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Ransom Wasn’t Paid To Secure Release Of Kuriga School Children – FG

Ransom Wasn’t Paid To Secure Release Of Kuriga School Children – FG

Ransom Wasn’t Paid To Secure Release Of Kuriga Schoolchildren – FG The federal government says no ransom was paid to secure the release of 137 schoolchildren abducted from the Kuriga community, Chikun LGA in Kaduna state. Mohammed Idris, minister of information and national orientation, told State House correspondents in Abuja on Monday, that the federal government had vowed not to pay ransom to secure the release of abducted victims. The minister commended the national security adviser (NSA) and service chiefs for the role they played in securing the release of the schoolchildren. He said President Bola Tinubu has asked security…
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Why I Can’t Leave Chioma – Davido

Why I Can’t Leave Chioma – Davido

Why I Can’t Leave Chioma – Davido Nigerian singer David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has opened up about his relationship with his spouse, Chioma Rowland in a recent interview. Davido revealed that he has known Chioma before his rise to fame and fortune. Reflecting on this, Davido expressed gratitude for meeting her during that period, emphasizing that it would have been challenging for him to enter relationships now as he would feel every woman wants him for his money or status. Davido revealed the significance of authenticity in his circle, noting that success for him lies not just in…
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NSA Arrest  Officials Responsible For Escape Of Binance Executive

NSA Arrest Officials Responsible For Escape Of Binance Executive

NSA Confirms Escape Of Binance Executive, Arrests Officials Responsible The Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) has confirmed the escape of Nadeem Anjarwalla, the Binance regional manager for Africa. A statement by Zakari Mijinyawa, head of strategic communication at ONSA, said “preliminary investigation shows that Mr Anjarwalla fled Nigeria using a smuggled passport”. “The personnel responsible for the custody of the suspect have been arrested, and a thorough investigation is ongoing to unravel the circumstances that led to his escape from lawful detention,” the statement reads. Nadeem Anjarwalla, one of the two Binance executives detained in Nigeria for alleged…
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Governor Appoints 168 Aides, 104 Board Members

Governor Appoints 168 Aides, 104 Board Members

Governor Appoints 168 Aides, 104 Board Members Governor Babagana Zulum of Borno State has approved the appointment of 168 assistants and 104 board members for the 15 agencies and Boards, commissions of the state. This is according to a statement issued by the Secretary to the state government, Bukar Tijjani, on Monday, in Maiduguri. He said the appointees comprised nine senior technical assistants (STA), 81 senior special assistants (SSAs), and 78 special assistants (SAs). The SSG also listed the 104 others as chairmen and board members of 15 agencies and commissions. The appointment, Mr Tijjani said, was done based on…
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Binance Speaks As FGN Declared Crypto Giants Official Missing

Binance Speaks As FGN Declared Crypto Giants Official Missing

Binance Speaks As FG Declares Crypto Giant’s Official Missing Global cryptocurrency exchange platform, Binance has reacted to reports that its official, Nadeem Anjarwalla, had escaped from detention in Nigeria. Confirming the report, spokesperson for Binance, Samantha Fuller, said that Anjarwalla was no longer in Nigeria. The crypto exchange said its concern continues to be the safety and well-being of its employees, and it is actively collaborating with Nigerian authorities to swiftly resolve the matter. “We were made aware that Nadeem is no longer in Nigerian custody. Our primary focus remains on the safety of our employees, and we are working…
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2027 Presidential Election: Defeat Looms For Opposition – Abubakar Mohd Auwal

2027 Presidential Election: Defeat Looms For Opposition – Abubakar Mohd Auwal

There will be no anarchy. There will be no revolution. There will be no Arab Spring. And there will be no military coup. Democracy will survive and thrive in Nigeria, and our economy will go upward and forward. The only thing that looms is another defeat for the opposition if we do not unite, but instead dissipate our energies in different camps. If Peter Obi runs in 2027 and Waziri Atiku also runs, then 2027 will be a repeat of 2023. They either run together under one ticket, or one should step down for the other. Yes, anarchy looms, but…
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Assemblies Of God Church Presented “Timely Gift” To Gov Otti

Assemblies Of God Church Presented “Timely Gift” To Gov Otti

Assemblies Of God Church Presents ”Timely Gift” to Abia Governor Alex C. Otti in recognition of the fact that he is a Governor that came at the right time and keeps to Time. The Timely Gift was Presented by the Senior Pastor Rev Ogboso Ejindu as the Governor attended the Conclusion of the Zam Jehovah Nights annual program of Assemblies of God Church 123 Tenant Road Aba which was Theme “AUDACITY 2024” Photos by Frank Ugochukwu
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Soludo’s Wife Mourns Legendary  Nollywood Veteran Muonagor

Soludo’s Wife Mourns Legendary Nollywood Veteran Muonagor

Soludo's Wife Mourns Passing Of Legendary Nollywood Veteran, Muonagor. By Daniel Ezeigwe (ABS News) Anambra governor's wife, Mrs Nonye Soludo, has described the passing of Obosi-born legendary Nollywood icon, Chief Amaechi Muonagor as heartbreaking. The governor's wife who disclosed this in statement released in Awka, remembered her last visit to the Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital, NAUTH, Nnewi, in December last year, where the Nollywood veteran was receiving treatment. She said that from her chats with Chief Muonagor and the assurances by the medical team at the hospital, she had hoped for a more positive outcome, regretting that every effort…
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Many Feared Killed, Homes Razed In Fresh Plateau Clash

Many Feared Killed, Homes Razed In Fresh Plateau Clash

Many Feared Killed, Homes Razed In Fresh Plateau Clash Several homes were razed, barns destroyed and cattle rustled following a violent clash between irate youths in the Ponglong area of Lalin district, Mikang local government council, Plateau state. The clash, between Motola and Taroh youths, occurred on Saturday night in Mikang local government. The Nation gathered that some persons were killed while the numbers of those who sustained various degrees of injuries are also reported to be high. Some residents added that they are yet to ascertain the number of persons reportedly killed in the bloody clash. The transition chairman…
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Just In: Detained Binnance Executive Escapes From Custody In Nigeria

Just In: Detained Binnance Executive Escapes From Custody In Nigeria

Detained Binance Executive Escapes From Custody In Nigeria Nadeem Anjarwalla, one of the two Binance executives detained in Nigeria for alleged tax evasion and other offences, has escaped from lawful custody, those familiar with the matter have told PREMIUM TIMES. Our sources said Mr Anjarwalla, 38, escaped on Friday, 22 March, from the Abuja guest house where he and his colleague were detained after guards on duty led him to a nearby mosque for prayers in the spirit of the ongoing Ramadan fast. The Briton, who also has Kenyan citizenship, is believed to have flown out of Abuja using a…
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