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Yoruba Leader Backs DSS Call For Community Self-Defense As Insecurity Rises

27Apr

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Yoruba Leader Backs DSS Call For Community Self-Defense As Insecurity Rises

Victoria Omodara, President of Omoluabi Family and Yeye Dara Group has endorsed the Department of State Services director’s call for Nigerians to take proactive steps in defending themselves as security agencies grapple with rising threats from terrorists, bandits and kidnappers. Omodara in a press conference held in Ibadan said that the remarks by DSS Director General Adeola Ajayi, who acknowledged that security forces are overwhelmed, reflect the “harsh reality on the ground.” She also cited similar warnings by Chief of Defence Staff Gen. Christopher Musa and elder statesman TY Danjuma, who have urged communities to organize for their own protection. “This collective voice from our security leadership underscores the urgent need for communities to organize and safeguard themsel...

CBEX: SEC Warns Social Media Influencers, Bloggers Against Promoting Unregistered Schemes

21Apr

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CBEX: SEC Warns Social Media Influencers, Bloggers Against Promoting Unregistered Schemes

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has warned social media influencers and bloggers against promoting unregistered investment schemes. SEC’s director-general, Emomotimi Agama, gave the warning in a notice on Sunday. He said the commission was working closely with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), the Nigeria Police Force, and other relevant government agencies to investigate and prosecute violators. According to Mr Agama, the recently enacted Investments and Securities Act (ISA) 2025 targets unregistered investment scheme promoters. He urged celebrities, influencers, and bloggers to avoid endorsing such ventures or face legal consequences. “The law also covers influencers and bloggers who promote fraudulent schemes, with clear penalties, includi...

From Wrongful Conviction To Justice: Airman Receives International Support In Battle Against NAF

20Feb

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From Wrongful Conviction To Justice: Airman Receives International Support In Battle Against NAF

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) may face international scrutiny as an air force officer, MWO Michael Oyebanji has been invited by four international human rights organizations over what they perceived as injustice and violations of his fundamental human rights. These organizations, Sharpedgenews.com gathered are prepared to seek justice on his behalf, citing perceived injustices and violations of his fundamental human rights by the Nigeria Airforce. This follows a general court martial at the NAF base in Makurdi, Benue State, where he was sentenced to 21 years for allegedly misappropriating N41 million. Despite the officer's departure from Nigeria and a civil court overturning the court martial's verdict, he is receiving support from four international organizations, which are conce...

Tinubu Urges Peaceful Conduct Of Ondo Governorship Election

15Nov

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Tinubu Urges Peaceful Conduct Of Ondo Governorship Election

President Bola Tinubu has urged all political stakeholders and the electorate in Ondo to uphold peace and fulfil their civic responsibilities without fear during Saturday’s governorship election. Mr Tinubu made the call on Friday in a statement by his spokesman, Bayo Onanuga. The president also canvassed for the democratic process in the state that would genuinely reflect the people’s will and power to choose their leaders freely. He commended the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for its diligent preparations for the election, particularly its timely distribution of sensitive materials across all 18 local government areas in Ondo. During the exercise, the president also noted the deployment of security personnel to the state to maintain law and order. He app...

FULL TEXT: Tinubu’s Independence Day Speech

1Oct

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FULL TEXT: Tinubu’s Independence Day Speech

Fellow Nigerians, as I address you today, I am deeply aware of the struggles many of you face in these challenging times. Our administration knows that many of you struggle with rising living costs and the search for meaningful employment. I want to assure you that your voices are heard. As your President, I assure you that we are committed to finding sustainable solutions to alleviate the suffering of our citizens. Once again, I plead for your patience as the reforms we are implementing show positive signs, and we are beginning to see light at the end of the tunnel. Exactly 64 years ago, our founding fathers chose democracy as a form of government and launched the dream of a great country that would lead the rest of Africa out of poverty, ignorance, and underdevelopment, a beacon o...

Trump, Harris Face Pivotal Debate As Election Day Draws Near

10Sep

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Trump, Harris Face Pivotal Debate As Election Day Draws Near

Republican U.S. presidential candidate Donald Trump and Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris will meet on Tuesday to debate a phenomenon that may prove pivotal in their pitched battle for the White House.The ABC News-hosted debate at 9:00 p.m. ET (0100 GMT on Wednesday) takes place just eight weeks before the November 5 election, with both candidates locked in a tight race that could still easily swing in either direction. Early voting will start in some states just days after the debate. The encounter is particularly important for Ms Harris, with opinion polls showing that more than a quarter of likely voters feel they do not yet know enough about her, in contrast to the well-known Mr Trump. The nationally televised debate also offers Ms Harris, a former prosecutor, a chance to ...

4Jun

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Labour Suspends Minimum Wage Strike

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress (TUC) have “relaxed” their nationwide strike for a few days. A top official of the NLC told journalists that the strike has been “relaxed for a few days”. Labour had embarked on the strike after negotiations with the federal government on a new minimum wage met a brick wall. The industrial action paralysed economic and government activities across the nation for two days. Organised labour suspended the strike after its national executive council (NEC) meeting in Abuja on Tuesday. Festus Osifo, TUC president, said a communique on the development will be issued shortly. Labour had reached an agreement with the federal government on a minimum wage threshold on Monday. The tripartite committee will continue negotiati...

Read Full Text Of Atiku’s Press Conference On Supreme Court’s Verdict

30Oct

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Read Full Text Of Atiku’s Press Conference On Supreme Court’s Verdict

Being text of a World Press Conference on the Presidential Election Petition Judgment by Atiku Abubakar, GCON, Waziri Adamawa, former Vice President of Nigeria (1999-2007) and Presidential Candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party in the 2023 Election, at the PDP Headquarters in Abuja on Monday, 30th October, 2023. Protocol. Gentlemen of the Press. Someone asked me what I would do if I lost my election petition appeal at the Supreme Court. In response, I said that as long as Nigeria wins, the struggle would have been worth the while. By that, I meant that the bigger loss would not be mine but Nigeria’s if the Supreme Court legitimizes illegality, including forgery, identity theft, and perjury. If the Supreme Court, the highest court in the land, implies by its judgment that crime is goo...