Friday, April 19

Gunmen Carry Out Deadly Attack on Plateau Community, Resulting in 18 Fatalities
19Apr By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
Metro

Gunmen Carry Out Deadly Attack on Plateau Community, Resulting in 18 Fatalities

Tragic events unfolded in Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau state as gunmen launched a series of attacks, claiming the lives of at least 18 individuals. The assault targeted Tilengpan community in Mangu Local Government area, resulting in the deaths of 12 individuals. Additionally, six more people lost their lives in four Bokkos communities, including a university student who was fatally attacked last night. Chairman of Mangu local government area, Monday Kassam, confirmed the horrifying incident, revealing that the gunmen conducted deadly raids on four different communities. According to Kassam, the gunmen forcefully entered these communities, including an off-campus hostel of Plateau State University students, where they proceeded to fire shots into the air as a warning signal of...
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NPFL Changes Matchday 31 Tie to Sunday for Kwara United vs Akwa United
19Apr By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
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NPFL Changes Matchday 31 Tie to Sunday for Kwara United vs Akwa United

Due to a schedule change, the Nigeria Premier Football League matchday 31 clash between Kwara United and Akwa United will now take place on Sunday. Initially set for Saturday, April 20 at 2pm, the match has been rescheduled to the next day at 4pm. Kwara United requested the adjustment to allow sufficient time for preparation, especially after their recent away victory against Gombe United in the matchday 30 fixture on Tuesday, which they won with a score of 2-1. On the other hand, Akwa United enters the upcoming game with high spirits following their 4-1 triumph over Niger Tornadoes in the previous match.
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Reasons for Advocating for Release of Detained Delta Monarch – Senator Joel-Onowakpo
19Apr By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
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Reasons for Advocating for Release of Detained Delta Monarch – Senator Joel-Onowakpo

In a bid to restore peace in the troubled Okuama community and other affected areas following the tragic killing of 17 officers and soldiers in Delta state, Senator Joel-Onowakpo Thomas, the Vice Chairman of the Senate Committee on Defence, has shared the motivations behind his involvement in seeking the release of His Royal Majesty Clement Oghenerukevwe Ikolo, Urhukpe 1, the Ovie of Ewu-Urhobo Kingdom. The release of the detained monarch by the Nigerian Defence Headquarters was a positive step towards easing tensions in the region. During a press briefing in Warri, Senator Joel-Onowakpo, alongside Senators Ned Nwoko and Ede Dafinone from Delta state, revealed that their recent visit to the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Gwabin Musa at the Defence Headquarters in ...
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Arrest Made in Connection with the Murder of Elderly Couple in Abuja
19Apr By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
Metro

Arrest Made in Connection with the Murder of Elderly Couple in Abuja

Following the tragic murder of Adebola Ezekiel, 80, and his wife, Abiodun Ezekiel, 79, at their residence in Apo Legislative Quarters in Abuja on April 1, the suspect responsible has been apprehended by the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Police Command. During a press briefing in Abuja on Friday, Police Commissioner Benneth Igweh disclosed that the arrest of the suspect, who was a former driver for the deceased couple, was made possible through swift investigative efforts by the police. The diligent work of police detectives led to the location and arrest of the suspect in his hideout in Obajana, Kogi state, where he confessed to entering the couple's home on the same day, committing the heinous act, and stealing their phones and ATM cards. Furthermore, on April 11, the FCT Police C...
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United Nations Calls for Restraint in Middle East Amid War Tensions
19Apr By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
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United Nations Calls for Restraint in Middle East Amid War Tensions

Following an early Friday attack on Iran suspected to be from Israel, the United Nations (UN) Human Rights Office is stressing the importance of all parties showing restraint. In a statement made on Friday in Geneva, the spokesperson for the UN Human Rights Office, Jeremy Laurence, did not mention Israel or Iran by name but urged for de-escalation efforts from all sides. Laurence emphasized the need for third-party countries, particularly those with influential roles, to use their power to prevent any further deterioration in the already fragile situation. The UN agency has stated that it currently lacks additional details on the attack that took place. While U.S. media reports indicate that Israel launched at least one missile on Iran, Iran has played down the incident, claiming that ...
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T Y Danjuma Criticizes Nigeria’s Security Situation
19Apr By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
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T Y Danjuma Criticizes Nigeria’s Security Situation

General Theophilus Y. Danjuma, a former Chief of Defense Staff, has expressed concern over the security challenges in Nigeria, stating that they have tarnished the country's reputation globally. Addressing attendees at the annual Nwonyo Fishing and Cultural Festival in Ibi Local Government Area of Taraba State on Friday, Danjuma called on Nigerian authorities to urgently address the security issues plaguing the nation to restore its credibility. He emphasized that ensuring the safety of citizens and visitors is crucial for attracting investments and promoting tourism in the country. Highlighting the pervasive security threats across Nigeria, Danjuma stressed the importance of making the country a safe environment for everyone. He expressed dismay that the current state of insecu...
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Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board urges for tranquility amidst technical issues
19Apr By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
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Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board urges for tranquility amidst technical issues

In response to the commencement of the 2024 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination, the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board have requested candidates encountering technical problems during the examination to remain composed as they will be rescheduled. Prof Ishaq Oloyode, the Registrar of JAMB, made this plea while addressing the media after overseeing the exam in Kogo-Bwari, Abuja. He mentioned that the UTME has been progressing smoothly, with only one center reported to have faced issues. He stated, “It's important for the public to be understanding. It's expected that some centers may encounter challenges. So far, I have heard of just one center facing difficulties today. “By the end of the day, we anticipate about 10% of the centers may experience s...
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<article> <header> Criminal Trial: Trump’s Demands to Judge Before Entering Court
19Apr By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
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Demands have been made by former President Trump in his hush money payments case, requesting the judge to lift a gag order preventing him from discussing trial witnesses in public. Trump expressed concern that his constitutional rights were being violated by the gag order, stating that he was unable to address the alleged "lies" being circulated about him in the media during the trial. Prior to entering the Manhattan courthouse on Friday, Trump briefly remarked, “I am not allowed to speak.” Emphasizing the need for the gag order to be removed, Trump highlighted the disparity in being silenced while others could freely discuss him. He criticized the judge, alleging a severe conflict, “The conflict must end with the judge. The judge has a conflict. The worst...
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Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, the Interior Minister, Conducts Trial of E-Gates at Abuja Airport
19Apr By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
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Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, the Interior Minister, Conducts Trial of E-Gates at Abuja Airport

At the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja, the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, recently oversaw a trial of the newly installed electronic gates (e-gates). During an inspection of the facilities on Friday, the minister announced that the installation is almost complete at 99%, with plans to commence operations of the e-gates by the following week. In his address to the press, he emphasized that the e-gates are being introduced to eliminate manual processes, streamline passenger movements, and reduce bureaucratic inefficiencies within the airport. He revealed that a total of 29 e-gates will be deployed in Lagos, with additional installations in Enugu (4), Kano (4), and Port-Harcourt (5). Equipped with state-of-the-art scanning capabilities, the e-gates are designed t...
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Alleged Theft of TV Picture Boards Leads to Charges Against Security Guard
19Apr By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
Metro

Alleged Theft of TV Picture Boards Leads to Charges Against Security Guard

Standing trial in a Grade 'A' Customary Court in Iyaganku, Ibadan, is Prudent Umadike, a 31-year-old security guard accused of stealing television picture boards. The allegations against Umadike stem from his employment at a television repair shop located on Lebanon St. in Dugbe, Ibadan, where he was charged with housebreaking and theft. Umadike entered a plea of not guilty in response to the charges brought against him. The court was informed by Prosecutor Mr. Philip Amusan that the incident allegedly took place on April 16th around 6:30 a.m. It is alleged that Umadike unlawfully gained entry into a shop owned by Anuoluwapo Adetoun and made off with 50 pieces of television picture boards valued at N750,000. These actions are said to have violated Sections 413 and 390(9) of the Crimin...
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