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2023: Details Of Atiku And Gov Wike's 'Burying Of The Hatchet'

2023: Details Of Atiku And Gov Wike’s ‘Burying Of The Hatchet’

August 5, 2022 1:36 pm

The presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar, and the controversial Governor Nyesom Wike of Rivers State have finally met in Abuja to resolve the issues besieging them and burying the hatchet of discord in order to work together for 2023.

Atiku Abubakar and Nyesin Wike, who have been known to be having a running battle since the PDP presidential primary had also met in the house of Professor Jerry Gana.

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Atiku had defeated Wike in the primary, and the Rivers’ governor indicated interest in being …

2023: Atiku, Wike Hold Meeting As PDP Begins Reconciliation

2023: Atiku, Wike Hold Meeting As PDP Begins Reconciliation

August 5, 2022 3:06 am

Approximately six weeks after the presidential primary of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), the aggrieved Governor of Rivers State, Nyesom Wike, and the party’s presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, on Thursday met behind closed doors in Abuja according to credible sources.

Although the details of the meeting were still sketchy as of the time of this report, sources in the PDP who spoke to Africa Daily News, New York disclosed that the meeting between Atiku and Wike was held at the residence of a former Minister of Information and National Orientation, Prof. Jerry Gana, signalling what observers believed were reconciliatory …

There Will Be No 'Wuruwuru’ In 2023 Elections — Buhari Assures

There Will Be No ‘Wuruwuru’ In 2023 Elections — Buhari Assures

August 5, 2022 3:02 am

Ahead of the 2023 general election, President Muhammadu Buhari has assured Nigerians that there will be ‘no wuruwuru’ to favour and political party or candidate contesting in whatever position.

‘In furtherance to this, the President has charged the military, the Police, the DSS, and all other security agencies to synergize and effectively review operational strategies and optimally deploy all operational assets towards addressing current and evolving internal security threats ahead of the forthcoming general election’s.’

National Security Adviser, Major Gen. Babagana Monguno (rtd) made this known at the opening of a workshop on ‘Election Security Management’ organised by the Nigerian …

Nigeria’s Problems Are Bigger Than Religion – Oshiomhole

Nigeria’s Problems Are Bigger Than Religion – Oshiomhole

August 5, 2022 2:58 am

As reactions continue to trail the Muslim-Muslim ticket of the All Progressives Congress (APC), the former Chairman of the party, Mr. Adams Oshiomhole, has faulted criticism against the party stressing that Nigeria’s challenges are beyond religion.

Oshiomhole made this assertion when he spoke with newsmen in Abuja on Thursday, stressing that rather than talk about religion, Nigerians should discuss what each presidential candidate has for the country.

He also said that the criticism against the party’s ticket by the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) was blackmail.

‘Those who are speaking and leading the campaign in the APC family, if they …

US House Speaker Pelosi Arrives Japan Following Taiwan Trip

US House Speaker Pelosi Arrives Japan Following Taiwan Trip

August 5, 2022 2:49 am

The Speaker of the US House of Representatives, Nancy Pelosi on Thursday, arrived in Japan for the final stop on her Asian tour, following a visit to Taiwan that has infuriated China.

In footage obtained by Africa Daily News, New York the politician was seen disembarking from her plane at Yokota Air Base in Tokyo, before greeting the US ambassador and other officials with hugs and handshakes.

In an apparent reaction, Beijing had on Wednesday launched large-scale military drills in the waters around Taiwan after Pelosi this week became the highest-profile elected US official to set foot on the self-ruled …

Crisis Looms As South Sudan Extends Transitional Govt By 2Yrs

Crisis Looms As South Sudan Extends Transitional Govt By 2 Yrs

August 5, 2022 2:40 am

A further crisis could be looming after South Sudan’s leaders on Thursday announced that the country’s post-war transitional government would remain in power two years beyond an agreed deadline, in a move foreign partners warned lacked legitimacy.

Accorording to Martin Elia Lomuro, the minister of cabinet affairs the decision was arrived at ‘to address the challenges that impede the implementation of the peace agreement’, following a 2018 deal to end a five-year civil war that left nearly 400,000 people dead.

‘Thus a new roadmap has been agreed,’ the minister submitted, speaking in the presence of President Salva Kiir and Vice …

Without Restructuring, Nigeria Will Never Progress – Atiku

Without Restructuring, Nigeria Will Never Progress – Atiku

August 5, 2022 2:36 am

Ahead of next year’s general elections, the presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar has asserted that Nigeria would continue to struggle with its current challenges if it is not restructured.

Atiku made this known while speaking at the 64th Annual Bible Study Conference of the National Council of Anglican Youth Fellowship (AYF) of Nigeria held at the Ekiti Diocesan Camp Ground, Iyin-Ekiti, Ekiti State.

The oppostion party’s presidential candidate who was represented by his running mate and Governor of Delta, Ifeanyi Okowa, Atiku who was Special Guest at the occasion, said Nigeria was in dire need …

32,000 Muslims Killed In 3yrs In Nigeria — MURIC Fires Back

32,000 Muslims Killed In 3yrs In Nigeria — MURIC Fires Back

August 5, 2022 2:32 am

In its response to claims by US lawmakers, the Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has claimed that no fewer than 32,000 Muslims were killed within three years in Nigeria.

The director of the organisation, Ishaq Akintola made this claim yesterday at a media briefing in Lagos in reaction to the request by five US senators for Antony Blinken, the US secretary of state, to re-designate Nigeria as a country of particular concern (CPC).

Africa Daily News, New York recalls that sometime in December 2020, the US listed Nigeria among countries blacklisted for “violating religious freedom” under the CPC …

How To Tackle Terrorism, Banditry, Osinbajo Shares Insight

How To Tackle Terrorism, Banditry, Osinbajo Shares Insight

August 5, 2022 2:05 am

In lieu of the devastating security situation in the country, the Vice President of Nigeria, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo has disclosed that ongoing security challenges and fresh threats require the military and other relevant stakeholders to always stay several steps ahead of non-state actors while also stepping up local production of armaments.

He made this assertion after receiving a presentation on ‘Defence Transformation and National Security: Strategic Options for Nigeria of the Future‘ by the National Defence College Course 30 participants, yesterday during a virtual interaction.

‘If you look at the challenges that we are facing and the nature …

Fourth Peruvian Prime Minster Tenders Resignation In One Year

Fourth Peruvian Prime Minster Tenders Resignation In One Year

August 4, 2022 6:58 pm

Anibal Torres, Peru’s Prime Minister has tendered in his resignation on Wednesday thereby becoming the fourth Prime Minster to step down in a year under embattled President Pedro Castillo.

In a letter which he had sent to Castillo, who has survived two impeachment votes in 12 months and is the target of five criminal investigations, Torres said he was stepping down “for personal reasons.”

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Torres posted a copy of the letter, in which he wished Castillo success, on Twitter. His resignation will trigger an automatic cabinet reshuffle.

Torres, 79, …

2023 Atiku Clears Air On ‘Picking’ Ihedioha As Running Mate

PDP: Atiku Appoints Dino Melaye, Bwala As Spokespersons

August 4, 2022 10:41 am

 Atiku Abubakar who is the Presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has announced the appointment of Senator Dino Melaye and the former Chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Dr. Daniel Bwala as his spokespersons.

Africa Daily News, New York reports that Bwala had also dumped the APC last month over APC candidate, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s choice of a fellow Muslim, former Borno State Governor, Kashim Shettima as running mate.

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Bwala last week joined the opposition party, the PDP.

Atiku in a statement by his media adviser, …

Governor Matawalle Bags National Award In Niger Republic

Governor Matawalle Bags National Award In Niger Republic

August 4, 2022 5:24 am

The Governor of Zamfara State, Bello Mohammed Matawalle has been honoured with a national award on security in Niger Republic.

Niger Republic’s President, Mohammed Bazoum persoanlly presented the award to the Governor in a mini ceremony.

Africa Daily News, New York reports that the Governor was awarded along with five other Nigerians, including the Jigawa state Governor, Abubakar Badaru, the Kebbi State Governor, Alhaji Abubakar Bagudu, Chairman of Dangote Group, Alhaji Aliko Dangote and the Chairman of BUA, Alhaji Abdussamd Rabiu, who were honoured on their various contributions to the country. among others

President Bazoum said Governor Matawalle was recognised …

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