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target=_blank>Rice now available to Nigerians across all levels – Tinubu’s aide
Special Adviser on Policy Communications to president Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Daniel Bwala, has said some policies introduced by the present administration have made rice available to Nigerians across all levels. The presidential aide, who disclosed this during an interview with DW Africa, expressed confidence that the administration has the support of Nigerians ahead of the
target=_blank>FG denies raising JSS1 minimum age to 12
The Federal Ministry of Education has debunked a report claiming that the minimum age for admission into Junior Secondary School 1 (JSS1) has been raised to 12 years. In a statement released in Abuja by the Ministry’s Director of Press, Mrs Folasade Boriowo, the Ministry said the report was entirely inaccurate. She added that it
target=_blank>Only ADC can tackle the challenges in Northern Nigeria – David Mark
Interim national chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), David Mark, has said the North is bleeding, stressing that his party is the only platform that can address the avalanche of challenges bedeviling the region if voted into power. He spoke at the 3rd expanded meeting of the National Political Consultative Group (North) at the
target=_blank>Nollywood actor loses father
Popular Nollywood actor, Odunlade Adekola, has lost his father, Pastor N.A. Adekola, a cleric and church leader. The actor made the announcement on Saturday via his Instagram page, where he shared a solemn photo of the late clergyman, with the brief caption: “Rest on my daddy.” While details surrounding the passing were not disclosed, the
target=_blank>Constitution review must facilitate national unity, good governance, economic growth – Gov Yusuf
GovernorAbba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State has said review of the 1999 constitution must facilitate national unity, good governance and economic growth while calling for inclusivity, transparency and reforms that reflect the collective aspirations of all Nigerians. He made this known through his Chief of Staff, Sulaiman Wali, who delivered a goodwill message on his
target=_blank>Anxiety as emergency responders conduct mock rescue exercise at Lagos Airport
There was anxiety and suspense among stakeholders during a mock search and rescue operation conducted at the Murtala Muhammed Airport, Lagos, on Saturday. The exercise was to test the preparedness of rescue officers and emergency responders for rescue operation when an aircraft accident or incident occurs. Several agencies involved in search and rescue participated in
target=_blank>Tinubu mourns Veteran State House Correspondent, Usigbe
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed sadness over the demise of Dr. Leon Usigbe, the State House Correspondent of the Tribune Newspapers and “a cherished member of the State House Press Corps.” Dr Usigbe died in Abuja on Friday night after a brief illness. Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy,
target=_blank>25-day Power Outage Looms in Lagos as TCN Begins Maintenance
Residents and businesses may experience power outage, starting Monday, July 28, as the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) is set to commence scheduled maintenance on the Omotosho–Ikeja West 330kV transmission line. According to a public notice issued on Friday, July 25, the maintenance work will run daily from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and is
target=_blank>Nasir Bala Aminu Ja’oji: A Passionate Leader Dedicated to Empowering Communities
Ja’oji is a remarkable individual with a proven track record of making a positive impact in his community. His achievements include: – Empowering women: Providing sewing machines to women, enabling them to start their own businesses and become financially independent. – Supporting youth: Providing okada (commercial motorcycle) riding opportunities for some youth in Kano, helping
target=_blank>Court remands TikToker who claimed Tinubu died
A Chief Magistrate Court, on Friday in Abuja, remanded a social media influencer, Ghali Isma’il, at the Keffi Correctional Centre, who posted online videos purporting that President Bola Tinubu died as a result of a serious illness. Department of State Services (DSS) operatives arrested Isma’il days after he posted the fake videos on the TikTok
target=_blank>EPL: Gyokeres reveals reason he snubbed Man Utd for Arsenal
New Arsenal striker Viktor Gyokeres has revealed why he set his sights on joining only the Gunners. Gyokeres completed his move from Sporting CP on Saturday and will wear the No. 14 shirt next season at the Emirates. The 27-year-old was linked with Manchester United, where he could have reunited with manager Ruben Amorim. But
EPL: Gyokeres reveals reason he snubbed Man Utd for Arsenal
target=_blank>2027 presidency: Jonathan North’s best choice, not Peter Obi — PDP chieftain Umar Sani
A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Umar Sani, has claimed Northern Nigeria would prefer former President Goodluck Jonathan to emerge as the party’s presidential candidate rather than Peter Obi, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party. Sani stated this on Saturday while speaking on Trust TV’s Daily Politics. He was reacting to
2027 presidency: Jonathan North’s best choice, not Peter Obi — PDP chieftain Umar Sani
target=_blank>Imo government urges seekers of autonomous communities to follow due process
The Imo State Government, through the Office of the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Rubby Emele, has advised those seeking autonomous status from their parent communities to follow due process and avoid any act capable of causing unnecessary rancour in their respective areas. Addressing members of Ohaji-Egbema practicing journalists in her office, in
Imo government urges seekers of autonomous communities to follow due process
target=_blank>Unity Cup: It was about ego – Ndidi reflects on Nigeria’s clash with Ghana
Super Eagles midfielder Wilfred Ndidi has reflected on Nigeria’s Unity Cup victory against Ghana some months ago. According to the Leicester City star, the Ghana game was more about settling egos between both teams, adding that Nigeria had to win the encounter. Ndidi played a vital role in Nigeria’s Unity Cup triumph in May this
Unity Cup: It was about ego – Ndidi reflects on Nigeria’s clash with Ghana
target=_blank>Only South East deserves new state – Ozekhome
Constitutional and human rights lawyer, Prof Mike Ozekhome, SAN, on Saturday, maintained that most of the states that make up the Federal Republic of Nigeria today are not viable and, as such, saw no reason why more states should be created in the country. Ozekhome, who blamed the condition of the states on the “skewed
Only South East deserves new state – Ozekhome
target=_blank>Shehu Sani reveals four things that unites Nigerians
Amid the political divide between the North and South, a former federal lawmaker and social media commentator, Senator Shehu Sani, has revealed four events that unite all Nigerians. In a post on his official Facebook page on Saturday, Shehu Sani wrote, “Four things that unite Nigerians: Super Eagles, when they are winning; South Africans, when
Shehu Sani reveals four things that unites Nigerians
target=_blank>Ondo: AAUA student allegedly stabbed to death by lover
A student of the Ondo State-owned Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko, AAUA, has been discovered stabbed to death in her room outside the campus. The deceased, Joy Adeyemi of the Department of Human Kinetics, was allegedly stabbed by her boyfriend on Tuesday, with her decomposing body discovered over the weekend. This is coming days after two
Ondo: AAUA student allegedly stabbed to death by lover
target=_blank>Transfer: Viktor Gyökeres finally signs Arsenal contract as Man Utd join Luiz race
Sweden striker Viktor Gyökeres has finally signed his contract as a new Arsenal player on Saturday. According to football transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, Gyökeres sealed the deal after completing his medical tests today. Arsenal are now expected to release an official statement to announce Gyökeres as their new signing. Gyökeres will wear the number 14
Transfer: Viktor Gyökeres finally signs Arsenal contract as Man Utd join Luiz race
target=_blank>Delta govt, communities trade words over infrastructure deficit
The Delta State Government and some communities have disagreed over infrastructure deficits in their areas. The Isoko and Udu communities have raised an alarm and protested, demanding more government attention in their localities. While the Udu people protested about being sidelined in recent infrastructure approvals by the Delta State Executive Council, Isoko youths claimed they
Delta govt, communities trade words over infrastructure deficit
target=_blank>Serie A: Sacchi backs Lookman to make impact at Inter Milan
Former Italy head coach Arrigo Sacchi believes Ademola Lookman can make a difference for Inter Milan if he joins the Nerazzurri. Lookman is in talks to join Cristian Chivu’s side this summer. Atalanta have already rejected a bid from Inter Milan for the player. The Bergamo club want around €50 million for the forward. The
Serie A: Sacchi backs Lookman to make impact at Inter Milan
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