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Mother, two children burnt to death in Bauchi
A mother and her two children have been burnt to death in a fire disaster that occurred in Riban Garmu village, Dewu Ward in Kirfi Local Government Area of Bauchi State.A mother and her two children have been burnt to death in a fire disaster that occurred in Riban Garmu village, Dewu Ward in Kirfi Local Government Area of Bauchi State.
Former Kaduna speaker Hassan Jumare passes on
A former Speaker and serving member of the House, Dr Aminu Shagali confirmed the news on Wednesday in a tweet, saying, “We regret to announce the demise of our former distinguished Honorable Speaker of the Kaduna State House of Assembly (2013-2015), Hon. Ahmad Hassan Jumare (Branco), who lost his life after a brief illness, May Almighty Allah forgive his shortcomings and grant him Paradise.”
PDP: We appreciate Governor Tambuwal’s loyalty, humility
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), on Saturday, extolled Gov. Aminu Tambuwal of Sokoto State as he attained the age of 55, describing him as an outstanding nationalist, democrat and excellent administrator.
Katsina governor says security forces rescue 103 kidnapped victims
“This is in continuation of the exercise that started with the recovery of the 344 students of Government Science Secondary School, Kankara.
Ogun governor celebrates deputy at 55
Governor Dapo Abiodun described his deputy Noimot Salako-Oyedele as “a worthy partner” partner as she clocks 55 today.
Lagos deputy governor mourns younger brother’s demise
The Deputy Governor of Lagos State, Dr Obafemi Hamzat, on Wednesday mourned the death of his younger brother, Dr Haroun Hamzat.
Borno governor orders inspection of private schools to check quackery
He said he won’t stand by while parents and guardians are exploited by private primary and secondary schools, which are without the capacity to impact knowledge on students, asking inspectors from the ministry to pay visits and assess the quality of all private schools in the state with a view to identifying quack schools.
Borno governor orders quality assessment of private schools
Borno State Governor Babagana Umara Zulum has directed officials to pay visits and assess the quality of all private primary and secondary schools in Borno State with a view to identifying quack schools that exploit parents and guardians without the capacity to impact knowledge on students.
Kebbi governor condoles with Senator Wamakko over nephew’s demise
The Chairman of Progressives Governor’s Forum and Kebbi State Governor, Senator Abubakar Atiku Bagudu, on Monday, paid a condolence visit to Senator Aliyu Magatakarda Wamakko over the death of his nephew, Dr. Bello Magatakarda Wamakko.
NAHCON boss: It’s un-Islamic to destroy life, property
Chairman/CEO, National Hajj Commission of Nigeria, NAHCON, Alhaji Zhikrullah Hassan, has warned Muslim youths to eschew any form of violence, while exercising their right of protest, adding that any demonstration or protest that leads to the destruction of life and property is un-Islamic.
Issa Aremu eulogizes late LP chairman
Vice President, Africa Industrial Global Union, Issa Aremu, has said that the National Chairman of Labour Party, Alhaji A Abdulsalam, (Barde Paiko), was an astute politician who kept faith with Labour Party from formation to the end.
Senator Tinubu commiserates with Rabiu Kwankwaso over father’s demise
The All Progressive Congress (APC) National Leader, Sen. Bola Tinubu, has commiserated with the former governor of Kano State, Sen. Rabiu Kwankwaso, over the demise of his father, Alhaji Musa Kwankwaso.
Christmas: Kebbi governor felicitates with Christians
The Chairman, Progressive Governors’ Forum who is also Kebbi State Governor, Senator Abubakar Atiku Bagudu, has felicitated with Nigerians on the occasion of Christmas being celebrated today globally.
Governor Ganduje commiserates with Senator Kwankwaso over father’s demise
Kano State Governor, Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, has condoled with a former governor of the state, Senator Rabi’u Musa Kwankwaso, over his father’s death, Alhaji Musa Sale Kwankwaso.
Governor Tambuwal’s coronavirus test returns negative
Governor Aminu Waziri Tambuwal of Sokoto State Monday night said he had tested negative for coronavirus.
Ghana’s ruling NPP holds Islamic thanksgiving prayers today
The governing New Patriotic Party (NPP) has scheduled an Islamic thanksgiving prayer for President-elect, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo and Vice President-elect, Alhaji Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia at the Central Mosque in Abossey Okai.
Senator Tinubu: Nasarawa APC chair’s killing callous, wicked
National leader of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu has described the murder of the Nasarawa State Chairman of the party, Phillip Shekwo, as callous and wicked.
I bought government vehicles for N70,000 – ex-Kwara commissioner
A former commissioner in Kwara State, Sulaiman Yusuf, has narrated how he acquired two government-owned vehicles for N70,000 before the Justice Olabanji Orilonishe-led Judicial Panel of Inquiry on the sale of the state’s assets.
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Paul Pogba doesn’t feel loved at Manchester United as Real Madrid, PSG eye transfer
According to Don Balon, Pogba doesn’t feel as appreciated or “loved” by the club as some other star players like Bruno Fernandes and Marcus Rashford, and that could play a part in his departure.
Ogun: Police arrest three Lagos-based ‘robbers’
A statement by the command spokesman, DSP Abimbola Oyeyemi said the three men; Samuel Sunday, a 20 years old resident of Fagba in Lagos State, Adeleke Mustapha; a 22years old resident of Ajala area of Lagos State and Joel Rotimi, a 19 years old resident of Taju Bello street Agbado, Ogun state were arrested on Thursday, 14 January 2021.
U.S. vice president-elect set to resign Senate seat on Monday
U.S. Senator Kamala Harris of California will resign from the Senate on Monday in preparation for her inauguration as Joe Biden’s vice president on Wednesday, according to aides familiar with her plans.
Lagos DPP: 91% of prison inmates are awaiting trials
The Directorate of Public Prosecution (DPP), Lagos State Ministry of Justice, has said that 2,663 inmates out of 2,423 representing 91 percent of total inmates enrolled at the five federal correctional centres in the state, as at December 2020, are awaiting trial.
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Bauchi: Police parade 20 suspects of various criminal activities
The Bauchi State Police Command, on Wednesday, paraded 20 suspects for alleged involvement in various criminal offences in the state, newsmen report.
Arnold Schwarzenegger blasts fellow Republicans after US Capitol riot
Arnold Schwarzenegger shared words of hope on Sunday in the aftermath of the deadly mob at the U.S. Capitol, while also denouncing President Donald Trump and the "spinelessness" of his fellow Republicans.
Nigerian soldier sentenced to death for killing commander
Private Azunna Maduabuchi of the Nigerian Army has been sentenced to death for killing a superior officer in the military's northeast theatre.
Governor Ayade aide accuses Rivers governor of fueling crisis in Cross River PDP
An aide to the Cross River State Governor and Director-General of Due Process and Price Intelligence Bureau, Mr Alphonsus Eba, on Monday accused Rivers State Governor Nyesom Wike of being responsible for the internal crisis that has engulfed the state chapter of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP).
Nigerian government plans commissioning of database centre to raise IGR base
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