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Major U.S. airlines threaten to ban passengers who refuse to wear masks during their flights under new rules
16Jun By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Major U.S. airlines threaten to ban passengers who refuse to wear masks during their flights under new rules

The US aviation industry's main lobby group, Airlines for America, has announced that airlines in the United States may take action against passengers who refuse to wear face masks while traveling during the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic. Airlines for America stated that they will provide masks to passengers who do not have them and added that passengers could face flying restrictions under stricter enforcement policies if they are found flying without masks. This stricter policy applies to Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Hawaiian Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Southwest Airlines, and United Airlines, and will be effective for at least the next 60 days. The group also mentioned that each airline will determine the appropriate consequences for non-compliant passengers, w...
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Court of Appeal affirms Oshiomole’s suspension as APC National chairman
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Court of Appeal affirms Oshiomole’s suspension as APC National chairman

The Court of Appeal in Abuja has upheld the suspension of Adams Oshiomole as a member and the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress APC. Oshiomole had taken his case to the court following a suspension from office by a Federal High Court in Abuja, based on a suit filed by some members of his party from Edo state. It will be recalled that on March 4, Justice Danlami Senchi of an Abuja High Court in Jabi suspended Adams Oshiomhole as National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, APC. This suspension followed a suit brought before the court by some APC members in Edo state who argued that Oshiomole cannot continue to enjoy the rights and privileges of the party since he has been suspended in his ward in his home state. The presi...
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Are Kourtney Kardashian and Scott Disick Rekindling Their Romance?
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Are Kourtney Kardashian and Scott Disick Rekindling Their Romance?

Could Kourtney Kardashian be sending a message by donning the same flannel shirt previously worn by Scott Disick during a date with his ex-girlfriend, Sofia Richie? The 'Keeping Up With The Kardashian' star shared a photo on Instagram where she's seen holding a baby goat while wearing an oversized flannel shirt. She captioned the snap: 'mornin.' An Instagram account dedicated to Kourtney pointed out that Scott had worn the same shirt in the past, including a photo of him with Sofia Richie in 2017. This discovery sent fans into a frenzy as they speculated about the possibility of a reconciliation between Kourtney and Scott, particularly following his recent split from Sofia. One fan expressed hope for their potential reunion, saying, "They say that's ...
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The Presidency Responds to Protest Against Killings in Northern States, Assures Capability of Armed Forces to Handle Banditry and Terrorism
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The Presidency Responds to Protest Against Killings in Northern States, Assures Capability of Armed Forces to Handle Banditry and Terrorism

The recent protests in northern states against the prevalent killings have prompted the presidency to appeal for patience, assuring the residents that the nation's armed forces are equipped to tackle the challenges of banditry and terrorism. Residents of Niger and Katsina states took to the streets to demand an end to the activities of bandits in the Northern region of the country. In a statement released by President Buhari's media aide Garba Shehu, it was emphasized that the military is taking appropriate measures to thwart the exploitation of gaps leading to violence against innocent citizens. ...
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'Every conversation with me is highly classified' -Trump threatens former Security adviser John Bolton will be treated as a 'criminal' if he publishes new book 
16Jun By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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'Every conversation with me is highly classified' -Trump threatens former Security adviser John Bolton will be treated as a 'criminal' if he publishes new book 

The US President, Donald Trump, has issued a threat against John Bolton, the former National Security Advisor, suggesting that criminal prosecution could await him over the contents of his new book about working for Trump in the White House. ABC News has revealed that Bolton will feature in a prime time interview with Martha Raddatz, during which he will discuss the book's contents and address his decision not to testify against Trump during last year's impeachment trial. The forthcoming book, titled 'The Room Where It Happened: A White House Memoir' and set for release on June 23, is expected to shed light on the "chaos and a president focused exclusively on his own re-election." According to Trump, the book could potentially reveal classified information, and there are plans to file ...
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Pastor and village head arrested for allegedly raping underage girls
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Pastor and village head arrested for allegedly raping underage girls

The Akwa Ibom state police has apprehended a village head and a Pastor for reportedly sexually assaulting underage girls. Okon Uyoe, the 60-year-old village head of Ikot Inyang, Ibesikpo-Asutan Local Government Area, Akwa Ibom State, purportedly assaulted an 11-year-old girl whom he had bought akara (beans cake) from. He allegedly lured her into his room on the pretext of giving her the money there. The Akwa Ibom Police Spokesperson, N-nudam Fredrick, stated that the incident occurred around 1:12 p.m. on June 13. Meanwhile, Pastor Victor David was also taken into custody for purportedly sexually assaulting an eight-year-old girl who had been sent by her guardian to deliver a tin of peak milk to him. Fredrick revealed that investigations are ongoing and the suspects will be prosecuted in ...
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I’m surprised Naira Marley has not been arrested – Executive Jets CEO, Sam Iwuajoku
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I’m surprised Naira Marley has not been arrested – Executive Jets CEO, Sam Iwuajoku

The CEO of Executive Jets Services Limited, Sam Iwuajoku, has expressed surprise at the federal government's failure to arrest controversial singer, Naira Marley and his crew members for violating the interstate travel ban. Iwuajoku admitted to writing an apology letter to the Minister of Aviation, Hadi Sirika, which has sparked mixed reactions, out of anger. In an interview with Premium Times, the airline CEO also condemned the indiscriminate movement of people during the Coronavirus pandemic, particularly calling out unnecessary movement for musical concerts at this time. He questioned why they were not arrested, asserting his belief that such movement is unnecessary during a pandemic. Despite facing criticism for referring to certain individuals as 'useless people,' Iwuajoku stood fi...
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Beijing Enforces Closure of All Schools Due to Resurgence of Coronavirus
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Beijing Enforces Closure of All Schools Due to Resurgence of Coronavirus

Amid concerns of a second wave, officials in Beijing have made the decision to shut down all schools in response to the resurgence of the Coronavirus in the area.   On Tuesday, China’s National Health Commission confirmed a rise in new Covid-19 cases in Beijing, tallying up to 106. This surge comes after almost two months of no new infections reported in the capital city.   In response to the outbreak, the city escalated its emergency response level to two, mandating that individuals must undergo Covid-19 testing before leaving the region. Additionally, entire housing blocks have been placed under quarantine.   The new cases have been traced back to Xinfadi market, the largest wholesale market in Asia. Meanwhile, three other provinces - Liaoning, Hebei, and Sichuan - have also repor...
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Edo Deputy Governor Philip Shuaibu removes APC flag from his office, declares for PDP (video)
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Edo Deputy Governor Philip Shuaibu removes APC flag from his office, declares for PDP (video)

The Deputy Governor of Edo State, Philip Shuaibu, has taken down the All Progressives Congress (APC) flag from his office following Governor Godwin Obaseki's departure from the party. During the flag removal, it was announced that Shuaibu would be joining the People's Democratic Party (PDP). In a video, one of the attendees at the event can be heard saying "goodbye APC from Edo government house" as Shuaibu made his declaration for the PDP. Shuaibu also confirmed his resignation from the APC and expressed his sentiments to journalists. He stated, “It is with pain that I am leaving the APC I helped to build. It’s very unfortunate that we have to resign from the party we all labored for. The party we built with our blood, our strength. The party we believed that was built with the progress...
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Alhaji Aliko Dangote pays condolence visit to Pastor Ituah Ighodalo following the death of his wife, Ibidun (video)
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Alhaji Aliko Dangote pays condolence visit to Pastor Ituah Ighodalo following the death of his wife, Ibidun (video)

The visit of Alhaji Aliko Dangote to Pastor Ituah Ighodalo to offer his condolences after the passing of Ighodalo's wife, Ibidun, was captured in a video. The sudden death of Ibidun Ighodalo on June 14, 2020, prompted an outpouring of sympathy from Nigerians and notable figures who have been visiting the family to provide support. Aliko Dangote chose to pay his respects to the bereaved family on Tuesday, June 16. The article includes an Instagram post, which you can view by clicking on the link.
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