Major Nigerian Headlines For Today Friday, January 31st, 2020

Welcome to EKOHOTBLOG roundup of top Major Nigerian headlines for today, Friday, January 31st, 2020

1. Kwara Governor signs 2020 Budget

Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq signed the 2020 Appropriation Bill on Thursday.

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2. Reps summon IGP over increasing accidental discharge

The House of Representatives on Thursday summoned Inspector General of Police (IGP) Mohammed Adamu to appear before it to throw light on increasing and recurring cases of extra-judicial killings in the guise of accidental discharges by policemen, personnel of other security agencies and measures being taken to ensure that these incidents are forestalled and culprits face the weight of the law

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3. Trump impeachment witness battle: Four Republicans to watch

The US Senate is holding an impeachment trial on charges by the House of Representatives that President Donald Trump abused his powers and obstructed a congressional inquiry into whether he put pressure on Ukraine to investigate Democratic presidential contender Joe Biden.

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4. Why Charly Boy Blasts Anambra Governor

Nigerian entertainer and strong critic of politics Charly Boy has blasted Anambra state governor, Willie Obiano whom he described as “loud, pompous and braggadocios”.

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5. UN Declares International Emergency on Coronavirus

The UN health agency on Thursday declared an international emergency over the deadly novel coronavirus from China — a rarely used designation that could lead to improved international coordination in tackling the disease.

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6. Nollywood Practitioners Beg For Financial Support To Assist Tinsel Star Olaotan

Nollywood practitioners have taken to the social media community to solicit funds for the lead character of the popular Soap opera, Tinsel, Victor Olaotan, who has been off the scene for a while.

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7. What Bruno Fernandes Said After Penning 5-Year Deal With Man United

Bruno Fernandes says he will give “everything” to bring “success and trophies” to Manchester United after joining on a five-and-a-half year deal from Sporting Lisbon.

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8. Copa del Rey: Barcelona Humble Leganes In 5-0 Victory

Captain Lionel Messi scored twice as Barcelona progressed into the quarter-finals of the Copa del Rey by thrashing Leganes at the Nou Camp.

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9. See Why Lagos Trader Stabbed His Colleague

A Trade at Ereko Plaza, Ereko Market on Lagos Island, Lagos, Chinedu Onuegbu, 28, has been arraigned before a Lagos Magistrates’ Court for allegedly stabbing his colleague, Okechukwu Nnaji with jack Knife in his left arm and back.

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10. Bayelsa: Police Engage Kidnappers In Gun Battle, Rescue Victims

Operatives of Operation Puff Adder of the Bayelsa State Police Command have engaged notorious kidnappers in gun battle in Bayelsa.

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11. Brexit New Dawn: UK Leaves EU Today

The United Kingdom will finally have its Brexit at 11 pm on Friday, with Prime Minister Boris Johnson expected to deliver an emotional divorce address in a broadcast.

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12. Amazon Shares Surge On Strong Earnings Update

Amazon shares shot higher Thursday after the internet colossus released quarterly earnings figures for the holiday quarter that trounced market expectations.

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13. WHO Declares Global Virus Emergency After Deadliest Day For China

The World Health Organization (WHO) on Thursday declared a global emergency over the deadly coronavirus spreading from China, after the Asian giant reported its biggest single-day jump in the death toll.

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14. Makinde Reinstated 4 BCOS Directors Sacked By Ajimobi 4 Years Ago.

4 out of 6 Directors sacked on 26th February, 2016 by the immediate past Governor of Oyo State; Senator Abiola Ajimobi were today reinstated back to the civil service by Governor Seyi Makinde.

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