Month: July 2024

Lagos Bars Danfo, Korope From Statewide Operations

ADEOLA YUSUF

. Fixes October 1 deadline for full implementation The Lagos State Government has said there’s no going back on the planned enforcement banning operations of all unregulated commercial bus operations, such as Danfos and Koropes, along the Lekki-Epe corridor, from October 1, 2024. The Vanguard quoted special adviser to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu on transportation, Sola Giwa, to have disclosed this in a chat with the newspaper on Saturday, July 14. ‘20% To 7.2%,’ NNPC Reacts As Dangote Says Firm’s Stake in His Refinery Depleted He said that the reminder on…

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‘20% To 7.2%,’ NNPC Reacts As Dangote Says Firm’s Stake in His Refinery Depleted

ADEOLA YUSUF

“We made a commercial decision to cap our investment at the amount already paid.” Word-for-word of what NNPCL spokesman, Olufemi Soneye, said on the claim by Dangote   Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, says the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited no longer owns 20 percent stake in Dangote Petroleum Refinery, a statement that has drawn a reaction from the state oil firm. Speaking during a press briefing at the refinery on Sunday, Dangote said NNPC now owns 7.2 percent of the refinery over failure to pay the balance of…

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Retreat: NIMC, REPS COLLABORATE ON GOOD WORKING RELATIONSHIP, SUCCESS OF DIGITAL IDENTITY

ADEOLA YUSUF

The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) and the members of the House of Representatives Committee on National Population held a retreat themed Identity Management and Legislative Oversight to seek areas of collaboration towards the achievement of the Commission’s mandate and foster a harmonious working relationship. Speaking at the retreat, the NIMC Director General, Engr. Abisoye Coker-Odusote says that the retreat, amongst many, aims at re-acquainting the committee members with the activities of the Commission as well as its mandate and mission. READ ALSO: ‘He’s Just 20 Year-Old,’ What To Know…

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‘He’s Just 20 Year-Old,’ What To Know About Thomas Crooks, Trump-Rally Shooter

ADEOLA YUSUF

Following an attempt on the life of former United States President Donald Trump at a political rally on Saturday, July 13, 2024, in Pennsylvania, authorities have identified the shooter as 20-year-old Thomas Crooks. “Thomas Matthew Crooks, 20, of Bethel Park, Pennsylvania, is the subject involved in the assassination attempt of former President Donald Trump on July 13, in Butler, Pennsylvania,” USA Today quoted the Federal Bureau of Investigation as saying in a statement on Sunday. The bureau added, “This remains an active and ongoing investigation, and anyone with information that…

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‘Tragedy For Democracy,’ World Leaders Speak On Shooting At Trump Rally

ADEOLA YUSUF

▪️French President Macron, Canadian PM Justin Trudeau; UK PM Keir Starmer; German Chancellor Olaf Scholz; Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum and others; roll call of leaders and what they said.   Leaders around the world have condemned the assassination attempt on former US President Donald Trump on Saturday and expressed concern for him. The Republican presidential candidate was at a rally in Pennsylvania when shots were fired and he was injured in the right ear. The FBI has named 20-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks as the man suspected of carrying out the…

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For Prince Nduka Obaigbena At 65, By Friday Olokor

ADEOLA YUSUF

“In August 2022, I was issued a Query for attending the burial of Obaigbena’s mother in Owa – Oyibu; Earlier before then, after I had posted this photo (with him) when I was his Guest on his invitation, I was warned (I can still trace this chat on WhatsApp) by those who have been paying economic pilgrimages to Government Houses especially in Oyo, Osun, Ondo, Ogun and States, and even The Villa.”   “A true hero is not inspired by their strength, but by their ability to inspire and lead…

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Fire Ravages Emir Sanusi’s Palace in Kano, Throne and Valuables Destroyed

ADEOLA YUSUF

A devastating fire outbreak occurred at the palace of Emir Lamido Sanusi in Kano, destroying the throne, air conditioners, and other valuables. The incident happened on Friday night at the Gidan Rumfa palace, where the embattled Emir Sanusi sits every Monday for court sessions. According to sources, the fire started around 11 pm and is suspected to have been caused by an intruder who broke into the palace and set the fire before locking the door. The Chief of Staff to Emir Sanusi, Dan Buram Kano, confirmed the incident and…

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Police Announce Deadline For Payment Of N5,375 For E-CMR By Vehicle Owners

ADEOLA YUSUF

The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has given vehicle owners in Nigeria until July 29 to register for the digitalized Central Motor Registry (e-CMR), which costs N5,375 per vehicle. Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, disclosed this in a statement on Saturday, July 13. According to him, “The e-CMR is an advanced, real-time online repository of motor vehicle data, designed to support police investigations, operational activities, and combat vehicle-related crimes, including terrorism, banditry, kidnapping, and armed robbery. READ ALSO: Trump Breaks Silence, Says Bullet Pierced Upper Part Of Right Ear…

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Trump Breaks Silence, Says Bullet Pierced Upper Part Of Right Ear During Rally

ADEOLA YUSUF

“Nothing is known at this time about the shooter, who is now dead”.   Donald Trump has confirmed he was shot by a yet-to-be-identified gunman at a presidential rally in Pennsylvania Trump in a statement, via his social media handle, after the shooting at his rally in Pennsylvania, noted he was “shot” in the “upper part of my right ear”, and “much bleeding took place”. In the post on Truth Social, he extended his thanks to the Secret Service and law enforcement for their “rapid response”. “Most importantly, I want…

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Teenager Raped Inside Lagos Police Station, Officer On The Run

ADEOLA YUSUF

A 17-year-old girl has alleged that she was raped inside Ogudu Police Station in Lagos State. The suspect, a police officer, had promised to help the teenager retrieve her stolen phone. Instead, he locked her in his office, threatened her with a gun, and raped her. The victim’s mother, Mrs. Aramide Olupona, has accused the police of trying to cover up the allegation. She said, “The suspect’s wife and family have come to my shop to plead with me, but what about my daughter who was raped? The Area Commander…

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