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Value Jet to begin flights at Ogun gateway international airport Oct 7
The Ogun State government announced on Friday that Value Jet Airline will commence flights for passengers on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the newly constructed Gateway International Airport, located along the Ilisan-Iperu Remo road, starting from October 7. This cheering news, according to a statement issued on Friday by the Special Adviser to Governor Dapo Abiodun on Information and Strategy, Kayode…
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Eno honours ex-Akwa Ibom deputies, says their wisdom shaped state’s progress
The governor of Akwa Ibom State, Pastor Umo Eno has gifted past deputy governors of the state brand new Sport Utility Vehicle (SUVs). According to a post via the governor’s X handle, the gift is a show of appreciation for their years of service and sacrifice. Eno stated that the former deputy governors’wisdom shaped Akwa Ibom State’s progress, hence his…
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LASG unveils framework to tackle SGBV, boost workplace productivity
The Lagos State Government has launched new guidelines to prevent and address sexual harassment in the workplace. The Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency (DSVA) unveiled the framework during a symposium at the Civic Centre, Victoria Island. The event focused on the impact of sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV) on labour and organisational productivity. It brought together more than 130…
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No child should be denied technical education over illegal fees- Education Minister
The Federal Government has reaffirmed that tuition and approved charges in all Federal Technical Colleges (FTCs) remain completely free, stressing that no Nigerian child should be denied access to technical education because of unauthorized payments. Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa, said on Thursday via the Ministry’s official X handle that the government fully funds tuition alongside approved costs such as…
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ADC directs members to resign from old parties
The leadership of the opposition coalition has instructed its members to resign from their current political parties and join the African Democratic Congress (ADC) although no specific deadline was given for this transition. The National Publicity Secretary of the ADC, Bolaji Abdullahi, revealed this to reporters in Abuja on Thursday following a caucus meeting that included senior party leaders and…
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2027: Ganduje, Barau, others mobilise for Tinubu in Kano
Former National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, and Deputy Senate President, Barau Jibrin, on Thursday led key party stakeholders from Kano State in expressing strong support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election bid in 2027. Other prominent figures present at the meeting included Minister of State for Housing, Alhaji Abdullahi Atta; Senator Kawu Sumaila; House Appropriations…
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Somolu LG Chairman lauds LASG on free healthcare provision for retirees
The Chairman of Somolu Local Government, Lateef Ashimi, lauded the Lagos State Government (LASG) for its significant initiative — providing free healthcare services to all retired government workers across the state. The medical outreach, facilitated by the Public Service Office and Lagos State Health District II, drew beneficiaries to Okemetta Primary School in Somolu for treatment, drug collection, and further…
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LASG begins demolition of illegal buildings at Trade Fair complex
The Lagos State Government on Thursday began demolition of unsafe and illegal buildings at the Trade Fair Complex in Ojo. The operation was carried out jointly by the Ministry of Physical Planning, Lagos State Building Control Agency, Lagos State Urban Renewal Agency, and the Lagos State Physical Planning Permit Authority. Senior Special Assistant on New Media to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu,…
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INEC promotes 471 junior staff
The Independent National Electoral Commission has announced the promotion of 471 junior staff members following its weekly meeting held on Thursday. In a press release signed by the National Commissioner and Chairman of the Information and Voter Education Committee, Sam Olumekun, on Thursday, the commission said the exercise was approved on the recommendation of the Appointment, Promotion and Disciplinary Committee…
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Atiku never vowed to prioritise Yoruba interests in 2027- Media Aide
The media office of Atiku Abubakar, the former vice-president, has dismissed reports that he promised to prioritise the interests of the Yoruba ethnic group if elected president in 2027. On Wednesday, several online reports attributed the claim to a statement purportedly issued on Atiku’s behalf by one Kola Johnson, described in the reports as his “media consultant”. But in…
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