FCT councils polls to hold Feb 12 next year, says INEC
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced Feb. 12, 2022 as the dates for the conduct of elections into the six area Councils of […]
Month: March 2021
Our public schools must excel – Lagos deputy governor
Lagos State Deputy Gov. Obafemi Hamzat on Wednesday reiterated the determination of the state government to ensure that public primary education system would excel. Hamzat […]
Lekki #EndSARS Protest: Security forces shot in the air – U.S.
Nigerian security forces fired shots “into the air” to disperse #EndSARS protesters at the Lekki Toll Gate in Lagos on Oct. 20, according to the […]
Buhari condemns attempted coup in Niger Republic
President Muhammadu Buhari has condemned the attempted coup in Niger Republic, according to a statement issued by Malam Garba Shehu, his spokesman, in Abuja, on […]
Gunmen attack Soludo’s gathering in Anambra
Police in Anambra have confirmed gun attack on a gathering being addressed by Prof. Charles Soludo, former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor in his […]
NIS warns Nigerians against fake marriages with foreigners
The Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), Mr Muhammad Babandede, has warned Nigerians against contracting fake marriages with foreigners. Babandede, who handed the warning […]
NiMet explains prevalent hazy weather condition
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has given reasons for the present hazy weather conditions being experienced over the North and Central parts of the country […]
FEC approves $26m for power projects in Borno, Yobe, Adamawa
The Federal Executive Council (FEC) presided over by Vice-President Yemi Osinbajo on Wednesday approved about 26million dollars for various power projects in Borno, Yobe and […]
FEC approves N19bn for FCT, transportation, Aviation projects
The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved over N19billion for various projects for the Ministries of Transportation, Aviation and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). Ministers […]
COVID-19: NPHCDA says over 700,000 vaccine doses administered as of March 31
The National Primary Health Development Agency (NPHCDA), said 718,412 eligible people have been vaccinated, using the Oxford-AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccines as of on Wednesday. The NPHCDA […]
Killings: ALGON vows to resist open grazing in Ebonyi
The Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON), Ebonyi chapter, has vowed to resist open grazing of cows in all councils of the state. The […]
INEC to conduct by-election for Rimba/Ebagi Ward of Abaji Area Council on April 24
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has fixed April 24 for the Rimba/Ebagi Ward of Abaji Area Council by-election in the FCT. The commission disclosed […]
Nigerians in S/Africa urged to go for COVID-19 vaccination
Nigerians in South Africa have been urged to key into the process of getting vaccinated against the deadly coronavirus. Mr Collins Mgbo, Head of Secretariat, […]
Police arrest father for alleged murder of son in Kano
The Police Command in Kano State has arrested a 40-year-old man, Awaisu Auwalu, for allegedly clubbing his son to death. The spokesman of the command, […]
Disasters: NEMA seeks collaboration with Fire Service
The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) on Wednesday called for collaboration of the Federal Capital Territory Fire Service (FCT-FS) to enable it to promptly respond […]
Sanwo-Olu unveils body-worn cameras for security personnel
Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Wednesday unveiled body-worn cameras for security agencies in the effort to enhance security and safety in the state. […]
Easter: Muslim felicitates with Christians, calls for prayer for peace
An interfaith ambassador, Hajiya Ramatu Tijjani has felicitated with Christians as they began the celebration of Easter and urged them to use the holy week […]
FG appeals to resident doctors to shelve planned strike
The Federal Government has appealed to Resident Doctors to shelve their threat of embarking on a nationwide strike in the country. The Minister of Labour […]
Ebonyi killings: MACBAN wants perpetrators punished
The Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN) has condemned the recent killings of residents of some communities in Ebonyi by hoodlums saying perpetrators […]
NSE key indices drop further 0.57%
Key market indicators dropped further by 0.57 per cent at the nation’s bourse on Wednesday, on increased profit taking in banking and industrial sectors. The […]
Photo news: Dangote officials, others storm Kwara for Micro grants project
L-R, Managing Director/ CEO, Aliko Dangote Foundation, Zouera Youssoufou, Group Executive Director, International Trade/Exports, Dangote Industries Limited, Sada Ladan-Baki, one of the beneficiaries, Kwara State […]
Sanwo-Olu unveils learning platform for public service professionalism
Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Wednesday unveiled the Lagos State Government (LASG) Learning Management System (LMS), aimed at enhancing professionalism in the public […]
Easter: NSCDC deploys 2,173 in Ogun for crime-free celebration
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Ogun command, has deployed 2,173 personnel to curb insecurity during Easter celebration. The NSCDC Public Relations Officer […]
Southern Kaduna communities sign peace deal
Communities in Kauru and Kajuru Local Government Areas of Kaduna State, on Wednesday signed a joint agreement to promote sustainable peace in the area. The […]
Asset declaration to be done online – CCB
Submission of asset declaration forms will soon be done online, in an effort to make the exercise easier. The Chairman of Code of Conduct Bureau […]