For Babangida’s Prosecution Over June 12 Crisis, Highlighting Family Trauma, Loss appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Pope in critical condition after respiratory attack — Vatican

Pope Francis’s condition “remains critical,” the Vatican said on Saturday, confirming that the 88-year-old pontiff was alert but had suffered a respiratory attack requiring “high-flow oxygen” and blood transfusions. “At the moment, the prognosis is reserved,” the statement read, as the head of the Catholic Church prepared to spend his ninth night at Rome’s Gemelli Read More

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18 h. ago Dele Giwa’s Murder: ‘I Saw It As Part Of Booby Traps Against My Government’ – IBB

Former Nigerian Military President, Ibrahim Babangida, has broken his silence on the infamous murder of journalist Dele Giwa, which occurred on October 19, 1986. In his newly released autobiography, “A Journey in Service,” Babangida denies any involvement in the assassination, instead attributing it to “booby traps and acts of destabilisation” targeted at his administration. Giwa, […] The post Dele Giwa’s Murder: ‘I Saw It As Part Of Booby Traps Against My Government’ – IBB appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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18 h. ago MKO Abiola’s Son Speaks Out After IBB’s Revelation On June 12 Election Annulment

Abdulmumuni Abiola, son of Moshood Kashimawo Abiola, has opened up about his feelings on former Military President, General Ibrahim Babangida’s acknowledgment that his father won the June 12, 1993, presidential election. Abdulmumuni, in a chat with Punch, noted that emotions are still raw as he recalls the events surrounding the annulled election. “I remember after […] The post MKO Abiola’s Son Speaks Out After IBB’s Revelation On June 12 Election Annulment appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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18 h. ago EFCC Arraigns Lawyer Over Alleged N1.3bn Forex Fraud In Akwa Ibom

The Uyo, Akwa Ibom State Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned a legal practitioner, Barr. Alexander Uchenna Ozougwu before Justice Sergius Onah of the Federal High Court sitting in Uyo for allegedly defrauding his victims to the tune of N1.3 billion through a bogus foreign exchange investment scheme. Head […]

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27 h. ago IBB defends executing childhood friend, family demands restitution

Former Head of State, General Ibrahim Babangida (retd.), has revealed details of the foiled coup allegedly led by his childhood friend, General Mamman Vatsa, which he says compelled him to choose between preserving a longstanding personal bond and safeguarding the nation’s future. In excerpts from his autobiography, ‘A Journey of Service,’ launched on February 20, Read More

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27 h. ago Classroom collapse: Four Yobe students discharged from hospital

Four students of Government Girls Science and Technical College, Potiskum, Yobe State, who were hospitalised after some parts of a classroom block collapsed on Thursday, have been discharged. Saturday PUNCH gathered that only one student, Fatima Adamu, remained under medical care, receiving treatment for spinal shock. Nurses on duty told our correspondent that Adamu was Read More

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28 h. ago Southampton vs Brighton: Saints boss sends strong message to Onuachu, Aribo

Southampton head coach, Ivan Juric, has set demands for Super Eagles stars, Paul Onuachu and Joe Ayodele-Aribo, as he wants his side to step up against Brighton and Hove Albion, Soccernet.ng reports. The Nigerian duo found the back of the net in Juric’s only win since taking charge of the Saints late last year. Juric […] The post Southampton vs Brighton: Saints boss sends strong message to Onuachu, Aribo appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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30 h. ago ‘Are we supposed to clap ?’ – Atedo Peterside dismisses IBB’s admission of Abiola’s ’93 victory

Atedo Peterside, the founder of Stanbic IBTC Bank Plc, has publicly dismissed former military ruler Ibrahim Babangida’s recent acknowledgement of read more ‘Are we supposed to clap…?’ – Atedo Peterside dismisses IBB’s admission of Abiola’s ’93 victory

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30 h. ago Kaduna: Group set to train 10,000 almajiri children in farming

Tribune Online Kaduna: Group set to train 10,000 almajiri children in farming Plagued by the menace of out-of-school syndrome bedeviling the country, especially in the Northern states, a group has launched an innovative programme aimed at empowering Almajiri children in Nigeria. Speaking at the launch of the programme at Arewa House Kaduna, the Group Head of Nutriment Investment Hub, Mr Dauda Oche, said the programme was designed […] Kaduna: Group set to train 10,000 almajiri children in farming Tribune Online

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31 h. ago IBB’s confession won’t undo injustice my family, Nigerians endured – MKO Abiola’s daughter

Tribune Online IBB’s confession won’t undo injustice my family, Nigerians endured – MKO Abiola’s daughter Hafsat Abiola-Costello, daughter of the late Chief MKO Abiola, has dismissed former military leader Gen. Ibrahim Babangida’s recent admission that her father won the June 12, 1993, presidential election, stating that it does not erase the decades of injustice suffered by her family and Nigerians. Reacting to Babangida’s revelation in his autobiography, A Journey in […] IBB’s confession won’t undo injustice my family, Nigerians endured – MKO Abiola’s daughter Tribune Online

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32 h. ago IBB’s June 12 revelation not new, my father won – MKO Abiola’s daughter

Hafsat Abiola-Costello, the daughter of the late Chief MKO Abiola has stated that former military leader Gen. Ibrahim Babangida’s admission of her father’s June 12 victory is a known fact. In her response to IBB’s June 12, 1993, presidential election disclosure via his book, autobiography, ‘A Journey In Service,’ Hasfat stated that her father’s victory […] The post IBB’s June 12 revelation not new, my father won – MKO Abiola’s daughter appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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33 h. ago ‘Your revelation on June 12 election winner not new,’ Hafsat Abiola replies IBB

Hafsat Abiola-Costello, daughter of the late Chief MKO Abiola, has responded to former military leader Gen. Ibrahim Babangida’s admission that her father won the June 12, 1993 presidential election. Reacting to Babangida’s revelation in his autobiograpghy, ‘A Journey In Service,’ Hafsat stated, “My father won, we always knew it.” She noted in a statement on Read More

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36 h. ago How annulment of June 12 election prevented second civil war – IBB

Ibrahim Badamosi Babangida (IBB), Nigeria’s military president between 1985 and 1993, said MKO Abiola, who is believed to be the read more How annulment of June 12 election prevented second civil war – IBB

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38 h. ago [FULL LIST] UEL: Man United face Real Sociedad, Roma battle Athletic Club in last 16 draw 

The UEFA Europa League knockout stage draw has been finalised, setting up thrilling matchups as top European clubs, including AS Roma, Manchester United, and Tottenham Hotspur, compete for the title. In the Round of 16, AS Roma will go head-to-head with Athletic Club in a tough contest. Manchester United, aiming for European success, will face Read More

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