JUSUN strike suspension: Lawyers express different views
Some Lagos-based lawyers have described as laudable, suspension of the 64-day-old strike by the Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria (JUSUN). The lawyers told the News […]
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Rain disrupts IGP’s visit to Lagos Command
The heavy rains and storms of Wednesday almost disrupted the visit of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Usman Baba, to Lagos State as visitors and […]
NGX sustains rally by N150bn on Dangote Cement gain
The Nigerian Exchange (NGX) sustained the bullish momentum on Wednesday with N150 billion growth, following interest in Dangote Cement and 24 others. Specifically, the market […]
Democracy Day: Plateau Govt. procures 50 vans, trains 500 police constabularies for improved security
Plateau Government has procured 50 Hilux Vans and trained 500 police constabularies as part of its efforts to improve security in the state. The State […]
Niger Govt inaugurates 2021 fertilizer sales for farmers
The Niger Government has began the official sales and distribution of fertilizer for the 2021 wet season at the cost of N8,000 per bag. Gov. […]
Anambra Poll: APC set up 7-member screening committee
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has set up a seven-member committee to screen aspirants jostling for its ticket in the forthcoming Anambra governorship election. Sen. […]
Insecurity: Moghalu advocates establishment of Truth and Reconciliation committee
Prof. Kingsley Moghalu has recommended that President Muhammadu Buhari should establish a Truth and Reconciliation Committee to address current security and other challenges in Nigeria. […]
Akeredolu urges traditional ruler’s support in tackling insecurity
Gov. Oluwarotimi Akeredolu of Ondo State has called on traditional rulers to support government’s efforts aimed at tackling insecurity and criminal activities in the state. […]
NESREA tasks public, governments on ecosystem restoration, save environment
The National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency, has tasked members of the public and government at all levels on ecosystem restoration to save the […]
Tambuwal: I can’t accept honorary degree while Nigeria isn’t secure
Gov. Aminu Waziri Tambuwal of Sokoto state has humbly declined the proposed conferment of an honorary degree on him by the Nahda International University College […]
NNPC felicitates with NGE President on re-election
The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation has congratulated the President of the Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE)), Mr. Mustapha Isa, on his re-election as the president […]
Institute urges concerted efforts on food security
The Nigerian Institute of Food, Science and Technology (NIFST), on Tuesday called on relevant stakeholders to be more committed to food security. The National President […]
Insecurity: Activist urges politicians to be mindful of utterances
A human right activist, Mr Christopher Ukaegbu, has urged politicians to be mindful of their utterances in order not to escalate tension in the country. […]
Tambuwal urges Diaspora students to sustain perseverance, decorum
Gov. Aminu Tambuwal of Sokoto State has urged Nigerian students studying abroad to ensure steadfastness and discipline while pursuing their studies. This advice is contained […]
NLC rejects ”partial”implementation of minimum wage in Nasarawa State
The Nigeria Labour Congress in Nasarawa has rejected the partial implementation of N30, 000 minimum wage in the state.Mr Yusuf Iya, Chairman of NLC in the state, […]
FRSC urges governments to provide for bicycle lanes in road construction
The Federal Road safety Corps, (FRSC) has advised Federal and State Governments to map out bicycle lanes in future road constructions. This, the Corps said, […]
Use culture to re-brand Nigeria, generate revenue – Expert
A U.S.-based culture and tourism expert, Ms Joyce Adewumi, has advised the Nigerian government to prioritise investment in the tourism sector to rebrand the country […]
AFAN laments insecurity may cause food shortages in Niger
The All-Farmers Association of Nigeria (AFAN) in Niger has said that the security challenges facing the state may lead to food shortages, if not tackled […]
NAFDAC partners Global alliance to enhance ease of doing business
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) says it has commenced partnership with Global Alliance for Trade Facilitation (GATF) to put […]
Police confirm killing of suspected cult member in Osogbo
The Police Command in Osun on Monday, confirmed the killing of a suspected cult member by a rival gang in Osogbo on Sunday.A statement by […]
Ayade’s Special Adviser on SDGs resigns
The Special Adviser to Gov. Ben Ayade on Sustainable Development Goals, Mr Mark Obi, has resigned his appointment. In his resignation letter which he signed […]
Insecurity: Imo commissioner confirms attack on his country home
The Commissioner for Information and Strategy in Imo, Mr Declan Emelumba, has confirmed the attack on his country home in Ubulu, Oru West Local Government […]
Use professional channels to address medical negligence, malpractice — NMA
The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) has appealed to the public to utilise established professional channels and institutions in addressing their concerns on medical negligence and […]
Chief Imam mourns TB Joshua
The Chief Imam of Benin Central Mosque, Alhaji Abdufatah Enabulele, has mourned the passing of the General Overseer of the Synagogue Church of All Nations, […]
New NEMA D-G assumes office in Abuja
Mr Mustapha Ahmed, newly appointed Director-General of National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), has assumed office in Abuja. Mr Manzo Ezekiel, Head of Media and Public […]