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Nigeria Breaking News, Today, Friday, 25th, September, 2020
This is a roundup of some breaking news in Nigeria for Today, Friday, 25th, September, 2020
Magu Kicks As Malami Fails To Appear Before Presidential Panel
The suspended Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, Mr Ibrahim Magu has reacted to the failure of the Attorney-General of the Federation, Mr. Abubakar Malami (SAN) to honour the invitation of the Judicial Commission of Inquiry on the activities of the anti-graft agency.
Malami had earlier said he would gladly testify before the panel headed by Ayo Salami, retired president of the court of appeal, if summoned but on Wednesday, the AGF declined the invitation to appear before the panel as a witness against the suspended acting chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).
Gas Truck Driver Was Angry – Cause Of Gas Explosion In Lagos Revealed
The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) has revealed the cause of the explosion which rocked the Ifako-Ijaiye area of Lagos state earlier today.
Recall NaijaNews reported that scores of people were injured in a recent gas explosion that rocked part of Iju Ishaga in Lagos State.
Visa Ban: We Decide Who Visits The UK – British Govt Attacks FG
The UK Government has fired back at the Nigeria Government over its reaction to the Visa Ban placed on some politicians in the country.
UK in its statement noted that it is surprised that President Muhammadu Buhari-led government would consider disrespectful to Nigeria’s sovereignty, for any outside authority to punish it’s citizen with visa restriction due to their conduct.
Ondo: Details Of INEC Chairman, Yakubu’s Meeting With Traditional Rulers Emerge
The Independent National Electoral Commission on Thursday noted that it is working to ensure early voting and declaration of results during the Ondo State Governorship election.
INEC Chairman, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, stated this in Akure on Thursday, when he met with the traditional rulers in the state ahead of the October 10 election.
Felix Obuah: Forgive Oshiomole, Expelling Him Can Lead To Suicide
A former chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Rivers State, Felix Obuah, has called on the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Edo State to pardon Adams Oshiomhole, Daily Times gathered.
He said this on Wednesday in a statement that was signed by his spokesman, Jerry Needam in reaction to alleged plot to expel the former Edo Governor.
