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By Eseohe Solomon The Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for signing into law the bill establishing the Northwest Development Commission. In a statement on Thursday, the National Publicity Secretary of ACF, Prof. Muhammad-Baba, expressed the forum’s confidence that the new law marks a significant milestone, promising a new era of development for the people of the geopolitical zone. “ACF extends warm appreciation and gratitude to Alhaji Bola Ahmed Tinubu, President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria,” Prof. Muhammad-Baba stated. The forum also acknowledged the efforts of the Deputy President…

By Eseohe Solomon The Federal Government of Nigeria may restrict British Airways from operating at the country’s tier-one airports if the United Kingdom fails to honor its Bilateral Air Services Agreement (BASA) with Nigeria, according to the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Mr. Festus Keyamo. During a conference held by the League of Airports and Aviation Correspondents (LAAC) in Lagos on Friday, Keyamo disclosed that the federal government has formally requested that the UK allow Nigerian carriers, particularly Air Peace, to operate flights to Heathrow Airport. Keyamo stated, “We are working and collaborating with Nigerian carriers to ensure that…

Team Nigeria Shine, Draw Cheers By Sola Ojewusi Last night, the Paris 2024 Olympic Games kicked off with a spectacular and historically unique opening ceremony in the City of Light and Love, leaving an indelible mark on the history of the Games. Against the backdrop of a picturesque Parisian landscape, Team Nigeria made a grand entrance, shining brightly at La Grande Seine despite a downpour. In an innovative twist, the ceremony deviated from tradition by being held outside a stadium, transforming Paris into a breathtaking stage. The event utilized the city’s iconic landmarks, including the Austerlitz Bridge, Louvre, Notre-Dame de…

The Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has urged all groups planning to participate in the proposed nationwide protest to submit their details to the Commissioners of Police in their respective states. He spoke while addressing journalists in Abuja on Friday. He said this was to ensure the protest was peaceful. Egbetokun said, “We acknowledge the constitutional right of Nigerian citizens to peaceful assembly and protest. “However, in the interest of public safety and order, we urge all groups planning to protest to provide necessary details to the Commissioner of Police in the state where the protest is intended to…

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…