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Sep

2024

16 Key Decisions Taken By President Tinubu At Monday’s FEC Meeting

16 Key Decisions Taken By Tinubu At Monday’s FEC Meeting President Bola Tinubu on Monday presided over the Federal Executive Council meeting at the Aso Rock villa. The meeting had in attendance Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila; National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu, Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume; as well as other members of the Council. Below are the highlights of the meeting: The meeting reviewed the flooding in some parts of the country, especially the one that destroyed almost 50 per cent of Maiduguri in Borno State. The meeting backed the President’s…

Sep

2024

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EFCC Warns Skit Makers, Others Over Unauthorized Use Of Kits

Crime, Entertainment, News Flash

EFCC Warns Skit Makers, Others Over Unauthorised Use Of Kits The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has released a statement condemning the unauthorised use of its operational gear in comedy skits. This comes in response to the resurgence of an old video titled “EFCC and Army Wahala” across social media platforms. In a statement on Monday via X, the anti-graft agency expressed deep concern over the misrepresentation of its operatives in such productions. “This, once again, compels the EFCC to reiterate its warning to skit makers and other social workers to desist from using the operational accoutrements of the…

Sep

2024

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Tragedy As Hippopotamus Kills Nigerian Man

Environment, News Flash

Tragedy As Hippopotamus K¡lls Nigerian Man A hippopotamus on Sunday attacked and killed a fisherman at Yauri river, in Yauri local government area of Kebbi. The deceased Malam Usman Mai Gadi was at the river bank fishing when the vicious animal attacked and killed him. Locals who witnessed the incident said that the hippo had a new-born baby so it may have seen the fisherman as trying to harm her baby; hence the reason to act in defence. Mister Usman, before his death served as watchman to the emir of Yauri Orchard Farms in Yauri as well as took time…

Sep

2024

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Building Capacity To Support Sustainable Development Activities – Outside The Box By Dr. Alex Otti OFR

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, News Flash

Building Capacity to Support Sustainable Devt Activities OUTSIDE THE BOX BY ALEX OTTI Development is an ever-present idea that continues to evolve as human society reaches new possibilities and comes to a new sense of awareness of its strengths, opportunities and environmental advantages. The theory of development has preoccupied economists, policy makers and a wide range of other professionals for centuries. Improvement or lack thereof, in the living conditions of the various demographics and income groups, was the first layer of interest in the study of development. As society began to advance, scholars turned attention to other equally important frontiers…

Sep

2024

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‘Efforts To Silence Us Will Fail’ – NLC President Says, Sets To Honour Police Invitation

Labour, News Flash

‘Efforts To Silence Us Will Fail’ – NLC President Says, Sets To Honour Police Invitation President of Nigeria Labour Congress , NLC, Joe Ajaero, has said all efforts to intimidate and silence organised labour would fail. The labour leader also said he would on Wednesday, September 25, honour the last police invitation extended to him. Recall that Ajaero had in recent times been under the radar of security agencies, especially the Police and the Department of State Services, DSS. However, speaking to some workers and union officials in Lagos, Ajaero said: “Recently, I was arrested and detained by the state,…

Sep

2024

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President Tinubu Orders Crackdown On ‘Yahoo Boys’, Other Cyber Criminals

Crime, News Flash, Presidency

Tinubu Orders Crackdown On ‘Yahoo Boys’, Other Cyber Criminals President Bola Tinubu has issued a fresh directive to security agencies to go after cyber criminals and other organized crime groups in the country. This was made known by Bayo Onanuga, the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy in a statement on Sunday. According to the statement, President Tinubu said security and law enforcement agencies — including the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), the Nigeria Police Force (NPF), and the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA), must intensify efforts in cracking down on individuals…

Sep

2024

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ABSG Reaffirms It’s Commitment To Supporting Every Effort Aimed At Enhancing Security In The State

Abia State, Good Governance, News Flash, Security

ABSG REAFFIRMS IT'S COMMITMENT TO SUPPORTING EVERY EFFORT AIMED AT ENHANCING SECURITY IN THE STATE. Àbia State Government has reaffirmed it's commitment to providing necessary resources and infrastructure that will enhance the capabilities of security agencies in Àbia State. This was disclosed by the Deputy Governor of Abia State, Engr. Ikechukwu Emetu, FNSE, while speaking in an event organized by the Police Community Relations Committee(PCRC) meant for the unveiling of their proposed Administrative block and award presentation to credible individuals. In his words, "the Government of Abia State will continue to work closely with the police, the Police Community Relations…

Sep

2024

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President Tinubu Breaks Silence On Outcome Of Edo Governorship Election

Columns/Opinions/Letters, FGN, News Flash, Politics

President Tinubu Breaks Silence On Outcome Of Edo Guber Election President Bola Tinubu has commended the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for conducting what he termed a successful, peaceful, and largely hitch-free governorship election in Edo State. In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu congratulated Senator Monday Okpebholo, the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate, on his victory. “I commend INEC and our security agencies for their tireless efforts,” Tinubu said. “INEC has once again demonstrated its commitment to organizing free and fair elections in our country.” President Tinubu praised APC national…

Sep

2024

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APC’s Okpebholo Wins Edo Governorship Election

News Flash, Politics

APC’s Okpebholo Wins Edo Governorship Election The All Progressives Congress (APC) has been declared winner of the Saturday governorship election in Edo State. The APC candidate, Monday Okpebholo, was declared winner by the Returning Officer, the Vice-chancellor of the Federal University Of Technology, Minna, Prof. Faruk Adamu Kuta. Okpebholo polled 291,667 votes to defeat his arch rival, Asue Ighodalo of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) who secured 247,274 votes. The Labour Party candidate, Olumide Akpata, came distant third with 22,763 votes. The APC won in 11 local government areas while the PDP won seven. The APC won the six local…

Sep

2024

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Foundational Learning And Literacy In ABIA State: Celebrating The Successful Conclusion Of The 2,000 Master Trainers Program Under Dr. Alex Chioma Otti’s Administration – By Kenechukwu Nwosu(SA, Education To Gov. Otti)

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Education, News Flash

FOUNDATIONAL LEARNING AND LITERACY IN ABIA STATE: CELEBRATING THE SUCCESSFUL CONCLUSION OF THE 2,000 MASTER TRAINERS PROGRAM UNDER DR. ALEX CHIOMA OTTI'S ADMINISTRATION. Today, September 21st, 2024, marks a significant milestone in the ongoing educational reforms under the leadership of Governor Dr. Alex Chioma Otti OFR. With the successful conclusion of the training of 2,000 Master Trainers, Abia State is setting a new standard in foundational learning and literacy. This groundbreaking program is a testament to the Governor’s unwavering commitment to improving education across the state, equipping educators with advanced pedagogical techniques, and ultimately strengthening the foundation of learning for…