9 h. ago Wike Orders Crackdown On Illegal Hospitals After Pregnant Woman’s Death In Abuja

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has ordered a sweeping crackdown on unlicensed hospitals and unqualified medical workers operating within Abuja. The directive followed the death of a 35-year-old pregnant woman, Chekwube Chinagorom, during a failed caesarean section at Afolmi Hospital, a private clinic in Durumi that was later confirmed to […] The post Wike Orders Crackdown On Illegal Hospitals After Pregnant Woman’s Death In Abuja appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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21 h. ago Niger: Arewa Think Tank backs Bago’s executive order to curb crime

From Noah Ebije, Kaduna The Arewa Think Tank (ATT), a northern advocacy group, has expressed strong support for Niger State Governor Umar Bago’s executive order to combat crime and insecurity in the state. The group stated that the governor’s actions are lawful and necessary to address the rising violence in Minna, the state capital, where […] The post Niger: Arewa Think Tank backs Bago’s executive order to curb crime appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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22 h. ago Rivers Crisis: Wike Gives Conditions For Peace With Gov Fubara

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has rolled out some conditions for any reconciliation with his successor, Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara. Speaking during a media chat on Friday in Abuja, the former governor of the oil rich state expressed willingness to reconcile if Governor Fubara truly seeks forgiveness. The Minister emphasized that […] The post Rivers Crisis: Wike Gives Conditions For Peace With Gov Fubara appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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23 h. ago Wike orders crackdown on unregistered Abuja hospitals after maternal death at illegal facility

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has ordered a strict crackdown on unregistered hospitals and unqualified medical practitioners following the tragic death of Chekwube Chinagorom, a 35-year-old pregnant woman, at an unregistered facility in Abuja. Chinagorom died after a Caesarean section at Afolmi Hospital in Durumi, which […] The post Wike orders crackdown on unregistered Abuja hospitals after maternal death at illegal facility appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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31 h. ago Patients Stranded As NMA Affiliates Begin Strike In Akwa Ibom

  Affiliate bodies of the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA), Akwa Ibom State chapter, have embarked on a strike following the failure of the authorities of the University of Uyo (UNIUYO) to address various issues in dispute bothering on emoluments and welfare of the medical workers. The aggrieved unions, LEADERSHIP Weekend learnt, included the Medical and […]

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34 h. ago Archbishop to Tinubu: It’s time to end insecurity, social injustice

By Oluseye Ojo The Archbishop of Ibadan, Methodist Church Nigeria (MCN), Most Rev’d Olugbenga Fafeyinwa, has told President Bola Tinubu that the time has come to end insecurity, hike in prices of petroleum and gas products, injustice, corruption, religious fanaticism, banditry, and Boko Haram insurgency in country. He made the disclosure in his address at […] The post Archbishop to Tinubu: It’s time to end insecurity, social injustice appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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39 h. ago Environmental inspector in trouble for allegedly claiming to be doctor

An environmental inspector, Tosin Omodayo, on Friday appeared before an Okitipupa Chief Magistrates’ Court in Ondo State for allegedly claiming to be a medical doctor. The defendant, 37, whose address was not given, is facing a one-count charge. She, however, pleaded not guilty. The prosecutor, Mr Zedekiah Orogbemi, told the court that the defendant committed […] The post Environmental inspector in trouble for allegedly claiming to be doctor appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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42 h. ago IMION launches Executive Course to strengthen maritime security in global trade

BY PHILIP NWOSU As concerns grow over maritime insecurity and its impact on global commerce, the International Maritime Institute of Nigeria (IMION) has announced a high-level executive course designed to address threats to maritime security and their implications for international trade. The two-day course, titled “Maritime Security and Global Trade: Strategic Perspectives for Nigeria’s Blue […] The post IMION launches Executive Course to strengthen maritime security in global trade appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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44 h. ago Wike Tackles Rivers Elders, Clerics Over State’s Political Crisis

Minister of Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Chief Nyesom Wike, has challenged elders of Rivers State to show the efforts they had made towards resolving the political crisis in the state. Wike, who is the immediate-past governor of the state, spoke on Friday during a birthday anniversary thanksgiving of one of his allies in Port Harcourt, […]

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51 h. ago Security Agencies Needs More Technology To Address Killings – Nasarawa Gov

Nasarawa State Governor, Abdullahi Sule has said that security agencies in the country requires more resources to address killings in the north central part of the country. Speaking during an interview on Channels Television on Thursday, Governor Sule noted that the military needs more support in form of technology and communication, among others, to effectively […] The post Security Agencies Needs More Technology To Address Killings – Nasarawa Gov appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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55 h. ago Niger Gov Seeks Compensation For State’s Contribution To FCT

Niger State Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago has said that the government has begun implementation of the plans to address infrastructure deficit in the state even as he sought compensation for the contribution of the state to Federal Capital Territory (FCT). He said during the inauguration of the new leadership of Niger State Development Forum that […]

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59 h. ago Wike summons area council chairmen over primary school teachers’ strike

• As nurses, teachers protest PHC closure, demand N70,000 minimum wage From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, yesterday held an emergency meeting with the chairmen of the Area Councils to address the ongoing strike by the primary school teachers over unpaid entitlements and the non-implementation of the new […] The post Wike summons area council chairmen over primary school teachers’ strike appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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59 h. ago FCT Minister inspect key road projects, confident of May completion for Tinubu’s 2nd anniversary

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja  Minister for the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, in a comprehensive inspection tour of key road infrastructure projects, expressed optimism about meeting timelines for several critical roadways ahead of President Bola Tinubu’s second year in office. According to a statement by the Director of Press, Anthony Ogunleye, the Minister expressed […] The post FCT Minister inspect key road projects, confident of May completion for Tinubu’s 2nd anniversary appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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64 h. ago Wike hails Okowa’s endorsement of Tinubu, says it validates his 2023 position 

Nyesom Wike has applauded former Delta State governor, Ifeanyi Okowa, for endorsing President Bola Tinubu.  read more Wike hails Okowa’s endorsement of Tinubu, says it validates his 2023 position 

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66 h. ago Tinubu’s Infrastructure, Security Push Making Impact In FCT – Wike

Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), praised President Bola Tinubu’s “Renewed Hope” agenda, stating that it is already bringing tangible improvements for FCT resident. During an interview on Thursday, Wike highlighted the significant strides being made in areas such as infrastructure, security, and service delivery, emphasizing that the President’s vision is […] The post Tinubu’s Infrastructure, Security Push Making Impact In FCT – Wike appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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66 h. ago NEC defers state police talks amid rising violence, honours victims

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The National Economic Council (NEC), chaired by Vice President Kashim Shettima, met on Thursday at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, but postponed discussions on state police despite escalating insecurity. Attendees included governors, Rivers State Sole Administrator Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas, Delta Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, and CBN Governor Yemi […] The post NEC defers state police talks amid rising violence, honours victims appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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67 h. ago FCT teachers’ strike: Wike summons council chairmen, union leaders

Nyesom Wike, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has summoned the chairmen of the FCT area councils and the read more FCT teachers’ strike: Wike summons council chairmen, union leaders

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67 h. ago No Leadership Change In LP, Supreme Court Didn’t Sack Me – Abure

The National Chairman of the Labour Party, Julius Abure, has made it clear that his position remains intact, contrary to claims suggesting he has been removed. Addressing the media on Thursday through the party’s spokesperson, Obiora Ifoh, in Abuja, Abure said the Supreme Court ruling did not strip him of his role or invalidate his […] The post No Leadership Change In LP, Supreme Court Didn’t Sack Me – Abure appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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67 h. ago Wike inspects FCT road projects, targets May 2025 completion

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister Nyesom Wike, during a comprehensive inspection of key road projects on Thursday, expressed confidence in meeting completion deadlines for President Bola Tinubu’s second anniversary in May. A press release by Director of Press Anthony Ogunleye detailed Wike’s satisfaction with the progress and quality of several infrastructure […] The post Wike inspects FCT road projects, targets May 2025 completion appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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67 h. ago NEC approves textile board, $90bn agribusiness, livestock plan

Shettima: We’re builders of a sustainable future, not crisis managers Byline: Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The National Economic Council (NEC), chaired by Vice President Kashim Shettima, on Thursday, approved the Cotton, Textile, and Garment Development Board and agribusiness and livestock strategies projected to generate $74–$90 billion by 2035, aiming to boost Nigeria’s economy and address insecurity. […] The post NEC approves textile board, $90bn agribusiness, livestock plan appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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