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Kano Explosion: Ganduje Shares Millions Of Naira To Bereaved Families The Governor of Kano State, Abdullahi Ganduje, on Monday donated about sixteen million naira to the bereaved families of the people killed in last Tuesday’s explosion in the Sabon Gari area of the town. The police said the explosion was caused when chemicals from from an alleged illegal dealer of toxic chemicals came in contact with heat. The owner of the stop, Michael Adejo, was also killed in the blast. Several others were injured and properties, including a building that housed the shop, were destroyed. He said the donation was a gesture aimed to give some succour to the families of the bereaved. The governor said he sympathised with the bereaved families. He said each of the families of the nine persons who loss their lives were given N1 million (one million naira) and the owner of African centre whose building was destroyed was given two million naira, while the owner of a nearby Winners Primary School was given...

Policeman Shot Dead, 2 Wounded As PDP Primaries Turn Bloody In Cross River One policeman has been confirmed dead while two others were seriously injured on Monday, May 23 in Obudu, Cross River State during the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) House of Representatives primaries for Obudu/Bekwerra/Obanliku Federal Constituency. Heavily armed thugs invaded Handmaid Nursery and Primary School, the venue for the primaries and opened fire on the policemen and delegates, destroying and burning cars and other properties. One of the policemen, identified as Martins Mbang, died on the spot while the second policeman who was seriously inured was rushed to an undisclosed hospital. One more photo below. 

Osun PDP Primaries: Mob Destroys, Sets Ablaze Adeleke’s  Billboards  The People’s Democratic Party’s Primary Election in Osun State has taken a violent turn as Senator Ademola Adeleke’s campaign billboards have been set ablaze in Ejigbo Local Government Area. Naija News gathered that a mob was seen smashing and tearing down billboards in several parts of the town. Senator Ademola Adeleke is the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) gubernatorial candidate for the Osun 2022 election. The cause of the violent action was unknown at the time of filing this report, however, it is believed to be related to the just concluded Osun PDP primaries for the Osun State House of Assembly and House of Representatives elections. According to sources, the mob action may have been sparked by supporters of popular candidates who lost in the primaries. After the election, there have been feelings of betrayal among some of the aspirants who are seeking to return to their elective positions but felt left ...

The Taliban has made face veils mandatory for all Afghan women appearing in public, including those on television. This edict was ignored by presenters on Saturday, but they relented a day later. /// All female television presenters and reporters in Afghanistan obeyed a Taliban order to wear face coverings on Sunday, just one day after flouting the edict. Broadcasters had hoped their united front on Saturday would convince Taliban authorities to reverse the order, but the hard-liners insisted it was final and not up for discussion. The Information and Culture Ministry said the policy was "final and non-negotiable." 'I can't breathe nor talk properly,' says anchor Sonia Niazi, a TV anchor with TOLOnews,  expressed her frustration with the edict. "It is just an outside culture imposed on us forcing us to wear a mask and that can create a problem for us while presenting our programs,'' she said. "We are in a deep grief today," TOLOnews chief ed...

*Police Press Release on the Murder of Hon. Okechukwu Okoye and his aide, Cyril Chiegboka.* On 21st May, 2022 a relation of Hon. Okechukwu Okoye reported to the Police in Ekwulobia, Aguata LGA that he had reason to believe that a headless corpse allegedly lying along Nnobi - Ideani Road was that of the lawmaker who was abducted alongside his aide, Cyril Chiegboka on 15th May, 2022 at Oraefi in Aguata LGA of Anambra State. Police Operatives accompanied him to the scene and found the claim to be true. The headless body was recovered for preservation and autopsy. Later same day information was received that the head of the lawmaker was seen at Amichi in Nnewi South Local Governemnt Area which in recent times has been the epicentre of attacks by unknown gunmen on security forces, Vigilante groups and defenceless civilians. Again Police personnel mobilised to scene and recovered the severed head of the lawmaker.  The body of Cyril Chiegboka, aide to Hon. Okechukwu Okoye who was also mur...

FEDERAL MINISTRY OF YOUTH AND SPORTS DEVELOPMENT PRESS STATEMENT  FG Appoints Interim Management Committee(IMC) to Oversee Nigeria Basketball  Following the recent directives of President Muhammadu Buhari on the state of basketball in the country and its withdrawal from all International basketball competitions for the next two years, the Federal Government, through the Ministry of Youth and Sports Development has announced the members of the Interim Management Committee(IMC) to oversee the development of the sport in Nigeria. Their names are as stated below -   1. Dr. Henry Nzekwu​    2. ​Mr. Udon Ubon Humapwa​ 3. Mr. Frank Jitubhoh ​ 4. Zenith Bank  -​              Representative 5. Prof. Adamu Ahmed   6. Mr. Peter Nelson    -​          7. Group Captain Rahinatu Garba -  8. Aderemi Adewunmi  -            9. Oluchi Nzekwe  10. Sani A...

EFCC Arraigns Suspect for Alleged Visa Scam The Benin Zonal Command of the EFCC today, May 23, 2022 arraigned one Raphael Otobo on a three count charge of intent to defraud before Justice (Professor) C. A. Obiozor of the Federal High Court sitting in Benin City, Edo State. Otobo is alleged to have defrauded one Kenneth Asuma Osaghe of the aggregate sum of One Million Naira under the false pretense of helping him secure a Canadian visa.  

EFCC Arrests 22 Suspected Internet Fraudsters in Asaba Operatives of the EFCC, Benin Zonal Command on Sunday May 22, 2022 arrested 22 suspected internet fraudsters. The suspects: Promise Bassey, Raymond Diamond, Ifeanyi Anyasi, Celestine Osalenlen, Johnbull Kingsley, Ikekhua Mately, Clifford Johnson, Akorah Chinedu, Kester Ogochukwu Idugba Junior and Lucky Egwuatu. Others are Victor Nwabunwanna, Happiness Ayo, Rawlings Nwabunwanna, Eleka Ikeja, Oliseh Emeka, Ozuwa Destiny, Prince Erik Nnamdi, Emmanuel Ochuku Igben, Tochukwu Onyido, Gift Onuajefe and Odosun Matthew, were arrested at their hideout in Asaba, Delta State following actionable intelligence.  Items recovered from them include two Mercedes Benz GLK 350 4Matic and mobile phones. The suspects have made useful statements and will be arraigned in court soon. More photos below. 

A Nigerian taxi driver, Antony Erhunmwunse picks up His Excellency @PeterObi while he was waiting for a Taxi in London today. He drove him free of charge to No. 10 Downing Street where he on the invitation of the British Prime minister.  If you are a taxi driver, can you drive any of the other aspirants for free?  Nigeria must not miss this opportunity. A new Nigeria is possible with @PeterObi. More photos below. 

"NIGERIANS APPRECIATE YOUR SACRIFICES" - GOVERNOR LALONG TELLS NA TROOPS The Executive Governor of Plateau State state, Rt Hon Simon Bako Lalong, has commended the selfless sacrifices, Nigerian Army(NA) has continued to make in the discharge of her constitutional roles to the nation. He gave the commendation today Monday 23 May 2022, while declaring the Nigerian Army Small Arms Championship (NASAC) 2022 open at the 3 Division Small Arms Shooting Range in Miango, Jos, Plateau State. Governor Lalong, who was the Special Guest of Honour at the opening ceremony of the championship, noted that personnel of the NA have over time, demonstrated requisite skills and competencies necessary to enhance the nation's security. He added that the NA have been professional in addressing cases of insecurity, where lives and property were threatened.  Governor Lalong observed that the shooting competition will present a veritable avenue for the participants to discover their hidden potent...

YOU HAVE JUSTIFIED GOVERNMENT INVESTMENT IN THE LAST SEVEN YEARS, PRESIDENT BUHARI TELLS NIGERIAN AIR FORCE AT 58 .Tasks Security Agencies To Achieve A Secure And Prosperous Nigeria President Muhammadu Buhari Monday in Kano lauded the Nigerian Air Force for living up to its constitutional responsibilities of securing the nation, and in the process, justifying the investments of the government of the day in the force. Speaking at the ceremonial parade to commemorate its 58th anniversary, the President said the Air Force had transformed into a formidable entity, ready to confront immediate and future challenges.  “It gives me great pleasure to be here to felicitate with you on the Nigerian Air Force 58th Anniversary Celebration. This is particularly because the Nigerian Air Force has over these 58 years transformed to a formidable and resilient air force that is positioned to effectively tackle both contemporary and future security challenges.  “This adaptability has thus enable...

PRESIDENT BUHARI MEETS VICTIMS OF KANO EXPLOSION, EXPRESSES SORROW   President Muhammadu Buhari on Monday met the families of victims of the explosion in Kano to express his condolences and that of the nation, describing the incident as sad and unfortunate. The family members, accompanied by various community leaders resident in Sabon Gari Kano, including Chief Nicholas Ibekwe, the Eze Igbo, were assembled at the Palace of the Emir, His Royal Highness Alhaji Aminu Ado Bayero for the meeting with the President. President Buhari who was a short visit to officiate at the Nigerian Air Force Day and 58th Anniversary Celebration, veered off the official program to start with a condolence visit to the Palace. In a brief address, the President said he was “extremely pained by the loss of lives and injury to many due to the explosion,” adding “my thoughts and that of the nation are with the bereaved families. I hope the injured will recover fully at the earliest possible time.” As per the o...

COURT JAILS ENVIRONMENTAL OFFENDER A Lagos Mobile Court sitting at Bolade Oshodi and presided over by Magistrate T. O. Fashina, has sentenced one Abubakar Sanni to three months in prison for vandalism and theft of iron rods at Karim Kotun Street, Victoria Island, Lagos.  The Managing Director/CEO of LAWMA, Mr. Ibrahim Odumboni, made this known over the weekend, disclosing that the convict carried out his nefarious activities under the guise of being a cart pusher.  He said: “The Authority wants to make it clear that cart pushing remains outlawed in the State. The menace of cart pushers has led to the rise in indiscriminate waste disposal, coupled with the fact that criminal elements now hide under it to perpetuate their crimes”. Odumboni noted that the Authority, since the inception of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s administration, had introduced various programmes and initiatives aimed at making Lagos cleaner and liveable for all, as well as empowering PSP operators to effecti...

BUILDING COLLAPSE PREVENTION IS DUTY OF ALL - LASG Lagos State Commissioner for Information and Strategy Gbenga Omotoso has said it will take the collective action of all residents to stop the collapse of buildings. Omotoso spoke on This Morning, a TVC programme, today about a recent building collapse and enforcement of the law against commercial motorcycle operations, also called okada.  According to him, while people talk about their rights and privileges in line with their expectations from the government, they should also talk about their responsibilities as citizens. His words: "If the Government seals a building for not complying with the law and the developer creates another entrance to continue the illegal construction at night when enforcement officers are not on duty, people around such a site have the responsibility to notify the government." The Commissioner said those who engage in illegal construction do not obtain building approvals, which is the major reason w...

VIDEO: LAGOS WARNS AGAINST FALSE ALARM The attention of the Lagos State Government has been drawn to a video circulating online showing officials of the Rapid Response Squad (RRS) and the Environmental and Special Offences Unit (Task Force) at Alaba-Rago Market. The video is accompanied by a voice, which is not that of any official of the two agencies. The voice is that of a faceless blogger trying to whip up ethnic and political sentiments over the planned relocation of traders for the remodelling of Alaba Rago Market. The video is authentic because Commander, Rapid Response Squad (RRS), CSP Olayinka Egbeyemi and Chairman, Lagos State Task Force, CSP Shola Jejeloye, were in Alaba Rago last Thursday to brief the traders on the planned relocation. The traders have 14 days to vacate the area to pave the way for the re-modelling. Alaba Rago is occupied by traders from many parts of Nigeria and neighbouring West African countries. Any insinuation towards any ethnic attack is a lie and purv...

HAJJ 2022: LAGOS COMMENCES WEEKEND LECTURES FOR INTENDING PILGRIMS The Lagos State Government has urged intending pilgrims for the Y2022 Holy pilgrimage to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, through the State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board, to ensure that they make themselves available for the weekend lectures in their respective Local Government Areas. A statement signed by the Commissioner for Home Affairs, Prince Anofiu Olanrewaju Elegushi, said the weekend lectures, which commenced on Saturday 21st of May, 2022, in all the designated Local Government Areas, were designed to keep them abreast of the ethics and activities of Hajj exercise both in Nigeria and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. He explained that the lectures have been digitalised for ease of assimilation and would afford the pilgrims an opportunity to learn from the Ulamah (Islamic scholars), prepare them adequately for the task ahead, strengthen their knowledge and enlighten them about some historical sites in the Holy land. Princ...

NIGERIA SECURITY AND CIVIL DEFENCE CORPS(NSCDC). LAGOS STATE COMMAND. PRESS STATEMENT 23RD MAY, 2022. NSCDC PROVOST MARSHAL (PM) VISITS LAGOS COMMAND TODAY AS HE COMMENCES 1 - DAY MAIDEN ZONAL PROVOST WORKSHOP TODAY. The Commandant General avows his unflinching commitment to rejigging the Provost Unit, of the Corps, in a bid to take the Corps to a radiant state of glory and honour. The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Lagos State Command, today, Monday, 23rd May, 2022, received the Provost Marshal (PM), of the NSCDC, Deputy Commandant of Corps (DCC) Babatunde Stephen Kolawole at the State Command's Headquarters (SHQ) in Alausa, Ikeja, Lagos.  The Provost Marshal of the NSCDC, DCC Babatunde Stephen Kolawole, in line with the vision and focus of the Commandant General(CG), of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps(NSCDC), CG Ahmed Abubakar Audi, PhD, mni, disclosed, "his visit was hinged on touring the various zones of the Corps to organize workshops and ...

Actress Regina Daniels Announces Her Husband, Ned Nwoko’s Victory At PDP Primary Election As His Senatorial Ambition Is Set To Become Reality “ I can’t explain the joy I feel right now!! The race to senate starts with the PDP primary election and it is with so much joy that I announce our victory !!! You have never been a lover of politics and I’m glad to have been one of those that convinced you to do this because I know what you stand for, your love and your dreams for your country. Anioma will feel your impact Delta state will feel your impact Nigeria will feel your impact My dear senator ❤️”  

PRESS RELEASE IGP MOURNS DEMISE OF EMINENT COMMUNICATOR, DON AWUNAH The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Usman Alkali Baba, psc(+), NPM, fdc, on behalf of the Force Management team, and Officers of the Nigeria Police Force, regrets to announce the demise of an eminent communicator, ardent officer, and Member of the National Institute, AIG Donald Ngorngor Awunah, psc(+), fnipr, fsi, mni, which occurred in the early hours of today, Monday 23rd May, 2022, at Garki Hospital Abuja, after a brief illness.  AIG Awunah, who hailed from Benue State, was a one-time Spokesperson for the Force, and was until his death the Assistant Inspector-General of Police in charge of Zone 16 Yenagoa, Bayelsa State. He enlisted into the Nigeria Police Force on 15th March, 1988, and was a dedicated officer with great passion for training and development and was at a time the Commandant, Police Staff College, Jos.   The Inspector-General of Police, acknowledges his resourcefulness and commitment to duty...