Call from Kwara governor for Christian unity
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Call from Kwara governor for Christian unity

In a message to Christians, Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq urges them to use the occasion of Easter to strengthen their faith in God and come together for the progress of the nation. Issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Rafiu Ajakaye, the governor's Easter message conveyed congratulations to the Christian community in Kwara State and nationwide. Easter, the message highlights, brings to mind enduring values such as love, sacrifice, compassion, unity, and the victory of good over evil. Reflecting on the legacy of Jesus Christ and his sacrifice, the governor calls for a deeper contemplation of these virtues at this time and beyond. AbdulRazaq encourages everyone to use this moment to reaffirm their faith, unite for national advancement, and collaborate in upholding righteousn...
Call from Kwara State Governor to Christians for Unity Promotion
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Call from Kwara State Governor to Christians for Unity Promotion

Encouraging unity and togetherness, Kwara State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, urges Christians nationwide to use the occasion of Easter to strengthen their faith in God and come together for the betterment of the nation and collective progress. In a Friday Easter message issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Rafiu Ajakaye, the governor extended his well wishes to the Christian community in Kwara State and all over Nigeria as they celebrate Easter. Highlighting the significance of Easter, he emphasized timeless values such as love, sacrifice, compassion, unity, and the victory of good over evil manifested at various times. Reflecting on the enduring impact of Jesus Christ's sacrifice and the legacy he left for humanity, Governor AbdulRazaq called for a deep contemplati...
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Appeal for US Assistance: Detained Binance Executive’s Wife Speaks Out

Expressing distress over her husband's prolonged detention in Nigeria, Mrs. Yuki Gambaryan, the spouse of Tigran Gambaryan, a detained Binance executive, has reached out for help. In a statement to NewsNow on Saturday, she called upon US Senator Cory Booker and Congresswoman Sara Jacobs, who recently met with President Bola Tinubu, to intervene in securing Gambaryan's release. “The Nigerian authorities have detained my husband for over 30 days without any formal charges. Instead of engaging in constructive dialogue with Binance, they have resorted to baseless allegations against him. It is evident that he is being unfairly held as a tactic of coercion. While the congressional delegation is in Nigeria, I urge them to press for Tigran's release and steer the investigation towards Bina...
Contradictions Unfold at Kogi Guber as SDP Witness Testifies in Tribunal
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Contradictions Unfold at Kogi Guber as SDP Witness Testifies in Tribunal

During the proceedings at the Kogi State Governorship Election Petitions Tribunal, a witness from the Social Democratic Party (SDP) sparked a mild drama by giving conflicting statements regarding the documents presented against Governor Usman Ododo's election. The petitioners, Muritala Ajaka and SDP, veered away from BVAS after their key witness revealed that he was not present in Kogi State during the election and accused the All Progressives Congress candidate, now Kogi State Governor, Usman Ododo, of falsifying his age declaration affidavit. The witness, Dan Musa Williams from the Federal Capital Territory High Court in Abuja, initially claimed that the documents were not authentic, but upon further questioning, he struggled to support his allegations. When questioned if he had ver...
Arteta Provides Injury Update for Arsenal’s Saka, Martinelli, and Gabriel
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Arteta Provides Injury Update for Arsenal’s Saka, Martinelli, and Gabriel

Ahead of their upcoming match against Manchester City, Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has shared the latest injury news concerning some key players in his squad. In his statement to the press on Friday, Arteta disclosed that Bukayo Saka, Gabriel Martinelli, and Gabriel Magalhaes have been absent from training sessions throughout this week. Despite the international break, these three players did not feature for their respective national teams. Arteta expressed optimism about the potential participation of Saka, Martinelli, and Gabriel Magalhaes in the upcoming clash with Manchester City, stating, “There's a possibility that Bukayo Saka, Gabriel Martinelli, and Gabriel Magalhaes could be included in the squad for the game. They have yet to resume training, but there is a chance they might ...
Minister announces FG plan to settle GenCos and gas suppliers’ debts in April
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Minister announces FG plan to settle GenCos and gas suppliers’ debts in April

Revealing a significant development, Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, shared that the Federal Government will commence payments towards the debts owed to power generating companies and gas suppliers starting in April. During a recent visit to Egbin Power Plc in Lagos State, Adelabu mentioned plans to collaborate with the Central Bank of Nigeria to prioritize foreign exchange allocation to enhance the power sector's capacity for generating output. In discussions about the debts within the power sector, Adelabu mentioned seeking understanding from GenCo stakeholders during his visit to Egbin. He emphasized the importance of addressing the owed debts to ensure the uninterrupted operation of power assets like Egbin Power plant. Adelabu assured that the gover...
APC’s Challenge to Fubara: Validate Your Popularity by Holding LG Elections
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APC’s Challenge to Fubara: Validate Your Popularity by Holding LG Elections

A call has been made by the All Progressives Congress, APC, for Rivers State governor, Siminilayi Fubara, to demonstrate his popularity through the conduction of local government elections in the state. Following a peace meeting convened by President Bola Tinubu to address the political crisis in Rivers State, it was agreed upon as part of the resolutions to proceed with conducting local government elections. Furthermore, the APC has criticized the show of support for Tinubu by some members of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, who remain loyal to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, labeling it as hypocritical. Notably, members of the defunct PDP Presidential Campaign Council in Rivers State threw their support behind Tinubu and Fubara on Thursday, led by former national chairman of ...
Call from Manufacturers to the Federal Government to Support Local Production through Subsidies
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Call from Manufacturers to the Federal Government to Support Local Production through Subsidies

Urging the Federal Government to subsidize the production sector to counter the impacts of increasing production costs is a key request from manufacturers in Nigeria. They propose that rather than simply providing resources as a one-time palliative that could leave people worse off in the long run, the Government should redirect these resources as incentives for local producers to stimulate domestic production and enhance the country's economic prospects. This appeal was made during a stakeholders engagement forum hosted by the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) in Anambra State over the weekend. The forum also delved into discussions on facilitating fund accessibility for small businesses. Themed 'Access to Finance and Cheaper Funding for SMEs in Nigeria', the Forum highlighte...
INEC: 19 political parties set to participate in Ondo gubernatorial election
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INEC: 19 political parties set to participate in Ondo gubernatorial election

Confirming the lineup for the November 16 governorship election in Ondo State, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced the participation of 19 political parties. Ondo State Resident Electoral Commissioner, Mrs Oluwatoyin Babalola, revealed that these political parties have indicated their readiness to take part in the upcoming poll. In a meeting with representatives of the political parties in Akure, Babalola emphasized that the parties have duly informed the Commission about the scheduling of their primaries for the governorship election. The list of political parties includes the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Accord Party, Action Alliance, African Action Congress, African Democratic Congress (ADC), African Democrat...
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Female Strike Force for School Protection in FCT Inaugurated by NSCDC
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NSCDC Female Strike Force Inauguration Female Strike Force for School Protection in FCT Inaugurated by NSCDC

An initiative by the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, has led to the inauguration of a female strike force dedicated to safeguarding schools in the Federal Capital Territory, FCT. Announcing this development was the FCT NSCDC Commandant, Olusola Odumosu, through a statement released on Thursday by Samuel Idoko, the Command’s spokesperson. Following a three-day training program to equip the members with essential skills and capabilities, Odumosu emphasized the significance of the initiative in ensuring the security of students and staff. Regular patrols, surveillance, and security awareness programs were highlighted as crucial measures to deter threats and attacks on educational institutions. In addition, Odumosu encouraged schools in the FCT to enroll...