44 m. ago Soil science expert seeks law for national land use planning to protect agricultural soils

Tribune Online Soil science expert seeks law for national land use planning to protect agricultural soils A Professor of soil science at the Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Olufunmilayo Ande, has asked the Federal Government to enact law that will see to national land use planning in order to protect soils for effective agricultural practices. Professor Ande, stated this during inaugural lecture which held recently. She noted that aside the law for […] Soil science expert seeks law for national land use planning to protect agricultural soils Tribune Online

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4 h. ago NDDC Launches Statewide Campaign Against Substance Abuse In Schools

The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has initiated a statewide campaign aimed at combating substance abuse in selected secondary schools across Calabar in Cross River State. This campaign, launched in partnership with key stakeholders, including government agencies, security organisations, and educational institutions, seeks to educate students about the dangers of drug abuse, empower them to […]

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5 h. ago Forum Seeks Arms For Vigilantes, Payment Of Compensation For FCT

As Gbagyi ethnic communities have been ravaged by banditry, the Gbagyi Elders Forum (GEF) has called for the vigilante in the community to bear arms to match the various terrorist groups. This is also coming on the heels of the recent summit of Gbagyi elders in Abuja,  that was organised to foster unity among the […]

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9 h. ago Ogun community seeks relocation of dump, alleges health, security risks

Residents of the Yakoyo community in the Ojodu Abiodun area of Ifo Local Government Area of Ogun State are appealing to the state government to relocate a dump within the community that has posed a threat to their health and the security of the community. PUNCH Metro correspondent who visited the community on Monday gathered Read More

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9 h. ago N80bn fraud: Bello’s name not on N550m Abuja property documents, EFCC witness tells court

From Godwin Tsa, Abuja A prosecution witness, Olusegun Adeleke has told the Abuja division of the Federal High Court, that the immediate past governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello did not participate in all the transactions that led to purchase of N550M in Maitama  district of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), by one Shehu Bello. […] The post N80bn fraud: Bello’s name not on N550m Abuja property documents, EFCC witness tells court appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Armed security operatives mount road blocks on major roads, council secretariats in Osun

Stern-looking and heavily armed security personnel were visible at strategic points on major roads in Osogbo and major towns in Osun State yesterday. There had been contention between the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) over the Court of Appeal judgment in respect of the sacked APC council chairmen and councillors. […] The post Armed security operatives mount road blocks on major roads, council secretariats in Osun appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago NEC MEETING APC Begins Pushback Against Opposition Coalition

Ahead of the All Progressive Congress (APC) National Executive (NEC) meeting, the party seems to have begun a pushback against the opposition coalition seeking to unseat President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in 2027. Barring any last-minute change, the APC will hold its National Caucus and the NEC meetings on Tuesday and Wednesday to consolidate bases and […]

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11 h. ago Outages: No functional MRI in public hospitals, say resident doctors

The president of the Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors, Dr. Tope Osundara has lamented that the absence of a reliable power supply has rendered most Magnetic Resonance Imaging machines in public hospitals useless, forcing patients to seek medical attention in private facilities. The NARD president expressed concern that the erratic power supply had crippled the Read More

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15 h. ago Ijaw youths hail Tinubu for boosting oil production, economic growth

The Ijaw Youth Consultative Forum has commended President Bola Tinubu for the increased oil and gas production and improved security in the Niger Delta. The youths also praised the President for the economic growth in the Niger Delta and the increased investment in infrastructure and human capital development. In a statement on Monday, the President Read More

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15 h. ago NIPSS seeks executive order mandating all MDAs’ migration to OneGov.ng portal

.Seeks passage of Digital Economy and e-Governance Bill 2024 The National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies on Monday urged read more NIPSS seeks executive order mandating all MDAs’ migration to OneGov.ng portal

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15 h. ago Wike, Adamawa gov inspect ongoing construction of bus terminals in Abuja

Tribune Online Wike, Adamawa gov inspect ongoing construction of bus terminals in Abuja The Minister posted the photos on his official Facebook account with the caption: "I was joined today, by my Friend and brother, Governor Umaru Fintiri of Adamawa State to inspect the ongoing construction of Bus Terminals at Mabushi, Eagle Square and Kugbo in the FCT." Wike, Adamawa gov inspect ongoing construction of bus terminals in Abuja Tribune Online

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16 h. ago Reps deputy speaker seeks passage of women’s seat reservation bill

The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, has called for the passage of the Seat Reservation for Women Bill, saying it would unlock national prosperity. Speaking at a Three-Day workshop on the public presentation of the national women leaders forum’s operational guidelines and the roles of political parties in the passage of Read More

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17 h. ago Tax reform bill: Allow Sharia, customary laws to deal with section of inheritance, ACF urges NASS

Tribune Online Tax reform bill: Allow Sharia, customary laws to deal with section of inheritance, ACF urges NASS The mouthpiece of the North Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) has submitted a report containing comprehensive set of observations and recommendations to the National Assembly, saying Sharia, customary laws should be given jurisdiction on religious matter of inheritance. Tax reform bill: Allow Sharia, customary laws to deal with section of inheritance, ACF urges NASS Tribune Online

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17 h. ago NAAT slams FG over frequent dissolution of varsity governing councils

Tribune Online NAAT slams FG over frequent dissolution of varsity governing councils .Demands immediate payment of members’ withheld salaries THE National Association of Academic Technologists (NAAT) has condemned the Federal Government’s persistent dissolution of university governing councils and the arbitrary removal of vice-chancellors, warning that such actions threaten the stability and development of the nation’s tertiary institutions. Rising from an emergency National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting held […] NAAT slams FG over frequent dissolution of varsity governing councils Tribune Online

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17 h. ago Tinubu seeks collaboration among security agencies to combat crime

Tribune Online Tinubu seeks collaboration among security agencies to combat crime President Bola Tinubu has sought collaboration among security agencies in the country in tackling the challenge of banditry; kidnapping; armed robbery, among other forms of criminality. Tinubu seeks collaboration among security agencies to combat crime Tribune Online

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19 h. ago Benue LG tribunal: Lawyers seek adjournment over security concerns

Counsels representing over 400 respondents before the Benue State Local Government Election Petition Tribunal have requested an adjournment due to security concerns. The tribunal was set to begin sittings across the state’s three senatorial districts on Monday. The counsel; Mathew Burkaa, SAN, Mohammed N Mohammed, SAN and S.I Ameh, SAN for Zone A, B and  Read More

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19 h. ago LASG seeks partnership with residents to maintain State owned estates

By Maduka Nweke Lagos State government has enjoined residents of all State owned estates to ensure sustainability of infrastructure, housing assets and market value of their properties.  LASG said residents are expected to ensure regular maintenance and partner the State Government to provide constant improvement to the facilities. The Commissioner for Housing Moruf Akinderu-Fatai who […] The post LASG seeks partnership with residents to maintain State owned estates appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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22 h. ago Coalition Urges Senate To Reject Bill On NASS Clerk Appointment

A coalition of retired civil servants in Nigeria has called on Senate President Godswill Akpabio to reject a proposed legislation seeking to limit the appointment of the Clerk to the National Assembly (CNA) to only individuals who have served within the legislative chambers. In a letter signed by the convener of the group, Comrade Bango […]

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22 h. ago Benue Tribunal: Counsels seek adjournment over security concerns

Tribune Online Benue Tribunal: Counsels seek adjournment over security concerns Counsels to over 400 respondents before the Local Government Election Petition Tribunal in Benue State have raised the alarm of insecurity at the venue of the tribunal across the state and requested an adjournment. Benue Tribunal: Counsels seek adjournment over security concerns Tribune Online

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22 h. ago UK introduces tougher citizenship rules for illegal entrants, asylum seekers

Tribune Online UK introduces tougher citizenship rules for illegal entrants, asylum seekers Under the new law, which takes effect on February 10, 2025, individuals who have entered the UK illegally will be barred from obtaining British citizenship. UK introduces tougher citizenship rules for illegal entrants, asylum seekers Tribune Online

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