Tag: Appointment

16Apr By dthataNo Comments

Politics

Due Process Was Followed In The Appointment of Acting IG Of Police – Buhari

President Muhammadu Buhari on Thursday explained how Usman Alkali Baba was appointed as acting Inspector-General of Police. The president was fielding questions from State House correspondents on his arrival from London after a routine medical check-up. The president said due process was strictly followed in the selection of the new IGP. He said: “Well, we went through the system. There was a committee by the Minister of Police Affairs, they gave me some names and he happened to be the one chosen. “He knows his job, he has been in it for a long time, he went through all the trainings; he has the necessary experience. So, we have a high expectation from him.” Buhari again challenged the new service chiefs and the acting IGP to work diligently towards meeting the expectati...

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14Apr By MosesianNo Comments

News

FUTO Gets New Female Vice Chancellor

Prof Nnenna Oti has been elected as the Vice Chancellor of the Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO) by the Governing Council of the institution. Prof. Oti who was the deputy Vice Chancellor, Academic before her new appointment, will be succeeding outgoing vice chancellor, Prof. Francis Eze. The Univeristy's new Vice Chancellor who is from Ebonyi state, emerged victorious with 75.5 points to beat six other candidates. Her closest rival was Prof. Ikechukwu Dozie who scored 69.7 points.

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12Apr By MosesianNo Comments

News

Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs has unwittingly exposed itself as promoter of bad governance, divisiveness and injustice under Buhari – CAN

The Christian Association of Nigeria has fired back at the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA) over its comment about the hijab crisis in Kwara state and appointment of Appeal Court Justices. The Sultan of Sokoto-led council which slammed CAN for opposing the nomination of 13 Northerners/ Muslims out of the 20 jurists listed as Court of Appeal Justices, had also accused the Christian group of beating a war drum over the introduction of hijab in mission schools in Ilorin, Kwara State. However reacting to this, CAN alleged that the NSCIA has unwittingly exposed itself as a promoter of bad governance, divisiveness and injustice in Nigeria under the Buhari administration. The Christian group which also accused the NSCIA of being evasive on the big issue of the Cou...

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7Apr By MosesianNo Comments

News

Kano LG Chairman Appoints 55 aides

Hassan Garban Kauye Farawa, Chairman of Kumbotso Local Government Area of Kano state has appointed 55 Special Advisers and Assistants. Farawa who said the appointment is in line with the mission of Governor Abdullahi Ganduje to eradicate poverty, urged the new appointees to discharges their duties diligently and with dedication to move the local government forward while swearing them in. He also appealed to the appointees to be good ambassadors and avoid anything that will tarnish the image of Kumbutso Local Government and Kano State. Farawa said; “The appointment of the 55 aides is as a result of the efforts of Kano State Governor, Dr Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, of eradicating poverty among youth and to boost the kano State economy more especially during these hard times."

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7Apr By dthataNo Comments

Politics

Ahmad Garba Gunna Emerges New Emir Of Kagara

The Niger State Governor, Alhaji Abubakar Sani Bello, has announced the appointment of the Acting Chairman of the Niger State Revenue Board, Alhaji Ahmad Garba Gunna (Dan Majen Kagara), as the new Emir of Kagara. The appointment of the new Emir follows the death of the former Emir, Alhaji Salihu Tanko Kagara, on March 1st, 2021 after a protracted illness in Minna, the state capital. The Governor, through the Commissioner for Local Government, Community Development and Chieftaincy Affairs, Mallam Abdulmalik Sarkin Daji, made the announcement in Minna on Wednesday after receiving the reports of the 14 kingmakers, headed by Alhaji Ibrahim Muhammad (Madakin Gunna). Bello said the appointment of the new Emir was in accordance with section 3 subsection (1) of the Chiefs (Appointment...

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7Apr By dthataNo Comments

Politics

Ex-IGP Adamu’s Removal: ‘They Didn’t Even Allow Him Return To Abuja’ – Reactions

Nigerians have taken to Twitter to express their views about the termination of the appointment of Mohammed Adamu as Inspector General of Police. President Muhammadu Buhari replaced Adamu with Usman Alkali Baba on Tuesday afternoon. Adamu was inspecting the havoc wreaked on the headquarters of the Imo State Police Command when the news of the termination of his appointment broke. In February, his appointment had been extended by three months but he had only spent two months and three days of that period when he was relieved of duty. Below are some Twitter reactions: Senator Shehu Sani @ShehuSani Goodbye Adamu, rest well and regain your lost weight Babatunde Olatunji @Babatun09050838 Abi now . Very funny country , on assignment and removed from there. My country Ni...

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7Apr By dthataNo Comments

Politics

Acting IGP, Usman Baba Alkali Visits Police Affairs Ministry

Newly appointed Ag. IGP, Alkali Baba Usman was at the Ministry of Police Affairs, shortly after his appointment, to strengthen existing relationship for proactive policing in Nigeria.

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6Apr By MosesianNo Comments

Celebs

Actress, Anita Joseph Reveals She Left a Movie Set and Flew from Enugu to Lagos and back for a “d*** Appointment ” with her Husband

Anita Joseph took to Instagram to tell her followers that she took a flight from Enugu to Lagos and back again just for a "d*** appointment " with her husband, Fisayo Michael Olagunju . The Nollywood actress said she was on set when she left work for just a day to meet with her husband. "Now I can go back to work with a full tank," she told her followers. Her husband, MC Fish, responded to the post, writing: "May our tanks never be empty in Jesus' name oh."

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6Apr By MosesianNo Comments

News

Breaking: President Buhari appoints Usman Alkali Baba as acting IGP

President Buhari has approved the appointment of the Deputy Inspector-General, DIG, Usman Alkali Baba as the Acting Inspector-General of Police, IGP. The Minister of Police Affairs, Maigari Dingyadi, made the announcement when he spoke with State House correspondents in Abuja on Tuesday April 6. He said the appointment was with immediate effect. Dingyadi added that issues of professionalism, competence, and years of service were considered before Alkali was appointed. Recall that on February 4, President Buhari had extended the tenure of the immediate past police boss, Mohammed Adamu for three months, after the expiration of his tenure.  

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31Mar By MosesianNo Comments

News

Rivers Assembly Confirms Second Most Senior Judge as Chief Judge

Justice Simeon Amadi, the second most senior judge of River state High Court has been confirmed as the state's Chief Judge by the house of assembly. This came after Governor Nyesom Wike sent in a letter seeking Amadi’s confirmation and approval based on the National Judicial Council (NJC) recommendation. The incumbent Chief Judge, Justice Adama Iyaye Laminkara will reportedly retire on May 25. Governor Wike's letter read; “The NJC has recommended Simeon C. Amadi for appointment as Chief Judge of Rivers State following the imminent retirement of the incumbent CJ, Justice A. I. Laminkara, from service on 25, May 2021.” “I have considered NJC’s recommendation as well as qualification, character and service experience of Justice Simeon Chibuzor Amadi and found him proper and suit...

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28Mar By MosesianNo Comments

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I Will Resign if Asked to do Anything Against my Conscience – EFCC Chairman, Abdulrasheed Bawa

Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Abdulrasheed Bawa has said that he will resign if he is asked to do anything against his conscience. The 40-year-old EFCC Chairman who said this in an interview on NTA, said he will be guided by the law in all his actions. Bawa also urged Nigerians to stop glorifying corruption and corrupt people in the society. He said in the interview; “We need to change our attitudes in Nigeria. We are in the habit of worshipping people that have money in the society, but never bother to ask questions about their source of income. “In winning the fight against corruption, we are engaging all stakeholders including religious leaders, community leaders and others. “We are going to embark on massive public enlightenment to se...

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21Mar By MosesianNo Comments

Sport

Jorginho Takes Swipe at Lampard, Hails Tuchel

Chelsea midfielder, Jorginho, has taken a veiled swipe at the club’s manager, Frank Lampard, and hailed his successor, Thomas Tuchel. Jorginho lauded the work of Tuchel and aimed a thinly-veiled criticism of Lampard’s ‘long balls’. Tuchel replaced Lampard at Stamford Bridge last January after the Englishman was sacked. Chelsea are unbeaten in 14 games under Tuchel, moving up to fourth place in the EPL table and into the quarter-finals of the Champions League and the semi-finals of the FA Cup. However, Tuchel’s appointment has been particularly beneficial for Jorginho, who has become a key starter under the German, having been a bit-part player under Lampard. “The coach wants us having control of the game, playing from behind, even when the pressure comes,” Jorginho told ...

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18Mar By dthataNo Comments

Politics

APC Senators Block Bill To Make Appointment Of Service Chiefs Independent

The Senate saw some controversy at its session on Wednesday as lawmakers disagreed over the constitutionality of the proposed Armed Forces Service Commission Bill. The bill, sponsored by Senate Minority Leader Enyinnaya Abaribe, proposes that the appointment of the service chiefs will be subject to the recommendations of the proposed commission. The bill seeks to establish the Armed Forces Services Commission to ensure that the composition/appointment of service chiefs of the armed forces of the federation reflects the federal character of Nigeria in the manner prescribed in section 217 (3) of the 1999 Constitution. The debate on the bill split the house as senators from the ruling All Progressives Congress opposed the bill. During a voice vote, the bill was rejected. Senat...

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17Mar By MosesianNo Comments

News

Governor Akeredolu Appoints First Female SSG

Governor Rotimi Akeredolu of Ondo state has approved the appointment of Princess Catherine Oludunni Odu as the Secretary to the State Government. Before her appointment, Odu who holds degrees in Law, Sociology and Industrial Sociology from the University of Lagos, University of Benin and the University of Calabar respectively, was the Chairman of the State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB). She was also a Federal Commissioner, Public Complaints Commission and at different times, former Commissioner for Women Affairs and Education respectively. The appointment of the immediate-past Head of the State Public Service, Mr Dare Aragbaiye as Special Adviser on Union Matters and Special Duties was also approved by the Governor. Other appointments approved by the Governor incl...

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17Mar By MosesianNo Comments

News

US Contacts Nigerian Visa Applicants Affected by the Travel Restrictions Imposed by Former President Donald Trump

The United States mission in Nigeria has contacted all immigrant visa applicants whose applications were affected by the travel restrictions imposed by former President Donald Trump. This followed the Presidential Proclamation signed by President Joe Biden on January 20, 2021, titled, ‘Ending discriminatory bans on entry to the United States.’ Trump had suspended entry into the United States of certain nationals, based on visa type, from various countries, including Nigeria in 2020 under Presidential Proclamations 9645 and 9983. But the US mission in a statement on Tuesday March 16, said its Consulate-General in Lagos has already contacted all immigrant visa applicants whose applications were affected and is prioritizing the processing of these pending cases. It noted that me...

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11Mar By dthataNo Comments

Sport

John Murtough Has Three Transfer Priorities After Manchester United Appointment

Manchester United’s search for a football director is finally over. United announced the appointment of John Murtough as football director, while also installing Darren Fletcher as the club’s technical director. Both appointments are internal. Murtough, who joined the club in November 2013, will have the responsibility of leading and overseeing operations across United’s men’s and women’s teams, including the academy. This will include heading up United’s transfer strategy, liaising with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer regarding recruitment ‘to ensure that the first team has the best-in-class operations support it needs to succeed’. Fletcher rejoined United as a first-team coach in January, and the 37-year-old will offer ‘technical input and direction into all football and performance...

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10Mar By MosesianNo Comments

Sport

Solskjaer Reacts as Man Utd Announce new Appointments

Manchester United manager, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, has hailed the appointment of Darren Fletcher as the club’s new technical director, saying: “His DNA is what we want”. The Red Devils confirmed a shake-up of their top hierarchy on Wednesday. Head of football development, John Murtough, has been promoted to football director and first-team coach Fletcher will work alongside him. Transfer chief, Matt Judge, has formally been named as director of football negotiations. Speaking about Fletcher ahead of United’s Europa League Last-16 tie against AC Milan on Thursday, Solskjaer – who played alongside the Scot for four years at Old Trafford – said: “A few months back when we were making the final decision, there were a few other things for Darren. We moved [former coach] Mark Demps...

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2Mar By dthataNo Comments

Politics

Senate Confirms The Appointment Of New Service Chiefs

1. Report of the Committee on Defence Confirmation of the Nomination for Appointment as Chief of Defence Staff and Service Chiefs for the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria by Senator Aliyu Wamakko The nomination of Maj. General Lucky Eluonye Onyenucheya Irabor is CONFIRMED as Chief of Defence Staff The nomination of Maj. General Ibrahim Attahiru is CONFIRMED as Chief of Army Staff The nomination of Rear Admiral Awwal Zubairu Gambo is CONFIRMED as Chief of Naval Staff The nomination of Air Vice Marshal Isiaka O. Amao is CONFIRMED as Chief of Air Staff. “Congratulations to them. There was so much calls for the replacement of the former service chiefs and the President did that." - @DrAhmadLawan "Let me take this opportunity to thank the former Service Chief...

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27Feb By MosesianNo Comments

Sport

Chelsea vs Man United: You Have Done Really Well – Solskjaer Tells Thomas Tuchel

Manchester United boss, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, has said that Chelsea manager, Thomas Tuchel, has done really well at Stamford Bridge since he took over from Frank Lampard last January. Solskjaer said that the current Chelsea squad under Tuchel has the ability to keep teams away from their own goal. He also said that his job is to end Tuchel’s unbeaten run at Chelsea so far. The Norwegian spoke on Friday during his pre-match press conference ahead of Man United’s away Premier League clash with Chelsea on Sunday. Tuchel has won six of his last eight matches in charge of Chelsea since his appointment last month. “You can see in the results, stats and possession they have had, the ability to keep teams away from their own goal, he’s done really well,” Tuchel said. “It is n...

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27Feb By MosesianNo Comments

Sport

Chelsea vs Man United: Tuchel Gives Confidence to all Players – Edouard Mendy

  Chelsea goalkeeper, Edouard Mendy, has lauded manager, Thomas Tuchel, for the way he gave ‘confidence’ to the Blues players since his appointment last January. Tuchel, who replaced Frank Lampard as Chelsea head coach at the end of last month, has guided the Stamford Bridge club to win six of their last eight games. Speaking ahead of Chelsea’s Premier League clash with Manchester United on Sunday, Mendy told Daily Express: “The coach gives confidence to all the players. “We know what he wants, so when we are on the pitch, we have to show why he has chosen us. “It’s very positive for all the players because he gives us a lot of confidence and we need to improve and to play great football when we are on the pitch. “He is very expressive. He shows when he likes som...

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26Feb By MosesianNo Comments

Lifestyle

Tonto Dikeh Appointed an Ambassador of Peace Building by the Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Commission

Actress Tonto Dikeh has been made an ambassador for peace building by the Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Commission (NCPC). On Thursday, Feb 25, she was received by Reverend Yakubu Pam, the Executive Secretary of NCPC at his head office where they deliberated on NCPC's vision. Reacting to her appointment as the new Ambassador for the Commision of Peace Building, Tonto said she needs the people's prayers as she embarks on "peace building across the six geopolitical zones of the nation because peace is indispensable."

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18Feb By MosesianNo Comments

News

Buhari Appoints new Heads for Civil Defence and Correctional Service

President Muhammadu Buhari has appointed new heads for the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) and Nigeria Correctional Service. The President replaced Abdullahi Muhammadu who retired from service after completing his term as commandant-general of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), with Abubakar Audi. Buhari also nominated Haliru Nababa as the new head of the Nigeria Correctional Service. A statement released by Mohammed Manga, a spokesperson for the interior minister, Rauf Aregbesola read; New Appointments: President Buhari Appoints Audi, Nababa as NSCDC, NCoS Bosses President Muhammadu Buhari GCFR has approved the appointment of Ahmed Abubakar Audi PhD, mni as the new Commandant-General of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) ...

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17Feb By dthataNo Comments

Politics

‘Justice Has Not Been Served’ – Magu’s Lawyer Reacts To Bawa’s Appointment

A counsel to embattled former acting chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) Tosin Ojaomo on Tuesday lamented that justice has not been served on Ibrahim Magu’s case. Ojaomo stated this during an interview on Channels TV – ‘Politics Today’ monitored by The Nation. The Nation reports the Ayo Salami-led presidential panel was commissioned to investigate the suspended acting chairperson of the anti-graft agency. He said: “Suddenly, no report came out, and another appointment was made… Justice has clearly not been done in this matter, to Magu, we are talking about people’s integrity, reputational damage has been done to people. “It is not just about Magu alone, there are other people at the commission that have been suspended, all these people, their int...

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17Feb By MosesianNo Comments

Celebs

Beauty Queen Sacked from Hospital job Because she’s ”too Beautiful”

A former model was ordered to resign from a job at a hospital for being ''too pretty.'' Claudia Ardelean, 27, who has a double degree in law and European ethics, was appointed to work unpaid on the board of the Pneumophthisiology Clinical Hospital in Romania. She was delighted and posted about her appointment on social media on February 8. The former model and beauty queen posted a selfie in front of the council building and wrote: "I am thankful for the trust and support of the Cluj National Liberal Party!" However, she soon received criticisms from trolls who claimed she only received the job because of her looks. Newspaper Click said as a result of the criticisms, she was forced to resign because she is ''too beautiful.'' Claudia, who now works as a lawyer in a...

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16Feb By dthataNo Comments

News

Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala Reacts To Her Appointment As DG-WTO

It is done! Thank you @WTO members for finalizing my election today and making history. In the 73 years of GATT and WTO, honored to be First Woman and First African to lead. But now the real work begins. Ready to tackle the challenges of WTO. Forget Business as usual! Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala

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15Feb By MosesianNo Comments

News

Prophetess Rose Kelvin a.k.a Mummy Rose Donates Cash, Food items to Widows, Orphans, Debunks Political Ambition Rumours

Prophetess Rose Kelvin popularly known as Mummy Rose, the Founder of ‘Unveiling The Veiled’ Ministry – an end time Prophetic and deliverance ministry based in Abuja, FCT has reached out to the less privileged and disadvantaged while on a Ministry Outreach to her place of birth in Osisi-Oma Local Government Area in Aba, Abia State. According to a reliable source, Prophetess Rose Kelvin’s arrival in Osisi-oma last week Wednesday, really drew mammoth of crowd who had heard about her divine mandate and the good works of touching the lives of less privileged in the society. Despite the turn out, her Ministry successfully empowered 5000 people of Abia State with 25kg of rice and other food items at the event. Prior to her visit to the State, there have been several rumours making th...

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10Feb By dthataNo Comments

Politics

Service Chiefs’ Appointment: Consider Igbo Too, Yoruba Elders Tell Buhari

Some elders from the South West yesterday commended President Muhammadu Buhari for appointing one of their sons as Chief of Air Staff. The elders, under the aegis of Conference of Concerned Yoruba Elders, said the president’s gesture was a demonstration of his unwavering confidence in the South West to help his administration give Nigerians the much-needed security as he pledged during his campaign. CCYE National Coordinator, Prof. Olusegun Ajibola and National Secretary, Dr Catherine Adisa, urged their kinsmen to reciprocate the president’s gesture by supporting his administration to succeed in bestowing an enduring legacy of good leadership for the country. They, however, expressed reservation over what they called the continuous side-lining of their Igbo neighbours from the...

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9Feb By dthataNo Comments

News

WTO To Ratify The Appointment Of Okonjo-Iweala As Director-General Next Week

After five months without a substantive leadership, the General Council of the World Trade Organisation (WTO) announced it will hold a special session to ratify Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala as Director-General next week. The WTO General Council Chair, David Walker met with delegates yesterday to ascertain if there were further objections on the candidate. The WTO’s General Council will hold a special meeting on 15 February at 15:00 Geneva time to consider the appointment of the next Director-General. The meeting will take place in virtual format. WTO It is uncertain however, if she will be asked to take up the reins almost immediately or at a later date, in view of the 12th WTO Ministerial Conference holding in Nur-Sultan, Kazakhstan later in the year. The biennially-held Ministe...

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8Feb By dthataNo Comments

Politics

I Won’t Reply PDP On My Ambassadorial Appointment – Buratai

The immediate past Chief of Army Staff, Lt Gen Tukur Buratai (Rtd) has said he owes no one explanation over his recent appointment as one of the non-career ambassadors. Buratai disclosed this while speaking with journalists after a special gala night organised for him by members of the 29th Regular Course Association of the Nigerian Defense Academy in Abuja on Saturday. Buratai and other Service Chiefs “voluntarily resigned” their positions on 26 January 2021, after months of calls for their sack following a spate of insecurity in different parts of the country, especially in the northeast, and the seeming failure of the security agencies to contain it. Buhari had immediately appointed Major-General Leo Irabor, Chief of Defence Staff; Major-General I. Attahiru, Chief of Army S...

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7Feb By MosesianNo Comments

News

I’m not a politician, so I have no word for the opposition – Buratai reacts to PDP kicking against his nomination as an Ambassador

Immediate past Chief of Army Staff, Lt Gen Tukur Buratai (Rtd) has reacted to the People's Democratic Party (PDP) kicking against his nomination as a non-career ambassador. Recall that the PDP had described the nomination as a plot to shield the ex-Service Chiefs from investigation over the “killing of innocent Nigerians and crimes against humanity” under their leadership. Addressing journalists after a special gala night organised for him by members of the 29th Regular Course Association of the Nigerian Defense Academy in Abuja on Saturday February 6, Buratai said he would not respond to PDP’s statement because he is not a politician. He said;   “It’s an honourable retirement and also an honourable appointment. “I’m not a politician, so I have no word for the oppo...

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5Feb By MosesianNo Comments

News

Alleged victim of Nigerian pastor, Timothy Omotoso says she was kicked out of mission house after she refused to continue performing sexual acts on him

An alleged victim of Nigerian pastor, Timothy Omotoso has narrated how the she was kicked allegedly kicked out of his mission house because she refused to continue massaging his feet and private parts.   Omotoso, the senior pastor of the Jesus Dominion International Church‚ Durban, South Africa, was arrested on April 20, 2017 for rape and human trafficking.     The pastor and his co-accused, Lusanda Sulani and Zukiswa Sitho, face 63 main and 34 alternative charges facing multiple charges related to contravention of the Sexual Offences Act. His alleged victims included girls as young as 13.   The new witness, Hlubikazi Faleni, was called to testify in the Omotoso trial at the Port Elizabeth high court on Thursday, February 4.   Accordi...

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30Jan By dthataNo Comments

Politics

Northern Governors’ Forum Hail Buhari On Appointment Of Service Chiefs

The Northern Governors’ Forum has hailed President Muhammadu Buhari’s decision to replace the country’s service chiefs. Buhari had on Tuesday approved the immediate resignation of the then security chiefs and their retirement from service. Those involved were the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Gen. Abayomi Olonishakin; Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt-Gen. Tukur Buratai; Chief of Naval Staff (CNS), Vice Admiral Ibok Ekwe Ibas and Chief of Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sadique Abubakar. The President also announced the appointment of Maj-Gen. Lucky Irabor as CDS; Maj-Gen. Ibrahim Attahiru as COAS; Rear Admiral Awwal Gambo as CNS and Air Vice Marshal Isiaka Amao as CAS. Fielding questions from newsmen after meeting the President at the State House, Abuja, yesterday, Chairman of the...

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28Jan By BobbyNo Comments

Sport

‘You cannot imagine the last 48 hours!’ – Tuchel explains first Chelsea selection as he opens up on ‘surreal’ move to Stamford Bridge

The German coach's first match in charge came just one day after he was named Frank Lampard's successor New Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel says that his arrival at Stamford Bridge has been "a bit surreal" as he revealed the thought process behind his first lineup in charge of the club. Tuchel was confirmed as Chelsea manager on Tuesday, with the Blues announcing Frank Lampard's departure earlier in the week. The former Borussia Dortmund and Paris Saint-Germain coach's first game in charge came just one day after his appointment, with Chelsea playing host to Wolves at Stamford Bridge.  

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27Jan By dthataNo Comments

Politics

PDP: Appointment Of New Service Chiefs Late, Demands Buratai’s Probe

The @OfficialPDPNig has described the appointment of new service chiefs by President @MBuhari as rather late in the day, when much harm had already been done to our national security.

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27Jan By dthataNo Comments

Politics

APC Welcomes Appointment Of New Service Chiefs

We welcome the appointment of new service chiefs following the resignation and retirement of the outgoing service chiefs. We are confident that the new service chiefs will consolidate on the remarkable achievements of their predecessors in keeping the country safe and peaceful. The Party calls for public support for the new service chiefs as they perform their constitutional roles of protecting our country's territorial integrity and tackle emerging security threats. We also urge increased synergy among the armed forces in achieving these tasks. Recent incidents in the country has triggered quite divisive rhetoric in some quarters. It is counterproductive and dangerous to national security when we put ethnic spins to issues affecting us. In tackling security threats, we should...

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9Jan By BobbyNo Comments

News

Governor Sanwo-Olu Cancels Ongoing LASU VC Appointment Process

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has cancelled the ongoing process set up for the appointment of a substantive ninth Vice Chancellor of Lagos State University (LASU). The Lagos state Governor in a statement released by his Chief Press Secretary Mr. Gboyega Akosile, said the process was cancelled after investigations and stakeholders engagement which were initiated after some petitions were received. Sanwo-Olu directed that a fresh process that would terminate in forty five days should commence immediately. Asides directed the outgoing Vice Chancellor, Professor Olanrewaju Fagbohun to convene an emergency Senate meeting for the purpose of appointing one of the Deputy Vice Chancellors, who is not a candidate in the cancelled selection process as Acting Vice Chancellor from Monday Jan...

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7Jan By BobbyNo Comments

Business

FCMB Appoints Acting Managing Director, Yemisi Edun

The First City Monument Bank (FCMB) has announced the appointment of Yemisi Edun as its acting managing director. Edun takes over the running of the bank from the Managing Director, Adam Nuru, who on Tuesday, January 5, proceeded on leave amid allegations of marital infidelity involving him and a former staff of the bank, Moyo Thomas. There are allegations that Moyo's estranged husband, Tunde Thomas, 45, died on December 16, 2020, from a heart attack after battling with depression upon discovering that the two children from their marriage were allegedly fathered by Mr Nuru. A statement from the bank announcing Edun's appointment reads in part “In line with normal corporate practice, Mrs Yemisi Edun is acting as the managing director of FCMB in the interim period while Mr Adam Nu...

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7Dec By BobbyNo Comments

News

Governor Ganduje demands for apology from American university over unauthorised appointment

Governor Abdullahi Ganduje of Kano state has demanded for an apology from the management of an American university, East Carolina University (ECU) over a controversial ‘appointment' he was given.   This came days after Ganduje’s spokesperson, Abba Anwar revealed that he was appointed as a visiting professor of e-governance and International Affairs in the institution. Anwar said news of the appointment was conveyed in a letter sent by Victor Mbarika, a lecturer of International Center for IT and Development at the school on November 30.   News of the appointment was however debunked by the university’s Interim Provost and Senior Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, Dr Grant Hayes, in a letter to Ganduje, dated December 4, 2020.   The letter titled ‘Re: Una...

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2Dec By dthataNo Comments

Politics

New NAPTIP DG Imaan Suleiman Receives Accolades On Appointment Amidst Reaction

The recent appointment of Mrs. Imaan Sulaiman Ibrahim hours ago, as the new Director General of the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP), has continue to attract several reactions with emphasis on her capacity, portfolio and eligibility. However, several organizations, individuals and groups have continue to applaud President Muhammadu Buhari for appointing another vibrant youth in the person Mrs. Imaan Suleiman Ibrahim as the new DG of the national agency. According to reports garnered by Abuja Press, the 40years old Mrs. Suleiman Ibrahim is one whose track records has remained unequivocally outstanding and reputable. Before her appointment as DG of NAPTIP, Mrs. Suleiman Ibrahim has held several notable national appointments in Nigeria. She held...

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24Nov By dthataNo Comments

Education

LASPOTECH: Sanwo-Olu Approves Appointment Of Olaleye As Rector

Governor of Lgos State, Mr. @jidesanwoolu has approved the appointment of Dr Oluremi Nurudeen Olaleye as the 11th Rector of the Lagos State Polytechnic (LASPOTECH). #ForAGreaterLagos The appointment was sequel to interview conducted by the Institution's Governing Council and its subsequent recommendation, is for 5 years single term and takes effect from 1st December, 2020 at the expiration of the tenure of the Acting Rector, Mr. Olumide Olusola Metilelu.

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20Oct By BobbyNo Comments

News

President Buhari sacks National Copyright Commission’s chairman, Tonye Clinton Jaja

President Buhari has terminated the appointment of the Chairman, Governing Board of the Nigerian Copyright Commission, NCC, Tonye Clinton Jaja.   Jaja's sack was conveyed in a letter dated October 15 and signed by the Solicitor-General of the Federation and Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of Justice, Dayo Apata (SAN).   The letter, titled: ‘Notification of your removal as Chairman, Governing Board of the Nigerian Copyright Commission’ reads   “I have been directed to notify you of your removal as the Chairman. Governing Board of the Nigerian COpyright Commission by the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, His Excellency, Muhammadu Buhari, (JCFR1 as conveyed vide letter Ref: 593I2N/230 of 28m September, 2020. Your removal is with immediate ef...

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13Oct By dthataNo Comments

Politics

70 CSOs Reject Lauretta Onochie’s Appointment As INEC Commissioner

The Nigerian Civil Society Situation Room, on Tuesday, kicked against the nomination of President Muhammadu Buhari’s Senior Special Assistant on Social Media, Ms Lauretta Onochie, as National Commissioner of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, representing the South-South. The Situation Room which is a coalition of 70 Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) in the country, maintained that the 1999 Constitution, as amended, forbade the appointment of a partisan politician as a member of INEC. Stressing that Ms Onochie is a known partisan supporter of President Buhari and his ruling party, the All Progressives Congress, APC, the CSOs, in a statement that was signed by its Convener, Mr Clement Nwankwo, called for an immediate withdrawal of her nomination, insisting that ...

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27Aug By dthataNo Comments

Politics

Buhari Congratulates Kaycee Madu On His Appointment As Minister In Canada

PRESIDENT BUHARI CONGRATULATES NIGERIAN BORN KAYCEE MADU, APPOINTED MINISTER OF JUSTICE IN ALBERTA, CANADA President Muhammadu Buhari rejoices with Nigerian born Kaycee Madu, appointed Minister of Justice and Solicitor General for the Government of Alberta, in Canada.Madu makes history as the first African born provincial Minister in Canadian history, and is also the Provincial Secretary and Keeper of the Great Seal of the Province of Alberta. President Buhari describes the honour as “landmark and historic,” saying it once again pedestals people of Nigerian descent as go-getters, who distinguish themselves in different walks of life.The President says as the first Black Justice Minister and Solicitor-General in Canada, Madu has written himself into history books, and urges Niger...

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22Aug By BobbyNo Comments

Education

UNILAG Acting VC, Soyombo Steps Down

Professor Omololu Soyombo, the newly-appointed acting Vice-Chancellor of the University of Lagos (UNILAG) has stepped down from his position “with immediate effect”. Recall that Soyombo was given the appointment, following the sack of Professor Oluwatoyin Ogundipe as the School's Vice Chancellor.  In  a statement released on Saturday August 22, Soyombo said his decision to step down was hinged on the federal government's directive to UNILAG Senate to nominate an acting VC for the institution.  His statement read;  “The news of the setting up of a Special Visitation Panel to the University of Lagos by the Federal Government was received in the evening of Friday, 21st August 2020.“The government also directed the University Senate to nominate an...

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9Aug By BobbyNo Comments

Sport

Alessandro Del Piero and Gennaro Gattuso, React to Andrea Pirlo’s Appointment as Juventus Manager

Italy legends, Alessandro Del Piero and Gennaro Gattuso, have reacted to Andrea Pirlo’s appointment as Juventus manager. DAILY POST reported on Saturday that Juventus appointed Andrea Pirlo as their new manager, just hours after sacking Maurizio Sarri. Pirlo was only named Juventus’ U-23 head coach last month. But the 41-year-old former midfield maestro has now been asked to take over the club’s senior team, even before taking charge of a fixture. Reacting to the development, Del Piero, who played with Pirlo during their time at Juventus, said he never expected him to move into management, while Gattuso, who played with Pirlo during their time at Italy national team, said he is “screwed”. “To be honest, I wouldn’t have bet on him becoming th...

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9Aug By BobbyNo Comments

News

Woman Who Ripped Out her Eyes While High on Drugs Gets new Prosthetic Eyeballs

A woman who ripped out her own eyes while high on drugs has received a pair of prosthetic eyeballs. Two years ago, Kaylee Muthart, 22, gouged out her eyes as a horrified bystander struggled to stop her . After being rushed to hospital, doctors told Kaylee that she would never see again. The injury became her motivation to quit drugs for good. Now, Kaylee has received new prosthetic eyeballs so that she can appear "more normal". She said: "I was so excited to get them. I just wanted to appear more normal to the outside world." Kaylee with her new eyes Kaylee, who is enrolled in a blind school in her home state of South Carolina, was accompanied to the life-changing appointment by her boyfriend, Alex George, 42. He said: "It melted my heart. She was neve...

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6Aug By BobbyNo Comments

Sport

Tottenham Appoints new Coach to Work With Jose Mourinho

Tottenham Hotspur, on Thursday, announced the appointment of former player, Ledley King, as Jose Mourinho’s new first-team assistant. King will work alongside Mourinho and the rest of the club’s first-team staff. The 39-year-old will also take on the role of supporting academy players looking to make the step up. King played for the North London club for 13 years making 323 appearances. He lifted the League Cup in 2008 before a persistent knee injury forced him to retire in 2012. Mourinho, speaking about King with the club’s official website, said: “I am extremely pleased to be welcoming Ledley into the first team group as we continue our preparations for the new season. “He has a tremendous affinity with this football club and the fans appreciate just how much he ha...

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15Jul By BobbyNo Comments

Religion

Pope Francis Appoints Anambra Bishop Into Pontifical Council

The head of the Catholic, Pope Francis has appointed the auxiliary bishop of Onitsha Archdiocese, Anambra State, Denis Isizoh, into the Pontifical Council for Interreligious Dialogue. The Catholic bishop of Awka Diocese, Most Rev. Paulinus Ezeokafor made this known in a congratulatory message to Isizoh on Tuesday, July 14 obtained by a Punch News correspondent. He described Isizoh’s appointment as a nice one, stating that his elevation would bring about a lot of positive developments and goodwill to the people of God, especially to the Nigerian Catholics According to him “Bishop Isizoh’s appointment is a square peg in a square hole. He is more than qualified and grounded in that area. It is a familiar terrain for him. He worked closely with Cardinal Arinze. He knows his onions. I am ...

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14Jul By BobbyNo Comments

News

Service Chiefs Have not Disappointed President Buhari and Nigerians – Chief of Army Staff Tukur Buratai Says

The Chief of Army Staff, Lt.Gen. Tukur Buratai, says contrary to the belief of many, he and other service chiefs have not disappointed President Buhari and the nation in the discharge of their responsibilities, since their appointment by the President in 2015. Buratai said this in a meeting with the Chief of Defence Staff, General Gabriel Olonisakin, at the Nigerian Army Super camp four located in Faskari, Katsina State. In his words “Exactly five years ago, I was in Ndjamena, Chad Republic, when I heard the announcement of General Olanisakin as the Chief of Defence Staff as well as my own appointment as Chief of Army Staff. We are grateful to Almighty God for giving us good health to lead the armed forces. It is a thing of joy to say that we are quite grateful to the Presiden...

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13Jul By BobbyNo Comments

Politics

Ex-NSA, Sambo Dasuki, Denies Campaigning for President Buhari Against Jonathan in 2015

A former National Security Adviser (NSA), Col. Sambo Dasuki (rtd), has denied reports that he discreetly campaigned for President Buhari while serving as President Goodluck Jonathan’s NSA in 2015. Recently, there were reports that the embattled former NSA worked secretly to enthrone President Buhari in 2015 while he was still serving under the Goodluck Jonathan administration. Dasuki in his statement, said as the NSA between 2012 and 2015, he never campaigned for the APC or Buhari, in whatever shape or form before, during, or after the 2015 presidential election.   In his statement, the former NSA said he was only involved in the unsuccessful attempt at forging an alliance between the Action Congress of Nigeria (ACN), All Nigeria Peoples Party (ANPP) and the Congress for ...

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