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education
ATBU Shuts Down Amidst Student Protest Over Tragic Killing
Bauchi, December 4, 2023: In response to a wave of student protests, the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University in Bauchi has been temporarily closed by the university’s management. The demonstration emerged following the tragic killing of a 500-level student, Joseph Agabaidu, allegedly by armed robbers who targeted him for his mobile phone. Agabaidu, returning to his Yelwan Tudu market-adjacent lodge in…
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economy
Federal Government Set to Disburse N125 Billion in Fuel Subsidy Palliative Programme
The Nigerian government has announced plans to commence the disbursement of funds totaling N125 billion as part of its Presidential Palliative Program. This initiative aims to cushion the impact of the recent removal of fuel subsidies. Doris Uzoka-Anite, the Minister for Industry, Trade, and Investment, revealed the details of the programme in a statement issued on Sunday. The comprehensive scheme…
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football
Pep Guardiola Criticizes Referee’s Decision in Manchester City’s 3-3 Draw Against Tottenham
In a dramatic showdown between Manchester City and Tottenham on Sunday, Manager Pep Guardiola expressed his dissatisfaction with referee Simon Hooper’s pivotal decision in the 3-3 draw. The controversy unfolded when Hooper halted a promising City attack, citing a foul on Erling Haaland, just as Jack Grealish was poised to make a potentially game-changing move towards the goal. The decision…
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News
US House Expels Indicted New York Republican Santos
WASHINGTON, D.C. December 1, 2023 – In a historic move, the United States House of Representatives voted 311-114 to expel the indicted New York Republican, surpassing the required two-thirds majority for removing a member. The expulsion marks the first instance since the Civil War where a member was ousted without a prior conviction. The measure garnered overwhelming support from almost…
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Featured
FAAN Implements Ban on ‘Ghana Must Go’ Bags at Nigerian Airports
Lagos, Nigeria, December 1, 2023– In a bid to address airline losses and prevent damage to airport infrastructure, the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has officially prohibited the use of ‘Ghana Must Go’ bags by passengers at all airports across the country. This directive, targeted primarily at international airports, was communicated through a circular titled ‘Re: Prohibition of Usage…
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Crime
Gunmen Attack INEC Commissioner’s Residence in Kogi State, Nigeria
LOKOJA, KOGI STATE – In the early hours of Friday, December 1, 2023, unidentified gunmen launched a brazen assault on the residence of the Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) in Lokoja, Kogi State, escalating concerns about the safety of electoral officials in the region. The armed assailants initiated the attack at approximately 3:30 am, engaging in a fierce gun battle with…
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Defence
Nigerian Air Force Helicopter Crash at NAF Base, Port Harcourt
Port Harcourt, Nigeria, December 1, 2023: In a dramatic turn of events on Friday morning, a Nigerian Air Force (NAF) MI-35P helicopter crash-landed and exploded at the NAF Base in Port Harcourt. The incident unfolded around 7:50 a.m., and while the cause of the crash remains unclear, eyewitnesses reported a thunderous sound preceding the incident. Residents near the NAF Base…
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Africa
Kyari Urges Stakeholders and Nigerians to Refrain from Issuing Goodwill Messages
Abuja, November 29, 2023: Malam Mele Kyari, the Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) of Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited, has expressed his gratitude to stakeholders and Nigerians for their enthusiastic reception of his reappointment by the President and Commander-in-Chief of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR. In a press release issued today, Kyari views his…
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Africa
President Tinubu Unveils N27.5trn ”Budget of Renewed Hope”
In his inaugural annual budgetary presentation to the 10th National Assembly, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu outlined the Federal Republic of Nigeria’s economic vision for the upcoming fiscal year. The 2024 Budget, aptly named the “Budget of Renewed Hope,” reflects the President’s commitment to bolstering economic stability, reducing deficits, and addressing crucial national priorities. Prevailing Economic Environment Against a backdrop of…
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Featured
Gabriel Idibia: CWPPF Condemns Unlawful Arrest of Daybreak Nigeria’s Head of Bureau
November 28, 2023: Kaduna In a vehement condemnation, the Coalition for Whistleblowers Protection and Press Freedom (CWPPF) has expressed deep concern over the unwarranted arrest, incarceration, and subsequent arraignment of Mr. Gabriel Idibia, the Head of Bureau Northern Operations at Daybreak Nigeria. The arrest, carried out by operation “Yaki” police in Kaduna on November 13th, follows Mr. Idibia’s investigative reporting…
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Defence
Brigade Commander Justifies Assault on Police Headquarters, Alleges Soldier Shot and Abducted
Yola, Nov. 22, 2023 – In a shocking display of violence, a clash between Nigerian Army and Police personnel in Adamawa on Tuesday night resulted in the injury of a soldier and the tragic death of a police officer at Target Junction in Yola. The incident sheds light on a longstanding issue of disregard for the rule of law and…
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Energy & Environment
NCDMB’s Youth Empowerment Programme in Oyo State Garners Praise from Former Local Content Committee Chairman
IBADAN, OYO STATE – In a commendable move towards fostering youth empowerment and human capacity-building, the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) successfully trained 500 youths in Oyo State on solar power installation and maintenance. The initiative, conducted in the state capital, Ibadan, spanned six months and received accolades from Sen. Teslim Kolawole Folarin, the former Chairman of the…
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Energy & Environment
Nigeria Confronts Yet Another Environmental Crisis with Egina Oil Spill
In the early hours of November 15, 2023, Nigeria found itself grappling with a familiar foe—an oil spill—this time during loading operations in the Egina oilfield region. The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) has assumed a monitoring role, but questions linger regarding the efficacy of response measures. NIMASA’s collaboration with the National Oil Spill Detection and Response Agency…
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education
P-BAT Academics & Professionals Launch Electrifying Mini-Summit Series Ahead of Main Event in Abuja
Abuja, November 22, 2023 : P-BAT Academics & Professionals, a distinguished group of seasoned experts committed to fostering a transformative shift in Nigeria’s economy, announced the commencement of its riveting mini-summit series. This prelude event precedes the main physical summit scheduled to take place in Abuja on February 15, 2024. Mary Ikoku, the Director of Communications, unveiled the mini-summit series…
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Crime
Major Arms Dealer Arrested in Anambra State: 23 Automatic Guns Seized
Awka, Anambra State In a significant breakthrough, the Anambra State Police Command has successfully apprehended a major arms dealer engaged in the illegal trade of prohibited firearms within the state. The operation, which culminated in the arrest, was the result of weeks of intensive surveillance by dedicated operatives of the Command. During the operation, a total of twenty-three automatic pump…
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Crime
Police Dismiss False Claims of Umunze as ESN Headquarters and “No-Go-Area”
Awka, Anambra State – The Anambra State Police Command has refuted circulating social media claims asserting that Umunze in Orumba South LGA serves as the headquarters of the Eastern Security Network (ESN), and that the Police consider the town a “No-Go-Area.” Expressing sympathy for a reported kidnapping incident lasting four days in the area, the Police have clarified that the…
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Crime
Inspector General of Police Acknowledges Police and Security Agencies for Ensuring Seamless Elections in Bayelsa, Imo, and Kogi States
Abuja, Nigeria – The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Dr. Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun has praised the collaborative efforts of police officers and operatives from various security agencies for their vital role in ensuring the security of elections conducted in Bayelsa, Imo, and Kogi States. The IGP commended the dedication and diligence exhibited by security personnel during the electoral process, highlighting…
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