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Amaechi Mourns Kyari, Condoles with Family

19Apr

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Amaechi Mourns Kyari, Condoles with Family

The Minister of Transportation, Mr. Rotimi Amaechi, has condoled with President, Muhammadu Buhari and the Kyari family on the passing of the Chief of Staff to the President, Mallam Abba Kyari. (more…)

Sanwo-Olu Mourns Kyari, Commiserates with Buhari

18Apr

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Sanwo-Olu Mourns Kyari, Commiserates with Buhari

By Samuel Alonge Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu has condoled with President Muhammadu Buhari on the death of his former Chief of Staff, Mallam Abba Kyari, who passed on in the early hours of Saturday. (more…)

APC Mourns Mallam Abba Kyari, Extol Virtues

18Apr

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APC Mourns Mallam Abba Kyari, Extol Virtues

Dayo Omoogun The All Progressives Congress (APC) has expressed sadness over the death of Mallam Abba Kyari, who until his death yesterday, was the Chief of Staff to President Buhari. The Statement signed Lanre Issa Onilu extolled his virtues and condoled with his family, the President among others. “Even in death, the fond memories and indelible strides Mallam Abba Kyari left on earth will be celebrated for a long time. We remember a cerebral Nigerian who excelled in his private dealings, professional endevours and public service. “The president has indeed lost a competent, trusted, loyal, strong right hand man and longtime adviser who promoted, protected and defended his interest in good times and adversity. “The Party condoles with Mallam Abba Kyari's immediate family, the President, lea...

Abba Kyari, Chief of President Buhari Succumbs to COVID-19

18Apr

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Abba Kyari, Chief of President Buhari Succumbs to COVID-19

By SHARPEDGE EDITORIAL TEAM President Muhammadu Buhari's numero uno and arrow head in his kitchen cabinet and inner caucus, Mallam Abba Kyari, on Friday gave up the ghost, arising from complications in COVID-19 pandemic. (more…)

COVID-19 Comment Blacklash: Presidency Asks Senator Ndume to Shut-up

17Apr

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COVID-19 Comment Blacklash: Presidency Asks Senator Ndume to Shut-up

By Mohammed Mohammed For intruding into the affairs of the Presidential Task Force on COVID-19: an area where he appears to have taken ignorance to higher height, the Presidency on Friday lampooned Senator Ali Ndume, asking him to hold his peace or better still remain quiet. (more…)

PRESS RELEASE: KILLERS OF MRS FUNKE OLAKUNRIN, DAUGHTER OF CHIEF REUBEN FASORANTI, NABBED.

16Apr

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PRESS RELEASE: KILLERS OF MRS FUNKE OLAKUNRIN, DAUGHTER OF CHIEF REUBEN FASORANTI, NABBED.

- IGP assures diligent prosecution of culprits - declares gang leader, Tambaya, wanted Police Operatives have arrested the killers of Mrs Funke Olakunrin, daughter of the leader of the PAN-Yoruba socio-cultural organization, Afenifere, Chief Reuben Fasorantin. The suspects are: i. Lawal Mazaje ‘m’ 40yrs from Felele area of Kogi State ii. Adamu Adamu 'm' 50yrs from Jada area of Adamawa State. iii. Mohammed Shehu Usman 'm' 26 years from Illela area of Sokoto State iv. Auwal Abubakar 'm’ 25yrs from Shinkafi area of Zamfara State Recall that on 13th July, 2019, following the attack and murder of Mrs Funke Olakunrin by unknown persons between Kajola and Ore along Ondo-Ore road in Ondo State on 12th July, 2019, the Inspector General of Police, IGP M.A Adamu, NPM, mni deployed the Commissioner of...

COVID-19 Economic Backlash: CASER Commences Cash Donation to 50 Vulnerable Families, Children

15Apr

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COVID-19 Economic Backlash: CASER Commences Cash Donation to 50 Vulnerable Families, Children

By Dwelleth Morountodun The Executive Director, Citizens Advocacy, Social and Economic Rights (CASER), Barr. Frank Tietie, on Wednesday, reiterated the determination of the organization to reach out to 50 vulnerable (more…)

NHRC Says Police, Army Killed 18 Surpassing 11 Deaths from COVID-19 During Lockdown

15Apr

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NHRC Says Police, Army Killed 18 Surpassing 11 Deaths from COVID-19 During Lockdown

By Mohammed Mohammed The Executive Secretary of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), Barr Tony Ojukwu, has accused the the Nigeria Police and Army of extra judicial killings 18 Nigerian during the lockdown to prevent the spread of COVID-19. (more…)

NEWS ANALYSIS: As Buhari Tasks Ministers on Effective Policy Formulation to Tackle COVID-19

15Apr

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NEWS ANALYSIS: As Buhari Tasks Ministers on Effective Policy Formulation to Tackle COVID-19

Following President Muhammadu Buhari's beckon on the Minister of Science Technology, Dr. Ogbonnaya Onu and his colleagues in the ExCo to formulate scientific policy on tackling COVID-19, (more…)

Lockdown Extension:: FRSC to Step Up Enforcement, Orders Arrest of Violators, Unauthorized Vehicles

14Apr

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Lockdown Extension:: FRSC to Step Up Enforcement, Orders Arrest of Violators, Unauthorized Vehicles

By Frank Momoh Following President Muhammadu Buhari's extension of the current lockdown for another 14 days, the Corps Marshal Federal Road Safety Corps, Dr Boboye Oyeyemi on Tuesday ordered Officers to step up ongoing enforcement on restrictions and physical distancing amongst vehicle occupants. (more…)

CBN Disclaims Processing Fee for COVID-19 Loans

14Apr

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CBN Disclaims Processing Fee for COVID-19 Loans

By Dayo Omoogun The apex Bank has reacted to social media reports that loan seekers under the COVID-19 special intervention loans are required to pay a processing fee. (more…)

PRESIDENT MUHAMMADU BUHARI: ON THE EXTENSION OF COVID- 19 PANDEMIC LOCKDOWN IN FCT, LAGOS AND OGUN STATES

13Apr

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PRESIDENT MUHAMMADU BUHARI: ON THE EXTENSION OF COVID- 19 PANDEMIC LOCKDOWN IN FCT, LAGOS AND OGUN STATES

1. Fellow Nigerians 2. In my address on Sunday, 29th March, 2020, I asked the residents of Lagos and Ogun States as well as the Federal Capital Territory (more…)

SEC Refutes Employing 811 Anambra Indigenes, Disclaims Viral Video

13Apr

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SEC Refutes Employing 811 Anambra Indigenes, Disclaims Viral Video

By Dayo Omoogun The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on Monday refuted a video that has gone viral and being circulated in the social media that it employed 811 Anambra Indigenes and 1 from Kano State. (more…)

COVID-19: Buhari to Address the Nation at 7 PM Today

13Apr

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COVID-19: Buhari to Address the Nation at 7 PM Today

President Muhammadu Buhari will broadcast to the nation today Monday, April 13, at 7pm. No doubt the president will use the momentum to clear the air on the lockdown in Lagos, Abuja and Ogun, which was necessitated by the CORONAVIRUS pandemic. (more…)

COVID-19: Edo Constitutes Mobile Courts to Try Violators of Standard Protocol

11Apr

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COVID-19: Edo Constitutes Mobile Courts to Try Violators of Standard Protocol

By Frank Momoh The Edo State Judiciary has constituted Mobile Courts across the state to try violators of the Edo State Dangerous Infectious Diseases (Emergency Prevention) Regulations 2020, invoked by Governor Godwin Obaseki to curb the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19) in the state. (more…)

COVID-19: NITDA DG Admonishes Starups on Entrpreneurial Mindset, Creativity

11Apr

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COVID-19: NITDA DG Admonishes Starups on Entrpreneurial Mindset, Creativity

By Seun Adams The Director General, National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Mr. Kashifu Abdullahi, has reiterated that amidst the uncertainties of the pandemic NITDA is resolved (more…)

Senate Felicitates with Nigerians at Easter

10Apr

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Senate Felicitates with Nigerians at Easter

By Dwelleth Morountodun The Senate has extended it's felicitation to Nigerians, particularly of the Christian faith, as we and the rest of the world celebrate Easter, a very important event in the calendar of the followers of Jesus Christ. (more…)

$300m Abacha Loot: EFCC Tackles US Senator, Says Commission Transparent in Mgt of Looted Fund

10Apr

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$300m Abacha Loot: EFCC Tackles US Senator, Says Commission Transparent in Mgt of Looted Fund

By Mohammed Mohammed The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has raised the alarm over the recent allegation against the Acting Chairman of the EFCC, Mr. Ibrahim Magu by the United States, US Senate's Chairman, Committee on Finance, Charles E. Grassley on looted funds. (more…)

N2trn Controversy: N’ Assembly Clears Insinuations, Says Money Wasn’t on Agenda in its Meeting with Humanitarian Minister

9Apr

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N2trn Controversy: N’ Assembly Clears Insinuations, Says Money Wasn’t on Agenda in its Meeting with Humanitarian Minister

By Mohammed Mohammed The National Assembly on Thursday has debunked some newspaper reports arising from its meeting with the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Disaster Management and Social Development, Hajia Sadiya Farouq, on Tuesday. (more…)

COVID-19: Lawan Applauds Task Force, Urges Better Coordination

9Apr

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COVID-19: Lawan Applauds Task Force, Urges Better Coordination

By Frank Momoh The President of the Senate, Ahmad Lawan, on Thursday applauded members of the Presidential Task Force (PTF) on COVID-19 for their (more…)