17 m. ago [BREAKING] LG autonomy: Tinubu threatens govs with direct FAAC deductions

President Tinubu warns governors he may enforce LG autonomy with an Executive Order for direct FAAC deductions, urging compliance with a Supreme Court ruli Read More: https://punchng.com/breaking-lg-autonomy-tinubu-threatens-govs-with-direct-faac-deductions/

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3 h. ago Ebonyi govt refutes abandoning ongoing projects as said by IPAC

Ebonyi State Government has refuted claims that some of its ongoing projects across the state have been abandoned. The Special Assistant to the Governor, Francis Nwifuru, Mr. Sunday Nwambam disclosed this on Friday describing the reports by Inter-Party Advisory Commission as misleading and a misrepresentation of facts. According to Nwambam, the clarification became necessary following […]

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7 h. ago Customs uncovers 1980s drug seizures during warehouse renovation, hands over to NDLEA

He disclosed that the matter was reported to him in Abuja, and directed that safety checks be carried out to ensure the cabinet did not contain explosive materials.

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7 h. ago Adeleke fires back at Oyebamiji, defends Osun’s health sector

Governor Adeleke refutes claims that the Osun health sector is moribund, detailing key upgrades, renovations, and staff welfare improvements. Read More: https://punchng.com/adeleke-fires-back-at-oyebamiji-defends-osuns-health-sector/

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8 h. ago Why Gov Lawal directed Dansadau PHC renovation — Commissioner

In a statement issued on Friday by the information officer Ministry of Health, Sulaiman Isah, said the total renovation of Dansadau PHC, in Maru local government, includes the provision of Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene( WASH) facilities at the PHC.

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10 h. ago Kano gov revokes illegal allocations on Northwest varsity land

Kano Governor Abba Yusuf orders the revocation of all illegal allocations and encroachments on the land of Northwest University. Read more on his directive Read More: https://punchng.com/kano-gov-revokes-illegal-allocations-on-northwest-varsity-land/

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10 h. ago PDP Leadership Crisis: INEC Chair Amupitan Meets Turaki, Anyanwu

The INEC Chairman, Joash Amupitan, explained that the meeting was aimed at trying to understand why the commission was receiving correspondence from two groups claiming leadership of the PDP. The post PDP Leadership Crisis: INEC Chair Amupitan Meets Turaki, Anyanwu-led Groups appeared first on Channels Television.

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11 h. ago Traditional Ruler, CAN Suspend Church Activities In Kogi Community After Attacks

The Obaro of Kabba and Chairman of the Kabba/Bunu Traditional Council, Oba Solomon Owoniyi, in collaboration with the Christian Association of Nigeria in Kabba/Bunu Local Government Area of Kogi State, has ordered the suspension of all church activities in the area until further notice. The directive followed a series of security breaches in the community, […] The post Traditional Ruler, CAN Suspend Church Activities In Kogi Community After Attacks appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Mammoth crowd welcomes Governor Lawal in historic visit to Dansadau

Governor Lawal launches key Zamfara development projects, including a Dansadau visit, PHC overhaul, new scholarships, and a €5.1M EU peace initiative. Read More: https://punchng.com/mammoth-crowd-welcomes-governor-lawal-in-historic-visit-to-dansadau/

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11 h. ago FG orders suspension of enforcement measures on sachet alcohol ban

The directive was issued by the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (OSGF) following the correspondence from the House of Representatives Committee on....

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12 h. ago Nigeria’s 200trn cubic feet of gas can end darkness — Eyesan, new NUPRC boss

As Senate screens Farouk, Komolafe’s replacements PRESIDENT Bola Tinubu’s nominees to head the country’s petroleum regulatory agencies on Thursday promised major reforms to protect investments in the sector. Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan, who was just appointed as the chief executive of the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC), and Saidu Muhammad, appointed chief executive of the Nigerian […]

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12 h. ago Pencom insists on June 2027 as recapitalisation deadline for PFA

The National Pension Commission (PenCom) says the recapitalisation of Pension Fund Administrators (PFAs) remains firmly on course, with all operators read more Pencom insists on June 2027 as recapitalisation deadline for PFA

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13 h. ago IPMAN eyes refinery ownership, orders members to buy Dangote fuel

IPMAN directs its members to buy fuel from the Dangote Refinery to boost domestic supply and plans to venture into refinery ownership in Nigeria. Read More: https://punchng.com/ipman-eyes-refinery-ownership-orders-members-to-buy-dangote-fuel/

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13 h. ago PSC promotes over 760 police officers nationwide, elevates Gumel to DIG

The Police Service Commission (PSC) has approved the promotion of more than 760 senior officers of the Nigeria Police Force read more PSC promotes over 760 police officers nationwide, elevates Gumel to DIG

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19 h. ago Pinpoint Productions announces Chris Ihidero’s Feature Film Debut, ‘Aloma’

PinPoint Productions has officially confirmed the production of ‘Aloma,’ the debut feature film from acclaimed Nigerian filmmaker, writer, and director Chris Ihidero.

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19 h. ago AFRIMA president, global experts map out new direction for culture at Morocco forum

The President of the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA), Mr Mike Dada, joined leading cultural and creative industry experts from across the world to discuss the future of Africa’s cultural sector at the 3rd Moroccan Forum of Cultural and Creative Industries (CCI) in Rabat, Morocco.

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19 h. ago FG commissions PCB treatment centre to enhance environmental safety, public health

“PCBs are highly hazardous pollutants that pose serious risks to human health, biodiversity and the entire environment....

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21 h. ago Enugu to channel lottery proceeds into healthcare, education

Discover Enugu’s new gaming and lottery law, which directs proceeds to public projects like healthcare and education through a new charitable trust fund. Read More: https://punchng.com/enugu-to-channel-lottery-proceeds-into-healthcare-education/

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25 h. ago Permanent Secretary seeks increased funding, strategic partnerships to strengthen NYSC

Dr. Keshinro made the call during separate familiarization visits to the Director-General of NYSC, Brigadier General Olakunle Oluseye Nafiu, and the Director-General of CLTC, Ms. Rinsola Abiola, at their respective headquarters.

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25 h. ago Court upholds Ngige’s bail, but he must find serving director, FCT landowner as surety

The Federal Capital Territory High Court sitting in Gwarinpa, Abuja, on Thursday ordered Chris Ngige, a former Minister of Labour read more Court upholds Ngige’s bail, but he must find serving director, FCT landowner as surety

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