April 2021

NCC Boss, Danbatta Hails NITDA’s 20 Years Achievements

NCC Boss, Danbatta Hails NITDA’s 20 Years Achievements

The Executive Vice Chairman of NCC, Prof. Umar Danbatta, who spoke during the NITDA @20 Anniversary conference held in Abuja on Monday said the agency has met the expectations of Nigerians in the past 20 years of its existence.

He hailed the current Director-General of the agency, Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi and all the CEOs and directors of the agency from its inception for doing their best in repositioning the agency.

'Danfo Buses To Be Remodeled, Not Scrapped' – Sanwo-Olu

‘Danfo Buses To Be Remodeled, Not Scrapped’ – Sanwo-Olu

Lagos State governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has said that the yellow buses popularly known as ‘danfo’ will not be scrapped as earlier reported.

Recall that the Lagos State Commissioner for Transportation, Frederick Oladeinde, had earlier said that the yellow buses do not have a place in the transportation master plan of the State.

Oladeinde said the yellow buses would soon be scrapped by the Sanwo-Olu administration.

However, during an interview with Channels TV, the Lagos State Governor said it will be unfair to scrap ‘danfos’ as they have served Lagos residents for a long time.

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Wike Backs Obaseki Over Alleged Printing Of N60B

Wike Backs Obaseki Over Alleged Printing Of N60B

Rivers Governor Nyesom Wike yesterday asked the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to respond to allegations of printing N60billion to augment March Allocation to States raised by his Edo colleague Governor, Godwin Obaseki, instead of trying to blackmail him into silence.

Wike accused the CBN of shying away from the allegation by raking up the issue of debts owed by State Governments as a diversion from the subject matter.

The Governor, who spoke at the dedication of Senator Rochas Okorocha’s grandson, said Obaseki knows the antics of the All Progressives Congress (APC) administration and could not have made …

Mamba's Diamond: Melvin Ejiogu Announces Giveaway

Mamba’s Diamond: Melvin Ejiogu Announces Giveaway

In lieu with his joint film venture with ace actor and film producer Williams Uchemba, the C.E.O of Veemost Entertainment and Nigerian American ICT guru, Mr. Melvin Ejiogu has confirmed another mouthwatering giveaway to further promote and build up anticipation for their blockbuster movie Mamba’s Diamond.

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The giveaway which was first announced on Williams Uchemba’s social media pages was confirmed on Mr. Ejiogu’s own social media page where they both posted the preliminary requirements for the giveaway. It is recalled that Mr. Ejiogu gave away millions of naira over a …

Colleagues Demand Justice In Death Of Pregnant Lawyer Ikpeama

Colleagues Demand Justice In Death Of Pregnant Lawyer Ikpeama

Madonna University Alumni Association (MUAA) has expressed shock and remorse over the demise of Adaeze Destiny Ikpeama.

The deceased, a member of the association, passed away on April 10, 2021, at Doyen Hospital in Ajah, Lagos State.

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Her husband, Anthony Ikpeama, accused of homicide, is in custody.

The case is with the Criminal Investigation Department, Panti, Yaba.’

Anthony allegedly beat Adaeze to a coma in their home. Neighbours, who had witnessed previous cases of abuse, rushed her to the hospital, where she was placed on oxygen.

‘The suspect went to the

World Food Prices Hit 10-Year High

UN Suspends Humanitarian Operations In Damasak, Dikwa

The United Nations (UN) has suspended operations in Damasak and Dikwa in Borno State over terror attack.

The Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator in Nigeria, Edward Kallon, said he was deeply concerned about the incidents that affected humanitarian assets and personnel.

“We have temporarily suspended operations in these areas in order to safely relocate humanitarian staff and are closely monitoring the situation”, he said in a statement on Saturday.

The official condemned the attacks on civilians and civilian infrastructure which may constitute violations on International Humanitarian Law.

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Kallon assured that …

I Won’t Take Vaccine, I’m Not Guinea Pig – Bishop Oyedepo

I Won’t Take Vaccine, I’m Not Guinea Pig – Bishop Oyedepo

Bishop David Oyedepo of the Living Faith Church, has said he won’t take the COVID-19 vaccine.

Oyedepo, who spoke during the church’s Covenant Hour of Prayer programme, said he is not a guinea pig, hence would not take the vaccine.

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Stressing that the world was confused over COVID-19, the clergyman insisted that the church has the answer.

According to Oyedepo: ‘I have never seen a generation where you force people to take vaccines. It is inhuman; it is immoral sir. I’m not a lawyer but I don’t think

CBN: Calls For Sack Of Finance Minister, Zainab Ahmed Thickens

CBN: Calls For Sack Of Finance Minister, Zainab Ahmed Thickens

Nigerians have joined the ongoing controversy surrounding the alleged printing of ₦60 billion by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to support the federal allocation to the three tiers of government for the month of March, 2021, calling on the Federal Government to come out clean by telling Nigerians, not just if it indeed printed the money as alleged but also the real situation with the nation’s economy.

Africa Daily News, New York reports that Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State kick-started the controversy, when he alleged, during the Edo transition committee stakeholders engagement in Benin, that the Federal Government …

Greenfield: Bandits Trying To Blackmail Us With Killings – El-Rufai

El-Rufai Denies Threatening To Prosecute Parents Of Abducted Students

The Kaduna State Government on Friday evening reinstated its commitment to continuously work towards crushing bandits, kidnappers and other criminal elements in the State.

The State Government made this declaration in a statement on Friday.

The statement which was issued by the State Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs, Mr. Samuel Aruwan explained that, “We believe that most people of goodwill share this desire, and we urge everyone to be wary of those who see in the misery of others only an opportunity for needless controversy.’

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Stop Bribing Judges With Cars – JASUN Too Executive

Stop Bribing Judges With Cars – JASUN To Executive

The Judicial Staff Union of Nigeria (JASUN) Cross River State branch has condemned the purchase of car to judges or judicial workers after appointment.

Speaking with Africa Daily News, New York, the Chairman of JASUN, Cross River State branch, Comrade Asanya Ebong decried such attitude of the executive arm of government, noting that it was bribery.

He said to prevent our judiciary workers from being corrupt, the JUSAN went on strike over financial autonomy, ‘We can buy vehicles for our judges, we want to do our things independently, you know judiciary is the hope of the common man and we

UN Set To Set-Up Ceasefire Team For Libya

UN Set To Set-Up Ceasefire Team For Libya

The UN Security Council has adopted a resolution on Libya that envisages the setting up of a team of ceasefire monitors.

Up to 60 observers would operate from within the existing UN mission in the country.

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The resolution praised the progress that has recently been made in Libya, after years of conflict.

A UN-negotiated process has installed a new government that’s been tasked with uniting the country and preparing for elections in December.

 

AFRICA DAILY NEWS, NEW YORK

FA Cup Guardiola, Tuchel Set To Renew Rivalry

FA Cup: Guardiola, Tuchel Set To Renew Rivalry

Dreams of a continental and domestic double will end for Chelsea or Manchester City, as the two sides lock horns in today’s FA Cup semi-final at Wembley Stadium.

Chelsea and Manchester City both reached the Champions League semi-finals in midweek but will have their sights set on another piece of silverware but this will be the first meeting between Thomas Tuchel and Pep Guardiola since the German moved to England in January.

Previously the two men dueled as the respective coaches of Borussia Dortmund and Bayern Munich and both will be hoping to land a psychological blow at Wembley as …