The First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, has denied planning to lead a national prayer for the numerous challenges facing the country. A report had claimed that Mrs Tinubu and the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, would lead a seven-day event titled ‘Seeking the Intervention of God in Nigeria’s Affairs.’ The report stated that the Director-General of the National Prayer Forum, Segun Afolorunikan, made the announcement during a press briefing in Abuja last Sunday. Afolorunikan had said that the initiative, coordinated with Christian and Muslim religious leaders, seeks divine intervention for the…
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‘False, Misleading,’ Eguavoen Denies Stepping Down As Super Eagles Coach
Super Eagles interim coach Augustine Eguavoen has dismissed rumour making the rounds that he has quit his role, following Tuesday’s barren draw against the Amavubi of Rwanda in Kigali. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the rumour of Eguavoen’s resignation started making the rounds, following his post-match reaction in Kigali. This was after Super Eagles 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) matchday two qualifying match against Rwanda, which ended 0-0 at the Amahoro Stadium in Kigali. However, Eguavoen, who spoke to journalists after the team touched down in…
Read More‘False, Misleading,’ NYSC Clears Air On Payment Of N70,000 Minimum Wage To Corps Members
The National Youth Service Corps has denied a social media report that corps members’ bank accounts are being upgraded to accommodate the N70,000 new national minimum wage. The corps said no directive has been given by the relevant authority for it to start the payment of N70, 000 minimum wage to corps members or to upgrade their accounts. According to a statement issued by the NYSC Director of Information and Public Relations, Eddy Megwa, on Saturday, the report is misleading and absolutely false. The NYSC, therefore, advised corps members to…
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