56 m. ago Gombe: Civil Society urges Governor Yahaya to prioritize human capital development

…Says Infrastructure May Collapse Without Skilled Workforce From Abdulrazaq Mungadi, Gombe Civil society organisations in Gombe State have called on the government to shift focus from physical infrastructure to human capital development, warning that without skilled manpower, ongoing projects may not be sustainable in the long run. The Chairman of the Gombe Network of Civil […] The post Gombe: Civil Society urges Governor Yahaya to prioritize human capital development appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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85 m. ago Davido Addresses Viral Claim Of Being Slapped By Fan In Warri, Says Security Hit Him By Mistake

Nigerian music superstar David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has clarified reports that he was slapped during a recent outing in Warri, Delta State. A video that circulated online appeared to show the singer surrounded by fans and security personnel, with a brief moment that suggested he had been hit on the head. The clip […] The post Davido Addresses Viral Claim Of Being Slapped By Fan In Warri, Says Security Hit Him By Mistake appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 hour ago Flood: Clear drainages, avoid blocked waterways — Abia govt tells residents

Tribune Online Flood: Clear drainages, avoid blocked waterways — Abia govt tells residents To ensure the efficient delivery of their services, the sanitary inspectors have been advised not to use their positions or offices as an avenue to extort money... Flood: Clear drainages, avoid blocked waterways — Abia govt tells residents Tribune Online

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3 h. ago Flood: Ogun govt advises residents of coastal communities to relocate

Tribune Online Flood: Ogun govt advises residents of coastal communities to relocate Ogun State Government has advised residents living in low-lying areas and coastal communities to Flood: Ogun govt advises residents of coastal communities to relocate Tribune Online

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3 h. ago IRI, Labour Party harp on inclusive political participation in Nigeria

Tribune Online IRI, Labour Party harp on inclusive political participation in Nigeria The International Republican Institute (IRI) and the Labour Party, on Monday, reiterated their commitment to strengthening inclusive political participation in Nigeria. The Resident Program Director of the institute, Mr Sentell Barnes and the national chairman of the Labour Party made the promise in Abuja. Speaking during an advocacy visit to the Labour Party (LP) national […] IRI, Labour Party harp on inclusive political participation in Nigeria Tribune Online

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3 h. ago Vacation Judge Declines To Grant Nnamdi Kanu’s Request For Transfer From DSS’ Custody

Justice Musa Liman of the Federal High Court, Abuja, has refused to hear a motion filed by Biafra nation agitator, Nnamdi Kanu, seeking an order transferring him from the custody of the Department of State Services (DSS) to the National Hospital, Abuja, for urgent medical attention. The judge said his fiat to sit as a […]

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3 h. ago Patients Stranded As Abuja Resident Doctors Begin Indefinite Strike

Resident doctors under the Federal Capital Territory Administration (ARD-FCTA) commenced an indefinite strike yesterday as their seven-day warning strike ended. The action has confused many residents of the FCT, particularly patients who cannot afford the high cost of treatment in private hospitals. At Nyanya General Hospital, a patient, who identified herself as Agatha, narrated her […]

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4 h. ago Fuel surcharge: Road to progress or roadblock to prosperity?

Amidst the flurry of new tax laws and economic policies in Nigeria, the re-emergence of the 5 percent fuel surcharge read more Fuel surcharge: Road to progress or roadblock to prosperity?

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5 h. ago Bandits Abduct 40 Worshippers, Kill District Head In Zamfara

A gang of armed bandits have abducted over 40 worshippers in Gidan Turbe village of Tsafe Local Government Area, Zamfara State. Also, armed bandits have attacked Dogon Daji town in Tsafe Local Government Area of the State, beheading the town’s district head. The bandits carrying sophisticated weapons invaded the village on Monday while residents of […]

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7 h. ago Delta Police rescue teenager kidnapped in Niger, arrest 28 suspects

From Joe Obukata Ogbodu, Warri Operatives of the Delta State Police Command, have arrested a kidnap suspect, who allegedly hypnotised a young girl and lured her from Niger State to Delta state. The arrest followed an intelligence report that a suspect forcefully abducted girls from the North, and kept them in his house against their […] The post Delta Police rescue teenager kidnapped in Niger, arrest 28 suspects appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago IPOB: Court declines hearing of Kanu’s motion seeking transfer from DSS to National Hospital

From Godwin Tsa, Abuja The Abuja division of the Federal High Court has declined hearing on a motion filed by detained leader of Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, seeking an order transferring him from the custody of the  Department of  State Service (DSS) to National Hospital in Abuja, for urgent medical attention. Justice […] The post IPOB: Court declines hearing of Kanu’s motion seeking transfer from DSS to National Hospital appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Sen. Nwoye laments deplorable state of federal roads, seeks urgent intervention

By Adebowale Johnson Senator Tony Nwoye representing Anambra North Senatorial District is not a happy man. He is unhappy with the pathetic condition of some of the roads in the area he is representing. Last Saturday, he led a team of stakeholders on an the-spot- assessment of the wretched, forgotten and forsaken Onitsha–33–Aguleri–Ayamelum–Adani expressway. Nwoye […] The post Sen. Nwoye laments deplorable state of federal roads, seeks urgent intervention appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Osun guber: I’ll address infrastructure deficit, Oyebamiji assures residents

Tribune Online Osun guber: I’ll address infrastructure deficit, Oyebamiji assures residents I have to tell you that I am overwhelmed with the way and manner in which our people are ready for the election.... Osun guber: I’ll address infrastructure deficit, Oyebamiji assures residents Tribune Online

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13 h. ago Why Delta Govt won’t back down on civil service screening, dress code – Aniagwu

From Joe Obukata Ogbodu, Warri The Delta State Government has explained why the ongoing screening of civil servants will continue, warning that it will not condone falsification of age, abuse of leave of absence, or indecent dressing in the workforce. State Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Mr. Charles Aniagwu, who made the […] The post Why Delta Govt won’t back down on civil service screening, dress code – Aniagwu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago My security hit me by mistake – Davido reacts to viral slap video

David Adeleke, also known as Davido, an award-winning Nigerian artist, has denied accusations on social media that he was slapped during a recent performance in Warri, Delta State. A viral video posted online showed the musician surrounded by security personnel and fans, with a point when he looked to be smacked on the head. The […] The post My security hit me by mistake – Davido reacts to viral slap video appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago FRSC Arrests 226 Drivers For Overloading In Bauchi, Borno, Yobe

  BY KHALID IDRIS DOYA, Bauchi The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) Zone 12, covering Bauchi, Borno and Yobe states, on Monday, said it arrested 226 commercial drivers for offences bordering on overloading. The arrests followed the launch of a special enforcement drive, Operation Shed Weights, aimed at tackling the high rate of overloading in […]

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16 h. ago FRSC zone 12 cracks down on overloading, arrests 226 offenders

Tribune Online FRSC zone 12 cracks down on overloading, arrests 226 offenders The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) Zone 12, covering Bauchi, Borno, and Yobe states and headquartered in Bauchi, has launched a major operation to tackle the rampant cases of overloading in the North-Eastern region of Nigeria. FRSC zone 12 cracks down on overloading, arrests 226 offenders Tribune Online

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16 h. ago Wike to commission roads, launch major infrastructure projects in Abuja

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, is set to commission two key road projects and kick-start construction on 12 new roads, alongside the deployment of solar lighting under the revitalized Light Up Abuja Programme, according to a statement issued by Senior Special Assistant Public Communications and Social Media, […] The post Wike to commission roads, launch major infrastructure projects in Abuja appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago FCT Resident Doctors Embark On Indefinite Strike Over Unmet Demands

The Association of Resident Doctors in the Federal Capital Territory Administration (ARD-FCTA) on Monday commenced an indefinite strike following the expiration of its seven-day warning strike. The development was announced in a communique issued by the association and signed by its President, Dr. George Ebong, and General Secretary, Dr. Agbor Affiong. The statement revealed that […] The post FCT Resident Doctors Embark On Indefinite Strike Over Unmet Demands appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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17 h. ago FG to demolish Carter Bridge, declares structure unfit, beyond repair

The Federal Government has announced plans to demolish the 124-year-old Carter Bridge in Lagos, calling it structurally unfit and beyond read more FG to demolish Carter Bridge, declares structure unfit, beyond repair

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