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“Suspects named Rochas Okorocha, Uche Nwosu as bandits, kidnappers’ sponsors” – Imo govt
Imo State Government says some suspects have named former Governor Rochas Okorocha and Uche Nwosu as sponsors of bandits and kidnappers.Nwosu, Okorocha’s son-in-law, was a Deputy Chief of Staff and Action Alliance (AA) Imo governorship candidate in 2019.A statement on Tuesday by Oguwike Nwachuku, Governor Hope Uzodinma’s Chief Press Secretary, said the duo were funding violence in the State.The spokesman pointedly accused them of fuelling “kidnapping, banditry, arson and cannibalism”.Nwachuku said they had been promoting news of the alleged arrest of the security officers attached to Uzodimma.He noted that the aim was to stop the governor’s vow to expose the…
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“Governance is not for Idle Bloggers” — Kaduna APC blasts Shehu Sani over Governorship Ambition
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kaduna state has taken a swipe at Shehu Sani, a former senator representing Kaduna central, over his intention to contest for Governor of the state.Sani stated that if elected, he “will clean all the dirt they brought in the state in the name of development”In a statement on Monday, Salisu Tanko Wusono, spokesperson of Kaduna APC, stated that governance is “a serious activity, meant for those with a track record of serious endeavours and not for “idle bloggers”.Wusono said Kaduna state deserves better than people who “remained clueless when fate handed them power”.“Governance is…
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My ambition is to restore hope for a better Nigeria – Okunnu-Lamidi, first 2023 female Presidential aspirant
Renowned entrepreneur and youth development advocate, Khadija Okunnu Lamidi has become the first female to declare her interest in running for the office of President in the 2023 general elections.Okunnu-Lamidi officially made her intentions known at the helm of Nigeria’s affairs on Monday, January 3, 2022.Speaking at a media conference held at the Freedom Park in Lagos, Okunnu-Lamidi stated that her motivation in vying for the Presidency stems from her desire to make Nigeria work for its diverse populace, while also harnessing the undoubted power of its teeming youths to unleash the country’s latent potential as a force to be…
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Terrorism: I feel we are not serious – Senator Ali Ndume asks why F.G is yet to name and shame financiers
The Chairman, Senate Committee on Army, Senator Ali Ndume, has said the inability of the Federal Government to name and arrest those that finance terrorism in the country smacks of unseriousness in its desire to fight insurgency. Speaking during an interview on Channels Television, Ndume said he was prosecuted by the Federal Government for allegedly sponsoring Boko Haram. He said his offense was because the Department of State Services (DSS) tracked a phone and uncovered a call made by the spokesman of the insurgents. Ndume was arraigned in 2011 for alleged sponsorship of the Boko Haram but was cleared by the courts in…
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IPOB bans Nigerian anthem in southeast schools and slaughtering of cows for ceremonies
The Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, has announced a ban on the singing of Nigeria’s national anthem in schools across the Southeast. IPOB’s Head of Directorate of State, Chika Edoziem, made the announcement as part of its action plan for the year 2022. He also announced the ban on the use of “Fulani cows” during festive seasons in the Southeast. Edoziem also said IPOB would campaign for the unconditional release of its leader, Nnamdi Kanu. Edoziem said IPOB members should prepare for a worldwide protest with a focus on the British Embassy, Nigerian Embassy, Kenyan Embassy, and the United Nations.…
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Banditry: There will be collateral damage, but we just need to carpet-bomb all the forests & replant the trees afterwards- El-Rufai
Governor Nasir El-Rufai has shared what he thinks should be done in the fight against banditry in the country. The Kaduna state Governor said security operatives should carpet-bomb forests where bandits are, as the trees can be replanted later. El-Rufai who spoke in an interview on Arise TV on Monday January 3, blamed the prolonged inability of security operatives to curb banditry in the northwest region to a “lack of enough boots on the ground”. He stated that investment in security personnel, technology and military equipment will see bandits wiped out “once and for all”. The Governor said; “These bandits operate in…
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Kidnap kingpin, Bello Turji releases 52 abducted victims, as he claims he wants peace
Zamfara kidnap kingpin, Bello Turji has released 52 people said to be in captivity for too long. Turji, the arrowhead of killings and kidnappings around Shinkafi – Sabon Birni and Isah local government areas of Zamfara and Sokoto states, wrote Shinkafi Emirate Council last month, stressing his willingness to lay down his arms and embrace peace. A resident who craved anonymity told Daily Trust that the released victims have been moved from the forest to an agreed spot where they will be ferried to Shinkafi town. The source said; “The freed captives are currently being moved from the forest to an agreed spot where…
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24-Year-Old Man Dies After ‘Unknown Gunmen’ Dragged Him Out Of His Car In And Shot Him In Anambra State
A 24-Year-Old Man Identified As Chisom Johnchris Ezeh, Has Died After He Was Allegedly Shot By Gunmen In Aguata Local Government Area Of Anambra State. The Deceased Had Travelled Home For The Christmas Holidays But Was Shot On The 26th Of December And Died The Following Day. He Will Be Laid To Rest In His Hometown, Umudieleke Umuoru In Uga On January 6, 2022.A Friend Who Shared The Sad Story On Facebook Wrote; “They Brought Him Down From His Car In The Hold Up And Shot Him. It’s Probably A Gang War, Or A Revenge Assassination.Another Friend, Umelechi Wrote; “God…
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Gunmen kidnap bride at pastor’s house few hours to her wedding in Plateau state
Gunmen suspected to be kidnappers have abducted a bride identified as Farmat Paul, few hours to her wedding in Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State. According to Nigerian Tribune, Farmat was abducted on Sunday, January 2, at the residence of her pastor where she had gone to pass the night before her wedding, being the practice of the church. Farmat and her Husband-to-be, Zaphaniah Kosom Bokkos were expected to have their wedding ceremony on Monday, January 3, 2022, at Christ Apostolic Church in Ngyong district at the local government. A source close to the church told the publication that…
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Nigeria’s inflation rate may be among world’s highest in 2022 – World Bank
The World Bank has said Nigeria may have one of the highest inflation rates in the world in 2022. Following increasing prices diminishing the welfare of Nigerian households, the international finance institution projected that the West African country might have one of the highest inflation rates globally and the seventh highest among Sub-Saharan African countries in 2022. Highlighting the negative effects of inflation in Nigeria, which include pushing eight million Nigerians into poverty, and the possible disruption of consumption, investment and saving decisions, among other consequences, the World bank also noted that the high inflation hampers the country’s attempt to…
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We won’t release you to Nigeria for AFCON – Saudi Arabia club, Al Shabab tells Ighalo
Saudi Arabia club, Al Shabab has reportedly said Nigerian forward, Odion Ighalo won’t be permitted to join the senior national team of Nigeria for the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations. In a report by Naija Sports, the club already informed Ighalo of their decision to hold on to him during the AFCON period using the late arrival of his invitation letter from the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) as their excuse. The club claimed they didn’t receive his invitation letter within the days stipulated by FIFA for clubs to be notified about their players going away for a tournament with their…
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‘I will clean up the dirt in Kaduna’ — Shehu Sani Joins Governorship Race
Former Kaduna State Senator, Shehu Sani has declared his intention to contest in the 2023 governorship election in the state. The former lawmaker stated that he would contest the governorship election on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). According to him, when voted into power, he will “clean all the dirt they brought in the state in the name of development”. “We sat with my loyalists and supporters and they wanted me to contest the governor of Kaduna state which I will do to remove APC, God willing,” Sani said. “To remove anointed candidate of the state governor…
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