Nigeria Breaking News Today Thursday, July 12 2018
Nigeria breaking news
This is a roundup of some of the breaking news in Nigeria for Thursday July 12 2018.
Fayose Collapses During PDP Rally As Police Fire Teargas, Surround Government House In Ekiti
Governor Ayodele Fayose of Ekiti state, reportedly collapsed during a PDP rally in the state ahead of the July 14 governorship election in the state.
The governor’s collapse follows tear gas attack by policemen on the venue of the political campaign, Naija News understands.
Senate Wants Melaye’s Security Details Restored Without Further Delay
The Federal Government have been asked on Wednesday to restore Sen. Dino Melaye’s (APC-Kogi) security details immediately.
The Senator said his security details were withdrawn by the Inspector-General of Police, Mr Idris Ibrahim, shortly before his arrest on April 23.
#Ekiti Elections: Jonathan Reminds Security Operatives Of Their Duties As Election Approches
Former President Goodluck Jonathan has said that caution must be taken by security agencies deployed in Ekiti ahead of Saturday’s Governorship election, while stating that they are their to encourage voters to people come out to vote on the day of the election, not intimidate them.
Jonathan made this appeal today in a statement by his Spokesman, Mr. Ikechukwu Eze, after the alleged rough-handling of people, including the state’s governor, Ayodele Fayose in Ado-Ekiti allegedly by security operatives.
Those Decamping From APC Are Mercenaries – Oshiomhole
The National Chairman of the APC, Adams Oshiomhole has stated that Those leaving the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) are mercenaries who joined the party for their personal interest.
He however added that those who made their grievances known to the party would be will be encouraged to remain and their fears allayed.
Naira Sells At N358.5 To Dollar At Parallel Market
The Naira on Wednesday appreciated marginally against the dollar at the parallel market in Lagos, exchanging at N358.50 to the dollar.
Newsmen report that the Nigerian currency was 10 kobo stronger than N358.60 to the dollar traded on Tuesday, while the Pound Sterling and the Euro closed at N478 and N417.5, respectively.
No Hard Feelings Over My Removal, impeached Plateau Speaker Says
Mr. Peter Azi, the impeached Speaker of Plateau House of Assembly has said on Wednesday that he is not moved by his removal.
Members of the Plateau State house of Assembly unanimously removed by his Azi representing representing Jos North-East Constituency in a dramatic sitting on Wednesday.
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