The House of Representatives has expressed concern over unethical conduct of one of its member, Hon. Alex Ikwechegh. Ikwechegh who is representing Aba North and South Federal Constituency in the was seen in a video for assaulting a bolt driver and boasting that he would ensure he disappeared without any trace. However, the spokesperson of the House, Hon. Akin Rotimi in a statement issued yesterday said the Green Chamber was monitoring the reports in the media. He said the Green Chamber was monitoring media reports concerning the incident Ikwechegh. Rotimi stressed that these reports, which have garnered widespread media coverage…
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President Bola Tinubu on Monday in Abuja unveiled a comprehensive four-year strategic plan aimed at transforming the National Lottery Trust Fund (NLTF) operations. The President, who was represented by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume said the four-year strategic plan has potential to enhance the federal government’s outreach to marginalised communities. He said: “This move is part of President Tinubu’s efforts to drive economic transformation, ensure security, enhance food production, and improve social services. “Through the National Lottery Trust Fund, the president believes that help will reach many Nigerians, providing support to vulnerable individuals and…
The Amnesty International (AI) on Monday hinted that between January 2012 to August 2023, a span of 11 years, it has recorded at least 555 victims of mob violence from 363 documented incidents in Nigeria. It added that the incidents are characterised by killings, torture and other ill-treatment, adding that, the victims of the cases detailed in briefing between us 2019 and 2022 alone, totalled 279 cases and 391 casualties recorded. The Country Director, AI-Nigeria, Isa Sanusi, while presenting the report in Abuja titled: ‘Instantly Killed: How Law Enforcement Failures Exacerbate Nigeria’s Wave of Mob Violence’, said that incidents of…
The All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) has berated the lawmaker representing Aba North and South Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. Alex Ikwechegh for assaulting a bolt driver. TheHintsNews reports that Ikwechegh was seen in a video for assaulting a bolt driver that was hired by a vendor to deliver food at his Maitama residence in Abuja. However, the National Publicity Secretary, APGA, Ejimofor Opara in a statement issued Monday described his behaviour as unacceptable. He said: “The attention of our great party, the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) has been drawn to a viral video of alleged…
Manchester United have sacked Erik TenHag following a poor run of results. Ten Hag was appointed in April 2022 and led the club to two domestic trophies, winning the Carabao Cup in 2023 and the FA Cup in 2024. The statement from the club reads: “We are grateful to Erik for everything he has done during his time with us and wish him well for the future. “Ruud van Nistelrooy will take charge of the team as interim head coach, supported by the current coaching team, whilst a permanent head coach is recruited.”
Experts will this week in Abuja gather to proffer lasting solutions to the lingering issue of transportation of Livestock across the country. Leading the pack will be the Minister of Transportation Sen. Said Alkali and that of Agriculture and Rural Development Sen. Abubakar Kyari, who are among the dignitaries expected to speak at a two-Day national conference organised by the Nigerian Institute of Transport Technology (NITT). In statement issued on Sunday by NITT Director of Transport Research and Intelligence and Chairman of the Conference Organising Committee, Dr. Baba Mundi said the conference would serve as an avenue for stakeholders to…
The Nigerian Supreme Council for Ecclesiastical Affairs (NSCEA) has disowned Dr. Abel Damina, saying he is no more a representative of Christianity in Nigeria. It said that it cannot continue to ignore the alarming rate of theological errors and heresies in the preaching of Damina which is going viral on social media as hate speech and cyber crime against the Christian faith. It added that his interpretations in most cases are also subjective to undermine the authority of scripture and compromise the deity of Christ. The concerns raised by NSCEA was contained in an open letter titled, “Caution Against Fallacious…
Vice President Kashim Shettima has praised Air Peace’s resilience and leadership in the Nigerian aviation industry during its 10th-anniversary celebration at Eko Hotel & Suites. Shettima who was represented by the Minister of Transportation, Senator Said Alkali highlighted Air Peace’s contribution to Nigeria’s national pride, connecting cities and international destinations. The Vice President acknowledged the challenges faced by the aviation industry globally but commended Air Peace’s exceptional resilience. He assured the airline of the government’s support in creating a pro-business environment.s Shettima said: “I am sure everyone here would agree with me that, in the aviation sector, a decade is…
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has awarded three goals to the Super Eagles of Nigeria following the conclusion of its investigation on the abandoned African Cup of Nations qualifier match with Libya. TheHintsNews reports that the AFCON qualifying match between Libya and Nigeria wad abandoned aftwr the Super Eagles were held hostage by the Libyan authorities. The African football governing body said Libya Football Federation breached Article 31 of the AfricanCup of Nations Regulations as well as Articles 82 and 151 of the CAF Disciplinary Code. To this end, CAF awarded the match to Nigeria with three points and…
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has said there is no deadline to the circulation of old Naira Notes. Its Ag. Director, Corporate Communications, Sidi Hakama in a statement issued Thursday said for the avoidance of doubt, the order of the Supreme Court of Nigeria on Wednesday, November 29, 2023, granting the prayer of the Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice to extend the use of old Naira banknotes ad infinitum, subsists. She added that the CBN’s directive to all its branches to continue to issue and accept all denominations of Nigerian banknotes, old and re-designed, to and…