2 h. ago Atiku’s Son Denies Political Motive Behind Visit To NSA Ribadu’s Brother

Aliyu Atiku Abubakar, son of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and the Turakin Adamawa, has responded to criticism over his recent visit to the Emir of Fufore, Muhammad Sani Ribadu, dismissing claims that it was a political endorsement of the newly created Emirates in Adamawa State. The visit drew backlash from some loyalists of the […]

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2 h. ago Ken Nnamani denies allegations by Senator Abbo, threatens legal action

By Adanna Nnamani, Abuja Former Senate President Ken Nnamani has firmly rejected claims made by Senator Elisha Abbo on Arise News, calling them “false, unfounded, and fabricated.” Abbo, in a Prime Time interview with Charles Aniagolu, alleged his legal troubles stemmed from judicial mismanagement and claimed Nnamani visited him to plead for a judge. Nnamani, […] The post Ken Nnamani denies allegations by Senator Abbo, threatens legal action appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Lagos probes death of pregnant woman denied hospital care during labour

The Lagos State Government has vowed to hold accountable all parties involved in what it described as “tragic and shocking death” of Mrs. Folajimi, a pregnant woman who was rejected by a private hospital in Lakowe, Ibeju-Lekki Area of Lagos State. PUNCH Online reports that the private healthcare facility she sought help from denied her Read More

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4 h. ago Lagos Gov’t Probes Pregnant Woman’s Death In Private Hospital, Vows Justice

The Lagos state government has launched an immediate and full-scale investigation into the tragic and avoidable death of Mrs. Folajimi, a pregnant woman who died in Lakowe, Ibeju-Lekki in the State, after being allegedly denied emergency care at a private healthcare facility due to her inability to pay an upfront deposit. The incident, which has […]

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10 h. ago NDDC Gives N10bn Stimulus To Niger Delta Chamber Of Commerce

The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has released N10billion to the Niger Delta Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Trade, Mines and Agriculture (NDCCITMA), to stimulate entrepreneurship and economic growth in the Niger Delta region. Announcing the release of the fund during the inauguration of the NDCCITMA board of directors in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, the NDDC […]

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20 h. ago Gunmen hijack Benue Links bus, kill driver, abduct passengers

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi Gunmen suspected to be kidnappers have hijacked a Benue Links bus belonging to Benue State Transport Company, killing the driver and kidnapping the passengers on board. Our correspondent gathered that the incident took place in Ikobi, Otukpo Local Government Area (LGA) of the state on Thursday night. According to sources from […] The post Gunmen hijack Benue Links bus, kill driver, abduct passengers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 h. ago Wike inaugurates new board of trustees for IBB golf club, calls for key reforms

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, on Friday inaugurated the newly appointed Board of Trustees for the Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (IBB) Golf Club. The board is to be led by Hon. Justice Monica Dongban-Mensem, President of the Court of Appeal. According to a statement issued by the Director […] The post Wike inaugurates new board of trustees for IBB golf club, calls for key reforms appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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22 h. ago Atiku Slams Baseless Resignation Rumors, Reaffirms Loyalty To PDP

Former presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar, has denied claims that he resigned from the party. Atiku reaffirmed his status as a “bona fide and loyal member” of the PDP, rejecting the rumors circulating about his resignation. He accused certain desperate politicians of being behind the false reports, which were spread […] The post Atiku Slams Baseless Resignation Rumors, Reaffirms Loyalty To PDP appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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25 h. ago Unknown Gunmen Attack Commercial Bus, Kill Two Travellers, Abduct 13 In Benue

No fewer than two persons have been killed, while 13 passenger were abducted following an attack by gunmen on a commercial bus belonging to Benue State government. It was gathered that the incident happened on Thursday at Ikobi community in Otukpo Local Government Area of the state. INFORMATION NIGERIA learnt that the fully loaded bus […] The post Unknown Gunmen Attack Commercial Bus, Kill Two Travellers, Abduct 13 In Benue appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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28 h. ago Benue Residents Fearful As Gunmen Kill Driver, Kidnap Passengers In Otukpo Attack

Gunmen struck in Ikobi, Otukpo Local Government Area of Benue State when they hijacked a fully loaded Benue Links bus, killing the driver and kidnapping all the passengers on board. The assailants, however, abandoned a toddler who was also in the vehicle. Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident and are working to identify […] The post Benue Residents Fearful As Gunmen Kill Driver, Kidnap Passengers In Otukpo Attack appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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30 h. ago Adesua Dozie, three others join NNPC’s board as reshuffling continues

The ongoing restructuring of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited has seen the appointment of Adesua Dozie, the first read more Adesua Dozie, three others join NNPC’s board as reshuffling continues

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30 h. ago Adesua Dozie, three others join NNPC’s management as reshuffling continues

The ongoing restructuring of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited has seen the appointment of Adesua Dozie, the first read more Adesua Dozie, three others join NNPC’s management as reshuffling continues

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31 h. ago Gunmen hijack Benue Links bus, kill driver, kidnap passengers

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi Gunmen suspected to be kidnappers have reportedly hijacked a Benue Links bus belonging to Benue state Transport Company, killing the driver and kidnapping the passengers on board.   Our correspondent gathered that the incident took place in Ikobi, Otukpo Local Government Area (LGA) of the State on Thursday night.   According […] The post Gunmen hijack Benue Links bus, kill driver, kidnap passengers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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32 h. ago Akpabio denies assassination allegation by Natasha, says claim malicious

Set to sue Natasha, Abbo over allegations The Office of the President of the Senate has strongly denied allegations made read more Akpabio denies assassination allegation by Natasha, says claim malicious

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36 h. ago Natasha’s claim of assassination false, dangerous fabrication – Akpabio

Senate President Godswill Akpabio has denied the assassination allegation made by suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, calling it a false and dangerous fabrication. Akpabio, who released a statement through his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Eseme Eyiboh, on Friday, called the accusation a deliberate campaign of misinformation. “As a statesman devoted to national unity and […] The post Natasha’s claim of assassination false, dangerous fabrication – Akpabio appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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37 h. ago Alleged harassment: Keke operators in Abia protest, appeal for Otti’s intervention 

From Okey Sampson, Umuahia   Some tricycle operators in Aba, Abia State have staged a peaceful demonstration against alleged harassment by security operatives and the denial of her members to register under its association approved by government, by a rival group. They have therefore called on Governor Alex Otti to intervene.   The protesters under […] The post Alleged harassment: Keke operators in Abia protest, appeal for Otti’s intervention  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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39 h. ago Minister denies owing businesswoman N200m, sexual harassment allegations

The Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, has denied owing a businesswoman, Tracynither Ohiri, N200 million for promotional materials she supplied during his 2014 governorship campaign. Umahi denied the allegation on Thursday while fielding questions from journalists during his tour of the Independence Bridge in Lagos. He said, “When I left office and then became a Read More

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42 h. ago The human firewall: How boards can strengthen cybersecurity culture

Cybercrime continues to devastate organizations across Africa, with attacks growing in both frequency and sophistication. While technological solutions play a read more The human firewall: How boards can strengthen cybersecurity culture

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46 h. ago Dead pregnant woman: Lagos hospital denies requesting N500,000 for treatment

The Lagos private hospital, As Salam Convalescent Centre, located in Iwerekun 1, Ibeju/Lekki, has denied claims that it demanded an upfront payment of N500,000 before offering treatment to a pregnant woman, Kemi, who later died from pregnancy complications. Kemi’s grieving husband, Akinbobola Folajimi, made the allegation in a viral video, accusing the hospital of refusing Read More

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46 h. ago Umahi Rejects Claim Of Owing N200m For Campaign, Threatens Legal Action

The Minister of Works, Sen. Dave Umahi, has refuted claims that he owes businesswoman Mrs. Tracynither Ohiri N200 million for promotional materials supplied during his 2014 governorship campaign. Umahi strongly denied the allegations, clarifying that there was no such debt. The accusation had been making the rounds, with Ohiri reportedly seeking payment for the materials […] The post Umahi Rejects Claim Of Owing N200m For Campaign, Threatens Legal Action appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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