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BREAKING: Lagos Govt Releases White Paper On #EndSARS Panel Report
The Lagos State government has released the White Paper on the EndSARS panel report submitted to the state governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, two weeks ago.The Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Gbenga Omotoso, in a statement made the announcement. He said the development was “in fulfilment of the promise made by Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu during his State broadcast earlier today (Tuesday).“Commissioner for Information and Strategy Mr. Gbenga Omotoso will make the documents available to the public.
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EndSARS: Sanwo-Olu invites Falz, Mr Macaroni, Seun Kuti for peace walk
The governor of Lagos, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has called on some notable youths to attend a peace walk to herald the healing of the state following the Lekki tollgate shooting incident. The government gave the invite during a press conference held at the state house, Alausa, Ikeja today November 30. Sanwo-Olu specifically invited Folarin Falana, also known as Falz, Skit maker; Mr Marcaroni; Dele Farotimi, an activist and lawyer; Temitope Majekodunmi, Segun Awosanya, Singer, Seun Kuti, among others, to join him in the “historic march for our dear Lagos”. The Governor noted the need for the walk. In his words; “Nobody…
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Court reverses Sanusi’s banishment from Kano
A Federal High Court, Abuja, on Tuesday, reversed the banishment of deposed Emir Sanusi Lamido Sanusi II from Kano State. The court described it as unlawful and unconstitutional.Justice Anwuli Chikere, in a judgment, ruled that the Emirate Council Law, 2019, used by the state government in banishing Sanusi was in conflict with the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, as amended.The judge ruled that Nigeria’s constitution is supreme and any law that is inconsistent with it shall be null and void.The judge declared that the former emir had the right to live anywhere, including Kano State, as enshrined…
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How God Stopped Me From Using Jewellery – Folorunsho Alakija
Billionaire Businesswoman, Folorunsho Alakija has narrated how God made her stop using Jewelry Talking on Sunday, November 28, during a community gathering in Lagos, the Founder of Rose of Sharon Group, said it required ten days for God to prevent her from using jewelry. Alakija who noted that she used to love wearing jewellery and had all kinds to match, said when God started dealing with her she had no option but to do away with them. She said, “I used to love jewellery. I had all kinds and the jewellery had to match every cloth I wore. In those…
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We will suspend agitation if referendum on Biafra is held – IPOB to FG
The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has disclosed that it will suspend its agitation if the federal government decides to hold a referendum on the secession of the south-east region. There have been several calls for restructuring in a bid to douse the tension. Reacting to this, IPOB in a statement on Monday, said it has no concern with restructuring, but total “restoration of the Biafra state”. The secessionist group said those benefiting from the country’s “lopsidedness” are “unlikely” to heed the clamour for restructuring. “Nigerian government must bear one thing in mind; IPOB is not fighting restructuring. We are…
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Nigeria will overcome current economic and security challenges – British commissioner, Laing
British High Commissioner to Nigeria, Catriona Laing has expressed confidence that Nigeria will overcome her current security and economic challenges. Laing admonished Nigerians while speaking at a state dinner in Benin organised in her honour on Monday, November 29th. She described herself as a Nigeria optimist. According to her, “I am very confident that Nigeria will get through this difficult period, the economy is going through a challenging period of insecurity. “I am a Nigeria optimist and I think Edo will lead the way in taking Nigeria through to where it should be. You have a governor that makes stuff…
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No reported case of Omicron variant in Nigeria yet – FG
The Federal Government has said that no case of the highly infectious Omicron variant of the COVID-19 has been recorded in Nigeria. This follows claims by the Canadian authorities that two passengers from Nigeria had tested positive after arriving the country. Speaking at the Presidential Steering Committee briefing in Abuja, Director-General of the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control, Ifedayo Adetifa, said there was no need to give in to speculations. “I do not encourage citizens to waste energy on speculating. I think what we need to do is to focus on what we actually know. And what we know, for…
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2023: He is a man of vision and Topnotch leadership – Smart Adeyemi drums support for Yahaya Bello
Smart Adeyemi, the senator representing Kogi West in the National Assembly has declared support for the ambition of Governor Yahaya Bello to rule Nigeria in 2023. He described him as a man of vision and topnotch leadership.The APC Senator made this known during the launch of Global Alliance of Progressive Professionals (GAP3), a youth non-Governmental organisation established to campaign for the 2023 presidential ambition of Governor Bello.He commended the youths group and appreciated their gesture and determination to support Bello to run for the office of the president of Nigeria.He said “We are fully encouraged that the younger generation believe…
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EFCC arrests 60 at yahoo boys awards night
About 60 suspected Internet fraudsters have been arrested by operatives of the Lagos Command of the EFCC. The arrest took place during an awards ceremony at the Conference Hotel in Abeokuta, Ogun State. Investigations by the EFCC revealed that the event tagged “Peer Youths Awards”, was organized to reward high-level internet fraudsters. Items recovered from the suspects at the point of arrest include exotic cars, electronic devices, laptop computers, and mobile phones. The suspects will soon be charged to court
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We must uphold Family Values to Rebuild Society -Buhari
President Muhammadu Buhari has stated that Nigerian parents and guardians must uphold family values in order to rebuild society. The President stated this at the wedding of Mr. Jachimike Ikpeazu, son of Abia State Governor Okezie Ikpeazu, in Umuahia, Abia State, on Sunday. He was represented by the Minister of State for Mines and Steel Development, Dr. Uche Ogah, at the occasion. President Buhari attributed the problems facing the nation to the diminishing emphasis on the importance of family values. Buhari lamented that parents and guardians who should inculcate good character in their wards have abdicated their responsibility. “Marriage is…
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Reveal how I made money from Leah Sharibu’s ordeal or remain silent – Omokri blasts Garba Shehu
Former presidential aide, Reno Omokri has challenged the Senior Special Assistant to President Muhammadu Buhari on Media and Publicity, Garba Shehu to reveal evidence of him (Reno) making money from the ordeal of the abducted Dapchi school girl, Leah Sharibu.Garba Shehu had in his reply to Omokri’s earlier challenge asking him to spend a weekend in Borno State and get $50k, accused him of making money from the ordeal of Leah Sharibu who is currently in the captivity of the Boko Haram insurgents.Reno’s challenge followed Mr Garba’s claim that the President deserves appreciation for tackling insecurity across the country.Reacting, Reno…
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“Please don’t disgrace me”- Lady begs after she was caught stealing from a fabric store in Lagos Island
A Nigerian lady has been caught while attempting to steal fabric from a store in Lagos Island. A video shared online showed the lady who was well-dressed, begging for mercy and appealing to the shop attendant not to disgrace her after pretending to be a prospective customer. The shop attendant monitored woth high vigilance until she allegedly caught her putting one of the fabrics in her bag.When interrogated, she confessed to stealing the fabric and appealed to the shop attendant not to disgrace her.
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