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We will take over the Government of Ondo State come October – PDP Candidate, Jegede
Eyitayo Jegede who emerged The gubernatorial candidate for the people Democratic party, PDP is confident of his victory come October. Speaking after his victory, said with the support of the party, as well as that of the co-aspirants, the eviction of APC from the state come October 20, 2020 will be achievable. He said “by the support of the people of the state, party members and the assistant of co-aspirants, we will take over the…
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Boko Haram Fighters execute Five aid workers
A video has emerged online showing the execution of five persons by masked men in military camouflage, suspected to be Boko Haram fighters. Before the execution, a voice speaking in Hausa said the five persons were working for infidels. “Those of you that are being used by infidels to turn others to infidels, know this today oh, you who work for infidel groups, you satisfy their aims but they do not care about you and…
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Super Eagles to call up Arsenal’s Bukayo Saka for September Matches
Nigeria are accelerating their plans to snatch Arsenal winger, Bukayo Saka, from England, according to SportsMail. Saka is being tipped to break into Gareth Southgate’s squad, following a breakthrough season with the Gunners. The 18-year-old has already represented England at junior level and currently plays for the U-19 side. However, he is in line to be promoted to the U-21 at the very least. However, Nigeria is prepared to fast-track Saka into their senior set-up,…
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Ondo Election: Eyitayo Jegede emerges PDP Gubernatorial Candidate
Eyitayo Jegede has emerged the gubernatorial candidate of the people Democratic party, PDP after defeating the states deputy governor, Agboola Ajayi. Jegede polled 888 votes while Ajayi who garnered 657 votes and seven other candidates. Jegede will now battle the candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and incumbent governor, Rotimi Akeredolu in the governorship election which is barely three months away.
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Buhari to depart for Mali on Peace Mission
President Muhammadu Buhari will depart Nigeria for Mali on a peace mission following his meeting with the ECOWAS Special Envoy, and former President Goodluck Jonathan. This was according to a statement signed by his Spokesman, Femi Adesina on Wednesday where he stated that the purpose of the meeting is to engage in further consultations towards finding a political solution to the crisis in the country. Also expected at the meeting are the host President, Ibrahim…
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Yoruba Actor, Yusuf Satia is dead
Yoruba actor and singer, Yusuf Satia, is dead. The sad news was announced on Instagram by his popular colleague, Adekunle Afod. “So sad to hear this …RIP Yusuf satia Is gone… Tried so much to see you this year and celebrate you but it was aborted”, he wrote. The cause of his death remains unknown. The late actor was famous for his role in a Yoruba classic movie titled, Ijinle Pam Pam, released in early…
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Magu claims Ministries and Government agencies benefitted from recovered assets
The suspended acting chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ibrahim Magu, has claimed that some of the forfeited assets recovered by the agency, were auctioned to ministries and government agencies. Magu was accused of failing to account for recovered loot and assets. Malami had alleged that Magu sold some of the recovered assets to his associates. But in a letter addressed to the Ayo Salami-led presidential panel probing the allegations, Magu explained…
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Funtua will be remembered for his support to Female Politicians – Aisha Buhari
Wife of President Muhammadu Buhari, Aisha Buhari has reacted to the death of her husband’s close associate, Alhaji Isa Funtua. In a series of tweets she shared she sent her condolence to the family adding that the deceased supported the appointment of women into several boards in the past four years. “Inna lillahi Wa inna ilaihi Raji’un. On behalf of my family, I extend our condolence to Mrs Hauwa Isa Funtua and the entire family…
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Ekiti State Governor, Fayemi tests Positive for Coronavirus
Governor of Ekiti State, Kayode Fayemi has tested positive for Coronavirus. He stated this in a tweet via his twitter handle. He wrote; “I took my third Covid-19 test yesterday and it came back positive. I’m generally ok and I’m already self isolating at home and receiving the best of care from my medical team. I’m delegating critical tasks to my Deputy but will continue routine duty from home. JKF Fayemi is the latest of…
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Big brother Naija is evil, we must clampdown on it – CAN
The Christian association of Nigeria (CAN) has kicked against the ongoing Big brother Naija reality TV show. In a statement by the chairman of CAN in Rivers State, Stanley Dimkpa, he describing the show as evil and urged well-meaning Nigerians to join in the protest against the show as well and stop its patronage. “As Christians this ceremony is aimed at promoting diligence and reinvigorating a positive lifestyle and collectively making our state better. “A…
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Fani Kayode bags Chieftaincy Title in Zamfara
Former Minister of Aviation, Femi Fani Kayode, has been conferred the Sadaukin Shinkafi traditional title in Zamfara state. Fani-Kayode who had earlier lambasted the former governor of the state, Abdulaziz Yari for breaching the COVID-19 protocols at Aminu Kano International Airport said he is not against the North or Islam as he received his title. “I am a firm believer in the unity of the country and will never hate any part of the country…
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FG to close Third Mainland bridge on Friday till 2021
The Federal Government has announced that the third mainland bridge will be closed on Friday for maintenance to be carried out and will not be opened till January 2021. This was according to a statement by Minister of Works and Housing, Mr Babatunde Fashola on Tuesday. He explained that the maintenance of the busiest bridge in the country was aimed at replacing damaged components for a better motoring experience and is to be carried out…
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