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Ag. Customs CG tasks new recruits on professionalism in weapon handling

By Chimezie Godfrey The Acting Comptroller-General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi MFR, has charged the newly recruited officers to imbibe the culture of handling their...

Reps to unveil legislative agenda on resumption from recess

Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rep. Abbas Tajudeen, says the lower chamber plans to unveil its legislative agenda on resumption from recess.

Airline operator urges Tinubu to tackle unemployment with Igbo apprenticeship system

The Chairman of United Nigeria Airlines Limited, Prof. Obiora Okonkwo, has urged President Bola Tinubu to tap into the benefits of the Igbo apprenticeship system, to tackle the scourge of youth unemployment in Nigeria.

Anti-rape body lauds Judge for life sentence of Pharmacist for sodomy

… Plans to honour Justice Akanbi-Yusuf A foremost campaigner against Sexual and Gender Based Violence (Men Against Rape Foundation (MARF) has commendedJustice Asmau Akanbi-Yusuf of...

Troops rescue 6 abducted Gusau Varsity female students

Operatives of the Joint Task Force, Operation Hadarin-Daji, have rescued six female students of Federal University, Gusau, Zamfara, abducted in the early hours of Friday.

NEMA begins distribution of economic intervention materials in Ondo

The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) on Friday commenced its special programme to cushion the effects of victims of the 2022 flood disaster in Ondo Stat

Police release detained NURTW leaders – NLC 

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) on Friday, confirmed the release of the four leaders of the Nigeria Union Road Transport Workers (NURTW) by the Nigeria Police.

Why I came back for BBNaija “All Stars” – Omashola

Omashola Oburoh popularly known as “Omashola”, a recently evicted houseguest of the ongoing Big Brother Naija reality show, said he came back for the “All Stars” season to show appreciation to the organisers and his fans.

Jubilation in Jos as tribunal upholds Mutfwang’s election 

Residents have occupied major streets of Jos in jubilation, as the Governorship Election Tribunal, on Friday upheld the victory of Mr Caleb Mutfwang as elected governor of Plateau State.

Plateau: Gov. Mutfwang grateful for victory at electoral tribunal

Gov. Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau on Friday expressed elation about his victory at the Governorship Elections Petition Tribunal.

UNGA: Tinubu has shown strong commitment for Nigeria to lead Africa – Information Minister

Photo: President Tinubu shakes hands with minister of Information in New York Nigeria's Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Mohammed Idris, has said...

Mohbad: “We fired teargas to disperse defiant crowd at Lekki Toll Gate” – Police

Police in Lagos State declared on Friday that they fired teargas to disperse an unruly crowd at the Lekki Toll gate on Thursday, Sept. 21.

YouTube announces new generative AI products

YouTube on Friday announced new generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) products to usher in an era of creative expression. The News Agency of Nigeria   (NAN) reports that Artificial intelligence is the science of making machines that can think like humans.

Bursary: Lagos students hail Sanwo-Olu

The  National Union of Lagos State Students (NULASS) has praised Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu for approving N375,455 million for scholarship/ bursary.

U.S. institute restates commitment to peacebuilding in Nigeria

The United States Institute of Peace (USIP) remains committed to working with government at all levels in the pursuit of peace and harmony in Nigeria.

AfDB, Google partner to advance digital transformation in Africa

African Development Bank (AfDB) and Google have formalised cooperation to advance digital transformation in Africa, according to a statement on AfDB’s website.

Remove HND/BSc Dichotomy or Scrap HND Programmes – Bugaje tells FG

Prof. Idris Bugaje, the Executive Secretary, National Board for Technical Education (NBTE), has urged the Federal Government to scrap the Higher National Diploma (HND) in the Polytechnics if the government would not remove the dichotomy between HND and BSc.

NACCIMA celebrates First Lady, Remi Tinubu at 63

The Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines, and Agriculture (NACCIMA) says Nigerian First Lady, Mrs Oluremi Tinubu, is an inspiration and role model to countless Nigerians.

AU agency-NEPAD, FG, Princeton, ASE sign MOU on research

 The African Union Development Agency – New Partnership for Africa’s Development (AUDA-NEPAD) Nigeria and the Ministry of Education has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Princeton University and African School of Economics.

UPDATE: Tribunal upholds Gov Mutfwang’s election

The Governorship Election Petition Tribunal in Plateau has upheld the election of Caleb Mutfwang, as elected governor of the state.

Blue Economy: NIMASA to Invest in Research and Development – Jamo

The Director General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), Dr. Bashir Jamoh, OFR has disclosed that the Agency is set to reopen the Lokoja office, as part of efforts towards harnessing the Blue Economy, enhancing collaboration, while also promoting Research and Development. 

Stakeholders Call on FG to Confirm Acting Auditor-General

In pursuit of a more inclusive efforts at combating corruption in Nigeria, emphasizing professionalism and patriotism, Internal Audit practitioners have been urged to uphold ethical standards and embrace anti-corruption strategies in the pursuit of their professional duties. Their role is crucial in preventing the facilitators of illicit assets and corruption by proactively preventing, tracking, and recovering illicit wealth.

National Quality Policy will unlock benefits of AfCFTA to Nigeria – NQC

The Nigeria National Quality Policy will unlock the benefits of the African Continental Free Trade Agreement (AfCFTA) for Nigeria.

AMAC Chairman tasks communities on protection of critical govt facilities

Mr Christopher Maikalangu, Chairman of the Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC), has called on residents of the area council to protect government projects in their communities.

Tight security in Jos as tribunal delivers judgment

There is heavy presence of security personnel in Jos as the Governorship Election Tribunal for Plateau delivers judgement.
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