Author: Nigeriacurrent

Shekarau returns to APC, Yusuf says party stronger in Kano

  Former Governor of Kano State Malam Ibrahim Shekarau, has put an end to speculations by rejoining the All Progressives Congress (APC). In welcoming him to the party, Gov. Abba Yusuf of Kano State on Sunday described the return of the former governor and senator APC as a major boost to the party in the […]

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Insecurity: Bishop urges FG to strengthen strategies, protect citizens

  The Rt. Rev. Paul Dajur, Bishop of Keffi-Karshi Missionary Diocese, Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion), has called on the Federal Government to intensify efforts in addressing the country’s security challenges. He made the call on Sunday during the inauguration of the Mararaba Gurku Archdeaconry at St. Paul’s Church, Mararaba, and the installation of Canon […]

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Terror kingpin killed in factional clash as troops intensify operations in North-West

  A notorious terrorist leader, identified as Kachalla Auwalu, linked to the Dogo Gide network, has been killed during a violent clash between rival terrorist factions in Birnin Gwari Local Government Area of Kaduna State. An operational report made available to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Sunday said the incident occurred during an […]

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Oyedepo declares divine judgment on bandits

    The founder of Living Faith Church Worldwide, Bishop David Oyedepo, has declared judgment upon bandits and their sponsors. He said this during a church service on Sunday tagged: “Covenant Day of Vengeance” Speaking at the church headquarters in Ota, Ogun State, the cleric declared that within seven days, divine retribution would strike those […]

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 Advocates push acceptance for children with disabilities

  Disability rights advocates on Sunday renewed calls for greater societal acceptance and inclusion of children with developmental disabilities. They made the call in Abuja at the Fourth Inclusive African Children’s Runway (IACR), where children with disabilities and their neurotypical peers walked the runway together. The event, organised by The Engraced Ones Prayer Support and […]

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Strengthen democratic institutions, tackle Insecurity, CAPPA tells government

Also seeks economic justice   As the country moves towards the A 2027 general elections, Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has called on all tiers of government, electoral authorities, and political actors to take concrete steps to safeguard the country’s democracy. It also calls for credible elections, and the amelioration of the worsening […]

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Double Edge School holds Inter-House Sports

  Advocates govt’s support for grassroots sports By Patrick Aigbokhan The Proprietor of Double Edge School, Ogba, Lagos, Pastor Ken Ikeokwu, has called on the Federal Government to prioritise the growth and development of grassroots sport in the country’s agenda as part of its measures to encourage talents among young citizens, and to support private […]

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Tinubu mourns sports administrator Galadima

    President Bola Tinubu has expressed sadness over the passing of Kano-born ace sports administrator and community leader Alhaji Ibrahim Galadima. Galadima died on Saturday at 78. The deceased had served the Kano State Government and the Federal Government in various capacities, including as chairman of the Kano State Sports Council and a two-time […]

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Finance Ministry denies allegation of hidden spending, diversion of revenue

      The Federal Ministry of Finance has denied media reports on the latest Nigeria Development Update by the World Bank. In what it described as a misrepresentation of facts, the ministry claimed that reports that a significant portion of federation earnings was being “diverted” or constituted “hidden spending,” were false and misleading. A […]

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Ex-Ondo council chairman dies

  Chief Olayeye Ayeniyi, a former chairman of Okitipupa Local Government Area (LGA) of Ondo State, has died on Friday in Erinje community of Okitipupa. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Ayeniyi was chairman from 1999 to 2002 on the platform of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), but died as an All Progressives Congress […]

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