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KALU HAILS SECRETARY TO THE GOVERNMENT OF THE FEDERATION (SGF), BOSS MUSTAPHA AT 65
Former Governor of Abia State and Chief Whip of the Senate, Dr. Orji Kalu has described the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Mr Boss Mustapha as a seasoned public administrator with proven track record of achievements in the private and public sectors. Extolling the virtues of Mustapha, Kalu commended the SGF
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BREAKING: Bandits kill 20 in reprisal attack in Niger community
From John Adams, Minna Armed bandits in their large numbers, on Friday night invaded Magami community in the Shiroro local government area of Niger state killing no fewer than 20 villagers in what source close to the community said was a reprisal attack by the gunmen. A number of the villagers are said to be
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162 civil servants for ASCON higher course in Delta
From Paul Osuyi, Asaba Civil servants have be reminded of the need to demonstrate loyalty in driving the vision and agenda of the government of the day for the benefit of the entire society. Head of Service in Delta State, Reginald Bayoko handed down the charge in Asaba while declaring open the 17th edition of
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My students will no longer be jobless- Kogi varsity VC
From Emmanuel Adeyemi Lokoja The Vice-Chancellor of Kogi State University, Ayingba, Prof Marietu Ohunene Tenuche has said no students of the university will be jobless– after graduation again as the school has made adequate provisions for the training of all cadres of students in skill acquisition so that they can be self-reliant The vice chancellor
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Plateau: Coalition condemns call for GOC 3 Division’s removal
From Okwe Obi, Abuja The Coalition of Plateau State Advocates (COPSA), has condemned renewed calls in some quarters for the redeployment of the General Officer Commanding (GOC) 3 Division of the Nigerian Army in Jos, Plateau State, Maj.-Gen. IS Ali, in the face of recent killings in some communities. Recall that 22 people were killed
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Ikpeazu’s CoS loses wife
From Okey Sampson, Umuahia Chief of Staff (CoS) to governor Okezie Ikpeazu of Abia state, Anthony Agbazuere was reported to have lost his wife. The wife of the CoS, Mrs. Onyinyechi Agbazuere according to a close aide died in the early hours of Saturday. Although details surrounding her death was still sketchy, however, it was gathered
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NEXIM extends credit facility to Abia for Enyimba Economic city
From Okey Sampson, Umuahia The Nigeria Export – Import Bank (NEXIM) has extended credit facility to Abia State Government to assist in the development of the Enyimba Economic city (EEC) in the state. This was disclosed in Aba by the special adviser to Abia State Governor on Social Investment, Chinenye Nwogu while speaking during the
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Insecurity: FG shutdown mobile network in Zamfara
From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja Following the rising cases of banditry and kidnapping in Zamfara, the federal government has directed all telecommunications companies to shut down their services in the State. In a leaked memo issued by Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Umar Danbatta and addressed to the Managing Director of one
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Terrorism: FG begins food distribution in Borno
From Okwe Obi, Abuja The Federal Government has flagged off the distribution of food and non-food items in Borno state, to assuage the plights of residents affected by the scourge of insecurity. Government, through the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Disaster Management and Social Development Sadiya Umar Farouq, said that the aim was to address the
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Prof. Ripu Ranjan Sinha, appointed VC West coast International university of science, technology, management and Arts
From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja Dr Rajat Sharma has been appointed member Global Board Trustee and Pro Vice Chancellor of Crown University International Chartered Inc Santa Cruz Province in Argentina, official partners constituent campuses in Africa, Asia and associates world wide Prof. Aremu disclosed this to journalists in Abuja, through his Senior Special Assistant on media
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Keyamo: I’ll put pressure on security agents to track killers of Sowore’s brother
Minister of State, Labour and Employment, Festus Keyamo (SAN), says himself and other compatriots will pressurise law-enforcement agents to track down the killers of Olajide Sowore, younger brother of former presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore. The minister stated this in a condolence letter to the activist on Saturday. It had been reported that kidnappers around
Strike: JOHESU, AHPA issue 15-day ultimatum to FG
Regina Otokpa, Abuja Thirty three days into the resident doctors’ strike, health workers under the Joint Health Sector Unions (JOHESU) and Assembly of Healthcare Professional Association (AHPA), have asked the Federal Government to address the outstanding welfare issues with the union within the next 15 days or risk a nationwide indefinite strike by members. The ultimatum
Lai: Some people now use ‘deep fake news’ to diminish govt’s success
Minister of Information, Lai Mohammed, has raised the alarm over the use of “deep fake news” to diminish the successes of the Federal Government. Speaking on Saturday during the 64th conference of the United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO), in Sal Island, Cape Verde, the minister said fake news has become a weapon to
JUST IN: Omoyele Sowere’s brother allegedly shot dead by killer herdsmen
Olajide Sowore, the younger brother of Sahara Reporters editor, Omoyele, has been killed by suspected herders, according to the activist. Omoyele Sowore stated his brother was killed on Saturday morning while traveling from Benin to Ondo by armed men suspected to be herders by witnesses. He was a pharmacy student at the Igbinedion University,
Redeem N10bn IDPs pledge, Plateau APC Elders’ Council appeals to FG
Musa Pam, Jos The Plateau State All Progressives Congress (APC) Elders’ Council has appealed to the Federal Government to as matter of urgency redeem the pledge of N10 billion it made to the state for the rebuilding and resettlement of the IDPs as well as reconciliation processes. The Elders also appeals to the Ministry
APC LG Congress: Dare advocates inclusiveness, unity
Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Chief Sunday Dare has called on leaders, chieftains, members and stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State to embrace an inclusive and transparent congress in a bid to achieve peace and unity in the party. Dare while stressing the need to uphold the ideals of
Wenger mulls possible Arsenal return
Former Arsenal manager, Arsene Wenger has remarked that his return to the struggling English Premiership side should not be ruled out. The Frenchman left Arsenal in 2018 after being in charge for 22 years. Although currently employed by FIFA as Chief of Global Football Development, Wenger has admitted missing being a manager. Mirror in
BBNaija: Missing condoms, Angel clears self of love-making
Big Brother Naija season 6 housemate, Angel has denied reports that she has made love in the house. Recall that Maria had complained of missing condoms in the house before her eviction. She suspected that some housemates have been making love in the house as condoms keep reducing. WhiteMoney speaking to Angel on Friday
Insecurity: NCC shuts telecoms services in Zamfara, neighbouring states
Samson Akintaro The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has directed all telecommunications providers to shut down services in Zamfara State from Friday, September 3, 2021. This, the telecoms regulator said was as a result of the insecurity in the state. This came as the last move that may totally shut down every economic activity in the
Fate of Afghan holdout valley hangs in balance amid heavy fighting
The fate of Afghanistan’s Panjshir Valley – the final holdout against Taliban control – hangs in the balance as heavy fighting continues. Taliban sources told Reuters news agency that they had seized the area, but the resistance fighters they are battling denied this, reports the BBC. One of the resistance leaders, Amrullah Saleh, dismissed
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