SANTOS, Brazil (AP) Thousands of mourners, including high school students and supreme court justices, began filing past the body of Pel on Monday on the century-old field where he made his hometown team one of Brazil's best. And US Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden also urged authorities to end the "violent crackdown on protesters". 2010 May - President Umaru Yar'Adua dies after a long illness. But for the nearly half of voters in support of Mr Tinubu, it was a time for celebration. 2014 November - Boko Haram launches a series of attacks in northeastern Nigeria, capturing several towns near Lake Chad and running raids into neighbouring Chad and Cameroon in early 2015. Supreme Court upholds Buhari's election over Atiku. 1994 - Moshood Abiola arrested after proclaiming himself president. The National Universities Commission said concerns expressed on the security of staff, students and properties of our respective institutions, were a factor in the decision, in a letter to universities signed by Chris Maiyaki, its deputy executive secretary. The Labour Party Maj-Gen Johnson Aguiyi-Ironsi forms military government. I beg you in the name of God, you are a mother, help me investigate and find out what happened. The Chief of Staff to Gov. VideoRussian minister laughed at for Ukraine war claims, The children left behind in Cuba's mass exodus, Xi Jinping's power grab - and why it matters, Snow, Fire and Lights: Photos of the Week. In remarks before the ceremony, Mr Tinubu also echoed this message. Wanting to make the best out of her youthful life, she pursued her education doggedly. President Buhari did not directly refer to the shootings in a statement on Wednesday, but called on people to have patience as police reforms "gather pace", and appealed for "understanding and calm". The oldest fossil remains found by archaeologists in the southwestern area of Iwo Eleru, near Akure, have been dated to about 9000 bce. Rights group Amnesty International cites death toll of 500, authorities say about 20 died. #EndSARS pic.twitter.com/q9mwUXJeuV, Shailja Patel (@shailjapatel) October 21, 2020. We just want to be able to live in a country where we can survive, where we can thrive, where we have an opportunity to grow and that has been denied to us for many years.. by a divided opposition. Veteran politician, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has been declared Nigerias president-elect. In the creeks of the Niger Delta, criminals frequently break into the pipelines and take the oil to illegal refineries. We call for an end to violence. Protests have taken place in the UK, South Africa and Kenya against police brutality in Nigeria, while officials around the world condemned Tuesday's events. ABUJA, Nigeria (AP) New clashes Tuesday between protesters and security forces in southern Nigeria left at least one person injured, amid demonstrations against a cash shortage caused by the West African nation's push to rapidly phase out its old currency notes. by wild jubilation in his strongholds in the south-west. 1. LAGOS, Nigeria (AP) Teenage climate activists in Nigeria's largest city are recycling trash into runway outfits for a Trashion Show.. 1998 - Gen Sani Abacha dies and is succeeded by Maj-Gen Abdulsalami Abubakar. 2017 December - Clashes between herders in Benue and Taraba states prompt thousands to flee. A weakening economy, rising insecurity and violent conflicts threaten progress made in its democratic development. Nigeria's opposition Labour Party is to mount a legal challenge against the presidential election victory of Bola Tinubu of the governing APC. Lagos, Nigeria - Mass had just ended. clear that 87 million voters cards have been collected since 2011. for some hours. Babajide Sanwo-Olu (@jidesanwoolu) October 21, 2020. 2004 August-September - Deadly clashes between gangs in oil city of Port Harcourt prompts strong crackdown by troops. This hurts the country's economy and also causes environmental damage. screen from a TV channel with people heard off-camera joking about the total for the ruling APC party, because the EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell said it was "alarming to learn that several people have been killed and injured during the ongoing protests", adding it is "crucial" to bring those responsible to justice. The calls for police reform have morphed into chants that President Buhari must go. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Mr Tayo Ayinde, on Saturday promised that Badagry would not be taken for granted when the governor succeeds in his second term bid. Take action now to demand justice for those who died standing against police violence in Nigeria. ABUJA, Nigeria (AP) Nigeria on Wednesday launched newly designed currency notes, a move that the West African nation's central bank says will help curb inflation and money laundering. table displayed on a television screen, which we've found matches the results from Delta state. physically going to collect their voter cards. Rev. The men found on the Alithini II oil tanker at the Las Palmas port on Monday afternoon appeared to have symptoms of dehydration and hypothermia and were transferred to hospitals on the island for medical attention, according to Spain's Maritime Safety and Rescue Society. The opposition says the results were rigged; it is calling for fresh polls. 2012 January - More than 100 killed in single day of co-ordinated bombings and shootings in Kano, shortly after Boko Haram tells Christians to quit the north. The street lights were then shut off before the shooting began. Many of them had been at the site of the shooting the night before and recounted horrifying stories of seeing other protesters shot before their eyes. Nigeria stowaways who survived 11 days on ship rudder must go home, London museum repatriates looted Benin bronzes to Nigeria, Stowaways found on a ship's rudder in Spain's Canary Islands, London museum returns looted Benin bronzes to Nigeria, 5% off all bookings with this Travelodge discount code, Save 200 on 2023 holidays with this TUI discount code, Extra 10% off hotel bookings with this Barcelo discount code, Family memberships from just 83.40 a year at National Trust, 20% off regular test rates with this Hotels.com discount code, 5% off select bookings using this Agoda discount code, Take up to 20% off last-minute flight bookings. ABUJA, Nigeria (AP) Nigeria will deploy more than 400,000 security personnel ahead of the presidential election next week amid fears that Islamic extremists or secessionists could try to disrupt the vote. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. ABUJA, Nigeria (AP) Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari said Thursday that the country's redesigned currency would bolster the upcoming presidential election, appealing for an end to violent protests over a resulting cash shortage that has led to daylong lines at banks, business closures and people unable to pay for basic needs. tweeted about what he called INEC magic, It's clear from watching the official announcement ceremony, Nigeria's stolen oil, the military and a man named Government. An American citizen abducted last week in Niger has been rescued during a high-risk U.S. military raid in neighboring Nigeria, officials told ABC News early Saturday. Bola Tinubu, 70, is declared the winner of Nigeria's election despite opposition calls for a rerun. "I look forward to working together to grow our security and trade ties, opening up opportunities for businesses and creating prosperity in both our countries," Mr Sunak said in a tweet. ABUJA, Nigeria (AP) Margret Yamas phone screensaver is a picture of her cousin, Rifkatu Galang, who is still held by Boko Haram extremists nearly nine years after she and 275 other girls were seized from their school in northeastern Nigeria. ABUJA, Nigeria (AP) Violent attacks targeting Nigerias election commission offices are raising concerns about the security of the West African country's upcoming elections in February. ABUJA, Nigeria (AP) Nigeria on Tuesday began drilling oil and natural gas in the countrys northern region, anticipating a boost to the nation's finances even as the new energy supplies face the threat from theft and extremist activity. President Obasanjo's People's Democratic Party wins parliamentary majority. 1809 - Islamic Sokoto caliphate is founded in north. Among the dead were many children, he said. Three police officers and a paramilitary official were killed in the attack in Imo State on a convoy carrying the former governor Ikedi Ohakim, Police Commissioner Mohammed Barde said. Police in Rivers State said the blast was caused by thieves who were trying to steal oil. The Lagos State government, yesterday, ordered a coroners inquest to ascertain the cause of death of a 12-year-old Chrisland School student, Whitney Omodesola Adeniran, who died on February 9, 2023. TABAWA, Nigeria (AP) When the floodwaters reached Aisha Alis hut made of woven straw mats and raffia palms, she packed up what belongings she could and set off on foot with her eight youngest children. News. About Press Copyright Contact us Creators Advertise Developers Terms Privacy Policy & Safety How YouTube works Test new features Press Copyright Contact us Creators . News. It was an emotional scene, yesterday, as Whitney Adeniran, the 12-year-old student of Chrisland . right to expect them to do better. Transfer takes place in 2008. Outgoing President Muhammadu Buhari congratulated Mr Tinubu, who was the ruling partys candidate. Saudi Arabia on Saturday put to death two men, including one convicted of attempting to blow up an oil facility, bringing to six the number of executions this year, state media reported. Fighting the powerful criminal gangs terrorising rural Nigeria. Here are five notable events that happened in Nigeria today (30/10/2019). time - so the 27% turnout might be reflective of the actual voting strength in The Guardian gathered that the incident occurred at the weekend while the governor, I Know this might be seen as self-glorification, but what does it matter? I have spoken with President Buhari, who is committed to this end, and has begun the processes that will lead to reform. For clarity, it is imperative to explain that no governor controls the rules of engagement of the army. The BBCs reporters witnessed first-hand celebratory marches The declaration of Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the candidate for the They came to my house and knelt down. 2000 - Adoption of Islamic Sharia law by several northern states in the face of opposition from Christians. Armed men attacked the station in Igueben town in Edo State kidnapping an unknown number of people waiting to board, said Chidi Nwabuzor, the police spokesman for Edo State, in a statement. Tension over the issue results in hundreds of deaths in clashes between Christians and Muslims. Criminal gangs known locally as "bandits" in northwest and central Nigeria have scaled up attacks in recent years, kidnapping, raping and pillaging. Tomorrow will be three weeks since my baby died. Can Africa replace Russian gas supplies to Europe? It switches allegiance from al-Qaeda to the Islamic State group. Omodesola was butchered just because Chrisland kept protecting their reputation., But responding to The Guardian inquiry on the matter, spokesperson for Lagos State Police Command, Benjamin Hundeyin, said the autopsy result was not out, saying I dont know why shes saying what she said., 03 March 2023 | Timileyin said at least 50 people had been killed, though others put the figure higher. Mr Tinubu of the ruling APC party was declared the presidential election winner with 37%. Reminders of the pandemic, partygate, and more howls of . 2019 February - Presidential elections held after last-minute delay of a week. The Presidency on Monday night confirmed that. ABUJA, Nigeria (AP) Four security officials were killed in a car bomb targeting a former government official in southeast Nigeria, authorities said Tuesday. Labour's Peter Obi came third in Saturday's vote. Was voter apathy behind low turnout in Nigeria? UK. But at the age of 16, that same age 16 when women are said to be sweetest in beauty and looks, Miss Oluwakemi Jaiyesimi died, just as it was remaining all. BARCELONA, Spain (AP) Three stowaways were found on a ship's rudder in the Canary Islands after an 11-day ocean voyage from Nigeria, Spains maritime rescue service said. when people die or leave the country and with the introduction of a new electronic voting system, known as Bvas, those who cheated the system Weve had this particular situation come up for SARS for the last four years, it has been disbanded numerous times and resurfaced again, he said. 1993 June - Military annuls elections when preliminary results show victory by Chief Moshood Abiola. Police in Rivers State said the blast was caused by thieves who were trying to steal oil. 1983 August-September - President Shagari re-elected amid accusations of irregularities. 4:10 am. or inflammatory rhetoric at this critical time and seek to resolve any disputes through legal channels. In Lagos, Nigeria, on the evening of October 20, men in military uniform reportedly fired live rounds at peaceful protesters demanding an end to police brutality; at least 12 people were killed . What's the least exercise we can get away with? Annalena Baerbock, Germanys foreign minister returned the prized cultural artifacts to Nigerian officials in a ceremony in the capital Abuja. During the powerful #EndSARS protest, at least 56 people were killed by excessive use of force used by the army and police. Why Alex Murdaugh was spared the death penalty, Why Trudeau is facing calls for a public inquiry, The shocking legacy of the Dutch 'Hunger Winter'. ABUJA, Nigeria (AP) An out-of-control car crashed into a crowd at a large street party in southern Nigeria on Tuesday, leaving seven people dead and many others injured, authorities told The Associated Press. The event is relocated to Britain. After the British government assumed direct control of the Royal Niger Company's territories, the northern areas were renamed the Protectorate of Northern Nigeria, and the land in the Niger delta and along the lower reaches of the river was added to the Niger Coast Protectorate, which was renamed the Protectorate of Southern Nigeria. Gunmen opened fire on worshippers and detonated explosives at a Catholic church in southwestern Nigeria on Sunday, leaving dozens feared dead, state lawmakers said. He has urged his supporters to be calm and peaceful and await the court ruling. 2011 March - Vice-President Goodluck Jonathan wins presidential elections. They refused to investigate. Videos appearing to be from the scene of the attack showed church worshippers lying in pools of blood while people around them wailed. An explosion at a crude oil pipeline in southern Nigeria has killed at least 12 people. 1850s - British establish presence around Lagos. In a tweet, President Buhari described the pair as "two men who are true believers in Nigeria and genuinely committed to progress and development". The US has congratulated Nigerian President-elect Bola Tinubu and citizens following the just-concluded 2014 April - Boko Haram kidnaps more than 200 girls from a boarding school in northern town of Chibok, in an incident that draws major national and international outrage. I join all well-meaning persons in calling for calm, and the use of dialogue in resolving the #EndSARS impasse in Nigeria. circa 800 BC - Jos plateau settled by Nok - a neolithic and iron age civilisation. Our peace and tranquility have been attacked by the enemies of the people..
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