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Sanusi whisked away in an helicopter to a new location in Nasarawa (video)
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Sanusi whisked away in an helicopter to a new location in Nasarawa (video)

The deposed Emir of Kano, Sanusi Lamido Sanusi, was taken away in a helicopter this afternoon from his new residence in Nasarawa state to another home in Awe town. Awe is relatively remote compared to Loko, a small mini-port town along the bank of the River Benue. The reason for the change in location has not been disclosed. Watch a video showing the moment he was whisked away below: Dethroned Emir of Kano, Sanusi Lamido Sanusi, has been taken out of his new Nasarawa abode to a yet-to-be-disclosed place. . . This afternoon, a helicopter was used to whisk him away from Loko community where he was initially taken to. . . 📽@bbchausa A post shared by Lindaikejiblog (@lindaikejiblogofficial) on Mar 10, 2020 at 6:56am PDT
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President Buhari announces recovery of over N3.7bn from NDDC contractors during NDDC advisory committee inauguration
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President Buhari announces recovery of over N3.7bn from NDDC contractors during NDDC advisory committee inauguration

During the inauguration of the NDDC Advisory Committee, President Buhari revealed that law enforcement agencies have retrieved over N3.7 billion in cash and various assets worth billions of Naira from contractors and former directors of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC). The committee, consisting of the 9 Governors of the Niger Delta Region and the Ministers of Niger Delta Affairs and Environment, was addressed by the President, who emphasized the imperative for stringent oversight in light of past abuses. President Buhari expressed his expectations for positive changes in the affairs of the Commission and the overall situation in the Niger Delta region as a result of the committee's diligent and effective execution of their new responsibility. In recalling the launch o...
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Coachella reportedly postponed until October after authorities in the area confirm three new cases of coronavirus
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Coachella reportedly postponed until October after authorities in the area confirm three new cases of coronavirus

The much-anticipated Coachella festival, one of the world's largest music festivals, is said to have been postponed from its original schedule next month to October due to concerns surrounding the coronavirus outbreak. According to the Riverside County Department of Public Health, three new cases of coronavirus have been confirmed in the Coachella Valley region. Consequently, the festival has allegedly been postponed for six months as reported by Entertainment Tonight. The decision to delay the festival comes amidst increasing fears of the virus spreading across the US, resulting in an online petition that has garnered 16,000 signatures urging organizers to cancel the event. Stella Young, the individual behind the petition, stressed the importance of protecting all community members, esp...
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La Liga Implements Closed-Door Matches due to Coronavirus
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La Liga Implements Closed-Door Matches due to Coronavirus

Spain's La Liga has mandated matches to be played without fans for a minimum of two weeks in an effort to curb the spread of coronavirus, as announced by the Spanish league on Tuesday. The decision, made in collaboration with the Spanish government's sports council (CSD), extends to professional and non-professional sports events and competitions and requires them to take place without spectators. "According to information from the High Council of sports, La Liga Santander and La Liga SmartBank (second division) matches will be played behind closed doors, starting today and for at least the next two weeks," La Liga stated. "La Liga will continue to be in permanent contact with the Ministry of Health and the CSD to follow its recomme...
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La Liga Games to be Played Behind Closed Doors for the Next Two Weeks due to Coronavirus
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La Liga Games to be Played Behind Closed Doors for the Next Two Weeks due to Coronavirus

For at least the next two weeks, La Liga clubs in Spain have been instructed to play without fans to prevent the spread of coronavirus, as announced by the Spanish league on Tuesday.   The decision was made in conjunction with the Spanish government's sports council (CSD) requiring professional and non-professional sports events and competitions to be held behind closed doors.   "According to information from the High Council of sports, La Liga Santander and La Liga SmartBank (second division) matches will be played behind closed doors, starting today and for at least the next two weeks," stated La Liga.   "La Liga will be in constant communication with the Ministry of Health and the CSD to adhere to their recommendations a...
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Hadiza Usman of NPA Denies Romantic Relationship With El-Rufai
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Hadiza Usman of NPA Denies Romantic Relationship With El-Rufai

Hadiza Usman, the Managing director of the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA), has refuted rumors alleging that she engaged in a romantic relationship with Nasir El-Rufai, the governor of Kaduna State, and that this relationship led to her appointment as NPA DG.   Usman, who served as the Chief of staff to Governor El-Rufai from 2015 to 2016, dismissed the rumors during an appearance on a TVC program on Monday, March 9th, as part of the International Women’s Day celebrations. She emphasized that such allegations are often used to undermine women's achievements.   Responding to inquiries about the rumored relationship with the governor, she clarified,   “I am definitely not his girlfriend. The governor is my mentor and my boss. He has been very supportive of my career and the career of e...
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Ren Omokri’s reaction to the rumor of Lamido Sanusi’s 2023 presidential election bid: "My God is not dead"
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Ren Omokri’s reaction to the rumor of Lamido Sanusi’s 2023 presidential election bid: "My God is not dead"

Reno Omokri has responded to speculations about the political aspirations of dethroned Emir of Kano, Sanusi Lamido Sanusi, in the 2023 elections.   Sharing a circulated banner featuring Sanusi's face for 2023, the former media aide to ex-president Goodluck Jonathan spoke up.   In his caption, Reno recollected instances where those who opposed him suffered after his prayers, indicating a similar destiny for Sanusi in 2023.   He expressed, "Is Sanusi Lamido Sanusi considering running for President... Maina sued me to court. I prayed to my God. 2 weeks later, he was arrested. Sanusi paid journalists to attack me. I prayed and he was dethroned. We await his Presidential run. My God is not dead!"  
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Violence Erupts in Abuja as Traders and Task Force Workers Clash Over Demolition of Shops
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Violence Erupts in Abuja as Traders and Task Force Workers Clash Over Demolition of Shops

Currently in crisis, the Dutse Modern Market in Abuja is witnessing clashes between traders and officials from the Federal Capital Territory Task Force over the demolition of their shops. The taskforce officers arrived at the market on Tuesday morning to demolish the temporary shops. According to the traders, the shops were allocated to them by the FCT authorities, despite being issued a quit notice a few days ago. Angered by the actions of the demolition officers, the aggrieved traders proceeded to set fire to the temporary office of the task force and also barricaded parts of the road. Security agents, including the police, have arrived at the market to quell the situation. View more photos below. ...
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Abuja Market Clash: Traders and Task Force Engage in Violent Confrontation
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Abuja Market Clash: Traders and Task Force Engage in Violent Confrontation

Currently, a crisis has erupted at Dutse Modern Market in Abuja, where traders and officials from the Federal Capital Territory Task Force clashed over the demolition of the traders' shops.   The taskforce officers arrived at the market on Tuesday morning to carry out the demolition of temporary shops. The traders claimed that the shops were allocated to them by the FCT authorities, despite receiving a quit notice a few days earlier.   Infuriated by the actions of the demolition officers, the aggrieved traders responded by setting the temporary office of the task force on fire and barricading parts of the road.   Security agents, including the police, have been dispatched to the market to restore order. View more photos below    
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Bauchi state governor orders immediate arrest, prosecution of his predecessors, Yuguda and Abubakar
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Bauchi state governor orders immediate arrest, prosecution of his predecessors, Yuguda and Abubakar

Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi state has given the order for the immediate arrest and prosecution of his predecessors, former governors Isa Yuguda and MA Abubakar. The accusation is related to the alleged looting of state properties and assets worth over N1 trillion during their separate tenures. This decision was revealed as the governor received a comprehensive report from the state’s asset recovery committee, which was established on 12 July, 2019. The committee was tasked with investigating assets that were purportedly diverted between 2007 and 2019 at the council Chamber, Government House Bauchi. Governor Bala emphasized the importance of government officials being accountable and expressed his determination to recover and ensure the prosecution of the ex-governors and their offi...
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