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Deputy Speaker Kalu: Don’t blame Tinubu for Nigeria’s current economic problems

NewsDeskNgMay 6, 2024May 6, 20240

Deputy Speaker, Benjamin Kalu has said President Bola Tinubu is not to blame for the present economic crisis in Nigeria. Kalu made this statement on Sunday after he feted orphans, widows, PWDs and the aged at his home in Abia State to celebrate his 53rd birthday. The Deputy Speaker responded...

Adamawa govt postpones school resumption over measles outbreak

NewsDeskNgMay 6, 2024May 6, 20240

The Adamawa State Government has postponed the resumption of schools for the third term. The schools which formally reopened on Monday were told the same day to close until next Monday, May 13. The state Ministry of Education and Human Capital Development said in a circular dated 6/5/2024 that the,...

David Moyes’ replacement at West Ham revealed

NewsDeskNgMay 6, 2024May 6, 20240

David Moyes’ replacement at West Ham United has been revealed. According to football transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, former Real Madrid coach Julen Lopetegui will take over from Moyes next season. He disclosed this in a tweet via his X account on Monday. This is coming less than 24 hours after...

PRP kciks against relocation of United States, French military bases to Nigeria

NewsDeskNgMay 6, 2024May 6, 20240

The Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) has opposed the relocation of United States and French military bases to Nigeria. The party warned authority and Nigerians of the dangers of compromising the country’s sovereignty and security. A statement issued on Monday by the Acting National Publicity Secretary of the party, Comrade Muhammed...

PDP National Chairmanship: Segun Sowunmi calls for complete overhaul of party

NewsDeskNgMay 6, 2024May 6, 20240

Former governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in Ogun State, Segun Sowunmi, has called for a complete overhaul of the party in order to stabilise it for future elections in the country. The PDP chieftain disclosed this while speaking on the state of the PDP during a media...

ICPC warns corps members against corrupt practices

NewsDeskNgMay 6, 2024May 6, 20240

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission, ICPC, has advised corps members in Osun to join the fight against corruption and social vices in the country. Mrs Winifred Ngboro, Head of Public Enlightenment and Education Unit, ICPC, Osun office, gave the advice in an interview on Monday in...

Edo Speaker suspends three assembly members

NewsDeskNgMay 6, 2024May 6, 20240

The Speaker of the Edo State House of Assembly, Blessing Agbebaku, on Monday, suspended three members of the house over an alleged plot to impeach him and other Principal Officers Council, POC. According to reports, the three lawmakers were suspended at plenary. The suspended lawmakers are two Peoples Democratic Party,...

Super player – Glenn Hoddle hails Chelsea star

NewsDeskNgMay 6, 2024May 6, 20240

Glenn Hoddle, a revered figure in Tottenham Hotspur history, showered praise on Cole Palmer following Chelsea’s commanding 5-0 triumph over West Ham United in the Premier League clash on Sunday. Palmer, who seamlessly adapted to life at Stamford Bridge, notched his 21st league goal of the campaign just 15 minutes...

Swedish club Ljungkile SK sign Edel FC duo Anya, Ofonime

NewsDeskNgMay 6, 2024May 6, 20240

Nigeria National League side, Edel FC, have confirmed the departure of two of their players to Swedish side Ljungkile SK. The players are Arinze Anya and Harrison Ofonime. Both players joined Ljungkile SK on loan with a buy option. Edel FC made the announcement on their X handle. The Anambra-based...

UN stresses importance of press freedom as Israel shuts Al Jazeera

NewsDeskNgMay 6, 2024May 6, 20240

The United Nations, UN, has underscored the importance of press freedom following Israel’s decision to close broadcaster Al Jazeera’s operations in the country. The UN spokesman, Stephane Dujarric, in New York said they stood firmly against any decision to roll back freedom of the press. “A free press provides an...