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Major Nigerian Headlines For Today Friday, December 20th, 2019
Welcome to EKOHOTBLOG roundup of top Major Nigerian headlines for today, Friday, December 20th, 2019
1. PDP Applauds Supreme Court Verdict On Gov. Emmanuel’s Election
The People Democratic Party, Akwa Ibom Chapter, has applauded the verdict of the Supreme Court on the election of the state Governor Udom Emmanuel.
2. Gbadamosi Berates DSS Over Sowore’s Rearrest
The gubernatorial candidate of the Action Democratic Party ADP in Lagos State, Babatunde Olalere Gbadamosi, has berated the Department of State Service over the rearrest of the convener of the RevolutionNow Movement, Omoyele Sowore.
3. Adamawa Assembly Passes N183bn 2020 Budget
The Adamawa State House of Assembly has approved the proposed N183bn Appropriation Bill For the year 2020.
4. UPU Debunks Endorsing Gbagi Ahead Of Delta 2023 Elections
The Urhobo Progress Union, UPU, in Delta State, has debunked the alleged endorsement of the former Minister of State (Education), Olorogun Kenneth Gbagi, as the party’s gubernatorial candidate in the Delta 2023 Election.
5. Forte Oil To Change Name To Ardova Plc
Shareholders of Forte Oil Plc has authorised the board of directors to change the name of the company to Ardova Plc. The approval was given at the an extra-ordinary general meeting (EGM) held in Lagos on Tuesday.
6. Emmanuel Umoh Bags Mr Africa Title
Mr Ideal Nigeria 2019, Emmanuel Umoh recently made history on December 8 when he became the first Nigerian to win the Mister Africa International title since its inception in 2011.
7. Oyo ALGON Urges Makinde To Be Ready For Constructive Criticism
The Oyo State chapter of the Association of Local Governments Chairmen of Nigeria ALGON, has advised the Governor of the state, Seyi Makinde to be ready for constructive criticism.
8. Yahaya Bello Dissolves Cabinet
As part of programme to wrap up his first in office, Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello, has vacated his cabinet.
9. APC Unveils Plans Ahead Of Rivers Congress
The ruling All Progressive Congress APC, has unveiled its plans ahead of the party’s congress in Rivers State.
10. Defection: Ex-Minister, Son Say They Are Happy To Be Part Of The APC
Following the early announcement of his exit from PDP, the Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC), received a former Minister of Works, Senator Adeseye Ogunlewe, his son Moyosore and others who defected.
11. Impeachment: Vladimir Putin Says It Is Not Over Yet
Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday said the impeachment of Donald Trump was based on “made-up” grounds, adding he did not believe it marked the end of the US president.
12. Landlord Drags APC To Court Over Two Year Rent
A landlord, Mr. Victor Kanaychukwu Ani, has sued the Udi Local Government Area of Enugu state chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the failure to pay over two years rent.
13. Nigeria Commercializes First Improved Food Crop
The Federal Government has approved registration and release of a new Pod Borer Resistant (PBR) Cowpea variety for commercialization.
14. Arsenal To Name Mikel Arteta As New Manager On Friday
Mikel Arteta is expected to be named as Arsenal’s new manager on Friday.
15. Aubameyang, Others Set To leave Arsenal Ahead Of Arteta’s Appointment
Arsenal striker, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and some other big name players in the squad are desperate to leave club ahead of Mikel Arteta’s appointment.
16. Transfer: Villarreal Manager Dismisses Chukwueze Link To Chelsea
Villarreal manager, Javier Calleja has dismissed report linking winger, Samuel Chukwueze with a move to Chelsea.
17. FIFA Rankings: Nigeria Maintains 31st Position To End 2019
The Nigeria football team maintained its 31st position on the FIFA football rankings.
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