National Telescope national telescope newspaper

October, 2024

• 15 October

  I Won’t Establish Church After Winners Retirement – Bishop Aremu

  

  By Odekola Deborah Bishop Thomas Aremu, Vice President of the Living Faith Church Worldwide (Winners Chapel), has made it clear that he has no intention of starting his own church after retirement. Instead, he plans to stay with the ministry that has profoundly influenced his life for over 40 years. …

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• 15 October

  French Language important to Nigeria, Says UI Vice-Chancellor

  

  By Deborah Odekola The Vice-Chancellor of the University of Ibadan, Professor Kayode O. Adebowale, has emphasized the vital role of bilingualism, particularly in French, for enhancing job prospects, research development, and collaborative efforts. In a statement by the institutions Directorate of Communication, the VC stated this while speaking during a …

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• 15 October

  UI Advocates Staff Training in Firms for Efficiency

  

  The University of Ibadan is emphasizing the importance of staff training for organizational efficiency, as highlighted by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Administration, Professor Peter O. Olapegba. He stressed that the quality of an organisation is directly tied to the expertise of its staff, which is why the university is committed to …

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• 14 October

  National Grid Collapses again

  

  By Olakunle Oyedunmola | The national grid has collapsed once again, marking the sixth grid failure in Nigeria this year, National Telescope has learned. This ongoing challenge has sparked outrage and concern among Nigerians, who rely heavily on the national grid for electricity supply. The collapse, which occurred at 18:48 …

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• 14 October

  Gov Yusuf Named NUJ Grandpatron, Lauded for Transforming Health, Education Sectors

  

  Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has been recognised for his significant contributions to health and education as he was conferred with the title of Grand Patron of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ). The honour was bestowed by the National President of the NUJ, Comrade Chris Isiguzo, during …

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• 14 October

  Super Eagles Safely Back in Nigeria After 15-Hour Ordeal in Libya

  

  The Nigerian Super Eagles have returned to Nigeria after being stranded for over 15 hours at Al-Abraq Airport in Libya, following their African Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers match against the Mediterranean Knights. The team landed safely in Kano, where they expressed relief and frustration after enduring what they described …

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• 14 October

  Petroleum Ministry, FRSC Strengthen Partnership for Safer Roads

  

  The Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Senator Heineken Lokpobiri, has emphasised his commitment to improving road safety, particularly in the transportation of petroleum products, through a partnership with the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC). Speaking during a courtesy visit by the FRSC Corps Marshal, Shehu Mohammed, Lokpobiri expressed his …

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• 14 October

  Abure’s leadership not legitimate, says Kenneth Okonkwo

  

  Nigerian actor and lawyer, Kenneth Okonkwo, has alleged that the All Progressives Congress (APC) will select the Labour Party’s (LP) presidential candidate in 2027 if Julius Abure remains as National Chairman. Okonkwo, who served as LP’s presidential campaign spokesperson in the 2023 elections, stated on Arise Television’s “Prime Time” programme …

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• 14 October

  Oyo emerges NBS most employment friendly state – NBS

  

  The Nigeria Bureau of Statistics, NBS, has announced Oyo State as the most employment friendly State in the Southern part of Nigeria. In a statement made by the Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Prince Dotun Oyelade, NBS, a Federal Government Agency made this declaration in the latest employment statistics published …

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• 14 October

  Gunmen Shoot 22-Year-Old in Delta

  

  By Chuks Peter, DELTA A 22-year-old man, Goodluck Joe, was shot and seriously injured by suspected armed robbers on Friday night in Mosogar Community, Ethiope-West Local Government Area of Delta State. The incident occurred around 9:37 pm along Otubu Church road as the victim was on his way home. According …

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• 14 October

  Samson Dauda Becomes the First Nigerian to Win the Mr. Olympia Title

  

   Nigerian-born bodybuilder Samson Dauda has made history as the first Nigerian to win the prestigious Mr. Olympia bodybuilding competition. Dauda, who now resides in the United Kingdom, clinched the 2024 title over the weekend at the Las Vegas Convention Center, Nevada, USA. This remarkable achievement places Dauda at the top of the …

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• 14 October

  Ondo: PVC Collection Begins Thursday – INEC

  

  As the Ondo State governorship election approaches, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced that the collection of Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) for registered voters will begin on Thursday, October 17, 2024. In a statement issued on Monday, INEC’s National Commissioner and Chairman of the Information and Voter Education Committee, …

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• 14 October

  Six Dead, Five Injured in Multiple Crashes in Ibadan

  

   Tragedy struck in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, on Monday morning when six people lost their lives and five others sustained injuries in a multiple road accident at Oke Eleshin, Amuloko on Akanran Road, Ona Ara Local Government Area. The horrific accident involved a trailer carrying tiles and a truck loaded …

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• 14 October

  Wike, Fubara feud ‘beyond reconciliation’ says Fayose

  

   Former Ekiti State governor, Ayodele Fayose, has stated that the rift between Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), and Siminalayi Fubara, the governor of Rivers State, has escalated to a point where reconciliation is no longer possible. Wike and Fubara have been locked in a fierce struggle …

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• 14 October

  How Kidnappers Killed Delta DPO During Operation

  

   A fresh wave of insecurity hit Delta State as the newly appointed Divisional Police Officer (DPO) of Agbarho Division, CSP Jega, was killed by suspected kidnappers during a rescue mission. The tragic incident happened around 1 am on Monday, barely two days after CSP Jega resumed duty at the Agbarho Divisional …

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• 14 October

  N /Delta Activist Urges Tinubu to Safeguard Nigeria’s Judiciary

  

  ….Says Judges Use Technicalities to Politically Influence Cases -Sheriff Mulade By Chuks Peter, DELTA A Niger Delta activist and human rights advocate, Comrade Mulade Sheriff, has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to take urgent steps to protect the independence and integrity of Nigeria’s judiciary.  According to Mulade, the judiciary …

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• 14 October

  Libya Denies Sabotage, Blames Logistics for Super Eagles’ Airport Delay

  

   By Alimi Micheal, KWARA| The Libyan Football Federation (LFF) has responded to the controversy surrounding the Nigerian Super Eagles’ delay at Al Abraq International Airport, attributing the incident to routine logistical and air traffic challenges rather than any form of sabotage. In a statement released on Monday via X, the LFF clarified …

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• 14 October

  “We Will Not Play This Game,” Says Ekong as Nigerian Team Stranded for 12 Hours in Libya

  

   By Alimi Micheal, KWARA| Nigeria’s Super Eagles have announced they will boycott their Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier against Libya, originally scheduled for Tuesday, after being stranded at a Libyan airport for over 12 hours.  The team, along with their officials, flew out of Nigeria on Sunday night but found …

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• 13 October

  Kwara Police, Stakeholders Collaborate to Boost Security

  

  By Olakunle Oyedunmola | Kwara state commissioner of police (CP) Victor Olaiya, psc(+), and other stakeholders in the state held a high-level security meeting on October 11, 2024, in a bid to strengthen security in Kwara State. The meeting, which took place at the Police Officers Mess in GRA, Ilorin, …

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• 13 October

  Buhari Mourns With Mele Kyari Over Daughter’s Untimely Death

  

  Former President Muhammadu Buhari has conveyed his deep sorrow over the death of Fatima Kyari, the 25-year-old daughter of Mele Kyari, the Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL). In a heartfelt condolence message, Buhari expressed his shock and profound sadness at the young …

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• 13 October

  Ogun APC Councilorship Candidate, Adeleke, Assassinated in Broad Daylight

  

  Adeyinka Adeleke, a councilorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ogun State, was brutally murdered on Saturday afternoon in the Jide Jones area of Abeokuta South Local Government. Adeleke, who was contesting for the position of councilor in Ward 15 ahead of the November 16 local government elections, …

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• 13 October

  Isaac Fayose Declares self PDP National Chairman, Suspends Atiku, Wike, others

  

  The ongoing crisis within the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) took an unexpected turn when Isaac Fayose, the brother of former Ekiti State Governor Ayo Fayose, declared himself the new National Chairman of the party. In a surprising announcement, Isaac Fayose declared the suspension of prominent party figures from both major …

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• 12 October

  Defected Lawmakers’ Seats Remain Vacant – Rivers Govt

  

  By Paulinus Nta, A’IBOM The Rivers State Government has clarified that the recent Court of Appeal judgment in Abuja did not reinstate the Martin Amaewhule-led faction of the State House of Assembly, dismissing claims that they remain members of the Assembly. In a statement issued on Thursday by the State …

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• 12 October

  Court Voids Rivers’ 2024 Budget, Affirms Wike’s Lawmakers, Speaker

  

  By Paulinus Nta, A’IBOM A three-judge panel of the Court of Appeal ruled in favour of FCT minister Nyesom Wike-backed state lawmakers on Thursday. The Court of Appeal in Abuja on Thursday affirmed a lower court’s decision nullifying the Rivers State’s 2024 budget signed into law and being operated by …

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• 12 October

  AFCON Qualifiers: Dele-Bashiru’s Late Goal Secures Nigeria’s Victory Over Libya

  

    By Alimi Micheal, KWARA| The Super Eagles of Nigeria clinched a crucial 1-0 win against Libya in the AFCON 2025 qualifier, thanks to a late strike by substitute Fisayo Dele-Bashiru. The dramatic game, held on Friday evening in Uyo, the capital of Akwa Ibom State, saw Nigeria struggling to break …

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• 12 October

  Tinubu Departs UK for Paris, France

  

   President Bola Tinubu has left the United Kingdom for Paris, France, where he is expected to attend an “important engagement.” This was confirmed by the President’s Senior Special Assistant on Political and Other Matters, Ibrahim Masari, on his official X handle, @KabirIbrah64, on Friday. Masari posted, “Today, I had the honor of …

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• 12 October

  FCT CP Visits Bwari Communities, Pledges Improved Security

  

   The newly appointed Commissioner of Police for the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Tunji Disu, has assured residents of volatile communities within the Bwari Area Council of heightened security efforts. This assurance came during his visit to various communities in the Ushafa area of the FCT, which has recently become notorious for …

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• 12 October

  Zamfara’s safety lies in God’s hands, says Governor Lawal

  

   Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has emphasized that despite his administration’s continued efforts to combat the insecurity plaguing the state, the ultimate fate of its people rests in God’s hands. Lawal made this remark following his meeting with Vice President Kashim Shettima at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. “We are doing the …

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• 12 October

  Make Agricultural Studies Mandatory in Schools, Senate Tells FG

  

   By Alimi Micheal, KWARA| The Chairman of the Senate Committee on Agriculture and Rural Development, Senator Saliu Mustapha, has called on the Federal Government to make agricultural education compulsory in secondary schools across Nigeria. Speaking at a public lecture organized by the Department of Agricultural Extension and Rural Development at the University …

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• 7 October

  Akpabio Expresses Outrage as PDP Sweeps A’Ibom LG Elections

  

  By Paulinus Nta A’IBOM Amid opposition protests, particularly from Senate President Godswill Akpabio, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) secured a dominant victory in the Akwa Ibom State local government elections, winning 30 of the 31 councils. The results were declared by the Chairman of the Akwa Ibom State Independent Electoral …

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