Olufemi Adediran

Nigeria

Correspondent at New Telegraph Nigeria

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Firms to boost energy sector

1 week ago | punchng.com | Olufemi Adediran

In a bid to strengthen Namibia’s local content in the energy, oil, and gas sectors, Moneda Capital Management Limited has partnered with First National Bank of Namibia and Ino Harith Capital to support Small and Medium Enterprises critical to the country’s resource-driven economy.
Ndume warns Tinubu over lopsided appointments

1 week ago | punchng.com | Olufemi Adediran |Muhammed Lawal

The senator representing Borno South Senatorial District at the National Assembly, Ali Ndume, has called on President Bola Tinubu to address the growing concerns on alleged lopsided appointments in his administration. Speaking on Politics Today, a Channels Television programme on Friday, Ndume criticised the President for what he described as a clear violation of the Federal Character principle enshrined in the Constitution.
Resurgent terror attacks unsettle North

1 week ago | punchng.com | Ismaeel Uthman |Olufemi Adediran |John Charles |James Abraham |Animasahun Salman |Faith Awa Maji | +1 more

The resurgence of terror attacks in some parts of the North has raised concerns among stakeholders as many displaced residents decry the attitude of both state and federal governments to their plight. Boko Haram, bandits and armed herders were said to have sacked no fewer than 250 communities in the region, with 6,000 displaced residents reported to be sleeping in religious houses in Plateau State.
Japa-da: Nigerians abroad return home amid dashed expectations

1 week ago | punchng.com | Olufemi Adediran |Muhammed Lawal |Gift Habib |Ismaeel Uthman

An increasing number of Nigerians who previously migrated in pursuit of better opportunities have started returning home, citing unmet expectations and depression in their host countries. The development is a reversal of the popular “Japa” trend, which has seen millions of Nigerian youths migrate to Europe, America and Asia in search of better living conditions and job opportunities.
Suspended pro-Wike lawmakers visit UK

2 weeks ago | punchng.com | Olufemi Adediran

Speaker, Rivers State House of Assembly, Martins Amaewhule Suspended Rivers lawmakers, led by the Speaker, Martins Amaewhule, have departed Nigeria for a tour in the United Kingdom. A statement by Amaewhule’s Special Assistant on Media, Martins Wachukwu, confirmed that the lawmakers had left the shores of the country. Amaewhule was said to have declared open the 10th Rivers Assembly Legislative Tour of the United Kingdom on Friday.
Oba Owoade crowned 46th Alaafin as Tinubu seeks support for monarch

2 weeks ago | punchng.com | Olufemi Adediran |Ademola Adegbite

Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Owoade I Oyo town came alive on Saturday as dignitaries from across Nigeria converged to witness the coronation of Oba Akeem Owoade as the 46th Alaafin of Oyo. Some of the dignitaries at the event included President Bola Tinubu, who was represented by the Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde; Speaker of the Oyo State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon.
Stolen jewellery: NBA engages Patience Jonathan over ex-workers six years’ detention

2 weeks ago | punchng.com | Olufemi Adediran

The Nigerian Bar Association has waded into the lingering case involving 15 former domestic workers of ex-first lady, Dame Patience Jonathan, who have remained in detention for six years over alleged theft of jewellery and other valuables. A top official of the association, who spoke to Sunday PUNCH on Saturday, said the NBA was also engaging with Mrs Jonathan to resolve the matter.
Group sets for nationwide protest Monday over Rivers emergency rule

2 weeks ago | punchng.com | Olufemi Adediran

Members of Take It Back Movement group The Take-It-Back movement has said there is no going back on the planned nationwide protest scheduled for Monday, April 7. This is even as the Lagos State Police Command issued a directive to all commanders and officers within its jurisdiction, alerting them to the protest.
Natasha’s recall: INEC doubts fresh process as senator fights ‘forged signatures’

2 weeks ago | punchng.com | Olufemi Adediran |Ismaeel Uthman

The Independent National Electoral Commission has expressed doubt over the likelihood of the petitioners calling for the recall of the senator representing Kogi Central Senatorial District, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, meeting the required number of signatures to initiate a fresh recall process. The commission stated this following the renewed push by the petitioners to mobilise more constituents against Akpoti-Uduaghan and ensure her recall, after INEC dismissed their first petition.
Stolen jewellery: Patience Jonathan’s ex-aides rot in jail as court adjourns case 40 times

2 weeks ago | punchng.com | Olufemi Adediran |Muhammed Lawal

Some former domestic workers of ex-First Lady, Patience Jonathan, who are being held in the Okaka Custodial Centre, Bayelsa State, have decried their maltreatment and delayed trial, saying they are undergoing hardship and torture. Two of the workers, who spoke exclusively to Saturday PUNCH on Friday, begged for help, saying they were languishing in prison.