Author: Starnews NG
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Gov Makinde Completes Houston Half Marathon in Impressive Time Despite Harsh Conditions
Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State proudly announced his completion of the Houston Half Marathon, finishing the race in 2 hours and 53 minutes. Starnews NG reports that the governor shared his achievement on his Facebook page, expressing satisfaction with his performance despite the challenging weather conditions, which saw temperatures plummet to a chilly 1…
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Suspended RCCG pastor, Iluyomade unveils new ministry
By Miracle Ogunde The suspended pastor of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, City of David Parish, Pastor Idowu Iluyomade, has unveiled a new ministry. The new ministry which has launched in Lagos is called The Family Fellowship. According to a video that went viral on Monday morning, Iluyomade was seen celebrating with members during…
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Kumuyi arrives US for Trump’s inauguration
By Miracle Ogunde The General Superintendent of the Deeper Life Bible Church, Pastor William Kumuyi, has arrived in the US on invitation to attend today’s inauguration of Donald Trump as the 47th President of the United States. According to report by Tribune, Kumuyi’s invitation, as a global spiritual leader, was confirmed by A. Larry Ross…
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SDP Rejects Ondo LG Election Results, Alleges Irregularities
The Social Democratic Party (SDP) in Ondo State has rejected the outcome of the local government elections held on Saturday, accusing the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) of electoral malpractice. The Ondo State Independent Electoral Commission (ODIEC) announced on Sunday that APC won all chairmanship and councillorship seats across the state’s 18 local government areas.…
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Police tighten security around Edo tribunal Venue
By Miracle Ogunde Following escalating tensions during the first week of hearing at the High Court Complex on Sapele Road, the Edo State Police Command has deployed more men to secure the venue of the Edo State governorship election petition tribunal venue in Benin City, the state capital. In an exclusive interview with The PUNCH…
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BREAKING: Otudeko’s Lawyer Protests N12.3bn Fraud Charges in Court
By: Bayero Ade On Monday, legal counsel for the Chairman of the Honeywell Group, Oba Otudeko, raised objections at the Federal High Court in Lagos regarding fraud allegations involving N12.3 billion. According Politics Nigeria, the lawyer, Mr. Bode Olanipekun (SAN), argued that the charges had not been formally delivered to Otudeko or the two other…
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Why I would’ve disowned Wabara if he was my father – Wike
By Miracle Ogunde Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, has accused the Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Board of Trustees, BoT, Adolphus Wabara of being part of those fanning the crisis in the PDP. Speaking during a media chat in Abuja on Sunday, the Minister blamed the actions and…
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Colombian Guerrilla Violence killed 80, Displaced Thousands
By Miracle Ogunde About 80 people have been reported dead, including civilians, and no fewer than 11,000 displaced in just four days in a fresh outbreak of guerrilla violence in Columbia. Officials said the National Liberation Army (ELN) armed group, launched an assault in Catatumbo last Thursday on a rival formation comprised of ex-members of…
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UK PM, Starmer Congratulates Trump Ahead of Inauguration, Hails Enduring US-UK Relationship
By: Bayero Ade UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has offered his congratulations to U.S. President-elect Donald Trump ahead of his upcoming inauguration, expressing confidence that the longstanding “special relationship” between the UK and the U.S. will continue to thrive in the years ahead. According to NAN, Trump, set to begin his second term as president…
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Akwa Ibom to Start Paying N80,000 Minimum Wage with Arrears
Akwa Ibom State is set to begin paying the new N80,000 minimum wage to eligible workers starting in January 2025. The payment will include arrears from November 2024 for those verified by the state government. Governor Umo Eno made the announcement during the 2025 Thanksgiving Service of the State Council of the Nigeria Union of…