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Monthly Archives: September, 2023

NLC begins nationwide warning strike from Sept. 5

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) says it will commence a two-day nationwide warning strike from Sept. 5 to 6,except the Federal Government addresses the excruciating suffering of the masses.

NUC, VCs deny bribery allegation against Reps C’ttee 

The National Universities Commission (NUC) and Committee of Vice Chancellors (VCs) have denied bribery and extortion allegations against the House of Representatives Ad hoc Committee probing job racketeering and mismanagement of IPPIS in MDAs.

Breaking: Humanitarian Affairs Ministry gets new Permanent Secretary

By Chimezie Godfrey The new Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Mr Abel Olumuyiwa Enitan, has assumed office on...

Ondo indigenes hail appointment of NDDC representative

The indigenes of Ilaje Local Government Area of Ondo State have commended President Bola Tinubu’s appointment of Kolade Akinjo as the state’s representative on the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) Board.

Actor Bolanle Ninalowo announces separation from wife

Nigerian actor and film producer, Bolanle Ninalowo, on Friday announced separation from his wife. The actor announced the separation on his Instagram page,  @iamnino_b, with the caption “Finally, I accept the reality of the end to a road”.

Suspected vandals attack Jigawa water plant, steal items worth N20m – Commissioner

Suspected vandals have attacked the Birninkudu Water Treatment Plant in Birninkudu Local Government Area of Jigawa, beat up workers and stole items worth over N20 million. The Commissioner for Water Resources, Alhaji Ibrahim Garba, made this known when he inspected the facility on Friday.

Lagbaja in Maiduguri, hails troops on operational successes

The Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Lt.-Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja has hailed  troops of Joint Task Force Operation Hadin Kai in the North East Theatre of Operations, for the operational successes so far achieved.

Conference: Association seeks NAN support

The West African Law Students Association (WALSA), has solicited the support of the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) for the coverage of  its delegate conference on Sept. 4 in Abuja.

Minister backs reintroduction of Kaduna city train service

Minister of Transport,  Sen. Sa’idu Alkali has pledged to support the plan by Kaduna State Government to reintroduce train services in Kaduna, which was suspended years ago.

Zone 5 operatives arrest DHL manager over alleged breach of trust

The Zone 5 Headquarters of the Nigerian Police Force, said it arrested the manager of DHL Courier Service in Benin for alleged criminal breach of trust and fraudulent conversion.

APC Chairman assures women of better representation in Tinubu-led govt

Mr Abdullahi Ganduje, National Chairman, All Progressives Congress (APC) has assured women in the country of better representation in the President Bola Tinubu-led government.

Tinubu solicits UN support in fight against terrorism

 President Bola Tinubu has solicited the support of the United Nations in Nigeria’s fight against terrorism in the light of its rippling effect on global peace, displacements of people and rising poverty.

Drug abuse: How to protect Nigeria’s future,By Adekunbi Lawal

The recent concerns about inclusivity for youths in Nigerian politics and other endeavours speak volumes about a country that cares for its future. More than 60 per cent of Nigeria’s mammoth population of over 200 million is in the youth range. Therefore, policies and politics should include this critical group to prepare them to take over the leadership of the country.

10th NASS to prioritise environmental issues, flooding, says lawmaker

Mr Terseer Ugbo, the Deputy Chairman of the Committee on Environment in the House of Representatives,says the 10th National Assembly would strive to positively address issues around environment and flood disasters in the country.

FG to build indestructible security architecture- Interior Minister

The Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo says that the Federal Government is set to build an indestructible security architecture in the country.

FG can’t refund states for money spent on Federal Roads now – Works Minister

The Federal government cannot refund money spent on Federal Roads by State Governments for now, says Works Minister David Umahi.

Federal, states, LGs share N4.37trn FAAC allocations Jan-June 2023 – NEITI

The three tiers of government – the Federal, States and Local Government Councils (LGs), shared a total of N4.37 trillion from the Federation Account as statutory revenue allocations between January and June 2023.

Former IGP cautions parents on human trafficking

He made the call on Thursday in Lagos during a book launch with the title, “We are priceless”,  authored by a crime security reporter, Juliana Francis.

APC suspends 26 additional members for alleged anti-party activities in Osun

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun, on Thursday announced the suspension of additional 26 members of the party for alleged anti-party activities, after expelling 84 members for same reason on Wednesday.

Coups only make crises worse- UN chief

UN Secretary-General António Guterres has said coups only make crises worse, emphasising the need for durable governace and the rule of law.

CSOs, anti-graft agencies urge Tinubu to inaugurate national council for public procurement

…Urges inauguration of Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply Management of Nigeria By Chimezie Godfrey In order to tackle the menace of procurement corruption which constitutes...

Edo 2024: Anxiety mounts as Esan elders await implementation committee report

…To resolve on pruning aspirants from Edo Central …Opt for consensus building strategy By Chimezie Godfrey Leaders of the pan Esan socio-cultural organization,Esan Okpa Initiative (EOI) and...

Kogi 2023: Ten parties have joined my rescue team- Admiral Usman, AP candidate

By Yohana Samson Ahead of the Kogi State November 11 governorship election, the Accord Party Candidate, Admiral Jibrin Usman (retd), has announced that 10 political...
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