Monday 23^rd December

Boko Haram Attacks Parts of Yobe

Suspected Boko Haram insurgents have tried to force their way into parts of Damaturu the Yobe State capital.

According to an eyewitness, the insurgents stormed the town, along Gashua road near the Police Force Headquarters around 5:30 pm on Sunday.

Kemi Olunloyo Retires From Journalism, Turns Evangelist, Leading Youths To Jesus

Controversial ‘investigative’ journalist, Kemi Olunloyo, said she has retired from journalism and has now turned to an Evangelist leading youths to Jesus in 2020.

She revealed this via her Instagram page. She wrote:

Angry Cristiano Ronaldo Removes Silver Medal After Juve Lost Super Cup (Photos)

Cristiano Ronaldo looked angry and immediately removed his Italian Super Cup 2nd place medal after Juventus suffered a shocking 3-1 Loss to Lazio in Saudi Arabia.

Ronaldo played the entire game with Gonzalo Higuain in attack but he couldn’t inspire a poor performed Bianconeri.

Court Rejects Kalu’s Plea For Post-conviction Bail

The Federal High Court in Lagos has rejected an application for post-conviction bail by former governor of Abia State, Orji Kalu, who is serving 12-year imprisonment for N7.65billion fraud.

Justice Mohammad Liman ordered Kalu to remain in correctional services custody until his appeal is heard.

On December 17, Kalu applied for bail…

Staff of Atiku’s radio, TV stations lament non-payment of salaries

Staff of the Atiku Abubakar-owned TV and radio station, GOTEL Communications, have lamented the non-payment of their salaries since September.

Gotel is the largest media organisation…

Tuesday 24^th December

Buhari regime deserves to face criminal trial — Shi’ites

The Islamic Movement in Nigeria on Monday said the Major General Muhammadu Buhari (rtd.) regime, not their leader Ibraheem El -Zakzaky, deserved to face criminal trial.

The group said this in reaction to comments by the Information and Culture Minister Lai Mohammed that El – Zakzaky and his wife…

“No Date Yet For Border Reopening” – FG

The Federal Government had yet to decide a terminal date when the country’s border would be reopened to neighbouring countries.

The Federal Government had in August closed its borders to neighbouring countries in an exercise code-named operation Exercise Swift Response.

Nigeria To Begin Production Of Aircraft Spare Parts – Ogbonaya Onu

Nigeria Minister of Science and Technology, Ogbonnaya Onu, stated that through the Projects Development Institute (PRODA), Nigeria will be able to produce industrial machine spare parts including those of aircraft.

Onu made this declaration on Monday, when he…

Ndume: Why Buhari Can’t Appoint New Service Chiefs

The Chairman of the Senate Committee on Army, Senator Ali Ndume, has given reasons why President Muhammadu Buhari cannot afford to change or appoint new service chiefs for now.

He told medium in an interview that Buhari could not afford to change the military leadership because Nigeria was in a complete state of war.

The Chief of the Defence Staff, Gen. Gabriel Olonisakin; Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Tukur Buratai; Chief of Air Staff, Air Marshal Sadique Abubakar; and Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas.

Ndume told…

Governor Wike rejects PDP’S intervention in disagreement with Dickson

Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Ezenwo Wike has rejected the offer of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) leadership to intervene in the conflict with outgoing Bayelsa State Governor, Seriake Dickson over the Soku Oil Wells/fields returned to Rivers State by the Federal High Court.

In an interview on Tuesday, Governor Wike said that…

Ex-Minister Reveals Four People That Convinced President Buhari To Release Sowore & Dasuki (Photos)

Former Minister of Aviation, Femi Fani-Kayode has revealed that Abba Kyari, Malami, Hadi Sirika and Kayode Fayemi were the people who convinced President Muhammadu Buhari to order the release of Sambo Dasuki and Omoyele Sowore.

9News Nigeria had reported that the Department of State…

Wednesday 25^th December

We Can’t Thank Buhari’s Government For Ordering Sowore’s Release – Afenifere Says

Pan Yoruba socio-political organisation, Afenifere on Tuesday said while it is happy with the order for the release of Omoyele Sowore and Sambo Dasuki, it cannot thank the federal government for doing so.

Yinka Odumakin, National Publicity Secretary of the organisation said the rights of citizens are constitutional and…

Gov. Sanwo-Olu Declares Free BRT Rides, Toll On Christmas, New Year Days

Lagosians will on Wednesday enjoy a free ride on BRT to all their destinations.

They will also enjoy the same gesture on January 1.

Also, motorists plying the Ikoyi and Lekki Toll Plazas will enjoy free passage.

Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide…

UN Security Council receives report to place US on global conflict escalation watchlist

The United Nations Security Council has been alerted to the United States of America’s (USA) alleged role in escalating and encouraging the spread of conflict and crisis across the globe.

This notice was sent to the UN by the International Centre for Global Crisis and Conflict Management (ICGCCM) in a detailed report highlighting factors fuelling…

Angry Husband Storms Wife’s Supermarket, Destroys Goods Worth Millions, Reason Will Shock You! (Photos)

An angry husband, identified as Mr. Sunday Nkem, has destroyed goods worth of millions in a mini store owned by his wife.

9news Nigeria gathered that Mr Sunday established the business on the wife’s name with the intention of the business serving as a financial support for the family.

Man Robs Bank, Throws Stolen Money In The Air, Shouting Merry Christmas(Photos)

A man identified as David Wayne Oliver, aged 65, has allegedly robbed a Colorado bank.

According to report, immediately he left there, he threw the stolen money into the air shouting Merry Christmas to passersby….

“2019 Very Successful Year For Nigeria” – Says President Buhari

President Muhammadu Buhari Wednesday in Abuja declared 2019 as a very successful year for the nation, thanking Nigerians for believing in him and supporting his administration to take Nigeria to the Next Level.

“We thank God. It has been a very successful year, relative to the composition of this country, both politically and ethnically,” the President told…

Finally, Enugu CP Rescues Maid Maltreated By Her Madam In Viral Video (Photos)

Following public outcry, the Enugu State Police Command has rescued a maid, Peace Goewam, captured in a viral video where she was being traumatized by her madam.

In the video earlier obtained by 9news Nigeria, the woman, Mrs. Amaka Ortolehi, from Ngor-Okpala, Imo State, was seen maltreating the maid in most heartless manner.

Thursday 26^th December

David Lyon, Bayelsa Gov elect named ‘Man of the Year’

Following his historic victory in last November Bayelsa State Guber polls, governor-elect, David Lyon, has been recognised as “Man of the Year” by foremost media group, The Nigerian News.

Mr Lyon will be awarded at the third anniversary and book launch by publisher, Philip Agbese, in honour of President Muhammadu Buhari.

Against all odds, Mr Lyon of…

Oshiomhole Rejects Christmas Gifts From Gov. Obaseki

Comrade Adams Oshiomhole, the National Chairman of All Progressives Congress (APC) and former Governor of Edo, has rejected Christmas gifts from Edo State Government.

Mr Crusoe Osage, the Special Adviser to Edo State Governor on Media and Communications, disclosed this in a statement in Benin on Wednesday.

Buhari’s ‘Cabal’ Aren’t Hungry People, They Are Respectable Nigerians – Garba Shehu Says

Members of the ‘cabal’ in the presidency are not hungry individuals and do not deserve the public criticism they get; a presidential aide has said.

The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Publicity, Garba Shehu, also said it was improper to refer to the president’s advisers as a ‘cabal’ and it…

Friday 27^th December

Plane Crashes Into House, 14 Persons Killed (Photos)

At least 14 persons died on Friday when a passenger plane carrying 100 people crashed into a house shortly after takeoff from Kazakhstan’s largest city.

According to statement released by airport authority, the Bek Air plane “fell off the radar” minutes after it took off from Almaty airport at 7.05 am (01:05 GMT) on its way to the capital, Nur-Sultan.

DSS Officer Shoots Man While Targeting Runaway Christmas Cow

A middle-aged man has been reportedly shot dead by a personnel of the Department of State Services in Alor, Idemili South local government area of Anambra state.

The victim, Onyeocha Umuokwu, a domestic staff to one Engr Emeka Eze was allegedly killed by the officer attached to a VIP’s house in the area in attempt to fire a cow running away from the house.

“Why We Didn’t Release El-Zakzaky” – FG Reveals

The Federal Government has explained why it did not release, alongside Sambo Dasuki and Omoyele Sowore, the leader of the Islamic Movement of Nigeria, Sheikh Ibrahim El-Zakzaky from custody.

Dasuki, a former National Security Adviser and Sowore, the convener of the #RevolutionNow Movement, were released from the custody of the Department of State Services on Tuesday.

“Don’t Let Terrorists Divide Us” – Buhari Begs Nigerians

President Muhammadu Buhari has appealed to Nigerians not to let terrorists divide the country along religious lines, following execution of some Christians and Muslims by the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP).

9news Nigeria gathered that the Boko Haram terrorists killed 10…

“Oshiomhole No Longer APC Member, Buhari Asked Us To Deal With Him” – Gov. Obaseki

Governor of Edo State, Godwin Obaseki, has said the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Comrade Adams Oshiomhole, is no longer a member of the ruling party.

According to Obaseki, President Muhammadu Buhari, had also directed the Edo State chapter of the party to deal with…

Saturday 28^th December

Fan Shot Dead At Wizkid‘s Concert, Policeman Arrested. Wizkid Reacts

A police sergeant, Lukmon Akanbi, has been arrested for shooting dead one Ramon Babatunde Adeniji, 39, around Eko Atlantic area of Victoria Island, Lagos.

Commissioner of Police, Lagos State, CP Hakeem Odumosu, ordered…

Gov. Umahi Endorses Uduma, Iyioku For Re-election As Council Chairmen

Commends them for their quality projects in their areas

Flags off the 6.6 kilometer Ekoli-Okagwue road which will be on concrete pavement

The Ebonyi State Governor Engr. David Nweze Umahi has endorsed the incumbent Chairmen of Afikpo south and Ohaoza local government Councils…

Ebonyi Woman Stabs ex-lover To Death Few Days To Wedding Day

A 29-year-old native of Ebonyi State, Jacinta Igboke, has been arrested for the murder of her estranged lover, Arinze Ani.

9news Nigeria gathered that Igboke stabbed Ani to death on Tuesday during an altercation at his shop on Old Ojo Road, Satellite Town area of…

Jubilation In Oyo As Corps Members Receive Double Allowance

Corps Members in Oyo have started receiving double allowance, totalling ₦10,000. On December 16th 2019, they received the first ₦5,000 and on December 28th, they started receiving the second.

The Oyo state government, Seyi Makinde surprised all the Corps Members with the second allowance he called 13th-month allowance, which was also extended to…

‘We Killed 11 Christians On Christmas Day To Avenge Al Baghdad’s Death’ – ISWAP

The ISIL (ISIS) group has released a video claiming to show the execution of 11 Christians in northeast Nigeria, one day after Christmas.

The footage posted in an online Telegram news channel late on Thursday by ISIL-linked propaganda arm Amaq showed 11 blindfolded men being lined up at…

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