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Month: November 2024

Police officer dies in multiple accident involving truck, 2 buses around Kara

He added that a police officer attached to Mopol 20 Division manoeuvring his way back to the office on his motorcycle, got trapped by the incident and died instantly. The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA), on Thursday, confirmed the death of a police officer in an accident involving a truck and two busses around…

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10 throwback songs of Yemi Alade that show her incredible range

Yemi Alade is one of Nigeria’s strongest vocalists and performers. She consistently delivers both on stage and in her music videos. These throwback songs showcase her dynamic songcraft and genre mastery. Not many people know that the singer born Yemi Eberechi Alade is a master of genres. Not only does she entertain her audience with…

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Kyari ordered to resign as NNPCL boss within 72 hours

The Niger Delta groups claim this failure undermines the 2027 election prospects, as campaign promises to revitalise the oil sector remain unfulfilled. Embattled Group Chief Executive Officer of Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited (NNPCL), Mele Kyari, faces growing calls for his resignation as civil society groups and Niger Delta activists demand his immediate removal. Activist…

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Presidency defends CNG initiative amid Malaysian safety concerns

The presidency contrasted Malaysia’s approach with Nigeria’s, highlighting that Malaysia’s transition had limited impact. The Nigerian Presidency has reassured the public of the safety of its Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) initiative amid recent news that Malaysia plans to phase out natural gas vehicles due to safety issues. Malaysian Transport Minister Loke Siew Fook announced earlier…

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Ex-Ogun deputy speaker drags Agege Local Government to court

The senior lawyer sought an order of the court to restrain the respondents from further demolishing the claimants’ property, pending the hearing and final determination of the suit. A Former Deputy Speaker of Ogun State House of Assembly, Hon. Edward Ayo-Odugbesan has asked an Ikeja High Court to restrain Agege Local Government from further demolishing…

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Abducted Edo Catholic Priest released after 11 days in captivity

The Bishop urged government authorities to address the deteriorating security situation in Edo North Senatorial District and Edo State. Rev. Fr. Thomas Oyode, a Catholic priest abducted on October 27 in Edo State, has been released. Rev. Fr. Peter Egielewa, the Director of Communications at the Catholic Diocese of Auchi, announced Oyode’s release in a…

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Gov Adeleke declares 3-day mourning for late Chief of Army Staff, Lagbaja

The commissioner said that the mourning period will start on Thursday (today) and end on Saturday. Gov. Ademola Adeleke of Osun has declared a three-day mourning in honour of the late Chief of Army Staff, Lt-Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja. Adeleke also directed that flags should be flown at half-mast in the state during the period. This…

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Calls mount for US visa ban on Nigerian Senator linked to terror suspect

The group urged US authorities to suspend Senator Buba’s entry visa, a move they say would limit any potential influence he might wield internationally. A Nigerian civil society organisation, the Rural Community Development Outreach (RCDO), has called for an urgent probe into alleged terrorism ties of Senator Shehu Buba, representing Bauchi South. In a letter…

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Nationwide blackout as Nigeria’s national grid collapses again

The recent collapses have led to heightened calls for Adelabu’s resignation, with citizens questioning the government’s ability to provide a stable power supply. Nigeria was plunged into darkness once again on Thursday, November 7, as the country’s national power grid collapsed around 11:20 a.m., sparking widespread frustration and social media uproar. This marks the second…

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Seyi Law reveals he was once spiritually monitored through a pair of shoes

He warns people to be careful with gifts. Nigerian comedian Seyi Law has recalled an interesting story about how he found out that he was being spiritually monitored through a pair of shoes that someone gifted him. On November 6, 2024, an X user posted a warning to the public to refrain from accepting mirrors…

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