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Major Nigerian Headlines For Today Friday, January 17th, 2020
Welcome to EKOHOTBLOG roundup of top Major Nigerian headlines for today, Friday, January 17th, 2020
1. Amotekun: Gani Adams’ Open Letter To AGF
I find it disturbing your statement of Tuesday, January 14, 2020, declaring the security initiative of South-West governors ‘Amotekun’ as illegal.
2. Gov. Makinde Says, Malami Lacks Power To Ban Amotekun
The Governor of Oyo state, Seyi Makinde, has reacted to the federal government declaration of the southwest joint security outfit known as Operation Amotekun as illegal.
3. No Law Prohibits Establishment Of Amotekun — Afe Babalola
The Attorney General of the Federation was reported to have declared the regional community security outfit (Amotekun) illegal. I disagree with the Attorney General. On the contrary, it is absolutely constitutional and legal.
4. Minister Assures Oil Stakeholders Of PIB Passage Before May
The Minister of state for Petroleum Resources, Timipre Sylva, has assured Nigerians and other stakeholders in the oil sector that the Petroleum Industry Bill (PIB) would be passed by the Senate before May 2020.
5. Former DSS Boss Kidnapped By Gunmen In Benue
Gunmen, suspected to be kidnappers, on Wednesday abducted a retired senior officer of the Department of State Services, Peter Unogwu, popularly known as Naraguta, in Benue State.
6. FG Unveils Plans To Partner With Dundee Varsity On Nano Technology
The Federal Government has unveiled plans to partner with University of Dundee, Scotland to develop a technical committee that will focus on the study of Nanotechnology, Biotechnology, Forensics and Information Communication Technology (ICT) for mutual benefits.
7. Google Parent Alphabet Joins The $1 Trillion Club
Google parent company Alphabet has done something that very few U.S. companies have done: a $ 1 trillion valuation on the U.S. stock market (via the Wall Street Journal).
8. LASG Break Silence On Alleged Destruction Of Past Heroes Status At Allen Junction
Lagos State Government (LASG) has described as false, the news making the rounds in some quarters of the social media, claiming that it has destroyed the statues of Nigerian music legend and social crusader, Fela Anikulapo-Kuti and the late politician, Chief Obafemi Awolowo – both erected at the roundabout on Allen Avenue in Ikeja.
9. Five Nigerian Startups To Pitch At Africa Startup Summit Kigali
Africa Startup Summit Kigali, has selected for its second edition, 11 African tech startups to pitch on stage, with 5 Nigerian Startups – OkwuEco, HouseAfrica, Limestart, ThankUCash and Riby, participating.
10. 7.5% VAT Implementation To Finally Commence February 1, 2020
The federal government of Nigeria has said the commencement of the implementation of the new Value Added Tax (VAT), 7.5 percent, is to take effect from February 1, 2020, after all the necessary administrative procedures have been completed, especially the Gazette of the recently signed 2019 Finance Act by the Federal Ministry of Justice.
11. Transfer: Man United Star Agrees £1.3m Deal To Join Inter
Manchester United have reached an agreement with Inter Milan for the signing of Ashley Young in the January transfer window.
12. Chelsea Defender Signs New Five-Year Contract
Chelsea young defender Reece James has extended his stay with the Blues until 2025 after signing a new contract, the club confirmed on Thursday.
13. Finally, Bruno Fernandes Agrees Personal Terms With Man United
Sporting Lisbon captain and midfielder Bruno Fernandes has agreed personal terms with Manchester United, Concise news reports.
14. Nollywood: ‘Ignore Competition If You want To Be Successful’, Says Yul Edochie
Veteran Nollywood actor, Yul Edochie revealed that competition will causes setback for any young actors who wants to grow in the Nollywood industry.
15. Ex-BBNaija Star Tacha To Venture Into Music, Movie Industry
Former BBNaija housemate Tacha Akide is another act to look out for in the music and movie industry as she reveals that she would be releasing a song with singer Slim Case.
16. Don Jazzy Announces His Return To Social Media After Brief Illness
Legendary music producer Don Jazzy who is an active user of social media platforms has come out to reveal that he battled an illness but has now recovered.
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