June 2022

Atiku Vs Tinubu Between Two Looters, Choose None

Atiku Vs Tinubu: Between Two Looters, Choose None

June 23, 2022 1:22 am

Nigeria’s ruling and opposition parties – the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and the opposition People’s Democratic Party (PDP) have once again reiterated their lack of respect and regard for Nigeria in their choice of Presidential candidates in Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Atiku Abubarkar. In choosing two ferociously corrupt carrier politicians for the country’s number one office at this time without remorse, the Siamese twins masquerading as two political parties have once again demonstrated to Nigerians that their intention for the country is not only to kill but to bury her.

It is quite interesting to note that the common …

ADC Presidential Candidate Denies Allegations Of Tax Fraud

ADC Presidential Candidate Denies Allegations Of Tax Fraud

June 23, 2022 1:13 am

Mr. Dumebi Kachikwu who is the presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), has denied allegations of tax fraud in the United States describing them as fake and malicious. 

In a statement which he personally signed on Wednesday titled, ‘Allegations of tax evasion, fraud against me untrue, politically motivated’ Kachikwu denied the allegations.

The presidential candidate went on to posit that the allegations were propagated by his political opponents who were unhappy with his recent victory at the ADC Presidential primary a few weeks ago.

The Roots TV boss, therefore, urged his teeming supporters to pay no heed …

2023 I’m Worried That APC Is Losing Senators – Adamu

2023: I’m Worried That APC Is Losing Senators – Adamu

June 23, 2022 1:09 am

Ahead of the 2023 general elections, the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Abdullahi Adamu, has expressed serious concerns over the gale of defections rocking the ruling party.

Africa Daily News, New York has earlier reported that no fewer than seven senators had dumped APC for other opposition parties after they failed to secure the governing party’s ticket to contest the 2023 elections in the last one week.

Amongst the members of the red chambers who have so far defected from the APC are Ibrahim Shekarau (Kano), Yahaya Abdullahi (Kebbi) Adamu Aliero (Kebbi), Dauda Jika (Bauchi), Ahmad Babba …

US Reacts To Ekiti Governorship Election, Commends INEC

US Reacts To Ekiti Governorship Election, Commends INEC

June 23, 2022 1:06 am

The United States Mission in Nigeria has reacted to last Saturday’s gubernatorial elections in Ekiti State, commending the electoral umpire, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for ‘the concerted efforts of its staff and security personnel’ during the exercise.

The U.S Mission in Lagos shared this reaction in a statement made available to Africa Daily News, New York on Thursday morning.

Recall that INEC had declared the candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Mr Biodun Oyebanji, winner of the election.

According to the mission, the efforts made by INEC was what helped to facilitate a secure election with a …

2023 Wike Receives Bala Mohammed After Peter Obi’s Visit

2023: Wike Receives Bala Mohammed After Peter Obi’s Visit

June 23, 2022 1:03 am

The Governor of Bauchi State Bala Mohammed on Wednesday evening paid a visit to his Rivers State counterpart, Nyesom Wike, at his private residence in Port Harcourt to reportedly discuss ‘2023 matters’.

Africa Daily News, New York gathered that this came moments after the former Governor of Anambra State and presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, held a closed door meeting with Governor Wike at his residence in the Rivers State capital.

Both meetings were held separately behind closed doors.

Africa Daily News, New York gathered that none of the politicians spoke to journalists about the purpose of …

Kenya’s Deputy President Pledges To Deport Chinese Traders

Kenya’s Deputy President Pledges To Deport Chinese Traders

June 23, 2022 1:00 am

The Deputy President of Kenya, William Ruto has declared that he would deport Chinese nationals in jobs that could be done by locals if he wins elections in August, a declaration which has sparked a mixed reaction online.

East Africa’s biggest economy has it’s presidential and parliamentary polls slated to hold on August 9, against a backdrop of economic hardship in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic and the war in Ukraine which has continued to shrink the global economy.

‘That Chinese nationals are roasting maize and selling mobile phones, we will deport all of them back to their country,’ …

African Union Denounces Sudan Talks, Calls Its ‘Dishonest’

African Union Denounces Sudan Talks, Labels It ‘Dishonest’

June 23, 2022 12:57 am

In an effort to put Sudan’s transition back on track following the military coup last year, the African Union has stated that it will not participate in talks that exclude key actors.

The majority of Sudan’s civilian actors have thus far abstained from discussions with military officials that were initiated under international supervision earlier this month in an effort to find a political compromise that would allow the resumption of urgently required Western aid.

‘The AU cannot continue these dishonest, opaque discussions which sideline participants or treat them in an unjust way,’ the bloc’s ambassador to Sudan, Mohammed Belaiche, told …

Over 920 Confirmed Dead In Afghanistan Earthquake

Over 920 Confirmed Dead In Afghanistan Earthquake

June 23, 2022 12:51 am

Officials said that a strong earthquake slammed a remote border region of Afghanistan overnight, killing at least 920 people and injuring hundreds more. As rescuers search amid collapsed homes, the death toll is anticipated to grow.

Africa Daily News, New Yorrk gathered that the 5.9 magnitude earthquake was most severe in the arid east, where residents already lead precarious lives in a nation gripped by a humanitarian catastrophe made worse by the Taliban takeover in August.

The country’s supreme leader, Hibatullah Akhundzada, predicted that the death toll would probably continue to grow as reports of victims came in from remote …

ASUU Strike Will Be Called Off Soon, Ngige Assures Nigerians

ASUU Strike Will Be Called Off Soon, Ngige Assures Nigerians

June 23, 2022 12:48 am

Dr. Chris Ngige who is the Minister of Labour and Employment has asserted that the Federal Government has been holding meetings with the Academic Union of Universities (ASUU) over its lingering strike while assuring Nigerians that the dispute with the lecturers will be resolved soon. 

Ngige made this disclosure on Wednesday while briefing the press after the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting at the State House in Abuja.

According to him, contrary to insinuations that the government was not engaging with ASUU, there have been a series of meetings between all parties, and the next one is scheduled for Thursday …

We Didn't Extend Voters Registration Deadline, INEC Clarifies

We Didn’t Extend Voters Registration Deadline, INEC Clarifies

June 23, 2022 12:45 am

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has dismissed viral claims that it extended voters registration deadline by 60 days, insisting that it never did so.

The deadline of June 30 was insisted upon by the commission.

Africa Daily News, New York reports that there have been rumours that the commission extended the deadline for voter registration by 60 days as a result of pressure.

Nevertheless, the commission declared that registration would shortly continue notwithstanding the deadline in accordance with the court’s ruling, which commanded it not to terminate registration.

Read Also: INEC Confirms Arrest Of Security Official For Selling PVC

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Only Skilled 'Corpers' Will Benefit From NYSC Trust Fund – DG

Only Skilled ‘Corpers’ Will Benefit From NYSC Trust Fund – DG

June 23, 2022 12:40 am

The Director-General of the National Youths Service Corps, Brigadier General Muhammad Fadah has declared that the NYSC Trust Fund, which was passed into law by the National Assembly earlier in the week, would be of immense benefit to only skilled corps members.

Fadah revealed that the NYSC Trust Fund Establishment Bill was passed into law by the National Assembly on Tuesday and is now awaiting the presidential assent.

The DG stated this during his visit to the NYSC Orientation Camp in Ikare-Akoko, headquarters of Akoko North-East Local Government Area of Ondo State.

According to the NYSC boss, it is imperative …

Independence Hero Lumumba's Remains Return To DR Congo

Independence Hero Lumumba’s Remains Return To DR Congo

June 22, 2022 2:48 pm

In a moment that marks one of the historical moments in Country’s history, the coffin of slain Congolese independence hero Patrice Lumumba has finally returned to his homeland on Wednesday for an emotionally charged tour and burial which comes more than six decades after his assassination.

A chartered plane will be taking Lumumba’s last remains, a tooth that the ex-colonial power Belgium handed over to his family on Monday — from Brussels to Kinshasa for a nine-day trip around the Democratic Republic of Congo.

The coffin and an accompanying delegation will also be flying to the central province of Sankuru, …

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