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Reps reject Innoson SUV’s as Official Vehicle.
According to reports, the House of Representatives, on Wednesday, rejected Nigerian manufactured, Innoson cars as part of their legislative welfare package. According to reports, the lawmakers declined a suggestion from a House member to purchase SUVs for members from Innoson Motors based in Nnewi, Anambra State. As he was shouted down on during the plenary session. The lawmakers insisted on brand new imported SUVs against the locally assembled and made- in – Nigeria brands.
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My Mother cried when I told Her about my move to Manchester United – Ighalo
Ngerian International, Odion Ighalo has revealed that his mum cried after learning about his dream move to Manchester United. He said this in an interview with Manchester United official website on Monday. “I was excited. I called my mum and she was happy, crying and all that,” Ighalo told Man United media team. This is your dream and all that and I’m happy for you. It was dramatic, I didn’t sleep through, I was very happy that finally, we got the deal done.” “Yeah, it was very dramatic. My agent called me the day before and said Man United. A…
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Buhari to attend AU Summit in Ethiopia.
President Muhammadu Buhari will on Friday depart Nigeria for Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, to attend the 33rd Ordinary Session of Heads of State and Government of the African Union (AU). Buhari will join leaders from the 55-member countries of the African Union to participate in the Summit with the theme, “Silencing the Guns: Creating Conducive Conditions for Africa’s Development.” He will also attend the 29th Forum of Heads of State and Government of Participating States of the African Peer Review Mechanism (APRM) and the 27th Session of New Partnership for Africa’s Development (NEPAD) Heads of State and Government Orientation Committee (AUDA-NEPAD).
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Allawee increement: Corps Members pay Buhari a Visit
In appreciation to the increment in Corps members allowance, Corps members paid President Buhari a thank-you visit. A statement made available on Thursday in Abuja by Femi Adesina, quoted Buhari as making this statement, while playing host to some corps members who paid him a thank-you visit, also praised General Yakubu Gowon for the initiative.“People come from far and wide; some from Victoria Island in Lagos have not even been to Ikeja. They now find themselves in Daura and other parts of the country. Whenever I go to my town, I get in touch with members; some of them from…
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FG slashes Visa Fees for U.S. Citizens
The Federal Government has slashed its visa application charges for citizens of the United States from $180 to $160. According to the Comptroller-General of Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), Mr Muhammad Babandede, the reduction followed a review of the U.S.’ visa reciprocity policy for Nigeria. In August, 2019, the U.S. government imposed additional visa fees on Nigerians in retaliation for the “treatment afforded to U.S. citizens” by the Nigerian government. “The total cost for a U.S. citizen to obtain a visa to Nigeria is currently higher than the total cost for a Nigerian to obtain a comparable visa to the United…
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Catholic Priests should be allowed to Marry -Yul Edochie
Nollywood actor, Yul Edochie has taken to his Twitter handle to express that Catholic priests should be allowed to get married. He shared that he thinks so because he is now older and wiser.
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Hoodlums invade Corps Members Lodge in Ondo, molest Young Ladies
Some hoodlums have attacked members of the National Youth Service Corps posted to Okitipupa Local Government Area of Ondo State. The attack occurred at Nigeria Christian Corpers Fellowship Family House in Okitipupa. One of the corps member, who identify herself as Cecilia, said the hoodlums entered through the backdoor and molested female corps members Ondo State Coordinator of the NYSC, Mrs. Grace Akpabio, also confirmed the attack on Wednesday during her visit to the Monarch of Okitipupa. “This attack on corps members posted to Okitipupa here in Ondo State is callous and also an act of wickedness. I was informed…
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We need $17Bn China Loan to Boost Economy – Minister of Finance
The Nigerian Government has said that it needs a $17bn loan from China to enhance the economy and boost infrastructural development. It said other lending institutions like the World Bank and the African Development Bank were not showing much interest when Nigeria approached them during recession. “The funds ($22.8bn) will be channelled to the funding of infrastructure, which will enhance the productivity of our economy. She said “Other projects are in healthcare and education. It also includes projects for the rehabilitation of the North- East geopolitical zone, which has been ravaged by insurgency. “Above all, the loan will help us…
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Police Helicopter attacked in Kaduna, 250 Fighters lost
Gunmen opened fire on a police helicopter which raided a camp of the Ansaru militant group in Kaduna state on Wednesday. Frank Mba, police spokesman, disclosed this in a statement, saying the group lost 250 fighters. The attack started in the early hours of the day in an operational camp of the group located in Kuduru forest, Birnin Gwari. “The militants used sophisticated anti-aircraft rifles and GPMG during the attack. Commendably, the pilot and the co-pilot who demonstrated uncommon courage and expertise, successfully landed the aircraft at the Air Force Base, Kaduna without further incident,” Mba said.
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Ex-Lawmaker dies on 46th Birthday.
Immediate past majority leader of Ogun state house of assembly, Yinka Mafe is dead. Mafe was said to have complained of chest pain after which he slumped and died on Tuesday evening, few hours after hosting a party to celebrate his 46th birthday at Emuren, his home town. He reportedly visited inmates and warders at the Nigerian Correctional Centre, Sagamu, before the birthday celebration which took place at Tenth Planet & Suites, Sagamu.
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‘118-Year-Old’ Woman appointed Special Adviser in Bayelsa
Brian Wotari, vice-chairman of Kolokuma/Opokuma local government area of Bayelsa state, has appointed Omonigbalebo Dani Orogono, who is believed to be 118 years old, as his “special adviser on elder matters”. Her appointment was contained in a letter dated February 4, 2020, and signed by Bedford Ineye, one of the aides of the vice-chairman. “It is my pleasure to inform you that you have been appointed as Special Adviser on Elder Matters to the Vice Chairman, Kolokuma/Opokuma LGA,” the letter read. “Your appointment is with immediate effect. Congratulations and accept the warmest regards from the Vice Chairman.” “She wasn’t appointed…
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Uzodinma gives runaway Contractors 72 hours ultimatum.
According to a statement by the chief press secretary of the Governor of Imo state Oguwike Nwachukwu, Hope Uzodinma has ordered contractors handling projects in the state to return to work in 72 hours or face the wrath of the law. “Contractors handling road projects in Imo State have been ordered back to site within 72 hours or have their contracts terminated. Governor Uzodinma frowned at a situation where contractors who had collected mobilization fees from Government abandoned projects. “This action is unjustifiable and totally unacceptable to the State Government. Dry seasons usually mark the peak of road construction works.…
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