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Coronavirus…How Buhari’s Presidency is Addressing the Pandemic and Sustaining Nigerian Economy, By Garba Shehu

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Nigeria, like every other country around the world, is dealing with the unexpected and unprecedented impact of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. The Muhammadu Buhari administration has taken some steps to mitigate the effects on the Nigerian people. To prevent the spread of cases imported into Nigeria, the President has already ordered the restrictions of travel from 13 countries, each with more than 1,000 confirmed cases of COVID-19. Government has also suspended visas issued to nationals of these countries. The restriction will take effect from March 20 and will remain until…

FRIDAY SERMON: What Is Obligatory Upon Us Concerning Covid-19 (Corona Virus) By Imam Murtadha Gusau

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In the name of Allah, Most Merciful, Bestower of Mercy All praise is due to Allah, Lord of all creation. May the peace and blessings of Allah be upon the Messenger, his family, his Companions and those who follow him till the Hour is established. Respected servants of Allah, during these days, many people are speaking about Corona Virus, the disease that has caused them to be fearful, fearful of its propagation as well as being afflicted with it. There are those who speak about it in jest, there are…

FROM DEATH SENTENCE TO FREEDOM: A CASE OF IBRAHIM IBRAHIM IN SAUDI ARABIA By Maryam Kehinde Abdulazeez

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“If I knew, I wouldn’t have travelled”, was a regrettable statement from Malam Ibrahim Ibrahim. Malam Ibrahim Ibrahim, a cleric and an indigene of Zamfara State travelled to Saudi Arabia in March 2017 for lesser Hajj also known as Umrah. Ibrahim never knew what will become of his fate as he left Nigeria for Saudi Arabia. Upon arrival at King Abdulazeez International Airport, Jeddah, Ibrahim was held and charged for alleged drug trafficking by Saudi Arabia security operatives. He was not only surprised but shocked for such an arrest which…

Opposition jittery as Ede stood still for Oyetola By Ismail Omipidan

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Promise they say, is like a baby; easy to make but difficult to deliver. But with Governor Adegboyega Oyetola, the story is different. He has delivered on the promises he made to the people of Ede, country home of his main challenger in the 2018 governorship poll, in less than two years of his assumption of office as Governor of the State. He was there today, Wednesday, March 11, to inspect ongoing roads rehabilitation/construction in the area.   This is surely a sign of good things to come for the…

Re-thinking Nigeria for future development, by Kayode Fayemi

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Distinguished ladies and gentlemen, let me start by expressing my profound gratitude to the Governing Council and Management of this institution for extending this invitation to me. For me, returning to Ondo Town is always a delight, as it provides an opportunity to reminisce on a very important epoch in my personal odyssey. It was in this ancient and historic town as a young man who was still trying to find his place in the universe, that I attended the Federal School of Arts and Sciences and earned my Higher…

INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY: So Far, Thus Far

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March 8th every year is celebrated as the International Women’s Day declared by the United Nations. Nigerian Women also joined their counterparts all over the world for the celebration. To mark this year’s celebration which coincides with the 25th anniversary of the Beijing Women conference in China, attention will focus on the review and appraisal of the implementation of the Beijing declaration. The Ministry of Women Affairs in collaboration with United Nations Population Fund(UNFPA), UN Women, and Mercy Corps organized a one day symposium in commemoration of the 2020 International…

Senate President felicitates with VP Osinbajo @63

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President of the Senate, Ahmad Lawan, has felicitated with the Vice President, Professor Yemi Osinbajo, as he marked his 63rd birthday on Sunday March 8, 2020. Lawan noted the many outstanding achievements of Osinbajo as an erudite lawyer, distinguished scholar, revered clergyman and political leader. “The Vice President has shown exceptional loyalty in government and dedication to his duties. “Professor Osinbajo has brought his diverse experiences to bear on his role in government and demonstrated that one can actively participate in politics at the highest levels and yet maintain personal…

All Hail Our Information Commissioner By Ismail Omipidan

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When people encounter you, treat them in such a way that they would want a repeat of the experience. This was the treatment I got when I first met her in 1997, at The Punch, in Lagos. I was an Intern from Kaduna Polytechnic. I call her Aunty Funke, others call her Mrs. Egbemode. By 2008, she became my boss, as Editor, Sunday Sun. But she never treated me like a subordinate. She refused to behave like your typical woman leader in charge of men affairs. She courteously sends one…

IMPROVING NIGERIA’S ECONOMY – CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES …THE OYO STATE JOURNEY BY GOVERNOR SEYI MAKINDE

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I feel privileged to be here today to speak with you on the opportunities that are opening up in Oyo State, and how you can overcome some of the challenges that will present themselves as you access these opportunities. Let me mention that I am here alongside the Oyo State Commissioner for Energy and Mineral Resources, Temilolu Seun Ashamu; the Executive Adviser on Agribusiness in Oyo State, Dr Debo Akande; the Director General Oyo State Investment Agency, Hon Segun Ogunwuyi, the Director General, Oyo State Solid Minerals Development Agency, Biodun…

DIASPORA: ROADS WITHOUT BORDERS By: Deborah Tochukwu Anaelechi

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One will agree that the major challenge when faced with change is adaptability. Likewise, the transition of going abroad for a first-time Nigerian traveller comes with mixed reactions. Thoughts on new neighbourhood, cuisine, culture shock, host people, time frame, language, so on, will be of concern as he begins to start the familiar, yet, foreign phase all over again to be acquainted with the new environment. One of such phases, which can be daunting, is driving a vehicle when outside Nigeria. No matter how apt your driving skills are back…