Thursday, April 25

Tragic Incident in Rivers: Police Inspector Fatally Shot by Gunmen
25Apr By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
Metro

Tragic Incident in Rivers: Police Inspector Fatally Shot by Gunmen

The sad news broke on Thursday as the Rivers State Police Command announced the tragic death of one of its officers, Inspector Sunday Baba, at the hands of unidentified gunmen. In a brief statement shared on their official platform, the Command disclosed that Inspector Baba was on duty in Rumuolumeni area when he tragically lost his life on Wednesday. The unpredictable dangers faced by law enforcement officers were highlighted by the Command, lamenting the uncertainty of returning home safely each day. This heartbreaking incident comes just two months after another officer fell victim to a similar attack during a routine stop and search operation in the state capital, Port Harcourt. Unfortunately, attacks on police officers by gunmen have become all too common in Rivers State, as repor...
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Tragic Incident in Zamfara: Four Dead, Six Abducted by Bandits
25Apr By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
Metro

Tragic Incident in Zamfara: Four Dead, Six Abducted by Bandits

A fatal attack took place at the headquarters of Maru Local Government Area of Zamfara State, where gunmen suspected to be terrorists killed one person and abducted three others on Wednesday. During a telephone interview with newsmen, an eyewitness named Abubakar Maru reported that the bandits launched their assault on the town at 11:13 pm. The armed bandits roamed the town freely for more than two hours, causing panic among the residents. Many women and children have fled the town for their safety, according to Maru. In Zurmi town, the headquarters of Zurmi Local Government Area, bandits attempted to abduct the emir of Zurmi, Alh. Bello Muhammed Bunu at around 10:30 pm on the same day. A resident named Malam Ibrahim Zurmi disclosed that the terrorists targeted the emir's palace a...
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EFCC Chairman’s Public Briefing on Yahaya Bello Criticized by Former ECOWAS Court VP
25Apr By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
News

EFCC Chairman’s Public Briefing on Yahaya Bello Criticized by Former ECOWAS Court VP

Former Vice President of the ECOWAS Court of Justice, Professor Nwoke Friday Chijioke, has expressed discontent with the recent press conference held by the Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), specifically regarding his comments on Yahaya Bello, the former Governor of Kogi State. During an appearance on the program Politics Today on Channels Television, Prof. Chijioke condemned the EFCC's handling of the matter, characterizing it as an unjust trial and branding it as a form of trial by media. He underscored the significance of discretion in such cases, highlighting that judicial institutions like the EFCC should conduct their investigations in a discreet manner without involving the media. In his remarks, Prof. Chijioke stated, "The recent press...
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Investigation Launched by FAAN to Determine Cause of Fire at Lagos Airport
25Apr By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
News

Investigation Launched by FAAN to Determine Cause of Fire at Lagos Airport

Following a fire incident on Thursday at the E54 bridge of the Murtala Mohammed Airport in Ikeja, the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria, FAAN, has initiated an investigation to identify the cause. A statement released by Mrs. Obiageli Orah, the Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection at FAAN, disclosed that measures to clear the smoke from the building are currently underway. The discovery of smoke emanating from the E54 passenger Bridge prompted the immediate shutdown of power to the entire E Wing by electrical engineers. Responding rapidly, the Airport Rescue and Firefighting Services (ARFFS) team arrived at the scene by 5:30 a.m. Although initial suspicions suggest sparks from an electrical unit may have triggered the fire, a comprehensive investigation is ongoing to d...
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Ondo guber: 627 PDP delegates to elect candidate today
25Apr By Obi UgochuwkuNo Comments
Politics

Ondo guber: 627 PDP delegates to elect candidate today

627 PDP Delegates to Determine Ondo Gubernatorial Candidate Today Today, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) will witness the election of its standard-bearer for the upcoming Ondo State governorship election by a total of 627 delegates. The selection of the delegates took place during the party's congress conducted in all 18 local government areas of the state. With seven aspirants vying for the party's nomination, including Adeolu Akinwumi, Bosun Arebuwa, Sola Ebiseni, Agboola Ajayi, Bamidele Akingboye, John Ola Mafo, and Kolade Akinjo, the competition is stiff. Notably, Agboola Ajayi and Sola Ebiseni had previously competed for the party's ticket without success. Heading the primaries will be the Deputy Governor of Bayelsa State, Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, who serves as the Chairman of ...
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Former NSCDC Chief Cautions Government Over Proposed Merger with Police Force
25Apr By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
News

Former NSCDC Chief Cautions Government Over Proposed Merger with Police Force

Desmond Agu, a retired Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), has raised concerns about potential efforts to merge the NSCDC with the Nigeria Police Force. Agu believes that such a merger could exacerbate the security issues currently faced by the nation. Having served as a commandant in six states before his retirement, Agu advised the Federal Government to reject any attempts by individuals pushing for the merger. According to him, those advocating for the merger lack an understanding of the specialized security role that the NSCDC plays. Addressing the complex security challenges, Agu emphasized the need for coordinated and diverse approaches to effectively address them. He highlighted the significant contributions of the NSCDC in filling critical secur...
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Investors in NGX Lose N673 Billion Due to Naira Depreciation
25Apr By Afolake IbidunNo Comments
Business

Investors in NGX Lose N673 Billion Due to Naira Depreciation

Experiencing a downturn, investors at the Nigerian exchange market saw a decline on Wednesday, resulting in a loss of N673 billion in market capitalisation. The drop was attributed to sell-offs in major stocks like MTN Nigeria and Transcorp Hotel, which occurred amid the depreciation of the Naira against the Dollar in the foreign exchange market. The market capitalisation fell by 1.20%, equivalent to N673 billion, closing at N55.494 trillion compared to N56.167 trillion the previous day. Similarly, the All-share Index recorded a 1.20% loss, dropping by 1,190 points to settle at 98,121.30, down from 99,311.54 in the previous session. This led to a Year-To-Date (YTD) return decline to 31.22%. Other declining equities, including FBN Holdings, Cornerstone Insurance, and Mutual Benefits Ass...
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627 PDP Delegates Set to Choose Candidate for Gubernatorial Elections
25Apr By Obi UgochuwkuNo Comments
Politics

627 PDP Delegates Set to Choose Candidate for Gubernatorial Elections

Today, an important event will take place as 627 delegates from the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, will select the party's candidate for the upcoming gubernatorial elections in Ondo State. These delegates were chosen through a congress that occurred throughout the 18 local government areas of the state. Among the candidates vying for the party's ticket, seven have been cleared to participate in the election process. The aspirants are Adeolu Akinwumi, Bosun Arebuwa, Sola Ebiseni, Agboola Ajayi, Bamidele Akingboye, John Ola Mafo, and Kolade Akinjo. It is worth noting that Ajayi and Ebiseni have previously competed for the party's ticket without success. The Deputy Governor of Bayelsa State, Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, will oversee the primaries as the Chairman of the Primary Election Committe...
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25Apr By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
News

Former CAN Leader, Kadzai Criticizes Arewa Youths, Says Nigeria Is Not Theirs

Challenging the Arewa youths to provide evidence to back their call for the resignation of Senate President Godswill Akpabio, the National Youth Leader of the Congress of Northern Nigeria Christians, Engr. Daniel Kadzai, expressed his displeasure. Kadzai expressed anger at what he perceived as the excessive statements from the group and questioned what empowered them to consistently make demands on national matters. Yesterday, a group known as the Arewa Conglomerates demanded the resignation of Senate President Akpabio, a move that Kadzai labeled as irresponsible. A former National President of the Youth Wing of the Christian Association of Nigeria (YOWICAN) and Chairman of the Interfaith Coalition Conference, Kadzai dismissed the demand as a weak excuse with no merit. During a telepho...
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25Apr By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
News

Former CAN Leader, Kadzai, Criticizes Arewa Youths for Demanding Akpabio’s Resignation

Engr. Daniel Kadzai, the National Youth Leader of the Congress of Northern Nigeria Christians, has urged the Arewa youths to provide evidence to back up their call for Senate President Godswill Akpabio's resignation. Kadzai expressed his frustration with the Arewa group's outspokenness, questioning the basis for their consistent demands on national issues. Yesterday, the Arewa Conglomerates group demanded the resignation of Senate President Akpabio, a move that Kadzai described as irresponsible. As a former National President of the Youth Wing of the Christian Association of Nigeria (YOWICAN) and Chairman of the Interfaith Coalition Conference, Kadzai dismissed the call as a weak excuse lacking substance. In a phone interview with NewsNow on Wednesday, Kadzai pointed out...
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