70 m. ago Incurable liar, serial manipulator – Kogi govt replies Natasha

By John Ogunsemore The Kogi State Government said Senator for Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan is an incurable liar and serial manipulator for blaming her ordeal on Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, former Kogi governor, Yahaya Bello and incumbent governor, Ahmed Usman Ododo. This is contained in a Tuesday statement signed by state Commissioner for Information and […] The post Incurable liar, serial manipulator – Kogi govt replies Natasha appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 hour ago NSCDC nabs Osun teacher molesting pupil, man for defiling minor 

Osun State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, on Tuesday, said a 22-year-old male school teacher, Rufai Akorede, has been arrested for allegedly molesting a seven-year-old female pupil (name withheld) in Ilesa. The suspect was accused of thrusting his manhood into the mouth of the victim in a classroom, after school hours. Read More

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2 h. ago Kogi Gov’t Kicks As Natasha Holds Homecoming Rally Despite Ban

The Kogi State government has reacted to the homecoming Sallah celebration by the suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central, despite a last-minute ban imposed on public gatherings in the State. The State governor, Usman Ododo, had on Monday announced a ban on rallies citing security reports less than 24 hours to the embattled Senator’s […]

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2 h. ago Sallah: Izunaso fetes Muslim community in Imo, preaches peace

From Stanley Uzoaru, Owerri The Muslim community in Imo State had a splendid time on Tuesday as the lawmaker representing Imo West at the National Assembly, Osita Izunaso, hosted them to a sumptuous meal to celebrate the Sallah festival at his residence in Owerri. Izunaso, represented at the occasion by his Senior Legislative Assistant, Jude […] The post Sallah: Izunaso fetes Muslim community in Imo, preaches peace appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Catholic Church calls for inclusion of Peace Education in school curriculum in Taraba 

From Sylvanus Viashima, Jalingo   The Catholic Diocese of Wukari, Taraba has called on Taraba State Governor Agbu Kefas to include Peace Education in the school curriculum in the state at all levels to tackle the prevailing violence across the state. This is contained in a communique issued at the end of the Second General […] The post Catholic Church calls for inclusion of Peace Education in school curriculum in Taraba  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago ‘I’m Not A Bastard, Not Afraid Of Anyone’, Natasha Tells Supporters At Homecoming Rally In Kogi

Suspended Senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has declared that she is “not a bastard” and “not afraid of anyone” while addressing a massive crowd of supporters during her homecoming in Ihima, Okehi Local Government Area (LGA) of Kogi State on Tuesday afternoon. Her return came amid heightened political tension, as the Kogi State Government […]

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4 h. ago Federal Gov’t Seeks Tangible Investment By International Oil Firms

  The federal government has called on major oil companies operating in the country to reciprocate its efforts in enhancing the investment climate by committing tangible investments to the sector. This appeal comes after significant reforms aimed at improving regulatory stability and fiscal competitiveness in the oil and gas industry. Minister of State for Petroleum […]

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5 h. ago APC chieftain urges Tinubu to reform pension scheme, end pensioners hardship

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress in Osun State, Olatunbosun Oyintiloye, has called on President Bola Tinubu to address the challenges facing retirees under the Contributory Pension Scheme. In a statement on Tuesday, Oyintiloye decried the hardship pensioners endure due to delayed or non-payment of benefits, inadequate funding, and alleged corruption within the scheme. Read More

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5 h. ago Group Hails Tinubu, Matawalle, CDS Over Improved Security In North

The Northern Elders Political Development group has commended President Bola Tinubu, the Minister of State for Defense, Bello Matawalle and Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa for their efforts in improving security in the North-West region. It noted that majority of towns and villages in the region observed the Eid-el-Fitri peacefully without cases […]

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5 h. ago Natasha: Kogi council chairman announces curfew in senator’s LGA

The Chairman of Okehi Local Government Area (LGA), Hon. Amoka Eneji, has announced that a curfew is in effect ahead of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s homecoming to celebrate Sallah with her constituents. In a statement issued on Tuesday, Eneji revealed that the curfew is to ensure peace and order on the heels of the ban on […] The post Natasha: Kogi council chairman announces curfew in senator’s LGA appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago ‘My safe place, greatest gift’, Queen Ashley showers Ooni of Ife with love

One of the Queens of the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, Queen Ashley Afolashade Ogunwusi, has openly expressed her deep and unwavering love for her husband. Marking the beginning of a new month, Queen Ashley took to her Instagram page on Tuesday, to reflect on her devotion to the Ooni of Ife. She shared Read More

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6 h. ago Kogi LG chair imposes curfew ahead of Natasha’s constituency visit

The Chairman of Okehi Local Government Area of Kogi State, Amoka Monday, has imposed a curfew across the council area, citing security concerns following a ban on political rallies and unregulated public gatherings. In a statement personally signed by the chairman on Monday, he declared that the curfew was necessary to maintain peace and order Read More

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7 h. ago Speed limits legal, must be complied with – Lagos govt tells motorists

By John Ogunsemore Amid public concerns over enforcement of speed limits on selected roads, the Lagos State Government has reaffirmed the legality of these regulations and urged motorists to comply with them for the safety of all road users. The Commissioner for Transportation, Mr. Oluwaseun Osiyemi cited Section 28(2)(a) of the Lagos State Transport Sector […] The post Speed limits legal, must be complied with – Lagos govt tells motorists appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Kogi Sallah Party: Hold Ododo, Bello, Akpabio Responsible If It Turns Violent, Natasha Tells Nigerians

Suspended Senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has told Nigerians to hold Kogi State governor Ahmed Ododo, former Governor Yahaya Bello, and Senate President Godswill Akpabio, responsible if her planned Eid-el-Fitr celebrations slated for this Tuesday in Kogi Central turned violent. Akpoti-Uduaghan disclosed this on Tuesday via her Facebook page, reaffirming her commitment to attending […]

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10 h. ago Senator Natasha Confirms Sallah Visit To Constituency Despite Kogi Govt’s Ban

Suspended lawmaker, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has confirmed that she will be visiting Kogi Central join her people in celebrating Sallah festive. INFORMATION NIGERIA reports that Senator Natasha’s confirmation is coming, following a ban on public gatherings and rallies declared by Kogi State Government. In a statement on Monday, the state’s Commissioner for Information, Kingsley Fanwo, […] The post Senator Natasha Confirms Sallah Visit To Constituency Despite Kogi Govt’s Ban appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Bauchi Governor Decries Rising Kidnapping Cases In Boundary Community 

Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State has raised concerns about the growing trend of kidnappings in Bula, a district in Tafawa Balewa local government, along the Bauchi-Plateau boundary. Bauchi enjoyed a peaceful atmosphere through coordinated security strategies, making it one of the most peaceful states in the northeast and the country. Previously, Dass, Toro, Tafawa Balewa, Bogoro, […]

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12 h. ago Delta Govt Addressing Youth Employment With Tech In Agro Business – Peterson 

The special adviser to the Delta State Governor, Hon. Donald Peterson, has said the state government is making significant efforts to transform agriculture through innovative agribusiness initiatives. In a chat with LEADERSHIP, Peterson said the Deltapreneur programme, an initiative of the Delta State government which entails agropreneurship and techpreneurship, aims to tackle unemployment and underemployment in the state. Peterson highlighted the importance of hydroponic […]

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13 h. ago Natasha defies Kogi rally ban, confirms Sallah visit to constituency

The lawmaker representing Kogi Central Senatorial District, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, on Tuesday, announced that she would not back out on her plan to return to her constituency for the Sallah break. The senator also urged her supporters to disregard speculations making the round that she has cancelled her scheduled visit. She disclosed this in a statement Read More

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13 h. ago Federal Gov’t Partners VHI On Development Of National Monuments

The federal government through the National Commission for Museums and Monuments has pledged to collaborate with the Vernacular Heritage Initiative (VHI) in the development of national monuments nationwide. Director general of the commission, Olugbile Holloway made the pledge the representative of VHI, Dr Obafemi Olukoya handed over the Egbo Egbo Bassey House Project reports and […]

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13 h. ago Locked out: Nigeria’s 5.1m people with disabilities and banking barriers

Ada sat outside a bank in Anambra, gripping her automated teller machine (ATM) card as if it were a lifeline. read more Locked out: Nigeria’s 5.1m people with disabilities and banking barriers

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