Aminu Abdulsalam
25 May 2024
The National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu, has denied allegations that he assisted the dethroned Emir of Kano, Aminu Ado Bayero, to return to Kano on Saturday. The Guardian reports that Kano State Deputy Governor, Aminu Abdulsalam, had alleged that Ribadu provided two aircraft for Bayero's return to the ancient city in the wee hours…
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President Bola Tinubu has flagged off the reconstruction and expansion of the Lagos-Ibadan Dual Carriageway, Section 1, and Section 1 of the Lagos-Sagamu Expressway. Performing the flag-off at Sagamu, Ogun State, President Tinubu said the project, which would be completed in 24 months, would cover underpasses at Kara, Wawa, Magboro, and Arepo, while flyover bridges…
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A couple, Hafsat Kabir Lawal and Baba Sule Sadiq, have been declared wanted by the police for alleged criminal conspiracy, cheating, and impersonation. In a police bulletin authorized by the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun and seen by The Guardian on Sunday, the police called for the immediate arrest and handover of the suspects to…
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A final-year student of the University of Delta, Awele Eluemunor, lost her life after being hit by a vehicle driven by a 100-level female student during a driving lesson with her boyfriend. The tragic accident occurred on Tuesday when the beginner driver lost control of the car, veered off the road, and struck pedestrians, killing…
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The British High Commission has reiterated its commitment to fostering peace and unity in Taraba State through ongoing support for peace-building initiatives. During a training session in Jalingo over the weekend for community leaders from Wukari, Takum, and Ussa Local Government Councils, the Commission’s Human Rights Officer, David Snelling, stressed the importance of sustainable peace…
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A Nigerian national was killed in a violent altercation at a chicken market in Bellahalli, Bagalur, India, following accusations of suspicious behaviour, police said on Friday. The victim, identified as 40-year-old Adiyako Masaliyo, reportedly visited the market with an associate when he was confronted by Yasin Khan, a worker at the shop. Khan accused Masaliyo…
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The Oakleaf Fitness Fiesta 2025 drew a crowd of enthusiastic participants to celebrate health and wellness. The event, which began at 8 AM, offered a variety of activities for all fitness levels, from high-energy warm-up sessions to challenging obstacle courses, strength training, CrossFit, colour games, timed sprints, and endurance plank competitions. "It was fun…
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The Youth Assembly of Nigeria (YAN), Bauchi State Chapter, has announced plans to present a bill to the Bauchi State House of Assembly seeking to ban scavenging, locally known as ‘Bola Jari’, in the state. Speaker of the Youth Assembly, Sani Danaudi Mohammed, disclosed this while leading a delegation to honour the Bauchi State Commissioner…
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Anambra State Governor, Charles Soludo, has raised concerns over the influx of counterfeit drugs into Onitsha’s Ọgbọ Ogwu market, questioning how banned substances continue to evade federal scrutiny and enter Nigeria’s markets. During a visit to the market on Thursday, Soludo described the discoveries made by federal regulators as "shocking and disturbing." He revealed that…
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The Chairmanship aspirant of the Association of Motor Dealers of Nigeria (AMDON), Niger State Chapter, Lukuman Salawu, has promised to take the association to greater heights if voted into office. He said the association under his leadership will witness a greater transformation compared to what was obtainable in the past, assuring that his leadership…
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The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has filed a lawsuit against the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) over its recent decision to increase Automated Teller Machine (ATM) transaction fees. SERAP argues that the fee hike is "unlawful, unfair, unreasonable, and unjust" and seeks a court order to stop its implementation. The suit, filed at…