The News Blog

September 24, 2017

“Everybody’s life in Nigeria is in danger” – Falana

Human rights lawyer/activist, Femi Falana in an interview with Punch has said it is an irony that those clamouring for the division of Nigeria are not consistently at the regions considered as their origin – while Nnamdi Kanu (IPOB leader) together with his wife has dual citizenship, Yerima Shetima (leader of Northern coalition that gave... Read More

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September 24, 2017

U.S. government say they don’t consider IPOB as a terrorist organisation

The United States Government has said it does not consider the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) a terrorist organisation. Antecedents: Last week, the Federal High Court in Abuja gave a judicial backing of the executive order of President Muhammadu Buhari, declaring the group as a “militant terrorist organisation” – declaring that the activities of the... Read More

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September 24, 2017

Members of the National Assembly are milking Nigeria, Sagay insists

The Chairman of the Presidential Advisory Committee Against Corruption (PACAC), Prof Itse Sagay in an interview with The Nation, has said the senators should be ones apologising to him as he has become a “bit thick-skinned”. Antecedents: Sagay had made public a comparison of the annual salary of a Nigerian Senator, the allowances and that... Read More

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September 24, 2017

Gridlock in Apapa will soon be over – FRSC

The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has said that the gridlocks in Apapa, Lagos, which had spread to other parts of the state would soon be a thing of the past. FRSC Head of Operation in Lagos, Olalekan Morakinyo told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Saturday that the traffic lockdown was as a result... Read More

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September 24, 2017

Katsina APC endorses Buhari and Masari for 2019

The All Progressives Congress (APC), Katsina Saturday, endorsed President Muhammadu Buhari and the state governor Aminu Masari as their sole candidates for the 2019 general elections. Reference: APC in Kaduna had done the same, with the Kaduna state governor, Nasir El-Rufai. Highlights: The state chairman, Shittu S. Shittu said the party decision was informed by... Read More

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September 24, 2017

Until Jesus comes, corruption won’t end – Abiara

The immediate past General Evangelist of the Christ Apostolic Church, Prophet Samuel Abiara has said corruption is everywhere and would not end in Nigeria until Jesus Christ returns the second time. Key excerpts (interview with Punch): When asked if the Buhari-led administration is the worst civilian government since 1999, he said, “No, I don’t share... Read More

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September 24, 2017

Bill Gates expresses concern for the health situation in the Northeast

The world’s richest man, Bill Gates says has expressed deep concern for the health situation in Northeast Nigeria – affected by Boko Haram insurgency. Highlights: Speaking with BBC News Pidgin, Mr Gates said Nigeria is one of the places he has interest in because the country is “important” to the world. Gates said his foundation’s projects... Read More

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September 24, 2017

Why power supply is still epileptic – Osinbajo

Vice President Yemi Osinbajo on Saturday in Onna Local Government Area, Akwa Ibom, while inaugurating an Electric Metering Factory as part of activities marking the 30th anniversary of the state’s creation said inaccurate billing system resulting from metering machines is what causes epileptic power supply. Highlights: “The electric metering factory is an important project. Inadequate power... Read More

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September 23, 2017

EPL Roundup: Chelsea thrash Stoke City | Manchester City maintain top position with Crystal Palace victory | Others

Chelsea move to third place with 4-0 victory over Stoke City Alvaro Morata recorded his first hat-trick for the Blues in a 4-0 win over Stoke City at the Britannia Stadium. The former Real Madrid striker scored after just 83 seconds to give Chelsea the lead and then added two more in the second half... Read More

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September 23, 2017

Soul singer Charles Bradley dies at 68

Popular soul singer, Charles Bradley has died of stomach cancer at the age of 68. Bradley, according to his representatives gave up the ghost after fighting cancer “with everything he had”. “It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Charles Bradley,” his representatives said in a statement. “Always a fighter, Charles battled cancer with everything... Read More

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September 23, 2017

Katsina APC endorses Buhari, Masari for second term

The All Progressives Congress (APC), Katsina State chapter on Saturday endorsed President Muhammadu Buhari and the State Governor, Aminu Bello Masari for second term. The party’s endorsement was in a communique read to newsmen in the state by the party Chairman, Shittu S. Shittu at the end of its executive meeting held at the party headquarters in... Read More

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September 23, 2017

Power generation increases to 7000 Megawatts

The Ministry of Power, Works and Housing has said power generation in September has increased up to 7001 megawatts with transmission up to 6,700 megawatts and distribution rising to 4,600 megawatts. The Minister of Power, Works and Housing, Babatunde Fashola speaking at the executive session of the National Council on Power meeting said this increase can,... Read More

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September 23, 2017

Just In: CAF strips Kenya of 2018 CHAN hosting rights

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) on Saturday stripped Kenya of the right to host the 2018 African Nations Championship. The decision was taken after a CAF executive committee meeting in Accra. The reason for the decision was given as slow preparations for the January 12/February 4 tournament. A CAF inspection team had reported that only one of... Read More

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September 23, 2017

Apapa road construction not responsible for Lagos traffic – Stakeholders

Stakeholders on Saturday said the gridlock in Lagos was not in anyway caused by the ongoing reconstruction of the Apapa Wharf road. According to a statement issued on Saturday, stakeholders including representatives of Dangote Group, Federal Ministry of Works, Chairman of the Apapa Local Government, shippers council among others met to review the situation. One... Read More

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September 23, 2017

Why I will fight and oppose NGO bill at the N’Assembly – Shehu Sani

Senator representing Kaduna Central, Shehu Sani has said he would oppose the bill seeking the regulation of non-governmental organisations (NGO). What the NGO bill means: The bill states that “funds pledged by donors (to NGOs) must be disclosed before implementation of project, including mode of disbursement and condition attached to the funding by donor. Funds from... Read More

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September 23, 2017

Police release journalist arrested for reporting diversion of relief items

Benue State Police Command has released a reporter of the News Agency of Nigeria Mr Emmanuel Antswen, arrested over a story on the protest at the Internally Displaced Persons camp at the International Market, Makurdi. What happened: IDPs in the camp had protested the alleged diversion of relief items. They had blocked the main entrance into the... Read More

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September 23, 2017

If I was marking Nigeria’s script at 57, I will grade her a failure – Ango Abdullahi

Spokesman of the Northern Elders Forum (NEF), Ango Abdullahi has said Nigeria is a failure, 57 years after it gained independence. In an interview with The Sun, Abdullahi said Nigeria has failed, if compared to other countries who gained independence at the same period. “If I was a teacher marking Nigeria from 1960, or a teacher... Read More

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September 23, 2017

Benue police arrest reporter over IDPs protest story

The Benue Police Command has arrested a NAN reporter, Emmanuel Atswen over a report on the protest by IDPs at the International Market camp in Makurdi. What happened: IDPs in the camp had protested the alleged diversion of relief items. They had blocked the main entrance into the camp to stop vehicles loaded with the assorted relief... Read More

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September 23, 2017

Buhari at #UNGA, the renewed rift between the Psquare brothers and other top stories of the week

Another week ends and we bring you the stories that got people talking. IPOB drama In response to the declaration as a “militant terrorist group”, the members of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) said they are not terrorists – asking how a “peaceful and armless” group agitating for secession should be regarded as a... Read More

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September 23, 2017

23 doctors managing 24 Zamfara hospitals | The 5 numbers that mattered this week

N14.06 trillion – According to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), Nigeria’s domestic debt portfolio as at June 2017 is put at this amount. 23 doctors – Minister of Health, Prof. Isaac Adewole said on Thursday that Zamfara State has only 23 doctors managing 24 hospitals, so it’s basically one doctor to one hospital. 10... Read More

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September 23, 2017

Nigeria’s democracy threatened by APC, INEC, Police – Wike

Rivers State governor, Nyesom Wike has said Nigeria’s democracy is being threatened by a conspiracy between the Independent National Electoral Commission, All Progressives Congress and the Police. He said this while speaking on Friday to the Inter-Party Advisory Council at the Government House, Port Harcourt. He said the strategy being used by the APC was... Read More

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September 23, 2017

I am not in support of Nigeria’s division – Fayose

Ekiti State governor, Ayodele Fayose has said he is interested in the unity of Nigeria. Fayose said this on Friday while responding to criticisms that followed his support for the Indigenous People of Biafra. Background: The All Progressives Congress in Ekiti had described Fayose as one of the sponsors of IPOB after he criticised the... Read More

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September 23, 2017

Police arrests 34 Peace Corps officials in Lagos

The Lagos state police command has announced the arrest of 34 officials of the Peace Corps of Nigeria, a para-military organisation. Background: Security operatives stormed the headquarters of the organisation in Jabi, Abuja, and arrested Dickson Akoh, commandant of the corps, alongside 48 officials on March 31. Six staff of the organisation were said to... Read More

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September 23, 2017

What we will do to IPOB members if they hold rallies or protests – Police

The Nigeria Police Force has said it would arrest and prosecute members of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) if found holding rallies and protests. Why: The Federal High Court in Abuja had declared the group a terrorist organisation. IPOB has however filed an application, asking the court to vacate its order. What the Police... Read More

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September 23, 2017

‘FG to send account details of IPOB sponsors to French govt’

The Federal Government has started the process of revealing the account details of sponsors of Indigenous People of Biafra to the French government, Punch reports. What happened: The Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed had alleged that France was the headquarters of IPOB’s funding. But the European country has denied the allegation, stating that it has... Read More

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September 23, 2017

OPEC extends Nigeria’s exemption from oil production cuts

The Organisation of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) has agreed to allow Nigeria supply crude oil to the global market, in continuation of the exemption from the oil production cuts agreed on by members and non-members. The decision was made at the meeting of the joint ministerial monitoring committee of OPEC and non-OPEC countries which held in Vienna... Read More

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September 23, 2017

Those criticising Buhari will still complain about God if they make heaven – Presidency

Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Femi Adesina has said those criticising President Muhammadu Buhari are professional critics, who see nothing good in anything. Adesina said this while speaking in an interview he granted in New York during the 72nd United Nations general assembly (UNGA). Background: Some Nigerians had criticised President Muhammadu Buhari‘s... Read More

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September 23, 2017

Kylie Jenner is pregnant with Travis Scott’s baby

Kylie Jenner is pregnant with her first child for her boyfriend, Travis Scott, TMZ reports. According to TMZ, the 20-year-old started telling friends about the pregnancy earlier this month at the Day N Night Fest in Anaheim, CA. Her 25-year-old boyfriend, Travis Scott has also reportedly been telling friends about it. A quick check on her... Read More

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September 22, 2017

Police discover illegal firearm factory in FCT

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) police command said it has discovered a factory fabricating illegal firearm in Shenagu village near Zuba, FCT. FCT commissioner of police, Sadiq Bello told journalists in Abuja on Friday that three suspects have been arrested in connection with the incident. Bello said items recovered from the suspects were locally fabricated revolver pistol... Read More

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September 22, 2017

Those calling for Nigeria’s breakup should move on – Mark

Senate President, David Mark has said Nigeria can never breakup, stating that those calling for its split should move on. This is coming on the heels of calls for restructuring and the demand by the separatist Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, for a sovereign state of Biafra. In a statement issued on Friday by his... Read More

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