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Bayelsa gov’ship: INEC’s conflicting statements on e-transmission of results worrisome — PDP Youths
The Peoples Democratic Party Youth Network has called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to avoid subjecting Nigerians to “another round of heartaches” in the Bayelsa Governorship election scheduled for November 11, 2023. In a statement on Friday, Coordinator of the group, Mr James Oputin, said the discordant tunes coming from INEC on the
UPDATED: Robbers raid Benue banks, gun down customers, security operatives
At least eight people were killed when armed robbers invaded four banks in Otukpo town of Benue State, on Friday. Our correspondent gathered that three police officers, one vigilante and a councilor of Otukpo Ward 2 who was transacting business in one of the affected banks were among those killed. A witness who declined to
Anyaoku to Presidency: There’s urgent need for new constitution to arrest Nigeria’s worsening situation
Former Commonwealth Secretary General, Chief Emeka Anyaoku, has advised the federal government to stop tinkering with the 1999 Constitution, urging the presidency to work with the National Assembly to come up with a new one that can address the deteriorating situation in the country. The elderly statesman lamented that Nigeria’s unity in diversity began to
Shiites condemn Bombing Of Gaza Church
The Islamic Movement of Nigeria (IMN), on Friday, protested against the attack on Greek Orthodox Saint Porphyrius Church in Gaza amid the raging conflict between Israel and Palestine. Al Jazeera quoted the besieged Palestinian enclave’s interior ministry as saying an Israeli air attack killed and injured a “large number” of displaced people sheltering at a
Tinubu appoints new Auditor-General for the Federation
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the appointment of Mr. Shaakaa Chira as the substantive Auditor-General for the Federation, as recommended by the Federal Civil Service Commission (FCSC). Presidential spokesman, Ajuri Ngelale, announced this in a statement on Friday. He said the appointment was done in exercise of powers vested in him by Section 86
NUJ hails appointment of Soneye as NNPCL spokesman
The Nigerian Union of Journalists, NUJ, has described the appointment of Per Second News, Femi Soneye, as the Chief Communications Officer of the Nigeria National Petroleum Company Limited ,NNPCL, as apt given the transition in the oil industry. The Union commended the Group Chief Executive Officer of the NNPCL, Malam Mele Kyari for the choice
Tinubu orders release of lecturers’ salaries withheld over ASUU strike
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the partial waiver of the “No Work, No Pay” Order that was instituted against striking members of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) following the commencement of their eight-month industrial action which began on February 14, 2022 and was terminated on October 17, 2022. Ajuri Ngelale, Special Adviser
Tinubu approves appointment of Adeniyi as Customs CG
President Bola Tinubu has approved the confirmation of Adewale Adeniyi as Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS). This is coming almost four months after the president appointed Adeniyi to assume the role in an acting capacity to replace his predecessor, Colonel Hameed Ali (rtd). A statement issued by the Director of Information in the
Strike: Tinubu waives ‘No Work, No Pay’ Order for resident doctors
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the waiver of the “No Work, No Pay” Order instituted against striking members of the National Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) on August 1, 2023, following the commencement of their industrial action which began on July 26, 2023. Presidential spokeman, Ajuri Ngelale, announced this in a statement on Friday
Tinubu approves establishment of 7 new tertiary institutions
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the staggered establishment of four colleges of education to be converted to federal universities of education. The president also approved two federal Universities of Agriculture, two federal universities of Medical and Health Sciences and five colleges of education. This is contained in a statement by the Assistant Director, Press
Military neutralises 37 terrorists, apprehends 124 in one week
The Defence Headquarters says troops of the armed forces have in one week rescued 53 kidnapped hostages, neutralised 37 and apprehended 124 terrorists across the country. The Director, Defence Media Operations, Maj.-Gen. Edward Buba, made this known in a statement on Friday in Abuja. Buba said those apprehended comprised 95 suspected terrorists and their collaborators,
Military neutralises 37 terrorists, apprehends 124 in one week
EFCC denies issuing arrest warrant on loan defaulters
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has denied claims that it issued an arrest warrant on loan defaulters. The commission disclosed this in a statement through its official X handle. The reaction of the anti-graft body comes following a trending document titled “Arrest Warrant Processing”, “Loan Fraud Escalation” and others’. The commission said the
EFCC denies issuing arrest warrant on loan defaulters
Oyo civil servant bags one year jail term over fraud
A civil servant in Oyo State, Ronke Mary Adeleke, has bagged a year imprisonment for official corruption. Adeleke works with Oyo State Ministry of Lands. She was convicted by the Chief Magistrate Court 1, Iwo Road Ibadan. The court was presided over by Magistrate Taiwo Oladiran on Friday. DAILY POST reports that the Oyo State
Oyo civil servant bags one year jail term over fraud
Kalu applauds Court of Appeal for dismissing AA’s petition against his election
The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rep. Benjamin Kalu, has lauded the Court of Appeal’s decision to dismiss the petition by the Action Alliance (AA) against his election. The court upheld his election victory in the Feb. 25, election for Bende Federal constituency in Abia. Mr Levinus Nwabughiogu, the Chief Press Secretary (CPS)
Kalu applauds Court of Appeal for dismissing AA’s petition against his election
Tinubu okays partial waiver of ‘no work, no pay’ order against ASUU
President Bola Tinubu has directed relevant government agencies involved in the implementation of the “no work, no pay” policy against the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) to waive that policy in the interest of the affected union. Tinubu also directed that four months’ salary be paid to the affected workers. According to the presidential
Tinubu okays partial waiver of ‘no work, no pay’ order against ASUU
Tinubu appoints Shaakaa Chira new Auditor-General of the Federation
President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Mr Shaakaa Chira as the substantive Auditor-General of the Federation, as recommended by the Federal Civil Service Commission (FCSC). A statement by Ajuri Ngelale on Friday, said the President approved Chira’s appointment after the Federal Civil Service Commission (FCSC) conducted a screening exercise that identified him as
Tinubu appoints Shaakaa Chira new Auditor-General of the Federation
Wike approves revocation of houses sold to Abuja residents
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory Nyesom Wike has approved the withdrawal and revocation of houses sold to individuals. The houses reportedly sold to the concerned individuals by the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), were converted to other uses. This move was made known during a press conference by FCTA Director for Department of Development
Wike approves revocation of houses sold to Abuja residents
AFL: We’re battle-ready for Wydad – Enyimba forward Chibueze
Enyimba forward Izuogu Chibueze has assured the club’s fans that the team is ready for Sunday’s clash against Morocco’s Wydad Athletic Club. George Finidi’s side will be up against the Red Devils in their inaugural game in the competition at the Enyimba Stadium on Sunday. “We promise our fans we are going to do our
AFL: We’re battle-ready for Wydad – Enyimba forward Chibueze
Lagos BRT killing: Blunt force trauma caused Bamise’s death — Pathologist
A pathologist at the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital, Prof Sunday Shoyemi, said on Friday that the death of a 22-year-old fashion designer, Oluwabamise Ayanwole, was caused by a blunt force trauma to the head. The pathologist gave evidence before a Lagos State High Court sitting at Tafawa Balewa Square at the ongoing trial of
Lagos BRT killing: Blunt force trauma caused Bamise’s death — Pathologist
Tinubu cancels ‘no work, no pay’ order for medical doctors
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has invoked the Principle of the Presidential Prerogative of Mercy, approving the waiver of the “No Work, No Pay” order that was instituted against striking members of the National Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) on August 1, 2023. The order was instituted against the doctors following the commencement of their industrial
Tinubu cancels ‘no work, no pay’ order for medical doctors
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