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One person lost their life and many were hurt in a crowd rush at President Paul Kagame’s election rally, reported Rwanda’s national TV station. “One person died and 37 others were injured in a stampede that occurred during the RPF-Inkotanyi campaigns in Rubavu on Sunday,” the state-run Rwanda Broadcasting Agency reported, using the official name for Kagame’s party. “The Ministry of Local Government asked those participating in the campaign to follow the instructions and regulations aimed at ensuring safety and security,” the broadcaster added. This is ahead of a vote widely expected to extend the incumbent’s 24-year rule. Kagame has…

UK Princess Royal, Anne has landed in hospital after suffering minor injuries to her head and a concussion after it is believed she was kicked by a horse on her Gatcombe Park estate. The Princess Royal, an Olympic-medal-winning horsewoman, was walking on her Gloucestershire estate Sunday evening when the incident occurred. Emergency services attended and, after receiving medical care on site, she was transferred to Southmead Hospital in Bristol for tests, treatment, and observation. Buckingham Palace said in a statement: “The Princess Royal has sustained minor injuries and concussion following an incident on the Gatcombe Park estate yesterday evening. “Her…

Dele Alake, Minister of Solid Minerals Development says the exportation of gold sourced in Nigeria is capable of boosting Nigeria’s foreign reserve. He revealed that more than 70kg of gold sourced in Nigeria have been refined for exports, while over $5 million has been added to the nations foreign assets reserve from the sales of the mineral. He disclosed this while presenting gold bars to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu over the weekend, according to a statement by Segun Tomori, the minister’s special assistant on media. Presenting the latest gold bar, sourced from artisanal and small gold miners and refined by…

Sequel to the release of a report containing a list of Politically Exposed Nigerians (PEPs) with expensive properties in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAEs), it is important to bring the statements of some Nigerian leaders back to the fore. The list was released as part of ‘Dubai Unlocked,’ a six-month probe of UAE’s booming and secretive property market led by the Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project (OCCRP) together with more than 70 media partners. Interestingly, Nasir El-Rufai, immediate-past Governor of Kaduna State made the list. Sometimes ago, El-Rufai claimed that the only house he owns anywhere in the world…

About 200 Nigerian politicians and security officers have invested nearly $1 billion (N1.49 trillion) in Dubai real estate over the past two decades. This is according to an exclusive Businessday report. The report is from an investigation tagged ‘Dubai Unlocked,’ a six-month probe of UAE’s booming and secretive property market led by the Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project (OCCRP) together with more than 70 media partners. The investigation revealed Wives and children of politically exposed persons (PEPs), court judges and top civil servants are in the pool. Economy Post is reportedly the sole Nigerian company involved in the project.…

The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has raised an alarm over alleged plan by Governor Ahmed Aliyu of Sokoto State to depose the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III. The Executive Director of MURIC, Prof. Isiaq Akintola, raised the alarm in a statement on Monday. The development is coming amid the controversy and tension over the deposition of some monarchs in Kano State. Governor Aliyu of Sokoto had earlier deposed 15 traditional rulers for various offences. “Feelers in circulation indicate that the governor may descend on the Sultan of Sokoto any moment from now using any of the flimsy…

The Oyo State Road Maintenance Agency (OYSROMA) has commenced the repair of bad portions of some roads within Ibadan metropolis. It was gathered that OYSROMA would also work on the drainage problem in the areas designated for repairs. Busoye Ogunlade, chairman, OYSROMA, who disclosed this in Ibadan Friday said residents of Zion Plaza – Olusoji Avenue linking Alao Akala Expressway, Ibadan are hopeful of relief as repair works have begun in earnest. “We are looking at having an Oyo State with zero potholes, with clearly defined outcomes of smooth roads, that will aid our socio-economic development,” Ogunlade said. According to…

Niger State Governor Umaru Bago criticized the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) for the perceived mistreatment of Nigerian pilgrims in Mecca during the 2024 Hajj in Saudi Arabia. The Zamfara helmsman appreciated the Saudi Arabia government for their hospitality and commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his efforts. However, he lamented that the NAHCON which is saddled with the responsibility of making sure that all pilgrims from the country performed the Hajj ritual comfortably failed to live up to it’s expected functions. “If I assess the 2024 Hajj exercise, I will tell you that Nigeria has failed and continued…

Nigerian Superstar, David Adeleke popularly known as Davido and friends of his bride-to-be, Chioma Rowland, surprised her with a late night bridal shower on Sunday. This was spotted in a viral video in which Chioma was seen dancing and enjoying herself as she was serenaded by Iyanya. She wore a crown and a sash that read “Bride-to-be” as her loved ones cheered her on. This surprise party comes ahead of her big day with Davido, who shared pre-wedding photos on Sunday. The bridal shower was held at the waterside venue Lekki on Sunday. Get instant and latest news updates via…

There are strong indications that the ongoing minimum wage talks by Organised Labour, the Federal Government, 36 states, and 774 Local Governments may end up with a ₦70,000 compromise deal. According to a THISDAY report, an executive bill from President Bola Tinubu would still be sent to the National Assembly any moment next week, as the tripartite committee recommended ₦62,000 minimum wage. However, as it did in 2019, the NASS might approve more than what was sent to it by the president. A member of the tripartite committee, who spoke to THISDAY on condition of anonymity, said Tinubu has concluded…