August 2022

2023 I Will Do A Proper Handover To My Successor – Wike

‘We’ll Hit You With Massive Apocalypse’ – APC Threatens Gov Wike

August 8, 2022 9:49 am

Governor Nyesom Wike has been severly warned by the Rivers State Chapter of All Progressives Congress (APC)  against the demolition of any hotel, leisure spot or property owned by any of its members in the state.

APC had made this clear in a statement it issued on Monday in reaction to claim by Wike on Sunday that some politicians in the state are contracting thugs and other criminals in furtherance of their 2023 ambitions.

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Wike had also warned that any hotel which host the meeting of such politicians …

Difference Between The Demons In Nigeria And London - Adeboye

Difference Between The Demons In Nigeria And London – Adeboye

August 8, 2022 9:33 am

Pastor Enoch Adeboye who is the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) has explained that there is a big difference between demons in Nigeria and London while reiterating that one is literate and the others are not.

He shad clarified that the demons in Nigeria are illiterate and are easily recognisable, those abroad were literate and not easily recognisable.

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He narrated the story of a man that came to the RCCG years ago, who swallowed a charm to make money.

“He said he went to …

Don’t Make Us Suffer - Ekiti Pensioners Beg Gov-Elect, Oyebanji

We’re Still On Delayed ₦2,500 Pension – Zamfara Pensioners Groan

August 8, 2022 9:24 am

Some of the Pensioners in Zamfara State have raised the alarm over the incessant delays of their pensions on a monthly basis by the Zamfara State government.

Speaking with Newsmen in Gusau, the State capital, a pensioner, Alhaji Umar Abubakar lamented that their July pension has not been paid by the State government.

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“I retired after 35 years in the State’s civil service but nothing to show for it.

“As I am talking to you, my gratuity due to me has not been paid since 2017 when I …

Bandits Invade Katsina Metropolis, Kill 4, Abduct Scores

Bandits Invade Katsina Metropolis, Kill 4, Abduct Scores

August 8, 2022 5:12 am

There is apprehension that terrorists may have relocated to the Katsina metropolis in numbers after four people were killed and many others kidnapped over the weekend in the state.

Africa Daily News, New York reports that terrorists had yesterday struck in the metropolis, killing two members of a local vigilance group behind the Umaru Musa Yar’adua University Teaching Hospital (Federal Medical Centre) in the heart of the city.

Residents of Shola Quarters said the terrorists invaded the area at about 2am, abducting an unconfirmed number of persons, among them a couple, Yusuf Bishir and his wife, who just wedded.

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Why We Won’t Beg ASUU Over Strike, Parents Lambast Keyamo

Why We Won’t Beg ASUU Over Strike, Parents Lambast Keyamo

August 8, 2022 4:08 am

Nigerian parents, on the platform of National Parents Teachers Association of Nigeria (NAPTAN), have disclosed that they can only beg members of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), to call off their strike if government considers the reports of the various committees set up to look into the matter and come out with its decisions.

The body stated that it expects the Federal Government to come out publicly with its offers for it to know how to intervene and mediate between the two sides.

NAPTAN spoke through its National President, Alhaji Haruna Danjuma, in an interview with reporters yesterday.…

Biden Frowns At Killings Of Four Muslims In US City

Biden Frowns At Killings Of Four Muslims In US City

August 8, 2022 3:51 am

The President of the United States, Joe Biden on Sunday condemed the killings of four Muslim men in New Mexico, which the police have launched an investigation into. 

‘I am angered and saddened by the horrific killings of four Muslim men in Albuquerque,’ the US president wrote on Twitter.

‘While we await a full investigation, my prayers are with the victims’ families, and my Administration stands strongly with the Muslim community. These hateful attacks have no place in America.’

Police in Albuquerque, New Mexico’s largest city, yesterday declosed that they are investigating the murders of three Muslim men that they …

NDLEA Nabs ‘Pastor’ With Drums Of Mkpuru Mmiri

NDLEA Nabs ‘Pastor’ With Drums Of ‘Mkpuru Mmiri’

August 8, 2022 3:44 am

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has confirmed the arrest of a cleric Pastor Anietie Okon Effiong who was in possession of three drums of crystal methamphetamine, locally called Mkpuru Mmiri.

According to the anti-drug abuse agency, the consignment was believed to have been imported from India.

NDLEA’s Director of Media & Advocacy Femi Babafemi in a statement which was made available to Africa Daily News, New York on Sunday said; ‘The consignment weighing 90 kilograms and loaded into a commercial bus with registration number RSH 691XC at Ojuelegba in Lagos was intercepted during a stop and search …

Tension As Palestinian Militants Target Jerusalem

Tension As Palestinian Militants Target Jerusalem

August 8, 2022 3:39 am

Israel on Sunday continued the ongoing bombardment of Islamic Jihad positions in the Gaza Strip for a third straight day as violence escalated. So far 31 Palestinians reported dead even as militants began firing their first rockets at Jerusalem.

No fewer than six children were among those who were killed in the latest ‘Israeli aggression’ since Friday, and 265 people have been wounded, said health authorities in the Islamist-run enclave where several buildings were reduced to ruins.

The fighting is the worst to hit Gaza since last year’s conflict, which left the 2.3 million Palestinians living there in poverty and …

Obaseki Completes Documentation, Audit Of Edo Forests

Obaseki Completes Documentation, Audit Of Edo Forests

August 8, 2022 3:22 am

Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki has announced that his government had finalised the documentation and audit of the state’s forests and was now embarking on the recruitment of new forest police as part of fresh efforts to enhance security across the state.

He made this disclosure while speaking on Sunday in Benin City at a Special Security Council meeting with relevant stakeholders in Edo South senatorial district.

Africa Daily News, New York recalls that the governor had before now held similar meetings with stakeholders in Edo North and Edo Central senatorial districts to review security strategies and mechanisms to tackle …

2023 Peter Obi Holds Closed Door Meeting With Fayose

2023: Peter Obi Holds Closed Door Meeting With Fayose

August 8, 2022 3:16 am

Ahead of next year’s general election, the presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, on Sunday held a closed-door meeting with former Ekiti State Governor, Ayodele Fayose.

Africa Daily News, New York gathered that the meeting between Obi and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chieftain took place at his residence in Lagos.

An ally of Fayose, Lere Olayinka, confirmed this in a post on his social media handle.

Lere Olayinka had shared photos of Fayose and the former Anambra State Governor, with the caption: “Labour Party Presidential Candidate, Peter Obi visits former Governor of Ekiti State, Ayo Fayose …

Okada Ban Has Lessened Insecurity, Deaths In Lagos —Sanwo-Olu

Okada Ban Has Lessened Insecurity, Deaths In Lagos —Sanwo-Olu

August 8, 2022 3:10 am

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu has asserted that the number of accidents and security issues has drastically reduced since the ban on commercial motorcycles popularly known as okada which was enforced in the state.

Speaking on a Channels Television programme: Sunday Politics, on Sunday which was monitored by Africa Daily News, New York, the governor claimed that there have been tremendous improvements in the areas that okada have been banned.

He said: ‘Speaking on the ban on Okada, we have seen tremendous improvement in the areas that okada have been banned. Not only have we seen a drop on issue …

Outrage As Ten Hag Loses First Game As Man Utd Manager

Outrage As Ten Hag Loses First Game As Man Utd Manager

August 7, 2022 9:25 pm

Erik ten Hag’s reign as the new Manchester United manager got off to a terrible start as Brighton registered their first ever victory at Old Trafford with a 2-1 win on the opening weekend of the Premier League season.

Any hope of a fresh start for United after a miserable 2021/22 season was wiped away within 45 minutes as Pascal Gross struck twice to put Brighton in command.

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Alexis Mac Allister’s own goal gave United a foothold in the game, but they rarely looked like getting back on level …

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