Christmas celebration
25 Dec 2023
The mere mention of the word ‘Christmas’ evokes a scintillating spectrum of euphoria, as not just an annual religious celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ, who the Christians refer to as the son of the Most High God but that of a period of the reunion for faithful family members, long-term friends and fans.
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Edo State Governor, Sen. Monday Okpebholo, on Monday, approved the immediate reinstatement of staff members of Ambrose Alli University (AAU), Ekpoma, who were disengaged from service in March 2023. This was contained in a statement issued by the Secretary to the State Government, Musa Ikhilor. It was recalled that the staff, primarily members of the…
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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has made its largest asset recovery since its inception in 2003 after a court ordered the final forfeiture of an estate in Abuja measuring 150,500 square metres and containing 753 units of duplexes and other apartments belonging to a former government official. The ruling on the estate, located…
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Senator Shehu Sani stated that prison was a better experience for him compared to the military underground cell where he was initially detained in 1995. Sani revealed this when he spoke at the public presentation of Senator Chris Anyanwu’s autobiography, Bold Leap, held at the National Universities Commission (NUC) auditorium in Abuja. The human rights…
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Ahead of the 2027 general election, Obi of Onitsha, Alfred Achebe, on Monday, said Nigeria is ripe to have a female president. Citing an example of the United Kingdom, which has had three female prime ministers, the monarch expressed confidence that a female president would perform well for the country. The traditional ruler made the…
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The Chairman of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Epe branch, Dr S.O. Jimoh, has described the term "judicial corruption" as mere name-calling, asserting that corruption is a systemic issue affecting all facets of society. Speaking with journalists in Lagos, Dr Jimoh said that singling out the judiciary for corruption is misleading and unfair. He confirmed…
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Terrorists have planted land mines on roads leading to some communities in Zamfara State where they operate in order to prevent soldiers from rescuing kidnapped victims. The terrorists operating in the Dansadau and Yargaladima communities of Maru Local Government Area in Zamfara State, allegedly led by Dogo Gide, reportedly adopted the guerrilla war strategy…
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December is here, and for many Nigerians, it’s the perfect time to reconnect with family, attend events, and soak in the festive cheer. Whether you’re heading to the village for the holidays or visiting loved ones in the city, this period is always bustling with travel plans and excitement. However, it’s also the year's busiest…
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The Presidency has rejected claims that the ongoing Tax Reform Bills, currently before the National Assembly, propose the scrapping of key government agencies such as Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFUND), National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) and the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) or that they will impoverish the northern region. The…
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Operatives of the Rivers State Police Command have busted a child trafficking syndicate and rescued four children. According to a statement by the command's spokesperson, Grace Iringe-Koko, the operation took place in the Rumukwachi community near Port Harcourt, the Rivers State capital. The rescued children who were lodges in a guest house and about to…
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The Oba of Benin Palace on Monday approved the 2024 programme of activities for the annual Igue festival, otherwise called 'Ugie', during which 'funeral celebrations are not permitted in Benin'. In a statement, Secretary to the Benin Traditional Council (BTC), Mr. Frank Irabor, said Omo N'Oba N' Edo, Uku Akpolokpolo, Ewuare II, CFR, the Oba…