15 h. ago Benue: Ezza people accuse council chairman of operating illegal detention cell in Ado

Allegation pure blackmail – Chairman From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi The Ezza Ezekuna people in Ado Local Government Area of Benue State have raised an alarm over an illegal detention cell allegedly operated by the chairman, Mr Sunday Oche, through his supporters, called the Ezza Ezekuna Patriotic Front. The Ezza Ezekuna people had petitioned the Inspector […] The post Benue: Ezza people accuse council chairman of operating illegal detention cell in Ado appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Boat Mishaps: Etsu Nupe Demands Prosecution Of Niger Waterway Violators

The Etsu Nupe and Chairman of the Niger State Council of Traditional Rulers, Alhaji Yahaya Abubakar has called on the National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA) to take decisive steps in enforcing the 2023 inland waterways safety codes and prosecute offenders who put passengers’ lives at risk in the State. The call followed recent several fatal […]

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29 h. ago Olaopa advocates appointment of great managers as VCs, governing council members

Tribune Online Olaopa advocates appointment of great managers as VCs, governing council members Chairman of the Federal Civil Service Commission (FCSC), Professor Tunji Olaopa, has urged that only great managers should be made  vice chancellors and members  of  governing councils of universities. Olaopa made the call on Monday while delivering the second distinguished personality lecture of the Emmanuel Alayande University of Education, Oyo, to mark the second anniversary […] Olaopa advocates appointment of great managers as VCs, governing council members Tribune Online

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39 h. ago Tinubu swears in Dakas as Chairman, Eugene, Commissioner for Nigeria Law Reform Commission

FEC observes minute silence in honour of Ogbe    From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu, on Wednesday, before the commencement of the Federal Executive Council (FEC), inaugurated Dakas Dakas as Chairman and Uchenna Eugene as Commissioner of the Nigeria Law Reform Commission.  The brief swearing-in ceremony took place in the Council Chambers of the […] The post Tinubu swears in Dakas as Chairman, Eugene, Commissioner for Nigeria Law Reform Commission appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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42 h. ago FCT NUJ Chair Hails Abimbola’s Appointment As FRCN Lagos Bureau Chief, Deputy Director

The Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), FCT Council, Comrade Grace Ike, has congratulated Dr. Abimbola Oyetunde on her appointment as Bureau Chief for the Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria (FRCN) Network News Annex in Lagos and Deputy Director of News. In a statement on Wednesday, Ike described the appointment as “remarkable” and […]

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67 h. ago Tinubu Reconstitutes HYPREP Governing Council, Board Of Trustees

The Minister of Environment, Balarabe Lawal, will serve as chairman of the reconstituted Governing Council. The post Tinubu Reconstitutes HYPREP Governing Council, Board Of Trustees appeared first on Channels Television.

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5 d. ago Flood: Imo LG boss sets up committee amid NIHSA, SEMA warnings

Tribune Online Flood: Imo LG boss sets up committee amid NIHSA, SEMA warnings The Executive Chairman of the Ohaji/Egbema Council Area of Imo State, Hon. Prince Marcel Amadioha, has set up a flood committee. Flood: Imo LG boss sets up committee amid NIHSA, SEMA warnings Tribune Online

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6 d. ago Mining Marshals Shut Down Illegal Quarry In Abuja As 13 Suspects Face Prosecution

The Mining Marshals of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) have shut down an illegal quarry site operated within the Kuje Area Council of the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. Thirteen suspects have been apprehended in connection with the unlawful activities and have been charged to court, pending formal arraignment. The operation, which was […]

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7 d. ago Nigerian Navy deactivates 71 illegal refinery sites in Niger Delta

By Philip Nwosu In a major stride towards combating crude oil theft and environmental degradation, the Nigerian Navy has announced the deactivation of 71 illegal refinery sites and the seizure of over 590,000 litres of stolen petroleum products across the Niger Delta. The operation, which falls under the ongoing security initiative tagged Operation Delta Sanity, […] The post Nigerian Navy deactivates 71 illegal refinery sites in Niger Delta appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Oyebanji promises continuous support for Ekiti monarchs at Ogoga’s inauguration as Traditional Council Chairman

From Priscilla Ediare, Ado-Ekiti Ekiti Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has assured traditional rulers in the state that his administration will continue to support the traditional institution in the state. The Governor also said that his administration will continue to provide necessary support for the effective functioning of the state’s council of traditional rulers and promote policies […] The post Oyebanji promises continuous support for Ekiti monarchs at Ogoga’s inauguration as Traditional Council Chairman appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago FCT authorities demolished criminals’ hideouts, impound 20 vehicles

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja In a sweeping operation targeting illegal settlements in the heart of Abuja, the city’s Development Control Department, Security Services, and Vehicle Inspection Office (VIO) have cleared an area described as a major threat to the capital’s security and aesthetic standards. Officials say the exercise, which involved removing illicit structures, impounding vehicles, […] The post FCT authorities demolished criminals’ hideouts, impound 20 vehicles appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago FCT authorities demolish criminals’ hideouts, impound 20 vehicles

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja In a sweeping operation targeting illegal settlements in the heart of Abuja, the city’s Development Control Department, Security Services, and Vehicle Inspection Office (VIO) have cleared an area described as a major threat to the capital’s security and aesthetic standards. Officials say the exercise, which involved removing illicit structures, impounding vehicles, […] The post FCT authorities demolish criminals’ hideouts, impound 20 vehicles appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Abuja authorities dismantle criminal hideout, seize 20 vehicles

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja In a sweeping operation targeting illegal settlements in the heart of Abuja, the city’s Development Control Department, Security Services, and Vehicle Inspection Office (VIO) have cleared an area described as a major threat to the capital’s security and aesthetic standards. Officials say the exercise, which involved removing illicit structures, impounding vehicles, […] The post Abuja authorities dismantle criminal hideout, seize 20 vehicles appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago FCT cracks down on illegal mining, amid broader security sweep

To clamp down on traffic offenders driving one way, says they are on suicide mission By Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has disclosed that the ongoing security operations in the territory are targeting illegal mining activities alongside other pressing urban security challenges. Speaking at a security meeting in Life Camp, FCT […] The post FCT cracks down on illegal mining, amid broader security sweep appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago FCT Police Vow To Rid Abuja Of Shanties, Beggars, Illegal Miners

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Commissioner of Police, CP Ajao Adewale has announced a major clampdown on shanties, beggars, illegal miners, and traffic offenders as part of ongoing security operations in Abuja. Adewale, while briefing journalists after a security meeting with the FCT minister, Nyesom Wike at Life Camp on Tuesday, revealed that over 273 […]

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1 week ago Babcock varsity commissions 11 projects to boost research, learning

By Rita Ugo Babcock University (BU), Ilishan-Remo, Ogun State, recently commissioned 12 projects in their quest to boost research and learning among staff and students of the institution. On ground to help inaugurate the projects were the Chancellor/Chairman, Board of Trustees, Prof. Bassey Udoh, Pro-Chancellor/Chairman of Governing Council, Prof. Ishaya Istifanus, Deputy Pro-Chancellor, Dr. Ezekiel […] The post Babcock varsity commissions 11 projects to boost research, learning appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Ondo Police Arrest 10 Beninese Nationals For Alleged Human Trafficking

The Ondo State Police Command has arrested ten nationals of the Republic of Benin over an alleged illegal human trafficking operation in Akure, the state capital. The Commissioner of Police in the state, Mr. Lawal Adebowale, disclosed the development while addressing journalists on Sunday. He revealed that the suspects were apprehended at various residences along […] The post Ondo Police Arrest 10 Beninese Nationals For Alleged Human Trafficking appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago Navy Foils Oil Theft In Delta, Deactivates 10 Illegal Refining Sites

The Nigerian Navy Forward Operating Base (FOB) Escravos has taken down 10 illegal refining sites in Warri South Local Government Area of Delta State. This was made known in a statement issued on Thursday in Warri by the Commanding Officer of the base, Navy Captain Ikenna Okoloagu. According to Okoloagu, the illicit sites were destroyed […] The post Navy Foils Oil Theft In Delta, Deactivates 10 Illegal Refining Sites appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago SON commends Tinubu for appointing Ado Inuwa as governing council chairman

Tribune Online SON commends Tinubu for appointing Ado Inuwa as governing council chairman The Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON) has commended the Federal government over the appointment of Yahuza Ado Inuwa as Chairman, Governing Council of the Organisation. In a statement by the Management of SON, the Standards Body applauded the decision of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, stating that Alhaji Inuwa brings to SON a wealth of experience, […] SON commends Tinubu for appointing Ado Inuwa as governing council chairman Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Jigawa LG awards N70m contract to power water pumps with solar

Tribune Online Jigawa LG awards N70m contract to power water pumps with solar The Buji Local Government Council in Jigawa State has awarded a contract worth over N70 million for converting eight gasoline water pump stations to a solar-powered system. This was disclosed by the Chairman of the Local Government Council, Arch. Najibullah Falalu Tukur, while speaking in Dutse shortly after formalising the contract. He said, “This is […] Jigawa LG awards N70m contract to power water pumps with solar Tribune Online

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