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• Farmers lament worms destroying crops, call on Radda for chemical assistance

  27-06-2024 15:33 via pulse.ng
  
  Farmers laments that whenever the worms invaded farmlands, they ate up stems which made it difficult for the crops to survive.The Katsina State chapter of the All Farmers Association of Nigeria (AFAN) has called on the state government to assist farmers in controlling worms that are destroying crops in their farmlands.The AFAN Chairman in Kastina, Alhaji Yau Umar-Gojo-gojo, made the call while speaking with newsmen on Wednesday in Katsina. He said that the appeal had become imperative because wh
  
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• At Least 18 People Killed in Multiple Suicide Bombings in Nigeria

  30-06-2024 13:19 via nytimes.com
  
  Officials said that three female attackers had detonated explosive devices at a wedding and at a funeral in a city once ruled by Boko Haram. So far, no group has claimed responsibility.
  
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• CNN's Larry Madowo threatened after covering #RejectFinancebill protests in Kenya

  30-06-2024 11:39 via pulse.ng
  
  CNN journalist Larry Madowo who has been covering the deadly protests in Kenya extensively has received threatening messagesCNN journalist Larry Madowo has taken to social media, sharing screenshots of threatening messages he has received.Without revealing their motive, the persons behind the threatening messages make their intention to deal with the award-winning journalist clear, warning him that his days are numbered."We will deal with you", "Your days are numbered" and “Wewe umeanza uj
  
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• I'm against destruction of govt assets- Obi condemns Kenyan violent protest

  30-06-2024 11:18 via pulse.ng
  
  Angry Kenyan youths destroyed government buildings during protests against President Ruto's controversial Finance Bill.Peter Obi, the Labour Party presidential flag-bearer in the 2023 general elections, has condemned the ongoing violent protests in Kenya.Obi expressed his displeasure while speaking to journalists in Onitsha, Anambra State, on Saturday, June 29, 2024.The former Anambra State Governor said riots or destruction of government assets during protests is counterproductive thus brings s
  
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• NAFDAC boss lauds Tinubu for signing order to make Nigeria manufacture drugs

  30-06-2024 09:40 via pulse.ng
  
  The NAFDAC boss noted that the President’s Executive Order underscores the administration’s commitment to transforming Nigeria’s health sector.The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has commended President Bola Tinubu for recently signing an Executive Order (EO) to transform the country’s health sector.The commendation is in a statement by the Director-General of NAFDAC, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, issued to newsmen in Abuja on Saturday.Adey
  
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• Wike, Abbas bag traditional titles in Nasarawa for exemplary leadership

  30-06-2024 09:33 via pulse.ng
  
  The Nasarawa State governor’s wife, Hajiya Silifat Sule, was awarded the traditional title of “Anyi Koya” of Karu Chiefdom, which means “Women’s mother.The Esu Karu of Karu Chiefdom, Luka Panya-Baba, on Saturday, conferred the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, with the traditional title of Bakuku.Panya-Baba conferred the title in Karu Local Government Area of Nasarawa State, at the celebration of his 20th Anniversary on the throne as the traditional ruler of Karu Chiefdom.
  
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• We thought this wouldn't happen again - Otti regrets killing of policemen

  30-06-2024 09:25 via pulse.ng
  
  Otti assured the people that his administration remained focused on rebuilding the state and would not succumb to any form of blackmail.Governor Alex Otti of Abia has commiserated with the families of the two policemen killed in Aba by yet-to-be-identified gunmen.The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that on Friday, four policemen were attacked by hoodlums at Opobo Road in Aba, leading to the death of the two operatives, while two others were wounded.Speaking with newsmen on Saturday, shortly
  
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• Gov Oborevwori grateful as FG commences 250 housing units project in Delta

  30-06-2024 09:15 via pulse.ng
  
  Dangiwa urged the contractors to ensure they work according to specifications and expressed hope that the project would create over 6,500 jobs.The Federal Government has inaugurated the construction of 250 housing units in Ekpan Community, Uvwie Local Government Area of Delta State.Mr Ahmed Dangiwa, the Minister of Housing and Urban Development, performed the groundbreaking ceremony on Saturday in Ekpan Community.In his remark, Dangiwa said that the housing projects were under the Renewed Hope C
  
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• 18 people confirmed dead, 19 seriously injured in Borno suicide bombing

  30-06-2024 09:07 via pulse.ng
  
  NAN reports that the coordinated attacks, which took many by surprise, were shocking to the people of Borno.Dr Barkindo Saidu, the Director-General of Borno State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA), has confirmed more blasts in Gwoza and the rise in the number of people killed to 18.Saidu said in a situation report obtained by the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) that the death comprised adult males, females and children.He added that the first blast by a suicide bomber took place at a wedding cerem
  
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• You have no reason to detain him - Obi asks Tinubu to free IPOB leader Kanu

  30-06-2024 00:06 via pulse.ng
  
  Obi said the continuous detention of Kanu by the Federal Government is a violation of the rule of law.The Labour Party torchbearer in the 2023 presidential election, Peter Obi, has called on President Bola Tinubu to release the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, and other incarcerated freedom fighters.Obi made the call while speaking to journalists in Onitsha, Anambra State, on Saturday, June 29, 2024.Obi condemned the continuous detention of Kanu, noting tha
  
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• Celestial Church holds unity rally with C&S in Lagos amid unification moves

  29-06-2024 23:45 via pulse.ng
  
  The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the churches are also planning a unification crusade in Abuja on July 20.The Celestial Church of Christ and the Cherubim and Seraphim on Saturday staged a unity rally in Lagos.The rally was carried out to cement their bond.The rally began on Victoria Island, as members of the churches drove in a long motorcade across major roads and streets to inform Lagos residents of the unification.The rally was spiced up with a life band, songs and dances by memb
  
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• Obi donates ₦10m to Imo nursing school, supports conversion to university

  29-06-2024 23:35 via pulse.ng
  
  The former Anambra governor, therefore, pledged his total support for the conversion of the school to a university as proposed by its management.The Labour Party Presidential Candidate in the 2023 General Elections, Peter Obi, says investment in the country’s health sector remains 'critical.'Obi said this on Saturday, when he paid a solidarity visit to Holy Rosary College of Nursing, Emekuku, near Owerri.He said that with an average life expectancy put at 55 years, Nigerians need holistic
  
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• Shehu Sani decries neglect of public schools in Northern Nigeria

  29-06-2024 22:27 via pulse.ng
  
  The former lawmaker lamented that the activities of bandits and terrorists had destroyed all educational fabrics in northern Nigeria.Senator Shehu Sani has decried the poor state of public schools in the north of Nigeria and expressed fears of an imminent collapse if the situation continued.He spoke during the 40th anniversary of Government Science College, Kagara, organised by the Kagara Old Boys Association (KAGOBA), Class of 1984 in Minna on Saturday.Sani recalled that public schools used to
  
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• Hisbah seizes 142 cartons of alcohol headed for Daura, Katsina

  29-06-2024 20:52 via pulse.ng
  
  The Hisbah commander explained that the operation led to the interception of the vehicle carrying the cartons of alcohol along the state’s ring road.The Katsina State Hisbah Board has seized about 142 cartons of alcohol intended for delivery to the Daura Local Government Area of the state.The Hisbah Commander in the state, Dr Aminu Usman, disclosed this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Katsina on Saturday.According to Usman, the alcohol was seized on Monday during a
  
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• Passengers stunned as couple takes wedding vows at Lagos airport

  29-06-2024 20:47 via pulse.ng
  
  When asked if the couple were airport staff, Oguta said: They are just Nigerians who felt the idea was good.Airport users were on Saturday astonished as a couple, Olamide Alli and Abiodun Agboola, took their wedding vows at the Murtala Muhammed Airport Terminal II (MMA2).The terminal is operated by Bi-Courtney Aviation Services Ltd. (BASL).The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the barricaded section of the departure area, for the wedding, accommodated only about 50 guests.Kola Bamigboye,
  
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• FCT schools get digital boost for students' tech skills

  29-06-2024 20:28 via pulse.ng
  
  Dr Wale Adekanye, the Senate President’s Special Adviser on Health, stressed the importance of Nigeria’s education system focusing on skills training and innovation to equip youth for the future.At least 20 Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Abuja secondary schools have launched tech clubs.Under the global umbrella of the International Day of the African Child 2024, this initiative was launched in at least 20 Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja secondary schools.Organised by the Afri
  
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• 6 wedding guests killed, many injured as suicide bombers strike in Borno

  29-06-2024 19:57 via pulse.ng
  
  Muhammed Kasim, another witness said that the attack happened around 1:30 p.m.No fewer than six people have been killed with 15 others injured in a suicide attack in Gwoza, Borno.Tragedy struck when the suicide bomber detonated an Improvised Explosive Device (IEDs) in Gwoza town.The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the attack occurred at a busy motor park called Marrarraban Gwoza.Borno State Commissioner of Police (CP), Yusuf Lawal, confirmed the attack saying that a female suicide bomb
  
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• Gov Aiyedatiwa promises to build new stadium in Akure soon

  29-06-2024 17:53 via pulse.ng
  
  Aiyedatiwa said his administration was determined to give the state a befitting stadium and that he would prioritise sports and also pay attention to the welfare of athletes.Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo said on Saturday that plans were on to construct a brand new stadium in the state to help nurture talents who would represent the state and the country at international competitions.Aiyedatiwa made this known in his speech at an event to commemorate the 2024 Olympic Day Run held at the Ondo
  
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• Police arrest driver for attempting to escape with boss’ Lexus ES 350 car

  29-06-2024 17:49 via pulse.ng
  
  According to Hundeyin, the unnamed driver, allegedly drove away the boss’ car after dropping her off at Tejuosho Market, Yaba.The Police Command in Lagos State has arrested a 36-year-old man for allegedly attempting to run away with his boss’ car after dropping her off at the market.The Command’s spokesperson, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, confirmed this to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Saturday in Lagos.Hundeyin said that the complainant, whose identity was not disclosed, report
  
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• He's had a brilliant career trajectory - Tinubu celebrates Fashola at 61

  29-06-2024 17:45 via pulse.ng
  
  President Bola Tinubu on Saturday congratulated Mr Babatunde Fashola, former Governor of Lagos State, on his 61st birthday.In a statement by Chief Ajuri Ngelale, Special Adviser to the President, Media and Publicity, the President described Fashola as a highly esteemed lawyer, administrator, author, essayist, and public officer par excellence.“He has had a brilliant career trajectory – in private practice as a lawyer and public service.“He was the Chief of Staff when President
  
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• Police investigating IED explosion in Rivers, 1 suspect arrested

  29-06-2024 17:32 via pulse.ng
  
  The police image maker urged the public to cooperate with law enforcement and report any suspicious activities related to the incident.The Police Command in Rivers is currently investigating an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) detonation that occurred near Hotel Presidential in Port Harcourt on Tuesday, an official said.SP Grace Iringe-Koko, the spokesperson of the command, said in a statement in Port Harcourt on Saturday that one male suspect had been apprehended.She urged residents to remain
  
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• Nigerians want PDP senator jailed after confessing to buying votes in 2023

  29-06-2024 17:24 via pulse.ng
  
  The Osn senator said he offered voters money on the eve of the last general elections to enable him to win a particular polling unit.Nigerians have called for the prosecution and jailing of a Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) senator representing Osun West District Olalere Oyewumi after he confessed to buying votes during the 2023 general elections.The vote-buying challenge remains a plague on election credibility in Nigeria as it creates an unfair and undue advantage for candidates with deep pocke
  
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• Remain firm, God is with us - Raila's message after week of deadly protest

  29-06-2024 14:42 via pulse.ng
  
  Raila delved into the events of a deadly week of protests, urging Kenyans to “remain firm”Azimio la Umoja leader Raila Odinga has broken his silence on the deployment of the military across the country and the chaos that was witnessed this week as #RejectFinanceBill2024 took centre stage.The opposition chief noted that rogue police officers and thugs who unleashed terror on peaceful demonstrators, leading to many deaths and injuries should be held accountable."We lost so many young p
  
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• The stress of Nigeria is so much- Patience Jonathan won't return to Aso Rock

  29-06-2024 13:46 via pulse.ng
  
  Patience Jonathan remains one of the most controversial First Ladies Nigeria has ever had.Patience Jonathan, former Nigeria's First Lady and wife of ex-President, Goodluck Jonathan, has ruled out the possibility of returning to Aso Rock.Patience spent eight years living in the Presidential Villa between 2007 and 2015 when her husband served as first the vice president and subsequently the president.She succeeded Turai Yar'Adua as the First Lady after the latter's husband, Umaru Musa Yar'Adua, di
  
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• 'The stress is so much' - Patience Jonathan won't return to Aso Rock

  29-06-2024 13:46 via pulse.ng
  
  Patience Jonathan remains one of the most controversial First Ladies Nigeria has ever had.Patience Jonathan, former Nigeria's First Lady and wife of ex-President, Goodluck Jonathan, has ruled out the possibility of returning to Aso Rock.Patience spent eight years living in the presidential Villa between 2007 and 2015 when her husband served as first the vice president and subsequently the president.She succeeded Turai Yar'Adua as the First Lady after the latter's husband, Umaru Musa Yar'Adua, di
  
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• Kenyans react to Ruto's update after hosting 96 bishops at State House

  29-06-2024 13:23 via pulse.ng
  
  President William Ruto met 96 bishops at State House on Saturday and gave an update shortly after the meeting with netizens weighing in on the sameAn update by President William Ruto after meeting 96 bishops at State House has stirred social media with Kenyans reacting to the update.The president noted that his administration has deliberate programmes and policies to create job and income opportunities for our young people, noting that these, alongside other national economic challenges that fac
  
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• Biden acknowledges age, bad debate performance, but vows Trump’s defeat

  29-06-2024 10:08 via pulse.ng
  
  Biden’s verbal mumbles and occasionally meandering responses in the debate heightened voter concerns that he might not be fit to serve another four-year term.President Joe Biden said on Friday he intended to defeat Republican rival Donald Trump in the November presidential election, giving no sign he would consider dropping out of the race.Biden was speaking after a feeble debate performance that dismayed his fellow Democrats.“I know I’m not a young man, to state the obvious,&r
  
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• FRSC threatens to withdraw licences of recalcitrant drivers

  29-06-2024 10:01 via pulse.ng
  
  The FRSC boss said that the Corps had a robust engagement with the leadership of the various Transport Unions, and Security Agencies.The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) will henceforth revoke the driver’s licences of recalcitrant drivers.Corps Marshal, Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) Malam Shehu Mohammed, made this known on Friday in Abuja while addressing newsmen on the outcome of the 2024 Eid-el Kabir Special Patrol Operations held between Friday, June 14 to Sunday, June 23.He said tha
  
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• We stand with the Sultan - Miyetti Allah sends message to Sokoto govt

  29-06-2024 09:58 via pulse.ng
  
  The Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN) has emphasised the need for the protection and preservation of the institution of the Sultanate in the country.The National President of MACBAN, Alhaji Baba Othman-Ngelzarma, made the call in a statement on Saturday in Abuja.He said that the institution of the Sultanate which dates over two hundred years, should not be toyed with by politicians who were supposed to be channelling their energy into promoting good governance.Othman-
  
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• You should be ashamed of Labour Party's performance in Abia - PDP tells Obi

  29-06-2024 08:59 via pulse.ng
  
  PDP said Nigerians should be worried if what's going on in Abia is a miniature of the governance Obi promises the country.The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has expressed deep concern over the performances of the Labour Party-led Abia State government, describing it as shameful.The Vice Chairman of the PDP in Abia state, Abraham Amah, disclosed this in an interview with Saturday PUNCH.Amah condemned Governor Alex Otti-led government's actions, particularly its handling of public servants' affair
  
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