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Major Nigeria Newspaper Headlines For Today, Friday, May 28th, 2021
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The latest figures by the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has shown that Nigeria has recorded a total of 166,191 COVID-19 cases.
2. FULL LIST: FG Releases Names Of 132 travellers who Flouted COVID protocol
The presidential steering committee (PSC) on COVID-19 has published a second batch of names of travellers who reportedly violated the protocol for international passengers.
3. Reps Grill Accountant-General Over “₦19b Withdrawal” From EFCC Account
A house of representatives committee has queried Ahmed Idris, accountant-general of the federation (AGF), over an alleged illegal withdrawal of N19 billion from the recovery account of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).
4. We’ve Been Targeted 41 Times In Two Years – INEC
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has said that its offices and facilities have been attacked 41 times within the last 24 months.
5. NBC Suspends Radio Station’s Licence Over ‘Slapping’ On Air
EkoHotBlog reports that the National Broadcasting Commission has suspended the licence of Human Rights Radio 101.1FM which airs the Brekete Family programme hosted by Ahmed Isa, aka Ordinary President.
6. Malami Denies Receiving N2bn From Recovered Loots
The Attorney General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, SAN has denied allegation that N2billion was paid to his office from the recovered looted funds.
7. Constitution Review Will Not Address Nigeria Challenges – Afenifere
The pan Yoruba Socio-political association, Afenifere, says review of the 1999 constitution initiated by the Senate will not solve the myriad of challenges bedevilling Nigeria.
8. Sanwo-Olu Appoints Acting LASU Registrar
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has appointed Mr. Emmanuel Fanu as the acting Registrar of the Lagos State University (LASU), Ojo.
9. Sanwo-Olu Renders Account Of Two Years Stewardship
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Thursday rendered account of stewardship of his administration in the last two years, saying that his administration has delivered on the THEMES developmental agenda as promised the electorate.
10. Governor’s Aide, Policemen, Others Arrested For Rail Line Vandalism
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Special Adviser on Infrastructure to Governor Abdullahi Sule has been arrested by the Nasarawa State Police Command for vandalising railway tracks in Lafia and Keana Local Government areas of the state.
11. Ooni Of Ife Reacts To Allegation Of His Involvement In Lekki’s Land Dispute
The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, has debunked claims that he was involved in the sale of a parcel of land where the Idosun community in Ibeju-Lekki has its traditional place of worship.
12. Governor Fayemi Suspends Ekiti College Provost
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Ekiti State Governor, Dr. Kayode Fayemi, has suspended the Provost of the College of Health Sciences and Technology, Ijero-Ekiti, Dr. Cecilia Adebayo, on Thursday.
13. Stakeholders Rate Kwara Governor High On Performance
Stakeholders in the affairs of Kwara State yesterday awarded Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq pass mark on his running of the state’s affairs in the last two years.
14. Children’s Day: Sanwo-Olu Restates Commitment To Quality Education
Lagos State governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has reiterated the commitment of his administration to provide a safe, habitable learning environment for children in the state.
15. APC Sets Agenda For New COAS
The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has set agenda for the newly appointed Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Major General Farouk Yahaya.
16. 2023: Lagos PDP Leaders Unite, Setup Advisory Body
As part of efforts aimed at finally resolving issues arising from the crisis in the Lagos State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party(PDP), an 11-man advisory committee was last night constituted to serve as the clearing house on all party matters in the state and to further implement decisions taken during the reconciliation meetings.
It was a world-wide celebration when Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala took over as the Director-General of the World Trade Organizations (WTO) and her appointment signified different things to different people.
18. Opinion: The Frightening Incidences of Kidnapping in the Country
It was not only frightening but also very scary to watch the video and I’m sure a lot of people would be surprised at the level of confidence and audacity at which the apprehended kidnapper planned his notorious act.
19. Amid Divorce, Rumors Of A Date Between Kanye West & Ronaldo’s Ex Triggers
Kanye West has been seen for the first time in months amid rumors he’s dating model Irina Shayk.
20. Six Candidates Lined Up To Replace Zidane At Real Madrid
Zinedine Zidane has resigned as Real Madrid manager, and the club are now looking for a replacement.
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