President Bola Tinubu returned to Abuja early Friday morning, August 23, 2024, following a brief work stay in France. The president arrived at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport at approximately 2:25 am. Later today, President Tinubu is set to swear in the new Chief Justice of Nigeria, CJN, at the State House Council Chambers. This ceremony will mark the formal appointment of Justice Kudirat Olatokunbo Kekere-Ekun as the new CJN, succeeding Justice Olukayode Ariwoola, who has recently retired. Tinubu departed for France on Monday, where he spent a few days on official business before returning to Nigeria. The National Judicial Council,…
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Governor Mai Mala Buni of Yobe State has pledged his unwavering support for the Nigeria Red Cross Society, an organisation dedicated to promoting healthcare and upholding the sanctity of human life. The governor made this commitment during a courtesy visit by members of the Nigeria Red Cross Society National Headquarters, led by its Secretary General, Dr Abubakar Ahmad Kenda, at the Government House in Damaturu. Deputy Governor Idi Barde Gubana, who represented Buni, was honoured as the Deputy Patron of the Yobe State Branch. Recognising the vital role of the Red Cross in society, the Deputy Governor emphasised the organisation’s…
Hundreds of residents from Ringim Constituency in Jigawa State staged a protest on Thursday, demanding the removal of Alhaji Muttaka Namadi, the Commissioner for Agriculture and Natural Resources. The demonstrators, comprising farmers, youths, community leaders, and women, gathered in front of the Jigawa State Government House, voicing their dissatisfaction with the commissioner’s performance. The protesters, who marched from Ringim to Dutse, waved placards and banners as they blocked the main entrance of the government house. Chants of disapproval filled the air as they called for the commissioner’s resignation, accusing him of neglecting the interests of the people and failing to…
The Sokoto State Police Command has confirmed the imposition of a curfew at Sabon Birni town in Sabon Birni Local Government Area of Sokoto State as youths went on a rampage following the killing of the District Head of Gatawa, Isa Muhammad Bawa. The spokesman for the command, ASP Ahmed Rufa’i, explained that there would be no movement in the area between 6 am and 6 pm until further notice. He further explained that measure was taken to restore law and order in the area, saying that youths in their hundreds flooded some major roads in the area and set…
The leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele, warned President Bola Tinubu on Friday to do the needful to avoid another massive protest that will cripple the Nigerian economy for two weeks. In a statement by his media aide, Oluwatosin Osho, the prophet made it known that confusion will continue to linger in the present government and it will have an unpleasant impact on the country and its citizens. According to Ayodele: “When I said diesel would be N1500, petrol would be increased to N1,000, and it would go to N1,500, people said I am a doom prophet;…
A Nigerian woman, Faith Racheal, has been arrested by Indian authorities in Delhi for allegedly smuggling and supplying a substantial quantity of psychotropic substances. According to reports, Racheal was apprehended on August 14 in the Mehrauli area of the capital city. Police reports stated that Racheal was found in possession of 3.87 kilograms of mescaline, a potent hallucinogenic drug with a high value on the international market. The seized quantity is estimated to be worth approximately Rs15 crore. Racheal had initially arrived in India in August 2022 on a medical visa but had overstayed her visa period. During her extended…
Vice President Kamala Harris has assured that she would be president for every American if given the mandate. Harris gave this assurance on Thursday in Chicago when she officially accepted the Democratic Party’s nomination for president, delivering a passionate speech that outlined her vision for the future of the nation. Speaking on the final night of the Democratic National Convention, Harris shared her personal journey, reflecting on her roots and experiences before directly challenging Trump and addressing key issues like the ongoing conflict in Gaza, immigration policies, and reproductive rights. “I promise to be a president for all Americans,” Harris…
The Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has said that the majority of Nigerian manufacturers, industries and other bulk electricity users have boycotted the country’s national grid over a lack of trust and confidence. The minister disclosed this on Thursday in his speech at the retreat of the board of the Nigeria Electricity Liability Management Company in Lagos. Adelabu, however, emphasised that the country’s national grid is a more viable and reliable power source for bulk electricity consumers than other, more expensive alternatives. He regretted that, despite generating a record 5,155 megawatts in July, the electricity is not being taken up…
Kebbi State, located in northwestern Nigeria, may soon face flooding due to the rising water levels of the River Niger, the Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency, NIHSA, has warned. The alert follows reports of increased water flow from upstream activities in Niger and Mali. In a statement issued by NIHSA’s Director General, Umar Mohammed, the agency pointed out the potential risk of flooding in Kebbi as water from the Niger Basin begins to flow into Nigeria. He stated that the situation, informed by data from the Niger Basin Authority, NBA, in Niamey, Niger Republic, indicates that floodwaters from Niger and Mali…
Football transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has revealed that Divin Mubama has completed medicals to join Manchester City from West Ham United. Romano also disclosed that Arsenal midfielder Charlie Patino is all set to join Spanish club Deportivo de La Coruña this summer. He disclosed this in separate tweets via his X account on Thursday night. “Divin Mubama has completed his medical tests as new Manchester City player today, all done,” Romano tweeted. “Charlie Patino to Depor La Coruna deal being sealed right now with Arsenal receiving £1m fixed fee. “Sell-on clause will be significant and #AFC will also keep potential…