Tuesday, May 21

Value of N3.1bn Goods Seized by Customs: Donkey Bones, Tramadol, and More intercepted
21May By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
News

Value of N3.1bn Goods Seized by Customs: Donkey Bones, Tramadol, and More intercepted

Between April 17 and May 17, 2024, the Nigeria Customs Service, Federal Operations Unit (FOU), Zone “B” Command in Kaduna, has intercepted a total of smuggled goods worth over N3.1 billion. The seizure includes 54,000 sachets of tramadol, donkey bones, and other items found at different locations within the zone. The Comptroller of the FOU, Zone ‘B’, Ahmadu Bello-Shuaibu, revealed this information on Tuesday. Four suspects were arrested in relation to the smuggling of donkey bones and meat, he added. Additionally, the intercepted goods also consisted of 12 vehicles used for transportation, 174 bags of foreign rice (each weighing 50 kg), 234 jerry cans of PMS (25 litres each), 109 bales of second-hand clothing, 367 cartons of spaghetti, 50 cartons of macaroni, and 47 jerry cans of fore...
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Police Officer Apprehended for Assaulting Tricycle Operator with Rifle in Anambra
21May By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
Metro

Police Officer Apprehended for Assaulting Tricycle Operator with Rifle in Anambra

After a video went viral showing a police officer in Anambra State using the nozzle and butt of his AK-47 rifle to assault a tricycle operator, the Anambra State Police Command swiftly took action by arresting the officer. The incident sparked outrage, prompting the state police command's spokesperson, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, to issue a press release confirming the arrest of the officer for questioning. SP Ikenga stated, "The police officer involved in the viral video assaulting a citizen has been identified and apprehended." He added, "The Commissioner of Police, CP Nnaghe Obono Itam, has directed immediate disciplinary action to be taken regarding the incident." "CP Itam emphasized zero tolerance for unprofessional behavior by police officers under his command and stressed the importanc...
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Cristiano Ronaldo to Participate in Sixth Euros Championship
21May By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
Sports

Cristiano Ronaldo to Participate in Sixth Euros Championship

It has been confirmed that Cristiano Ronaldo, the captain of Portugal, will be taking part in his record-breaking sixth European Championship. At the age of 39, he has secured a spot in the 26-man squad for the upcoming tournament in Germany. Previously, Ronaldo shared the five Euros record with the iconic Spanish goalkeeper, Iker Casillas. Portugal's head coach, Roberto Martinez, highlighted Ronaldo's impressive stats by stating, "When it comes to Cristiano, the numbers speak for themselves. Scoring 42 goals in 42 games for his club demonstrates his consistency, physical fitness, and the scoring prowess that we admire and require." With 128 goals, Ronaldo holds the title of the highest all-time international scorer in men's competitions. The title of the oldest player in the P...
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21May By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
News

A First-class Monarch Deposed by Ondo Court, New Selection Process Ordered

After a lengthy 29-year chieftaincy dispute between the Olule Omoloja ruling house and the deposed Oba, Oba Michael Adetunji, the Olute of Ute in Ose Local Council of Ondo State, has been removed from his position by the Ondo High Court. Ruling that the retired major should cease using the title of Olute, Justice Enikuomehin ordered a fresh selection process to be conducted from within the Olule Omoloja ruling lineage. The court also granted damages and affirmed that Oluwole, as a member of the kingmakers, has no entitlement to the throne. Commenting on the verdict, Mr. Adewumi Fabuluje, the claimant's legal representative, characterized the ruling as a long-awaited triumph for the Olule Omolaja Ruling House, emphasizing that the legal battle had its origins in 1995 and had navigat...
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21May By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
News

Rivers State Situation: Governor Fubara is Prepared to Address Questions with Well-Documented Records Regarding Wike and Others

During the inauguration of Egbeda internal roads, Governor Sim Fubara of Rivers State emphasized his readiness to respond to inquiries by stating that he has meticulously recorded all his activities as a civil servant. Fubara highlighted that he possesses records that validate the fact that every action he took during his tenure as a civil servant was sanctioned through official approval processes. In response to critics questioning his decision to investigate the previous administration, particularly under Nyesom Wike, where he served as the Accountant-General, Governor Fubara expressed his stance. Despite the ongoing conflict with the current Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Governor Fubara has made it clear that he is intent on scrutinizing Wike's administration along...
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Atiku’s Advice to Kano State Government on Mosque Explosion Perpetrator
21May By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
News

Atiku’s Advice to Kano State Government on Mosque Explosion Perpetrator

Atiku Abubakar, the former presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has called on the Kano State government to investigate the explosion at Larabar Abasawa in Gezawa Local Government Area. A tragic incident occurred when a 38-year-old man, Shafi’u Abubakar, used a petrol bomb to set fire to a mosque during early morning prayers in Kano State. The Kano State Police Command has confirmed that the death toll from the mosque explosion has now reached fifteen. In response to this, Atiku has urged the state government to ensure that the perpetrator faces justice for this atrocious act. Expressing his condolences, Atiku stated on X, "I am deeply saddened by the tragic arson that claimed the lives of 23 individuals who were burnt alive while praying in a mosque at Larabar ...
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Insights from EVC Aminu Maida’s Address at NCC’s 2-day Public Inquiry on Regulatory Instruments
21May By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
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Insights from EVC Aminu Maida’s Address at NCC’s 2-day Public Inquiry on Regulatory Instruments

Commencing on Tuesday, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) initiated a 2-day Public Inquiry focusing on three regulatory instruments, also termed as subsidiary regulations. Dr. Aminu Maida, the Executive Vice Chairman of NCC, shared perspectives on the significance of the event, emphasizing NCC’s consultative strategy to incorporate inputs from industry stakeholders for inclusive regulatory instrument development. Highlighting NCC's role as the independent regulatory authority for Nigeria's communications sector, the EVC reiterated the commitment to fostering an efficient, accessible, and competitive telecom industry. With a dedication to transparency and inclusivity, the ongoing public inquiry underscores NCC's efforts to engage and consider all stakeholder opinions. Regardin...
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Once kidnapped, now set free: Military turns over 350 rescued individuals to Borno State Government
21May By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
News

Once kidnapped, now set free: Military turns over 350 rescued individuals to Borno State Government

350 civilians who were rescued by the Joint Task Force North East (NE) Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK) have been handed over to the Borno State Government, according to a statement released by Captain Reuben Konvangiya, the Acting Deputy Director of Army Public Relations at Headquarters Theatre Command. The rescued group is comprised of 6 adult males, 135 females, and 209 children, all saved during clearance and offensive operations conducted by troops of OPHK in the Sambisa forest. In recognition of the troops' professionalism, Deputy Theatre Commander Major General Kenneth Chigbu, standing in for the Theatre Commander, Major General Waidi Shaibu, commended the soldiers and thanked both local and international partners, as well as the Borno State Government, for their continuous support of...
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21May By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
News

The formation of a mediation committee by ECOWAS Parliament for Niger, Mali, Burkina Faso

An ad-hoc Mediation Committee will be established by the Parliament of Economic Community of West African States, ECOWAS, in collaboration with all stakeholders, to facilitate the return of Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso to the sub-regional body. During the inauguration of the 2024 2nd Extraordinary Session in Kano on Tuesday, Jibrin Barau, the First Deputy Speaker of the ECOWAS Parliament and Deputy Senate President, revealed this development. Barau mentioned that the decision aligns with the urgent plea from the President of the ECOWAS Commission for the Parliament to swiftly address critical issues within the community. Highlighting the necessity of collective efforts to prevent the fragmentation of the regional bloc with the potential departure of Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso, Bar...
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Ogun State Assembly Takes Action to Address Sale of Fake and Expired Drugs
21May By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
News

Ogun State Assembly Takes Action to Address Sale of Fake and Expired Drugs

Efforts to combat the sale of fake and expired drugs in Ogun State have received a boost following a resolution passed by the State House of Assembly. Lawmakers have called on the state government to intensify its efforts in tackling this pressing issue. The resolution was introduced by the Majority Leader, Yusuf Sheriff, and supported by a unanimous voice vote from the entire House. It underscores the importance of protecting citizens from the dangers posed by counterfeit pharmaceutical products. In his address, the sponsor of the motion, Wahab Haruna, who also chairs the House Committee on Health, highlighted the alarming prevalence of fake and expired drugs in the state. He shared a troubling incident involving constituents who unwittingly purchased expired medication from a local p...
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