July 2017 – Page 30 – Politics Governance

Lionel Messi weds childhood sweetheart

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Footballers and celebrities gathered for the “wedding of the century” in star’s hometown Rosasio, Argentina: Lionel Messi said “I do” to childhood sweetheart Antonella Roccuzzo Friday in his Argentine hometown Rosario, where footballers and celebrities including pop singer Shakira had gathered for the “wedding of the century”. Following the private ceremony the couple appeared happy and relaxed as they walked a red carpet before hundreds of media at a hotel and casino complex, Roccuzzo donning a tight, mermaid-style gown by the Spanish designer Rosa Clara. Barcelona’s football player Jordi Alba…

Kogi flags-off free healthcare to 50,000 patients

July 1, 2017 Admin

The Kogi Government on Friday flagged-off a special healthcare package which health commissioner Saka Audu says will offer free medical treatment and surgery to 50,000 indigent patients. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the medical outreach is funded by Kogi Government in collaboration with the World Christian Medical Mission (WCMM), who provided the medical officers. Audu, in a brief speech to flag off the exercise in Lokoja, said that the recent economic downturn had made it difficult for poor people to access quality health care services. He said…

US patience with North Korea is over – Trump

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President Donald Trump declared that the US had run out of patience with North Korea over its nuclear drive Friday as he welcomed South Korea’s new leader Moon Jae-In to talks at the White House. While Moon has been arguing for greater engagement with Pyongyang as the best way to put the brakes on its nuclear and ballistic missile programs, Trump made clear that he was in no mood to pursue diplomacy with a regime he accused of having no respect for human life. And while Moon announced that Trump…

Breaking News: Rev Fr. Mario Ozele Is Dead September 15, 2026
The Catholic Diocese of Warri is currently in mourning mood as one of its fierce and strong charismatic preacher, Very Rev Fr Anthony Mario Ozele is dead. The cause of Rev Fr. Anthony Mario Ozele death is not known. Details loading
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Ughelli Is Too Dirty, Environmental Department Must Wake Up — Kpohraror September 15, 2026
A social commentator and social media influencer, Amb. Comr. Kpohraror Emmanuel, has challenged the Environmental Department of Ughelli North Local Government Council to urgently intensify its sanitation activities, lamenting the growing heaps of refuse and debris littering major streets and roads across Ughelli. Kpohraror, who expressed concern over what he described as the deteriorating environmental […]
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Awuzie’s Project Drive Transforms Federal Polytechnic Oko September 15, 2026
…..Rector’s 19-month transformation drive reshapes infrastructure, ICT, skills development By Nicky Okeke The Federal Polytechnic, Oko, Anambra State, is fast acquiring the unmistakable look of an institution in the throes of an infrastructure revolution. Across its campuses, construction activities, renovated facilities, new structures and technology-driven initiatives have become increasingly visible, in what […]
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Feature News: Nigeria’s Banditry: FG Must Hunt Down Sponsors, Financiers September 14, 2026
…….As security expert, residents urge FG to strengthen security Elizabeth Vincent, Yenagoa For years banditry and kidnapping have continued to cast a long and terrifying shadow over Nigeria leaving families traumatised, communities vulnerable and citizens increasingly uncertain about their safety, beyond the gunmen who abduct and kill, questions are mounting over the powerful networks […]
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Oborevwori Distributes 50 Fishing Boats, Engines to Fishermen In 3 Warri LGAs September 14, 2026
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has distributed 50 fishing boats equipped with 15-horsepower Yamaha outboard engines and fishing nets to fishermen across Warri North, Warri South and Warri South-West Local Government Areas of the state. The intervention, according to the governor, is aimed at boosting fishing activities, improving the income of riverine […]
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Police Foil Alleged Abduction, Rescue 16-Year-Old Boy In Onitsha September 14, 2026
…Suspected abductors dump victim near checkpoint The Anambra State Police Command has rescued a 16-year-old boy, identified as Favour Ayogu, allegedly abducted in Igboeze South Local Government Area of Enugu State and later abandoned near a security checkpoint in Onitsha. Ayogu was rescued by a joint security patrol team at Ekene Junction, along […]
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Police Arrest Mother Over Alleged Brutal Abuse Of 7-Year-Old Girl In Anambra September 14, 2026
The Anambra State Police Command has condemned the alleged brutal abuse of a seven-year-old girl, Oluebube Ofoma, in Obosi, Idemili North Local Government Area of the state. The Command also confirmed the arrest of the girl’s mother, Mrs Ogechi Ofoma, 32, following the rescue of the child by community security personnel and concerned residents. […]
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2027: Dafinone Leads ‘6-Over-6’ Push Across Ethiope West, Sapele September 14, 2026
The battle for Delta Central ahead of the 2027 general elections has entered a new phase, with the All Progressives Congress (APC) launching an aggressive grassroots mobilisation drive aimed at sweeping all elective positions in the district. The renewed push gathered momentum on Sunday as Senator Ede Dafinone took his consultation campaign to Ethiope West […]
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Oborevwori To Swear In Auditor-General, Inaugurate Councils Of 3 Delta Varsities September 14, 2026
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, will on Tuesday, September 22, swear in Mr. Emasogbe Matthew Oghene as the state’s new Auditor-General and inaugurate the Governing Councils of three state-owned universities. The ceremonies, scheduled for 10am at Unity Hall, Government House, Asaba, will see the formal inauguration of the Governing Councils […]
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URHOBO’S ₦100BN GAS PARK: The Qestions Omo-Agege Must Answer September 14, 2026
By Ufuoma Egbe There comes a point when political leaders must stop issuing evasive explanations and answer the difficult questions. For Senator Ovie Omo-Agege, that point is now. The controversy surrounding the proposed ₦100 billion Industrial Gas Park raises a fundamental question: was the project located based on technical and economic considerations, or […]
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