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Bagudu inspects Jega road project, promises sustained development
From Olanrewaju Lawal, Birnin Kebbi Kebbi state Governor, Senator Abubakar Atiku Bagudu has reiterated the commitment of his administration to sustain the infrastructural development of the state. Bagudu said his administration would give premium to peoples oriented projects that would have impact on the social and economic well being of the people of the state
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Devongnosis partners US Embassy on forensic training for Nigeria Police Force
From Charity Nwakaudu and Ajiri Daniels, Abuja Global network of experienced professionals and consultants, Devongnosis Education Limited, in partnership with the International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs section of the US Embassy, has trained officers of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) on basic crime scene investigation and forensics. The training is to enhance the skill
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Polio: Jigawa LG targets 57,145 children for immunisation
The Jigawa State Primary Healthcare Development Agency (NPHCDA), says it has targeted 57,145 children for inoculation against polio in the second round exercise in Malammadori Local Government Area of the state. Malam Usman Binyaminu, the state Technical Facilitator, disclosed this at the inauguration of the immunisation exercise on Saturday in Malammadori. This is contained in
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Abia: Ikpeazu names ex-Super Eagles player, 26 others commissioner-nominees
From Okey Sampson, Umuahia Governor Okezie Ikpeazu of Abia State has named a former Super Eagles player, Karibe Ojigwe, and 26 others as Commissioner-nominees. Governor Ikpeazu dissolved his cabinet in January, leaving only five commissioners with which he had been piloting the affairs of the state. Others on the list which was made up of
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FMC Umuahia Chief Medical Officer reported dead
From Okey Sampson, Umuahia The Chief Medical Officer (CMO) of the Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Umuahia, Abia State, Dr Udo Orji Nnorom, has been reported dead. Dr Nnorom, a native of Nde Owuu in Arochukwu, Abia, multiple sources revealed, reportedly died in the early hours of Sunday, September 12. Although information as to the cause
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Niger governor salutes Etsu Nupe on 69th birthday, 18th anniversary
From Kenneth Udeh Niger State Governor Abubakar Sani Bello has hailed the Etsu Nupe and the Chairman, Niger State Council of Traditional Rulers, Alhaji Yahaya Abubakar, as he marks his 69th birthday and 18th anniversary of his ascension to the throne as the 13th Etsu Nupe. The governor, in a congratulatory message, described the Etsu
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Jos: Taxi driver beaten to death by OPSH troops for violating curfew
From Gyang Bere, Jos Military operatives of Operation Safe Haven (OPSH) are said to have beat a taxi driver to death at Farin Gada in Jos North Local Government Area of Plateau State. The victim, Abubakar Sadiq, was said to have been apprehended during the 10 pm curfew hour at Farin Gada by some military
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Kebbi: Bagudu condoles with Niger gov, Kontagora Emirate over Emir’s death
From Olanrewaju Lawal, Birnin Kebbi Kebbi State Governor Abubakar Atiku Bagudu has condoled with Niger State Governor Abubakar Sani Bello and Kontagora Emirate over the demise of Alhaji Saidu Umaru Namaska, the Sarkin Sudan of Kontagora. Governor Bagudu accompanied by Governor Bello and other top Niger State Government functionaries were at the palace of the
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Action Alliance says no faction within the party
(NAN) The Action Alliance (AA) says there is no factional chairman within the party as being claimed by some people. The denial is contained in a communique issued at the end of the party’s leadership meeting on Saturday in Osogbo. The communique, which was signed by the National Publicity Secretary of the party, Mr Olu
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COVID-19: Nigeria records 2 deaths, 547 new cases Saturday
(NAN) Nigeria on Saturday recorded two additional fatalities from the COVID-19 with 547 fresh cases reported across 15 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). This was disclosed in an update shared on the Facebook page of the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control on Sunday morning. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the
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UNILORIN VC charges Adetifa on appointment as NCDC DG
Stephen Olufemi Oni Ilo rin The newly appointed Director General of the National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC), Dr. Ifedayo Adetifa, has been urged to go into his new appointment with dedication and commitment for which he has been known over the years. Vice Chancellor, University of Ilorin, Prof. Sulyman Age Abullkareem, who
COVID-19: Nigeria records 2 deaths, 547 new cases Saturday
Nigeria on Saturday recorded two additional fatalities from the COVID-19 with 547 fresh cases reported across 15 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). This was disclosed in an update shared on the Facebook page of the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control on Sunday morning. The NCDC said that Nigeria’s total infections now
FBI releases newly declassified record on Sept. 11 attacks
The FBI has released a newly declassified 16-page document related to logistical support provided to two of the Saudi hijackers in the run-up to the September 11, 2001, attacks. The document, released late on Saturday, describes contacts the hijackers had with Saudi associates in the United States but offers no evidence the Saudi government
BBNaija: I couldn’t stand Ebuka during his season, wife reveals
Cynthia, wife of official Big Brother Naija, BBNaija host, Ebuka Obi-Uchendu, has said she couldn’t stand Ebuka during his stay in the BBNaija show. She tweeted: “It’s strange that I couldn’t stand Ebuka during his season of Big Brother.” Ebuka, responding to the tweet, wrote: “When you start hating something you love so much
Credibility of evidence at Lekki shooting scene already compromised before investigation – Expert
John Chikezie The Managing Director of Sentinel Forensics Limited, Mr Joseph Funsho-Ako, Saturday told the Lagos State Judicial Panel of Inquiry and Restitution that the credibility of evidences at the scene of the alleged mass shooting of #EndSARS protesters at the Lekki Toll Gate shooting had already been compromised long before forensic investigations. Funsho-Ako explained that evidences
Thousands protest new Turkish vaccine, test rules
More than 2,000 Turks demonstrated in Istanbul on Saturday against official coronavirus-related mandates including vaccinations, tests and masks, responding to new government measures and an inoculation push. In Turkey’s largest such protest, mostly maskless people shouted slogans, held placards and Turkish flags, and sang songs in defence of what they called individual rights, echoing
Man killed woman, shot her husband because they voted for Biden – Report
An apparently unhinged Texas man allegedly attacked a couple — killing the wife and shooting her husband — because they were Biden voters, according to a report. Joseph Angel Alvarez, 38, who ranted in emails about satanic rituals and abortion, claimed he targeted Georgette and Daniel Kauffman in part because of the Biden flag
US Open: Queen praises Raducanu’s ‘outstanding’ performance
The Queen led the congratulations to Emma Raducanu after the 18-year-old clinched the US Open title with a stunning victory in New York. Raducanu beat fellow teenager Leylah Fernandez 6-4 6-3 to end Britain’s 44-year wait for a women’s Grand Slam singles champion, reports the BBC. “I send my congratulations to you on your
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How COVID-19 vaccine affected our menstrual cycles
…$1.6m to be used in researching it Shana Clauson was in line to get her first dose of the Moderna shot in March when she saw menstruators on social media discussing how their periods had been altered – earlier, heavier and more painful than usual after they got their Coronavirus vaccinations. Clauson, a
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