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2023 No Going Back On Obi’s Endorsement - Afenifere

2023: No Going Back On Obi’s Endorsement – Afenifere

October 11, 2022 4:55 am

Pan-Yoruba socio-political organisation, Afenifere, has once again reiterated its earlier endorsement for the candidate of the Labour Party, Mr. Peter Obi, in the forthcoming presidential election in 2023.

In their reaction to a statement which was credited to the Ondo State governor, Mr. Rotimi Akeredolu, that the ‘Afenifere doesn’t speak for the Yoruba people on the endorsement of Peter Obi and that Afenifere is divided in respect of the purported endorsement,’ the group said neither the Afenifere nor Akeredolu will speak for Yoruba people on the candidate to support.

This response was contained in a statement issued by the …

The Prof. MarkAnthony Nze Social Media Challenge

The Prof. MarkAnthony Nze Social Media Challenge

October 10, 2022 3:18 am
Are you a young person who understands the nitty-gritty of social media workings? Can you put your thoughts and ideas into writing? If you answered ‘Yes’ to these questions, then keep reading to find out how you can sharpen your skill set and earn some money through this challenge.
It is without gainsaying that many young people and tech-savvy adults love social media, and that’s why the number of social media users around the world has consistently remained on a geometric rise.
Many individuals have built their lives around social media for several reasons ranging from business to interpersonal relationships,
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2023 Campaign Publicly For Tinubu Or Resign, APC Warns Ngige

2023: Campaign Publicly For Tinubu Or Resign, APC Warns Ngige

October 9, 2022 4:30 am

Ahead of next year’s general elections, the Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), Alhaji Murtala Yakubu Ajaka, has called on the Minister of Labour and Employment, Chris Ngige, and other appointees of the current admnistration to campaign openly for the party’s presidential candidate, Bola Ahmed Tinubu or resign their appointments.

The APC chieftain gave this charge while reacting to comments made on Channels Television by Ngige on Friday, who failed to publicly affirm his choice of presidential candidate between Tinubu and Peter Obi of Labour party (LP).

Africa Daily News, New York had earlier reported …

Oil Thieves Are Nigeria’s Biggest Enemies – Senate President

Oil Thieves Are Nigeria’s Biggest Enemies – Senate President

October 8, 2022 6:52 am

The President of the Nigerian Senate, Ahmad Lawan has decried oil theft in Nigeria, describing perpetrators as the country’s ‘biggest enemies’. 

The lawmaker said this on Friday during the presentation of the 2023 budget proposal at the National Assembly.

‘Mr. President, I consider the oil thieves the worst enemies of our country. The thieves have declared war on our country and our people,’ he said.

‘I strongly feel that if we do not take the necessary measures to stop the thieves immediately, our economy will be devastated, as efforts to provide infrastructure and diversification of the economy would both be …

Again Nigerian Govt Declares Monday Public Holiday

Again Nigerian Govt Declares Monday Public Holiday

October 7, 2022 6:47 am

The Federal Government of Nigeria has declared next Monday, the 10th October 2022 as Public Holiday.

A statement issued by Minister of Interior, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola wich was obtained by Africa Daily News, New York said the holiday is to mark this year’s Eid-ul-Mawlid Celebration in commemoration of the birth of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (Peace be upon him).

Aregbesola also used the opportunity to congratulate all Muslims both at home and in the Diaspora for witnessing this year’s occasion.

He admonished all Nigerians to imbibe the spirit of love, patience. tolerance and perseverance which are deep spiritual virtues …

Return Africa’s Stolen Assets, Artefacts, Buhari Warns West

Return Africa’s Stolen Assets, Artefacts, Buhari Warns West

October 7, 2022 6:34 am

The President of Nigeria, Muhammadu Buhari has made a case for the return of stolen assets and artifacts stolen from Africa by the West.

The President made the demand in an article he wrote on Wednesday, saying the clamour for the repatriation of looted treasures is becoming irresistible.

According to the Nigerian leader, Nigerians were delighted by the news this summer that 72 artefacts, known as the Benin Bronzes, held by the Horniman Museum in London were returning home, 125 years after being plundered by British troops.

Read Also: Auction Of ‘Stolen’ Igbo Artifacts Goes Ahead In Paris

Meanwhile, Germany …

Attempted Murder FFK Withdraws Suit Against Estranged Wife

Attempted Murder: FFK Withdraws Suit Against Estranged Wife

October 7, 2022 6:13 am

The Federal High Court, Abuja, has dismissed an alleged attempted murder suit brought by a former Aviation Minister, Femi Fani-Kayode, against his estranged wife, Precious Chikwendu.

The dismissal of the suit by Justice Inyang Ekwo came on the heels of the dramatic withdrawal by the former minister. When the case came up for arraignment, the prosecution counsel, Mr John Ijagbemi, informed the court that he had the instructions of the Inspector General of Police (IGP) to discontinue with the matter.

‘The matter was slated for re-arraignment of the defendants today. However, we want to plead to your lordship for …

Ngige Turning ASUU Strike To A Personal Quarrel - Jega

Ngige Turning ASUU Strike To A Personal Quarrel – Jega

October 6, 2022 4:55 am

Attahiru Jega who is a former chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), has tackled the minister of labour and employment, Chris Ngige saying that he has turned the industrial action by the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) into a personal quarrel.

Speaking on Tuesday during a programme on Arise TV which was monitored by Africa Daily New, New York, Jega said Ngige is creating more problems than solutions.

“Unfortunately, right now, the minister of labour is not helping matters. He has turned this into a personal quarrel between him and the minister of education on one hand …

2023 INEC Vows To Unleash EFCC, ICPC On Vote-Buyers

2023: INEC Vows To Unleash EFCC, ICPC On Vote-Buyers

October 5, 2022 6:55 am

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has reiterated its commitment and readiness to rid the forthcoming 2023 general election of vote-buying through its existing partnership with the security and anti-graft agencies in the country.

The National Commissioner in charge of Information and Voter Education, Festus Okoye, made this disclosure during an expert meeting on election logistics for the 2023 general election held in Lagos on Tuesday.

Okoye, while giving updates on the commission’s efforts to curb financial inducements at polling units, said anyone found culpable would be apprehended.

Read Also: Parties Not Allowed To Receive Funds From Abroad, INEC Insists

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My Best Decision Was Choosing Chelsea Over United – Mikel

My Best Decision Was Choosing Chelsea Over United – Mikel

October 5, 2022 6:31 am

Former Nigeria captain Mikel Obi says picking Chelsea over Manchester United in a highly controversial transfer in 2006 was the ‘best decision’ of his career.

Africa Today News, New York reports that the Nigerian midfielder, who retired last week at the age of 35, was the subject of a bitter dispute between the Red Devils and the Blues in 2005, before signing for the latter the following year.

His decision to move to London, having initially signed for the Manchester side from Norwegian club Lyn Oslo, ultimately proved rewarding.

Read Also: Graham Potter Left Frustrated As Salzburg Holds Chelsea

Mikel …

2023 Tinubu Reacts To Death Rumours, Releases Video

2023: Tinubu Reacts To Death Rumours, Releases Video

October 3, 2022 6:33 am

Ahead of next year’s general elections, the presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, has denied reports that he has withdrawn from the race.

In a Twitter post, Tinubu posted a short video of himself on a treadmill last night, in a bid to debunk rumours making the rounds.

The former Lagos State Governor captioned it: ‘Many have said I have died; others claim I have withdrawn from the presidential campaign.

Read Also: Peter Obi’s Lagos Rally Suggests APC’s Decline – Bwala

He wrote further; ‘Well… Nope.

‘This is the reality: I am strong, …

How States Can Access, Claim $750m World Bank Loan — FG

How States Can Access, Claim $750m World Bank Loan — FG

October 3, 2022 6:26 am

The Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council (PEBEC), has stated that the state governments will need to improve four reform areas to access the $750 million approved by the World Bank to strengthen the Business Enabling Environment in states.

According to the Federal Government of Nigeria, this can only be made possible through the State Action for Business Enabling Reforms (SABER), programme.

Special Adviser to the President on Ease of Doing Business, Dr Jumoke Oduwole, listed the areas of reform to include improving land administration and land investment process; improving business enabling infrastructure; increasing sustainable large-scale investments, and enabling firm operations.…

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