Comrade Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo, the Deputy Governor of Kano State and Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, has expressed his confidence in the calibre of individuals tasked with overseeing local government activities in the state. Gwarzo made this statement while inaugurating a 3-day orientation retreat in Kaduna State focused on the “Operational Guidelines for the Kano State Local Government Interim Management Committee.” He explained that the seminar, featuring a series of presentations, aims to equip participants with the knowledge needed to effectively fulfill their responsibilities and promote the development of local government areas (LGAs). The Deputy Governor emphasized the…
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The Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE), in collaboration with Vintage Press Limited, publishers of Nation newspapers, is organising one-day colloquium on Wednesday, July 17, 2024, to celebrate Prof Olatunji Dare, who clocks 80 years same day. In a statement by NGE President, Mr. Eze Anaba and the General Secretary, Dr Iyobosa Uwugiaren, on Sunday, the professional body of editors and media executives, said that the event will start at 12noon, at Radisson Hotel, Isaac John Street, GRA, Ikeja, Lagos. With “Dare @ 80: Same Craft, Changing Times – The Columnist as Societal Conscience”, as theme, the colloquium will feature Chief…
… says massive support for PDP guber flagbearer has thrown APC in disarray The massive support for the Edo State Peoples Democratic Party governorship candidate, Asue Ighodalo has thrown the camp of the opposition party into disarray, a chieftain of the party, Chief Eriki Johnson has said. Johnson stated against the backdrop of what he described as blackmail and blatant lies being peddled against Ighodalo’s candidacy. He said that the massive support being given to Ighodalo had been creating fears in the camp of APC and its governorship candidate, Monday Okpehbolo, as their likely rejection at the polls is staring…
… says massive support for PDP guber flagbearer has thrown APC in disarray The massive support for the Edo State Peoples Democratic Party governorship candidate, Asue Ighodalo has thrown the camp of the opposition party into disarray, a chieftain of the party, Chief Eriki Johnson has said. Johnson stated against the backdrop of what he described as blackmail and blatant lies being peddled against Ighodalo’s candidacy. He said that the massive support being given to Ighodalo had been creating fears in the camp of APC and its governorship candidate, Monday Okpehbolo, as their likely rejection at the polls is staring…
Agency Report Former US President, Donald Trump narrowly escaped an assassination attempt at a political rally on Saturday, leaving security agencies hunting for information about how a gunman could attack a former American leader. Here is a blow-by-blow account of the shooting in Pennsylvania, where one Trump supporter was killed. – How it unfolded – Dressed in a white shirt, dark blazer and bright red MAGA cap, Trump was railing against illegal immigration when shots rang out at 6:08 pm (2208 GMT). “Take a look at what happened…” he said, his words cut off by four shots in quick succession.…
Following an attempt on the life of former United States President Donald Trump at a political rally on Saturday, July 13, 2024, in Pennsylvania, authorities have identified the shooter as 20-year-old Thomas Crooks. “Thomas Matthew Crooks, 20, of Bethel Park, Pennsylvania, is the subject involved in the assassination attempt of former President Donald Trump on July 13, in Butler, Pennsylvania,” USA Today quoted the Federal Bureau of Investigation as saying in a statement on Sunday. The bureau added, “This remains an active and ongoing investigation, and anyone with information that may assist with the investigation is encouraged to submit photos…
The Secret Service has shot and killed a man who opened fire at the rally of ex-President Donald Trump in Pennsylvania, on Saturday. According to law enforcement officials, the suspected shooter was brought down at the scene of the crime. Trump, who was six minutes into his speech, when gunshots disrupted the rally sustained injury. He dropped to the ground and was swarmed by Secret Service agents who provided cover. He had blood on his face as he was rushed away. The Secret Service later said Trump was safe and under protective measures. One of the persons who attended the…
Agency Report World leaders reacted with shock to the wounding of Donald Trump in an assassination attempt against the former US president at an election rally. Presidents and prime ministers globally spoke out against political violence and expressed their support for those affected by the shooting on Saturday, which killed one bystander and left two other spectators critically wounded. – Europe – The European Union’s foreign policy chief, Josep Borrell, condemned the attack. “Once again, we are witnessing unacceptable acts of violence against political representatives,” the bloc’s top diplomat said. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said Sunday he was “appalled…
Distraught parents were in desperate search for their children yesterday, about 24 hours after the collapsed school building that killed 22 pupils in Jos. The tragic incident also saw about 132 injured victims hospitalized in various hospitals around the Plateau State capital. Emotions ran high at the site of the incident yesterday as parents searched desperately for their missing children. One of the women, whose 16 years old daughter sustained injuries and was on admission at Our Lady of Apostles Hospital (OLA), raised the alarm on sighting Governor Caleb Mutfwang who visited the site yesterday, pleading that she was yet…
Nigeria Bar Association Section on Public Interest, on Saturday, gave a seven-day ultimatum to the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, to stop the directive requiring vehicle owners to register and obtain a Central Motor Information System Certificate for a fee of not less than N6,000. NBA-SPIDEL questioned the legal basis for the Nigeria Police Force’s issuance of the CMRIS Certificates, arguing that no law had granted the police the authority the powers to issue such licences or certificates to vehicle owners following vehicle registration at the appropriate offices. The Association demanded an immediate stoppage of the issuance and enforcement…