Commanding Officer lauds FRSC over collaboration on security
Brig.-Gen.Hilari Mabeokwu, the Commanding Officer 6 Brigade, Nigerian Army, Jalingo in Taraba, has commended the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) for their effective collaboration with […]
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12 ICPC staff bag Anacapa certification
As part of its continuing effort at providing cutting-edge knowledge for optimum delivery of the Commission’s mandate, 12 officers of the Independent Corrupt Practices and […]
Vandalism: Works minister seeks NAN’s support on enlightenment
Mr Babatunde Fashola, the Minister of Works and Housing, has solicited for the support of the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in educating and enlightening […]
Abiodun urges Nigerians to build bridges of unity
Gov. Dapo Abiodun of Ogun on Saturday called on Nigerians to join hands and build bridges of national unity and oneness, rather than being advocate […]
Democracy Day: U.S.-based political group urges leaders to provide good governance
A U.S.-based political group, Nigerian-American Public Affairs Committee (NAPAC) has advised Nigerian leaders to embrace the principles of good governance and be innovative in delivering […]
PCN seals 305 pharmacies, medicine shops in Kebbi – Registrar
The Pharmacists Council of Nigeria (PCN) has sealed 305 pharmacies and patent medicine shops in Kebbi for various offence. The PCN Director, Enforcement, Mr Stephen […]
Bill to unbundle NIPOST passes 3rd reading in Senate
Senate on Tuesday at plenary passed the Nigerian Postal Service (NIPOST) repeal and re-enactment bill, 2021. The bill, which seeks to unbundle NIPOST for efficient service […]
UNDP to support Yobe on conflict de-escalation, resolution
The United Nations Development Project (UNDP) on Tuesday pledged to support Yobe government on conflict de-escalation and resolution.UNDP’s Community Engagement Analyst, Mr Ismail Bukar, disclosed […]
NYSC urges corps members to shun drug abuse
The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), has urged corps members to shun drug abuse and other social vices. The Gombe State NYSC Coordinator, Mrs Ada […]
Group asks Lai Mohammed to release details of N9.4b DSO expenditure
The Minister of Information, Alhaji Lai Mohammed has been asked to release details of expenditure on payment to key Digital Switch Over, (DSO) stakeholders. The […]
NIHORT Boss lauds Makinde’s performance in agriculture development
Dr Abayomi Olaniyan, Executive Director, National Horticultural Research Institute (NIHORT), Ibadan, has commended the giant stride of Gov. Seyi Makinde of Oyo State, in agriculture development. Olaniyan spoke […]
Mohammed celebrates 2 years in office with orphans, vulnerable children in Bauchi
Gov. Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State, on Saturday celebrated his two years in office by hosting orphans and vulnerable children in the state with a […]
Plateau speaker lauds Lalong over infrastructure development
The Speaker, Plateau State House of Assembly, Mr Abok Ayuba, has commended Gov. Simon Lalong for providing critical infrastructure and purposeful leadership to the people […]
CBN committed to supporting farmers for improved yield – Emefiele
The Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mr Godwin Emefiele, says the apex bank will support small holder farmers to boost food production. […]
FG renews commitment to transboundary water resources development
Federal Government on Tuesday renewed its commitment to promote transboundary water resources in the Niger Basin. Minister of Water Resources, Mr Suleiman Adamu, who made […]
Lagos begins review of 54 laws guiding parastatals
The Lagos State Government, through its Parastatals Monitoring Office (PMO), says it has begun the review of 54 enabling laws of its parastatals. The Special […]
Kaduna LG poll: Kaura PDP candidate promises responsive leadership
Mr Mathias Siman, candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for Kaura in the June 5, Kaduna State local government councils poll, has promised to […]
El-Rufai denounces smear campaign, says 4,359 plots allocated to businesses, others
Kaduna State Government has allocated 4,359 plots to businesses, institutions and individuals in recent years as part of its efforts to accelerated development in its […]
Unlawful termination: Court strikes out suit against FRSC
The National Industrial Court, on Monday dismissed and struck out a suit of alleged unlawful termination against the Corps Marshal, Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), […]
SEC adopts sustainable finance guidelines for CMOs
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has adopted the Nigerian Sustainable Finance Principles (NSFP) which was developed by the Financial Services Regulation Coordinating Committee (FSRCC) for […]
Biodiversity Day: UN Chief says humanity is waging war’ with nature
UN Secretary-General, António Guterres, says humanity is “waging a war on nature” by threatening biodiversity loss, climate disruption and escalating pollution. Guterres told a webinar, ahead […]
NDDC audit: FG donates 33 vehicles to forensic auditors
The Federal Government said that it had donated 33 utility vehicles to the security committee working with the forensic auditors currently appraising projects executed by […]
Road crashes claim 116 persons in Edo, Delta, Anambra in Q1 – FRSC
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) said 116 persons died in road traffic crashes in its Zone 5, comprising Edo, Delta and Anambra States between […]
Reps to probe killing of 5 Iseyin indigenes by customs men
The House of Representatives has called for an urgent investigation into the recent killing of five indigenes of Iseyin in Oyo State by men of […]
UNHCR committed to protecting victims of trafficking in Nigeria, says Dep. Country Rep
The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) says it is committed to supporting Nigeria in ensuring protection and assistance for victims of human trafficking. […]