Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami Defends Government’s Decision to Detain Sowore and Dasuki
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Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami Defends Government’s Decision to Detain Sowore and Dasuki

Abubakar Malami, the attorney-general of the federation, has asserted that the federal government was justified in detaining Omoyele Sowore and Sambo Dasuki despite court orders for their release.     Malami made this assertion during an appearance on NTA programme on Thursday, January 2nd.    Sowore, the convener of the Revolution Now movement, and Dasuki, the former national security adviser (NSA), were held by the Department of State Services (DSS) long after several court orders were issued for their release.     During the program, Malami, who later instructed the DSS to release both men, maintained that the government did not act wrongly in holding them despite the court orders. He asserted that the government had the right to continue detaining Sowore and Dasuki until an app...
The commencement of cashless toll-payment on Lekki-Ikoyi link bridge by Lagos State
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The commencement of cashless toll-payment on Lekki-Ikoyi link bridge by Lagos State

Starting as previously announced, the Lagos State Government has initiated the cashless policy for toll payments at Lekki/ Ikoyi Link bridge toll-plaza.   Last year, the State Government declared its intention to implement cashless toll payments at the Lekki/ Ikoyi toll plaza from January 1st, 2020 due to significant traffic congestion often experienced when using cash payments.     Frederic 0ladeinde, the Commissioner for Transportation, and Yomi Omomuwasan, the Managing Director of Lekki Concession Company Limited (LCC), personally supervised the cashless toll payments at the toll plaza on January 2nd. They expressed that the new policy aims to reduce the length of traffic queues experienced during cash payments, thereby saving travel time and easing traffic movement along the cor...
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang’s Reaction to Arsenal’s 2-0 Victory Against Manchester United
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Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang’s Reaction to Arsenal’s 2-0 Victory Against Manchester United

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang appeared to express satisfaction after Arsenal's victory over Manchester United on New Year's Day.   Arsenal secured a 2-0 win against Manchester United on Wednesday, January 1, with goals from Nicolas Pepe and Sokratis Papastathopoulos, marking Mikel Arteta's first win since taking over as head coach from Unai Emery.     Before the game, Aubameyang was captured on video by a Manchester United supporter who provocatively taunted him.   The United fan, @98DALLA, told Aubameyang in a video posted on Twitter: 'You're getting no goals tomorrow innit,' 'No goals, no goals! Absolutely no chance. Phil Jones' pocket, how about that!'   After the match, an Arsenal fan commented on Aubameyang's Instagram post...
Comedian Bovi in Humoristic Reaction to US Visa Application Rejection
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Comedian Bovi in Humoristic Reaction to US Visa Application Rejection

After having his visa application rejected by the United States Embassy, Bovi took to Twitter to humorously express his frustration.    While the comedian refrained from disclosing the reason behind the rejection, he couldn't resist sharing this tweet:   The US embassy rejected my visa application this morning. These Titans are everywhere!    
A fatal accident on the Lagos-Ibadan expressway
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A fatal accident on the Lagos-Ibadan expressway

Tragedy struck on Thursday, January 2nd as a truck was involved in a lone accident at Pipeline Junction, Ogere Remo axis of Ibadan-Lagos Expressway, resulting in the deaths of four individuals and injuries to four others.   Babatunde Akinbiyi, the Public Relations Officer of Ogun State Traffic Compliance and Enforcement Corps (TRACE), disclosed that the crash occurred around 4.30 a.m. The truck, bearing registration number TKP 653 XA and laden with yams, lost control while traveling from the North towards Lagos. It was reportedly carrying 14 passengers, assumed to be owners of the yams, who were seated on top of the cargo at the time of the accident. “The casualty was much because some of the passengers, who are also likely owners of the yam, were seating on the yam in the open spa...
Former Cardiff defender Chris Barker found dead on New Year’s Day
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Former Cardiff defender Chris Barker found dead on New Year’s Day

The untimely death of former Cardiff defender Chris Barker on New Year's Day has left the football community in mourning. Barker, who also played for Southend, passed away at the age of 39. World in Motion, the agency that represented him during his playing career, confirmed the tragic news on Twitter. The South Wales Police revealed that Barker was found dead at his home on New Year's Day. While the cause of death remains unknown, the authorities have stated that there are no suspicious circumstances surrounding his passing. The football world has come together to offer condolences, with Cardiff City Football Club expressing deep shock and sadness at the loss of their former player. Barker's former teammates have also taken to social media to mourn his sudden and tragic death. Born in ...
Minister of Power, Saleh Mamman speaks on appointment of ex-level 12 official to head rural electrification agency
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Minister of Power, Saleh Mamman speaks on appointment of ex-level 12 official to head rural electrification agency

The appointment of Salihijo Ahmad, a former mid-level civil servant as the managing director and Chief Executive Officer of the Rural Electrification Agency (REA) was scrutinized amidst claims of alleged cover-up of his job experience. Salihijo Ahmad worked as a Level 12 public official in the Infrastructure Concession Regulatory Commission (ICRC) until 2018 The appointment was met with skepticism from major players in the power sector, given his relatively junior position just over a year ago. There were also questions raised about the accuracy of the claims regarding his expertise in the power sector. In response to the controversy, President Buhari’s spokesperson, Garba Shehu, suggested contacting the Minister of Power for clarification as he is responsible for recommending appointme...
Two ladies show off their rings to announce their engagement to each other
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Two ladies show off their rings to announce their engagement to each other

The announcement of an engagement between two women has taken social media by storm. The couple shared their joy by posting photos of their rings on Twitter with the caption "We engaged". What makes their relationship even more significant is that one of them prefers to be referred to as They or He, while the other chooses to be addressed as They or Them. The heartwarming news has garnered an outpouring of congratulatory messages for the happy couple. The heartwarming pictures have received widespread attention and support on social media.
3.9 Magnitude Earthquake Hits San Jose, California
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3.9 Magnitude Earthquake Hits San Jose, California

On Wednesday night (Jan.1, 2020), the U.S. Geological Survey reported a 3.9 magnitude earthquake in the San Jose area of California.   At 11:16 p.m., the earthquake was reported about six miles from downtown Morgan Hill and approximately 11 miles from the southernmost neighborhoods of San Jose.   According to a USGS shake map, the quake was felt from San Jose to Salinas and from Santa Cruz to just west of Interstate 5. The earthquake was calculated to have generated light shaking in Morgan Hill and Gilroy south of San Jose, and weak shaking throughout the San Francisco Bay Area, including San Jose, San Francisco, and Oakland, as well as areas around Santa Cruz, Salinas, and Monterey.    
Open Letter by Femi Falana to Nigeria’s Attorney-General, Malami, on El-Zakzaky and his Wife’s Detention
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Open Letter by Femi Falana to Nigeria’s Attorney-General, Malami, on El-Zakzaky and his Wife’s Detention

Femi Falana, a human rights lawyer, has penned a letter to the Attorney-General of the Federation and Justice Minister, Abubakar Malami, regarding the detention of Shiites leader, El-Zakzaky, and his wife.   Here is the full letter: Dear Honourable Justice Minister, We are representing Sheikh Ibraheem El-Zakzaky and Hajia Zeinat El-Zakzaky ("our clients"), and we are writing this letter on their behalf. Due to the recent decision of the Federal Government to abide by all court orders, our clients have instructed us to request your compliance with the valid and standing orders of the Federal High Court and Kaduna State High Court concerning them, which are as follows: 1. On December 2, 2016, the Federal High Court, under the Honourable Justice G. O. Kolawole, declared the arrest and...