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President Bola Tinubu on Thursday held emergency meetings with prominent traditional rulers at the Aso Rock Villa, Abuja as part of efforts by the government to ensure the planned hunger protests, slated for August 1 to 10, is averted nationwide. The meeting came after growing calls for the anti-hunger protests following widespread economic hardships in the country. The protests, which are being organised under the hashtag ‘EndBadGovernance,’ have gained significant traction on social media even as the organisers remain unknown, with no group officially claiming responsibility. The meeting with the prominent traditional rulers began at about 2:30pm, when the President…

Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu, the President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, has died at the age of 82. The news was confirmed in a statement by his son, Jide Iwuanyanwu, on Thursday. “The Iwuanyanwu family of Umuohii Atta, in Ikeduru Local Government Area of Imo State, announces the demise of our patriarch, Engr Chief Emmanuel Chukwuemeka Iwuanyanwu-Ahaejiagamba Ndigbo,” the statement read. “Chief Iwuanyanwu passed away on Thursday, July 25, 2024, after a brief illness.” Chief Iwuanyanwu was a prominent figure, serving as the President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo worldwide and the President of the Owerri Peoples Assembly. He is survived by his…

By Eseohe Solomon July 25, 2024 Aliko Dangote, Africa’s wealthiest individual, has sought the mediation of Gilbert Chagouri, a Lebanese associate of President Bola Tinubu, to resolve his deteriorating relationship with the President and address challenges in the oil industry, SaharaReporters has learnt. This move comes as the bond between one of Africa’s most influential leaders and its richest man faces increasing tension, amid Nigeria’s struggles with soaring inflation. The development follows a recent public spat between Dangote and President Tinubu’s appointees in the oil sector, which has garnered global attention and raised concerns. Farouk Ahmed, CEO of the Nigerian…

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency on Wednesday said its operatives have arrested the leader of Mushin, Lagos drug cartel identified as Sulaiman Jimoh aka Temo. The agency stated that Temo, who had been on its wanted list, had been evading arrest until he was eventually nabbed. His arrest comes after a drug baron, identified as Joachin Mbonu, was arrested in his mansion in Imo State on July 12 after fleeing from South Africa. In a statement on Wednesday, the NDLEA ‘s spokesperson, Femi Babafemi said Temo was apprehended at his hideout after initially resisting along with his men. He…

By Omolara Adebisi The Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries International (MFM) has denied being behind the ‘unjust’ nine-year jail term of its former members, Femi Jimoh and Caleb Oloruntele. Church Management said Femi Jimoh is a blatant liar spreading false information having attempted robbing the church off its first fruit offerings of the year. They also cleared the air that the church was not involved in how he was arrested and arraigned in court but the Nigeria Police did so. Mr Jimoh, in an interview with TV West, alleged that the church fabricated charges of armed robbery against him…

A passenger plane carrying 19 people has burst into flames after crashing during takeoff. The craft was set to fly from Nepal’s capital, Kathmandu, to the nearby city of Pokhara. Pokhara, the country’s second-largest city, is a major tourist gateway and a hub for trekking and adventure sports. The crash happened at around 11am local time on Wednesday, the Kathmandu Post reports. State television in Nepal says a plane has slipped off the runway and crashed while trying to take off from Kathmandu airport. Smoke can be seen rising from the Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu. Nineteen people, including crew…

President Bola Tinubu has pleaded with aggrieved Nigerians, especially youths planning a national protest over the high cost of living, to shelve the action, saying there is no need for it. The President also assured those behind the planned protest that he has heard their grievances and is working seriously to ensure that all their concerns are addressed. Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, conveyed the President’s plea while speaking with State House correspondents after he met with Tinubu at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. The minister said that at the meeting with the President, general issues on the…

The Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, on Tuesday, said there was a decline in crime rates across the country in the past few months due to the strategies deployed by the police. Specifically, he noted that major crimes dropped to 416 in the last one month, compared to 734 in May and 530 in June. Egbetokun, who spoke during a meeting with Commissioners of Police in Abuja on Tuesday, commended personnel of the Force for their passion and commitment to the execution of his strategies. He said, “It is gratifying to note that the strategies deployed and duly executed…

By Sola Ojewusi Washington, D.C. — In a stunning turn of events, President Joe Biden has announced his decision to step down from the 2024 presidential race. The announcement was made during a nationally televised address from the White House, sending shockwaves through the political landscape. President Biden, who has served as the 46th President of the United States since January 2021, cited personal and health reasons for his decision. “After careful consideration and discussions with my family, I have decided that I will not be seeking re-election in 2024. This decision was not made lightly, but I believe it…

By Eseohe Solomon In a landmark election held on Saturday, Mazi Afam Osigwe, a distinguished Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) and former General Secretary of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), emerged victorious as the president-elect for the 2024 term. The election results, which were announced online following a day-long voting period, saw Osigwe clinching a decisive win with 20,435 votes. Osigwe’s triumph marked a significant margin over his closest competitor, Tobenna Erojikwe, Chairman of the NBA-Institute of Continuing Legal Education Governing Council, who garnered 9,437 votes. Chukwuka Ikwuazom (SAN), the former Chairman of NBA Lagos Branch, trailed with 9,007 votes.…