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Liberia refugee repatriation chiefs suspended over corruption claims

1 November 2024 at 14:42

Liberia's president has suspended three senior officials from the body organising the return of refugees over allegations of corruption and financial misconduct, his office said. The Liberia Refugee Repatriation and Resettlement Commission (LRRRC) has in recent months overseen the return of more than 1,000 Liberians who had fled the country's devastating civil wars. Another more […]

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Group warns Dokubo against attacking Wike

1 November 2024 at 14:39

The Rivers Restoration Movement (RRM) has issued a scathing response to the Leader of Niger Delta People's Volunteers Force, Asari Dokubo, accusing him of spreading misinformation about the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) and leader of Rivers State politics, Nyesom Wike. In a series of videos, Dokubo allegedly described Wike and labeled President […]

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Transporters games will bring national unity among Nigerians - Shodeinde

1 November 2024 at 14:33

The National Coordinator of National Transporters' Games, Wale Shodeinde, has said that the game initiative aims to promote national unity and cohesion among Nigerians. He explained that the recently unveiled mascot symbolizes strength and teamwork, representing a new era of unity in the transport sector. Shodeinde stated this during a press briefing at the Moshood […]

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Comfort Tinubu stabs husband to death in Ibadan

1 November 2024 at 14:27

A 33-year-old woman, Comfort Tinubu, has allegedly stabbed her 39-year-old husband, Olusegun Tinubu to death in Ibadan. It was gathered that the couple who got married about three years ago had two children from the marriage. The incident according to sources occurred around the Gbeyi community in Adegbayi area of Ibadan on Wednesday around 10.00 […]

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Oye urges Nigerians to unite in prayer amid economic hardship

1 November 2024 at 14:26

The Transformation Church, led by Rev. Dr. Sam Oye, has called on Nigerians to unite in prayer and solidarity in response to the nation's growing economic hardship and social challenges. He expressed concern over the government's inability to tackle pressing economic issues. Speaking at a press briefing in Abuja, Oye said that the upcoming conference […]

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KWASU ventures into commercial electric, CNG vehicle conversions

1 November 2024 at 14:25

Kwara State University (KWASU) Malete has ventured into large-scale commercial conversion of petrol vehicles to Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) and electric vehicles. The varsity located in Moro local government said it has successfully converted three vehicles into electric and another one into CNG. At a press conference on Friday, the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Shaynkh Luqman […]

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Jailed Algeria media mogul gets presidential pardon

1 November 2024 at 14:24

Prominent Algerian media boss Ihsane El Kadi was freed under presidential pardon Friday on the occasion of the 70th anniversary of the independence war with France, lawyers said. Also granted pardons were several activists from the pro-democracy Hirak movement. El Kadi, 65, who heads Interface Medias which includes the Maghreb Emergent news website and Radio […]

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South Africa drops corruption case against ex-minister

1 November 2024 at 14:15

South Africa has dropped charges against former minister Zizi Kodwa, arrested in June in relation with a huge probe into state corruption under ex-president Jacob Zuma, prosecutors said Friday. Kodwa, the former sports, arts and culture minister, was accused of taking 1.6 million rand ($85,000) in bribes in connection to contracts handed by the city […]

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Police arraign man over alleged N1.5m land fraud

1 November 2024 at 13:42

The police on Friday arraigned 36-year-old Nurudeen Abdulrasak at Iyaganku Magistrates’ Court, Ibadan, over alleged N1.5 million land fraud. Abdulrasak, with no fixed address, was charged with conspiracy, obtaining money under false representations, stealing and conduct likely to cause breach of peace. The Prosecutor, Insp. Iyabo Oladoyin, told the court that Abdulrasak committed the offences […]

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Ruben Amorim named as new Manchester United manager

1 November 2024 at 13:30

Ruben Amorim was Friday named as the new manager of Manchester United, replacing the sacked Erik ten Hag. The 39-year-old Portuguese coach, who won two Primeira Liga titles with Sporting Lisbon, has signed a deal until 2027 and will join the club on November 11. "Manchester United is delighted to announce the appointment of Ruben […]

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Lawmaker’s bid to revoke airstrip licences shows aviation knowledge gap β€” Keyamo

1 November 2024 at 15:17

The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has said that the move by a member of the House of Representatives to revoke the licences of certain airstrips in the country demonstrates a lack of understanding of the aviation industry. PUNCH Online gathered that some lawmakers, particularly in the House of Representatives, are pushing


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UCH JOHESU suspends strike

1 November 2024 at 15:08

The Joint Health Sector Unions (JOHESU), University College Hospital (UCH), Ibadan, has suspended the strike it embarked on October 25. On October 10, PUNCH Online reported that JOHESU Issued a 15-day ultimatum to the Federal Government to resolve its pending welfare issues or its members will embark on an industrial action. https://www.google.com/amp/s/punchng.com/johesu-threatens-strike-gives-fg-15-day-ultimatum/%3famp The News Agency


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Court grants VeryDarkMan N2m bail

1 November 2024 at 15:08

The Chief Magistrate Court in Abuja has granted the detained social media critic, Martins Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan N2m bail and other stringent conditions. VeryDarkMan was arraigned on Friday at Court 1, Chief Magistrate Court, Wuse Zone 6, in the Federal Capital Territory for unauthorised use of a police uniform. Providing the bail terms


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Kudos, knocks as Alex Iwobi drops second single, β€˜What’s Luv?’

1 November 2024 at 15:05

Super Eagles and Fulham midfielder Alex Iwobi has ventured further into music with the release of his second single, β€˜What’s Luv?’ This is following the success of his debut track, β€œDon’t Shoot,” which made him the first Premier League player to officially release music. His latest single β€˜What’s Luv?’ posted via his social media handles


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North Korea vows to stand by Russia until β€˜victory’ in Ukraine

1 November 2024 at 15:03

North Korea will stand by Russia until its victory in Ukraine, Pyongyang’s foreign minister said in Moscow Friday, as the US has warned thousands of North Korean troops could be sent to combat in the Ukraine conflict in the coming days. North Korea’s Choe Son Hui was in Moscow as the West believes up to


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71 bag first class as Landmark University holds 11th convocation

1 November 2024 at 15:00

Seventy-one students of Landmark University, Omu-Aran, Kwara State, graduated with First Class during the institution’s 11th convocation on Friday. This marked the highest number of top-tier graduates in the school’s history. The 11th Convocation Ceremony, themed β€œThe Release of Pathfinders 2024,” was presided over by the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Kolawole O. Ajanaku, who shared the remarkable


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UPDATED: Man Utd appoint Ruben Amorim as head coach

1 November 2024 at 14:29

Ruben Amorim was Friday named as the new manager of Manchester United, replacing the sacked Erik ten Hag. The 39-year-old Portuguese coach, who won two Primeira Liga titles with Sporting Lisbon, has signed a deal until 2027 and will join the club on November 11, 2024. β€œManchester United is delighted to announce the appointment of


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FULL LIST: De Gea, Lookman top Serie A player rankings

1 November 2024 at 14:22

After ten weeks of Serie A action, Fiorentina’s goalkeeper, David De Gea, has emerged as the top-rated player, with Nigerian star Ademola Lookman of Atalanta not far behind in the top 10. According to Fantacalcio on Thursday, the rankings are based on player ratings across Italian sports papers, considering players with at least half of


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NCC seizes pirated books worth N20m in Lagos

1 November 2024 at 14:07

The Nigerian Copyright Commission, on Friday, conducted a raid on several bookshops in the Ajegunle Boundary area of Lagos State, seizing pirated books valued at approximately N20 million. The operation, led by the Deputy Director and Head of Operations at the Lagos Office, Mr Charles Amudipe, included a team of copyright officers supported by security


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Group seeks FG’s support to tackle erosion in Bayelsa community

1 November 2024 at 13:58

A non-governmental organisation, Safe and Better Nigeria (SBN), has appealed to the Federal Government, Bayelsa State Government, and relevant intervention agencies to assist the Amatu 2 community in Ekeremor Local Government Area of Bayelsa State. Amatu 2, an oil-rich community, has long suffered from severe erosion and ocean encroachment. SBN has emphasised the urgency of


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Police arrest four in Ebonyi over organ harvesting, nab 173 others

1 November 2024 at 13:52

The Nigeria Police Command in Ebonyi has announced the arrest of no fewer than 177 suspected criminals for various offences in October 2024. The command noted that four of the 177 suspects were alleged to be involved in human organ harvesting and ritual killings. The Police Public Relations Officer of the command, DSP Joshua Ukandu,


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Ondo poll: INEC accredits 112 media organisations

1 November 2024 at 13:50

The Independent National Electoral Commission has accredited 112 media organisations, involving over 700 journalists, technicians, and support personnel for the November 16 Ondo governorship election. The media presence includes outlets spanning print, radio, television, and digital platforms, according to an announcement by INEC Chairman, Professor Mahmood Yakubu, at the fourth regular quarterly consultative meeting with


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Jailed Algeria media mogul gets presidential pardon

1 November 2024 at 13:43

Prominent Algerian media boss, Ihsane El Kadi, was freed under presidential pardon Friday on the occasion of the 70th anniversary of the independence war with France, lawyers said. El Kadi, 65, who heads Interface Medias which includes the Maghreb Emergent news website and Radio M, was jailed for seven years in June 2023. The sentence


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LIST: Billionaires, celebrities endorsing Donald Trump, Kamala Harris

1 November 2024 at 13:08

As the 2024 United States presidential election approaches, candidates Kamala Harris and Donald Trump have secured notable endorsements from celebrities and billionaires alike. The upcoming election, the 60th presidential election in the United States, is scheduled for Tuesday, November 5, 2024. Using data from the Federal Election Commission as of September, Bloomberg examined the contributions


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Seven vessels to arrive with petrol, crude oil, others – NPA

1 November 2024 at 12:53

The Nigerian Ports Authority said that seven ships would berth with crude oil on Friday at the Lagos ports. The NPA, in its β€œDaily Shipping Position’, said that seven vessels, out of the nine expected, would berth diesel, crude oils bulk urea, petrol and aviation fuel. β€œThe remaining two vessels will berth with containers carrying


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TUC debunks N40,000 minimum wage rumour in Benue

1 November 2024 at 12:42

Chairman of Trade Union Congress in Benue State, Gideon Akaa, has stated that labour leaders are in negotiation with the government over the new minimum wage. He dismissed the trending report on social media that the state government presented N40,000 as the new minimum wage. Speaking in a telephone chat with journalists on Friday, he


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Covenant University solving character problems among youths – Oyedepo

1 November 2024 at 12:33

The Chancellor of Covenant University, Ota, Ogun, Dr David Oyedepo, has stressed the need for universities to equip students with the necessary skills to solve the country’s leadership challenges. Oyedepo made the call in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria on Friday in Ota. Oyedepo said that could be done by establishing Africa


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VeryDarkMan to appear in court today for wearing police uniform

1 November 2024 at 12:26

Martins Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan or VDM, is scheduled to appear in court today over allegations of impersonation. The charges stem from a recent viral video in which VeryDarkMan was seen in Nigeria Police Force uniforms β€œwithout authorisation.” NPF had condemned VeryDarkMan, in the recently released video where he described himself as CSP VeryDarkMan


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JUST IN: Reps pass bill mandating portfolios for ministerial nominees

1 November 2024 at 12:25

The House of Representatives has advanced a bill to its second reading, aiming to mandate the inclusion of specific portfolios in the nomination lists for Ministers and Commissioners submitted by the President and State Governors. Leading the debate, Okechukwu Dibiagwu highlighted that attaching portfolios to nominees would allow lawmakers in the national and state assemblies


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Rivers crisis: MEND condemns threats to blow up oil installations

1 November 2024 at 12:19

A militant group, the Movement for the Emancipation of the Niger Delta, has flayed threats by a coalition of ex-agitators to attack oil installations in the region over the political crisis in Rivers State. Recall that a coalition of ex-agitators and fighters in the region under the aegis of Niger Delta Development Force had last


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