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21May

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Tragic incident as Bandits wreak havoc in Plateau community

Reports have surfaced of a devastating attack by bandits on Zurak village in Bashar District of Wase Local Government Area within Plateau State. The ruthless assailants claimed the lives of over 40 individuals, including vigilant members of the community. The unfortunate event transpired around 5:00 pm on Monday, catching the residents off guard as they were engrossed in their daily routines, as shared by the inhabitants. Given the remote location, the residents were hindered in their immediate reporting of the incident due to the inadequate communication infrastructure in the region. Through accounts from a local youth leader named Sahpi’i Sambo, the paper was able to corroborate the distressing attack. Sambo revealed that the bandits descended on the village on motorbikes armed with ...

IPOB Urges WAEC to Reschedule Exams in Southeast on May 30

21May

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IPOB Urges WAEC to Reschedule Exams in Southeast on May 30

As 'Biafra Day' approaches in the Southeast, the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has requested that the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) postpone examinations scheduled for May 30. In addition, IPOB has also urged the Nnamdi Azikiwe University to reconsider its convocation ceremony planned for the same date. In a statement, Emma Powerful, the spokesperson for IPOB, emphasized the importance of observing a sit-at-home day on May 30 to commemorate the Biafra Day. Asserting that the day is not conducive for individuals in the Southeast, Powerful expressed concerns about the safety of children and urged WAEC to prioritize their well-being by rescheduling the exams. In an open letter addressed to the WAEC Board and UNIZIK Vice Chancellor, Professor Charles Okechukwu Esimone, Powe...

Nigerian Government Reveals 1.2 Million Student Loan Beneficiaries and Provides Additional Details

21May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

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Nigerian Government Reveals 1.2 Million Student Loan Beneficiaries and Provides Additional Details

1.2 million federal higher students are set to benefit from the initial phase of the Student Loan scheme, as announced by the Nigerian Government. Ahead of the portal launch scheduled for Friday, May 24, 2024, Akintunde Sawyerr, the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of the Nigeria Education Loan Fund, shared this information on Monday. Under this scheme, school fees will be directly paid to the institutions where the students are enrolled. Sawyerr outlined the necessary application prerequisites, which include the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board admission letter, National Identity Number, Bank Verification Number, and completed application forms available on the fund's website. "The process for applying for a loan has been simplified to ensure all eligible students in ...

Alarming Allegations of Genocide in Cross River Community Raised by UNICAL Lecturer

21May

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Alarming Allegations of Genocide in Cross River Community Raised by UNICAL Lecturer

Prof Ndem Ayara Ndiyo, a former economic adviser to the ex-governor of Cross River State, has brought attention to the alleged genocide being perpetrated by the people of Isu community in Arochukwu Local Government Area of Abia State against the Okwa Eburutu in Odukpani LGA of Cross River. In a radio interview that was widely broadcast on Tuesday morning and monitored in Calabar, the lecturer from the University of Calabar claimed that there is an ongoing massacre of the Okwa people. He mentioned that the organized killings date back to the mid-1960s during the Nigeria civil war. Ndiyo, who once chaired the peace and security panel between the Isu and Okwa communities in both states, elaborated on the root cause of the communal conflict being the abundant deposits of limestone in Okwa...

Exciting News: NLO First Round Playoffs – New Dates & Venues Unveiled

21May

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Exciting News: NLO First Round Playoffs – New Dates & Venues Unveiled

Recent changes have been announced by the Nationwide League One regarding the first round playoffs schedule and locations. Mark your calendars for the NLO playoffs set to take place from 27th to 29th May, 2024 at various designated centers. This decision stems from the aim to eliminate any improper collaborations among clubs during the competition. A memo has been circulated by the NLO to inform all participating teams about these modifications. Furthermore, it's been revealed that all playoff matches will be streamed live and broadcasted on television. The venues selected for the playoffs include Ibadan, Ado Ekiti, Ilorin, Kwale, Akure, Lafia, and Bwari. A total of twenty teams are slated to compete in the playoffs.

The funeral ceremony for late President Raisi commences in Iran

21May

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The funeral ceremony for late President Raisi commences in Iran

In Iran, funeral services have started for President Ebrahim Raisi, Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian, and others who lost their lives in Sunday's helicopter crash. According to state media, thousands of supporters of the government gathered in the city of Tabriz to pay their respects at the beginning of the ceremony. Tasnin news agency reported that additional mourning events were scheduled to take place in Qom, a city known for religious significance and pilgrimages, as well as in the capital city, Tehran. Raisi will be laid to rest on Thursday in Mashhad, his hometown located in the heart of Shia Islam, at the shrine of Imam Reza, the eighth Shia imam. Raisi and Amirabdollahian, along with seven others, tragically lost their lives in a helicopter crash due to thick fog in th...

Protest by Retired Police Officers Due to Unpaid Pensions [VIDEO]

21May

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Protest by Retired Police Officers Due to Unpaid Pensions [VIDEO]

Several retired police officers who are part of the contributory pension scheme have taken to the streets of Abuja in protest of their longstanding unpaid pensions. A video posted on Channels TV’s X handle showcased the retirees marching while holding placards and chanting, “We demand our rightful dues”. Hailing from different state branches, they voiced their discontent with the financial struggles their colleagues were facing as a result of PENCOM's failure to disburse their entitled funds. The retirees are calling on the Federal Government to consider exempting them from the contributory pension system. Watch the video below: Retired Police Officers in Nigeria covered by the contributory pension scheme protest against the backlog of unpaid pensions pic.twitter.com/MLDorQ9JoW — Cha...

A man loses limbs after being accused of stealing his elder brother’s mobile phone

21May

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A man loses limbs after being accused of stealing his elder brother’s mobile phone

Adamu, a resident of Sambi Daji village in Tumu District, Akko Local Government Area of Gombe State, has tragically lost both his hands due to a severe incident involving his elder brother. The elder brother had accused Adamu of stealing his mobile phone, leading to a harrowing series of events. The details of the event were shared by Zagazola Makama, an expert on counterterrorism and insurgency in the Lake Chad Basin, through a post on his X handle recently. According to Makama, the elder brother, whose name was not disclosed, apprehended Adamu and bound his hands with a rope, with the intention of holding him captive until he disclosed the whereabouts of the phone. Regrettably, the rope was fastened too tightly, resulting in restricted blood circulation to Adamu's hands. Upon loosen...

Arrest Made: Two Suspects Apprehended by Police in Delta Following Social Media Complaints

21May

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Metro

Arrest Made: Two Suspects Apprehended by Police in Delta Following Social Media Complaints

Following complaints about armed robbery incidents on social media, the Delta State Police Command has successfully apprehended two suspects. According to a statement released by the Delta Police spokesperson, Bright Edafe, the arrests occurred on Monday. The suspects, identified as Azuluonye Okonkwo, aged 21, and Anuku Joseph, were taken into custody following the social media reports. Edafe explained that the arrests came as a direct response to the numerous complaints regarding armed robberies circulating on social media platforms. In the statement, Edafe shared, “In response to the numerous reports of armed robberies circulating on social media and the assurance given by CP Abaniwonda Olufemi to arrest the culprits, the police arrested two individuals yesterday.” He continued, “The...

Declan Rice reveals conversation with Arsenal co-chairman Kroenke after Man City secures title

21May

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Declan Rice reveals conversation with Arsenal co-chairman Kroenke after Man City secures title

Arsenal's midfielder, Declan Rice, recently shared details of his chat with the club's co-chairman, Josh Kroenke, following the Gunners' narrow miss on the Premier League title, which was clinched by Manchester City. After their victory over Everton on Sunday, Rice and his teammates were disappointed to discover that Manchester City had also won their match against West Ham United, sealing their title win. Arsenal's hopes for the top spot hinged on City stumbling in the final round, but Pep Guardiola's team emerged victorious. Despite the season ending in disappointment for Arsenal for the second year in a row, Rice, who moved to the Gunners from West Ham last summer for £105 million, remains positive about his first year at the club. During an interview with NBC Sports, Rice recounted...