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Why suspended Delta Catholic priest dumped priesthood for marriage – Sister
The suspended Rev. Fr. Daniel Okanatotor Oghenerukevwe of the Catholic Church of Warri Diocese, actually dumped his celibacy vows and renounced his priestly calling to marry his heartthrob in Dallas, United States of America, PUNCH Metro gathered on Sunday evening. The priest tied the matrimonial knot with his wife, Dora Chichah, at the Stream of
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The suspended Rev. Fr. Daniel Okanatotor Oghenerukevwe of the Catholic Church of Warri Diocese, actually dumped his celibacy vows and renounced his priestly calling to marry his heartthrob in Dallas, United States of America, PUNCH Metro gathered on Sunday evening. The priest tied the matrimonial knot with his wife, Dora Chichah, at the Stream of
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- January 21, 2025
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Ex-Interior Minister Akinyemi faults Nigeria’s acceptance of BRICS partner membership
A former Minister of Interior, Professor Bola Akinyemi, has said that Nigeria should not have accepted the partner membership granted to it by the multinational bloc, BRICS. Akinyemi made this statement on Politics Today, a programme on Channels Television, on Monday. He argued that Nigeria should have been an original member of the group or
Ex-Interior Minister Akinyemi faults Nigeria’s acceptance of BRICS partner membership
A former Minister of Interior, Professor Bola Akinyemi, has said that Nigeria should not have accepted the partner membership granted to it by the multinational bloc, BRICS.
Akinyemi made this statement on Politics Today, a programme on Channels Television, on Monday.
He argued that Nigeria should have been an original member of the group or granted full membership during its expansion, rather than being designated a partner country.
The professor of political science said that offering Nigeria partner status instead of full membership by BRICS is a slap in the face of Nigerians.
“I am not happy. Can you tell me the difference between a partner country and a member, given our GDP in Africa compared to Ethiopia or even South Africa? Is it a partner country that befits us? No.
“We should have been part of the original members of BRICS. I have said this on several platforms. I don’t know why we were never an original member; I don’t know why we were not invited to join as a full member when they were expanding it.
“I think it is a slap in our face, and we should never have accepted this partner member if that is what they call it,” Akinyemi said.
DAILY POST reports that BRICS is an intergovernmental organisation consisting of 10 countries—Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, Egypt, Ethiopia, Indonesia, Iran, and the United Arab Emirates.
Recall that on Friday, Brazil announced the formal admission of Nigeria as a partner country of BRICS.
According to a statement by Brazil’s Foreign Ministry, BRICS and Nigeria share common interests, as both actively strive to enhance cooperation among Global South countries and advocate for the reform of international organisations.
“With the world’s sixth-largest population—and Africa’s largest—as well as being one of the continent’s major economies, Nigeria shares convergent interests with other members of BRICS.
“It plays an active role in strengthening South-South cooperation and in reforming global governance—issues that are top priorities during Brazil’s current presidency,” the statement said.
DAILY POST gathered that Brazil currently holds the BRICS presidency for 2025, having taken over from Russia on January 1.
Ex-Interior Minister Akinyemi faults Nigeria’s acceptance of BRICS partner membership
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Junior Female Yellow Greens take U-19 Cricket W’Cup by storm
Following Nigeria’s win over New Zealand at the ICC U-19 Women’s T20 World Cup on Monday, ABIODUN ADEWALE writes on the prospect of the team as the sport gains attention in the country In a football-mad country like Nigeria, it could be difficult for other sports to gain attention. But when a sport like cricket,
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Following Nigeria’s win over New Zealand at the ICC U-19 Women’s T20 World Cup on Monday, ABIODUN ADEWALE writes on the prospect of the team as the sport gains attention in the country In a football-mad country like Nigeria, it could be difficult for other sports to gain attention. But when a sport like cricket,
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- January 21, 2025
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Tips for prolonging your smartphone battery’s lifespan
By adopting proper charging practices and using certified chargers, users can significantly extend their smartphone battery life. JUSTICE OKAMGBA writes on tips Smartphones have become an indispensable part of modern life, serving as tools for communication, work, entertainment, and much more. As our reliance on these devices grows, so does the need to ensure their
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By adopting proper charging practices and using certified chargers, users can significantly extend their smartphone battery life. JUSTICE OKAMGBA writes on tips Smartphones have become an indispensable part of modern life, serving as tools for communication, work, entertainment, and much more. As our reliance on these devices grows, so does the need to ensure their
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Niger explosion death toll hits 98
Death toll from Saturday’s fuel tanker explosion in Niger State has reached 98, with 69 injured and 20 shops razed. On Monday, the Federal Government said victims still battling for life had been transferred to tertiary medical centres for enhanced care in life with President Bola Tinubu’s directive. The death toll, as of Sunday, was
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Death toll from Saturday’s fuel tanker explosion in Niger State has reached 98, with 69 injured and 20 shops razed. On Monday, the Federal Government said victims still battling for life had been transferred to tertiary medical centres for enhanced care in life with President Bola Tinubu’s directive. The death toll, as of Sunday, was
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- January 21, 2025
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Kebbi, most peaceful state in N’West – Gov’s aide
Alhaji Ahmed Idris, the Chief Press Secretary to the Kebbi State Governor, Nasir Idris, has declared that Kebbi is the most peaceful state in the entire Northwest part of the country.” Idris gave this verdict as he underscored the state government’s efforts at riding the state of bandits and other forms of terrorism. According to
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Alhaji Ahmed Idris, the Chief Press Secretary to the Kebbi State Governor, Nasir Idris, has declared that Kebbi is the most peaceful state in the entire Northwest part of the country.” Idris gave this verdict as he underscored the state government’s efforts at riding the state of bandits and other forms of terrorism. According to
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Kano vows to support Fulani community, urges end to stigmatisation
The Kano State Government has reiterated its unwavering support for Tabital Fulaku International in its mission to unite the Fulani community and promote their contributions to Nigeria’s development. The administration also called for an end to the negative portrayal of the Fulani in some sections of the media. Speaking on Friday during a courtesy visit
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The Kano State Government has reiterated its unwavering support for Tabital Fulaku International in its mission to unite the Fulani community and promote their contributions to Nigeria’s development. The administration also called for an end to the negative portrayal of the Fulani in some sections of the media. Speaking on Friday during a courtesy visit
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Niger takes over treatment of tanker fire victims
The Niger State Government has announced its decision to take over the cost of treatment of all the injured victims of Saturday’s Fuel Tanker explosion in the state as a humanitarian gesture. Arewa PUNCH reports that over 90 persons were burnt to death in the tragic fire explosion which occured in the early morning of
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The Niger State Government has announced its decision to take over the cost of treatment of all the injured victims of Saturday’s Fuel Tanker explosion in the state as a humanitarian gesture. Arewa PUNCH reports that over 90 persons were burnt to death in the tragic fire explosion which occured in the early morning of
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- January 21, 2025
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500 Kaduna households displaced after bandits’ attacks – CDA chairman
The Chairman of the Kauru Local Government Area Community Development Associations, Abel Adamu, has disclosed that over 500 households have been displaced in different attacks by bandits. The CDA chairman, who made this disclosure on Sunday at a press briefing in Kaduna, said the recent surge in violence and attacks in the area has resulted
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The Chairman of the Kauru Local Government Area Community Development Associations, Abel Adamu, has disclosed that over 500 households have been displaced in different attacks by bandits. The CDA chairman, who made this disclosure on Sunday at a press briefing in Kaduna, said the recent surge in violence and attacks in the area has resulted
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- January 21, 2025
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W’Bank bans two Nigerian firms, CEO over corruption
The World Bank Group has announced the 30-month debarment of two Nigerian companies, Viva Atlantic Limited and Technology House Limited, alongside their Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Mr Norman Didam, for fraudulent, collusive, and corrupt practices linked to the National Social Safety Nets Project in Nigeria. In a statement issued on Monday, the World
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The World Bank Group has announced the 30-month debarment of two Nigerian companies, Viva Atlantic Limited and Technology House Limited, alongside their Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Mr Norman Didam, for fraudulent, collusive, and corrupt practices linked to the National Social Safety Nets Project in Nigeria. In a statement issued on Monday, the World
