Author: Felix Duru Mbah

Apr

22

2026

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Circular Road: Oyo Approves N5.8bn For Over 900 Property Owners

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By Stephen Gbadamosi, Ibadan Oyo State Executive Council (SEC) meeting chaired by Governor Seyi Makinde has approved compensation for over 900 property owners whose lands were affected by the ongoing construction of the Ibadan Circular Road. According to a statement by the State Commissioner for Information, Prince Dotun Oyelade, today, a total of N5.813bn will be paid to these categories of people. “The SEC noted that the compensation would not only put a stop to the agitation and misinformation surrounding this laudable project, but will also pave the way for accelerated planning and development, foster investors' confidence, and bring to…

Apr

22

2026

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Tinubu Unfurls Six New Appointments For Education Sector Agencies, Five Are Professors

Education

President Bola Tinubu today made half a dozen high profile appointments for some agencies in the nation's education sector. Five of the appointees are Professors. A Presidency statement, today, listed the appointments as: Professor Modupe Adeola Adelabu – Chairman, Governing Board, National Examination Council (NECO); Professor Ibrahim Dantani Wushishi – Retained as Registrar/Chief Executive, NECO; and Professor Babatunde Salako – Chairman, Governing Board, National Board for Technical Education (NBTE). Also announced were Professor Idris M. Bugaje – Reappointed as Executive Secretary, NBTE (second and final 5-year term); Engr. (Dr.) Bongfa Binfa – Rector, Federal Polytechnic, N’yak-Shendam, Plateau State (5-year term);…

Apr

22

2026

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What Does It Mean Being An Iranian-Jew Amid War With Israel/US? (FIND OUT BELOW)

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*Their Ancestors Arrived Present-Day Iran As Slaves Under Babylonian Supreme Ruler Nebuchadnezzar, Others *Practice Of Judaism Under Islamic Iran On the evening of 6 April, Asef, 65, and other members of Tehran’s Jewish community braved the US-Israeli bombing campaign to celebrate an evening Passover service at the Rafi’ Nia synagogue in the centre of the Iranian capital. Inside the dim hall, lined with Persian carpets and mint green curtains, Torah verses were recited and prayers murmured under the breath. Asef, his shirt neatly tucked into his trousers and a kippah on his head, sat among the men, while the women…

Apr

22

2026

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It Is Garo’s Turn To Be Kano Deputy Gov As Yusuf Nominates Him

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By Sani Bala Karo,Kano It is now the turn of Murtala Sule Garo to become Deputy Governor of Kano State, baring any unforeseen circumstances, as Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has forwarded his name to the State House of Assembly for confirmation. In a statement by the governor's Chief Press Secretary (CPS), Mustafa Muhammad Inuwa, the governor, in a letter to the State Assembly Speaker, stated that the action was in line with Section 191(3) of 1999 Constitution (as amended). He disclosed that he picked Garo after due consultations with stakeholders. Governor Yusuf therefore requested the Assembly's confirmation of the nominee.…

Apr

22

2026

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Brighton Wallop Chelsea 3-0, Hand Blues Fifth Consecutive League Defeat Without Scoring

Sports

*'We Didn't Let Chelsea Breathe' *Stamford Bridge Club Coach On The Brink Perhaps time to celebrate Brighton’s achievements, though it would be hard not to view Tuesday's windswept South Coast evening through the lens of Chelsea’s latest crisis. Following another grim chapter in the coach Liam Rosenior saga, his name taken in vain by angry away fans, Chelsea look on at Brighton as an example of responsible stewardship, of careful recruitment, a model they have failed to emulate and now lag behind in the Premier League table. Brighton’s return to the European football enjoyed under Roberto De Zerbi is fully…

Apr

22

2026

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Nigeria Correctional Service Celebrates Monsignor Obiora Ike At 70

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By Sylvia Kodilichukwu, Enugu The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) in Enugu State has honoured the founder of Catholic Institute for Development, Justice and Peace (CIDJAP), Monsignor (Professor) Obiora Ike on his 70th birth anniversary, 45 yrs of priesthood and 40 years of CIDJAP. The service did so with a novelty football match and exhibition of products. Assistant Controller-General (ACG) of Corrections, Enugu, Barrister Prisca Oku, in her address after the novelty match and facilities inspection, congratulated Prof. Ike on his birthday celebration and thanked him for his charity and humanitarian support to the maximum custodial center through CIDJAP for 40…

Apr

22

2026

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Enugu Police Arrest Suspect, Recover Stolen Tricycle

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By Sylvia Kodilichukwu, Enugu Operatives of the Enugu State Police Command attached to the Trans-Ekulu Division, have arrested a 30-year-old male suspect, identified as Ibeabuchi Ifeanyi Collins, and recovered a stolen tricycle in his possession. He was nabbed on 18 April, 2026 at about 10:00 a.m. The arrest followed a report by the custodian of the tricycle, who stated that he discovered the vehicle missing around 6:00 a.m. the same day after parking it in front of his residence in Trans-Ekulu. Upon receipt of the report, the operatives were swiftly mobilised, and the information was circulated through the Command’s control…

Apr

21

2026

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Guardiola Dismisses ‘Stupid Things’ Said About City Celebrations After Beating Arsenal

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Pep Guardiola has hit out at criticism of Manchester City’s celebrations following Sunday’s victory over Arsenal, describing such comments as “stupid things." At the final whistle of the 2-1 win at the Etihad Stadium, one that took City to within three points of the Premier League leaders with a game in hand, goalie Gianluigi Donnarumma jumped into the crowd behind his goal while many of City’s other players also celebrated in emphatic fashion. Among those to question this were Wayne Rooney and Danny Murphy in their capacity as pundits on Sunday night’s Match of the Day. Rooney described the celebrations…

Apr

21

2026

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Two Years After Sacking Betta Edu, Tinubu Fires Finance Minister Wale Edun

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*Housing and Urban Development Minister Ahmed Dangiwa Also Sent Home *Enjoying Meteoric Rise, Oyedele Now Finance Minister By Felix Durumbah, Abuja, and other reports Two years, three months after President Bola Tinubu removed then Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Betta Edu, from office, he has, again, weilded the axe, sacking Finance Minister, Wale Edun, and the Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Ahmed Dangiwa, from the Cabinet. The firings are part of a minor reshuffle of the Federal Executive Council (FEC), a statement from the Office of Secretary to Government of the Federation (SGF) today, disclosed. The statement…

Apr

21

2026

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Activities Hot Up For The Quest Global Advancements Merit Awards In London

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*Global Leaders To Attend Personally *Glittering Array Of Awardees Reflects Excellence, Innovation, Impact Preparations have shifted into top gear for the annual The Quest Global Advancements Merit Awards 2025 with several awardees indicating strong willingness to personally grace the august gathering of global achievers billed for October in London. Also, the organizers have officially announced the winners following what was described as a rigorous and transparent selection process. In a statement issued to newsmen, the Head of Communications, Karo Wisdom, confirmed that the awardees represent excellence, innovation, and impact across diverse sectors and regions of the world. According to the…