Day: November 23, 2022

BREAKING: Buhari Unveils New N200, N500, N1000 Notes

Aliyu Aliyu

Here are the see-it-for-yourself pictures of the new notes and what to know about their purchasing power   President Muhammadu Buhari has unveiled the re-designed N200, N500 and N1000 notes at the commencement of the weekly meeting of Federal Executive Council. According to a tweet by the president’s assistant on social media, Bashir Ahmad, Buhari unveiled the redesigned N200, N500, N1000 notes today. Platforms Africa reports that Buhari was flanked by cabinet officials, including the CBN Governor, Godwin Emefiele, while unveiling the redesigned N1,000, N500 and N200. The new Naira…

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Atiku Alongside PDP Members Meet CAN Leaders

Abibat Babalola

Presidential Candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, Atiku Abubakar has arrived at the Headquarters of the Christian Association of Nigeria for an interaction with the Christian leaders. Gatekeepers News reports that CAN had commenced interaction with Presidential candidates where they presented their proposals. Atiku alongside his Vice Presidential Candidate, Governor Ifeanyi Okowa of Delta State, and PDP National chairman, Dr. Iyorchia Ayu arrived at the headquarters on Tuesday. Others in the entourage included Governor of Taraba State, Dairus Ishaku; Former Senate President, Bukola Saraki; Former Vice President, Alhaji Namadi Sambo;…

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Court Orders INEC To Resume Voters Registration

Abibat Babalola

Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the National Electoral Commission (INEC) to immediately resume the Continuous Voters Registration until 90 days before the 2023 general elections. Gatekeepers News reports that Justice Inyang Ekwo who gave the order on Tuesday also directed INEC to ensure that eligible Nigerians are not deprived of the opportunity to have their voter card for the forthcoming election. The Judge held that it was the constitutional responsibility of the electoral umpire to make adequate provisions for the exercise in accordance with Nigerian laws. “The case…

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Saudi Arabia Declares Public Holiday After Argentina Win

Ganiyu Amodu

Saudi Arabia’s King Salman has announced that there will be a public holiday in the country on Wednesday after the Saudi team edged Argentina 2-1 at the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar. According to Arabnews, King Salman approved a suggestion made by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to celebrate the national team’s victory with a holiday. All public and private sector employees and students at all educational stages will be given a holiday. The Saudis celebrated beating the South Americans in the opening game of Group C as they…

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Cristiano Ronaldo To Leave Manchester United By Mutual Consent

Ganiyu Amodu

Manchester United have confirmed that Cristiano Ronaldo has left the club, effective immediately. Ronaldo, 37, has agreed a “mutual” termination of his contract following his explosive interview with Piers Morgan in which he criticised United and manager Erik ten Hag. A statement issued by the club on Tuesday read: “The club thanks him for his immense contribution across two spells at Old Trafford, scoring 145 goals in 346 appearances, and wishes him and his family well for the future. “Everyone at Manchester United remains focused on continuing the team’s progress…

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Buhari Flags Off First Oil Mining Project In North

Abibat Babalola

President Muhammadu Buhari is currently performing the flag-off of the Kolmani Integrated Development Project (KIPRO) on the boundary of Bauchi and Gombe States. Gatekeepers News reports that this ground-breaking ceremony of the Kolmani Oil Prospecting Lease (OPL) 809 and 810 at the Kolmani field site is the first oil drilling in the Northern part of Nigeria. Oil was discovered in commercial volume in the region about two years ago. While Nigeria is already exploring crude oil in the southern Niger Delta, this exploration up north will be the first after…

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