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The National Chairman of the Labour Party, Lamidi Apapa, has  dismissed the claims made by Julius Abure regarding the party’s leadership.  Apapa urged the Nigeria Bar Association (NBA) and Nigeria Medical Association (NMA) to assess Abure’s mental health urgently. This was contained in a  statement signed by the National Publicity Secretary of the party, Abayomi Arabambi on Wednesday. The statement read that the  LP National Working Committee highlighted that Abure’s assertions were based on a Supreme Court Certificate of True Copy (CTC), alleged by Abure to favour his leadership.  The LP emphasised that the Supreme Court judgments SC/CV/845/2023 and SC/CV/842/2023,…

The Nigerian Army has said that it   apprehended three fraudulent candidates involved in attempting to manipulate the recruitment process for the 86 Regular Recruits Intake in Lagos.  The  Army in a statement released by the Director Army Public Relations, Major General Onyema Nwachukwu, said that the arrest was made after a viral video surfaced on social media, revealing the suspects engaging in dubious activities to secure positions designated for candidates with Lagos State indigeneship. Nwachukwu added that the NA, committed to upholding transparent and credible recruitment processes, emphasises that the arrest reflects its dedication to maintaining integrity and fairness. …

The cost of one kilogram of local rice has skyrocketed by 73.2% within a year, attributed to rising production costs, transportation expenses, and various factors.  This increase persists despite the Central Bank of Nigeria’s multi-billion naira support to boost the nation’s rice value chain and curtail foreign rice imports. Rice, a staple in Nigeria, is now priced between N55,000 and N60,000 for a 50kg bag, varying by location.  The National Bureau of Statistics’ selected food prices watch report reveals a 73.2% surge in the average price of 1kg of local rice, rising from N500.80 to N867.20 between November 2022 and…

Former Governor of Ogun State, Senator Ibikunle Amosun, has  emphasized the importance of patriotism and unity among Nigerians, particularly within the All Progressives Congress (APC), during a New Year celebration held in Abeokuta on Wednesday. Amosun, addressing party faithful, urged citizens to remain steadfast and hopeful, emphasizing the need for prayers for the well-being of Nigeria, Ogun State, and individual homes.  Amosun said “ I feel happy. First, we have to thank the Almighty God because not everybody that witnessed 2023 was   opportune  to be here today. In fact,some of our people here, you know we have to even…

In a remarkable turnout, 45,000 individuals have applied for the Ogun Teach Intern program, aiming to fill 2,000 teaching vacancies in the state, according to Prof Abayomi Arigbabu, the Ogun State Commissioner for Science and Technology. Arigbabu revealed the staggering number of applicants during the second term pre-resumption stakeholders’ meeting for the 2023/2024 academic session held at Lisabi Grammar School, Idi Aba, Abeokuta.  He assured that the government would meticulously select the best candidates, with successful applicants expected to receive their letters of engagement by the end of April. Highlighting the government’s commitment to education, Arigbabu emphasized the continuation of…

Former President Chief Olusegun Obasanjo has  teamed up with Dr. Aisha Muhammed-Oyebode, daughter of the late Gen. Murtala Muhammed, to commemorate her 60th birthday at the Treasure of Love Missionaries Orphanage in Alapere, Lagos. Obasanjo, the once second-in-command to Gen. Murtala Muhammed and later his successor following the tragic coup in 1976, joined Muhammed-Oyebode in a celebration that extended beyond personal joy to a broader commitment to social responsibility. The visit, occurring just hours before the dawn of the new year, served as a profound moment for sober reflection, as highlighted by Kehinde Akinyemi, the former President’s Special Assistant on…

The Poultry Association of Nigeria (PAN) has called for continuous support of the Federal Government through grains intervention in 2024. They made the call in separate interviews with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Wednesday in Lagos. The Chairman of PAN, Lagos chapter, Mr Mojeed Iyiola, said the sector would only prosper with continuous interventions of the government at all levels. “This year we want the government at all levels to engage in more interventions in feed production for local farmers. “We have problems in input procurement, most especially about maize and soya. “We would like to appreciate the…

In a startling revelation, undercover journalist Umar Audu, associated with Daily Nigerian, has exposed the astonishing ease with which he acquired a fraudulent degree certificate from a Cotonou-based university in Benin Republic. Audu’s exposé, documented in an investigative report titled ‘How Daily Nigerian Reporter Bagged Cotonou Varsity Degree in 6 Weeks,’ sheds light on a burgeoning certificate racketeering syndicate operating in Benin Republic and Togo. The clandestine operation, specializing in selling university degrees to willing buyers in Nigeria, delivered Audu’s certificate with remarkable efficiency, akin to ordering a pizza.  In just six weeks, the journalist received his degree certificate after…

In a powerful demonstration, hundreds of members of the Islamic Movement in Nigeria (IMN), also known as Shi’ites, have taken to the streets of Abuja on Wednesday to  protest the assassination of Iranian military officer Qasem Soleimani and Iraqi military leader Abu Mahdi al-Muhandis by the United States. This protest, marking the anniversary of the January 3, 2020, killings ordered by former US President Donald Trump, witnessed both men and women marching through major streets in the nation’s capital, causing significant traffic disruptions. In a potent display of anger, the Shi’ites burned the flags of the United States and Israel,…

In response to widespread speculations, the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited and fuel marketers have refuted claims of an imminent petrol price increase to N1,200 per litre in Nigeria. Reports earlier this week suggested a clash between fuel marketers, represented by the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN), and NNPC concerning fuel subsidy.  In a statement, NNPC’s spokesperson, Olufemi Soneye, clarified that the alleged clash did not occur and emphasized that the fuel subsidy has been completely removed. Soneye stated, “NNPC Ltd emphasizes that it has not clashed with any party. The publication sought confirmation on the alleged…