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By Kamil Opeyemi The Police Command in Lagos State said on Tuesday its men have arrested seven suspected traffic robbers, including an ex-convict released three days ago from Ikoyi Correctional Centre. The command’s spokesperson, SP Benjamin Hundeyin confirmed the arrest to newsmen on Tuesday. Hundeyin said that the ex-convict was picked along side others while allegedly carrying out the crime in Ijora-Apapa axis on Saturday at about 9.30 p.m. “A well coordinated operations by the patrol teams of the Ijora Badia Police Division, led to the arrest of suspects at different locations on the Total Bridge, along Apapa, Ijora…
By Kamil Opeyemi An FCT High court on Tuesday fixed ruling in the enforcement of fundamental rights suit filed by the suspended Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Godwin Emefiele, to July 13. Justice Hamza Muazu fixed the date after listening to submisions made by parties in the matter. In his submission, Counsel to Emefiele Joseph Daudu, SAN, argued that contrary to the preliminary objection raised against the originating summon on notice by the respondents, the court has the jurisdiction to entertain the matter. According to him, the offences listed against the Emefiele are state offences that…
The immediate past Governor of Benue State, Samuel Ortom is currently in custody of Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). The former Governor was said to have been invited by the anti-graft body for questioning over his stewardship. With Ortom on Tuesday are media aide, Terver Akase, and Principal Special Assistant on Special Duties, Abraham Kwanhgu. Details later…
A project to expand roads and bridges to ease congestion in Cairo has put thousands of tombs in a vast and ancient Islamic cemetery under threat, causing outcry among conservationists and family members. Known as the City of the Dead, the cemeteries along the eastern edge of Historic Cairo have been a resting place for Egypt’s deceased since the arrival of Islam in the seventh century A.D. The UNESCO World Heritage site extends for 10 square kilometres (3.9 square miles) and many of Cairo’s most prominent families maintain a deep bond with the cemeteries, where they continue to bury their…
By Omolade Durojaiye Dani Carvajal chipped home a Panenka penalty to win Spain the Nations League on Sunday, with a 5-4 shootout victory over Croatia, after a tense match finished 0-0 following extra time. Spain goalkeeper Unai Simon denied Lovro Mayer and Bruno Petkovic from the spot, before Carvajal cheekily chipped home to earn La Roja their first trophy since Euro 2012 and break Croatian hearts. Zlatko Dalic’s side, runners up at the World Cup in 2018 and third in 2022, have never won a major trophy and were hoping Nations League success would cap a glittering international career…
*Report by Omolade Durojaiye Nigeria booked their spot in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations this weekend, following a dramatic 3-2 win over Sierra Leone at the Samuel Kanyon Doe Sports Complex on Sunday night. While star striker Victor Osimhen scored a first half brace, Sierra Leone fought back through goals by Mustapha Bundu and Augustus Kargbo, with the score being tied at 2-2 until deep into stoppage time. It took a 95th minute effort by Kelechi Iheanacho for Nigeria to bag maximum points in Paynesville. As a result, the Super Eagles sealed their place in the upcoming tournament,…
By Kamil Opeyemi The Editor of the Vanguard Newspapers, Mr. Eze Anaba, has been elected as the President of the Nigerian Guild of Editors. Anaba defeated a former Editor of ThisDay Newspapers, Mr. Bolaji Adebiyi at the ongoing biennial conference of the NGE holding in Owerri, the Imo State capital. He will be taking over the mantle of leadership from Isa Mustapha, who had piloted the affairs of the Guild in the last two years. While Anaba polled 250 votes, Adebiyi scored 81 votes. Details later…
By Olu Verheijen Nigeria’s vast natural resources and human capital make it an insightful case study of the opportunities and challenges associated with harnessing natural gas for industrialization and economic diversification, and offers potential lessons for countries like Algeria, Libya, Mozambique and Senegal. Harnessing Africa’s Natural Gas For Industrialization And Economic Diversification: A Nigeria Case Study Nigeria holds Africa’s largest proven natural gas reserves. Yet despite its enormous domestic energy needs (Nigeria’s annual per capita electricity consumption is one of the lowest in the world), the country consumes only 25% of its commercialized gas supply and less than 1% of the global…
By Kamil Opeyemi Wale Edun, Ribadu, Alake, Adedeji, Darazo Make List President Bola Tinubu has allocated portfolios to his newly appointed Special Advisers. Below is the list of the new Special Advisers: Mr. Dele Alake Special Adviser, Special Duties, Communications and Strategy Mr. Yau Darazo Special Adviser, Political and Intergovernmental Affairs Mr. Wale Edun Special Adviser, Monetary Policies Mrs. Olu Verheijen Special Adviser, Energy Mr. Zachaeus Adedeji Special Adviser, Revenue Mr. Nuhu Ribadu Special Adviser, Security Mr. John Ugochukwu Uwajumogu Special Adviser, Industry, Trade and Investment. Dr (Mrs.) Salma Ibrahim Anas Special Adviser, Health The list was released by the…
Tragedy has struck as the 48 year old man cop considered to be Nigeria’s tallest man, Afeez Agoro died on Thursday. Agoro, who is also a Nollywood actor , reportedly suffered hip dislocation recently and was treated. Already plans for his burial at the Akoka area of Lagos are said to be underway as the news of his death filtered in. Details later…