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NAIJA NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES AND NAIJA NEWS FOR FRIDAY 6TH AUGUST 2021
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*THE NATION*
18 Corps members test positive for COVID-19 in Niger
Buni can continue to lead APC, says ex-Law School DG Tahir
Ondo poll: Why I didnt join Buni in suit against Akeredolu, by Jegede
U.S. Consul General expresses concerns about press freedom in Nigeria
Rihanna becomes wealthiest female musician
How to build Africas digital future, by experts
BBNaija Shine Ya Eye: Maria gets first warning over microphone infringement
Supreme Court ruling okays Buni-led caretaker committee, says APC
Matawalle gets APC membership card
We dont detain citizens on order of powerful people DSS
NCPC boss Rev. Pam condemns Plateau killings
Katsina inaugurates security committees
Zulum apostle of true leadership
CAN seeks end to killings, destruction of farmlands
Court stops AGF, DSS from arresting, harassing Yoruba nation agitator Igboho
Why govt opposes payment of ransom, by minister
Death toll in Kaduna killings rises to 25
National Assembly appeals to resident doctors to end strike
PDP BOT member joins APC
Suspect killed in Benue kidnap rescue
Cultists behead Kwara poly student
Lagos, stakeholders parley on roads
Customs seizes N22.3b elephant tusks others
Royal families provide land for school, market
Tecno urges customers on devices upgrade
Brent oil falls to $71 on Delta fears
Abba Kyari deletes post
Buhari celebrates BUA Chairman Rabiu at 61
NSIA not sourcing $200m to settle Mambilla Hydroelectric Power debt
Traffic diversion on Lagos/Abeokuta expressway
Why were opposed to negotiations, payment of ransom to bandits, by FG
Rachael Oniga for burial August 26, 27
What Tinubu and I discussed, by Sanwo-Olu
Eurobond to fund 2021 budget deficit
FEC votes $1.484b to fix Warri, Kaduna refineries
Secondus: PDP chief using huge public funds to fight me
Aligning lawmaking with public interest
Umeoji, Soludo and equity in APGA
Nationalising self-inflicted afflictions
Between free speech and public order
Nigerias image besmirched this last week
Hush! Hush! Here goes Kyari
*VANGUARD*
Justice for Jumoke Oyeleke’s family
CECPC: APC Governors back Buni, say Supreme Court validated appointment
Don urges FG to address security challenges facing mining industry
We’ll deploy internal conflict resolution mechanism to resolve our squabble in PDP ‘ Ortom
Over 4000 people apply for 2000 Taraba jobs in 3 weeks
APC chairman denies crises in Abia
Experts proffer solutions for Nigeria’s economic recovery in Q2
Ondo PDP Reps candidate slumps, dies
Banks refunded over N89bn to customers in June- CBN
Wike storms PDP’s BoT meeting in Abuja
Court refuses cleric’s prayer to set aside debate recommendations
DEVELOPING: PDP BoT in meeting over party crisis
ABIA: JOHESU suspends strike after meeting with state govt
What Jega didn’t say about APC and PDP
AGEGE LG RUNOFF: LASIEC promises credible election, as PDP, APC beg for security
America’s sorry for Cuba, but won’t get off its neck
Labour insists on N15 kw/h reduction in electricity tariff
Who will rescue the Nigerian
Ochanya: Court fixes October 8 for alleged rapist lecturer to open defense
UNICEF tasks journalists on public advocacy on adequate breastfeeding
Woman in court for injuring 8-year-old boy
Woman in court for injuring 8-year-old boy
FG assures on speedy gazetting of trans fat regulations
FG should anticipate pushback over pictorial warnings on tobacco products
FG should anticipate pushback over pictorial warnings on tobacco products
Breastfeeding: UNICEF urges govts to incentivize private sector to introduce maternity leave for mothers
*THISDAY*
Heirs Life, Insurance, Promise Efficient Service Delivery
CAC Boss Threatens to Sanction Fraudulent Registration Processes
Sanwo-Olu Tasks NAICOM to Assist State in Activating Capital Based Tax
NCS, FOU Zone C Seizes Containers of Unprocessed Timber
Need for Manpower Development in Aviation Sector
Caverton Plc Posts N780m Profit
Of FG Policies and Private Sector Investment in Aviation
IATA: 2020 Worst Year for Airline Industry
Zenith Bank Plc is Proving Industry Mettle
Sanusi: Special Economic Zones Key to FDI
NCAA Laments Inadequate Technical Personnel
The POF Controversy
Odegbami: YouID Allows You to Live Smart
Demystifying Procedures for Product Registration
Igboho and the Ooni Caucus
Lagos Free Zone: U.S. Mission to Facilitate Increased Investment into Nigeria
Messi Ends 21 Years Romance with Barcelona
The Education Trap: Our Young People Are Falling The Cracks
Nigeria Can Generate Billions of Dollars from Cloud Computing Services To Unlock Growth Opportunities
AFN Insists: We Are Not Aware of Any PUMA Contract
Tinubu: Die Like a Man
Liverpool in Talk with Van Dijk over New Contract
Tackling Acrimony in Nasarawa APC
Lukaku Tells Inter of Desire to Return to Chelsea
A Call to Involve Ebonyi Youths in Governance
Runsewe: Golfs Game Changer with GGWF
Ritalori Ogbebors Antics to Delay NDDC Board Inauguration Must Not Stand
NIGERIAS QUEST FOR CREDIBLE LOCAL GOVERNMENT ELECTIONS
THE SENSE IN QUOTA SYSTEM
Edem, Assar Are Africas Biggest Movers in ITTF Ranking
Aston Villa Sign Jamaican Winger for 25m
Alisson Seals New Liverpool Deal Until 2027
YahClick Partners With GCES to Provide Satellite Connectivity for 9mobile
*PUNCH*
I love nice-looking, brilliant women Omoh
Debt is sinking the economy
Relief for Secondus as PDP BoT tackles Wike, rejects interim exco
Electronic voting possible in Nigeria, says Kaduna deputy gov
Barcelona announce Messi departure
Forex supply: Banks documentation process cumbersome, says FDC
Weak opposition creating room for one-party system CNPP
NPFL: Enyimba, Kwara book CAF slots, Sunshine survive
Nnamdi Kanu and memories of Ogoni Nine trial
Unity Bank introduces new code to combat e-banking fraud
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South-East govs forum workers protest unpaid salaries
NFF reverses LMC decision, docks Jigawa three points
Okada rider confesses to Delta traders killing, parts sold for N100,000
Global financing campaign and Nigerian education policy
Wema Bank partners group to empower women
NPFL: Wikki Tourists beat Adamawa United 2-0 to escape relegation
Stock market ends five-day rally, investors lose N66bn
Lionel Messi’s finest moments with Barcelona
Residents shocked as unidentified woman hangs self in Edo uncompleted building
Manufacturing records N6.99tn growth, resists harsh environment
After Yusuf Bantex, a hint for Southern Kaduna
Come to our aid, special needs school begs government
Liverpool ready to sell Shaqiri for ’15m
Woman arraigned for locking up five-year-old nephew for six months
Illegal deductions: Bank customers lodge 23,526 complaints, recover N89.2bn
Power and responsibility: Edo State example
Investing in childrens education secures future NGO
La Liga: Real Madrid, Barcelona condemn private equity deal
Rivers CP summons leaders as police, traders disagree on computer village raid
Senate asks BPE to refund N8.7bn, queries N387.7m tax evasion
Angry Osun residents storm police station as banks robbers kill constabulary
Everyone in Lagos must be learned LASG
Join Arsenal, fans beg Lionel Messi after Barcelona exit
FESTAC residents petition Sanwo-Olu over illegal road construction
US seizes $1.2bn crypto in six months
Supreme Court judgment: APC govs throw weight behind Buni-led committee
Mo Abudus EbonyLife TV, Universal Pictures get adaptation rights for movie on Hushpuppi
NPFL: Rangers pip Plateau United 2-0
20,000 pupils to commence e-learning in Nasarawa
Court to rule August 29 in RCCG pastors fraud case
NLC demands electricity tariff reduction agreement implementation by December
Situation getting worse, lack of food fueling insecurity Sultan
Man City sign Jack Grealish from Aston Villa
Alumni seek computer education teachers in Ekiti school
Abuja 14-year-old girl: Police fail to release autopsy to family, school
Insecurity, liquidity constraints threaten economic recovery LCCI, PwC
Two nabbed for one-chance robbery in Lagos
ipNX launches 1Gbps for residential areas
Suspected robber, armourer nabbed in Bayelsa, pistols recovered
Fiam launches express Wi-Fi in Ajegunle
NIN enrolment: Nigeria, Korea sign $13m e-govt project deal
SON arrests 10 fake product manufacturers in nine months
DPR to track 33,000 filling stations over smuggling
Edo allocates 57,000 hectares to oil palm investors
Abductors demand N700m ransom for Bayelsa SSGs mum, nightclub owner
Blame states, not FG for resident doctors strike, says Ehanire
57 prospective corpers test positive for COVID-19, isolated
Benue lecturer arraigned for raping late 13-year-old girl to open defence
NSCDC restricts herdsmen leaving SWest in Kwara community, screens herders
*LEADERSHIP*
Abuja Newspaper Distributors Re-elect Obute President
Tahir Mamman Asks Aggrieved Members To Withdraw Court Cases
Nigeria’s Stance On Child-friendly Justice System Unwavering ‘ Malami
Taskforce Intercepts Relocating Herdsmen At Kwara/Osun Border
Federal Govt Begins Livestock Project With 22,000 Hectares In Nasarawa
Zulum Orders Probe Of BOGIS Taskforce, Church Clash
1.3m Write NECO Exam Nationwide
NESG Calls For Application For Non-resident Fellowship Programme
Keyamo Asks Govt To Patronise Professionals
Water Project: World Bank Offers Kaduna, Katsina, 5 Others $700m Loan
Don’t Destabilise Health Sector, Federal Govt Begs Striking Resident Doctors
African Business Moguls Win In Forbes 2021 Awards
134 Nigerians To Study Abroad On Erasmus Scholarship
Tokyo’s Daily Tally Tops Record 5,000 Amid Olympics
WHO Donates Ventilators, Oxygen Pulse Oximeters To Nigeria
2023: CNPP Hits PDP, Wants Virile Opposition Party
Audit Report: Senate Directs BPE To Refund N8.7bn
Banks Refunded Over N89bn To Customers In June ‘ CBN
Banks Refunded Over N89bn To Customers In June ‘ CBN
Ganduje, Okorocha, Nnamani Harp On National Unity
[EDITORIAL] Jobseekers And Recruitment Scam
MAKE OR MAR MONEY CHOICES: Transmission Of Financial Assets To Loved Ones
PDP Crisis: Party BoT Wades In, Sets Up Peace Committee To Address Grievances
ONE MONTH AFTER MATAWALLE’S DEFECTION: Sharing Formula For Political Offices Tears Zamfara APC Apart
Restructuring, Key To 2023 General Elections ‘ Jega
Be Fair To Nigerians, Sultan Tells Political Leaders
Man City Sign 100m Grealish From Aston Villa
BREAKING: Messi To Leave Barcelona
[COLUMN] What Jega Didnt Say About APC and PDP
*NEW TELEGRAPH*
FG needs to prevent another ASUU-SSANU strike
35 corps members test positive for COVID-19 in Ogun
Yari to Mattawalle: 50/50 on APC leadership in Zamfara or no deal
Anambra guber: Bianca, t hree APGA BOT members return to party
PDP BoT sets up c’ttee to reconcile Wike, Secondus
Strike: FG blames states for resident doctors strike
Infractions: Senate orders BPE to remit N8.7bn to FG
Banks refund N89.2bn to customers over complaints
PwC: Nigerian CEOs among best paid in Africa
Children of heavy drinkers face higher health problems
FEC’s approval of NNPC’s 20% acquisition in Dangote refinery lauded
Ortom, Ajobena mourn as ex-Benue, Kano MILAD, Oneya, dies at 73
Wema Bank partners Shecan Nigeria to empower women
Patronage of local products, way out of economic doldrums ‘ Ikpeazu
Naira eases to N508/$1 at parallel market
FG: Tackling food insecurity post-COVID-19
Nigerian export: ‘Restrictions pushing India ahead of China
Personality not party’ll determine next governor of Anambra ‘Okonkwo
AfCFTA: SON’s laboratory centres set for quality assurance test
Laing: Nigeria’s security problems are overwhelming
Forex: Experts seek diligence in disbursement by banks
Anambra guber: Bianca, Three APGA BOT members return to party
ICAN cautions FG on adoption of foreign policies
ITF achieves 90% of its objective ‘ DG
AFN insists: We’re not aware of PUMA contract
Hifl 2021: Uniben Royals, Aaua Luminaries for quarter finals
FA Community Shield: Leicester, Man City clash on DStv, GOtv
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NFF mourns ex-president, Dominic Oneya
Kits giants to sue Nigeria over breach of contract
JUST IN: Grealish becomes most expensive Premier League player
JUST IN: Messi to leave Barcelona
Former NFF President, Gen. Dominic Oneya, Is Dead
Messi set to sign new Barca deal, may face Ronaldo weekend
Cole holds boxing clinic in Lagos
*BLUE PRINT*
Secession: Africa’ll lose respect if Nigeria breaks up ‘ Ganduje
Take advantage of NYSC to become self-reliant, DG advises corps members
NPFL: Rivers United, Enyimba gets CAF ticket, Jigawa, Wolves relegated
Oneya: NFF, NFSC mourn
Handball: Sokoto U-12/15 C’ship in top gear
PUMA terminates 4-year contract with AFN
2020 Olympics: Envoy hosts Team Nigeria
Zamfara Speaker laments as terrorists kidnap father, step mother, four others
FG to create special court to tackle rape, SGBV ‘ Malami
FG launches national livestock pilot project in Nasarawa
Kuje: APC candidate tasks electorate on peaceful campaign
Abaribe, Okorocha, others task youth on insecurity, unemployment
Breaking: At last, Lionel Messi quits Barcelona
Na’Abba, Moro, Candido, others receive MDCL face of democracy awards
Kwara, Niger to strengthen security collaboration
Sen Dan’iya receives APC membership card in Zamfara
NDYA awards Abaribe, Okorocha, others, task youths on curbing insecurity, unemployment
Zamfara APC crisis: Yari accuses Gov Matawalle of trying to take over party
WANEP trains 67 young women on peace building
Group cautions Amnesty International against attack on security agencies
Secession agitations: Address hunger, injustice, Okorocha tells leaders
Secession: Africa ‘ll lose respect if Nigeria breaks ‘ Ganduje
APC CECPC: Supreme Court validated Buni’s appointment ‘ govs
Intensify operations against bandits- COAS charges troops
Breaking: Supreme Court affirms Buni’s CECPC leadership lawful, says APC is right
In Zamfara, Matawalle receives APC membership card, calls for unity
PRAWA, CSO Forum fault executing inmates to decongest custodial centers
80 percent of healthcare centers operate below standard ‘ CODE report
*BUSINESSDAY*
Explainer: Why demand for aircraft spares is rising in Nigeria
Laplandia unveils Nancy Isime as brand ambassador
Ibom Icon Hotel and Golf Resort: Adventure that awaits you now, always
Duke of Shomolu berths Awo, Aremu at Glover Memorial Hall
Afro-jazz singer, Nissi’s artistic brilliance shines in Ready or Not feature with Backroad Gee
Hopeful for change, Tari Taylaur dared to head for the polls
How digital naira would affect the Nigerian economy
Nigeria’s largest FMCGs see profits surge to five-year high
The Balvenie Single Malt Whisky officially launches in Nigeria
Conoil posts highest half-year profit in 8years
Empowering Nigerians through digital transformation top as Tizeti’s NeXTGEN gathers leaders
Heirs Insurance promises digital purchase of products in five-minutes
DataPro reaffirms Zenith Bank’s AA- rating
FX liquidity dropped in July as naira loses N2
Equities market records first negative close this week
*GUARDIAN*
Real Madrid and Barcelona unite to condemn private equity deal
NFF’s committee’s decision takes Rivers United to second position
Nigerian football family mourn as ex-NFA boss Oneya dies at 73
Robbers raid Osun banks, kill two
Messi to leave Barcelona as contract talks collapse
FG commissions metering station in Enugu, frowns at installation of uncertified meters
Man City confirm signing of Jack Grealish in reported 100 million deal
Minister unveils report on corporate sustainability
Tragedy in Taraba as flood sweeps away 30-year-old man
Kimmich set to sign bumper new deal at Bayern Munich
Government’s grants will boost job creation, capacity in creative industry
Court restrains woman from running late doctor’s firm
Man Utd’s Pellistri joins Alaves on loan
Workforce, partners are most important assets of businesses
Lagos Assembly slashes perks for ex-governors by 50%
UEFA to bring in VAR for World Cup qualifiers
NIPR visits The Guardian, seeks support on forthcoming project
Olympic women’s football final moved to evening
Our journalists and our peculiar mess
30-year-old man defiles two-year-old girl in Adamawa
Next level
Okowa seeks adequate monitoring of Nigeria’s crude oil production
Re: ‘Ironsi, Fajuyi and why we are luckier now
Woman hangs self in uncompleted building in Benin
The cholera outbreak alarm
Akwa Ibom moves for self-sufficiency in critical sectors
Nigeria’s tilt at windmills
Mohammed Uwais at 85: A remarkable bench career
Oil that did not get in the head
Time for collaborative efforts against child labour
*TRIBUNE*
SON secures over 150 court orders to confiscate fake goods from 2016-2021
Religion is pivotal to national development ‘ Dons
Use PR to find lasting peace in the country, Emir of Zazzau charges practitioners
Nigeria can achieve food sufficiency through ‘Value Chain Development
Governments, private sectors must partner to maximise water resources, economic potentials ‘ Minister
AFF, Access Bank to train 90 students on basics of robotics
We are not aware of any PUMA contract ‘ AFN
Flush out bandits, not those agitating for better Nigeria, Ogun Baptist Conference tells FG
Robbers attack two banks in Osun
COVID-19 positive mothers can still breastfeed ‘UNICEF
Puma terminates four-year contract with Nigeria
35 corps members in Ogun NYSC camp test positive for COVID-19
Sonibare advocates cultivation, conservation of medicinal plants
At forum, participants ask Nigeria to join advocacy against production of lethal autonomous weapon
Ahmadiyya Muslim Community begins annual conference in UK today
Islamic concept of breastfeeding
Muslim community undertakes N50m hospital project
Institute graduates 130 Qur’an memorisers in Lagos
We are the future of Afrobeats and Afropop ‘ Jamika Entertainment boss
Ona Dema addresses heart-breakers with ‘Krazy
Nigerian Idol winner, Kingdom and other top contestants hosted at Rite foods headquarters
READ ALSO: Reps Probe $1.046m Withdrawal By Nigerian Embassy In Israel
Ajebo Hustlers announced as first ‘Up Next’ artistes in Nigeria
DJ Kaywise, Small Doctor crown new DJ king at Lagos Goldberg ‘Takeover party
Music is how I attack my personal battles ‘ Moelego
GTBank holds Autism Week as experts call for home-based database
Williams appointed Microsoft country manager, alumni association celebrates
Baobab Microfinance disbursed N5bn loans in Ibadan in last one year ‘ MD
*SPORTS*
11 arrests in hate crime investigation following Euro 2020 final – CNN
AFN Insists: We Are Not Aware of Any PUMA Contract – Thisday
AFN insists: We’re not aware of PUMA contract – New Telegraph
Alberto Gins wins first Olympic climbing gold in Tokyo – CNN
Alisson Seals New Liverpool Deal Until 2027 – Thisday
Alun Wyn Jones calls on Lions players to keep their discipline in decider – Yahoo
Andre Iguodala Rumors: Lakers, Nets, Warriors Finalists for Veteran Forward – Bleacher Report
Aston Villa Sign Jamaican Winger for 25m – Thisday
Barcelona announce Messi departure – Punch
Biggest Winners and Losers from 2021 NBA Free Agency so Far – Bleacher Report
Bills’ Josh Allen on Contract Talks: ‘It’ll Work Itself Out … I’m at Peace with It – Bleacher Report
Buhari’s Minister, Sunday Dare Exported Corruption To Tokyo Olympics, Embarassed Athletes’Nigerians Lament Over Kits’ Saga – Sahara Reporters
Carl Lewis: US men’s 4x100m relay fail is a ‘total embarrassment,’ says US sprint great – CNN
Carson Wentz Rumors: Colts QB Expected to Return from Foot Injury Sooner Than Later – Bleacher Report
Cole holds boxing clinic in Lagos – New Telegraph
Cowboys’ Dak Prescott ‘Being Cautious’ with Shoulder Injury, Taking It Day-by-Day – Bleacher Report
Cubs’ Sportsbook Plan Outside Wrigley Field Approved by Chicago Landmarks Commission – Bleacher Report
Dodgers’ Clayton Kershaw Expected to Return from Forearm Injury in September – Bleacher Report
Dream come true’: Jack Grealish seals record 100m Manchester City move – Yahoo
Eagles in ‘No Rush’ to Name Jalen Hurts Starting QB, Nick Sirianni Says – Bleacher Report
Edem, Assar Are Africas Biggest Movers in ITTF Ranking – Thisday
Expect Year 2 Breakout From Donovan Peoples-Jones Who Is ‘Lighting Up’ Camp – Bleacher Report
FA Community Shield: Leicester, Man City clash on DStv, GOtv – New Telegraph
Former NFF President, Gen. Dominic Oneya, Is Dead – New Telegraph
Frank Kaminsky, Suns Agree to 1-Year, $2.1M Contract in Free Agency – Bleacher Report
Glazer: Cowboys ‘Fully Expect’ Dak Prescott to Start Week 1 Despite Shoulder Injury – Bleacher Report
Glazer: Deshaun Watson Trade Talks at ‘Standstill,’ Teams’ Calls Not Being Returned – Bleacher Report
Government rejects British and Irish Lions’ request for quarantine exemption after South Africa tour – Yahoo
Grealish: De Bruyne is world’s best behind Ronaldo and Messi – Goal
Great Britain win hockey bronze after thrilling victory over India – Yahoo
Great Britain women win hockey bronze thanks to dramatic comeback against India: live reaction – Yahoo
Hall of Fame Game Takeaways: Chase Claypool Looks Like Steelers’ Dominant WR – Bleacher Report
Heartbreak for KJT, Jack Grealish says goodbye ‘ Thursday’s sporting social – Yahoo
Hifl 2021: Uniben Royals, Aaua Luminaries for quarter finals – New Telegraph
How to watch Brazil vs Spain in Olympics 2020 Final from India – Goal
India men’s hockey team dedicates Olympic bronze medal to doctors, Covid-19 frontline ‘warriors – CNN
It took too long’ – America midfielder Fidalgo reflects on first Liga MX goal – Goal
Jack Grealish can be Manchester City game-breaker but first he must adapt – Yahoo
Jack Grealish Completes Manchester City Transfer from Aston Villa on 6-Year Contract – Bleacher Report
Jack Grealish heads for Manchester City in search of trophies – Yahoo
Jack Grealish joins Man City in 100m deal – Lailas Blog
Jack Grealish wants to challenge for honours after 100m move to Manchester City – Yahoo
Jack Grealish: Manchester City signs England star from Aston Villa – CNN
James Anderson affords himself a smile after snaring Virat Kohli for nought – Yahoo
Jerry Jones Announces Jimmy Johnson Will Be Inducted into Cowboys Ring of Honor – Bleacher Report
Jimmer Fredette Joins Nuggets Roster for 2021 NBA Las Vegas Summer League – Bleacher Report
Joan Laporta expected to lift lid on Lionel Messi’s departure from Barcelona – Yahoo
Join Arsenal, fans beg Lionel Messi after Barcelona exit – Punch
Jordan Love: ‘Obviously Very Great’ Aaron Rodgers Rejoined Packers for Training Camp – Bleacher Report
JUST IN: Grealish becomes most expensive Premier League player – New Telegraph
JUST IN: Messi to leave Barcelona – New Telegraph
Juventus apologise after being condemned for offensive tweet – Yahoo
Juventus apologise for racist Twitter post appearing to mock Asian people – Goal
Juventus Women forced to apologise for racist tweet – Yahoo
Juventus Women’s Team Apologizes for Racist Twitter Post – Bleacher Report
Khabib Calls Conor McGregor ‘Evil’ for Deleted Tweet About Deceased Father – Bleacher Report
Kimmich set to sign bumper new deal at Bayern Munich – Guardian
Kits giants to sue Nigeria over breach of contract – New Telegraph
La Liga: Real Madrid, Barcelona condemn private equity deal – Punch
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Gumi Defends Dialogue As Sole Solution To Nigeria’s Insecurity
Islamic cleric Sheikh Ahmad Gumi recently defended his past interactions with armed groups, stating he “took the bull by the horns” in 2021 as a necessary step to address Nigeria’s insecurity.
In a post shared on Facebook on Thursday, Gumi said decades of neglect of disadvantaged populations had created deep socio-economic inequalities, leaving many youths vulnerable to manipulation by external forces seeking to destabilise the country.
According to him, the widening gap between the rich and the poor has turned many young people into “ready-made foot soldiers” in cycles of violence that enable the exploitation of Nigeria’s resources.
He also criticised the political class for being largely unresponsive, while noting that the intellectual community is preoccupied with survival struggles.
Reflecting on his past efforts, Gumi said he “took the bull by the horns” in 2021 by attempting to reintegrate violent elements into society rather than allowing them to be further radicalised.
He wrote: “Nigeria for decades has ignored the underprivileged section of its society. There is a significant socio-economic discrepancy, and the society is stratified. This makes our teaming youth ready-made foot soldiers for any foreign interest trying to divide us and rule. To plunder our resources while we are involved in a vicious circle of violence.
”Unfortunately, the political class is unattentive while the intelligentsia is held hostage in the struggle for existence.
“In 2021, I took the bull by the horns in an attempt to bring some of these uncouth elements back to our fold rather than letting them be exploited by the devil.
“I still believe this is the only way out of our predicament. However, it needs the political will and determination to achieve.
“May Allah bring peace back to our nation.”
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Court Clears Senator Ireti Kingibe To Remain Active In ADC
The Federal High Court in Abuja rejected an ex-parte application seeking to bar Senator Ireti Kingibe from participating in the activities of the African Democratic Congress (ADC).
Justice Peter Lifu declined the request from Wuse Ward leaders, ruling that such an order could not be granted without first hearing from the senator.
Instead, the judge ordered the ward leaders said to be loyal to the Minister of the FCT, Nyesom Wike, to put the senator on notice to appear in court to join issues with them on their grievances.
Justice Lifu in a ruling on Thursday held that discretion in such a request for prohibition from party activities and in political matters must be exercised judicially and judiciously.
The judge said justice would be met in the case of the plaintiffs only when the side of the defendant is heard on its merit, along with that of the plaintiffs.
Consequently, the judge ordered that Senator Ireti Kingibe should be served with all court processes by the plaintiffs to enable her become aware of the suit and to prepare her defense.
The judge fixed April 20, 2026, for the plaintiffs and the serving senator to appear before him for hearing of all applications in the matter.
Those who sued the senator in the suit marked FHC/ABJ/ CV/539/2026 are Okezuo Godfrey Anayo and Isaiah Ojonugwa Samuel, on behalf of themselves and ward members as plaintiffs. The senator is the sole defendant.
In their ex-parte application, Kingibe representing the FCT in the Senate was said to have been suspended on March 10, 2026 by her Wuse Ward executives following allegations of anti-party activities and disregard of your cnstitution of the ADC.
In the ex- parte application filed on their behalf by a Senior Advocate of Nigeria, SAN, Kolawole Olowookere, the aggrieved ADC members in Wuse Ward applied for an order of interim injunction restraining Kingibe from parading herself as a member of party, pending the hearing and determination of their motion on notice for interlocutory injunction.
They also asked the judge to restrain the senator from performing any function, attending meetings or performing activities reserved for ADC members or representing the party in any activities.
Besides, the Ward Executive Committee had asked that she be restrained from further interfering with the administration of the ward, ward register and other activities.
The suit was predicated on five grounds among which are that Mrs Kingibe was placed on suspension due to anti-party activities, gross misconduct and confiscation of the ward statutory records.
They argued that the suspension followed due process as enshrined in the ADC constitution and ratified by the two thirds majority of the EXCO members.
They averred that despite the communication of the suspension to Kingibe, she has continued to hold parallel meetings, issue press statements as an ADC member, and using her security details to intimidate the executive committee.
“Her actions constitute flagrant disregard to the internal mechanism of the party,” the plaintiffs stated.
Meanwhile, a lawyer, Abubakar Marshall who claimed to be representing the senator, announced that he had filed a preliminary objection against the suit. He added that it was served on M. S. Garba, who stood for the plaintiffs at Thursday’s proceedings.
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COAS Shaibu Hits Jos To Restore Peace, Public Confidence
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, visited Jos, Plateau State, on Thursday, April 2, 2026, to lead a high-powered security assessment following recent security breaches.
The visit was aimed at strengthening public confidence and reinforcing ongoing efforts to stabilize affected communities.
Colonel Appolonia Anele, acting Director, Army Public Relations, said in a statement that the visit forms part of ongoing efforts to restore calm and entrench lasting peace across the state.
According to the statement, upon arrival, the COAS was received by the Executive Governor of Plateau State, Caleb Mutfwang, in a clear demonstration of strong civil-military cooperation and a shared commitment to addressing emerging security challenges.
The statement said the COAS received a comprehensive operational briefing from the General Officer Commanding 3 Division and Commander, Joint Task Force Operation ENDURING PEACE, Major General Folusho Oyinlola, who highlighted ongoing operations and proactive measures being implemented in synergy with other security agencies to contain threats, protect lives and property, and stabilise affected communities.
“As part of his engagements, Lieutenant General Shaibu also interacted with community leaders and residents, reassuring them of the unwavering commitment of the Nigerian Army to safeguarding all law-abiding citizens.
He urged residents to remain calm, vigilant and supportive of security agencies by complying with the curfew and cooperating fully with ongoing operations and investigations, while going about their lawful activities.
The chairman of Jos North Local Government Area, Hon. Dachung Bagos, commended the COAS for the timely visit, noting that the presence of the nation’s top military leadership would boost public confidence and reinforce trust in ongoing security efforts.
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News1 day agoINEC Removes David Mark, Aregbesola From ADC Leadership Portal
