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The former Nigerian Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Hadjia Sadiya Umar Farouq has disclaimed the story making rounds in social media linking her with the N37 billion fraud with one James Okwete. In a press release signed by Alexander Udeh, Media Assistant to the then Minister said ‘‘My attention has been drawn to publications in some online media outlets trying to link my name with the activities of one Mr. James Okwete who is reportedly being investigated by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over alleged financial improprieties.’’ The statement which tagged: RE: EFCC INVESTIGATES N37 BILLION FRAUD MY POSITION…

Anger trailed the wanton attacks on 23 villages in Bokkos and Barkin Ladi local government areas of Plateau State, which left more than 150 dead and many injured. Death toll from the attacks launched from Saturday night to early Monday morning rose to 155 Tuesday; while over 6,000 people are said to have been displaced. The Northern Elders Forum (NEF) condemned the attacks and called for a change in military tactics. Abdul-Azeez Suleiman, Director, Publicity and Advocacy/Spokesperson, NEF, in a statement Tuesday, said: “NEF expresses concern over the inability of the military to prevent the Christmas Eve killings, despite claiming…

Prominent dignitaries attended the funeral service of the former Speaker of the House of Representatives, Ghali Umar Na’abba in his country home in Kano State. Na’abba was buried at the Dandolo cemetery at Goron Dutse, shortly after the Chief Imam of Kano, Prof Sani Zahraddeen, led the funeral prayer at the palace at exactly 5:38 pm. Dignitaries included Vice President Kashim Shettima, the Speaker, House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas and Deputy President of the Senate, Barau Jibrin as well as Kano State Deputy Governor, Aminu Abdussalam. Others were Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso, Senator Ibrahim Shekarau, former Governor of Jigawa State, Sule…

Following the demise of Governor Rotimi Akeredolu, Ondo State Deputy Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa has been sworn in as the State’s substantive Executive Governor. State Chief Judge, Justice Olusegun Odosola administered the oath of office at the Cocoa Conference Hall of the Governor’s office in Akure, Ondo State Capital. Present to witness the swear-in ceremony were top Judges in the state, government officials and politicians. On December 12, the late Governor handed over power to Aiyedatiwa ahead of another period of medical leave. Read also Governor Akeredolu out, Aiyedatiwa in as Ondo acting Governor Governor Akeredolu Floors Jegede At Supreme Court…

Israel Umoh The celebration of Christmas has generated a lot of controversies in different ecclesiastical circles. Like a bashed baby, some clergymen and theologians continue to drum into the ears of many that Jesus Christ was not born on Christmas. There is no doubt about this, but the make-belief demeans the supernatural entity and mysterious power about the birth of Jesus Christ. The Bible does not record when Jesus was born. So, the argument is misconstrued and misconceived in some quarters. Though there are many calendars, December 25 designated for the celebration of Christmas is tailored from Gregorian calendar. The…

Nigeria has joined its counterparts  today, the world over, in observing Boxing Day falling on Tuesday, December 26. The day follows the celebration of Christmas on December 25, a commemorative event about the carnation of Jesus Christ.  Already, Nigerian Government had declared the Day as public holiday shutting down official duties in public offices. Over time, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, among others joined in observing the Day as public holiday. History  Boxing Day is specifically observed in the United Kingdom and various other regions globally, including Canada, South Africa, Australia, and New Zealand. Related news FG Declares Public Holidays For…

It was Black Christmas Eve at the residence of the late Akwa Ibom State Peoples Democratic Party Chairman, Obong Udo Ekpenyong, as mysterious fire burnt the mansion and roasted the widow and sister in-law beyond recognition. The fire incident that started at 9 p.m. consumed Mrs Elizabeth Udo Ekpenyong and her sister, Ms Ofonime Frank at their Shelter Afrique’s residence, Uyo, Akwa Ibom State capital. Ekpenyong who was also Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs as well as Ukanafun Local Government Area Chairman died on January 19, 2021 under questionable circumstances . Ekpenyong hailed from Ikot Oku Usung in…

Israel Umoh Today is marked, all over the world, as Christmas day, a day set aside to commemorate the birth of Jesus Christ. Monday, December 25, Christians gathered in various churches to thank God Almighty for sending Jesus to die for the remission of  sins of mankind. During this festive period, many cultural organisations and groups and villages particularly in Nigerian and indeed in Akwa Ibom have been organising end-of-year parties, Christmas carols, fund launch, marriages/weddings, traditional plays, Church conventions/rallies, funeral services, fun shows, among others. Government functionaries and political office holders and politicians have visited their subjects in nooks…

An Akwa Ibom-born philanthropist says the love of his people coupled with the need to checkmate high incidence of insecurity in his locality motivated him to have undertaken and donated an edifice to Nigeria Police Force for use. In an interview with the publisher of Straightnews newspaper at his residence in Ikot Edem Ewa in Ukanafun last Friday, Mr. Nsidibe Alexander Udoh said the love of his people motivated him to have embarked on the building of a Police station and Adat Ifang Clan Council hall for use by the people. The Port Harcourt-based Oil and Gas dealer who was…

It turned out to be dark Saturday night as Joseph Parker wrecked the hope of Deontay Wilder in an explosive boxing encounter on December 23. Similarly, Anthony Joshua rolled back the years to secure a fifth-round stoppage victory over Otto Wallin on Saturday night, December 23 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. As it turned out, Wilder will not fight his rival, Joshua looks in 2024 after the American was beaten by Parker continually caught Wilder with the overhand right throughout the fight, beating the odds. In the first few rounds, there was barely a punch thrown as Parker was understandably wary…