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Abductors kidnapped a farmer and a commercial motorcyclist on Ugbokuli-Ekiadolor Road in Ovia Northeast Local Government Area of Edo State on Friday. The farmer was returning from his father’s oil palm plantation when he was abducted alongside the motorcyclist whose services he had earlier engaged. Police spokesman in Edo, SP Chidi Nwabuzor, told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) that five assailants were involved in the kidnap. Chief James Omafuaire, a former police officer and father of… Read the full article here
The 2023 general elections witnessed the revival of political activism by celebrities in the Nigerian entertainment industry. Before this time, only a few of these celebrities or entertainers see reasons to speak up against bad governance or political ills in their country as they would rather focus on releasing their new songs or use an election year to write next movies. This having been said, one can boldly posit that events of the EndSARS nationwide protest of October 2020, has reshaped… Read the full article here
Nigeria coach, Jose Peseiro, has said he would be shocked if the Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, decides to sack him following a 1-0 defeat to Guinea-Bissau. The Super Eagles lost in front of their fans in Abuja on Friday, thanks to a first-half goal from Mama Balde. The win took the Djurtus to top of Group A with seven points, while Peseiro’s men dropped to second. When asked if he will be surprised if he’s fired following the loss to Guinea-Bissau, Peseiro replied: “I would be… Read the full article here
Coal-fired power stations provide 80% of the country’s power, and about 120,000 jobs in South Africa depend on the coal industry. That creates political and social barriers to reducing coal reliance. Winand argues that wind power can provide new energy for South Africa faster than any other source, and can compensate for many of the jobs that will be lost in coal. Read the full article here
New Zealand’s foreign minister said Saturday she raised concerns over China’s human rights abuses and growing tensions with Taiwan in a meeting with her Chinese counterpart. Nanaia Mahuta told Chinese Foreign Minister Qin Gang of her government’s “deep concerns regarding the human rights situation in Xinjiang and the erosion of rights and freedoms in Hong Kong,” according to a statement issued on Saturday. In her talks with Qin she also raised concerns… Read the full article here
An anonymous emergency telephone call on Friday led authorities to halt a train that contained a group of “suffocating” migrants, two of whom were dead, police in Texas said. The US Border Patrol stopped the train east of Knippa, a small community in southern Texas near the city of San Antonio, police said. “Approximately 15 migrants were discovered to be in need of immediate medical attention, five of the immigrants were flown out to San Antonio area… Read the full article here
The Ramadan season is here again, a time many Muslims dedicate to fasting, praying, and promoting the importance of sharing and giving to the less privileged in society. This period is very significant for many Muslim couples, as it serves as a time of reflection and dedication to the fundamental principles of Islam and its application in marriage. However, this year, many people will be cutting back on their Ramadan tradition of giving due to the challenging… Read the full article here
The Delta North senatorial candidate of the All Progressives Congress, Senator Peter Nwaoboshi, has filed a petition before the election petitions tribunal challenging the victory of Ned Nwoko of the Peoples Democratic Party. Nwoko was declared winner by the Independent National Electoral Commission after polling total votes of 92,514 votes to defeat his closer rival, Ken Kanma of LP with 86,121 votes while Nwaoboshi polled 36,816 votes. However, Nwaoboshi who is… Read the full article here
The Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry has called on the Central Bank of Nigeria to explore viable options to tackle the country’s surging inflation as the frequent interest rate hikes were not producing the desired result. The chamber made this known in a statement signed by its Director-General, Chinyere Almona. According to the statement, since April 2022, inflation has increased from 16.82 per cent to 21.91 per cent in February 2023, despite a 6.5 per cent… Read the full article here
The President, Major General Muhammadu Buhari (retd.), has approved the renewal of the appointment of Dr Gambo Aliyu as the Director-General of the National Agency for the Control of AIDS. The Head of Public Relations and Protocol of NACA, Toyin Aderibigbe, made this known in a press statement made available to Saturday PUNCH on Friday. According to the statement, the approval of his reappointment was conveyed by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation,… Read the full article here
