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Atiku urges PDP, LP, others to unite against APC

View this email in your browser Headlines Atiku urges PDP, LP, others to unite against APC Atiku, who decried what he described as a gradual slide of Nigeria into a one-party state, said the opposition parties needed to come together to challenge the ruling APC to save Nigeria's democracy. 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! Blackout looms as Nigerian electricity workers join labour unions' strike The NUEE members' strike could throw the country into darkness, given the workers' critical roles in electricity distribution in the country. NLC Strike: TCN debunks national grid shutdown "We hereby note that the nation's grid is intact and supplying bulk electricity to distribution load centres nationwide," the TCN said. NLC/TUC strike unwarranted, illegal, against national interest – Presidency The Presidency said calling out workers on a national strike over a personal issue of a labour leader despite a clear court order against any industrial action amounts to an abuse of privilege. Most Recent Stories Aircraft skids off runway at Port Harcourt airport The aircraft, a CRJ 900 Bombardier with registration number 5N – BXR which had 67 passengers and five crew members on board landed around 3:30 p.m. Read More Reps seek FG's intervention in deportation of Nigerians from Saudi Arabia The House said the Saudi authorities must respect Nigerian airlines based on the reciprocal principle of the Bilateral Air Service Agreement (BASA). Israel-Hamas war cannot be compared to Russia-Ukraine war – Zelenskyy "Ukraine is in a full-scale war with Russia… it is a war on one state by another, unprovoked," Mr Zelenskyy said, alluding to Hamas' attack on Israel that led to the recent tragedy that has gone on for almost six weeks now. Oshiomhole speaks on assault on NLC president The former APC national chairperson said, based on what he termed "hierarchy of needs" and the current challenges facing Nigerians, the issue of minimum of wage should have been their concern. Soldiers arrest suspected gunrunners, kidnappers, rescue hostages in Plateau, Kaduna The military said the arrests were made between October and November. It said 15 suspects were apprehended while committing various crimes. Annual Banking Report - Measuring Banks' Resilience Videos Akwa Ibom joins nationwide labour strike Business Nigeria's environment not attractive for investment – Experts The experts explained that instability and uncertainty among other factors have made the nation's economy too risky for investments. NLC Strike: TCN debunks national grid shutdown The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) on Tuesday described a report alleging that it shut down the national grid over labour unions' strike as "false and misleading". Editorial cartoon of the day Arts and Entertainment Botched Bum Surgery: Nigerian sets up $6000 GoFundMe for transgender Jay Boogie Jay Boogie, whose real name is Daniel Nsika, had lamented expending his life savings on diapers as he cried out for financial support from the public. 'Shanty Town', 'Herdsmen', 'Underbelly' dominate Best of Nollywood Awards nomination list Shanty Town, a 2023 Nigerian crime thriller created by Xavier Ighorodje Chichi Nworah and produced by Chinenye Nworah, bagged 15 of the total 29 categories of the BON Awards. Opinion Corporate organisations and global terrorism enablement, By Ismail Olalere Fundamentally, there are several assumptions why corporations might get involved in terrorism financing. One of the reasons is when businesss leaders are not diligent in monitoring their financial activities, they may unwittingly become involved in money laundering for terrorists. Some corporations may be part of global supply chains that provide resources, such as weapons, technology, or even everyday supplies, that can be diverted for terrorist purposes. Weaknesses in supply chain security can allow terrorists to access these resources. Whither our democracy?, By Jideofor Adibe I will propose another Constitutional Conference to fashion a hybrid form of presidential and parliamentary systems of government that will be most suitable for our environment. I will also recommend an integration of a rotational collegial presidency made up of six people (one from each of the six geopolitical zones) into any form of governance system that is recommended. The six members of the Presidential Council will take turns of two years each to be President of the Council… Promoted Wisdom woven in time: A tribute to our father, Mallam Adamu M. Fika, By Hadiza Adamu Fika Baba's guidance and wisdom were steadfast pillars in our lives, enduring and consistently influential. Wabote canvases increased crude oil, gas production to avert importation for refineries According to Mr Wabote, "it will be a sad outcome if we stop the importation of refined petroleum products only to replace it with the importation of crude oil for use in our local refineries." Xiaomi's phenomenal rise: Now the 2nd-largest smartphone vendor in Nigeria Xiaomi's rapid ascent can be attributed to its unwavering commitment to delivering powerful, innovative products that consistently surprise and delight the Nigerian market. Sports Osimhen gets new manager as De Laurentiis sacks Garcia Former manager Walter Mazzarri is the new man in charge of steering the affairs of his Italian club for the next two years. How I was 'robbed' of CAF African Player of the Year Award-Mikel Since 1999 when Kanu Nwankwo was voted as Africa's best, no other Nigerian has claimed the continent's top individual award. Fact Checker Misleading! Pre-marked ballot papers were not discovered at Tubman High School polling centre Claim: "Pre-marked ballot papers were identified at Williams V. S. Tubman High School within district #8 with precinct code 30348." A news media outlet, Today Liberia TV, made this claim. False! Gongloe didn't threaten to prosecute Urey for stealing Claim: Smart News Liberia, an online media Institution, has reported that a former presidential candidate, now an associate of the opposition Unity Party, has vowed to prosecute former maritime boss Benoni Urey for stealing the government's money. Health MDC'23: How AI can shape primary healthcare future in Africa – Experts Artificial Intelligence (AI) could be what Africa needs to build a resilient society primary health care system and ensure adequate and quality health services for all. 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.