1 hour ago JUST IN: Second casualty recorded in Lagos building collapse

By John Ogunsemore A second victim has died in the building collapse that occurred in the Ojodu-Berger area of Lagos State on Saturday. Head, Public Education of the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, Amodu Shakiru disclosed this in a message sent to Daily Sun on Saturday evening. “A second dead casualty has been recorded […] The post JUST IN: Second casualty recorded in Lagos building collapse appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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24 h. ago Police Begin Probe Of Alleged Attack On Senator Natasha’s Family Home In Kogi

The Kogi State Police Command said it has commenced investigation into the alleged attack on the family house of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan in Obeiba-Ihima, in Okehi local government area of Kogi State. The investigation, according to the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) of the Command, SP William Ovye Aya, followed media reports that the house […]

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32 h. ago Kogi Central Youths Condemn Attack On Senator Natasha’s Family Home, Demand Urgent Probe

Youth under the aegis of the Say No To Violence in Ebiraland (SNTVE), a peace advocacy group in Kogi Central of Kogi State, have condemned the recent armed attack on the family residence of the suspended Senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, in Ihima village. They demanded a swift and thorough investigation by the Inspector […]

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62 h. ago Alleged Defamation: Yahaya Bello Demands Probe, Prosecution Of Senator Natasha

Former governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello, has petitioned the Inspector General of Police over alleged defamatory statements made against him by the suspended senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. Bello in the petition, written and signed by his solicitor, N.A Abubakar Esq. on Wednesday, called on Nigeria Police Force to invite the lawmaker and […] The post Alleged Defamation: Yahaya Bello Demands Probe, Prosecution Of Senator Natasha appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Imo community celebrate 25 years of development, public service

By Ngozi Nwoke The Lagos chapter of the Okporo Community Development Assembly (OCDA) in Imo State has concluded activities marking its 25th anniversary celebration, outlining its accomplishments over the years. President of the association, Chinaka Okani, while reflecting on the association’s achievements over the years, said, “Today, we celebrate our journey, our achievements, and look […] The post Imo community celebrate 25 years of development, public service appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Immigration expands contactless passport renewal to USA, Mexico, others

The Nigerian Immigration Service has rolled out its Contactless Biometric Passport Application System in four more countries. The countries include the USA, Mexico, Jamaica, and Brazil. This was disclosed in a statement signed by the NIS Public Relations Officer, ACI AS Akinlabi, shared on the service’s X handle on Sunday. Akinlabi said the move was Read More

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1 week ago Igbo Youths Acknowledge Achimugu’s Contributions, Call For Fair Review

The Kogi State chapter of the Ohanaeze Ndigbo Youth Council Worldwide has acknowledged the philanthropic contributions and public service efforts of Dr Aisha Sulaiman Achimugu, OFR, describing her as a well-regarded figure with ties to Igboland. This recognition follows the recent declaration by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), which listed Achimugu as wanted […]

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1 week ago Zamfara workers applaud Lawal’s appointment of NLC official as perm sec

There was a celebration in Gusau town, the Zamfara State capital, on Saturday night, following the appointment of an official of the Nigeria Labour Congress, Sani Abubakar Bukkuyum, as a permanent secretary by Governor Dauda Lawal. Until his appointment as permanent secretary, Comrade Bukkuyum was the Chairman, National Union of Public Service Reportorial Secretarial, Data Read More

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1 week ago Federal Gov’t Begins Technical Upgrade Of Public Media Organisations

The federal government has commenced investment in cutting-edge technologies and the acquisition of state-of-the-art equipment for public media organisations to enhance effective service delivery. The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Muhammad Idris, in a statement issued to journalists on Monday in Abuja, stated this in Las Vegas, Nevada, United States, during discussions with leading […]

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1 week ago Customs Issues First Import Document On Indigenous Clearance Platform, B’Odogwu

Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has announced the issuance of its first Pre-Arrival Assessment Report (PAAR) under the B’Odogwu system. The issuance marks the beginning of a nationwide rollout of the trade platforms across the country. The national public relations officer of the service, Abdullahi Maiwada, in a statement titled: “Nigeria Customs Service Issues First PAAR […]

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2 w. ago Uromi Killings: Bala Praises Tinubu, Governors For Rapid Response

In light of the recent tragic event in Uromi, Edo State, where a mob killed 16 individuals suspected of kidnapping, the chairman of the House Committee on Public Service, Hon (Engr) Sani Bala Tsanyawa, has expressed deep appreciation for the swift actions taken by President Bola Tinubu, the National Assembly and state governors. Hon. Tsanyawa […]

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2 w. ago Women Affairs Minister, 64 Others Honoured By Arise News For Public Service Impacts

The Arise News Channel’s Board of Editors has honoured the Minister of Women Affairs, Hajiya Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, for her outstanding leadership in championing the cause of women, children and vulnerable groups. The minister was represented at the event by a philanthropist and founder of the Alafia Foundation, Mrs Olasumbo Odunsi. The event which held at […]

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2 w. ago Tinubu approves tenure extension for immigration chief Nandap until 2026

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   President Bola Tinubu has approved the extension of Kemi Nandap’s tenure as Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) until December 31, 2026. This decision comes amidst growing concerns over tenure extensions in public service, particularly within the NIS. Nandap, who joined the NIS in October 1989, was appointed Comptroller-General […] The post Tinubu approves tenure extension for immigration chief Nandap until 2026 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Group Salutes Sylvester Okonkwo On Conferment Of Doctorate Award

A group, The Advocacy for Good Governance has congratulated Dr. Sylvester Okonkwo, FCAI, on the conferment of an Honorary Doctorate in Public Administration (DPA) by Tansian University, Umunya, Anambra State. The group says the recognition is a testament to his unwavering dedication, exceptional leadership and immense contributions to public service and nation-building. In a statement […]

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3 w. ago Experts Advocate Innovative Solutions To Expand Healthcare Access

One of Nigeria’s leading medical laboratory services, SYNLAB, has urged public health experts and healthcare investors to explore innovative strategies for overcoming barriers to healthcare access in Nigeria. Hence, the firm and leading experts have proffered solutions for expanding access to convenient healthcare service delivery in Nigeria. Speaking at a recent virtual conference organised by […]

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3 w. ago Rights activist lauds Tantita, Warri correctional centre for inmates’ education

In a bid to provide educational opportunities for inmates at the Warri Correctional facility, a private security firm, Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited has embarked on the construction of a storey building for the National Open University of Nigeria at the Okere-Warri Correctional facility in Delta State. The Public Relations Officer, Nigerian Correctional Service, Delta Read More

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3 w. ago Pandemonium in Abuja as Okada riders protest alleged killing by taskforce

Tribune Online Pandemonium in Abuja as Okada riders protest alleged killing by taskforce A violent clash occurred between commercial motorcyclists and the FCT taskforce near the EFAB bridge, on Wednesday stretching from Galadima to the Public Service Institute in Dutsen Alhaji along Kubwa Expressway in Abuja. The escalating pandemonium forced many vehicles to seek alternative routes and led to a partial closure of Kubwa Expressway around 11 a.m. […] Pandemonium in Abuja as Okada riders protest alleged killing by taskforce Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Police probe stalls as Senator Natasha misses KGB infiltration inquiry

‘I was not invited,’ says lawmaker By Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja The Nigeria Police Force’s investigation into an alleged infiltration of the National Assembly by Russia’s KGB (Komitet Gosudarstvennoy Bezopasnosti) has encountered a setback, with questions arising over the next steps in the case. Sen. Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central, had filed a petition on 5 […] The post Police probe stalls as Senator Natasha misses KGB infiltration inquiry appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Senate Probes Abuse Of Federal Character Principle In Job Recruitment

The Senate, at its plenary on Tuesday, resolved to investigate the systemic abuse of the federal character principle in recruitment, promotion, political interference in all ministries, departments, and agencies and even infrastructural development across the country and determine the level of compliance with Sections 14(3) and 14(4) of the 1999 Constitution (as amended). The lawmakers […]

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3 w. ago Senate probes MDAs over imbalance in public service appointments

By Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja The Senate has accused the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Pension Commission (PENCOM), the Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC) and several other Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) of the Federal Government of consistently violating the federal character principle in appointments, promotions and recruitment. It also directed its Committee on Federal […] The post Senate probes MDAs over imbalance in public service appointments appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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