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Nnamdi Kanu to attend Parents Burial
The leader of Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu has announced his plan to attend the burial of his parents slated for February 14, 2020. This was made known to newsmen by IPOB spokesperson, Emma Powerful who revealed that the burial would follow the normal burial preparation, according to the custom of the land.
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I have no problem with being Probed – Rochas Okorocha
Rochas Okorocha, ex-governor of Imo state, says he has no problem with being probed by the new administration of Hope Uzodinma. Uzodinma had ordered that the financial status of the state from May 2010 be sent to him by the accountant-general of the state within four days. Reacting to the order to probe him and two other former governors, Ikedi Ohakim (2007-2011) and Emeka Ihedioha (May 2019-Jan 2020), Okorocha, in a tweet on Thursday, said he has no problem with being probed. He tweeted: “Let me reiterate that I have nothing against being probed. What I did not agree with…
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I Wouldn’t Mind being a Cabal – Shettima
Former governor of Borno state, Sen. Kashim Shettima says he is prepared to be part of the cabals in Abuja. Shettima, who expresses the interest of joining the cabals in the current administration, insisted that there is cabals in every administration, despite its negative connotation and the fact that some people may harbour the illusion that there is nothing like cabal. He said this on Thursday at the 17th Edition of the Daily Trust Dialogue held in Abuja entitled: 20 Years of Democracy in Nigeria: Strengths, Weakness and opportunities. His words: “When Jimmy Carter was the president of America he…
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Kingsley Obiora appointed as Central Bank Deputy Governor
Dr Kingsley Obiora has been appinted as the deputy Governor of Nigeria’s apex bank, Central bank. This is according to a statement by Femi Adesina. It reads, “President Muhammadu Buhari has sent the name of Dr Kingsley Obiora to the Senate for confirmation as deputy governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria. “In a letter to President of the Senate, Ahmad Ibrahim Lawan, President Buhari said the nomination was in accordance with the provision of Section 8(1) (2) of the Central Bank of Nigeria (Establishment) Act 2007. “Dr Obiora, upon confirmation by the Senate, replaces Dr Joseph Nnanna, who retires…
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VAT increment begins February 1 – Finance Minister.
Zainab Ahmed, the minister of finance, budget and national planning, says the implementation of the new value-added tax rate will begin on February 1, 2o2o. The minister announced this at the ongoing inauguration of the Federal Inland Revenue Service board. This comes days after the bill was signed by President Muhammadu Buhari which includes a 7% increase on value added tax.
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IPOB will support Amotekun – Nnamdi Kanu
The leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) leader, Nnamdi Kanu has put his full support to the south west security outfit, Amotekun saying regardless of the federal governments stance, Amotekun has come to stay. However, speaking on Thursday in a Live Broadcast, monitored by the Nation, Kanu appalled the initiators of the outfit, describing the arrangement as laudable. The statement reads: “The final and definitive stance of the Biafran people is that IPOB will support Operation Amotekun with all our might. “Regardless of the history of politics of that may have existed between the East and the West…
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US Senate to commence Donald Trump’s Impeachment Trial
The House on Wednesday had delivered articles of impeachment against President Donald Trump. A signing ceremony was held on Wednesday by Speaker Nancy Pelosi, along party lines, to send the articles to the other side of the Capitol and appoint the Democrats’ handpicked team of impeachment managers. Senate Majority leader Mitch McConnell after receiving the articles of impeachment revealed that the impeachment trial will commence on Tuesday.
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Barcelona named Richest Club in the World
According to deloitte, one of the largest accounting agencies in the world, Barcelona is the richest club in the world in 2020 for the first time. It broke the €800 million mark after reportedly recording astronomical revenues of €840.8 million. Manchester United despite poor displays on the field, remains the most valuable club in England.
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Nigerian Defender, Camron Gbadegbo Moves to Manchester City
It gas been reported that Premier League Champions, Manchester City have signed Nigerian defender Camron Gbadebo from Premier League rivals Leicester City following a successful trial. The 17-year-old is bidding farewell to the Foxes after nine appearances for their U18 team in the U18 Premier League. The defender will join Flying Eagles invitee Fisayo Dele-Bashiru, Felix Nmecha, Nathanael Ogbeta, Gavin Bazunu, Samuel Edozie and Timi Sobowale.
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A Man who is a considerate Cheat is manageable – Princess
Nigerian Comedienne, Damilola Adekoya better known as Princess has expressed that a man who is a considerate cheat is manageable. She disclosed this while sharing her takes about unfaithful men in marriage when she featured on Your View, a TVC talk show. Her opinion was on the back of the viral incident where a woman harassed her husband’s Side chick at a mall in Ikeja, Lagos. According to Princess, cheating is in different stages, and a man who is a considerate cheat can be managed by his wife. “There are people who will drink soda if they find out who…
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Ihedioha’s Wife shows support after Supreme Court Loss
Following her husband’s loss at the Supreme court, Ebere Ihedioha wife of Emeka Ihedioha, former governor of Imo state, has thrown her full support behind him. She shared a picture of herself and Ihedioha locked in a tight embrace, reaffirmed her love and support for her husband. She wrote: “My Love, my Partner and my Friend. Nkem! #IGotYourBack,” Ebere wrote on Twitter.
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Ubi Franklin becomes Special Adviser of Tourism in Crossriver
Popular music executive, Ubi Franklin has been appointed special adviser on tourism by the governor of Cross River State, Ben Ayade. This was made known by popular blogger, Stella Dimokorkus in an Instagram post she sent out on Wednesday, 15th December. She wrote: @ubifranklintriplemg has just been appointed as special adviser tourism by governor Ben Ayade of Cross River State. Congrats Ubi. Your political career has just taken off.
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