1 hour ago Court restrains Abia govt from engaging in fresh process of appointing new Judges

From Okey Sampson, Umuahia A Federal High Court sitting in Umuahia, Abia State, has restrained the Abia state Government and her agents from engaging in fresh process for the appointment of new Judges in the state. The order followed an application brought by two litigants questioning Abia State Government’s engaging in a fresh process in […] The post Court restrains Abia govt from engaging in fresh process of appointing new Judges appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 hour ago Prioritise payment of gratuities, pension to retirees, APC chieftain tasks govt

From Layi Olanrewaju, Ilorin A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kwara State, Akogun Iyiola Oyedepo, has tasked government at all levels to place high premium on prompt payment of gratuities and pensions to retirees. Oyedepo posited that delayed payment of pensioners’ entitlements was injurious to society, adding that regular payment of pensioners’ […] The post Prioritise payment of gratuities, pension to retirees, APC chieftain tasks govt appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Lawal tours mining sites in Anka, Maru, pledges improved security

From John Bassey, Gusau Zamfara Governor Dauda Lawal has assured that there will be an increase in revenue following significant improvements in security across the state. On Wednesday, the governor toured sites and mining factories in the Anka and Maru Local Government Areas. A statement by the spokesperson for the governor, Sulaiman Bala Idris, disclosed […] The post Lawal tours mining sites in Anka, Maru, pledges improved security appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Girls Education: MPC trains enumerators on AGILE project in Zamfara

Tribune Online Girls Education: MPC trains enumerators on AGILE project in Zamfara The Zamfara State Adolescent Girls Initiative for Learning and Empowerment (AGILE) project, in collaboration with Media and Publicity Consult (MPC), has embarked on training and capacity-building for enumerators on the importance of girls' education in the state. Girls Education: MPC trains enumerators on AGILE project in Zamfara Tribune Online

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4 h. ago Oyo govt, NGOs, religious leaders collaborate to checkmate spate of unsafe abortion 

Tribune Online Oyo govt, NGOs, religious leaders collaborate to checkmate spate of unsafe abortion  "Safe abortion is not just a health issue but a matter of human dignity, bodily autonomy, and social justice. Ensuring access to safe procedures reduces maternal mortality, prevents unsafe practices, and upholds the rights of individuals to... Oyo govt, NGOs, religious leaders collaborate to checkmate spate of unsafe abortion  Tribune Online

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6 h. ago Police Nab 4 Suspected ‘Yahoo’ Boys, 6 Cybercrime School Trainees In Lagos

Operatives of the Lagos State Police Command have apprehended four suspected over internet fraudsters, popularly called ‘Yahoo Boys’, and six other trainees of a cyberfraud academy in the Iju-Ishaga area of the state. Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) of the Command, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin disclosed the arrests to newsmen on Wednesday. He said, “During the […]

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8 h. ago Ekiti Gov’t Engages 3 Airlines To Begin Commercial Flight Operations

Ekiti State Government has entered into discussions with three major airlines in the country to commence commercial flights at the State Agro-Allied International Cargo Airport. Governor Biodun Oyebanji who disclosed this, said efforts were in place to ensure the airport runs 24-hour operations, in a bid to make the route competitive. Govenor Oyebanji also expressed […]

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10 h. ago 10 Arrested As Police Dismantle Internet Fraud Training Centre In Lagos

The Lagos State Police Command has identified and closed down an unlawful internet fraud training centre, commonly called a “Yahoo School,” in the Iju area of the state. In a statement released on Tuesday, the command’s spokesperson, Benjamin Hundeyin, disclosed that four principal suspects and six trainees had been apprehended. He stated that one of […] The post 10 Arrested As Police Dismantle Internet Fraud Training Centre In Lagos appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Akpabio Sponsoring ‘EFCC’s Most Wanted Persons’ To Recall Me – Natasha

The suspended Senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has alleged that Senate President Godswill Akpabio and former Kogi State governor Yahaya Bello were behind the recall process against her, using fake constituents to push their agenda. The federal lawmaker questioned how a Senate President could stoop so low as to collaborate with one of the […]

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11 h. ago Sokoto govt moves to end traditional practices in metal poisoning treatment

Tribune Online Sokoto govt moves to end traditional practices in metal poisoning treatment The Sokoto State Commissioner of Health, Dr. Faruk Wurno, has strongly condemned the use of harmful traditional practices in treating metal poisoning, particularly the dangerous methods employed by local barbers. Dr. Wurno criticized the practice of making incisions on patients’ stomachs as a treatment for metal poisoning, calling for an immediate end to such procedures. […] Sokoto govt moves to end traditional practices in metal poisoning treatment Tribune Online

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12 h. ago Prioritise pensioners’ gratuities over infrastructure, Kwara APC chieftain urges govt

Tribune Online Prioritise pensioners’ gratuities over infrastructure, Kwara APC chieftain urges govt He further emphasised that retirees should not be left to struggle, advocating for timely gratuities and training programmes to help them transition smoothly into post-service life. Prioritise pensioners’ gratuities over infrastructure, Kwara APC chieftain urges govt Tribune Online

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12 h. ago Cross River govt hails BCS over dedication to sustainable energy

Tribune Online Cross River govt hails BCS over dedication to sustainable energy Cross River State Government, represented by the Ministry of Power and Renewable Energy, has praised the Brotherhood of the Cross and Star (BCS) for its dedication to sustainable energy during a pre-commissioning inspection of a 245KW solar energy system at the church’s headquarters. Cross River govt hails BCS over dedication to sustainable energy Tribune Online

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13 h. ago Bauchi govt to release N100m matching fund for child nutrition — Official

Tribune Online Bauchi govt to release N100m matching fund for child nutrition — Official The CNF, managed by the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF), is designed to support governments in procuring essential nutrients and food needed to prevent and combat malnutrition among children under five. Bauchi govt to release N100m matching fund for child nutrition — Official Tribune Online

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14 h. ago Uromi: Kano govt will remain steadfast in demand for justice 

From Desmond Mgboh, Kano   Kano State Government, Wednesday insisted that it would remain steadfast in its demand for justice for the 16 Kano – bound Hausa travellers killed in Uromi by members of the community and local vigilance groups.           The Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs in his statement […] The post Uromi: Kano govt will remain steadfast in demand for justice  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago “Security Operatives Will Determine Senator Natasha’s Arrest For Disobeying Govt’s Directives” – Kogi Commissioner

Kogi State government has said that only security agencies can decide whether Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan should be arrested for defying the state government’s ban on rallies. Recall that Governor Usman Ododo’s led administration over the weekend, announced a restriction on public gatherings and rallies in Kogi, citing security concerns in the state. INFORMATION NIGERIA reports […] The post “Security Operatives Will Determine Senator Natasha’s Arrest For Disobeying Govt’s Directives” – Kogi Commissioner appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Muslim community in Rivers seeks out suspended Gov Fubara for salah homage

The Muslim community (Muslim Umma and northern community) in Rivers State managed to seek out the suspended governor of the read more Muslim community in Rivers seeks out suspended Gov Fubara for salah homage

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14 h. ago Troops Have Reduced Terrorist Activities In Kebbi, Zamfara States — Army

Troops of 1 Brigade under Operation Fansar Yamma have recorded significant success in reducing terrorists’ activities in Kebbi and Zamfara states. The Commander of 1 Brigade of the Nigerian Army, Gusau, Brigadier General Timothy Opurum stated this during a Sallah luncheon with officers, soldiers and families at the Brigade Cantonment in Gusau on Tuesday. General […]

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16 h. ago Kogi govt responds to Senator Natasha’s assassination allegation

Kogi State Commissioner for Information, Kingsley Fanwo, has addressed the assassination allegation made by suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. Akpoti-Uduaghan accused the Kogi government of plotting to assassinate her during the homecoming rally in her hometown in Okehi Local Government Area on Tuesday. She added that she had already reported the development to the police. “The […] The post Kogi govt responds to Senator Natasha’s assassination allegation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Natasha alleges plot against her life, accuses Akpabio and Yahaya Bello

Suspended Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has accused Senate President Godswill Akpabio and former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello of conspiring to kill read more Natasha alleges plot against her life, accuses Akpabio and Yahaya Bello

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17 h. ago Kogi govt’s ban on rallies, attempt to suppress freedom of association — SDP

Tribune Online Kogi govt’s ban on rallies, attempt to suppress freedom of association — SDP Social Democratic Party (SDP) in Kogi has condemned the ban on political rallies and convoys imposed by the state government. Kogi govt’s ban on rallies, attempt to suppress freedom of association — SDP Tribune Online

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