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The Norwegian government has called for greater investment in waste-to-wealth initiatives and clean energy solutions in Nigeria…

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Under the new measures, all church services, meetings, programmes and activities at every level of the ministry are to be

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A group of traditional religious adherents in Abeokuta, Ogun State, has embarked on a series of spiritual exercises, seeking divine intervention for the safe release of more than 40 pupils and teachers abducted from three schools in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State nearly three weeks ago.

The spiritual exercise was led by Dr Omolara Fashola-MacGregor, wife of the Olu of Orile-Ilawo, Oba (Prof.) Alexander Olusegun MacGregor, alongside other traditional worshippers who visited several sacred sites in Abeokuta, including the famous Olumo Rock, to offer prayers and invoke ancestral deities on behalf of the victims.

The gathering, held at an ancestral shrine in the Ogun State capital, was marked by expressions of grief and concern over the attack on the schools in mid-May, which resulted in the death of an assistant headmaster and the abduction of dozens of pupils and education workers.

Dressed in traditional regalia symbolising their religious beliefs, the worshippers performed a series of rites involving prayers, libations and spiritual supplications, calling for the safe return of the captives and divine judgment against those responsible for the abductions.

Speaking during the ceremony, Olori MacGregor said the spiritual intervention became necessary at a time when security challenges continue to threaten vulnerable members of society.

“The cries of these innocent school children have reached the heavens,” she said.

“We are invoking the spirit of our ancestors and the potent deities of our land to go into the deepest forests. May those who have taken these children find no sleep, no peace, and no safety until every single child and teacher is returned unharmed.

Traditional worshippers hold spiritual rites for release of abducted Oyo pupils, teachers

An expert in logistics and transportation businesses, Dr Boboye Oyeyemi, has disclosed that Nigeria has a huge market for Electric Vehicles.

He said this during an interaction with journalists, noting that investors in that sector will not regret it.

Oyeyemi, who is a former Federal Road Safety Corps Marshal, posited that Nigeria remains “one of the largest automotive markets in Africa.

He disclosed further that there are vast opportunities in the assembly, components sales, and aftermarket services in the sector.

He spoke during a conference call in Calabar about the many benefits of electric vehicles to Nigerians as well as the attendant socioeconomic impacts they could have in the country.

Oyeyemi urged the federal government to adopt a long-term auto policy that focuses on “local value creation” instead of frequent policy changes.

Remarking on the 30th Anniversary of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport, CILT, Oyeyemi urged Nigeria to stop “wasting time in the development of policy that changes with every administration, as it adds little or no value to the economy.

Oyeyemi urged the federal government to adopt a long-term auto policy for local value creation, pointing out that South Africa, Morocco, and Ethiopia have become models in the Motoring World.

He lamented that Nigeria is “still losing many lives with many families still being destroyed by crashes that could have been prevented had an auto policy been in place.

Nigeria has huge market for electric vehicles – Transport expert, Oyeyemi

The project has been a regular annual activity on the school’s roster designed to promote environmental cleanliness and community responsibility. It has continued to stand out as the most consistent private sector reinforcement of the Clean Environment Campaign of the Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC) that aims to improve the levels of citywide cleanliness in Abuja and environs.

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Former Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) deputy governorship candidate in Kano State, Dr Yusuf Bello Danbatta, has joined the All Progressives Congress (APC).

Danbatta announced his defection in a formal statement released to journalists in Kano on Friday.

Explaining his decision, he said: “I hereby formally announce my decision to join the All Progressives Congress (APC). This decision was taken after careful consideration and wide consultations with my leaders, political associates, supporters, and stakeholders.”

He added that he believes the APC offers him a better opportunity to serve the people and contribute to the development of Kano State and Nigeria.

Danbatta said he was particularly inspired by Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf’s leadership and the state government’s development agenda.

“I am convinced that the APC provides a more suitable platform for me to contribute effectively to the advancement of our people and the development of our state and the nation at large,” he stated.

The former PDP chieftain also praised what he described as the APC’s inclusive approach and commitment to improving the welfare of citizens.

He pledged to continue working for unity, peace, and sustainable development.

He also thanked PDP members and leaders for their support and cooperation over the years, expressing his readiness to work with APC members and other stakeholders for the continued development of Kano State.

Former Kano PDP deputy governorship candidate Danbatta defects to APC

Troops of Operation Enduring Peace (OEP) have rescued six travellers kidnapped in the early hours of Friday along the Hawan Kibo–Rafin Sanyin Road…

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The Asigangan of Iganganland, Oba Abdulrafiu Olaniyi Adeniyi Ariwoola (Aako II), has emphasised the need to strengthen security at the grassroots level…

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A House of Representatives aspirant under the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Ikeagwuonwu Chinedu Klinsmann, has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to declare a national emergency on insecurity.

He warned that the rise in killings, kidnappings, terrorist attacks and assaults on schools poses a serious threat to Nigeria’s stability.

In a statement issued in Awka, Anambra State, on Friday, Klinsmann said the worsening security situation across the country requires urgent and coordinated action from all levels of government.

He argued that the frequent attacks on communities, highways, farms, places of worship and educational institutions show that Nigeria is facing a national crisis rather than isolated security incidents.

“The soul of our nation bleeds. I can no longer remain silent in the face of the unrelenting assault on our people, especially our innocent children,” he said.

Klinsmann expressed particular concern over recent attacks on schools, saying the safety of children and teachers must become a top national priority.

“When children can no longer learn in safety and teachers become targets of criminal violence, then the very future of the nation is under attack. No responsible government should tolerate a situation where classrooms become theatres of fear and insecurity,” he stated.

According to him, insecurity is also hurting the economy by forcing farmers off their lands, discouraging investment, disrupting businesses and displacing families.

He said many Nigerians, especially those in rural communities, increasingly feel abandoned due to repeated attacks and what they perceive as inadequate responses from security agencies.

“This insecurity is a direct threat to Nigeria’s democracy, unity and future. It undermines the social contract between the government and the governed,” Klinsmann said.

The NDC aspirant blamed the security crisis on weak leadership, poor intelligence gathering, inadequate coordination among security agencies, corruption and insufficient use of technology.

While acknowledging the efforts of security personnel, he called for better funding, equipment and support for the military, police and other security agencies.

Klinsmann urged the federal government to immediately declare a national emergency on insecurity, strengthen intelligence networks, deploy modern surveillance technology and improve the protection of schools and vulnerable communities.

He also called for greater transparency in defence spending and advocated investment in agriculture, youth employment, skills development and social protection programmes to address the root causes of insecurity.

As a House of Representatives hopeful for Anaocha, Njikoka and Dunukofia Federal Constituency, Klinsmann pledged to support laws aimed at strengthening national security institutions and improving oversight of public spending.

He urged Nigerians to demand accountability from leaders and work together to tackle insecurity through democratic and peaceful means.

NDC House of Reps aspirant urges Tinubu to declare national emergency over insecurity

The International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) on Friday announced that the World Youth Championships will now be held in Istanbul instead of Bahrain from November 21-28.

The Bahrain Table Tennis Association chose to withdraw to prioritise the safety and well-being of all athletes, officials and delegations participating in the event as the war rages on in West Asia.

Türkiye, which is now tasked with hosting the ITTF world title event, will be doing so for the first time. The competition will bring together the world’s best junior talent across Under-19 and U-15 categories.

The Ata Sporları Merkezi, having previously hosted WTT events, has been finalised as the venue. This will also give an opportunity for Turkish organisers to test their delivery ahead of the fourth edition of the European Games in 2027.

“Hosting the ITTF World Youth Championships is a significant step forward for the Türkiye Table Tennis Federation and a reflection of our continued commitment to growing the game across Türkiye. We have been working hard to develop the sport at every level, and welcoming the world’s best young players to our country is exactly the kind of moment that inspires the next generation,” Kerim Koç, president of the Türkiye Table Tennis Federation, said.

ITTF president Petra Sörling welcomed the announcement, saying, “We are grateful to Bahrain for their understanding and commitment to putting the welfare of our athletes first. Istanbul is a wonderful home for this championship – a city that connects continents and communities, much like table tennis itself.”

Bahrain is currently drawn into the escalating regional conflict and has been targeted by retaliatory missile and drone attacks from Iran, in response to American and Israeli strikes.

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