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Month: November 2023

Ohanaeze turns back on Samuel Ekpa, asks FG to go after him

Ohanaeze wants the Federal Government to liaise with the Government of Finland to address the activities of Ekpa and his disciples in the South-East. Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, the apex Igbo socio-cultural organisation has urged the Federal Government to activate its diplomatic ties with Finland to get Simon Ekpa, a Finland-based Biafra agitator. On Tuesday, November…

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Ali Must Go: How 50k increase in meal tickets cost sparked student protests

The Ali Must Go protests erupted in 1978 after a controversial decision by the Federal Government. The history of student activism in Nigeria is deeply intertwined with the iconic and tragic “Ali Must Go” protests that happened 45 years ago. The protests symbolised the spirit, strength and resilience of Nigerian youth, and remained the mother…

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APC dissolves Rivers exco, puts Wike’s men in charge as caretaker committee

The development spells another setback for Amaechi, who is locked in a battle with Wike for the political soul of River State. The National Working Committee (NWC) of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has announced the dissolution of the Rivers State executive committee of the party at all levels. The decision was disclosed by…

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Indigenes bemoan cult-related killings in Awka, allege Police involvement

The protesters also accused the officers of destabilising a local security outfit, known as “Blue Shed”, established to get rid of criminalities in the city in their selfish interest. Some indigenes of Awka, the Anambra capital, on Wednesday, protested against what they called a worrisome spate of cult-related killings in the town. The protesters, who…

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Quality education,empowerment will inspire Nigerian youths – Gbajabiamila

Gbajabiamila called for collaboration between higher institutions and the organised private sector as it is vital to carry out the essential work of engagement. The Chief of Staff to President Bola Tinubu, Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila, says quality education will inspire Nigerian youths to innovate, skills, boost confidence and empower them to be relevant in the…

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Yoruba elders cry out over inflation, insecurity, ask Tinubu to take action

The Yoruba elders lamented the recurring insecurity challenges in the South-West region and urged Tinubu to intervene. A group of Yoruba elders, under the aegis of the Council of Yoruba Elders (CYE), has called on President Bola Tinubu to tackle the recent wave of insecurity in the South-West region of the country. The elders also…

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NSCDC hunts for suspects over alleged theft of communication mast in Niger

The commandant said that it was the responsibility of the corps to protect critical national assets and infrastructure, not to destroy them. The Niger Command of Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), has denied involvement in the disappearance of a communication mast in the state. The state Commandant, Elijah Etim, said they had already…

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FG to sack prison officers taking bribe to lock up poor people illegally

The minister decried abuse of power by correctional facility controllers which in recent years, has become a common practice. The Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has called for the support of critical stakeholders to reform Nigeria’s correctional service. This is contained in a statement by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Alao Babatunde,…

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‘The Origin: Madam Koi Koi’ is Nigeria’s most watched show on Netflix

This is a big win for the cast and crew. The Origin: Madam Koi Koi maintains its spot at the top as Nigeria’s most watched show on Netflix. In a post on Twitter, Jay Franklyn Jituboh, the director, thanked the cast and crew as he revealed that the project has maintained the top spot for…

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Agbekoya deploys 4,000 security personnel to secure Southwest farmers

Okikiola said the society was dedicated to fostering a secure environment for farmers and ensuring the prosperity of agriculture through vigilant protection and advocacy. The Agbekoya Society of Nigeria, a Yoruba farmers and hunters association, says it has about 4,000 personnel providing security for farmers in the Southwest. The Aare (President-General) of Agbekoya worldwide, Chief…

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