6 h. ago Akpabio To MDAs: Legislative Resolutions Binding, Not Optional

The Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, said compliance with legislative resolutions by government ministries, departments, and agencies (MDAs) is not optional but binding. Akpabio stated this at the 2nd National Workshop, organised by the Senate Committee on Legislative Compliance in Abuja, on the theme “Consolidating Strategies for Strengthening Legislative Compliance by MDAs.” Akpabio, represented by the […]

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13 h. ago Oyebanji releases additional N200m for pensioners’ gratuities

Ekiti State Governor, Mr. Biodun Oyebanji, has approved the release of an additional N200m for the payment of gratuities to retirees in the state. The announcement was made on Tuesday in Ado Ekiti by the Permanent Secretary, Pension Transition Arrangement Department, Mr. Francis Omotoso, via an official statement. Omotoso disclosed that the newly released funds Read More

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17 h. ago Top graduating students who stole LASU’s 28th Convocation Spotlight

At the Lagos State University’s 28th Convocation ceremony, 12 first-degree graduating students emerged as the shining stars of the event, read more Top graduating students who stole LASU’s 28th Convocation Spotlight

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17 h. ago Northern Group Lauds DSS, Warns Against Sabotaging War Against Terrorism

  The Northern Ethnic Youth Group Assembly (NEYGA) has lauded the Department of State Services (DSS) for its contributions to national stability and its ongoing fight against banditry and terrorism. In a statement signed by spokesperson of the group, Ibrahim Dan-Musa, the group noted what it said were indications of a campaign launched by certain […]

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18 h. ago “Don’t Let ‘Family’ Be The Reason You’re Drowning In Silence” – Peter Okoye

Peter Okoye, formerly part of the now-disbanded music group P-Square, has taken a swipe at his family following his testimony against his older brother, Jude Okoye, in a case involving financial misconduct. Jude and his company, Northside Music Limited, are currently facing prosecution by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over allegations linked to […] The post “Don’t Let ‘Family’ Be The Reason You’re Drowning In Silence” – Peter Okoye appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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20 h. ago ‘Real family doesn’t manipulate,’ Peter Okoye says after testifying against brother in court

Nigerian music star Peter Okoye of the legendary duo, P-Square, has opened up about enduring over two decades of betrayal and manipulation, stating that he is now prioritising his mental health. In a post on his Instagram story on Tuesday, Peter wrote, “Don’t let ‘family’ be the reason you’re drowning in silence. I did – Read More

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21 h. ago Ndume praises Tinubu’s state of emergency on food security, calls for DOGE

From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja Borno South Senator Ali Ndume has praised President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of a national emergency on food security, describing it as a bold step towards addressing hunger and inflation across the country. The senator has called for the creation of a Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) to monitor and enforce policy […] The post Ndume praises Tinubu’s state of emergency on food security, calls for DOGE appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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22 h. ago Peter Okoye speaks after testifying in elder brother’s trial

By John Ogunsemore Singer, Peter Okoye of the defunct P-Square group said he drowned in silence for more than 20 years because of his family. Peter, also known as Mr P, stated this in an Instagram Story on Tuesday, a day after testifying as the first prosecution witness in the trial of his elder brother, […] The post Peter Okoye speaks after testifying in elder brother’s trial appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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25 h. ago “I Couldn’t Even Buy A Phone Without Jude’s Permission” — Peter Okoye Testifies Against Brother

Peter Okoye, one half of the iconic duo P-Square, testified on Monday at the Federal High Court in Lagos, revealing how his older brother and former manager, Jude Okoye, secretly established a new company in his wife’s name. He went on to explain that Jude used this company to divert royalties that were rightfully owed […] The post “I Couldn’t Even Buy A Phone Without Jude’s Permission” — Peter Okoye Testifies Against Brother appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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26 h. ago ITF Replaces Starter Packs With Global Artisan Certification

The Industrial Training Fund (ITF) has scrapped the issuance of starter packs to graduates of its skills development programmes, opting instead for globally recognised certification standards that will qualify artisans for both domestic and international employment. Disclosing this in Abuja during a media briefing, the director-general of ITF, Dr. Afiz Oluwatoyin Ogun, said the shift […]

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28 h. ago Shock As Final Year AkwaPoly Student Slumps, Dies In Karate Pitch

Gloom has enveloped the Akwa Ibom Polytechnic (AkwaPoly) community at Ikot Osurua, in Ikot Ekpene local government area of Akwa Ibom State. It was a bleak weekend for the students of the Department of Journalism and Media Studies following the incident of their final year Higher National Diploma (HND) colleague, who slumped and died instantly […]

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40 h. ago FG seeks stronger EU security collaboration to tackle terrorism, banditry

The Nigerian Minister of Defense, Badaru Abubakar, has announced plans to strengthen defense cooperation with the European Union to combat terrorism and banditry in the country. This development was disclosed on Monday during a meeting with the Director of Peace Partnership and Crisis Management Department of the European External Action Service in Brussels, at the Read More

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40 h. ago Alleged N1.3bn fraud: How my rift with Jude Okoye started – Peter Okoye

Peter Okoye, a former member of the defunct music duo P-Square, testified in the N1.3 billion fraud case against his older brother, Jude Okoye on Monday. Jude Okoye is standing trial on a seven-count charge, including fraud and money laundering, based on a petition written by Peter Okoye through the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission […] The post Alleged N1.3bn fraud: How my rift with Jude Okoye started – Peter Okoye appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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53 h. ago Lagos Varsity Dismisses Three Lecturers Over Alleged Sexual Harassment

Lagos State University of Science and Technology has fired three of its academic staff members over alleged sexual harassment within the institution. INFORMATION NIGERIA learnt that the sacked lecturers include one Mr. Nurudeen Hassan from the Department of Mass Communication, Mr. Kareem Arigbabu and Mr. Olayinka Uthman from the Department of Arts & Design. It […] The post Lagos Varsity Dismisses Three Lecturers Over Alleged Sexual Harassment appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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53 h. ago “Tinubu’s Trip To France Not Medical Related” – Presidency Insists

Special Adviser to President on Policy Communication, Daniel Bwala, has insisted that President Bola Tinubu’s visitation to France has no connection with health challenge as claimed by opposition. Mr. Bwala led this out on Sunday, during an interview with Channels Television. He emphasized that President Tinubu departed Nigeria to France on the 2nd of April, […] The post “Tinubu’s Trip To France Not Medical Related” – Presidency Insists appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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65 h. ago Sprint stars shine as MTN CHAMPS Lagos ends with youthful brilliance

Nigeria’s brightest young athletic talents thrilled fans with electrifying performances and dramatic sprint finishes on the final day of the read more Sprint stars shine as MTN CHAMPS Lagos ends with youthful brilliance

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69 h. ago US Seeks Stronger Engagement With Nigeria, Says Trump’s Envoy

The United States administration under President Donald Trump has indicated strong interest in deepening direct engagement with Nigeria as a cornerstone of US relations with Africa. A State Department representative and Senior Advisor for Africa, Mr. Massad Boulos stated this when he was received by President Bola Tinubu on Thursday in Paris, France. Presidential spokesman, […]

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3 d. ago First Lady Rallies Traditional, Religious Leaders On HIV Awareness

First lady, Senator Remi Tinubu, has called on traditional rulers, religious leaders, market associations and youth groups to join hands in intensifying awareness about HIV/AIDS, particularly among adolescents and women of reproductive age. Speaking at the flag-off of the Free to Shine Triple Elimination Campaign in the North-East geopolitical zone, the first lady emphasised that […]

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3 d. ago Sundry Foods awards scholarship to students in host communities

A leading food services company in Nigeria, Sundry Foods Limited (SFL) has awarded scholarships to several under-graduate students of tertiary read more Sundry Foods awards scholarship to students in host communities

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3 d. ago Tinubu Charges NOUN To Lead Africa In Digital Learning Innovation

President Bola Tinubu has charged the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) to take the lead in advancing digital learning across Africa. Tinubu, who is the Visitor to the university, stated this at its 14th convocation in Abuja yesterday. The university graduated a total of 17,420 students, comprising 10,967 undergraduates and 6,413 postgraduate students. At […]

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