Banditry: Gumi Reacts To FG’s Threat To Sanction BBC, Trust TV

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Sheikh Gumi has reacted to a threat issued by the Federal Government to sanction the BBC and Trust TV, a subsidiary of Daily Trust newspapers, for allegedly glorifying banditry.   EKO HOT BLOG reports that renowned Islamic scholar, Sheikh Ahmad Gumi, has condemned the Federal Government over its threat to sanction media outlets for their … Read more

BREAKING: Lai Mohammed Reacts To Buhari’s Impeachment Threat By Opposition Senators

Lai Mohammed Reacts To Buhari’s Impeachment Threat By Opposition Senators. Lai Mohammed says the Government is working to bring the situation under control… EDITOR’S PICK JUST IN: Lawmakers Move To Impeach Buhari Over Worsening Insecurity BREAKING: NLC Issues Fresh Ultimatum To FG Over ASUU Strike BREAKING: Train Victims’ Families Stage Protest At Transport Ministry, Bar … Read more

Power Outage Imminent As Electricity Workers Join NLC Protest Over ASUU Strike

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The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) will embark on a nationwide protest in support of ASUU on July 26 and 27 Information Minister, Lai Mohammed suggested it was high time the actions of labour were interrogated EDITOR’S PICK Again, PDP Accuses Tinubu Of Trying To Subvert Osun Guber Election Reps Approve Extension Of UTME Result Lifespan … Read more

ASUU Strike: We Have A Right To Protest – NLC Replies Lai Mohammed

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Wabba said the proposed march is not a solidarity protest, adding that the NLC is directly involved in the current dispute in the nation’s university system He emphasized that all peaceful assembly are lawful and does not require any permission under the law EDITOR’S PICK INEC Declares PDP’s Adeleke Osun Gov-Elect Yemi Osinbajo Undergoes Leg … Read more

Angry Nigerians Blast Lai Mohammed For Linking Peter Obi To EndSARS Protest

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Angry Nigerians Blast Lai Mohammed For Linking Peter Obi To EndSARS Protest Mohammed was said to have claimed that most of the young men and women that were at the forefront of the EndSARS Movement are those currently campaigning for Peter Obi EDITOR’S PICK:  IGP Orders Investigation Into Portable’s Claim Of Forming Notorious Gangs Akeredolu … Read more

BREAKING: ‘Don’t Repeat It Again’, ECOWAS Court Faults Buhari’s Govt, Declares Twitter Ban Unlawful

‘Don’t Repeat It Again’, ECOWAS Court Faults Buhari’s Govt, Declares Twitter Ban Unlawful. The development is coming following a suit by Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) and 176 concerned Nigerians… EDITOR’S PICK Obi Reacts To Tinubu’s Labourers’ Comment, Says ‘There’s Dignity In Labour’ BREAKING: IGP Bans Use Of Spy Number Plates Nationwide [See Why] … Read more

Why Fuel Subsidy Cannot Be Removed Now – Lai Mohammed

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The Federal Government shelved plans to abolish fuel subsidies earlier this year, a move that raised concerns with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) The Minister believes that a new industry law that allocates money to oil-producing communities would stop attacks EDITOR’S PICK Firm Announces Annual Tonnes Of Plastic Waste Generated In Lagos LASG Partners ELCA … Read more

FG Responds To US Senator’s Alleged Persecution Of Christians

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Mohammed noted that the Constitution of Nigeria guarantees the right of anybody, including Christians, to practice his or her own faith without molestation According to the minister, the only known group that target Christians was the Islamic State’s West Africa Province (ISWAP) EDITOR’S PICK: NollyWood Actress Jenifa, Husband JJC Skillz Marriage Crashes Trouble As Gateman … Read more

Germany Signs Agreement To Return Looted Benin Bronze Artefacts To Nigeria

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The first two artworks — the head of a king and a plaque depicting three warriors — were on Friday handed over to representatives from Nigeria  Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock and Culture Minister Claudia Roth signed the deal with their Nigerian counterparts in Berlin EDITOR’S PICK Ohanaeze Reveals Why Nnamdi Kanu Was Denied Bail Drama … Read more

Strike: ASUU Renegotiation Very Complex – Lai Mohammed Reacts

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ASUU embarked on its latest nationwide strike over issues bothering the adoption of the IPPIS, non-payment of salaries and allowances, and poor funding…  He said that in spite of the complexities, a lot is being done behind the scene to resolve the issues EDITOR’S PICK Lagos TESCOM Set To Conduct Promotion Exercise For Education Officers … Read more

BREAKING: Buhari Gives Ministers With Political Ambitions Ultimatum To Resign

Buhari Gives Ministers With Political Ambitions Ultimatum To Resign. The Minister of information and Culture, Lai Mohammed, disclosed this on Wednesday after the Federal Executive Council meeting. EDITOR’S PICK ‘I’m Forced To Pay DSTV Bills For My Fellow Inmates’ — Abba Kyari Cries Out From Prison 2023: 5 Things I Will Do As President Of … Read more

FG Renames National Theatre In Lagos

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The Federal Government says the National Theatre in Iganmu, Lagos, which is under renovation, will be known as Lagos Creative and Entertainment Centre, upon completion Lai Mohammed made this announcement at Madrid, Spain EDITOR’S PICK BREAKING: IPOB Places Bounty On Fake ESN, Reveals Gunmen Sponsors In South East APC Ticket: Tinubu, Amaechi At War Over … Read more

FG To Uncover Those Behind Abuja-Kaduna Train Attack — Gen Magashi

FG To Uncover Those Behind Abuja-Kaduna Train Attack — Gen Magashi. The government faulted the unfortunate incident on what it described as an unholy handshake between Boko Haram and bandits operating within the area. EDITOR’S PICK Osinachi Nwachukwu: Viral Video Of Husband Beating Her Breaks Internet – What We Know JUST IN: Chaos, 3 Killed … Read more

Train Attack: Buhari Govt Not Overwhelmed By Insecurity – Lai Replies OBJ

Buhari Govt Not Overwhelmed By Insecurity – Lai Mohammed Replies OBJ Obasanjo had on saturday said the various security challenges in the country have overwhelmed the Buhari government, adding that citizens are not safe to travel by road, airport and train. EDITOR’S PICK: Train Attack: We Will Rescue All Missing Passengers–NRC Vows Abuja-Kaduna Train Attack: … Read more

Obasanjo, Adeboye Right About Killings, 2023 Elections – PDP

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The PDP spokesman said Pastor Adeboye was right to say he could not foresee any election just yet…  Ologunagba also asked Nigerians not to be deceived by Lai Mohammed whom he said downplayed the security situation last week… EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has backed a former President of Nigeria, … Read more

JUST IN: Buhari Approves New NBC Board [Full List]

President Buhari has approved the new NBC Board with Bashir Bolarinwa as the Chairman. The minister of Information Hinted that members of the board represent various interests as stipulated by the NBC Act. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Muhammadu Buhari, Wednesday, approved the reconstitution of the Governing Board of the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC), … Read more

Movies On Ritual killings: Nollywood Fires Back At FG

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Nollywood has fired back at the federal government over its stance on banning Nollywood movies. Practitioners in the Nigerian movie industry have expressed discontent with the Federal Government’s recent directive urging them to do away with money ritual contents in their movies. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed, … Read more

Money Ritual: FG To Enforce New Law To Ban Nollywood Movies

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The federal government and the film censors board have reiterated their commitment to halt the trend of money ritual content in the Nigerian movie industry. The government has directed filmmakers to drop money ritual content from their movies.   EKO HOT LOG reports that the Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed confirmed the new move … Read more

Declaring Bandits As Terrorists Has Boosted Fight Against Insecurity – FG

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…the designation had made possible, the use of excessive force…  EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Federal Government has said the designation of bandits as terrorist has aided the fight against insecurity. The Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed, said this when he visited Daily Trust office in Abuja. He said the designation had … Read more