Новости за 23.09.2021

The Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed, has lamented the rate of destruction of infrastructure in Borno State and other parts of Nigeria. According to him, the destructions are worse than he had imagined. He said this at a town hall meeting in Maiduguri on Thursday, according to a copy of his speech obtained…

The EU on Thursday said it will impose a universal charger for smartphones, setting up a clash with Apple and its widely used iPhone connector cable. “European consumers have been frustrated long enough about incompatible chargers piling up in their drawers,” said EU executive vice president Margrethe Vestager. Apple said a one-size fits all phone…

Politician, Prince Kpokpogri, has alleged that hard smoking and heavy drinking led to his break-up with the Nollywood actress, Tonto Dikeh. Kpokpogri made this known via his Instagram handle on Thursday, shortly after the actress called him out to stop running and face the consequences of his actions. He partly wrote, “Countless times, I complained…

The Yola-Numan road has been blocked by protesting truck drivers. The protest, which started around 9:00am, was trailed by chaos that disrupted vehicular movements and caused gridlock for commuters plying the busy Numan-Gombe highway. The protest, The PUNCH gathered, was due to allegations of Police brutality. An eyewitness travelling with his family, who was held…

A Nigerian, Olanrewaju Shitta-Bey, has been appointed as a Professor of Philosophy and Humanities by the University of Maryland Global Campus, USA. Until his promotion, the university lecturer was an associate Professor in the Department of Philosophy and Humanities of the university. In a chat with our correspondent, Shitta-Bey said his promotion will benefit Nigeria…

The Peoples Democratic Party has demanded the resignation of the Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Godwin Emefiele, over alleged mismanagement of the economy. National Publicity Secretary of the PDP, Kola Ologbondiyan, made the demand on behalf of the party, at a media briefing in Abuja, on Thursday. The PDP also demanded that the…

Robert Lewandowski has hinted he could finish his career at Bayern Munich as the Bundesliga leaders prepare for Friday’s away match at bottom side Greuther Fuerth. Lewandowski won Europe’s “Golden Shoe” on Tuesday as top scorer in European football after he scored a Bundesliga record 41 goals in 29 games last season. The Poland forward…

Nollywood actress, Tonto Dikeh, has asked her former lover, known as Prince Kpokpogri, to stop running and face the consequences of his actions. She said this on Thursday via her verified Instagram page as she shared a video showing some leaked voice note between her ex-lover and another woman. Last week, the break-up drama between…

The Chief Judge of Bauchi State, Justice Rabi Umar, has assured inmates with terrorism-related charges who have been in jail without trial that they have not been forgotten by the government. This was disclosed by the Public Relations Officer, Nigerian Correctional Service, Bauchi State Command, Adam Jibrin, in a statement made available to journalists in…

Big Brother Naija Shine Ya Eye housemate, Saga, has stated that he wasn’t happy Nini’s return because he had to display deep emotions for just a prank. He said this on Thursday, day 61 of the show, as he discussed Nini’s disappearance and return with Pere. Saga said, “I’m happy to see her but I’m…

The Chairman of Nigerian Indigenous Nationalities Alliance for Self-Determination, Prof. Banji Akintoye, has accused the Federal Government of sponsoring a counter protest at the United Nations Headquaters on Friday (tomorrow). He alleged that the Nigerian Government has started hiring black foreigners living in the United States of America with $500 per head to stage a…

The Federal Government has said it has successfully blocked terrorism financing in Nigeria, the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, has said. Malami told the News Agency of Nigeria in New York that the federal government had also succeeded in identifying and detaining “high profile individuals” responsible for funding terrorists’…

The Federal Government may file a fresh action against Yoruba Nation agitator, Sunday Adeyemo (also known as Sunday Igboho), following the judgment of Oyo State High Court which awarded N20 billion in damages in his favour. The Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, told NAN in New York that the Federal…

“Hunted alive, not honoured in death.” This phrase, perhaps, succinctly captured the story of a former Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Dr. Obadiah Mailafia, who died in the early hours of Sunday, September 19, 2021. Mailafia died at the age of 64 at the University of Abuja Teaching Hospital, Gwagwalada, after a…

The Edo State Police Command on Wednesday released the autopsy of one Faith Aigbe whose corpse was found in the vehicle of Enogie of Uroho community in Edo State, Iguodala Ogieriakhi, on September 10. The Police said that, based on the autopsy result, the traditional ruler is not culpable in his late girlfriend’s death. The…

Fast-rising Nigeria singer, Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems, finally met global star Rihanna at the latter’s event in Los Angeles, the United States. Tems manager, Muyiwa Awoniyi, shared the video of their meeting on his Instagram page on Thursday, with the caption, “A moment to remember. @temsbaby x @badgalriri link up.” Known for her…

Northeast Development Commission on Wednesday inaugurated the construction of 500 housing projects in Adamawa, amidst protests by victims of insurgency who condemned the location of 300 units 250 kilometers away from insurgency-ravaged communities. Governor Ahmadu Fintiri had inaugurated the construction of the 500 housing units in Yola South, a suburb of the state capital. Simeon…

Mo Abudu’s EbonyLife Media and Sony Pictures Television have partnered to set up a writers initiative targeted at Africans, which they named ‘Alo’. Alo, which is translated from Yoruba as “once upon a time”, will create a platform for African writers to submit their story document and television scripts, Variety reported. According to the Chief…

Women’s football and FIFA’s desire to see more African teams qualify for the ninth Women’s World Cup in 2023, were the focus of a working visit by a FIFA delegation to Nigeria. Led by FIFA Secretary General Fatma Samoura and including FIFA’s Chief Women’s Football Officer Sarai Bareman, the delegation attended the inaugural Aisha Buhari…

The Theatre Commander, Operation Hadin Kai, Maj.-Gen. Christopher Musa, says the Nigerian military will not allow the Islamic States West African Province, a foreign terrorist group, to have strong footing in Nigeria Musa stated this in an interview with newsmen on Wednesday, in Maiduguri He said that ISWAP terrorist group was a foreign terrorist organisation…

Vice President Yemi Osinbajo has urged states’ chief law officers to leverage their network and individual positions to effect the desired changes in the justice sector. This as he commended their efforts and accomplishments in their respective jurisdictions. Osinbajo said this on Tuesday when he hosted six attorneys-general from the South-West states at the Presidential…

The President of the African Development Bank, Akinwumi Adesina, has cautioned against Africa’s dependence on foreign countries for healthcare support, stating that Africa cannot outsource its health to other parts of the world. He said this during a virtual panel session on closing the health gap at the 76th General Assembly of the United Nations…

The President, Major General Muhammadu Buhari (retd.), on Wednesday said that his regime is doing its best to develop the right infrastructure systems. This is as he said that Nigeria is aware of her limitations, hence the emphasis on building infrastructure. Buhari said this on Wednesday during a bilateral meeting with Queen of The Netherlands,…

Twenty-one-year-old Chidiebere Emenike has been arraigned in an Ebute Metta Chief Magistrates’ Court sitting in Lagos for allegedly stealing five amplifiers from a school. The defendant was arraigned on two counts of stealing and conspiracy but pleaded not guilty to the charges. The prosecutor, Inspector Kehinde Olatunde, told the court that the defendant had committed…

Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike, has called on Christian leaders in Nigeria to encourage their members to contest political positions so as to produce suitable leaders. Wike, who made the call on Wednesday, admonished the church to encourage its members to be part of the governance process, even as the 2023 general elections approaches. This…