Nigerian News From EkohotBlog: Major Headlines Today Monday, July 1st, 2019

Welcome to EKOHOTBLOG roundup of top Major Nigerian headlines for today, Monday, July 1st, 2019

1. Benue Assembly Condemns Implementation Of Ruga Settlement

The Benue State house of Assembly has condemned recent plans by the Federal Government to establish Ruga settlements across the country.

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2. Presidency Explains Benefits Of Ruga Settlements Across The Country

The Presidency has reacted to the controversies surrounding the planned establishment of Ruga settlement for Fulani herdsmen across the nation.

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3. Minimum Wage: Parties Urges FG To Speed Up Implementation

The Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC) has urged the Federal Government to speed up the implementation of the N30,000 minimum wage in order to improve the living condition of workers.

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4. Maritime Workers To Begin Nationwide Strike July 3

Maritime Workers Union of Nigeria (MWUN) will begin a nationwide strike on Wednesday, July 3, after the expiration of a two-week strike ultimatum issued by the union on June 13 over non-payment of stevedoring contractors.

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5. No ‘Ruga settlement’ in South-east, South-south – Gov Umahi

Governor Dave Umahi of Ebonyi has said that there is no plan to establish Ruga settlement in any part of the South-East and South-south zones of Nigeria.

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6. HIV/AIDS Patients To Get Free Treatment In Rivers

Rivers State governor, Nyesom Wike, has said people living with HIV/AIDS would henceforth receive free treatment in the state.

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7. Why We Cut-Off Power Supply During Rainfall – AEDC

The Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC), says that it cuts-off electricity supply most times when it rains to save lives, properties and to protect its equipment.

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8. Nigerian Broadcaster, Umar Tudunwada, Dies In Auto Crash

A veteran broadcast journalist, Umar Tudunwada, died Sunday afternoon from a road accident outside Kano city.

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9. Timi Dakoko Thanks Nigerians For Support

Two days after his wife came out with allegations of rape against COZA pastor, Biodun Fatoyinbo, Timi Dakolo has released a statement on behalf of his family thanking Nigerians for the support his wife and the entire family has received in the aftermath.

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10. My Husband Is Not A Rapist –‘Modele, Fatoyinbo’s Wife

pastor along with her husband, Pastor Biodun Fatoyinbo, at the Commonwealth of Zion Assembly in Guzape, Abuja, Pastor Omodele Fatoyinbo, jumped to the defence of her husband on Sunday.

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11. Adekunle Gold Slams CAN’s No-Show In COZA Pastor’s Rape Saga

Based on its statement that it doesn’t get involved in the running of churches, even in the face of mounting rape allegations against Pastor Biodun Fatoyinbo of the Commonwealth of Zion Assembly (COZA), the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has come under attack

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12. Anticipated BBNaija 4 Kicks Off With 21 Housemates

The fourth season of the hugely awaited Big Brother Naija reality show finally kicked off yesterday with 21 housemates.

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13. Juventus Announce Rabiot’s Arrival In Turin Ahead Of Move

Italian champions, Juventus, have confirmed the arrival of Paris Saint-Germain midfielder, Adrien Rabiot, in Turin to seal a move to the Seria A giants.

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14. Van Gaal, Best Coach I Ever Worked With -Rooney

In a declaration that would surely rattle many associated with Manchester United, Wayne Rooney has named Louis Van Gaal as the best coach he has worked with.

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15. Madagascar Top Group B Following Nigeria Humiliation

Madagascar humiliated the Super Eagles of Nigeria yesterday, scoring one goal in each half to produce an unlikely victory over the three-time African champions that ensured their qualification as group winners with 7 points.

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