July 9, 2023

Akeredolu’s Health Impedes Governance, Ondo PDP Alleges

July 9, 2023 7:26 pm

According to the Ondo State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party, the governance of the state has been crippled due to Governor Rotimi Akeredolu‘s prolonged absence as a result of his ill health.

In light of his medical vacation, Governor Rotimi Akeredolu has temporarily transferred the authority of the governorship to his deputy, Mr. Lucky Aiyedatiwa, who is now serving as the acting governor to ensure continuity In government.

In a statement, the Ondo State PDP raised the issue of governance paralysis in the state, alleging that the focus on politics by the governor’s aides has taken precedence over …

Buhari Felicitates With Tinubu On ECOWAS Chairmanship

July 9, 2023 6:12 pm

Former Nigerian President, Muhammadu Buhari has extended his congratulations to President Bola Tinubu on his election as the new Chairman of the Economic Community of West African States, ECOWAS.

This was relayed in an official statement by Mallam Garba Shehu, the spokesman for former President Muhammadu Buhari.

In response to a story published by a national daily, Mallam Garba Shehu, the spokesperson for former President Muhammadu Buhari, clarified that the reports claiming the former President has fled the country and is in exile are entirely false.

Mallam Garba Shehu discredited the newspaper report claiming Buhari’s exile subsequent to the …

Harry Kane Transfer: Bayern Munich Raises Offer To £70m

July 9, 2023 5:29 pm

Bayern Munich has upped the ante in their pursuit of Harry Kane by submitting an enhanced bid to Tottenham for the prolific England forward.

Having acknowledged the difficulty in finding a suitable replacement for Robert Lewandowski, Bayern Munich has made Harry Kane their primary target for the upcoming transfer window.

Considering Harry Kane’s contract situation and the fact that he will be a free agent in a year’s time, Bayern Munich sees him as a feasible and enticing target. However, they face competition from Manchester United, who also have an eye on the English striker.

The excessive demands made by …

Beware Of Scam Police Recruitment Adverts – Force HQ

July 9, 2023 4:50 pm

The Nigeria Police Force has issued a warning regarding a fake recruitment advertisement that is being widely circulated on social media platforms, urging Nigerians and the public to ignore the advertisement and refrain from engaging with it.

Force Public Relations Officer, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, released a statement in Abuja to communicate that the recruitment advertisement circulating on social media is deceptive.

The statement reads, ‘The Force wishes to reiterate and inform well-meaning members of the public that it has not commenced the 2022/23 Police Constables recruitment into the Nigeria Police Force contrary to the fake publication.’

‘It states unequivocally that the …

Gov Alia Frowns At Benue Attack, Demand Arrest Of Assailants

July 9, 2023 3:31 pm

Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue has voiced his condemnation of the heinous attack on Akpuuna village in Mbaterem, Ukum Local Government Area, and expressed solidarity with the affected community.

Mr. Tersoo Kula, Chief Press Secretary to Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue, issued a statement on Sunday in Makurdi, relaying the governor’s displeasure toward the unprovoked attack on Akpuuna village in Mbaterem, Ukum Local Government Area.

As contained in the statement, there was a significant loss of lives when armed hoodlums attacked the community on Saturday, as stated by the governor’s office.

Governor Alia’s response to the news of the attack …

Kogi: Hoodlums Attack SDP Governorship Campaign Secretariat

July 9, 2023 11:21 am

Suspected hoodlums on Sunday morning targeted the Campaign Secretariat of Muritala Yakubu Ajaka, the Social Democratic Party (SDP) candidate for the Kogi State governorship.

The vandals damaged the glass frontage of the Secretariat, leaving it in a messy state. Additionally, they tore down the banners featuring President Ahmed Bola Tinubu and proceeded to burn them right outside the office.

During his tenure as the Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the All Progressive Congress (APC), Muritala Yakubu Ajaka opened the Campaign Secretariat near Paparanda junction in Lokoja in January. It was initially intended to support Ahmed Bola Tinubu’s presidential …

Mexican Reporter’s Lifeless Body Found Days After Missing

July 9, 2023 11:12 am

La Jornada, a leading Mexican newspaper reported the distressing news of their regional correspondent’s death on Saturday. The journalist had been reported missing in the western state of Nayarit a day before the tragic discovery.

La Jornada’s website reported that ‘a body found in the village of Huachines… in the municipality of Tepic was identified as Luis Martin Sanchez Iniguez, 59 years old, correspondent for La Jornada,’

The wife of the journalist, Cecilia Lopez, told investigators that she had no knowledge of his whereabouts since Wednesday night. At that time, she was visiting relatives in another town, according to local …