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Army Chief dies while attending Chief of Army Staff Conference

Major-General John Olu Irefin, the general officer commanding (GOC) six division, Port-Harcourt, Rivers state and land component commander, Operation Delta Safe has died of complications from COVID-19.   The deceased who was formerly the GOC 81 Division in Lagos before his posting to Port Harcourt in July 2020, had just buried his mother in …

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Update: Abolishment of school WhatsApp groups only for a particular zone – Katsina State Govt

The Katsina State Government says it has not banned the use of WhatsApp and other social media platforms by staff of secondary schools in the state.   Recall that a widely circulated memo had informed principals to direct the closure of school WhatsApp groups.   https://music.apple.com/us/album/strength-of-a-woman/1535263451#     See below, However, …

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NCC suspends sale and activation of SIM cards

Telecommunication companies in the country have been directed by Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) to suspend sale, registration and activation of new Subscriber Identity Module (popularly known as SIM card).   Director of Public Affairs at NCC, Dr. Ikechukwu Adinde who announced the suspension said the action became necessary in line with the federal government …

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A total of 38,051 foreigners applied for Nigerian citizenship in 2 years – FG

The Federal Government has revealed that a total of 38,051 foreigners applied for Nigeria’s citizenship from September 2018 to October 2020. The disclosure was made by Permanent Secretary of Ministry of Interior, Dr Shuaib Belgore, at the 4th Quarter 2020 Public-Private Partnership (PPP) Units’ Consultative Forum (3PUCF) of all Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) …

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Some highly placed political actors in APC are placing politics over the protection of lives of Nigerians’- Deputy Minority Leader reacts to Malami’s position on Buhari’s summon

The Deputy Minority Leader of the House of Representatives, Toby Okechukwu, has faulted the comment made by the Minister of Justice and Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF), Abubakar Malami, that the lower chambers and indeed the National Assembly, lacks the constitutional power to summon the President.   Last week, the House …

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CNN and BBC trends as Nigerians react to Buhari’s statement that the foreign press coverage of the End SARS protest was not balanced

“CNN and BBC” is number one on the Twitter trend table in Nigeria as users have been reacting to Buhari’s statement accusing the foreign press of unbalanced coverage of the End SARS  protest. Reacting to reports released by BBC and CNN on the the End SARS protest,  President Buhari said: “It must be …

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See who is calling someone ugly” – Fans drag Speed Darlington after he called Runtown’s girlfriend “ugly”

Controversial U.S-based Nigerian rapper and entertainer, Speed Darlington, has been dragged to filth after he made an unpleasant remark about singer, Runtown’s girlfriend. Speed Darlington shared a photo of popular artiste, Runtown and his South-Sudanese model girlfriend, Adut Akech Bior on his Instagram account and called her ugly. The singer wrote in part “it’s your life …

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Interpol arrests over 20,000 people worldwide for online fraud

The International Criminal Police Organization has announced that it has arrested a total of over 20,000 people in an Interpol-coordinated blow against online and telephone fraudsters since September 2019.   The international organization said 35 countries participated in the operation dubbed “First Light” and this led to 21,549 arrests in more than 10,000 raids, …

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Navy declares 43 personnel wanted for desertion

43 naval personnel have been declared wanted for desertion. The Nigerian Navy has released a circular containing the names and photographs of the deserters, and also appealed to members of the public with useful information that could lead to their arrest to report to the nearest Naval facility or Police station.   …

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Herdsmen reportedly attack Amotekun officials in Ondo

The Ondo State Security Network Agency, Amotekun, has accused some herdsmen in the state of attacking its officials and destroying a farmland in Osi Community in Akure North Local Government Area of the state.   Disclosing this to newsmen, the state Commander of Amotekun, Adetunji Adeleye, said the officials had received a …

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You called me a Nollywood actress whilst begging for answers and evidence in my DMs – JoPearl shades Burna Boy’s girlfriend, Stefflon Don

JoPearl, the British model who went public with her ”secret romance” with Burna Boy days ago, has also dropped a shade for the singer’s known girlfriend, Stefflon Don.   This came after Stefflon Don insinuated that JoPearl’s alleged romance with her boyfriend was a “Nollywood” drama.     Reacting to …

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Borders to be reopened soon- President Buhari

President Buhari has said that the Nigerian land borders that have been closed since August 2019, will soon be reopened.   The President stated this when he met with the 36 state governors in the state house Abuja today, December  8. At the meeting, President Buhari briefed the governors on the …

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Ritualist den allegedly operated by siblings uncovered in Osun (photos)

The police in Osun state have arrested two brothers, Tajudeen Monsuru and Tajudeen Alani, for allegedly running a ritualist den in the Yemoja area in Iwo on Monday, December 7.       https://music.apple.com/us/album/strength-of-a-woman/1535263451#     The den was uncovered while the police were investigating the mysterious disappearance of a lady identified as Mutiat …

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I will Not Compromise, says GM NDPHC Maryam Mohammed

Following her reinstatement as the General Manager, Audit and Compliance, Niger Delta Power Holding Company Ltd (NDPHC) in November, Maryam Danna Mohammed, has pledged not to compromise as an auditor in the discharge of her duty. She said this at the Walima of her reinstatement as the GM Audit and …

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FG reduces fuel price to N162.44 per litre

The Federal Government on Tuesday December 8, announced a reduction in the pump price of petrol from N168 to N162.44 per litre.   Minister of Labour and Employment, Dr Chris Ngige who made the announcement at the end of a meeting with labour leaders, said the new pump price will be effective from …

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Teenager arrested for staging kidnap with her boyfriend

The Lagos state police command has arrested an 18-year-old girl identified as Ujunwa Offiah, for conspiring with her boyfriend Ifesinachi Blessed, 26, a resident of Coker area of Lagos State, to fake her kidnap and demand N30 million from her family.   The police also arrested Ifesinachi’s other girlfriend identified as …

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US adds Nigeria to blacklist on religious freedom

The United States government on Monday December 7, added Nigeria to a religious freedom blacklist.   Addition of Nigeria to the list for the first time, paves way for potential sanctions if there is no improvement on the record.   Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said the United States designated Nigeria which …

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“This is what is going on every day” Dr. Bashir Kurfi narrates how bandits in Katsina allegedly raped a new mum and her mother who visited to help care for the newborn (video)

Dr. Bashir Kurfi who is the National Chairman of Network for Justice has shared the heartbreaking story of how a mother and her daughter who just welcomed a baby were allegedly raped by bandits in Kurfi, Katsina state.   Katsina has over the years witnessed several bandit attacks.   Speaking …

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“No be me do am” – England striker, Jamie Vardy hilariously replies Ndidi and Iheanacho in pidgin English on social media after breaking corner flag

Nigerian and Leicester City stars, Wilfried Ndidi and Kelechi Iheanacho have influenced their teammate and close friend, Jamie Vardy, into speaking pidgin English.   The England striker, 33, shattered the corner flag during his wild celebration after scoring the winner to help his team beat Sheffield United 2 – 1 …

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“Congratulations to them,but is that shower cap or what”? — Nigerians mock popular OAP Adenike Oyetunde over her wedding gown. (PHOTOS)

Media personality, Adenike Oyetunde tied the knot with her heartthrob, Akinyele on Saturday, December 5th. The gratitude coach and author donned a simple white flare satin wedding gown, satin head piece and an Adidas sneakers to match. However, Nigerians have taken to social media to mock her over her choice of wedding dress. Netizens …

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“Nengi’s Handbag” – Fans Drags Ozo

Months after Big Brother Naija season 5, ex-housemate, Ozo is still receiving backlash on social media over his excessive show of love on the reality TV show. Recall that during his stay in the house, Ozo was known to be an advocate for love as he never misses any opportunity to tell …

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Mr Ibu bags Best Comedian In Nollywood Award

Nigerian comic actor, John Okafor, popularly known as Mr. Ibu has received the award for the best African comedian in the Nollywood industry. Organizers of the Superior Radio and Television (SRTV) Awards, described the veteran actor as the ‘Best Comedian in Nollywood.’ The recognition tagged as Honorary Award – African …

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Insurgents who escaped from Boko Haram territory are behind banditry in North-West and kidnapping in South-West– Governor Fayemi

Governor Kayode Fayemi of Ekiti state has alleged that Boko Haram escapees are behind banditry in the North-West region and kidnap in the South-West region of the country.   Appearing on Channels Television’s Sunday Politics programme, Fayemi who is also the Chairman of the Nigeria Governors Forum stated that it would be a huge …

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Temmie Ovwasa calls out Olamide, drags him

Temmie Ovwasa who was formerly signed to YBNL, has called out her former boss Olamide Adedeji days after hinting that their relationship had gone sour. In tweets she shared, Temmie Ovwasa accused Olamide of giving her and other artistes hope and snatching it from them. She alleged that he “gives …

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Space agency is employing graduates of religious Instead of Scientists – Senator Boroffice cries out

Ajayi Boroffice, Deputy Senate Majority Leader and Chairman Senate Committee on Science and Technology, has cried out after he recently discovered that the space agency in Nigeria that should be employing scientists are employing graduates of religious studies and other unrelated courses. Boroffice said this at the annual national space …

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Instead of Scientists and Engineers, Space agency in Nigeria are employing graduates of religious studies- Senator Boroffice cries out

Deputy Senate Majority Leader and Chairman Senate Committee on Science and Technology, Ajayi Boroffice, has expressed worries after he recently discovered that the space agency in Nigeria that should be employing scientists and engineers are employing graduates of religious studies and other unrelated courses.   Boroffice said this at the annual …

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