President Vladimir Putin of Russia, said on Tuesday that the country is the first in the world, to grant regulatory approval to a COVID-19 vaccine, after less than two months of human testing, a move hailed by Moscow as evidence of its scientific prowess. The development paves the way for the mass inoculation of the Russian population, even as the final stage of clinical trials to test safety and efficacy continue. The speed at which Russia is moving to roll out its vaccine highlights its determination to win the global race for an effective product, but has stirred…
Author: Abdallah el-Kurebe
The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC), on Tuesday said it has no link with any terrorist group in or outside Nigeria. The director of the organisation, Prof. Ishaq Akintola, said in a statement in Lagos, that the group has discipline and would never be affiliated with any terrorist group. “Our attention has been drawn to a rumour that MURIC received 200,000 dollars from Islamic State for West Africa Province (ISWAP). “It is a wicked concoction from the pit of Jahannam. We declare clearly, categorically that we have never had any contact with ISWAP or any other terrorist group. “We remain committed…
A shooting outside the White House fence on Monday evening prompted security agents to suddenly usher U.S. President Donald Trump out of the briefing room. Trump was minutes into his daily news conference when the shooting began and Secret Service agents were seen escorting him out of the room. He returned several minutes later and said law enforcement officers had shot a suspect who he said had been armed. “It was a shooting outside of the White House. Law enforcement shot someone, seems to be the suspect and the suspect is now on the way to the hospital. “It seems…
The Benue State Police Command on Monday, confirmed the killing of 13 villagers by unknown gunmen in Edikwu District, Apa local government area. The Spokesperson, DSP Catherine Anene, in a statement in Makurdi s,aid that the district had overtime experienced incessant crisis over chieftaincy tussle until the state government intervened and peace returned in the community. She said that the attackers remained unknown while investigation had already commenced into the matter. “Edikwu district, Ukpogbo, in Apa LGA was experiencing incessant crises over chieftaincy affairs until May 25, when the Benue government convened a peace meeting, headed by the Deputy Governor,…
President Muhammadu Buhari, has reiterated his resolve to restore security to the Northeast and other parts of the country. This he said followed the recent adoption of new strategies, and the acquisition of modern military equipment. The president gave the reassurance during a meeting with the Northeast governors, which was attended by Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, the Chief of Defence Staff, Service Chiefs, the Inspector-General of Police and the heads of intelligence agencies. “Things will improve very soon. We are acquiring modern equipment; some are here, some are being cleared, and others still coming. “We need…
Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo on Monday in Udaba, described as barbaric, the recent alleged destruction of the building belonging to his Commissioner for Youth, Mr Damian Lawani. Obaseki stated this shortly after he was conducted round the vandalised building by Lawan, located in Etsako Central local government area of the state. “What happened here is quite disturbing, we got the report couple of weeks ago and the matter was reported to police in the state. It is quite disturbing. “This is a clear evidence of an attempt on the life of my Commissioner for Youth. This matter has been…
The Managing Director of First City Monument Bank (FCMB), Adam Nuru has said that the bank has discovered that N573 million was mistakenly posted into Pastor Emmanuel Omale’s church account. The suspended acting chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), is being accused that he allegedly used Omale, founder of the Divine Hand of God Prophetic Ministry, to launder funds abroad. However, while testifying before the committee investigating Magu for allegedly mismanaging and embezzling the loot recovered by the anti-graft agency, Nuru on Thursday said the bank just discovered that N573 million was transferred to the Church account…
President Muhammadu Buhari on Monday met behind closed doors with the six governors of the North East Zone and security chiefs at the Council Chamber, Presidential Villa, Abuja. The meeting was also attended by Vice-President Yemi Osinbajo and the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Boss Mustapha. The National Security Adviser (NSA), retired Maj-Gen. Babagana Monguno, and the Chief of Staff to the President, Prof. Ibrahim Gambari, also attended the meeting. The affected governors, who were led by their Chairman and governor of Borno, Prof. Babagana Zulum, included Ahmadu Fintri (Adamawa), Bala Mohammed (Bauchi State), Inuwa Yahaya (Gombe…
The Deputy Governor of Ondo State, Agboola Ajayi, on Monday formally resigned his membership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). The deputy governor’s Media Adviser, Mr Allen Sowore, said in a statement in Akure on Monday, that Ajayi appreciated the national leadership and members of the party for their warm reception and acceptance in the short period he rejoined the party. “This decision is as a result of the call on the Deputy Governor by majority of the good people of Ondo State to give hope to the hopeless and provide credible and purposeful leadership in our dear state. “The…
Abba Kyari, the Chief of Staff to President Muhammadu Buhari and Is’haq Modibbo Kawu, the Director General of the National Broadcasting Commission, NBC, are under fire for allegedly tinkering with the president approval in the award of radio and TV broadcasting licences.