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Apr
08
2022
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DSS prevented Kanu from changing clothes – Lead counsel

DSS prevented Kanu from changing clothes – Lead counsel

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…says health deteriorating …case comes up today For the umpteenth time, the Department of State Services has refused to allow the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu to change his clothes, head of his legal team, Ifeanyi Ejiofor has said. He also said that Kanu’s health status was gradually deteriorating due to poor medical treatment. According to him, the IPOB leader has also expressed optimism that he would get justice in the case scheduled for Friday April 8 before Justice Binta Nyako of a Federal High Court in Abuja. Kanu is facing trial over alleged links…
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Apr
08
2022
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Court strikes out Kyari’s suit against NDLEA

Court strikes out Kyari’s suit against NDLEA

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A Federal High Court in Abuja, on Thursday, dismissed a fundamental enforcement rights suit filed by suspended Deputy Commissioner of Police, Abba Kyari, against the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency. Justice Inyang Ekwo dismissed the suit after counsel for the NDLEA, Joseph Sunday, prayed the court that the matter be struck out. When the matter was called, Cynthia Ikena, lawyer to Kyari, was absent. Sunday, NDLEA’s Director of Prosecution and Legal Services, urged the court to strike out the suit. Justice Ekwo said he was informed that Ikena sent a letter, praying the court for an adjournment. But the letter…
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Apr
08
2022
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2022 budget deficit jumps to N7.35tn, Buhari to borrow N965bn

2022 budget deficit jumps to N7.35tn, Buhari to borrow N965bn

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• President writes Reps, seeks amendment to 2022 Fiscal Framework The President, Major General Muhammadu Buhari (retd.), has written a letter to the House of Representatives, informing the parliament that the deficit in the 2022 Appropriation Act has risen by N965.42bn to N7.35tn. Consequently, the President said the Federal Government would borrow funds to fill the gap. Buhari, therefore, called for an amendment to the Federal Government’s budget and the fiscal framework for 2022.https://imasdk.googleapis.com/js/core/bridge3.509.0_en.html#goog_877067980 Speaker of the House, Femi Gbajabiamila, read out the cover letter on the executive bill, titled, ‘Submission of the Revised 2022 Fiscal Framework’, and dated April…
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Apr
07
2022
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Prince Ike Okorafor Picks APGA Nomination For House Of Assembly.

Prince Ike Okorafor Picks APGA Nomination For House Of Assembly.

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A frontline Aspirant, Prince Ike Okorafor, has today Thursday, April 7, 2022, picked his Nomination and Expression of Interest forms to contest for the 2023 House of Assembly seat for Arochukwu State Constituency, at the Abia State House of Assembly under the platform of the All Progressives Grand Alliance, APGA. Speaking at the National Headquarters of the Party in Abuja, Prince Ike Okorafor assured of his preparedness to offer dividends of democracy and quality representation to the good people of Arochukwu LGA. He urged his supporters and the good people of his constituents to rally round and give him all…
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Apr
05
2022
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Ebin Kalu Making Inroad, Reaches Ohafia South PDP Primary Election Delegates

Ebin Kalu Making Inroad, Reaches Ohafia South PDP Primary Election Delegates

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Ahead of the People Democratic Party's Primary Elections that will happen to ensure the election of all the party's flag bearers at every elective position in Abia State come 2023, a major contender to represent Ohafia South State Constituency, Hon Ebin Kalu Orji (Popularly Known as Chief Obia Kalu) has consulted with the PDP delegates for support. In a well-constituted meeting with the delegates, he expressed delight at the overwhelming support he has so far enjoyed from the party members and appealed to the delegates to extend the same to him to enable him to win the primary election as…
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Apr
05
2022
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Enugu 2023: Dr. Jeff Nnamani picks APGA Guber nomination forms, charges voters to embrace OBEGO Movement

Enugu 2023: Dr. Jeff Nnamani picks APGA Guber nomination forms, charges voters to embrace OBEGO Movement

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Ahead of the 2023 general elections, a frontline governorship aspirant in Enugu State under the platform of the All Progressives Grand Alliance, APGA, Dr. Jeff Nnamani has obtained the expression of interest and Nomination forms from the national Secretariat of the party in Abuja. From left, APGA Former National Chairman Sen. VICTOR Umeh, Enugu APGA Governorship Aspirant Jeff Nnamani and Arc. LEO Udwoje at APGA Party Secretariat Abuja. Photo by Gbemiga Olamikan. From left, APGA Former National Chairman Sen. VICTOR Umeh, Enugu APGA Governorship Aspirant Jeff Nnamani and Arc. LEO Udwoje at APGA Party Secretariat Abuja. Photo by Gbemiga Olamikan.…
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Apr
04
2022
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EFCC confirms arrest of Cubana Chief Priest

EFCC confirms arrest of Cubana Chief Priest

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Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC has confirmed that the popular Instagram celebrity, Pascal Okechukwu popularly known as Cubana Chief Priest, is currently in their custody. Reports emerged at the weekend that the commission arrested Pascal at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in the nation’s capital while he was traveling to Owerri, the Imo State capital. Pascal, who is currently being quizzed by the anti-graft agency, was arrested over alleged tax fraud and money laundering. When contacted, the spokesman of EFCC, Wilson Uwujaren confirmed the development on Sunday night. Uwujaren, however, failed to reveal details of the arrest, saying “I…
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Apr
04
2022
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Buhari govt overwhelmed by insecurity – Obasanjo

Buhari govt overwhelmed by insecurity – Obasanjo

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Former President, Olusegun Obasanjo says the government of President Muhammadu Buhari has been overwhelmed by insecurity. Obasanjo was reacting to the recent Kaduna train attack wherein eight persons were reported dead and many sustained injuries. He spoke while he played host to a People’s Democratic Party (PDP) presidential aspirant, Dr. Ugochukwu Williams, at his Penthouse residence within the premises of the Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library (OOPL), Abeokuta, Ogun State. According to Obasanjo, Nigerians traveling are no longer safe on the road, on trains, and at the airport. He called for concerted efforts to stem the tide of insecurity in Nigeria,…
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Apr
04
2022
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Bedridden ex-police corporal cries for help over eviction plan by FG [PHOTOS]

Bedridden ex-police corporal cries for help over eviction plan by FG [PHOTOS]

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Sunday Ige, an ex-policeman who was retrenched by the Nigeria Police Force after a ghastly accident rendered him bedridden, has sent out a passionate plea for assistance from the government and police authorities over the Federal Ministry of Housing’s plan to evict him from his apartment. Ige, a native of Idoani in the Ose Local Government Area of Ondo State, was involved in an accident in Lagos State in 2001 while on special duty as a mobile police officer. He suffered a spinal cord injury and had one of his legs amputated due to the accident. The 57-year-old explained that…
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Apr
03
2022
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Gunmen set Orsu LG Headquarters on fire in Imo

Gunmen set Orsu LG Headquarters on fire in Imo

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Unknown gunmen on Sunday set on fire the headquarters of Osu Local Government Area in Imo State. A resident of the area, who gave her name as Chibuzo Ukah, said the attack, which happened around 2:30am might be the handwork of the unknown gunmen troubling communities within the South East. She said several buildings, including the chairman’s office, administrative block and parked vehicles among others were among the facilities torched. Another community source, who pleaded anonymity, said Orsu is a no-go-area for the youths, especially young men because the activities of unknown gunmen are so rife in the area. He…
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