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Gov Yusuf Arrives Cyprus, Vows To Secure Certificates Of Stranded Kano Graduates
Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has taken a decisive step to address the prolonged challenges faced by Kano students unable to access their academic certificates throughout Ganduje's administration. In a statement issued by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, on Monday, it was revealed that Governor Yusuf held a critical meeting with the management of Near East University in Cyprus to tackle the issue. The discussion focused on the overdue release of certificates for Kano students who graduated between 2015 and 2019. Many of these graduates, particularly from fields such as Medicine and Nursing, have been unable to
Five In Court Over Alleged Theft In Ogun
Five men, on Monday, stood before an Ota Magistrates’ Court in Ogun State for allegedly stealing a truckload of Milo products worth N25 million. New Telegraph gathered that the defendants, Temidire Ramon, 35, Aminu Yusuf, 26; Olusola Opadare, 35; Oludayo Adeleye, 38, and Amodu Jimoh, 51, conspired and stole a truckload of Milo products valued at N25 million, belonging to Nestle Company. According to the prosecutor, Insp E.O.Adaraloye the defendants committed the offences on October 13, 2020, at Agbara in Ogun. Citing that the offences contravened Sections 390(9) and 516 of the Criminal Code Laws of Ogun, 2006. READ ALSO
Minimum Wage: Judiciary Workers Shut Down Benue Court
The members of the Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria (NUJ), Benue State Chapter have locked up the gates of the state High Court in Makurdi over the non-implementation of the new minimum wage. New Telegraph gathered that the members of the union barricaded the gate and prevented entry into the premises on Monday morning. According to the Assistant Secretary of the union in the state, Jooli David, this action was a result of the non-implementation of the N75,000 new minimum wage to members as promised by the state government. READ ALSO Benue Govt Spent N4.53bn To Service Loans In One
BREAKING: Oluyede Assumes Office As 24th COAS
Lt.-Gen. Olufemi Oluyede, on Monday, officially assumed office as the 24th Substatnctive Chief of Army Staff (COAS) as the Nigerian Army marked the beginning of a new era with the symbolic lowering and hoisting of the command flag at Army Headquarters. Oluyede’s appointment, following the death of his predecessor, Lt.-Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja was approved by President Bola Tinubu on October 30 in an acting capacity. His tenure was formalized after confirmation by the Senate and House of Representatives. The ceremony, held in Abuja, is a longstanding military tradition symbolizing the transfer of authority. It follows the unusual presentation of Oluyede’s insignia
Kogi Govt Handover New Lokoja Int’l Market Site To Contractor
The Kogi State Government on Monday handed over 15 hectares of land for the construction of a new International Ultra-modern Market to Sazaz Acres Biloque Company (SABC), Limited Handing over the site to the contracting firm, the state commissioner for Housing and Urban Development, Taiye Abanika in the company of his counterpart from the Ministry of Works, said the new project was initiated by Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo, to expand development in the state capital. He said the new market project located along Hassan Usman Katsina road was in line with the governor's determination to make the state more urban
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Chappal Energies Completes Acquisition Of Equinor Nigeria
Chappal Energies has finalised the acquisition of Equinor Nigeria Energy Company (ENEC), a subsidiary of Norway’s Equinor ASA. Chappal Energies finalised the acquisition of Equinor Nigeria Energy Company (ENEC) on December 6, 2024, one year
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An honourable member House of Representatives representing the Birnin-Magaji/Kaura Namoda constituency in Zamfara State, Aminu Sani Jaji, has received over 1,500 defectors from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), All Progressive
The Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), George Akume, has said God can still make the former presidential candidate of the People's Democratic Party(PDP), Atiku Abubakar, a Nigerian
Former Senator who represented Kaduna Central Senatorial District, Shehu Sani has claimed that since independence in 1960, the only presidential candidate who congratulated the winner, Goodluck Jonathan. New Telegraph recalls
Ahead of the 2027 general election, the governorship candidate on the Labour Party (LP) in Lagos State, Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour has hinted at running again for the position. Speaking in an interview
Senator Ali Ndume is the senator representing Borno South Senatorial District at the National Assembly. In this interview, he speaks on the Tax Reform Bills before the National Assembly and
Former Federal Lawmaker, Senator Shehu Sani, has defended President Bola Tinubu’s travels to foreign countries, saying it has not been as wasteful as previous Nigerian presidents. Speaking on his verified
The quest for power has triggered a gale of defections that has seen some chieftains of the opposition political parties moving in their numbers to the ruling All Progressives Congress
A chieftain of the People's Democratic Party (PDP) in Ogun State, Segun Sowunmi, has attributed the widespread opposition to President Bola Tinubu’s tax reform bills to a perceived ethnic imbalance
...I never called for Akume's sack, says Governor Tension is reportedly brewing within the factions of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Benue State as the Comrade Austin Agada-led faction
The former Managing Director of National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA), Dr George Moghalu, on Sunday, said that if elected as Anambra State Governor in 2025, he will tackle insecurity and
The National Youth Leader of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), Dayo Israel, was recognised for his exemplary leadership and contributions to youth empowerment at the 7th annual conference of
The Deputy National Youth Leader of the People's Democratic Party (PDP), Timothy Osadolor, has questioned the silence of President Bola Tinubu and the National Assembly following the freezing of the
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Five In Court Over Alleged Theft In Ogun
Five men, on Monday, stood before an Ota Magistrates’ Court in Ogun State for allegedly stealing a truckload of Milo products worth N25 million. New Telegraph gathered that the defendants, Temidire Ramon, 35, Aminu Yusuf,
Regina Daniels Bags Bachelor’s Degree In Psychology
Nollywood actress, Regina Daniels, has achieved a remarkable educational milestone, as she bags a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology at CHAL CO ESTADO DE MEXICO. Regina Daniels who made this known
Funke Akindele Premieres ‘Everybody Loves Jenifa’ Sunday
Nollywood actress, Funke Akindele, has once again made waves at the premiere of her movie, “Everybody Loves Jennifer”, which has dominated her social media presence. New Telegraph reports that Funke
They Used Me For Clout, Dumped Me – Olajumoke
The former bread seller, Olajumoke Orisaguna, who went viral in 2019 after being discovered during a photoshoot by TY Bello, has opened up about her struggles and alleged exploitation by
Diddy, Jay-Z Accused Of Raping 13-Year-Old Girl
American musician and producer, Shawn Carter, better known as Jay-Z has been accused of raping a 13-year-old with hip-hop star, Sean Combs in the year 2000 in a lawsuit submitted
Jay Z Denies Accusation Of Raping A Minor
American rapper, businessman and record executive, Shawn Corey Carter, better known as Jay-Z has vehemently denied allegations of raping a 13-year-old girl alongside fellow hip-hop icon, Sean “Diddy” Combs at
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FA To Investigate Object-Throwing By Tottenham Fans During Chelsea Game
The Football Association (FA), has opened an investigation into the behaviour of Tottenham Hotspur fans during their 4-3 defeat to Chelsea in the Premier League on Sunday. The club’s supporters could be seen throwing objects
