Meeting Between Governor Lawal and Tinubu on Addressing Insecurity in Zamfara
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Meeting Between Governor Lawal and Tinubu on Addressing Insecurity in Zamfara

The escalating banditry and related criminal activities in Zamfara State prompted Governor Dauda Lawal to engage in discussions with President Tinubu. This meeting took place on Tuesday in a private setting within the president's office at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. A statement issued by the spokesperson of Zamfara Governor, Sulaiman Bala Idris, disclosed that the governor provided a briefing to President Tinubu on the security challenges in Zamfara, especially with the recent surge in attacks in certain locations. The discussions centered around a range of strategies and actions to combat the insecurity dilemma, which included bolstered security deployment, intelligence gathering initiatives, and outreach programs involving the local communities. The meeting underscored the signif...
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House of Representatives Steps in to Prevent NASU’s Planned Strike

Efforts are being made by the House of Representatives to prevent the impending strike by the Non-Academic Staff of Universities (NASU) by intervening in the ongoing dispute between the Federal Government and the workers. During a meeting with officials from the Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) in Abuja on Thursday, Representative Abubakar Fulata, the Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on University Education, initiated steps to address the situation. Also present at the meeting were representatives from the National Association of Academic Technologists (NAAT) and other key stakeholders. Speaking on behalf of NASU, SSANU President Mohammed Ibrahim explained that the unions had recently carried out a week-long warning strike due to the non-payme...
Singer Joe El criticizes Burna Boy’s ongoing feud with Davido
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Singer Joe El criticizes Burna Boy’s ongoing feud with Davido

In the ongoing rift between Nigerian musicians Davido and Burna Boy, singer Joe El Amadi has shared his perspective. He likened Burna Boy to the controversial veteran artist Eedris Abdulkareem, suggesting that Burna Boy is intensifying his disagreement with Davido excessively. During a recent episode of the 'Real Ish' podcast, Joe El expressed his view that Davido is known to be a compassionate individual, contrasting with Burna Boy's approach. In Joe El's words, "Burna Boy mirrors how Eedris Abdulkareem used to handle situations in the past. The ongoing feud between Davido and Burna Boy seems exaggerated from Burna's end. Davido, on the other hand, has a kind-hearted nature." Further, Joe El criticized Burna Boy for his controversial claim that no one had paved the way in the Nigeria...
Seun Kuti Criticizes DJ Khaled for his Silence on Palestinian Crisis
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Seun Kuti Criticizes DJ Khaled for his Silence on Palestinian Crisis

Renowned Afrobeat artist Seun Kuti has publicly criticized American music sensation DJ Khaled for his lack of involvement in the Israeli–Palestinian conflict. Despite hailing from Palestine, DJ Khaled has remained conspicuously silent on the tragic events unfolding in his homeland, particularly regarding the loss of innocent lives. Kuti pointed out that while DJ Khaled often showcases his opulent lifestyle on social media, he fails to leverage his platform to condemn the atrocities being committed against Palestinian civilians, especially women and children. In a video shared on his Instagram account, Kuti expressed his disappointment, stating, "DJ Khaled, a Palestinian by heritage, has chosen to remain indifferent to the plight of his people. Instead of speaking out against the violenc...
BREAKING NEWS: Abducted Lagos editor released as military caves to pressure
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BREAKING NEWS: Abducted Lagos editor released as military caves to pressure

Following mounting pressure, military authorities have released Segun Olatunji, the Editor of FirstNews, who was kidnapped from his residence in Lagos State on Friday, March 15, 2024. Verification from PUNCH Online confirms that Olatunji was set free to certain media figures, including Yomi Odunuga from The Nation newspaper and Iyobosa Uwugiaren from Thisday Newspaper in Abuja on Thursday after continuous pressure from the press. These individuals were required to assure that Olatunji would be available if needed in the future. The IPI, the Nigeria Guild of Editors, and Olatunji’s employers had all issued distinct statements condemning his abduction, demanding that authorities release him or bring charges against him. ...
The passing of Nobel Laureate Daniel Kahneman at the age of 90
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The passing of Nobel Laureate Daniel Kahneman at the age of 90

At the age of 90, we bid farewell to Daniel Kahneman, a Nobel Prize recipient whose groundbreaking work in behavioral economics left an indelible mark on the field. Known for his influential book "Thinking, Fast and Slow," Kahneman challenged the conventional belief that human behavior is driven by rational decision-making, emphasizing the role of instinct instead. Princeton University, where Kahneman, an Israeli-American scholar, dedicated his career, confirmed his passing in a statement released on Wednesday. In reflecting on his legacy, former colleague and professor Eldar Shafir remarked, "Many social sciences fields were forever changed by his contributions. His absence will be deeply felt." In 2002,...
The Passing of Nobel Prize Laureate Daniel Kahneman at the Age of 90
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The Passing of Nobel Prize Laureate Daniel Kahneman at the Age of 90

Confirming the news of the demise of Daniel Kahneman, a Nobel Prize winner renowned for his groundbreaking contributions to behavioral economics, his employer announced that he passed away at the age of 90. Known for his influential book "Thinking, Fast and Slow," Kahneman challenged the traditional belief that human behavior is governed by rational decision-making, advocating instead that it is often driven by instinct. Princeton University, where Kahneman, an Israeli-American academic, dedicated his career until his recent passing, shared the news in an official statement released on Wednesday. Reflecting on Kahneman's immense impact, former colleague and professor Eldar Shafir remarked, "Many fields within the social sciences experienced a significant shift upon his ...
Primate Ayodele Advises Tinubu to Reject Terrorism-Encouraging Advice and Criticizes Ex-Minister Shittu
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Primate Ayodele Advises Tinubu to Reject Terrorism-Encouraging Advice and Criticizes Ex-Minister Shittu

President Bola Tinubu has been cautioned by the leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele, against considering advice that may promote terrorism within Nigeria. Primate Ayodele emphasized the importance for Tinubu to address the issue of insecurity directly to prevent any adverse impacts on his administration. This caution came as Primate Ayodele criticized former Minister of Communication, Adebayo Shittu, for suggesting that the government should negotiate and rehabilitate terrorists, claiming they have prospects and advocating for alternative approaches to dealing with them. Contrary to Shittu's views, Primate Ayodele argued that there is no future in terrorism as it has only resulted in the destruction of the nation through their actions. In a statement con...
APC Forum and Stakeholders Push for Zoning National Chairmanship Seat to North-Central Region
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APC Forum and Stakeholders Push for Zoning National Chairmanship Seat to North-Central Region

A demand has been made by some key members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) from the North Central region to have the party's national chairmanship seat zoned to their area. Stressing the region's significant contribution to the growth and sustainability of the APC, they emphasized the merit of granting the national chairmanship position to the North Central. This call came after a virtual meeting held via Zoom on Thursday, with the presence of leaders from the North Central APC Forum and prominent party figures. Addressing the press in Jos, the capital of Plateau State, Saleh Mandung Zazzaga articulated that the North Central region had been a steadfast pillar of support for President Bola Tinubu's administration. As a member of the Presidential Campaign Council during th...
The Federal Government’s Plan to Provide N1.6bn Support for Ginger Farmers
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The Federal Government’s Plan to Provide N1.6bn Support for Ginger Farmers

Mohammed Ibrahim, the Executive Secretary of the National Agricultural Development Fund (NADF), has announced that the Federal Government, through the NADF, will be offering support valued at N1.6bn in inputs to ginger farmers in three states and Abuja. This support is part of the Ginger Recovery Advancement and Transformation for Economic Empowerment initiative. During the launch of the Ginger Blight Epidemic Control Taskforce Support Initiative in Kaduna, Ibrahim revealed that 15,000 ginger farmers from Kaduna, Plateau, Nasarawa, and the FCT were impacted by the recent ginger blight epidemic in the country. He pointed out that the National Bureau for Statistics had reported a 17% increase in revenue fr...