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View this email in your browser Headlines ANALYSIS: Ten things you need to know about Bayelsa governorship election The candidate's strength, and how oil politics and security challenges may affect the outcome of Saturday's election. Read More We are expanding our newsletter offering and would like to know what newsletters you, our loyal readers, would be interested in receiving from PREMIUM TIMES. Kindly fill in this survey. It should take no longer than five (5) minutes to complete. Thank you! Akpabio asks Tinubu to sanction heads of MDAs absent from MTEF/FSP meeting "Any head of agency that sends representation here is not a serious person and therefore, the President must take a second look at such a person' s appointment. Imo Governorship: What you need to know about major candidates Eighteen governorship candidates will contest Saturday's gubernatorial election in Imo State. Participate in Premium Times weekly quiz. Expires in 2 days!!! What happened after Zamfara University students were abducted – Matawalle The two Zamfara-born politicians have been at loggerheads since the beginning of the 2022 political campaigns. Most Recent Stories Dino's candidacy, golden opportunity for Kogi – Atiku "Make sure that we allow you to vote and also allow you to protect your vote. Don't miss this golden opportunity. This is the opportunity that you will use. I hope you will not disappoint me. Read More Defence minister, military speak on security during Kogi, Imo, Bayelsa elections "Adequate arrangements have been made for security agencies to deal decisively with any noise maker and anyone who wants to foment trouble or crises during the elections. Election: Women protest in Bayelsa, call for removal of police commissioner "We have heard your agitations, and we will ensure a peaceful conduct of the exercise before and after." Governorship Elections: SSS warns against inflammatory comments The SSS said it observed rising trends and patterns of incendiary comments by some personalities of influence and representatives of non-governmental entities within and outside the country. DUBAWA Editor wins global science journalism award Mr Busari is the first Nigerian to win the AAAS Kavli Science Journalism Award since its inception. Annual Banking Report - Measuring Banks' Resilience Videos INEC begins distribution of electoral materials in Kogi Business Zungeru hydropower plant to begin operation November – Minister "Zungeru hydropower is ready. The concession has also been approved by Mr President. So we will start operating Zunger probably before the end of this month," Mr Adelabu said. Nigeria govt. to sign direct flight agreement with Algeria "Nigeria has always had a Bilateral Air Service Agreement with Algeria (BASA) for decades, however, they have not taken advantage of the agreement," the minister said. Editorial cartoon of the day Arts and Entertainment Ikorodu Crusade: Pastor Ashimolowo donates relief items to over 3,000 persons, funds surgical operations Last week, the cleric told journalists of his plans to hold a first-of-its-kind crusade in the Igbogbo area of Ikorodu, Lagos State, where he would distribute relief materials to the locals. Kano Hisbah to facilitate marriages, business support for willing TikTokers At a meeting convened by the Hisbah in Kano on Monday, the morality security outfit said it is ready to offer guidance to TikTokers on improving their moral values and TikToking for the benefit of the people. Opinion Securing Nigeria pluck by pluck, By Fredrick Nwabufo Securing Nigeria is a principal objective of the Renewed Hope charter. The Tinubu administration has exercised responsibility with significant gains in the sphere of security since assumption of office. Although there is more to be done and will be done, the administration is wholly committed to removing security threats and securing law-abiding Nigerians anywhere in the country. Small chance for INEC to save itself in a big way, By Azu Ishiekwene Of the five states in the South East, for example, Imo is arguably the most violence-prone with widespread reports of random fatal attacks, jailbreaks, attacks on security personnel, police stations and government facilities. Even Governor Hope Uzodimma, the chief security officer of the state, has lived largely behind heavy barricades and moves about like a general in an active war zone. Promoted Nigeria's human capital deficit, not a challenge, but an opportunity for tech growth – Igwe The current state of human development in Nigeria's digital economy was on the front burner of the panel discussion held at the 2023 Digital Nigeria International Conference in Abuja PCL, Nigeria-South Africa Chamber of Commerce collaborate to redefine tourism in Nigeria The Annual Breakfast Forum underscored the need to leverage technology, music, lifestyle, and government support to revitalise the tourism sector in Nigeria NCC underscores role of ICT in fighting financial crimes Mr Maida who was a guest of honour and speaker at the event, was inducted into the RealNews Hall of Fame in recognition of his outstanding contributions to the communications sector Sports NFF president implores Falconets to grab Colombia 2024 ticket Gusau told the players that the character displayed off the field is as important as the talent and skill they advertise on it UCL: United fall to another loss, Bayern go through as Arsenal beat Sevilla United capitulated in Copenhagen after taking a two-goal lead, while Bayern and 14-time champions Real Madrid are through to the round of 16 with two games to spare Fact Checker Internet Romance Scam: Stakeholders discuss menace, proffer solutions to mitigate cyber fraud As a sequel to DUBAWA's recent investigation on serial internet romance fraudster Iriodalo Emmanuel Obhafuoso (Odalo), an X (formerly Twitter) space was held to identify the causes and proffer solutions to curb internet fraud. False! The EU not supporting Boakai Presidency in run-off Claim: An online media platform, Afric Daily Newspaper, in its Oct. 30, 2023 publication, reports that the European Union and member states support the presidential bid of opposition candidate Joseph Boakai. Health ANALYSIS: Navigating the complex terrain of China-Africa debt relations China isn't the main cause of Africa's debt crisis, but concerns about transparency and collateral agreements cannot be ignored. NAFDAC issues warning alert on highly caffeinated energy drinks sold online NAFDAC says the consumption of products containing high levels of caffeine could cause headaches, insomnia, irritability, and nervousness. Read our Top Stories From Last Week Doctors amputate Mr Ibu's leg Barely a month after he made a passionate appeal, Mr Ibu's worst fears have come to pass. INTERVIEW: Why I dumped my law degree for bodyguarding – Kelvin Power, Kizz Daniel's bodyguard "I see Kizz Daniel as my 'wife' and everything, so I guard passionately and zealously. Maybe that was what inspired the trending video on social media. So when I am out with him, whatever happens, it is on God." Terrorists kill several travellers along federal highway Mr Bolarin said her body was discovered on Sunday morning after members of her church went to her home because she did not attend the church service. Nigeria, The Bahamas to sign visa waiver agreement The purpose of the proposed agreement between Nigeria and The Bahamas is to facilitate the entry of citizens of both countries who are holders of valid diplomatic and official passports, into their respective countries. Wike hosts Rivers' National Assembly caucus, restates conditions for peace with Gov Fubara Mr Wike restated the condition to maintain peace with Rivers State governor, Mr Fubara, while hosting members of the Rivers State caucus in the National Assembly on Thursday. Copyright © 2023 PremiumTimes, All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: newsletter@premiumtimesng.com Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list.