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Bandits attack primary school in Kaduna, Kidnap Pupils
Bandits on Monday stormed a LEA Primary School in Rama village of Birnin-Gwari local government area of Kaduna State, whisking away yet to be ascertained number of teachers and pupils. This is coming a day after the Nigerian military foiled two attacks on schools in Kaduna State. According to reports, the incident occurred in the morning when the pupils were just leaving the assembly ground to their classes. The Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs in the state, Samuel Aruwan, confirmed this in a statement on Monday. According to the commissioner, the state government is currently obtaining details on…
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Buhari providing Igbo opportunity to be at centre of Nigeria’s politics – Lawan
Senate President Ahmad Lawan has expressed that President Muhammadu Buhari is providing an opportunity to the Igbo to be at the centre of the country’s politics. He made this remark while speaking at a thanksgiving service on Sunday to mark one year of the administration of Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodinma, in Owerri on Sunday. Lawan urged Igbos to “grab” the opportunity by joining the ruling All Progressives Congress. Lawan also described the administration of Buhari as “liberal and forthcoming” in supporting that every part of the country is evenly developed. “Today, we are celebrating one year of his governorship…
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Asari Dokubo declares himself leader of new Biafran body, Names Officials
A former militant leader, Asari Dokubo has declared the formation of Biafra Customary Government (BCG). He announced himself as the leader of the new group, citing “injustice and marginalisation” on the Igbo people found in various zones of the country as the reason for his aspiring for a “better life for his people.” According to a statement issued by the Head of Information and Communication of the customary government, Uche Mefor, on Sunday, Asari Dokubo noted that George Onyibe would be the Secretary while Emeka Esiri would be in charge of the Legal Matters. He added that they would proceed…
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APC 2023: The north still trying to hold on to presidential ticket is tantamount to a third term agenda – Ali Ndume
Former Senate leader and lawmaker representing Borno South, Ali Ndume, has expressed that the North should not be encouraged to clinch the presidential ticket come 2023. He said it will be tantamount to a third term agenda if the APC zones the presidency to the North come 2023. Ndume who is a chieftain of the ruling party said this when he spoke to newsmen in Abuja over the weekend. In his words: “I am a founding member of APC. We agreed in principle then that the party will zone presidential ticket to the north. That was why Buhari, Atiku and…
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AGF Abubakar Malami explains why he recommended Bawa as head of EFCC
The Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami has explained why he recommended Abdulrasheed Bawa as chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). There have been rumors that he singlehandedly picked Bawa for the position. Reacting to this, Malami in an interview with Daily Trust, said four names were submitted to the president for consideration and Bawa was subsequently picked. He noted that Bawa “has held various authorities, inclusive of serving in various divisions as the head of operations, including Port Harcourt, Lagos and Ibadan which are adjudged to be the high point”. Malami said;…
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Wizkid, Burna, Okonjo-Iweala have done more for Nigeria – Omokri
Reno Omokri, former media aide to Ex-President Goodluck Jonathan has congratulated Okonjo-Iweala, Burna Boy and Wizkid for their major wins. Okonjo-Iweala was recently appointed DG of the world trade organization while Burna Boy and Wizkid won their first Grammy awards. According to the Former Presidential aide, the trio have done more for Nigeria’s image than many realise by projecting and adding value to every Nigerian. He shared this in a tweet, he wrote; “I congratulate @BurnaBoy and @WizKidAyo for their well deserved @Grammy wins. “The trio of @NOIweala, Burna Boy and Wizkid have done more for Nigeria’s image than many…
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Burna Boy and Wizkid win big at 2021 Grammy Awards
Nigeria Afrobeats stars Burna Boy and Wizkid have both won awards at the 2021 Grammys. Burna Boy won the Best Global Music Album category while Wizkid won the Best Music Video for his song with Beyoncé; Brown Skin Girl, from Lion King: The Gift album. Beyoncé’s daughter Blue Ivy was also a winner on the song. The Best Music Video award is given to the artist, video director and video producer. Burna Boy, real name Damini Ogulu, a nominee for a second consecutive year, won with his Twice As Tall album. The 63rd Grammy Awards is being held in Los…
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President Buhari’s son in-law, Ahmed Indimi shows off his new pet…It is a white cub (photos)
Ahmed Indimi, son in-law of President Buhari has taken delivery of a new pet, a white cub. Ahmed is married to President Buhari ‘s daughter, Zahra. He shared photos of his new pet on his IG page on Saturday afternoon, March 13. “My new pet” See another photo below
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“I did it for deliverance purpose” – Pastor arrested in Edo for applying anointing oil on pregnant woman’s private parts
The Edo State Police Command has arrested one pastor Jeffery Ihievu, for indecent assault after he touched the private parts of a pregnant woman. It was gathered that the pastor with the Assemblies of God Church in Esan South East Local Government Area of the state was arrested after trouble broke out between him and the husband of the pregnant woman. According to crime correspondent, Festus Alenkhe, the woman had gone to the pastor to complain of some bad dreams she had been having since she became pregnant. The pastor then told her that she needed deliverance to stop the bad dreams. He asked…
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Police arrest 5 suspected rapists including 70-year-old man who raped his neighbour’s 11-year-old daughter in Katsina
The Katsina State Police Command has arrested five suspected rapists including a 70-year-old man, Danladi Habibu, who raped an 11-year-old girl. The command’s spokesman, SP Gambo Isah, paraded the suspects alongside others arrested for cultism, human trafficking and theft, at the police headquarters in Katsina on Friday, March 12. Briefing newsmen, SP Isah said that the 70-year-old man, Habibu raped his neighbour’s 11-year-old daughter inside an uncompleted building in Danja Local Government Area of the state. “On the 8/03/2021 at about 2100hours one Mamman Musa reported at Danja Police Station against one Danladi Habibu ‘m’ aged 70years of Hayin Asibity Quarters that…
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Nigeria is on the brink of collapse – Senator Ndume
Senator representing Borno south district, Ali Ndume has shared his thoughts about the current state of country. The lawmaker who spoke at a press conference on Saturday March 13, stated that the country is at the brink of collapse and Nigerians don’t seem to understand the seriousness of the situation. Recounting the history of crimes in the country, Ndume said; “The fundamental thing that keeps the country going is security and welfare of the citizens. That’s why our constitution clearly states that the purpose of government is security and welfare of the citizens. You know these two key things are now…
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BBNaija’s Erica breaks down in tears as her fans gift her a 3-bedroom house as her 27th birthday present (photos/video)
BBNaija’s Erica wept for joy on Saturday night, March 13, as her fans gifted her a three-bedroom apartment as one of their birthday presents to her as she turned 27. Erica was asked to cut a ribbon to open an apartment where they told her they stored all her gifts. Shocked by their request, she went on to cut the ribbon and was surprised to see the many gifts lined up in the house for her. The high point was when one of the leaders of her fan group presented the key of the house to her. The apartment was purchased…
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