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Nigeria joins the government and people of the United Kingdom, the Commonwealth and the rest of the world in expressing our sincere condolence to the royal family on the passing of the Monarch for all seasons Queen Elizabeth II. One more photo below. 

Anambra People See Us As Killers- Miyetti Allah The South-East leader of the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria and Sarkin Fulani, Anambra State, Alhaji Gidado Siddiki, has declared that the Indigenes of Anambra State no longer trust Cattle Breeders living among them. According to him, he said that due to the criminals that are killing people posing as Herdsmen, some of the Indigenes of the State no longer trust them, adding that this was not the case 30 years ago. While addressing the issue of open grazing in the State, Alhaji Gidado Siddiki revealed that they had already appealed to Governor Soludo to reverse his plan on banning open grazing in Anambra State. He said that the Governor had announced that the law which would stop open grazing by Herders would be effective by the end of September but they are hoping that the Governor would listen to their appeal because they are also law-abiding citizens of the state. In his words, he said, “If the Governor does not li...

Groups Mobilise For Inter Religious Harmony In Kaduna The Peace Journalism Network in collaboration with Inter-faith Mediation Centre (IMC) and Mercy Corps has sensitised over 100,000 residents of Kaduna State on the need to strengthen Muslim-Christian relationship in the state. A statement signed by the team leader of the group, Ibrahima Yakubu, said their sole aim was to boost inter-religious relationship across the 19 northern states. According to the statement, the group has concluded plans take peace campaigns to schools, communities, markets and sports centers. “We are also going to use Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and other social media platforms to educate the youth on promoting peaceful coexistence and religious tolerance among different faith based organisations,” the team leader said. He added that the essence of the campaign was to promote harmony among Nigerians, regardless of religion, tribe, culture and ethnicity. Yakubu urged media organisations to promote peace throug...

Insecurity: Students In Kaduna Decline To Return To School Over Fear Of Bandits Some primary and secondary school students in Kaduna State, have refused to return to school for the new academic session over the fear of attack by bandits. The Kaduna State Government had announced September 4, 2022, as the date for the reopening of all schools across the state for the new session, however, two weeks after school resumption, some students are yet to return to class following the activities of criminals elements in the state. Although the government had assured students of safety, some parents are afraid of allowing their children go back to school as there are no concrete arrangements for security in some schools. Suleiman Ibrahim, a student of Government Secondary School, Kakuri-Kaduna said he could not risk his life going to school, as he does nt know when bandits would attack Josephine Moses of Governnent Technical College, Malali, Kaduna said he would not attend school until the state...

𝐀 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐁𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐄𝐮𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐞: Our dearest Grannie, We've not been able to put much into words since you left us all. There have been tears and laughter, silences and chatter, hugs and loneliness, and a collective loss for you, our beloved Queen and our beloved Grannie.   We, like many, thought you'd be here forever. And we all miss you terribly. You were our matriarch, our guide, our loving hand on our backs leading us through this world. You taught us so much and we will cherish those lessons and memories forever. For now dear Grannie, all we want to say is thank you. Thank you for making us laugh, for including us, for picking heather and raspberries, for marching soldiers, for our teas, for comfort, for joy. You, being you, will never know the impact you have had on our family and so many people around the world. The world mourns you and the tributes would really make you smile. They are all too true...

  Making Anambra Fashion Expo An Annual Event Is A Big Win For Our Youths - Mrs Soludo Wife of the Governor of Anambra State, Mrs Nonye Soludo has said that the decision to make Anambra Fashion Expo an annual fixture will sustain opportunities for youths and up-and-coming creatives in the fashion industry.  Mrs Soludo, who stated this in Awka while appraising performance of the just concluded maiden edition of the fashion show, explained that apart from recording huge success in the first outing, the event has passed basic economic and social tests, and opens up entrepreneural opportunities for Anambra youths.  The governor's wife stated that domesticating the event in Anambra State will give birth to a new way of life, develop talents and creativity, boost local economy and, most importantly, keep youths meaningfully engaged. She praised her daughter, Ms. Adaora Soludo for bringing the Aorah global brand home, championing Anambra's fashion journey and for supporting Gove...

ECOWAS Trains Imams On ICT To End Violent Extremism In The Region    In a bid to end violent extremism which has created a culture of fear, mistrust, insecurity and grave danger to West Africa's long-term stability and prosperity, the Economic Community of West African States, ECOWAS, has embarked on strengthening the skills of imams and teachers of Quranic schools in Côte d'Ivoire as a means of broadening the fight against violent extremism and radicalization in the region.  Recognizing education as one of the most essential development tools for the consolidation of peace and the fight against violent extremism, the Department in charge of Education at the ECOWAS Commission had since 2017, initiated train-the-trainer workshops to build the capacity of imams, preachers and Quranic school teachers to prevent violent extremism and radicalization within the Region.  It is also targeted to strengthen the educational content of their teachings and sermons through the us...

FULL DETAILS  Masquerades Storm Church, Flog Pastor, Worshippers In Plateau State.    Today morning, 18 September, 2022, we gathered that a squad of masquerades stormed a church during service, flogged worshippers including the presiding Pastor; wherefore interrupting their Sunday service. The incident occurred at an Assemblies of God Church (Garkawa Section) in Shikal Community of Langtang south Local Government Area of Plateau State. This is not the first time such incident has occurred in the community; one Grace of God Mission (church) was also allegedly attacked in this manner.  A source told kwara updates that, a festival was organised in Shikal Community to celebrate their masquerades, the event was suppose to be rounded up yesterday but it later extend till this morning.  Notification Letter was sent to the pastor of Assemblies of God Church Shikal, (content of letter not disclosed), but the clergyman didn't agree to it stating that 'Light has nothing to...

Full Text of Mr Peter Obi’s CNN Interview with Zane Asher Zane Asher >> Mr. Obi thank you so much for being with us. You’re certainly the most popular presidential candidate among young people in Nigeria, there’s so much momentum behind you. But here’s the problem. Nigerians are used to being disappointed by their leaders, and what do you think about some of the problems that are facing the country right now, they are systemic. I’m talking about the corruption, I’m talking about oil theft, I’m talking about insecurity, I’m talking about the fiscal hole that Nigeria is in right now. Can all of that really be solved by one person? Peter Obi >> Well, if you have a leader that is competent, has the capacity and commitment to start dealing with these challenges, you’re not going to solve it overnight, but there will be a clear, visible, measurable attempt to deal with these. And there is nothing that is not solve-able. Some issues just have to be dealt with decisively. But you n...

Anambra Bans Wearing of Miniskirts in Secondary Schools As schools in Anambra state are set to reopen for the 2022/2023 academic section, the government of Anambra state has banned the wearing of mini-length uniforms in schools. The commissioner of Education, Professor Ngozi Chuma Udeh announced this during an interactive meeting with Education Secretaries of public and mission schools held at ASUBEB hall, Awka, Anambra State. According to the post which was shared on the Anambra state ministry of Education’s Facebook page, the Commissioner condemned the growing trend of putting on mini-length uniforms in schools, saying it goes against the acceptable dress code for schools in the state and the country at large. According to the Commissioner, a student should look smart, well groomed, project positive vibes and not be indecently dressed for school. She added that the acceptable length for uniforms in the state remains knee length and not above the knee as is fast becoming the norm. The...

Man Stabbed by Wife’s Lesbian Partner Buried in Onitsha A man identified as Ikechukwu, popularly known as Ayaaya, who was reportedly killed by a lady suspected to be the lesbian partner of his wife, has been buried in Onitsha, ANAMBRA PEOPLE reports. The news of the death of Ikechukwu broke in early August, as he was said to have been stabbed to death by his wife’s lesbian partner, after he allegedly caught both of them in bed in his house. Another version of the story also had it that the deceased had stopped the relationship between his wife and her lesbian partner, a development that irked the partner, causing her to always torment the family. Sources said the alleged killer was fond of seizing money given to her lover’s house-help to buy items, and on the fateful day, she seized money from the house help, which was meant for fuel. Unable to withstand the humiliation, Ikechukwu was said to have rushed to the home of the wife’s lesbian partner, and warned her seriously, but she dared...

It is very profitable to praise the Lord at all times and in every circumstances for he is high above every situations. This was the center of the homily during the Holy Eucharistic celebration at the Government House Chapel today. Further to the teachings of the day, I appreciate and commend everyone who complies with 1st Timothy 2:2 by praying for leaders in authority. For by your prayers, we are able to deliver on our responsibilities. May this week be a blessed one to all. - Hope Uzodimma. More photos below. 

POLICE PRESS RELEASE BAYELSA STATE COMMAND. BAYELSA POLICE COMMAND CONDEMN MOB ACTION ON AN ALLEDGE MENTALLY DERANGED PERSON.  **CP charge operatives to apprehend the perpetrators seen in the viral video trending on social media.*  *  The Commissioner of Police Bayelsa State Police Command, *CP Ben Nebolisa Okolo fdc,* has charged operatives of the State Criminal Investigation Department to fish out the culprits who lynched a young man to death for alledge witchraft. On 14 September 2022 at about 0730 hours, Policemen responded to a distressed call at Agudama Epie, Yenagoa, that a young man was allegedly lynched to death by irate youths on allegation of witchraft. Before the arrival of the Policemen the youths have deserted the area. The victim was later identified as John Dimie 'm' who was allegedly mentally deranged. In a viral video trending on social media, some youths were seen stoning the victim on a rooftop of a building. The viral video is being subjected to foren...

OPEBI/OJOTA LINK BRIDGE PROJECT: LASG DIVERTS TRAFFIC AT MARYLAND/MENDE UNDERPASS … Postpones Iyana-Era Diversion In continuation of the Opebi/Ojota Link Bridge construction, the Lagos State Government will divert traffic from Maryland/Mende Underpass from Tuesday 20th September, 2022. A statement signed by the Commissioner for Transportation, Dr. Frederic Oladeinde, said alternative routes have been mapped out to ease movement during the reconstruction of the underpass, advising motorists to use the Ojota Interchange to connect Maryland and its environs. Oladeinde also urged motorists heading to the inner streets of the axis to make use of Mobolaji Bank Anthony to access Emmanuel, Aderibigbe Shitta and Adeoye Adeyemi Streets, while those heading towards Mende and its environs can use Mende Street to link Ajose Street and connect Oki lane to continue their journey. Similarly, the Commissioner disclosed that the repairs of a section of the Lagos Bound Lane at the Iyana Era/Badagry Expre...

KOGI ASSEMBLY SUMMONS DANGOTE OVER ALLEGED ACQUISITION OF STATE CEMENT COMPANY The Kogi State House of Assembly has again summoned Dangote Cement Limited to appear before it on Thursday to shed more lights on how hitherto Obajana Cement was acquired by the company. This is as the Management of Dangote Cement Limited did not appear before the House on Saturday in Lokoja. This was disclosed on Saturday by the Speaker, Kogi State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Matthew Kolawole at the Hallowed Chamber of the House during the botched public hearing with the management of Dangote Cement Limited. The Speaker noted that the invitation to Dangote Cement Company and other companies operating in the State became necessary to demand the State’s fair share from the companies. He added that despite the huge amount of resources being taken away from the soil of the State, what was being paid to the government coffer as revenue was nothing to write home about. According to him, “the invitation is simply ...

BENUE POLICE INVADE SEMINAR ON 'WITCHCRAFT BELIEFS, PERSECUTION OF WITCHES', CHASE AWAY ATTENDEES The Executive Director of Advocacy for Alleged Witches (AfWA), Dr Leo Igwe, has accused the police of invading a seminar venue on “witch persecution” scheduled to be held on Saturday in Makurdi, the Benue State capital. Igwe, who disclosed this in a statement on Saturday, described the action of the police as unacceptable more so when the Commissioner of Police in the state was duly invited for the programme. He said that all the attendees from various human rights organisations and civil society organisations including from the National Human Rights Commission who had seated were chased out of the venue. Titled: “Police stop seminar on witch persecution in Makurdi,” the statement partly read: “The police have invaded the venue of the seminar on “witch persecution” to be held today in Makurdi, Benue State. At least 15 police officers who arrived in five vehicles are at the venue, G...

Peter Obi Supporters Were shoóting and Firing Missiles At Us - Ebonyi Police Command Stated “Unfortunately, while the Policemen were properly deployed to ensure that there was no breakdown of the law, the radicals and mischief-makers among the rallyists became violent and started hauling missiles on the police operatives, uttering all manners of printable statements on the Police and the Government. Many of them even went physical assaulted and attack the policemen."  

Peace Corps National Commandant Donates Modern Police Divisional Building, Vehicle, Furnitures To Police In Benue By September 18, 2022 By Maxwell ANKELI As Senator Moro Describes Amb. Prof. Akoh as a True Nigerian National Commandant, Peace Corps of Nigeria, Amb. Prof. Dickson Akoh has donated an ultra modern divisional police building, vehicle and a tastly furnished offices with CCTV cameras and computers to the Nigeria Police Force. The donation of the edifice took place at Ogoli- Ugboju, in Ugboju District of Otukpo local government area of Benue State. In his welcome address, the donor, Amb. Prof. Akoh said before now Ogoli- Ugboju during the olden days use to be the headquaters of Adoka, Onyagede and the present day Ohimini local government area, saying the place is long overdue to have a Divisional Police Headquarters. Prof. Akoh also said the people of the community are grateful to the Inspector General of Police for the approval for the establishment of a Police Division and c...

Chinese man arrested for alleged murder of Nigerian lover The Kano State Police Command yesterday confirmed the alleged murder of one Miss Ummukulthum Sani of Janbulo Quarters in Kano by one Mr Gheng Chu, a Chinese national based in the state. Addressing journalists at a press conference in Kano yesterday, the Public Relations Officer of the Kano State Police Command, Abdullahi Haruna, said the command received a distress call at about 10 pm on Friday, following which the Commissioner of Police, Mr Lawal Abubakar, dispatched a team to the scene. The 22-year-old victim was said to be Chu's lover until she was murdered on Friday. Haruna said: “The 47- year-old Chinese visited the residence of his girlfriend, Miss Ummukulthum Sani (22) and they engaged in an argument before he allegedly stabbed her many times with a knife.” He explained that when the police team reached the scene of the incident, they rushed the victim to Murtala Muhammed Specialist Hospital in the city, where she was...