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684,000 Nigerians Die Of Non-communicable Diseases – Report Reveals

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684,000 Nigerians Die Of Non-communicable Diseases - Report Reveals

The recent revelation that more than 684,000 Nigerians succumb to non-communicable diseases (NCDs) each year has raised concerns among stakeholders. Non-communicable diseases are those that cannot be transmitted from one person to another. However, while many Nigerians have been primarily focused on combating infectious diseases such as cholera, HIV, and tuberculosis, which frequently dominate media coverage, the issue of non-communicable diseases has not received the same level of attention. Nonetheless, the alarming statistics regarding the fatalities associated with non-communicable diseases were highlighted by Adewunmi Emoruwa, the Lead Strategist of Gatefield,…

Lakurawa Has Made A Mistake, We Wil Deal With Them – NSA Declares

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Lakurawa Has Made A Mistake, We Wil Deal With Them - NSA Declares

The National Security Adviser (NSA), Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, stated yesterday that no one challenges President Bola Tinubu without facing the consequences. This is as the NSA cautioned the emerging terror group in the Northwestern region, Lakurawas, against the error of attempting to invade communities. This announcement coincided with the deployment of troops by the Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, to the troubled Augie Local Government Area in Kebbi State, where at least 17 individuals were reported killed by members of the terror group in Mera village. Speaking at…

‘Obidient Movement’ Not Bigger Than Labour Party – Chieftain Slams Tanko

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'Obidient Movement' Not Bigger Than Labour Party - Chieftain Slams Tanko

Ibrahim Idoko, the National Vice-Chairman of the Labour Party in the North-Central region, has criticized Yunusa Tanko, the National Coordinator of the ‘Obidient Movement,’ for suggesting that the movement surpasses the Labour Party and as a result, has gained attention. In an interview with Arise News, Tanko, while acknowledging the movement’s larger than the party, also highlighted its autonomy and the potential to align with a different political party to maintain its commitment to transparency and responsible governance in the upcoming 2027 elections, if the Labour Party were to adopt…

Minister Orders Suspension Of 13 FGC Students Over Alleged Bullying

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Minister Orders Suspension Of 13 FGC Students Over Alleged Bullying

The 13 students allegedly involved in the bullying of their colleagues at the Federal Government College, FGC, in Enugu, as shown in a recent viral video, have been suspended for six weeks by the Federal Ministry of Education. Folashade Boriowo, the Director of Press and Public Relations in the Federal Ministry of Education, announced this in a statement on Wednesday. According to the statement, the Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, ordered the suspension of the students based on a viral video showing some students of the school engaging in…

I Can Influence Who Becomes President In Nigeria – Pastor Tunde Bakare

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I Can Influence Who Becomes President In Nigeria – Pastor Tunde Bakare

The general overseer of Citadel Global Community Church (CGCC), Pastor Tunde Bakare, has stated that he has a say on who becomes the president of Nigeria, stressing that he doesn’t have to be the one in the position. Recall that the cleric served as the running mate to former President Muhammadu Buhari in the 2011 presidential election. Speaking during the inauguration of an independent power and endowment fund to the Faculty of Law, University of Lagos ((UNILAG), as part of his week-long 70th birthday anniversary celebration, Pastor Bakare said for…

Monday Okpebholo Sworn In As Edo Governor

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Breaking: Monday Okpebholo Sworn In As Edo Governor

Monday Okpebholo and Dennis Idahosa were officially sworn in as the Governor and Deputy Governor of Edo State, respectively. The swearing-in ceremony was held on Tuesday (today) at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, Benin City, the capital city of the state. It is worth noting that Okpebholo takes over from Godwin Obaseki, who governed the state for eight years as a two-term governor. The new Governor who is of the All Progressives Congress, defeated the candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, Asue Ighodalo, in the September 21 election. On Tuesday, Okpebholo…

Nigerian Gov’t Bars Pilots From Operating Multiple Airlines

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Nigerian Gov't Bars Pilots From Operating Multiple Airlines

The Nigerian government has limited the ability of certified flight crew members to work for more than one airline. The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) implemented this limitation, citing its research that indicates pilots and other flight crew members provide services to various airlines. In a notice issued by the NCAA/DGCA/AOL on November 6th, 2024, and endorsed by the Ag. Director-General of Civil Aviation, Capt. Chris Najomo, this action was declared unlawful. The notice points out that when pilots are employed by multiple airlines at the same time, it increases…

US Places $25,000 Bounty On Fleeing Nigerian Over Alleged Child Murder

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US Places $25,000 Bounty On Fleeing Nigerian Over Alleged Child Murder

The United States (US) government has announced a reward of $25,000 for information that could lead to the capture of Olalekan Abimbola Olawusi, a Nigerian individual currently facing trial for the alleged murder of his child. According to a statement from Supervisory Deputy U.S. Marshal Don Freeman, which was made available on the agency’s website on Monday, Olawusi has been listed among the 15 most wanted fugitives in the country. Freeman indicated that Olawusi, who resided in Rhode Island, has been charged with two counts related to first-degree murder due…

Why Tinubu Sacked Me – Ex-Minister, Gwarzo Breaks Silence On Dismissal

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Why Tinubu Sacked Me - Ex-Minister, Gwarzo Breaks Silence On Dismissal

Former Minister of State for Housing and Urban Development, Abdullahi Gwarzo, has stated that his ousting by President Bola Tinubu was not due to his work performance. There has been a series of speculations regarding the sacking of some ministers by President Tinubu. However, in an interview with BBC Hausa Service, Gwarzo expressed shock at his dismissal, noting that he was not accused of underperformance or any misconduct. He said, “I was surprised because I wasn’t found guilty of any wrongdoing or poor performance. And I was minister of state,…

Dangote, IPMAN Reach Agreement On Direct Supply Of Petrol

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The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) has negotiated with Dangote Refinery to transport products directly from the refinery. Abubakar Garima, the President of the IPMAN’s National Chapter, confirmed this development during a press conference on Monday in Abuja after a session of the National Working Committee of the Association. He mentioned that this collaboration would guarantee a consistent, cost-effective distribution of PMS products across the country. Garima encouraged members of IPMAN to back Dangote Refinery, highlighting the advantages of forward integration and its beneficial effect on Nigeria’s international…