Author: Oghenekevwe Uchechukwu
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Near air carsh incident: Gov. Adeleke suspects engine tampering
The Osun State Government has officially confirmed an aircraft incident involving Governor Ademola Adeleke, alleging possible tampering with both engines of the aircraft prior to boarding. The Leadership exclusively reported that on September 5, 2023, an aircraft incident at Murtala Mohammed International Airport (MMIA) in Lagos averted what could have been a national tragedy. The…
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Delta rep. bolsters investor ties for youth empowerment
The Member of the House of Representatives representing Ndokwa/Ukwuani Federal Constituency Nnamdi Eziechi, has reiterated his commitment to fostering strong partnerships between investors and the Delta State government. During a visit to Asaba by investor teams, he assured them of the state government’s dedication to generating employment opportunities for the youth, adding that Delta State…
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Heavy downpour submerges homes, streets in Lagos
A heavy downpour on Saturday has wreaked havoc across various parts of Lagos state, with several homes and cars submerged and properties worth millions of naira destroyed. Areas particularly affected include Agege, Ajegunle, Egbeda, Ikotun, Ojo and Orile, where floodwaters covered most drainage channels and surged through streets, highways and residences. A viral video showed…
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Tinubu set to depart Nigeria for UNGA78 summit
Nigeria’s President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, is set to depart for New York, United States, on Sunday to attend the Annual Meeting of World Leaders at the United Nations General Assembly, UNGA78. The theme for the 78th session, “Rebuilding Trust and Reigniting Global Solidarity: Accelerating Action on the 2030 Agenda and its Sustainable Development Goals towards…
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Chicago University confirms Tinubu’s attendance, degrees of controversy
The Chicago State University (CSU) has been embroiled in a controversy involving the Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu, and his academic records, which have come under intense scrutiny following his election earlier this year. President Tinubu’s academic records became a contentious issue in the months leading up to the February election and the authenticity of his…
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Libya massive floods leave over 5000 persons dead, thousands missing
The Libyan city of Derna is reeling from the aftermath of catastrophic floods that have claimed more than 5,300 lives and left at least 10,000 people missing, according to local authorities. Triggered by a massive Mediterranean storm known as Storm Daniel, the deadly floods reduced entire neighborhoods to rubble, with buildings swept away, cars flipped…
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Fact-Check: Is CBN initiating Naira redenomination that would make $1USD exchange for N1.25?
A viral message suggests that the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), under the directive of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, plans to re-denominate the Naira by removing two zeroes or shifting two decimal points, accompanied by a transition period during which both old and new Naira would coexist. How true is this claim? In 2008, the…
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NURTW faction clash in Abuja claims two lives
A clash between two factions of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) at its Abuja headquarters on Tuesday, tragically resulted in two fatalities, according to local sources. According to information gleaned from union officials, one of the victims hails from the Nasarawa state chapter, while the identity of the other remains unconfirmed. The…
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9/11: Honouring victims 22 years later, including Godwin Ajala
The United States is marking the 22nd anniversary of the tragic terrorist attacks that occurred on September 11, 2001. On every anniversary, the names of the victims who died in the Trade Centers are read aloud and services are also held at the Pentagon and near Shanksville, Pennsylvania, the site of the fourth plane crash.…
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Pa Akintola Williams: A legacy of excellence and leadership
Pa Akintola Williams, born on August 9, 1919, in Lagos, Nigeria, is a name that resonates with excellence, leadership, and pioneering achievements in the fields of finance and accountancy. Akintola Williams who died today at the age of 104 years, hailed from the illustrious Williams family of Lagos, known for its commitment to education and…