2 h. ago PDP dismisses talk of crisis, says Anyanwu only handles diesel and parking issues

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has denied claims that it is currently facing any internal crisis, insisting that what many read more PDP dismisses talk of crisis, says Anyanwu only handles diesel and parking issues

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3 h. ago Independence Day parade: Kano AG condemns CP Bakori’s withdrawal of Police personnel

Tribune Online Independence Day parade: Kano AG condemns CP Bakori’s withdrawal of Police personnel "The CP is bound by the lawful directive of the governor in matters of public order and security except for the overriding order by the President. Independence Day parade: Kano AG condemns CP Bakori’s withdrawal of Police personnel Tribune Online

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4 h. ago 2 Years After, Police Arrest Suspect Over Kano Village Head’s Abduction

The Kano State Police Command has arrested a 27-year-old man, Usman Lawan Baba, also known as “Yellow”, in connection with the 2023 kidnapping of the Village Head of Garun Babba, Alhaji Abdulmumini Mudi Zakari. Police spokesperson, SP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, confirmed the arrest in a statement issued on Saturday. He said the suspect was picked […]

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5 h. ago Wike inspects key road projects in Abuja, assures of early completion, enhanced security

• Insists Abuja among safest cities in Nigeria From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Minister of Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, during an inspection tour to critical infrastructure projects including the road linking Airport Road with Kuje and ongoing works in Wuye District on Saturday, assured residents of imminent completion and highlighted efforts to improve security […] The post Wike inspects key road projects in Abuja, assures of early completion, enhanced security appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Kano AG insists withdrawal of police at Independence parade ground exposed Gov Yusuf to security threat

From Desmond Mgboh, Kano Kano State Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, AbdulKarim Maude, Saturday, insisted the withdrawal of the police at the Independence Day parade ground in the state constituted a security risk. In a statement by the Director General, Media and Publicity, to the Governor Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, the Attorney General accused […] The post Kano AG insists withdrawal of police at Independence parade ground exposed Gov Yusuf to security threat appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago NANS Urges Lagos Govt. To Withdraw Mandy Kiss As Kick Against Drug Abuse Ambassador

The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has condemned the Lagos State Government’s appointment of Ayomiposi Oluwadahunsi, popularly known as Mandy Kiss, as a brand ambassador for the state’s Kick Against Drug Abuse (LASKADA) initiative. Describing the decision as “inappropriate and counterproductive,” NANS insisted that the appointment should be revoked without delay. While recognizing the […] The post NANS Urges Lagos Govt. To Withdraw Mandy Kiss As Kick Against Drug Abuse Ambassador appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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17 h. ago How FG’s hasty curriculum tweaking throws shockwaves into education landscape

The federal government’s abrupt introduction of a new national curriculum has stirred significant controversy within Nigeria’s education ecosystem. While curriculum read more How FG’s hasty curriculum tweaking throws shockwaves into education landscape

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21 h. ago My wife chased me with knife, insisted I must build her a house — Husband

Tribune Online My wife chased me with knife, insisted I must build her a house — Husband •He made me vacate my rented apartment, moved in with him, now beats, humiliates me —Wife A man, Lamidi, has told Grade   A Customary Court, Court 2, sitting at Mapo, Ibadan, Oyo State, that he could no longer stomach his wife’s, Nofisat’s atrocities and as such prayed that their wedlock be dissolved. Lamidi alleged that […] My wife chased me with knife, insisted I must build her a house — Husband Tribune Online

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28 h. ago IMPR inaugurates Kano hostel as 10 PRNigeria Fellows graduate

Tribune Online IMPR inaugurates Kano hostel as 10 PRNigeria Fellows graduate The Image Merchant Promotion Limited (IMPR), publishers of PRNigeria and Economic Confidential, has inaugurated a new hostel for its Young Communication Fellowship in Kano, addressing a key logistical need for participants from the state and beyond. PRNigeria Editor-in-Chief, Mr. Yushau Shuaib, spoke at the graduation of ten fellows, who completed an intensive training that blended […] IMPR inaugurates Kano hostel as 10 PRNigeria Fellows graduate Tribune Online

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33 h. ago BBNaija: Faith reunites with family after disqualification from reality show

After his shocking disqualification from the Big Brother Naija Season 10 house, Faith has finally reunited with his family in an emotional moment that has been making rounds online. Clips circulating on social media captured Faith stepping out to meet his loved ones, who welcomed him with open arms despite the controversy surrounding his exit. […] The post BBNaija: Faith reunites with family after disqualification from reality show appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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36 h. ago Kano gov’t settles N5.6bn outstanding allowances to 1198 former Councillors

From Desmond Mgboh, Kano Kano State Government has flagged off the payment of a total of N5.6 billion to 1,198 former Councillors in the state. The payment, the second in the series, represents unpaid gratuities and allowances owed to the former councillors in the state. Speaking at the kick off ceremony held at the Government […] The post Kano gov’t settles N5.6bn outstanding allowances to 1198 former Councillors appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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38 h. ago Four Suspects Nabbed In Kano Over Alleged Armed Robbery, Drug Trafficking

The Kano State Police Command has arrested suspected armed robbers and recovered large quantities of illicit drugs and intoxicants in its ongoing fight against crime. In a statement on Thursday, SP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, the Police Public Relations Officer, said operatives apprehended two notorious suspects in connection with a robbery that occurred on September 14, […] The post Four Suspects Nabbed In Kano Over Alleged Armed Robbery, Drug Trafficking appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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40 h. ago CBN’s 27% Rate Cut Not Enough To Ease Credit Pressure, MSMEs Stakeholders Say

Members of the Organised Private Sector (OPS) have applauded the 27 per cent rate cut, but insisted that it is insufficient to ease credit pressures on businesses. Speaking about the development, the director-general of the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN), Segun Ajayi-Kadir, said manufacturers needed single-digit interest rates around five per cent for borrowing to […]

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43 h. ago Group Calls For Probe Into Independence Day Parade Disruption In Kano

A civic group, One Kano Agenda, has expressed concern over the disruption of Nigeria’s 65th Independence Day celebration in Kano following the last-minute withdrawal of the state police command from the ceremonial parade. Addressing journalists in Kano yesterday, the director general of the organisation, Abba Yakasai, described the incident as deeply troubling and urged the […]

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45 h. ago Defendant in fraud case remanded after guilty plea controversy

The Federal High Court, Abuja,   yesterday , remanded one Mohammed Saliu at the Kuje Correctional Centre, pending hearing of his bail application by his counsel. Saliu was arraigned on a three-count charge of conspiracy for defrauding one Baba-Bello Suleiman of 12,400 dollars. When the charge was read to the defendant, he pleaded guilty to […] The post Defendant in fraud case remanded after guilty plea controversy appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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49 h. ago NBA Welcomes Probe Into Ozekhome’s Link To Property Controversy In UK

The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) Anti-Corruption Committee has thrown its weight behind the decision of the Attorney-General of the Federation, Mr. Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), to launch a probe into what it described as a “messy property controversy” involving Chief Mike Agbedor Abu Ozekhome, SAN, in the United Kingdom. According to a statement, the development stemmed […]

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49 h. ago NBA Committee Welcomes Probe Into Ozekhome’s Link To Property Controversy In UK

The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) Anti-Corruption Committee has thrown its weight behind the decision of the Attorney-General of the Federation, Mr. Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), to launch a probe into what it described as a “messy property controversy” involving Chief Mike Agbedor Abu Ozekhome, SAN, in the United Kingdom. According to a statement, the development stemmed […]

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51 h. ago PICTORIAL: Protesters Urge IGP To Ignore Governor Yusuf’s Call For Kano CP’s Sack

A group of concerned citizens in Kano State, led by Barrister Nafisa Abba Isma’il, chairlady of the Women Lawyers Congress, staged a peaceful protest on Thursday evening in support of the State’s Commissioner of Police, Ibrahim Adamu Bakori. The protest, which began at Tukur Road and ended at Race Course in Nasarawa GRA in Kano, […]

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52 h. ago Court to hear defamation suit against Emir of Zazzau over RFI interview

From Noah Ebije, Kaduna The controversy surrounding the 2020 succession to the Zazzau throne has taken a legal turn, as members of the royal family have dragged the Emir of Zazzau, Ambassador Ahmad Nuhu Bamalli, before the Kaduna State High Court over remarks made in a recent interview with Radio France Internationale (RFI). Dr. Nasiru […] The post Court to hear defamation suit against Emir of Zazzau over RFI interview appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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54 h. ago FIFA Can’t Act On Geopolitical Problems Like Gaza War, Says Infantino

FIFA president Gianni Infantino has insisted that world football’s governing body “cannot solve geopolitical problems” amid mounting calls for Israel to be suspended from international competitions over the war in Gaza. Speaking after a FIFA Council meeting on Thursday, Infantino stressed that the organisation’s role is to unite rather than divide. “At FIFA, we are […]

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