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Indian police arrest Two Nigerian women with drugs worth N63 million
In Rajasthan, India, two Nigerian women, Adaeze Jaye, aged 43, and Success Chamika, aged 23, were apprehended in possession of drugs valued at over N63 million. On Friday, October 27, 2023, Pushkar police arrested both women, confiscating a total of 65 grams of Mephedrone (MD) and Rs 65,000 in cash. According to a statement released by the police on Saturday, they also seized a digital weighing machine along with the cash amount of Rs 65,000 from the accused. The estimated worth of the seized drugs is approximately Rs 6 lakh, as reported by the police.
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I committed no offense, can’t be impeached – Gov Fubara
Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State has dismissed any speculation about a potential impeachment against him. Fubara maintained that he hasn’t engaged in any wrongdoing that would justify impeachment proceedings by the Rivers State House of Assembly. Addressing his supporters at the Assembly Complex in Port Harcourt, the governor pledged to ensure the people of the state receive the benefits promised by democracy. “Let them come out and tell Rivers people the offence I have committed to warrant any impeachment. “Let me assure the people of Rivers that I will continue to ensure that you get the dividends of democracy.…
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Treat Gunshot victims without any hesitation – Acting IGP, Egbetokun tells hospitals
The Acting Inspector General of Police, IGP Olukayode Egbetokun, has issued a directive for medical personnel nationwide to provide treatment to gunshot victims without requiring a police report. Egbetokun emphasized the necessity of this directive based on the Compulsory Treatment and Care for Victims of Gunshot Act of 2017. In an internal memo dated October 25, 2023, addressed to Deputy Inspectors-General of Police, Assistant Inspectors-General of Police, Commissioners of Police, and Commandants of Police Colleges in Ikeja, Kaduna, Oji-River, Maiduguri, and Enugu, the IGP requested wide circulation of the directive to ensure public awareness and compliance with the national law.…
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There should be a penalty for INEC reneging on its promises – Adegboruwa
Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Ebun-Olu Adegboruwa has emphasized the need for accountability if the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) fails to uphold its commitment of ensuring trustworthy elections for the Nigerian populace. During an appearance on a Channels Television show, the legal expert highlighted the commission’s alleged failure to meet the expectations of Nigerians. He pointed out that INEC actively engaged in the electoral process, handling the election petition from the Court of Appeal to the Supreme Court, and opposed the appellants’ perspectives. Adegboruwa also stressed that recognizing the potential consequences of their failure in delivering on their mandate could…
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I do not owe any explanation about my visit to the president – Duoye Diri
Governor Douye Diri of Bayelsa State defended his visit to President Bola Tinubu after the Supreme Court’s ruling, asserting that he doesn’t owe an explanation for the visit. He dismissed opposition claims of ulterior motives and lies surrounding his congratulatory visit to Tinubu, insisting it was not unusual. Diri, speaking during the PDP’s governorship campaign, clarified that his visit was to extend congratulations following the court’s verdict. He emphasized being entitled to offer felicitations and disclosed discussing state matters with the President during his visit to the presidential villa, where he found a receptive response. He said: “Thursday, I was…
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Mohbad’s father aggrieved because late singer bought property in son, Liam’s name – Iyabo Ojo claims
Actress Iyabo Ojo has claimed that Mr. James Aloba, the father of deceased Nigerian rapper Mohbad (Ilerioluwa Olademeji Aloba), is upset because his late son had reportedly purchased a property in the name of his six-month-old son, Liam. According to the actress, Mohbad’s family is facing turmoil regarding the inheritance of the late musician’s assets. She made these statements during an interview with media personality Daddy Freeze on Friday. She said, “I’ve spoken to Mohbad’s wife. I’ve spoken to Mohbad’s mum. And Mohbad’s dad also called me and told me some things. From what Mohbad’s dad said I know that…
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Femi Otedola donates N1m to 750 students of Augustine University after he was made chancellor (Photos)
Businessman and Philanthropist, Femi Otedola has been conferred chancellor of Augustine University. In view of this, he donated N1,000,000 to 750 students of the university. He made this known in a post on Instagram. He wrote; “Today, I was officially inaugurated as the Chancellor of Augustine University. I strongly believe in transforming establishments that I am associated with. Therefore, to commemorate my appointment and in recognition of the harsh economic situation in our country, I gave a gift of One Million to each of the Seven Hundred and Fifty Students. I hope this donation of Seven Hundred and Fifty Million Naira…
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Come 2027 we will give Tinubu our votes. I owe nobody no apologies that I stand firm with him – Wike
The Minister of FCT, Nyesom Wike, has expressed that come 2027, he will give his votes to President Bola Tinubu. He welcomed some members of the All Progressives Congress on October 26, shortly after the Supreme Court confirmed President Bola Tinubu’s victory. Wike emphasized that he has no remorse for backing President Tinubu in the previous general election, as his aim was to uphold fairness and justice adding that he owes no one an apology and assured that he would be inclusive, extending his support to the Rivers APC and all Nigerians, vowing not to discriminate based on religion, ethnicity,…
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Atiku and Obi can actualize their presidential ambitions after the second term tenure of President Tinubu in 2031 – Ganduje
Abdullahi Ganduje, the chairman of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), has asserted that the Supreme Court’s decision to uphold President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s election serves as evidence that the presidential election on February 25 was not manipulated, as alleged by the opposition. In response to the apex court’s ruling, Ganduje, through a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Edwin Olofu, suggested that the presidential candidates of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar, and the Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi, should wait until 2031 when Tinubu would have completed his second term. Ganduje called on Atiku and Obi…
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Supreme Court Verdict: I am prepared to welcome the contributions of all Nigerians to foster and strengthen our collective progress – Tinubu
President Bola Tinubu has extended a hand of reconciliation to Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi, who were presidential candidates for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and Labour Party (LP), respectively. Tinubu called on them to join forces with him in the task of nation-building and propelling Nigeria forward. The Supreme Court dismissed the appeals filed by Atiku and Obi against Tinubu’s election In response, Tinubu expressed that his triumph at the Supreme Court has further invigorated and solidified his dedication to serving all Nigerians, regardless of their political affiliations, ethnic backgrounds, or religious beliefs, with integrity and profound respect. The…
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Supreme Court dismisses Atiku’s appeal, affirms Tinubu’s election
The Supreme Court ultimately rejected the appeal brought forth by Atiku Abubakar, the candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), challenging President Bola Tinubu’s election. The seven-member panel dismissed the appeal on the grounds of lacking merit after it ruled in favor of the respondents on all seven issues presented for consideration. Justice John Okoro, delivering the main judgment, subsequently upheld the decision of the presidential election tribunal, which had previously confirmed Tinubu’s election as President on September 6. “On the whole, there is no merit in this appeal, and it is hereby dismissed. “The judgment of the court below…
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Yahoo Boy allegedly kills Girlfriend, a 300-level student in UNIPORT
A University of Port Harcourt (UNIPORT) final-year student, known as Collins, is accused of killing his girlfriend, Justina Tiffany Otuene, allegedly for the purpose of money rituals. Residents apprehended the suspect along NTA road in Port Harcourt as he attempted to dispose of the lifeless body of the victim. As reported by blogger Promise Uzoma Okoro, Collins had invited the deceased, who was also a 300-level biochemistry student at the same university, to his residence when the incident took place. While the exact details of the incident remain unclear, it is reported that the suspect was apprehended by security personnel…
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