October 2022

Roads In Nigeria Are In A Terrible Shape., Obasanjo laments

Nigerian Roads In Terrible Shape, Obasanjo Laments

October 21, 2022 2:49 am

A former President of Nigeria, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo has decried the deplorable condition of the Nigerian roads calling for serious actions to fix the menace. 

Obasanjo pointed out that the deplorable state of the Nigerian roads was very much as capable of impeding successful business movements.

The former President made this known while speaking on Thursday, at a lecture delivered by a Legal Icon, Chief Mike Ozekhome(SAN), titled: ‘The Place of Education in a crisis-ridden Nigeria’ , commermorating the 10th convocation ceremonies of the Afe Babalola University, Ado Ekiti(ABUAD).

Obasanjo who arrived late to the event, explained his …

Nnmadi Kanu Is Flight Risk, We Can't Release Him - FG

Nnmadi Kanu Is Flight Risk, We Can’t Release Him – FG

October 21, 2022 2:43 am

The Federal Government of Nigeria has filed an appeal on seven grounds against the October 13 Court of Appeal judgment which had discharged the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, Nnamdi Kanu.

The Nigerian Government also urged the Supreme Court to set aside the Appeal court judgment and restore the charge against the respondent to be tried at the trial court.

In a motion on notice in support of the appeal, the government is also seeking a stay of execution of the judgment of the court presided over by Justice Jummai Sankey, pending the hearing and final determination …

Flooding ‘State Of Emergency’ Still Too Early – Minister

Flooding: ‘State Of Emergency’ Still Too Early – Minister

October 21, 2022 2:36 am

In the face of the devastating flood that has hit Nigeria, the Minister of Water Resources, Suleiman Adamu asserted that declaring a state of emergency over the ugly development across the country was not yet necessary.

The Minister who appeared on Channels Television’s Politics Today, posited that emergency agencies are not yet overwhelmed hence his submission.

Africa Daily news, New York understands that no fewer than 600 human beings have reportedly died and millions displaced due to flooding-related disasters this year with many parts of the country still submerged under water.

‘It is certainly an emergency situation,’ Mr Adamu …

Iran Helping Russia ‘On The Ground’ In Crimea - White House

Iran Helping Russia ‘On The Ground’ In Crimea – White House

October 21, 2022 2:30 am

Iran has been accused by the White House of being ‘directly engaged on the ground’ in Russian-occupied Crimea amidst the ongoing war in Ukraine, helping to train the country’s forces on Iranian-made drones that have been used in attacks on Ukraine.

A spokesman for US National Security Council, John Kirby on Thursday posited that a ‘relatively small number’ of Iranian personnel are operating in the Ukrainian region that was annexed by Russia in 2014.

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‘Tehran is now directly engaged on the ground and through the provision of weapons that are impacting civilians and civilian infrastructure in Ukraine,’ …

2023 Why Peter Obi Is Better Than Atiku – PDP Chieftain

2023: Why Peter Obi Is Better Than Atiku – PDP Chieftain

October 21, 2022 2:24 am

Mr. Sampson Orji who is a chieftain of the opposition of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), and was also the governorship aspirant of the party in Abia State, has declared his unalloyed support for Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of Labour Party, LP in a shocking move. 

Orji made this known in a statement he personally signed and made available to newsmen on Friday.

According to him, his preference for Obi against his party’s (PDP) presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, was acnhored on Obi’s competence which was vital at this point for Nigeria.

He went on further to posit that …

UK Party To Elect New Leader Oct. 28 After Kicking Out Truss

UK Party To Elect New Leader Oct. 28 After Kicking Out Truss

October 21, 2022 2:17 am

Liz Truss on Thursday officially resigned as British Prime Minister after her party members revolted against her just after 45 days in office.

According to reports, the Conservative Party, which presently holds a big majority in parliament will not be needing to call a nationwide election for another two years, and will elect a new leader by Oct. 28. That contest is likely to pit ex-finance minister Rishi Sunak against Penny Mordaunt, however, the race could also see the return of former premier Boris Johnson, who was booted out in July when his ministers resigned en masse to force him …

Inclusion Of Members In APC PCC Shocking - CAN President

Inclusion Of Our Members In APC PCC Shocking – CAN President

October 21, 2022 2:09 am

The President of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Archbishop Daniel Okoh, has expressed serious shock following the inclusion of some members of the Christian body in the updates Presidential Campaign Council (PCC) of the All Progressives Congress (APC).

In a statement on Thursday which was made available to Africa Daily News, New York, the CAN leader distanced himself from such political involvement, stressing that those involved are not working on behalf of CAN but themselves.

His words: ‘My attention as President of CAN has been drawn to the revised list of members of the Tinubu/Shettima 2023 Presidential Campaign …

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Arrogance: Ronaldo Banished From Man United Squad

October 20, 2022 7:53 pm

As more woes fall on him, Cristiano Ronaldo’s future at Manchester United has been completely plunged into some fresh doubts after he had been punished for his recent arrogant attitude by being dropped from the squad for Saturday’s clash with Chelsea following his tantrum against Tottenham.

It had been reported that Ronaldo had stormed down the Old Trafford tunnel with several minutes remaining in the Manchester United’s 2-0 win over Tottenham on Wednesday.

Read Also: Full List Of All Winners Of The Ballon d’ Or 2022 Awards

The 37-year-old star had also reportedly told United manager Erik ten Hag …

UK PM Position I Won’t Endorse Anyone - Boris Johnson

UK PM: Liz Truss Quits, Johnson Expected To Make Return

October 20, 2022 7:50 pm

The former Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, Boris Johnson has been billed to stand in the contest which has been thrown open to finally replace Liz Truss after the latter had tendered in her resignation for failing to fulfil her mandates.

The former prime minister, Johnson who had only left his office some six weeks ago has taken some soundings from his friends and he has revealed that he believes that he can turn the Conservative Party around.

Read Also: Britain Pound Sinks As PM Liz Truss Fires Finance Minister

Reports have also shown that some several Tory …

CAN President Distances Self From APC Campaign List

October 20, 2022 7:47 pm

Archbishop Daniel Okoh who is the President of the Christian Association of Nigeria, CAN,  has made it clear that he would be distancing himself from the slated revised list of the members of the All Progressives Congress, APC, and presidential campaign council wherein the names of some of the officials of the organisation had been featured.

In a statement on Thursday night, he said the umbrella Christian body will investigate the matter after which fair, but decisive and appropriate action will be taken.

Read Also: Anglican Primate Okoh Presides Over His Last DIVCCON

The statement read, “My attention as President …

2023 Obi Announces Suspension Of campaign, Gives Reasons

2023: Obi Announces Suspension Of Campaign, Gives Reasons

October 20, 2022 7:48 am

The presidential flagbearer of the Labour Party, Peter Obi has announced a suspension of his 2023 presidential campaign while disclosing the reasons for doing so. 

The former Anambra governor disclosed this on Wednesday when he visited the Benue State Governor in Abuja.

His decision was influenced by the plight of citizens who were affected by the flood that caused havoc in several places in the country last week.

Obi also called on the presidential candidates of Peoples Democratic Party, and the ruling All Progressives Congress, Atiku Abubakar and Bola Tinubu to follow suit.

Read Also: How El-Rufai Told ‘Blatant Lies’

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Tent Shelter For Bussed-In Asylum Seekers Opened In New York

Tent Shelter For Bussed-In Asylum Seekers Opened In New York

October 20, 2022 7:42 am

New York City has launched an emergency tent shelter to provide shelter for an influx of asylum seekers being bussed into the city by the Republican leaders of Texas and other US states in advance of critical midterm elections early next month.

Africa Daily News, New York reports that the first arrivals were brought on Wednesday to the Humanitarian Emergency Response and Relief Center on Randall’s Island, which will serve as a temporary home for 500 single migrant men, according to the city.

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The asylum seekers were dropped off in New York City after long journeys that …

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