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The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, on Friday, said that intelligence at the disposal of the Force has revealed that foreign mercenaries are involved in the proposed nationwide protest. Addressing journalists in Abuja, Egbetokun urged all Nigerians to exercise caution and think twice before joining any demonstration group. Egbetokun said, “We have been monitoring development surrounding demonstration threats. While some groups call for violent protests, emulating Kenya’s recent events, others advocate for peaceful demonstrations. “However, some individuals promote peaceful protests with violent undertones, raising concerns about their sincerity. We have our history of violent protests in Nigeria, and…

The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has urged all groups planning to participate in the proposed nationwide protest to submit their details to the Commissioners of Police in their respective states. He spoke while addressing journalists in Abuja on Friday. He said this was to ensure the protest was peaceful. Egbetokun said, “We acknowledge the constitutional right of Nigerian citizens to peaceful assembly and protest. “However, in the interest of public safety and order, we urge all groups planning to protest to provide necessary details to the Commissioner of Police in the state where the protest is intended…

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited has announced a range of job vacancies, inviting both fresh graduates and seasoned professionals to apply. The recruitment drive aims to bring in intelligent, motivated individuals to fill various roles within the company. NNPC Limited has urged interested applicants to submit their applications through its official website. The company has emphasized that it will not be responsible for applications submitted on any other website and reiterated that it does not charge any fees for job application submissions. Below are some of the available positions and requirements: Supervisory Cadre and must fulfill the following…

A massive influx of job applications has caused technical issues on the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited’s website, leading to slow load times and difficulties for applicants. This is coming hours after the NNPC announced that it is set to hire new workers. The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited had announced a major recruitment, seeking talented and dedicated individuals to fill various positions across its departments. However, the overwhelming response from job seekers has put a strain on the company’s website, resulting in technical glitches. Checks by Chronicle NG show a 404 error on the website. “Due to unprecedented…

23 Nigerian electricity workers died in their line of duty in the first quarter of 2024. The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) disclosed this in its latest report. The report by the Commission confirmed that 23 of the workers lost their lives in 55 accidents in the first quarter of 2024. NERC disclosed that 31 others sustained injuries in the 55 accidents recorded in the period under review. “The total number of accidents in 2024/Q1 was 55, which resulted in 31 injuries and 23 fatalities,” the report revealed. A breakdown of the major causes of casualties (deaths and injuries) recorded…

The Department of State Services (DSS) has warned against the planned nationwide protests in the country. DSS said that it had already identified the sponsors of the planned protest and warned them not to proceed because it is not in Nigeria’s interest. Peter Afunanya, DSS PRO, disclosed this in a statement on Thursday. The security outfit warned that it had intelligence that the planned protest would be hijacked by hoodlums to cause chaos and extreme violence in the country. The statement alleged that the goal of the planners is to cause regime change, especially at the centre. “The DSS has…

Super Falcons of Nigeria lost 1-0 to Brazil in their opening game at the Paris 2024 Olympics. Gabi Nunes scored in the 37th minute and Brazil went on to defeat Nigeria in Group C in Bordeaux. Marta, a six-time world player of the year, started for Brazil in her sixth Olympics. The 38-year-old captain has said this will be her last major tournament with the national team. Brazil’s players were looking to send Marta off with a title in a major championship, something that has eluded her. Brazil has never won a gold medal in the Olympics but claimed silver…

The President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu, is dead. Chronicle NG learnt that he passed on in Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, on Thursday. He is the second President General of Ohanaeze to die in quick succession. This was confirmed in a statement on Thursday by Jide Iwuanyanwu, the son of the late Chief Emmanuel. According to the statement, the 82-year-old Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu died on Thursday after a brief illness. “The Iwuanyanwu family of Umuohii Atta, in Ikeduru Local Government Area of Imo State announces the demise of our patriarch, Engr Chief Emmanuel Chukwuemeka Iwuanyanwu-Ahaejiagamba Ndigbo,” the…

Former Hull City boss Liam Rosenior has been appointed manager of French club RC Strasbourg. The 40-year-old led the Tigers to seventh place in the Championship last season but was sacked in May as Hull fell short of the play-offs. He replaces Patrick Vieira, who left Strasbourg on July 18 by mutual consent. Rosenior said: “I am happy to join Racing, a historic French club, with supporters renowned for their passion and loyalty.” He told Strasbourg’s website: “I will do everything to make the [Stade de la] Meinau proud of its team and its players. I can’t wait to get…

The Attorney General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi, cautioned security agencies in the country against detaining suspects beyond the time allowed by law. Fagbemi, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria, SAN, specifically admonished security agents to always abide by the provisions of Section 35 of the 1999 Constitution in relation to the rights of suspects in their custody. Chronicle NG reports that Section 35(3) provides that an arrested person has the constitutional right to be informed within 24 hours, in a language he understands, of the facts and grounds for his arrest and detention. Speaking on…