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Abuja Airport shut down as Saudi Airline cargo blocks runway
The Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, has been shut to air traffic by the Nigeria Airspace Management Agency following the blocade of the runway by a Saudi Airline Cargo. DailyPost has gathered that the plane which landed around 9pm on Wednesday developed a minor problem after landing, and blocked the runway. Owing to the development, NAMA issued […] Abuja Airport shut down as Saudi Airline cargo blocks runway
Atiku condemns seven-year jail term for social media critics
Former Vice President and Turaki Adamawa, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar has kicked against the proposed bill seeking seven-year jail term for social media critics. The proposed bill tends to reduce some inflammatory comments against the government of Nigeria and its leaders, especially President Goodluck Jonathan. However, the former Vice President took to his Twitter page Thursday […] Atiku condemns seven-year jail term for social media critics
Sharia Council accuses Nigerian Christians of waging war against Islam
The Supreme Council for Sharia in Nigeria has accused Christians in the country of waging war against Islamic religion. Speaking at a press briefing on Sunday, Secretary General of the group, DR. Ibrahim Datti Ahmad called on Muslims in the county to wake up and challenge the dangerous development by devising appropraite strategies against it. […] Sharia Council accuses Nigerian Christians of waging war against Islam
Anambra Election: Ngige heads to court
The governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in the just concluded Anambra election, Senator Chris Ngige, has gone to court over alleged irregularity in the election which was won by All Progressives Grand Alliance, APGA, candidate, Chief Willie Obiano. Ngige has applied for an order of the court to the Independent National Electoral […] Anambra Election: Ngige heads to court
Senators seek seven-year jail term for social media critics
Members of the Upper Chamber of the National Assembly are proposing a bill seeking to convict social media critics in Nigeria. The bill has reportedly passed a second reading on the floor of the Senate, and if finally passed into law, will ensure that any social media critic found guilty will go behind bars for […] Senators seek seven-year jail term for social media critics
Amaechi, others are still members of PDP – Tukur
The National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, Alhaji Bamanga Tukur, yesterday claimed that he has not being briefed on the recent defection of some governors from the party to the All Progressive Congress, APC. Tukur told newsmen after a closed door meeting with the PDP Senate caucus and the Central Working Committee of the […] Amaechi, others are still members of PDP – Tukur
Gunmen kidnap corps member, demand N10m ransom
Unknown gunmen have kidnapped Ayobami Jaiyeola, a member of the National Youth Service Corps. According to relatives, Jaiyeola, 29, was last seen while leaving her elder sister’s house at Dideolu Estate in the Oniru area of the state on Friday evening, last week. A member of the victim’s family who would not want her name […] Gunmen kidnap corps member, demand N10m ransom
ASUU strike: Union distributes food, money to members
The Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) chapter of the Academic Staff Union of Universities, ASUU, yesterday in Zaria received relief materials; including food and financial support to enable striking lecturers in the institution continue with the ongoing strike. The chairman of the branch, Dr. Mohammed Kabir-Aliyu, who confirmed the development to newsmen in Kaduna Wednesday, said […] ASUU strike: Union distributes food, money to members
Anambra Election: Obi carpets APC, says protest at INEC headquarters is ‘foolish’
Anambra State Governor, Peter Obi, on Wednesday lambasted the protest organised by the All Progressives Congress (APC) over the outcome of Anambra governorship election, describing the action as not only “unwise but foolish”. Obi who spoke at Alex Ekwueme’s Square where he distributed 280 brand new vehicles to Directors of the local government system and […] Anambra Election: Obi carpets APC, says protest at INEC headquarters is ‘foolish’
“That was Hazard’s best performance under me” – Mourinho
Jose Mourinho believes Eden Hazard delivered his best performance of the season in Chelsea’s 4-3 win over Sunderland. The Belgium international provided the assist for Frank Lampard’s equaliser, while two fine strikes enabled Chelsea to remain second in the Premier League, four points behind leaders Arsenal. When asked where he ranked Hazard’s display, Mourinho replied: […] “That was Hazard’s best performance under me” – Mourinho
New education policy in Osun state is not against Christianity – Aregbesola
Osun State Governor, Rauf Aregbesola has stated that the new education policy in the state was not against any religion or group of persons. The governor said this in Osogbo, the Osun State capital, on Wednesday at the opening of the 23rd state congress of the All Nigeria Confederation of Principals of Secondary Schools (ANCOPSS). […] New education policy in Osun state is not against Christianity – Aregbesola
Senate confirms Presidential nominees into NDDC management, urges Jonathan to sack non-performers
The Senate yesterday confirmed the 13 nominees into the management position of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC). The new officials had been recommended by the James Manager-led Senate Committee on Niger Delta. The Senate also charged President Goodluck Jonathan to sack any member found wanting. There was however an alcetration before the nominees were […] Senate confirms Presidential nominees into NDDC management, urges Jonathan to sack non-performers
Obio-Akpor crisis deepens as explosion rocks former council liaison office
The Chief of Staff to the Rivers State Governor, Tony Okocha and the immediate past caretaker Committee Chairman of Obio-Akpor Local Government council, Chikordi Dike have raised alarm over alleged threat to their lives. Okocha and Dike made the allegation following an explosion at the liaison office of the former caretaker chairman of Obio-Akpor on […] Obio-Akpor crisis deepens as explosion rocks former council liaison office
Okorocha insists he is a member of APC, accuses PDP of distracting his government
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and Imo State Governor, Chief Rochas Okorocha on Tuesday insisted that he remains a founding father and leader of the party. The governor stated this while reacting to reports that he was not a member of the APC. Speaking at the Government House, Owerri, Okorocha who said […] Okorocha insists he is a member of APC, accuses PDP of distracting his government
‘Go and die’ widow ignores N250,000 offer from PDP
Mrs. Joy Ifijeh, the widow that was told by Governor Adams Oshiomhole of Edo State to ‘go and die’ for breaking traffic law, has rejected the offer of N250, 000 by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Edo State chapter. According to her, she is satisfied with the apologies, job offer and N2m extended to her […] ‘Go and die’ widow ignores N250,000 offer from PDP
“I was close to a heart attack against Sunderland” – Mourinho
Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho, has said it was not easy for him to watch Sunderland almost grab a draw, in their Premier League encounter on Wednesday. Jozy Altidore put the hosts in front, before Lampard and Hazard gave the Blues a first half lead. However, with the visitors cruising at 4-2 in the second half, […] “I was close to a heart attack against Sunderland” – Mourinho
“I’m very disappointed, we needed a bit of good fortune” – Moyes speaks on defeat to Everton
Manchester United manager David Moyes, has rued his side’s lack of good fortune, as they were defeated by his former team, Everton, at Old Trafford. Bryan Oviedo grabbed a late winner, as the reigning champions saw their chances of retaining the title slip away further. Moyes said: “I’m very disappointed. We needed a bit of […] “I’m very disappointed, we needed a bit of good fortune” – Moyes speaks on defeat to Everton
EPL Watch: Arsenal go 12 points ahead of United after Everton’s shock win, Chelsea defeat Sunderland
Bryan Oviedo scored a late, late winner, as Everton defeated Manchester United – now managed by their former manager, David Moyes – at Old Trafford. The loss leaves the Red Devils 12 points adrift of leaders Arsenal, who cruised to a comfortable 2-0 win over Hull City, with early goals in each half from Nicklas […] EPL Watch: Arsenal go 12 points ahead of United after Everton’s shock win, Chelsea defeat Sunderland
Peace returns to Akure as youths cease fire
The two warring youths of Akure and Isolo towns in Ondo state, yesterday signed a peace pact with the state government, accepting to ceasefire. The youth of both communities had engaged themselves in a violence clash that left scores of people wounded over the burial rite of late Deji of Akure, Oba Adebiyi Adesida. The […] Peace returns to Akure as youths cease fire
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