AAU-ASUU Chairman says allegations of sexual harassment is blackmail
BENIN—THE embattled Chairman of Academic Staff Union of Universities, ASUU, Ambrose Alli University, AAU, Ekpoma branch, Dr. Monday Igbafe, has described his suspension by authorities of the institution on alleged sexual harassment and sex-for-marks as unfounded and an attempt to wake up a “dead horse.”
2 dead, 4 injured, others missing as herdsmen invade Delta community
KWALE—TWO farmers have been found dead and four others severely wounded at Ndemili, Ndokwa West Local Government Area, Delta State, following the invasion of the community’s farmlands by rampaging herdsmen.
Don’t be partisan, Acting CJN warns election tribunal judges
THE Acting Chief Justice of Nigeria, CJN, Justice Tanko Muhammad, yesterday, warned judges that will handle election petition cases to avoid any form of partisanship.
Isaac Odoom unveils 2019 Adweno collection
In a spectacular display of vibrant hues and dynamic patterns, Isaac Odoom, the acclaimed Creative Director of Isaam Couture, has officially released the brand’s 2019 collection. Dubbed the “Adweno Collection,” this series is a celebration of color, youth, and the unapologetic vivacity of university fashion.
Nigeria’s presidential candidates almost size of Zambian Parliament, says Banda
ABUJA: A former President of Zambia, Rupia Banda has expressed shock at the number of candidates for Saturday’s Presidential election in Nigeria, saying the figure of 73 candidates nears the total number of the Zambian Parliament.
Clinton: I wish Nigeria well
Former United States President Bill Clinton has wished Nigeria well ahead of tomorrow’s presidential and National Assembly elections.
3,187,988 people eligible to vote in Katsina – REC
KATSINA – The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, Resident Electoral Commissioner of Katsina State, Jibril Ibrahim Zarewa, said 3,187,988 Permanent Voters Card, PVCs were distributed in the state.
Any hope for Nigeria’s 2019 budget as oil price hits $64.56 per barrel
FOR the first time in 2019, the oil price yesterday rose from $62.00 to $64.56 per barrel in the international market, indicating $4.56 in excess of Nigeria’s $60.00 budget benchmark.
Italy tells France the truth, but Africa isn’t listening
IN the continuous European game of shifting blames over rescuing African migrants floating in European waters, angry Italy lashed out at self-righteous France. Mr. Luigi Di Maio, the Italian Deputy Prime Minister said: “France is one of those countries that by printing money for 14 African states prevents their economic development and contributes to the fact that the refugees leave and then die in the sea or arrive on our coasts.”
Prices of kerosene, diesel rise in January
The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), yesterday, said the average prices paid by consumers for kerosene and diesel increased in January 2019.
Shettima condoles with families killed in Boko Haram attack
Governor Kashim Shettima of Borno State, yesterday, reacted to the ambush on his campaign convoy by suspected Boko Haram insurgents, extending his condolences to families of those killed in the attack.
