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ONDO ELECTIONS: DIG ELECTION ADDRESSES MEDIA, OFFICERS, REVIEWS STRATEGIES FOR SMOOTH POLLS.(PHOTOS). #PRESS RELEASE

- November 14, 2024

PRESS RELEASE ONDO ELECTIONS: DIG ELECTION ADDRESSES MEDIA, OFFICERS, REVIEWS STRATEGIES FOR SMOOTH POLLS. Harps on Intelligence Gathering, firmness. The Deputy Inspector-General of Police in charge of the Ondo State Elections, DIG Sylvester Abiodun Alabi, fdc, held a press briefing today, 14th November 2024, at the Ondo State Police Command Headquarters, Akure, where he addressed officers deployed for the election duty and the members of the press, emphasizing the readiness of the Nigeria Police Force and other security agencies on the forthcoming 2024 Ondo State Gubernatorial Elections. The DIG during his address mentioned that the Force had begun effective deployments of personnel across all 18 Local Government Areas, 203 Wards, and 3,933 Polling Units in the state, assuring the presence of at least four (4) Police Officers in collaboration with officers representing other election security agency, at each polling unit, to ensure a smooth poll. In a bid to emplace proactive measure

ALAYE EXPLAINS WITHDRAWAL OF PLANNED PROTEST AGAINST NDDC BOARD. (PHOTO).

- November 14, 2024

Alaye Explains Withdrawal of Planned Protest Against NDDC Board Dr. Alaye Theophilus, the factional President of the Ijaw Youth Council (IYC), has explained that the decision to cancel a planned protest against the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) was due to the timely intervention of influential regional leaders. The protest, initially scheduled for Thursday, November 14, 2024, aimed to express dissatisfaction with the NDDC’s management, which the group accused of selective and inadequate performance in its activities. In a statement issued in Port Harcourt, Theophilus revealed that the intervention of key figures such as Pa Edwin Clark, Ambassador Godknows Igali, Alhaji Asari Mujahid Dokubo, HRM King Ateke Michael Tom, the leadership of the Ijaw National Congress (INC), and other respected stakeholders led to the cancellation of the protest. Theophilus cited their advice to avoid escalating tensions in the region, particularly in light of recent violence in Abuloma and the

ZAMFARA GOVT SAYS IT'S UNCLEAR HOW MANY CIVIL SERVANTS ARE IN THE STARE AMID GHOST WORKER CRISIS. (PHOTO).

- November 14, 2024

Zamfara Government Says It’s Unclear How Many Civil Servants Are in the State Amid Ghost Worker Crisis The Zamfara State government has expressed concern over the growing issue of ghost workers within the state’s civil service, describing the situation as both troubling and perplexing. During a press briefing in Gusau, the State Head of Service (HoS), Barrister Ahmad Liman, revealed that the exact number of civil servants in the state remains unknown due to the prevalence of ghost workers. Liman noted that the problem is particularly rampant in the health and education sectors, with a verification exercise currently underway. He cited an example where, in one hospital, 22 employees were listed as receiving salaries, but the verification revealed that only two were legitimate workers. The ongoing verification process is expected to conclude by the end of November 2024, after which a committee will be set up to review salaries. As the Chairman of the Steering Committee overseeing the v

GWR RECOGNIZES NIGERIA'S FOLA DAVID FOR CREATING THE LARGEST DRAWING. (PHOTO).

- November 14, 2024

Guinness World Records Recognizes Nigeria’s Fola David for Creating the Largest Drawing Fola David-Tolaram, a Nigerian doctor and artist, has earned a Guinness World Record for creating the world’s largest drawing by an individual. His remarkable artwork, measuring 1,004.7 m² (10,814.5 ft²), was completed at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena in Lagos and celebrates the rich cultural diversity of Nigeria. The 31-year-old artist, who has been practicing art professionally for a decade, described the piece, titled "The Unity of Diversity", as "a map of Nigeria showing the various cultures." He explained that the aim was to capture the nation's multicultural identity and offer a platform to celebrate its diverse traditions. David-Tolaram’s creation process began with assembling a massive 1,360 m² canvas, which took two days. Using waterproof markers, he worked on the project over six days, overcoming challenges and adapting his approach as he progressed. The work drew a l

"I MET A DEAD BAT ON MY BED"- GOV. OKPEBHOLO RECOUNTS HOW HE WON EDO GUBER POLL. (PHOTO).

- November 14, 2024

‘I met a dead bat on my bed’ — Okpebholo recounts how he won Edo guber poll Monday Okpebholo says he battled principalities and powers on his way to becoming governor of Edo. Okpebholo, candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), was declared winner of the September 21 governorship election. He polled 291,667 votes to defeat Asue Ighodalo of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) who garnered 247,274 votes. Olumide Akpata of the Labour Party (LP) came third with 22,763 votes. Okpebholo took his oath of office on Tuesday in Benin City. In a statement issued on Thursday by Fred Itua, his chief press secretary, Okpebholo attributed his electoral conquest to the grace of God, constant prayers, and the support of the people. The governor spoke at his post-swearing-in thanksgiving service in Benin. Okpebholo said he “found a dead bat on his bed” hours before the electoral umpire called the election for him — without “prior spiritual consultations or help from native doctors”. “I want to

UPDATE: RESOLUTE CEO STILL HELD IN MALI, DIPLOMATIC SOURCES SAYS, AS SHARES SUSPENDED. (PHOTO).

- November 14, 2024

Resolute CEO still held in Mali, diplomatic sources say, as shares suspended Resolute Mining, opens new tab CEO Terence Holohan and two other employees of the Australian company were still being detained in Mali on Thursday, two diplomatic sources there told Reuters. Resolute said on Sunday that Holohan and the two other employees had been temporarily detained by government officials in the military-led West African country. It has not provided any further update on the situation. The executives were in Mali's capital Bamako to hold discussions with mining and tax authorities regarding general activities related to the company's business practices. Resolute's shares fell as much as 8.1% to A$0.395 on Thursday, their lowest level since late March, after Bloomberg reported that the Malian military junta was seeking at least $161 million from the company to settle a dispute mainly concerning alleged back taxes. Trading in Resolute shares was halted on the Australian Stock Exc

BOBBY BENSON'S ELDEST SON 'TONY BENSON' HAS SADLY PASSED AWAY. (PHOTOS). #RIP

- November 14, 2024

Veteran actor Patrick Doyle shared this photo above on his social media with the caption "It is with a generous tinge of regret that I announce the passing of a great family friend and artistic collaborator of my older siblings, Tony Benson. The eldest son of the late great Bobby Benson and 1 of Nigeria's most accomplished keyboardists". One more photo below.

UPDATE: FINAL JOURNEY OF LATE COAS LAGBAJA AS HIS REMAINS ARE FLOWN TO ABUJA. (PHOTO).

- November 14, 2024

Photos: Final Journey of Late COAS Lagbaja as His Remains are Flown to Abuja A solemn scene unfolded at the Air Force wing of Murtala Muhammed Airport, Ikeja, Lagos, this morning as the remains of the late former Chief of Army Staff, Lt. General Taoreed Lagbaja, were prepared for transport to Abuja. The casket was brought from the morgue at around 9:25 a.m. for the final leg of the journey. Among those present to honor the late General were Lagos State Deputy Governor Obafemi Hamzat, traditional white cap chiefs from the Oba of Lagos palace, senior military officers, police, and paramilitary personnel. Members of the Naval Officers Wives Association (NOWA) and retired generals also paid their respects. The atmosphere was marked by a poignant tribute as the Army band played the national anthem. Pallbearers, comprising senior military officers from both the Army and Navy, stood by the casket, draped in the Nigerian national flag, as the funeral procession began. As the procession made

EDO GOV. OKPEBHOLO ORDERS FREEZE OF ALL STATE BANK ACCOUNTS. (PHOTO).

- November 14, 2024

Edo Governor Okpebholo Orders Freeze of All State Bank Accounts Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has ordered the immediate freezing of all state government bank accounts, effective Thursday. In a statement released by his Chief Press Secretary, Fred Itua, the governor emphasized that the freeze would remain in place until further notice. Governor Okpebholo directed commercial banks, ministries, departments, and agencies (MDAs) to adhere to the order without delay, warning of severe consequences for non-compliance. The statement read: “All state accounts with commercial banks are now frozen. Banks must ensure no withdrawals are made from government accounts until further notice. Heads of MDAs are required to enforce full compliance immediately.” The governor also stated that after conducting necessary investigations and reconciliations, appropriate actions would be taken. Additionally, Governor Okpebholo instructed that the Ministry of Roads and Bridges be renamed to its previou

PASSENGER ALARMED AS AIR PEACE FLIGHT MAKES EMERGENCY STOP IN ABUJA. (PHOTO).

- November 14, 2024

Passengers Alarmed as Air Peace Flight Makes Emergency Stop in Abuja An Air Peace flight traveling from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja to Lagos made an emergency stop early Thursday morning after suspected technical issues. The incident, which occurred during taxiing just before takeoff, caused panic among passengers, many of whom shared their concerns on social media. One of the passengers, prominent human rights lawyer Inihebe Effiong, described the situation on his X (formerly Twitter) account, saying the flight, scheduled for 6:30 AM, was “forcefully” halted during taxiing. He reported that passengers were startled, and some screamed in fear as the plane came to an unexpected stop. Effiong further mentioned that the flight's captain attributed the issue to a bird strike, raising questions about the effectiveness of the bird detection equipment at Abuja’s airport. The lawyer expressed relief that the incident occurred before takeoff, noting that it would have bee

UGANDA: TIKTOKER CONVICTED FOR INSULTING PRESIDENT MUSEVENI. (PHOTO).

- November 14, 2024

Uganda: TikToker Convicted for Insulting President Museveni A 21-year-old TikToker, Emmanuel Nabugodi, has been convicted by a court in Uganda for posting a video on TikTok in which he called for the public flogging of President Yoweri Museveni. Nabugodi, who created a mock trial of the president, pleaded guilty to charges of spreading hate speech and faces a potential seven-year prison sentence. During his court appearance on Wednesday, Nabugodi was remanded to Kigo Maximum Security Prison near Kampala, where he will remain until his sentencing on November 18. Prosecutors have recommended the maximum sentence of seven years. This conviction makes Nabugodi the fourth individual in recent days to face charges for insulting the president and his family. The case is part of a broader trend of growing repression of dissent in Uganda, where critics of Museveni’s long rule, which began in 1986, have faced arrests and harsh penalties. Other recent cases include a 21-year-old TikToker senten

APPEAL COURT DISQUALIFIES ONDO LABOUR PARTY GOVERNORSHIP CANDIDATE, EBISENI. (PHOTO).

- November 14, 2024

Appeal Court Disqualifies Ondo Labour Party Governorship Candidate, Ebiseni The Court of Appeal in Abuja has disqualified Olusola Ebiseni as the Labour Party’s candidate for the upcoming Ondo state governorship election. The court’s decision, delivered on Wednesday, November 13, was the result of an appeal challenging Ebiseni’s nomination by some members of the party. Ebiseni, who is also the secretary-general of the Afenifere group, has been involved in a candidacy dispute with Ayodele Olorunfemi, a unionist. The ruling was issued by a three-member panel, led by Justice Adebukola Banjoko.

MINISTER OF WATER RESOURCES VOW TO RESOLVE IRRITATION ISSUES HINDERING SUGAR PRODUCTION. (PHOTO).

- November 14, 2024

Minister of Water Resources Vows to Resolve Irrigation Issues Hindering Sugar Production The Minister of Water Resources, Engr. Joseph Utsev, has pledged to address the ongoing irrigation challenges affecting sugar production across Nigeria. During a meeting with the Executive Secretary/CEO of the National Sugar Development Council (NSDC), Mr. Kamar Bakrin, in Abuja, Utsev affirmed his ministry's commitment to supporting the NSDC's goal of achieving self-sufficiency in sugar production. Bakrin raised concerns about the critical water access issues faced by sugar estates, which rely on consistent irrigation for sugarcane cultivation. He emphasized that sugarcane requires between 1,500 and 2,500mm of water throughout its 12-18 month growth cycle, and without reliable irrigation, both yield and quality suffer, leading to lower sugar output. One key request from Bakrin was the approval for a 20-kilometre canal system to transport water from River Hadejia to the Great Northern Nige

WHO WARNS AFRICA'S DIABETES CASE COULD REACH 54 MILLION BY 2045.(PHOTO).

- November 14, 2024

WHO Warns Africa's Diabetes Cases Could Reach 54 Million by 2045 The World Health Organization (WHO) has warned that the number of people living with diabetes in Africa could soar to 54 million by 2045, representing the highest projected increase globally if urgent measures are not taken. Dr. Matshidiso Moeti, WHO Regional Director for Africa, made this statement on Thursday in commemoration of World Diabetes Day 2024, which was themed “Breaking Barriers, Bridging Gaps.” Currently, over 24 million adults in the WHO African Region are living with diabetes, with half of them undiagnosed. Dr. Moeti attributed the rising prevalence of the disease to factors like urbanization, poor diets, and a lack of physical activity. Without immediate intervention, the number of people affected is expected to nearly double by 2045, creating significant health and economic burdens due to the high cost of managing the condition. Diabetes, a chronic condition that leads to uncontrolled blood sugar lev

AFRICA CDC APPROVES FIRST LOCALLY MADE MPOX TEST FROM MOROCCO. (PHOTO).

- November 14, 2024

Africa CDC Approves First Locally Made Mpox Test from Morocco The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) has officially endorsed Morocco's first locally produced mpox test, marking a significant achievement in the fight against the virus across the continent. The test, a real-time PCR diagnostic tool, can rapidly detect mpox DNA in blood, saliva, or tissue samples. This endorsement, announced on Thursday, follows the Africa CDC's declaration of the mpox outbreak as a public health emergency three months ago. The approval highlights the test's reliability and effectiveness in detecting the virus, underscoring the African Union's ongoing efforts to enhance the self-sufficiency of public health systems on the continent. The World Health Organization (WHO) had previously approved the Alinity m MPXV assay, another mpox diagnostic test, which detects the virus from lesion swabs. Since the beginning of the year, more than 50,000 cases of mpox and arou

POWER DISCONNECTION HITS UCH: PATIENTS AND RELATIVES STRUGGLE AS ELECTRICITY SUPPLY IS CUT OFF AGAIN. (PHOTO).

- November 14, 2024

Power Disconnection Hits UCH: Patients and Relatives Struggle as Electricity Supply is Cut Off Again Patients and their families at the University College Hospital (UCH) in Ibadan are enduring severe hardship following the latest power disconnection by the Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC). This marks the second time this year the hospital has faced a power cut, with the latest disruption occurring on October 26, 2024, due to an outstanding debt. Previously, UCH’s power supply was cut off in March 2024 over a N495 million debt, but it was restored after intervention from prominent Ibadan indigenes and stakeholders. Despite an agreement to settle the debt in installments, IBEDC claims that UCH has failed to honor its commitment, resulting in the new disconnection. As a result, critical services at the hospital, including surgeries, laboratory tests, and water supply, have been halted. Staff members revealed that the hospital owes over N200 million in accumulated bills. Ma

LAGOS DINNER FOR CJN: SENIOR LAWYERS DEFEND JUSTICE KEKERE-EKUN'S ATTENDANCE AMID CRITICISM. (PHOTO).

- November 14, 2024

Lagos Dinner for CJN: Senior Lawyers Defend Justice Kekere-Ekun’s Attendance Amid Criticism Senior Nigerian lawyers have defended Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun’s participation in a Lagos State Government dinner honoring her contributions to the legal system, amid controversy over her engagement with Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, a litigant before the Supreme Court. Legal experts, including Chief Kanu Agabi, SAN, and Prof. Itse Sagay, SAN, argued that attending state functions does not undermine judicial independence and is a positive reflection of the judiciary's role in a functioning democracy.

PRIVATE VEHICLES WILL BE PROFILED, REPAINTED BY JANUARY TO CURB 'ONE CHANCE'- WIKE. (PHOTO).

- November 14, 2024

Private vehicles will be profiled, repainted by January to curb 'one chance' - Wike The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike has disclosed that by January private people in Abuja won't be allowed to run taxis without profiling and without using the Abuja colour to reduced the level of 'one chance'. He explained that at bus and taxi terminals, they know the vehicle citizens board and the driver but if you choose to travel on your own, taking risks on the road, that's your personal responsibility. This was disclosed via a media chat the Minister had in Abuja on Wednesday, November 13. Wike said: "First of all, let us appreciate that what we're doing in terms of using bus terminals is okay, and then how would you run it in terms of sustainability "Now what we have agreed, government can not only depend on private sectors in terms of transportation, "While we allow the private sector to participate, government will on it's

ALLEGED N101. 4BILLION FRAUD: COURY ORDERS SERVICE OF HEARING NOTICE ON YAHAYA BELLO. (PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE.

- November 14, 2024

Alleged N101.4 Billion Fraud: Court Orders Service of Hearing Notice on Yahaya Bello Justice Maryanne Anenih of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, High Court, Maitama, has directed that a hearing notice be served on Yahaya Bello, former governor of Kogi State, at his residence and on the court’s notice board. This follows his repeated failure to appear in court for arraignment on charges of fraud involving N101.4 billion. In a ruling on Thursday, November 14, 2024, Justice Anenih instructed that the hearing notice be pasted at Bello’s residence at No. 9 Benghazi Street, Wuse Zone 4, Abuja, and displayed on the court’s notice board. The court issued this order as the public summons requiring Bello’s appearance is set to expire on November 17, 2024, allowing him a few remaining days to comply. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC requested an adjournment to allow Bello more time to respond to the public summons, which provides a 30-day period for his appearance. Acc

EFCC ARRESTS MAN FOR ALLEGED CURRENCY RACKETEERING IN ENUGU. (PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE.

- November 14, 2024

EFCC Arrests Man for Alleged Currency Racketeering in Enugu Operatives of the Enugu Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC have arrested one Hussaini Ibrahim in connection with alleged currency racketeering of N460, 000. 00 (Four Hundred and Sixty Thousand Naira). Ibrahim was arrested by the Special Task Force of the Commission, Enugu Zonal Directorate on Wednesday, November 13, 2024, following intelligence received by the Commission linking him with suspected currency racketeering. The suspect was arrested around Emenite area of Enugu metropolis with N200 (Two Hundred Naira) denomination totaling N460, 000. 00. He will be charged to court as soon as investigations are concluded.

NIGERIAN RAILWAY CORPORATION EXPANDS ABUJA-KADUNA TRAIN SERVICES TO SIX DAILY TRIPS ON WEEKDAYS. (PHOTO).

- November 14, 2024

Nigerian Railway Corporation Expands Abuja-Kaduna Train Services To Six Daily Trips On Weekdays The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) has announced an increase in its Abuja-Kaduna train services from four to six trips daily, running from Monday to Friday. This expansion is aimed at meeting the growing demand for train services on the route. The acting Managing Director of the NRC, Mr. Ben Iloanusi, confirmed the development in a statement issued on Wednesday in Lagos, as reported by the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN). The statement, signed by Mr. Yakub Mohmood, Deputy Director of Public Relations at the NRC, highlighted the corporation’s commitment to improving customer satisfaction and addressing complaints of ticket racketeering. “The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) has increased the number of train services from four to six services from Monday to Friday on its Abuja-Kaduna route. “The acting Managing Director of the Corporation, Mr Ben Iloanusi, confirmed this in a statement o

U. S. ENVOY TO KENYA, MEG WHITMAN, RESIGNS IN WAKE OF TRUMP WIN. (PHOTO).

- November 14, 2024

US envoy to Kenya, Meg Whitman, resigns in wake of Trump win Days after Donald Trump's victory in the US presidential election, the country's ambassador to Kenya, Meg Whitman, has handed in her resignation letter, TRT Afrika reported. "Today, I announced to my team at the US embassy that I submitted my resignation to President Joe Biden. It has been an honour and privilege to serve the American people through strengthening our partnership with Kenya," Whitman said in a Wednesday statement. Whitman struck a close relationship with Kenyan President William Ruto during her tenure. It led to Ruto's state visit to Washington in May - the first by an African leader in 16 years. Reflecting on her tenure, which began in 2022, Whitman spoke about her efforts in fostering trade, security, and healthcare collaboration between Kenya and the US. "My efforts also opened the door for more American companies to do business in Kenya. Trade, jobs, and US investment in Kenya a

REMAINS OF LATE COAS LAGBAJA ARRIVE AT LAGOS AIRPORT. (PHOTO).

- November 14, 2024

Remains of Late COAS Lagbaja Arrive at Lagos Airport The remains of the late Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja, have arrived at the Nigerian Air Force wing of Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos. The body, which touched down at exactly 9:00 AM, was received by soldiers from the Guards Brigade, who are preparing to honor him with their final respects. More updates will follow.

AMOTEKUN ARRESTS GAMBLER WHO FAKED KIDNAPPING TO ESCAPE DEBT. (PHOTO).

- November 14, 2024

Amotekun Arrests Gambler Who Faked Kidnapping to Escape Debt The Ogun Amotekun Corps has arrested a 41-year-old man, Enitan Awoyemi, for allegedly staging his own kidnapping in an attempt to avoid repaying a significant gambling debt. Awoyemi, a resident of Irolu-Remo in Ikenne Local Government Area, was apprehended on Wednesday following an investigation into the alleged abduction. According to a statement from the Corps Commander, Alade Adedigba, Awoyemi’s wife, Mrs. Tope Awoyemi, reported the incident on November 10 at the Amotekun Irolu outpost. She claimed that her husband had called her, saying he had been kidnapped the previous day by unknown assailants who demanded a ransom of N5 million for his release. The Amotekun Intelligence team immediately launched an investigation, uncovering that Awoyemi had accumulated significant gambling debts, amounting to about one million naira, from his regular participation in a lotto game. The suspect, who had previously won N6 million from t

PANIC IN OYO AS DOCTOR AND THREE NURSES DIE AT SAME HOSPITAL WITHIN 72 HOURS. (PHOTO).

- November 14, 2024

Panic in Oyo as Doctor and Three Nurses Die at Same Hospital Within 72 Hours Residents of Saki, Oyo State, particularly those near Almusharaf Hospital in Oke Sunah, are gripped with fear following the sudden deaths of a doctor and three nurses in just 72 hours. The deaths began with a nurse three days ago, followed by another nurse on Monday, and then a doctor along with another nurse on Tuesday. Locals are alarmed and speculating about the cause, with some suggesting the possibility of a contagious disease that may have been mishandled by the hospital staff, though no patients have been affected. Others have raised concerns about potential food poisoning, as the hospital staff may have shared a meal. One resident, Mr. Adekunle Lawal, voiced the community’s unease, stating, “We are afraid because we don’t know what caused their deaths. It’s a very big hospital, and sometimes they invite doctors from other places.” The deaths have led to calls for an investigation, with locals urgin

BOXING WORLD DIVIDED AS 58-YEAR-OLD MIKE TYSON FACES JAKE PAUL IN CONTROVERSIAL FRIDAY MATCH. (PHOTO).

- November 14, 2024

Boxing World Divided as 58-Year-Old Mike Tyson Faces Jake Paul in Controversial Friday Match Nearly four decades after his professional debut and 19 years since retiring, 58-year-old Mike Tyson is set to return to the ring this Friday in a highly controversial bout against 27-year-old YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul. The fight, backed by Netflix, will take place at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, home of the Dallas Cowboys. Tyson, who was once the dominant force in the heavyweight division in the late 1980s, will face Paul in an officially sanctioned eight-round match. The event, initially scheduled for July, was postponed after Tyson was hospitalized due to a bleeding ulcer. His medical scare has only intensified criticism of the upcoming fight, with many questioning the risks to Tyson’s health. Prominent figures in the boxing world, including British promoter Eddie Hearn, have voiced strong objections to the fight. Hearn argued that Tyson, who last fought professionally in 200

NON-COMMUNICABLE DISEASES KILL 684,000 NIGERIANS. (PHOTO).

- November 14, 2024

Non-Communicable Diseases Kill 684,000 Nigerians Annually, Stakeholders Warn A recent report revealing that over 684,000 Nigerians die from non-communicable diseases (NCDs) annually has raised alarms among health experts and stakeholders. The deaths, attributed to diseases like cancer, heart disease, diabetes, and hypertension, are largely preventable, but have been overshadowed by the focus on infectious diseases. At a health summit in Abuja, Gatefield’s Adewunmi Emoruwa called for urgent action, highlighting the rise in unhealthy diets, alcohol, tobacco use, and physical inactivity as key drivers. Stakeholders emphasized the need for government policies, public health education, and lifestyle changes to combat the growing NCD crisis, which severely impacts life expectancy in Nigeria.

ONDO ELECTION : NNPP'S EDEMA SEEKS COURT ORDER TO REMOVD APC'S AIYEDATIWA FROM INEC CANDIDATE LIST. (PHOTO).

- November 14, 2024

Ondo Election: NNPP’s Edema Seeks Court Order to Remove APC’s Aiyedatiwa from INEC Candidate List Hon. Olugbenga Edema, the gubernatorial candidate of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) in Ondo State, has filed a suit at the Federal High Court seeking to compel the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to remove Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and his deputy from the list of candidates for the upcoming gubernatorial election. Edema’s legal action, which seeks a ruling on the interpretation of Section 15 of the Third Schedule to the 1999 Constitution of Nigeria (as amended), challenges the validity of Aiyedatiwa’s nomination. He contends that the APC primary election held on April 20, 2024, was unconstitutional and violated the Electoral Act, 2022. In the originating summons (Suit No. FHC/AK/CS/103/2024), filed through his counsel, Abayomi Ojo, Edema has listed INEC as the 1st Respondent, APC as the 2nd Respondent, and Aiyedatiwa and his d

LASEPA PARADES 94 SUSPECTED CRIMINALS ON AGEGE RAIL CORRIDOR.(PHOTO).

- November 14, 2024

LASEPA parades 94 suspected criminals on Agege rail corridor The Lagos State Taskforce has arrested 94 suspected miscreants, who are part of the illegal occupants and squatters dislodged from shanties on the railway corridor from Pen Cinema to Fagba axis of the state. These 94 persons were arrested in the early hours of Wednesday for frustrating the efforts of the agency operatives, who were clearing about 25 kilometres corridor distance of illegal shanties and makeshift buildings for violating environmental and sanitary laws. According to a statement released by the Taskforce spokesperson, Gbadeyan Abdulraheem on Wednesday, these suspected miscreants will be charged to court for disturbing their operations. Abdulraheem said complaints were made about the squatters activities at the corridor, which is a threat to the environment and security. He stated that the action was taken to relieve residents and train passengers at Fagba, Agege, and Pen Cinema railway routes. He also revealed t

FCT HOUSES FOR JUDGES: FALANA COUNTERS WIKE,INSISTS ACTION UNCONDITIONAL.(PHOTO).

- November 14, 2024

FCT houses for judges: Falana counters Wike, insists action unconstitutional Human rights lawyer, Femi Falana, SAN, yesterday, once again flayed the construction of houses for judges and justices by the Ministry of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), saying the action is unconstitutional. Speaking on a programme on Channels Television, he said the action is an embarrassment to the Judiciary which ought to maintain its independence as one of the three arms of government in Nigeria. It would be recalled that in September, the Federal Executive Council (FEC) approved the construction of 40 housing units for judges and justices in the FCT. FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, revealed this to State House correspondents after the 18th Council meeting, which was chaired by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, at the Aso Rock Villa, Abuja. FG suspends 13 students for assaulting schoolmate Lakurawa wants a caliphate in the Sahel – Dr Rufa’i He said the decision was part of the government’s Renewed Hope Housi

FARMERS LOST OVER N100M IN KADUNA MAIZE FARM ATTACKS- ZUBAIRU.(PHOTO).

- November 14, 2024

Farmers lost over N100m in Kaduna maize farm attacks — Zubairu Member representing Birnin Gwari and Giwa Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. Bashir Zubairu Birnin Gwari, said over N100 million was lost by farmers following an attack on a maize farm by bandits in Kaduna State. The lawmaker disclosed this while speaking with BBC Hausa Radio monitored on Wednesday in Kaduna about the Sunday bandit attack on maize farms at Kwaga and Unguwar Zoko in Birnin Gwari Local Government Area. He said if the government failed to address such atrocities, the people would have no choice but to defend themselves. “It was a huge loss of over N100 million, and they (the bandits) have not stopped, because it’s something they’ve been doing for the past two to three months. They claim that their people were attacked, their properties destroyed, and their seized weapons must be returned to them,” he said. Gunmen kill 2 in Ogun Ogun PDP: Judge handling suit against our LG candidates wa

NAIRA DEPRECIATES TO N1,740/$ IN PARALLEL MARKET.(PHOTO).

- November 14, 2024

Naira depreciates to N1,740/$ in parallel market The Naira yesterday depreciated to N1,740 per dollar in the parallel market from N1,735 per dollar on Tuesday. Similarly , the Naira appreciated to N1,645.4 per dollar in the Nigerian Autonomous Foreign Exchange Market, NAFEM. Data from FMDQ showed that the indicative exchange rate for NAFEM fell to N1,645.4 per dollar from N1,689.88 per dollar on Tuesday indicating N44.48 appreciation for the naira. The volume of dollars traded (turnover) in the market rose by 122.5 percent to $236.84 million from $106.44 million sold on Tuesday. Consequently, the margin between the parallel market and NAFEM rate widened to N94.6 per dollar from N45.12 per dollar on Tuesday.

FBI LAUNCHES MANHUNT FOR NIGERIAN FRAUDSTERS WHO STOLE $60M FROM TOP GLOBAL CARBON SUPPLIER.(PHOTO).

- November 14, 2024

FBI launches manhunt for Nigerian fraudsters who stole $60 million from top global carbon supplier The FBI has launched a manhunt for suspected Nigerian fraudsters who allegedly swindled Orion, an energy company, of millions of dollars, specifically $60 million, according to Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filings on August 10. Although the SEC withheld the names of the fraudsters and their personal identifying information to avoid spooking them into hiding before their arrest, law enforcement agents told Peoples Gazette that the fraudsters were of Nigerian descent. The suspects stole $60 million from Orion, a Luxembourg-based company that produces carbon black, a major material for making tyres, ink, batteries, plastics and more. An SEC filing showed that the suspect targeted an Orion employee in the scheme and used him as bait to make fraudulent wire transfers from the company to other accounts under their control, a criminal tactic that many Nigerian fraudsters have adopte

A CHINESE-MAN TORE THE NAIRA IN-FRONT OF GOVT OFFICIALS IN LEKKI.(VIDEO/PHOTO).

- November 14, 2024

𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐍𝐚𝐢𝐫𝐚❌❌ At a Chinese company opposite Eko Kate along Lekki Epe express road, this Chinese man pulled out some Naira notes and tore Infront of some Lagos government officials for sealing his premises. • His action not only disrespects the currency but also carry legal consequences. I hope EFCC takes action as soon as possible. HOW THE MESSAGE WAS SENT: At a Chinese company opposite Eko Kate along Lekki Epe express road, this Chinese man for reasons best known to him pulled out some Naira notes and tore Infront of some Lagos government officials for sealing his premises based on some laws he broke.. the other guys you see shielding him most are also not Nigerians and there is a Nigerian Police man there too oh.. Please I need you to help us post it so that relevant agencies would act on it so the he does not goes unpunished. Watch video below.