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APC Women Leader commends governor Alia for empowering 5,000 Benue women

NewsDeskNgJul 5, 2024July 5, 20240

The All Progressives Congress (APC) National Women Leader, Dr. Mary Alile-Idele has commended the Governor of Benue State, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Iormem Alia for his unwavering support towards enhancing women participation in politics in the state. The women Leader specifically lauded the governor for the provision of financial assistance to...

Ice Spice sparks dating rumours with Central Cee

NewsDeskNgJul 5, 2024July 5, 20240

American rapper Ice Spice and British drill star Central Cee have sparked relationship rumours. Viral videos of the duo shopping together in London recently fueled speculation from fans that they were an item. The rappers were also captured driving around London together. Spice is currently in Europe for a string...

Diddy accused of sex trafficking in new lawsuit by former adult star

NewsDeskNgJul 5, 2024July 5, 20240

A former adult film star, Adria English, has accused embattled American rapper Sean Combs, aka Diddy, of trafficking her for sex in a new lawsuit. According to court documents obtained by TMZ, English alleged that Diddy “groomed” her into having sex with guests at his parties, including Jacob Arabov, aka...

I broke my neck in gym – Jason Derulo recalls near-death experience

NewsDeskNgJul 5, 2024July 5, 20240

American singer Jason Derulo has recalled breaking his neck after falling on his head while rehearsing for his world tour in 2013. The music star said he was training in the gym when the unfortunate incident happened and he had to cancel the tour. On the latest episode of Paris...

Man electrocuted during rain in Lagos

NewsDeskNgJul 5, 2024July 5, 20240

Lagos State Police Command has said that a yet-to-be identified 61-year-old man has lost his life after being electrocuted during the flood incident. The command’s spokesperson, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, confirmed the death in a post he shared on his X handle @benHundeyin on Thursday. He said that the incident happened...

Let’s put our differences aside – Peter Obi to party members

NewsDeskNgJul 5, 2024July 5, 20240

Former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, LP, in the 2023 general election, Mr Peter Obi has urged members of the party to put away differences and work together for harmony to thrive in the party Obi, who made this call on Friday via his X handle, said they would...

APC stalwart, Obono-Obla faults proponents of Ogoja State

NewsDeskNgJul 5, 2024July 5, 20240

Former presidential aide, Chief Okoi Obono-Obla has faulted the promoters of Ohoja State. He said they did not consult with critical stakeholders, especially the component units, to know if they might like to be part of the proposed state. He disclosed this in a petition to the leadership of the...

Kaduna Assembly confirms Hajara KADSIECOM chairperson

NewsDeskNgJul 5, 2024July 5, 20240

Kaduna State House of Assembly has confirmed Hajara Muhammad as chairperson of the State’s Independent Electoral Commission (KADSIECOM). The appointments of Noel Haruna and Fatima Kera were also confirmed by the House as permanent commissioners of the commission. Muhammad’s confirmation comes on the heels of her appointment as chairperson of...

Osun Amotekun Corps: General Adewinmbi out, Omoyele in

NewsDeskNgJul 5, 2024July 5, 20240

Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke has approved the appointment of Chief Superintendent of Police, Adekunle Omoyele (rtd) as the new Corps Commander of Osun Amotekun Corps. The appointment of Omoyele comes after the expiration of the tenure of Brigadier General Bashir Adewinmbi who was appointed Corps Commander by former governor...

NNPCL to roll out 100 additional CNG stations in Nigeria

NewsDeskNgJul 5, 2024July 5, 20240

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited has announced that an additional 100 Compressed Natural Gas stations will be rolled out nationwide in the next twelve months. Managing Director, NNPC Retail Limited, Huub Stokman disclosed this on Thursday at an inauguration of 11 CNG stations simultaneously across locations in Abuja and...

NEC Approves N83.2bn To Mitigate Flooding, Climate-Related Emergencies

Nigeria Explains Ethiopia Prisoner Transfer Deal, Denies Viral Inmate List

Hate Speech Threatens Democracy, Development Ahead Of 2027 Polls, NHRC Warns

APC Women Leader commends governor Alia for empowering 5,000 Benue women

Ice Spice sparks dating rumours with Central Cee

Diddy accused of sex trafficking in new lawsuit by former adult star

I broke my neck in gym – Jason Derulo recalls near-death experience

Man electrocuted during rain in Lagos

Let’s put our differences aside – Peter Obi to party members

APC stalwart, Obono-Obla faults proponents of Ogoja State

Kaduna Assembly confirms Hajara KADSIECOM chairperson

Osun Amotekun Corps: General Adewinmbi out, Omoyele in

NNPCL to roll out 100 additional CNG stations in Nigeria