WORLD NEWS

Tunisian Prime Minister Resigns_Ada Nkong

Tunisian Prime Minister Elyes Fakhfakh resigned on Wednesday, according to two official sources who did not want to be named, after a row with the Islamist-inspired Ennahdha party. Fakhfakh, who is under investigation over allegations of conflict of interest, has had strained relations with Ennahdha, the biggest party in parliament, since October legislative elections. Ennahdha… Continue reading Tunisian Prime Minister Resigns_Ada Nkong

Aviation

Ministry of Aviation Counters Aviation Unions Position on Concessioning_Ada Nkong

The Ministry of Aviation has countered Aviation unions position on concessioning Nigeria's airportA statement by James Odaudu,Director Public communication says some of the information contained in a statement by the unions as published on June 30th is misleading.See full text of the Ministry's position.RE: AIRPORT CONCESSION IS A CRIME AGAINST NIGERIAN PEOPLE: IT MUST BE… Continue reading Ministry of Aviation Counters Aviation Unions Position on Concessioning_Ada Nkong

WORLD NEWS

Brad Parscale Replaced as Trump’s Campaign Manager_Ada Nkong

Facing a tough re-election battle, US President Donald Trump has replaced his campaign manager. Mr Trump said he had substituted Bill Stepien, a field director for his 2016 campaign, in place of Brad Parscale. Mr Parscale - who was reportedly blamed by Mr Trump's inner circle for a poorly attended rally in Oklahoma last month… Continue reading Brad Parscale Replaced as Trump’s Campaign Manager_Ada Nkong

HUMAN INTEREST

Oh God! What Happened to Professor Loveth Lawson_Ada Nkong

This is the second worst day of my life.The first was just over the weekend.But, that is a story for another time! Professor Lovett Lawson was widely reported to have died on Monday 13th July, 2020. The question is how and why? Why would the eminent, kind, benevolent, charming and incredible Prof. Lovett Lawson die?Oh… Continue reading Oh God! What Happened to Professor Loveth Lawson_Ada Nkong

HEALTH

643 New Cases of Covid-19 Reported in Nigeria_Ada Nkong

The death toll for Covid-19 has risen to 760 with 643 new cases reported. According to a tweet by the Federal ministry of information and culture, 13999 patients have been discharged while the total number of confirmed cases stands at 34259.

POLITICS

Detained Acting EFCC Chairman Released From Detention_Ada Nkong

Suspended acting chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Ibrahim Magu, has been released after facing a presidential panel in Aso Rock. Magu’s lawyer, Wahab Shittu, confirmed the release of his client by the Presidential Investigate Panel. In a phone conversation with Vanguard, Shittu disclosed that Magu was released early in the day… Continue reading Detained Acting EFCC Chairman Released From Detention_Ada Nkong

DISASTER

Gokada Founder Found Murdered in New York_Ada Nkong

The Founder and CEO of the popular motorcycle company, ‘GoKada’ and co-founder of ride-sharing venture ‘Pathao’, Fahim Saleh, has been found dead in his New York apartment, with his body dismembered. According to New York Daily News, Wednesday, the New York Police Department (NYPD) officers found the dismembered body of the deceased in a building… Continue reading Gokada Founder Found Murdered in New York_Ada Nkong

DISASTER

Nigerian Air force Mourns First Female Flying Officer_Ada Nkong

The Nigerian Airfotce has announced the death of thier first and only female flying officer Tolulope Arotile.A statement signed by Air Commodore Ibikunle Daramola,Director Public Communication reads " It is with great sorrow that the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) regretfully announces the unfortunate demise of Flying Officer Tolulope Arotile, who died today, 14 July 2020,… Continue reading Nigerian Air force Mourns First Female Flying Officer_Ada Nkong

WORLD NEWS

Russian Military Attest Covid-19 Vaccine Tested and Safe_Ada Nkong

The Russian defence ministry said on Wednesday it had developed a “safe” coronavirus vaccine following clinical trials on a group of volunteers. The ministry said 18 people had participated in the research and were discharged without “serious adverse events, health complaints, complications or side effects”. The results of the trials “allow us to speak with… Continue reading Russian Military Attest Covid-19 Vaccine Tested and Safe_Ada Nkong