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The former Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rep. Femi Gbajabiamila, has had his seat declared vacant by the incumbent Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rep. Tajudeen Abbas, following his resignation. The declaration followed Gbajabiamila’s letter of resignation in Abuja on Wednesday at the plenary under personal explanation. Abbas, after receiving the letter and reading it to members, said, “We have today declared the seat of Surulere Lagos Constituency vacant following Gbajabiamila said in his letter of resignation addressed to the Speaker that he would be taking up a new role as the Chief of Staff (CoS) to President…

Former Speaker of the House of Representatives, Femi Gbajabiamila, has resigned his membership in the 10th House. According to Chronicle NG reports, he presented his letter of resignation on the floor of the house, and it was read by the newly sworn-in speaker, Tajudeen Abbas, on Wednesday. Following his resignation, he is expected to resume his new role as Chief of Staff to President Bola Tinubu today. Recall that the former Speaker had been inaugurated alongside his colleagues on Tuesday. With Gbajabiamila’s resignation from his role as Speaker of the House, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) will now conduct…

President Bola Tinubu has signed the long-awaited Nigeria Data Protection Bill (NDPB), 2023, into law. Chronicle NG reports that the NDPB Act, 2023, provides a legal framework for the protection of personal information and the practice of data protection in Nigeria. Dr. Vincent Olatunji, NDPB’s commissioner, said this at the NDPD Strategic Roadmap and Action Plan (SRAP) validation workshop in Abuja. The bill was sent to the Senate and House of Representatives for consideration and passage on Tuesday, April 4, 2023, via a letter from former President Muhammadu Buhari.

Brighton have completed the club record signing of Brazil forward Joao Pedro from Watford on a five-year deal. The 21-year-old, who joined the Hornets in 2020, moves to the Premier League club for a fee of just under £30 million. Brilliant Brighton end Man City’s winning streak Brighton agreed a deal on May 5, and Pedro was able to complete his switch once the summer transfer window opened. “Joao has been a long-term target of ours and has also attracted a lot of interest from across Europe,” Brighton technical director David Weir said. “He’s a brilliant young talent with an…

Former Chelsea player and manager John Hollins has died at age 76, the club said. Hollins made almost 600 appearances as a player for the club, scoring 64 times during his two spells at Stamford Bridge between 1963 and 1984. He was appointed manager in 1985, a position he held for three years. “He was a hero to the fans of this club, and he is very much that to me,” Chelsea board member Daniel Finkelstein said. “He was at the heart of one of Chelsea’s greatest teams, and, as well as contributing to its trophy success, he expressed its…

Real Madrid have completed the signing of England midfielder Jude Bellingham from Borussia Dortmund on a six-year deal. The Spanish giants will pay 103 million euros (£88.5 million) for the 19-year-old, in addition to various potential add-ons. If those add-ons are achieved, the deal could reach 133.9 million euros (£115 million). Bellingham, who started his career at Birmingham City, will be presented as a Real Madrid player at a ceremony on Thursday. “Thank you to everyone at BVB [Dortmund] and to the fans for everything over the past three years,” Bellingham said. “It’s been an honour to wear your jersey…

The Inspector General of Police, Usman Baba, has ordered the assessment and promotion of traffic wardens to ensure officers career progression and welfare. Chronicle NG reports in a statement by the police spokesperson, Muyiwa Adejobi. Promotional Exam: Accountant allegedly caught cheating sues NOUN, others “The Inspector-General of Police, Usman Baba, in continuation of his drive to ensure the elevation of deserving officers of the Force to their next ranks on the basis of years in service, experience, and qualification, and his unwavering dedication to ensuring robust and equitable career progression within the Nigeria Police Force, has ordered the assessment of…

Former Speaker and new Chief of Staff, Femi Gbajabiamila, is expected to tender his resignation as a lawmaker on the floor of the House of Representatives today. I shall give my best when I take office – Gbajabiamila The former Speaker will have to step down to be able to focus on the task of serving as Chief of Staff. Concerns had emerged as to how he was going to manage both roles given that the former Speaker had been inaugurated alongside his colleagues on Tuesday and had voted as well for the leadership of the House. However, exclusive information…

Uber, the ride-hailing transport company, has increased its base fares in Nigeria following the current fuel subsidy removal. Drivers protested against the new development because it did not reflect their demands. Chronicle NG reports that in an official communication from Uber to its drivers, the company adjusted the minimum fare on Uber X from 850 to 1200. This price adjustment means customers will now pay N25 per minute. Part of the statement to drivers read, “We are confident that these changes will have a positive impact on your earnings opportunity, and we will continue to work on initiatives that help…

Former President Donald Trump has pleaded not guilty to 37 charges related to the alleged mishandling of classified documents. Trump’s lawyers asked for a jury trial during the former president’s arraignment Tuesday at a federal courthouse in Miami. “We most certainly enter a plea of not guilty,” Donald  attorney Todd Blanche told the judge. During the hearing, Donald  sat hunched over with his arms crossed and a scowl on his face. He did not speak. Trump’s aide and co-defendant, Walt Nauta, was also arrested, fingerprinted, and processed. He had an initial appearance Tuesday but will not be arraigned until June…