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Kano government cannot ban street begging, they are just trying to appease their masters abroad – Council of Ulamas slam Governor Ganduje
27Feb By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Kano government cannot ban street begging, they are just trying to appease their masters abroad – Council of Ulamas slam Governor Ganduje

The decision of the Kano State government to ban street begging has been criticized by the Council of Ulamas, who accused Governor Abdullahi Ganduje of insincerity in the move. The Chairman of the Council, Ibrahim Khalil, expressed their opinion to newsmen on Wednesday, February 26. Khalil highlighted the historical opposition of the Ulama to previous attempts at banning street begging and stated that the necessary measures to address different forms of street begging must be put in place before a successful ban can be implemented. He also emphasized the need to identify Quranic clerics involved in street begging and understand the specific needs and problems of the beggars before providing the right solutions. Khalil criticized the government for not consulting with experienced individ...
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Senate moves to create agency to rehabilitate repentant Boko Haram members
20Feb By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Senate moves to create agency to rehabilitate repentant Boko Haram members

The Nigerian Senate has introduced a new bill to establish an agency responsible for the rehabilitation, deradicalisation, and integration of repentant Boko Haram members in the country. The bill, sponsored by Senator Ibrahim Gaidam of Yobe East senatorial district, was read for the first time during Thursday's plenary on February 20th. Last month, the Nigerian military reported that approximately 608 repentant insurgents were participating in the De-radicalisation, Rehabilitation and Reintegration (DRR) programme under Operation Safe Corridor in Malam-Sidi, Gombe State. The programme includes formal literacy classes, skills acquisition, Islamic Religious Knowledge (IRK), as well as drug and psychotherapy for the repentant sect members.
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103 individuals succumb to Lassa fever as it spreads across 16 states
20Feb By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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103 individuals succumb to Lassa fever as it spreads across 16 states

The recent outbreak of Lassa fever in Nigeria has resulted in the deaths of 103 individuals, as disclosed by the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) on Wednesday, February 19. The outbreak was reported to have commenced on December 30, 2019. The unfortunate victims were inhabitants of Ondo, Edo, Ebonyi, Kano, Kogi, Kaduna, Taraba, Plateau, Bauchi, Enugu, Abia, Benue, Borno, Gombe, Sokoto, and Katsina. A total of 586 cases have been confirmed countrywide, with Edo bearing the highest burden of confirmed cases at 35%, followed by Ondo at 32% and Ebonyi at 6%. Additionally, 26 states have documented at least one confirmed case within the 101 local government areas in the country. Part of the NCDC's report states: "Cumulatively fr...
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The release of 1400 rehabilitated Boko Haram suspects by the Nigerian government sparks outrage among soldiers
11Feb By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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The release of 1400 rehabilitated Boko Haram suspects by the Nigerian government sparks outrage among soldiers

In the North East, Nigerian soldiers have expressed their discontent as the Federal government allegedly released 1,400 "repentant" Boko Haram suspects under the Operation Safe Corridor programme, initiated in 2016 for the deradicalisation and rehabilitation of ex-Boko Haram members. The release of these rehabilitated sect members in Borno state was confirmed by Babakura Jato, the commissioner of Information in Borno state, who stated that they were released after it was found that they were not connected to the sect or were children of Boko Haram members. The soldiers, who witnessed the release, voiced their confusion and frustration at the government's actions, questioning the sense in releasing individuals who had previously captured and killed soldiers. "A lot of soldiers are no...
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Dentist flees after allegedly killing student with wrong injection
30Jan By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Dentist flees after allegedly killing student with wrong injection

The alleged killing of a student by a dentist who administered the wrong injection has sparked controversy. The incident took place at the General hospital in Gombe State, and the dentist is reportedly on the run. The tragic death of the student, identified as 'Alex', occurred just a day before his birthday due to the alleged negligence of the dentist. The news has generated significant attention and public outcry. The gravity of the situation is evident in the social media response, as highlighted in the tweets below. These images underscore the severity of the incident and its impact on the public.
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2020: Here’s President Buhari’s New Year letter to Nigerians
1Jan By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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2020: Here’s President Buhari’s New Year letter to Nigerians

President Buhari has penned a New Year letter to the Nigerian people as the world welcomes a new decade. In the letter, the Nigerian leader expressed hope and optimism for the 2020s, referring to it as the "Nigerian Decade of prosperity and promise for Nigeria and for Africa". Buhari commended the commitment shown by the millions who participated in the peaceful February elections and assured his determination to strengthen the electoral process not only in Nigeria but also across the region. He stated that as a result of his impending standing down in 2023 and unavailability for future elections, he is focused on enhancing the security of the nation and the welfare of its citizens. Acknowledging the challenges faced by the security forces in combating violent extremists, cultists, and ...
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Tinubu Takes Full Control of the Entire APC, Threatens All Newly-Elected Lawmakers Like School Pupils
1Apr By Ahmed AfolabiNo Comments
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Tinubu Takes Full Control of the Entire APC, Threatens All Newly-Elected Lawmakers Like School Pupils

Tinubu Takes Full Control of the Entire APC, Threatens All Newly-Elected Lawmakers Like School Pupils The National Leader of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Bola Tinubu, has said that the newly elected APC Lawmakers must tow the party line, or be chased out of the party. Tinubu stated this while speaking with Journalists, after a prayer programme organised by Islamic and Christian Clerics, to mark his 67th birthday. “Party discipline is key, we must be disciplined in the party. We were a little careless in 2015. We created the opportunity for serpent to get into our party, and that did not allow Nigeria to make the desired progress. “You have seen the result of it, and we are not going to allow that to happen again. We are going to respect our party, and we are going to apply th...
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Full List of Newly Elected Governors, Political Parties
25Mar By Ahmed AfolabiNo Comments
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Full List of Newly Elected Governors, Political Parties

Full List of Newly Elected Governors, Political Parties 2019 general election has produced 27 governors-elect. However, Rivers, Adamawa and Bauchi States are still undecided. INEC, however, concluded election in Plateau, Benue, Sokoto and Kano on Saturday. NewsNow has compiled list of governors elected so far from the March 9 and March 23 governorship election. Below is a list of the governors-elect: Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi – (PDP) Enugu State.David Umahi – (PDP) Ebonyi StateInuwa Yahaya (APC) Gombe StateOkezie Ikpeazu (PDP) Abia StateAbubakar Bello (APC) Niger StateSeyi Makinde (PDP) Oyo StateEmmanuel Udom (PDP) Akwa Ibom StateProf. Ben Ayade (PDP) Cross RiverMaiMala Buni (APC) Yobe StateBabajide Sanwo-Olu (APC) Lagos StateDapo Abiodun (APC) OgunIfeanyi Okowa (PDP) Delta.Babagana Zulu...
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EXPOSED! How SARAKI Is Contesting For President and Senate at the Same Time
5Oct By Ahmed AfolabiNo Comments
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EXPOSED! How SARAKI Is Contesting For President and Senate at the Same Time

EXPOSED! How SARAKI Is Contesting For President and Senate at the Same Time Despite the presidential ambition of the Senate President, Bukola Saraki, there has been a rumor making the rounds over the past few weeks that he’s still keeping an eye on the Senate seat in case he loses the presidential ticket to another aspirant. The uncertainties over the winner of the ticket have now lent more credence to the rumor as a source told TheCable that the Senate President bought the forms as well as the ones to allow him run for president. The source said; “The Senate president picked the form as well as that of presidential. I can tell you that he is more interested in retaining his seat at the senate than being the head of this country. “If he had not obtained the form, a man like David M...
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“Nigerians Will Have Swollen Pockets If Money Diverted Under GEJ Is Distributed” – Oshiomhole
26May By Ahmed AfolabiNo Comments
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“Nigerians Will Have Swollen Pockets If Money Diverted Under GEJ Is Distributed” – Oshiomhole

“Nigerians Will Have Swollen Pockets If Money Diverted Under GEJ Is Distributed” – Oshiomhole Former governor of Edo state, Adams Oshiomhole, has taken another swipe at ex-President Goodluck Jonathan. Oshiomole’s latest criticism came on Friday while addressing APC leaders in Edo. He said if the money allegedly diverted under the Jonathan-led regime is shared among Nigerians, everyone would be “rich”. The former labour leader said there is a need to constantly reiterate that the 16-year reign of PDP “plunged Nigerians into poverty”. Oshiomole added that the APC under President Muhammadu Buhari has been making efforts to “pull us out of that hole”. Oshiomole said ; “It is our task as party activist to painstakingly explain to our people in the rural areas to understand who dug the ho...
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