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Israel has vowed to extract heavy retaliation after Iran showered nearly 200 ballistic missiles on Tel Aviv and other cities in south and central parts of the country. Israeli military spokesman described it as a “serious attack”. Israel Defense Forces spokesperson, Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari, vowed that the act by Iran “will have consequences”. “We are on heightened alert on defense and offensive, we will protect the citizens of Israel. This [missile] fire will have consequences. We have plans, and we will act,” he said in a televised speech. Meanwhile, world leaders, including Israel’s allies in the West, including the…

…Tension as Region Braces for Israel’s Retaliations The Middle East tilted towards a full-blown war on Tuesday as Iran launched hundreds of missiles at Israel in retaliation for recent strategic strikes by the Jewish state on Iranian proxies of Hezbollah in Lebanon, Houthi Rebels in Yemen and other parts of the region. Sources said sirens blazed across major cities in south and central Israel on Tuesday, as nearly 200 ballistic missiles rained down on the tiny Jewish state. It was the second time Iran would attack Israel after a similar attack in April Israel has vowed retaliation, stating, “We have…

by Deborah Nnamdi Thugs on Tuesday took over the designated protest ground used during the August #EndBadGovernance protest in Rumuokwuta, Obio – Akpor Local Government Area in Rivers State. The venue was earlier announced as the state’s gathering point for the ‘FearlessInOctober’ demonstration against economic hardship in the country. Cane-wielding hoodlums, however, took over the ground, saying they don’t want any protest in Rivers State. The thugs allegedly threatened to beat up any journalist who dared film them. Similar protests are being held in other parts of the country like Lagos and Abuja as Nigeria celebrates its 64th independence anniversary.…

By Deborah Nnamdi The Rivers State Bureau on Public Procurement (RSBOPP) has embarked on a training session for local government staff to promote transparency and accountability in public procurement at the grassroots level. According to the Acting Director-General of RSBOPP, Dr Inie Briggs, the initiative is aimed at enhancing the understanding and implementation of public procurement laws and regulations at the local level. Briggs said the training of Heads of Local Government, Directors, and other senior council staff of the 23 Councils of the state in Port Harcourt, comes at an opportune time, with new local government executives set to assume…

The Editor, on behalf of the management and staff of NDN, heartily felicitates President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, and the people of Nigeria on the occasion of Nigeria’s 64th Independence Anniversary.

President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to alleviating the rising cost of living in Nigeria. In his Independence Day address on Tuesday, he acknowledged the economic challenges faced by Nigerians, particularly the high cost of food and other essential goods. “The central concern of our people today is the high cost of living, especially food costs. This issue is not unique to Nigeria but is a global challenge as prices continue to rise worldwide. Rest assured that we are implementing various measures to reduce the cost of living here at home.” The President also praised several state governors…

ExxonMobil Corporation’s sale of its Nigerian onshore assets to Seplat Energy is expected to receive final approval in the coming days, following clearance from the country’s regulatory body, President Bola Tinubu announced on Tuesday. The $1.28 billion transaction, which was first unveiled in 2022, has been closely monitored by industry experts, and many see it as a bellwether for future deals. Analysts believe the successful completion of this sale could pave the way for other transactions, including Shell’s asset sale to Renaissance earlier this year, which is also awaiting regulatory approval. The Nigerian president made the revelation in a televised…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reassured Nigerians that the ongoing reforms are essential for the country’s future, emphasizing that while the decisions may be tough, they are necessary to place Nigeria on a solid path towards development and growth. Tinubu highlighted that his administration initiated sweeping economic reforms to halt the “business-as-usual” mentality and prevent national decline. He further emphasised that reforms within the nation’s defence framework aimed to tackle insecurity and defeat terrorism effectively. Despite the numerous challenges Nigeria has faced, the President expressed confidence in the nation’s resilience, stating that it remains strong, united, and viable. He also…

TEXT OF NATIONAL BROADCAST BY PRESIDENT BOLA AHMED TINUBU ON THE 64TH INDEPENDENCE ANNIVERSARY OF THE FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA OCTOBER 1, 2024 Fellow Nigerians, as I address you today, I am deeply aware of the struggles many of you face in these challenging times. Our administration knows that many of you struggle with rising living costs and the search for meaningful employment. I want to assure you that your voices are heard. As your President, I assure you that we are committed to finding sustainable solutions to alleviate the suffering of our citizens. Once again, I plead for your…

By Deborah Nnamdi Residents of Aneke Lane in Mile 2 area of Diobu, Port Harcourt, have been left perplexed after a man simply identified as Erika, absconded with his neighbour’s six-months-old baby, leaving the distraught mother in agony. Local sources said Erika (probably a pseudonym), who hailed from Akwa Ibom State, had barely lived in the compound for two months when he fobbed the mother out of her child and fled the compound on Sunday. One source said, “The man only recently moved into the company where he ran dog meat (404) business. He killed and sold dog meat at…