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In less than 50 years, many African Languages will die out for lack of Speakers – Reno Omokri
Former Presidential aide, Reno Omokri is of the opinion that in less than 50 years, many African languages will die out for lack of speakers. He shared this on IG stating that it will be so because history and languages are not taught in schools adding that if the former had been taught to young Nigerians Buhari wouldn’t have won the 2015 elections. ”As the late Chinua Achebe said, “Until the lions have their own historians, the history of the hunt will always glorify the hunter.” The above quote from Achebe is why our children are still taught stupid lies,…
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Former NYSC DG, Edet Akpan is dead
Former NYSC DG, Brig. Gen. Edet Akpan is dead. He died in Uyo, Akwaibom state. The sad news was confirmed by the Director, Press and Public Relations of NYSC, Adenike Adeyemi. Brig. Gen. Edet Akpan was the fourth NYSC DG. His administration from 1984 to 1988 led to the introduction and institution of the NYSC flag and anthem which are still in use. His tenure also established NYSC farms across Nigeria and “enhanced the Community Development Service (CDS) of corps members”. May his soul rest in peace.
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Yobe State Chief Judge, Nabaruma is Dead
The Chief Judge of Yobe State, Justice Musa Nabaruma is dead. He died on Monday after a protracted illness at the National Hospital in Abuja. The sad news was confirmed by a family member, Hussaini Nabaruma on Tuesday. Justice Nabaruma served as the Chief Judge of Yobe State for nine years. He was appointed as the Chief Judge of Yobe state in 2011 by the immediate past governor of the state, Ibrahim Gaidam.
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Oyo Islamic Cleric, Taofeeq Akeubagold shares photos of his worker who orchestrated the kidnap of his twins
Popular Oyo Islamic cleric, Taofeeq Akeubagold has called out one of his workers who allegedly masterminded the kidnap of his twins. Akeubagold shared photos of the suspect, identified his as Opeyemi ibraheem Agbenuso Odo. According to the Islamic cleric, Opeyemi manages the social media aspect of his Ramadan lecture and was picked to attend the 2020 Hajj. Akeubagold also revealed that he promised to finance the suspect’s wedding in December, till he found out that he had a hand in the abduction of his twins who have been rescued by the police. He wrote; Alhamdulillah ! Allah has bear me witness that i worship Him…
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There is nothing wrong with taking more loans – Presidency
The presidency has defended its plan to take more loans to finance some ongoing projects in the country. Presidential spokesman Femi Adesina who featured in Southwest Political Circuit, a popular political interview programme on Ibadan-based radio station Fresh F.M, insisted that there is nothing wrong in taking loans as the country still has more capacity to accommodate such. The presidential spokesperson averred that the loans are being chanelled into projects they are meant for, while also pointing out that the huge debt the country is owing was largely borrowed by previous administrations. Adesina further stated that the current figures were within the capacity of…
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FG extends easing of lockdown in Lagos, Ogun, Abuja by another Two Weeks
The Federal Government has extended the eased lockdown directive issued by President Muhammadu Buhari till June 1. This was according to a statement by the chairman of the presidential task force on Covid-19, Boss Mustapha. According to him, the president took the decision based on the recommendations of the PTF, and the guidelines issued for relaxing the lockdown in Lagos, Ogun and the federal capital territory (FCT) will be maintained for the next two weeks, after which there will be another review. “Intensifying efforts to “tell (communicate), trace (identify) and treat (manage)’ cases; “Elevating the level of community ownership of…
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Oba of Benin welcomes Baby Boy.
The Oba of Benin, Oba Ewuare II has announced the birth of a baby boy into the Benin royal family. This comes three and a half years after his installation as the monarch of Benin. The Good news was disclosed to the public during a press briefing at the palace of the Benin monarch by the Iyase of Benin Kingdom, Chief Sam Igbe. “By the grace of the almighty God and the benevolence of our ancestors, the Benin Traditional Council on behalf of His Royal Majesty, Omo N’Oba N’Edo Uku Akpolokpolo, Oba Ewuare II, Oba of Benin and the Royal…
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Fetish Objects found in a church in Agulu, Anambra State.
In a video recorded in Agulu, Anambra State, residents are seen uncovering fetish items in a sabbath Church said to be owned by a woman who according to the voices in the video is on the run. In the video, idols tied with wrappers are seen lying all over the floor as well as People’s photos, baptismal cards, ID cards and international passports which according to the person recording, are photos of people that have been killed. A mirror which is said to be used to invoke people was also found. The man filming also spoke about a fridge that…
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All Political Officials in Kano State to receive half Salaries from May – Ganduje
Governor of Kano State, Abdullahi Ganduje has announced a new pay scale for all political officials in Kano State which is now at half its initial amount. In a statement released by Governor Ganduje’s Chief Press Secretary Abba Anwar on Sunday May 17, the new pay scale is to take effect from May, 2020 and is also to affect Kano State Governor, his deputy Dr Nasiru Gawuna, all commissioners, Special Advisers, Senior Special Assistants and Special Assistants among others. This development is due to the shortfall in the federation account and collapse in the Internally Generated Revenue (IGR) because of…
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COVID-19: President Buhari to Address Nigerians on Monday
President Muhammadu Buhari will address Nigerians on Monday, as the first phase of the gradual easing of the COVID-19 lockdown comes to an end. This is according to a statement by the national coordinator of the Presidential Task Force (PTF) on COVID-19, Aliyu Sani on Channels television Sunday Politics. When asked if there would be a second phase of lockdown ease seeing that Nigerians have been flouting of major guidelines, Aliyu noted that the task force has been reviewing and monitoring quite closely, stressing that there are some concerns in terms of the implementation adding that recommendations have been made…
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Police arrest suspected killers of UNIJOS lecturer after Gun duel, rescue his 6-year-old daughter
The Plateau State Police Command have arrested the gunmen who reportedly killed a University of Jos lecturer, Dr Nendi Drengkat. The gunmen attacked the University of Jos Staff Quarters on Friday night, shot dead Dr. Drengkat and kidnapped his 6-year-old daughter, Joanna Drenkat. They later called the family asking for N10 million ransom. The state commissioner of police, Edward Chuka Egbuka who disclosed this on Sunday while parading the suspect at the state police command, also said the daughter of the killed lecturer and one other person were rescued during a gun duel with the kidnappers on the hills of Babale of…
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Man bags 7 years jail term for raping 15-year-old student and biting her clitoris
27-year-old Ghanaian man, Derrick Amponsah, has been sentenced to seven years in prison for raping a 15-year-old student and biting her clitoris, leaving her to bleed profusely after the act. Ghanaian media reports that the incident took place at Manso Yawkrom in the Amansie West District of Ashanti Region. Derrick was arraigned before the Bekwai Circuit Court. Police Prosecutor, Detective Chief Inspector Stephen Ofori, told the court that the suspect used his fingers, penis, and mouth to abuse the girl at about 11 a.m. on April 15, 2020. The suspect pleaded guilty to two counts of assault and defilement. Both acts contravene…
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