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17Jul By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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If Tinubu is not disqualified by the Court, forget about justice in Nigeria – Onu

I have carefully perused the Petition of APM versus Tinubu, Shetima, APC and INEC and all I can say is that it appeared too mundane, but carries the strongest venom against Tinubu, Shetima, APC and INEC. Many looked down on the case and say that the Supreme Court has already determined the issue of double nomination. However, a close look at the Petition will show that the case was never about double nomination of Shetima, but one of invalid nomination. The core of the case is that as at the time Tinubu nominated his running mate, he himself was no longer a candidate by virtue of the a combine provisions of the Constitution and Electoral Act, 2022 in Section 142 (1) and Section 33 of the Constitution and Electoral Act, respectively. Let me bring you closer to the fact, law and the P...

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17Jul By Alaba AbdulrazakNo Comments

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Increase Judges’ Salaries To Equal Senators’ Jumbo Pay, Ajulo Tells Tinubu

A constitutional lawyer, Kayode Ajulo, has urged President Bola Tinubu to align the salaries of judges in Nigeria with that of senators. Mr Ajulo said this in a statement on Monday. He decried the disproportionate remuneration of the judiciary compared to the other two arms of government despite the significance of its works. He said judges’ social and welfare security should also be critically addressed, including fair and improved salaries and emoluments. Mr Ajulo drew attention to the 2022 judgment of the National Industrial Court of Nigeria, which called for a substantial increment in the salaries of the Chief Justice of Nigeria and other judges. “It is unacceptable that judges’ salaries have remained stagnant since 2008, and this necessitates immediate action,” he noted. ...

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17Jul By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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Adamu resigns as National Chairman of APC

The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Sen. Abdullahi Adamu, on Sunday announced his resignation as the leader of the ruling party. It was gathered that Senator Adamu resigned his position on the orders of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.The National Secretary of the party, Iyiola Omisore also tendered his resignation few minutes later. It would be recalled that the former Governor of Nasarawa State has been embattled since the party won the presidential election on February 25, 2023. Speaking on the development, Prime Business Africa (PBA) on Sunday, July 16 said it received the unvarnished affirmation from reliable sources within the ruling party and the Presidency that Adamu “resigned a few minutes ago on the orders of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.” Though,...

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16Jul By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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Maguire stripped off Captain of Man Utd

…says he was disappointed but is ready to give his all Manchester united defender , Harry Maguire has said the manager of the club, Erik Ten hag has informed him of his plans of choosing a new captain. Maguire was named the club captain by former manager of the club , Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and remained captain of the club last season. However, Maguire announced in a statement on Sunday via his Twitter page that he was disappointed by the plans of the manager but will give his all for the united shirt. He said "After discussions with the manager today he has informed me he is changing captain. He outlined his reasons to me and whilst I’m personally extremely disappointed, I will continue to give my all every time I wear the shirt." "So I wanted to say a massive thank you to t...

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16Jul By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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Sporting Lagos wins Naija Super 8 after a thrilling game

Sporting Lagos, the newly-promoted team to the Nigeria Premier League (NPL), has continued their giant-killing performance at the Naija Super 8 as they brushed aside Remo Stars to win the money-spinning maiden edition of Naija Super 8 through a penalty shootout which they won 4-2. Heading to the game, the Lagos team was regarded as the under dog seeing that they are a new team but they showed grit, tact and composure to face Nigerian topflight side of a couple of years, Remo Stars, and were not intimidated. In the dying minute of the second half, chaos was about to erupt when the referee canceled a goal scored by Remo , rulling it out for offside even though replay showed the player wasn't off side. The players were involved in an altercation on the field with fans throwing bottl...

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16Jul By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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NASS Palliative Of N110bn Is Illegal, Callous – Femi Falana

Human rights lawyer, Femi Falana, has strongly criticized the National Assembly's decision to allocate N70 billion as palliatives for its members, deeming it illegal and contemptuous. He stated this in a press statement released on Sunday. Falana highlighted the clear violation of relevant provisions in the Nigerian Constitution and urged an immediate reversal of these contentious measures. The allocation of N70 billion, distributed among 306 newly elected members, coupled with the N40 billion reserved for purchasing Sports Utility Vehicles (SUVs) and bulletproof cars for principal officials and members, has ignited widespread public outrage. Falana, who isn't the first to condemn it, emphasized the National Assembly's callousness and lack of empathy, particularly in light of the...

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16Jul By Alaba AbdulrazakNo Comments

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Police Arrest Woman Seen Beating Her 75-Year-Old Mother In Viral Video

The police in Anambra has arrested one Ukamaka Udugbo from Abagana, Njikoka Local Government Area of the state for allegedly beating her 75-year-old mother under her care. The divisional police officer of Abagana police station, SP Ifeanyi Umeh confirmed the arrest when an NGO, 50-50 Action Group of the WomenAid Collective (WACOL) visited him on the incident. Mr Umeh said that the police station was informed about how the suspect had been physically assaulting her septuagenarian mother and immediate action initiated which led to the arrest of the accused. Mr Umeh said that after investigation and documentation, the case would be transferred to the police command in Awka. Ify Unachukwu, the leader of the delegation, thanked the police for the prompt response and urged the force...

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16Jul By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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PwDs Commission wants equal opportunities in administration of subsidy palliative  

Mr James Lalu, the Executive Secretary, National Commission for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD) has advocated the need to ensure Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) get equal opportunity in the administration of federal government's fuel subsidy palliative. Lalu who disclosed while fielding questions from journalists on Sunday in Abuja, said persons with disabilities are the most vulnerable in this situation, hence the need to prioritise their welfare.  '' We stand by the federal government's fuel subsidy removal, while the government is working on the palliative to cushion the effect of the subsidy issue. ''Our request has already been forwarded and I am happy that the secretary to the government of the federation is handling the request.  '' We are hoping that to se...

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16Jul By Alaba AbdulrazakNo Comments

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Appeals Court Pauses Order That Restricts Biden Officials From Contacting Social Networks

Biden administration officials can freely communicate with social media companies — for now. The 5th Circuit Court of Appeals has put a pause on Judge Terry A. Doughty's order that prohibits most federal officials from talking to companies like Meta about content. According to The New York Times, the three-judge panel has ruled for Doughty's preliminary injunction to be put aside "until further orders of the court." If you'll recall, the state attorneys general of Louisiana and Missouri filed a lawsuit against President Joe Biden and other top government officials, including Dr. Anthony Fauci. They accused the current administration of pressuring social media companies to censor certain topics and remove content. The lawsuit, the Washington Post reports, is based on ema...

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16Jul By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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Messi Finally Seals Contract With Inter Miami

Argentine star, Lionel Messi, has been signed by American professional football club Inter Miami. Messi penned a two-year deal that will have him remain at the club until 2025. Messi is expected to make his debut at Inter Miami this coming Friday when the club will host Cruz Azul in the Leagues Cup. The 36-year-old striker would be officially unveiled by the club on Sunday in a grand ceremony ahead of the club’s match on Friday. “I’m very excited to start this next step in my career with Inter Miami and in the United States,” Messi, who moves from Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) said in a statement. The seven-time Ballon d’Or winner’s arrival in Miami has already caused a sensation and is expected to spark greater interest in the game and MLS across the United States. It’s als...

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16Jul By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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ILO, FG, charge youths on digital skills acquisition, self-reliance

The International Labour Organisation (ILO) and the Federal Government have called on the youth to invest their time more in acquiring digital skills to be self-reliant. The call was made on Friday in Abuja at theWorld Youth Skills Day (WYSD) 2023 ceremony, centered on inter-generational dialogue between youth development stakeholders and young people in the green, digital and creative sector of Nigerian economy. The event with the theme: “Empowering Youth for a Sustainable Future: Building Skills for Tomorrow” was organised by ILO through collaboration with the UN Nigeria, Nigeria Youth SDG, Youth Employ Africa and Africado Foundation. Vanessa Phala, ILO Country Director, for Nigeria, Ghana, Liberia and Sierra Leone, said the dialogue had become important for youth stakeholders ...

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16Jul By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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Arsenal announce £105million signing of Declan Rice from West Ham

The 24-year-old midfielder, who joined the Hammers in 2014 after being released by Chelsea, has penned a long-term contract at the Emirates. Arsenal announced the deal by live streaming a video of Rice being introduced to his teammates in a meeting. Manager Mikel Arteta addressed his players during their pre-season tour of Germany before introducing Rice alongside fellow new signing Jurrien Timber, who was announced on Friday. As the camera panned to Rice in the back row, he said: "I'll say a few words. First day… really looking forward to playing with you all, to sharing memories together and see what you've been doing the last couple seasons. "I'm really looking forward to getting started and enjoying a few trophies together." Rice, who will wear No.41, becomes Arsenal's ...

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16Jul By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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Title: Chief Dr Amb Ebosetale David Aigbefoh Esq Receives Humanitarian Service Award from Rotary Club of Abuja Utako

Chief Dr Amb Ebosetale David Aigbefoh Esq has been Honoured with the esteemed Humanitarian Service Award by the Rotary Club of Abuja Utako, for his remarkable display of recognition for exceptional contributions and unwavering support to humanity. This prestigious international club acknowledged his outstanding efforts during a special ceremony held on July 15, 2023. The recognition bestowed upon Chief Dr Amb Ebosetale David Aigbefoh Esq by the Rotary Club stands as a testament to his remarkable dedication and commitment to improving the lives of others. Throughout his illustrious career, he has consistently demonstrated a deep compassion for humanity and a relentless drive to make a positive impact in the world.Mr Essien Patrick Ngasso was also honoured at the Ceremony for his c...

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15Jul By Alaba AbdulrazakNo Comments

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Subsidy Removal: Ebonyi Increases Workers Salary By N10,000

The Ebonyi government has approved N10,000 as addition to its worker’s salary as part of efforts to cushion the effects of fuel subsidy removal. Chikadibia Okpor, Commissioner for Information and Orientation, announced the approval to reporters after the Executive Council Meeting on Friday in Abakaliki. “The issue of workers’ salaries was raised and deliberated by Exco. The sum of N10,000 will be added to every worker’s salary in the state to cushion the effect of fuel subsidy removal,” he said. On subvention to the Ebonyi State University, the commissioner noted that Governor Francis Nwifuru has mandated the Secretary to the State Government, Grace Umezuruike, to look into the finances of the institution. “The council also approved the employment of 1,454 into the state civil...

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15Jul By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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FG harps on remittance of all FGN revenues into Consolidated Revenue Fund.

Abuja, July 15, 2023 - Mr. Zacchaeus Adedeji, the Special Adviser to Mr. President on Revenues Matters has called on all Government Owned Enterprises (GOEs)Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) to ensure timeous remittance of all revenues due to the FGN to the Consolidated Revenue Fund (CRF). Adedeji said in line with his mandate to bring sanity and improvement to the revenue architecture of the Federal Government of Nigeria, he had been taking measures to secure the FG’s basic revenue framework. The recently appointed Special Adviser (SA) to the Mr President made the remarks at an unscheduled visit to the Executive Chairman of Fiscal Responsibility Commission (FRC), Victor Muruako on Friday. The SA apprised the Executive Chairman of FRC of the determination of the Presiden...

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14Jul By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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CISLAC Urges Civil Society Involvement In Proposed Subsidy Palliative

The Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre, CISLAC, has called on government to engage civil society actors who represent the people for wider stakeholder consultations crucial to public trust and acceptability in proposed subsidy palliative to harmonize positions on various economic issues which should be given due consideration. Speaking on the proposed subsidy palliative in Abuja, the executive director of CISLAC, Auwal Musa Rafsanjani, said the fiscal space created by the subsidy withdrawal must be provided for wider public goods and the resources saved could be reallocated to those groups most affected by the reform by adopting complementary measures as about 27% of the country’s average household budgets is dedicated to fuel-related expenses. He said: "The reallocation of s...

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14Jul By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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Air Force Fighter Jet Crash in Benue

A Nigerian Air Force fighter jet on Friday crashed in Makurdi, Benue State capital. The crash was confirmed by the NAF Director of Public Relations and Information, Air Commodore, Edward Gabkwet, in a statement on Friday. He said the crash occurred during training, two pilots onboard the aircraft survived and were being observed in a military facility. "An FT7-NI aircraft crashed today in Makurdi. The cause of the crash could not be immediately ascertained. It had two Airmen onboard. They ejected unhurt from the jet.” "Meanwhile, the Chief of Air Staff, Air Vice Marshal Hasan Abubakar, has constituted a Board of Inquiry to determine the immediate and remote causes of the crash,” he said.

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14Jul By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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Greenwood Announce Birth of his child with Girlfriend

Manchester United striker, Mason Greenwood has announced the birth of his child in a rare post on Instagram. It is the first time Greenwood has posted an update on his Instagram profile since his arrest in January, 2022. Greater Manchester Police announced on February 2 of this year that the 21-year-old no longer faces criminal proceedings. Greenwood had been charged with attempted rape, engaging in controlling and coercive behaviour and assault. But all charges against him were dropped after key witnesses withdrew their involvement in the case and new material came to light during the police investigation. Greenwood remains suspended by United while the club continues an internal investigation into his behaviour before making a final decision over his future. The strike...

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14Jul By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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Senate Confirms Appointment of service chiefs

The Senate, on Thursday, confirmed the nomination of service chiefs newly appointed by President Bola Tinubu. The Senate screened the top brass and held a closed-door session where the service chiefs answered questions on defense-related matters and topical issues. President Tinubu had requested the Senate to confirm the service chiefs in a letter read on Monday. During the plenary on Thursday, the Senate started the screening process, with each service chief speaking about their plans to tackle insecurity in the country if confirmed. The confirmed service chiefs are Maj. Gen. C.G Musa (Chief of Defence Staff), Maj. Gen. T. A Lagbaja (Chief of Army Staff), Rear Admiral E. A Ogalla (Chief of Naval Staff), AVM H.B Abubakar (Chief of Air Staff), IGP Kayode Egbetokun (Acting Inspe...

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14Jul By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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NCAA Suspends Operations of Max Air

The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has taken the decision to suspend the operations of all Boeing B737 aircraft belonging to Max Air, a domestic carrier. This suspension comes into effect immediately, according to a letter sent by the regulatory body to the airline. The official communication, bearing the reference NCAA/DG/AIR/11/16/363 and dated July 12, 2023, is titled 'Suspension of Parts A3 and D43 of the Operations Specifications Issued to Max Air with Immediate Effect'. The letter was signed by Capt. Ibrahim Bello Dambazau, Director of Operations, Training and Licensing at NCAA, on behalf of Capt. Musa Nuhu, the Director General of NCAA. This therefore means that all domestic flights operated by Max Air will remain suspended until further notice. The letter p...

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