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Month: October 2023

Governor Yahaya Bello denies alleged assassination attempt on his life

According to reports, Bello stated that there was no attempt whatsoever on his life. Kogi Governor, Alhaji Yahaya Bello has denied alleged assassination attempt on his life on Sunday. Addressing newsmen in the evening of Sunday, Bello explained the incident on Lokoja-Abuja Highway as a mere altercation between his security details and some military personnel…

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#ENDSARS: Tiger Eye Foundation shines light on police brutality documentary

#FeatureByTigerEye Tiger Eye Foundation, a media nonprofit championing investigative journalism in Africa, is tackling police brutality in its newly released documentary titled October 2020. In October 2020, thousands of Nigerians marched on the streets protesting against police brutality. The movement and hashtag #ENDSARS rose in response to widespread bribery, extortion, harassment, and extrajudicial killings by…

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Akpabio promises strong bilateral parliamentary relations with Angola

Akpabio added that it will have been a disservice to Africa if Nigeria did not have a strong delegation at the IPU. Senate President Godswill Akpabio on Sunday pledged strong bilateral parliamentary relations with Angola. This is contained in a statement by Akpabio’s Special Assistant (Media/Communication), Anietie Ekong. Akpabio, made this known when he arrived…

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FCT Police commence investigation into alleged attack on Yahaya Bello

The commissioner added that the governor was on his way to an official engagement when the attack occurred on Sunday and the attackers were dressed in military uniforms. The Police Command in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) has begun investigation into alleged attack on Gov Yahaya Bello of Kogi on Sunday. The Commissioner of Police…

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Supreme Court reacts to reports of 5 justices’ withdrawal from Atiku, Obi appeal

He dismissed the claims of a crisis within the Supreme Court, reaffirming the court’s commitment to upholding justice. The Supreme Court of Nigeria has denied recent reports claiming the withdrawal of five justices from the panel scheduled to hear the appeals of Atiku Abubakar, the candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), and Peter Obi,…

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Super Eagles legend Okocha and Nkechi celebrate 25th wedding anniversary in Maldives

Don’t miss out see how Super Eagles legend Okocha turned up in the Maldives for his 25th wedding anniversary.

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Mourinho brutally trolls World Cup winner over two-year doping ban

The Roma manager had a score to settle with Papu Gomez after beating Monza on Sunday and used the Argentine’s recent doping ban as the perfect opportunity to troll him

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Road users hail FG as Third Mainland Bridge repairs completed

Kesha said that some of the components needed for the comprehensive rehabilitation works were being imported for the emergency repairs to begin. The Federal Controller of Works in Lagos, Olukorede Kesha, on Sunday, expressed satisfaction with repairs done on the Third Mainland Bridge, assuring motorists of a smooth ride till the commencement of comprehensive rehabilitation…

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We’re prepared for harmattan season – Lagos Fire Service

He stated that the fire service took delivery of 62 fire apparatus, including rapid intervention vehicles and conventional fire engines. Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service (LSFRS) has expressed preparedness to tackle any emergency fire outbreak during the forthcoming harmattan season. The Public Relations Officer of LSFRS, Shakiru Amodu, gave the assurance in an interview…

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Rotimi Amaechi to deliver 2023 TheNiche Lecture in Lagos

Amaechi said the TheNiche lecture series was his contribution to the national discourse, aimed at fostering the much-needed renaissance in society. A former governor of Rivers, Dr Rotimi Amaechi will deliver a keynote address at TheNiche Lecture in Lagos, aimed at fostering the much-needed renaissance in the society. The Chief Executive Officer of TheNiche, Ikechukwu…

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