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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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• How Customs intercepted rifles, ammunition, drugs at Onne port

  01-07-2024 21:29 via pulse.ng
  
  Kokumo has commended the NCS for the milestone in the struggle for safety and security.Bashir Adeniyi, Comptroller-General of Nigeria Customs Service has narrated how 844 units of assorted rifles, and 112,500 pieces of live ammunition among other contraband were intercepted at the Onne Port.Adeniyi narrated this on Monday at a media briefing at Onne, Area 2 Command in Rivers, organised to declare the seized items and hand them over to the appropriate authority.“Based on intelligence sharin
  
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• How Customs intercepted riffles, ammunition, drugs at Onne port

  01-07-2024 21:29 via pulse.ng
  
  Kokumo has commended the NCS for the milestone in the struggle for safety and security.Bashir Adeniyi, Comptroller-General of Nigeria Customs Service has narrated how 844 units of assorted riffles, and 112,500 pieces of live ammunition among other contraband were intercepted at the Onne Port.Adeniyi narrated this on Monday at a media briefing at Onne, Area 2 Command in Rivers, organised to declare the seized items and hand them over to the appropriate authority.“Based on intelligence shari
  
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• German man injures 14 people in surprising acid attack

  01-07-2024 21:23 via pulse.ng
  
  Authorities are still conducting tests to determine the exact substance used in the attack.The German Police says it is investigating a 43-year-old man as the potential culprit behind an acid attack outside a café on Monday.The investigation reveals that the 43- year-old man of the western city of Bochum had left several people seriously injured after causing the attack.A German police spokeswoman said the suspect is in police custody and is expected to be brought before the judge on susp
  
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• Wike threatens to unseat lawmaker in 2027

  01-07-2024 21:09 via pulse.ng
  
  Wike says an unnamed lawmaker is angry with the praises he has been receiving as FCT Minister.Nyesom Wike, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has threatened to unseat an unidentified lawmaker for criticising his successes as the FCT Minister.Wike made the threat during the inauguration of the construction of Mabushi Bus Terminal, Phase I, in Abuja on Monday.He said he overheard somebody, a lawmaker in the National Assembly on Arise TV in the morning, castigating the successes being
  
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• PHOTOS: Netizens react as Wike rocks over ₦3.4m Versace denim coat

  01-07-2024 17:41 via pulse.ng
  
  A Japanese luxury online store sells the Versace denim coat for €2,125, equivalent to over ₦3.4 million according to the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) rate.In what has sparked widespread reactions on social media, Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), was recently seen donning a Versace denim street-style plain cotton logo coat. According to checks by Pulse on BUYMA, a Japanese luxury online store, the designer coat cost €2,125, equivalent to over S
  
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• INEC will soon tell Nigerians 142 ways to improve future elections

  01-07-2024 17:21 via pulse.ng
  
  The commission published the report of the review of the 2023 elections, adding it was already available on its website.Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, the Chairman, of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says the commission has come up with 142 recommendations to improve the future electoral process.Yakubu said this at the opening of a two-day Induction Retreat for Resident Electoral Commissioners (RECs) on Monday in Lagos.He said that the commission had published the report of the revie
  
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• Fayose did not handle financial transactions in ₦6.9bn fraud case - Witness

  01-07-2024 17:12 via pulse.ng
  
  The evidence was under cross-examination in the ongoing trial of Fayose for ₦6.9 billion in fraud and money laundering.A prosecution witness, Abubakar Madaki, on Monday, told a Federal High Court in Lagos that former Gov. Ayodele Fayose did not personally make any of the financial transactions relevant to the charge before the court.Madaki gave the evidence under cross-examination in the ongoing trial of Fayose for ₦6.9 billion in fraud and money laundering. Fayose is being prosecute
  
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• 12 of 25 Ajayi Crowther University students cleared in student's death case

  01-07-2024 16:24 via pulse.ng
  
  25 Ajayi Crowther University students were charged with conspiracy, murder and negligence.Twelve out of the 25 students of Ajayi Crowther University, Oyo, brought before an Iyaganku Chief Magistrates’ Court, Ibadan for alleged murder were on Monday discharged.The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the 25 students, arraigned on June 5, were charged with conspiracy, murder and negligence.The Chief Magistrate, Olabisi Ogunkanmi, had ordered the students to be remanded in a correctional
  
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• Anambra lawmaker fights poverty, empowers 200 widows, youths with machines

  01-07-2024 16:12 via pulse.ng
  
  The empowerment aims to promote economic self-sufficiency, reduce poverty and community development.A member of the House of Representatives, Prof. Oby Orogbu (LP- Anambra), representing Awka North and South Federal Constituency, on Monday distributed sewing and grinding machines to 200 widows and youths.The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the items were distributed in collaboration with the Federal College of Horticulture, Norton Innovation Services Ltd, and the Federal Ministry of Ag
  
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• Family of late ex-Konga CEO gives fresh update on suicide claims

  01-07-2024 16:02 via pulse.ng
  
  Nick Imudia, the Group CEO of D.light International until his passing, resided in Nairobi, Kenya, where the company’s headquarters are located.The family of Nick Imudia, the ex-CEO of the e-commerce company Konga, has strongly refuted rumours suggesting that he took his own life.In a statement issued by Dr. Anthony N. Imudia, the family dismissed reports that Nick had made farewell calls to his brother and daughter, providing instructions before his death.In an earlier report, it was gathe
  
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• Nigeria Urged to Consider General Strike

  01-07-2024 15:48 via pulse.ng
  
  The Campaign for Democratic and Workers' Rights (CDWR) in Nigeria has urged Organised Labour to consider declaring a nationwide strike over the minimum wage and the recent increase in electricity tariffs.Calls for 48-hour general strike and mass protest to demand minimum wage of at least N200,000 and reversal of anti-poor policiesCDWR urges Organised Labour in Nigeria to consider nationwide strike over minimum wage and electricity tariffsEmphasizes inspiration from successful mass protest in Ken
  
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• Canada welcomes over 71,000 Nigerians as citizens in just 19 years

  01-07-2024 14:46 via pulse.ng
  
  According to IRCC data, India has been the top country of origin for new Canadian citizens since 2005, with 536,279 people gaining citizenship.Canadian Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship (IRCC), a Canadian government department that handles immigration, refugee matters, and citizenship, has confirmed that over 71,459 Nigerians became Canadian citizens between 2005 and 2024.This number ranks Nigeria 10th among countries of birth for new Canadian citizens.According to IRCC data, while new Cana
  
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• Kirikiri prison faces health crisis with 25 confirmed cholera cases

  01-07-2024 14:04 via pulse.ng
  
  Abayomi traced the cholera outbreak in Lagos to unregulated street drinks and contaminated water sources identified two weeks ago.The Lagos State government has confirmed a cholera outbreak at Kirikiri prison.State Commissioner for Health, Prof. Akin Abayomi, shared updates on the situation, noting that the government has received additional support from the World Health Organisation (WHO) to tackle the infectious disease.Abayomi emphasised the government’s prompt response with necessary m
  
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• How Kenyan fooled the world that he was smoking teargas during anti-tax protest

  01-07-2024 12:45 via pulse.ng
  
  A Kenyan protestor in Nyeri managed to pull off a stunt that made it appear as though he was smoking tear gasAt the height of the anti-Finance Bill 2024 protests in Kenya on June 25 , a video has surfaced that has captivated audiences globally.The video shows a protester holding a teargas canister to his mouth, seemingly inhaling and then exhaling a cloud of smoke.This startling footage has led to widespread reports and claims that the individual was "smoking teargas."However, a closer examinati
  
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• Court dismiss Kanu's case for lack of credible evidence on rights violation

  01-07-2024 12:42 via pulse.ng
  
  The court held that Kanu's claim of DSS eavesdropping on his conversations with his lawyers in preparation for his defence could not be established. A Federal High Court, Abuja, on Monday, dismissed a ₦1 billion suit filed by Nnamdi Kanu, detained leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), against the Federal Government and Department of State Services (DSS).Justice James Omotosho, in a judgment, held that Kanu failed to provide credible evidence to back the alleged viola
  
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• Rep urges Nigerians to treat cholera as seriously as Covid-19 amid 53 deaths

  01-07-2024 11:36 via pulse.ng
  
  Due to the rise of cholera cases across 31 states, the Federal Government has activated the National Emergency Operation Centre.Rep. James Faleke (Ikeja Federal Constituency) has called on Nigerians to treat the outbreak of cholera in some parts of the country with the level of seriousness they handled the COVID-19 pandemic.Faleke made the call in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Lagos on Monday. NAN reports that the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) recently reporte
  
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• Lawmaker wants Nigerians to treat cholera as seriously as COVID

  01-07-2024 11:36 via pulse.ng
  
  The Federal Government has activated the National Emergency Operation Centre due to the cholera outbreak.Rep. James Faleke (Ikeja Federal Constituency) has called on Nigerians to treat the outbreak of cholera in some parts of the country with the level of seriousness they handled the COVID-19 pandemic.Faleke made the call in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Lagos on Monday.NAN reports that the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) recently reported that 53 deaths due to
  
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• President Ruto shares his biggest regret about Finance Bill protests

  01-07-2024 11:35 via pulse.ng
  
  President Ruto throws his communications team under the busPresident William Ruto was questioned on Sunday about any regrets regarding the government's actions leading up to the protests against the Finance Bill 2024 that turned deadly.During a media roundtable interview at State House, President Ruto admitted that the government should have communicated its agenda better.“Do you regret anything at all? What should you have done better, what should your people have done better?” Joe
  
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• Ex-APC chieftain predicts loom for north - Blames Buhari, exonerates Tinubu

  01-07-2024 11:26 via pulse.ng
  
  Lukman said the National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu has devalued an exalted office almost to the status of a Protocol Office to President Asiwaju Tinubu.Salihu Lukman, the former National Vice Chairman (North West) of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has cleared President Bola Tinubu of blame regarding the underdevelopment and difficulties in the north.Lukman attributes these issues to the eight-year administration of former President Muhammadu Buhari, stating that the region's decl
  
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• EFCC Chairman sets up panel to probe officers for assaulting hotel staff

  01-07-2024 11:19 via pulse.ng
  
  The EFCC officers are to appear before the panel on Monday.The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has set up a disciplinary panel to investigate two operatives accused of assaulting a woman during a raid on a hotel in Lagos on Thursday.Its Spokesman, Dele Oyewale, who said this in a statement on Monday in Abuja added that the errant officers were to appear before the panel on Monday.Oyewale said that the EFCC Chairman, Ola Olukoyede, set up the disciplinary team to look into the cas
  
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• NAF helicopter crashes in Kaduna

  01-07-2024 11:03 via pulse.ng
  
  It was confirmed that a team of Nigerian Air Force officers quickly arrived at the crash site to secure the area and start an initial investigation.A Nigerian Air Force (NAF) helicopter crashed early Monday morning in Tami village, located in Kaduna State’s Igabi Local Government Area.On a routine operational flight, the helicopter encountered technical problems that led to the accident.According to Punch, the pilot successfully followed emergency procedures and survived the crash.Eyewitne
  
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• Timi Frank to Akpabio - Don’t provoke Kenyan-style revolt in Nigeria

  01-07-2024 09:46 via pulse.ng
  
  The ex-APC chieftain questioned why Akpabio didn’t investigate the expenditure of the ₦214 billion or suggest selling some aircraft or helicopters to offset the cost of purchasing new ones.Timi Frank, the former Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has issued a stark warning to Senate President Godswill Akpabio, cautioning him against making remarks that could potentially spark a Kenyan-style uprising in Nigeria. In a statement released Monday,
  
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• Rivers crisis: Pro-Wike lawmakers alleged of plot to compromise judiciary

  01-07-2024 09:04 via pulse.ng
  
  This development follows the heated political acrimony over Governor Siminalayi Fubara's replacement of the local council chairman after their tenure ended.Fresh concerns have been raised over an alleged attempt by pro-Nyesom Wike lawmakers to compromise the judiciary and buy court judgment.Citizens Advocacy Against Corruption (CAAC) made this allegation at a press conference in Abuja.The group claimed that these political actors are attempting to buy court rulings and undermine citizens' confid
  
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• Nigerians commend military's sustained onslaught against terrorists

  30-06-2024 22:19 via pulse.ng
  
  Buba explained that troops had maintained momentum against the activities of crude oil thieves and recovered large quantities of stolen products.Nigerians have commended the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja’s, sustained onslaught in the fight against terrorists nationwide.The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that on assumption of office as the 39th COAS on June 22, 2023, Lagbaja expressed commitment to the decimation of terrorists and their enclaves, to restore the
  
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• Benue's Alia: Without massive women votes, I wouldn’t be governor

  30-06-2024 22:10 via pulse.ng
  
  He assured women in the state that he would continue to support them to attain their goals and realise their potential.Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue has acknowledged that without the massive votes of women in the state, he would not have won the 2023 Governorship Election.Alia stated this on Saturday in Makurdi, during the launch of the 774 Explode Project, an initiative of Senator Oluremi Tinubu, the First Lady.The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), reports that the 774 Explode Project, is being p
  
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• Yusuf questions integrity of judges who help drug traffickers escape justice

  30-06-2024 21:57 via pulse.ng
  
  The governor commended KAROTA’s efforts at helping relevant authorities to arrest illicit drug dealers.Governor Abba Yusuf of Kano State has directed the office of the state Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice to block legal loopholes exploited by drug traffickers to escape justice.Yusuf spoke during a visit to the Kano Road Traffic Agency (KAROTA) on Sunday.He said it was unfortunate that some drug traffickers seek and obtain court orders for the release of their confiscated ill
  
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• Nasarawa lawmaker disburses ₦20m to 130 constituents

  30-06-2024 21:48 via pulse.ng
  
  Zhekaba, a PDP chieftain, said that some people got ₦100,000, while others got ₦50,000.The Minority Leader of the Nasarawa House of Assembly, Luka Iliya Zhekaba, on Sunday, disbursed 20 million naira as a palliative to 130 members of his constituency.In a speech at the event held at Duduguru, Obi Local Government Area (LGA), Zhekaba said that the gesture was intended to cushion the effect of the prevailing economic hardship in the country.He also hoped that the cash gift would help t
  
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• NDLEA storms Abuja drup party tagged Pick Your Poison, arrests 60 suspects

  30-06-2024 21:36 via pulse.ng
  
  Babafemi said that no less than 40.32kg of Loud, an imported strong strain of cannabis was, on Friday, June 28, recovered in a vehicle along Lekki-Ikoyi road.The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), on Sunday, said it raided a ‘drug party’ in Abuja and arrested 60 suspects.Its spokesperson, Femi Babafemi, in a statement, said that the Friday party was dubbed: “Go hard or Go Home, Pick Your Poison”.“The suspects comprised 25 males and 35 females; they were a
  
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• NDLEA storms Abuja drug party tagged Pick Your Poison, arrests 60 suspects

  30-06-2024 21:36 via pulse.ng
  
  Babafemi said that no less than 40.32kg of Loud, an imported strong strain of cannabis was, on Friday, June 28, recovered in a vehicle along Lekki-Ikoyi road.The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), on Sunday, said it raided a ‘drug party’ in Abuja and arrested 60 suspects.Its spokesperson, Femi Babafemi, in a statement, said that the Friday party was dubbed: “Go hard or Go Home, Pick Your Poison”.“The suspects comprised 25 males and 35 females; they were a
  
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