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Lagos taskforce sacks two officers over alleged phone theft
The Lagos Task Force says it has sacked two of its officers over an alleged phone theft during one of their raids. According to the spokesman of the task force Gbadeyan Abdulraheem, the incident happened during a raid in the Gowon area of Lagos. “The Lagos State Taskforce has dismissed two of its personnel following their involvement in theft during…
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Nigeria cannot afford another civil war- Gowon
A former Head of State Yakubu Gowon has expressed concern over the crises across the nation, saying Nigeria cannot afford another civil disturbance. The Nigerian Civil War was between 1967 and 1970 and claimed millions of lives. But speaking at the Plateau Unity Christmas Carols and Praise Festival in Jos, Plateau, Gowon who expressed worry over the state of insecurity,…
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Abiodun lauds FG on Nigeria Customs projects, says Ogun remains industrial hub of choice
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun has lauded the federal government for approving the construction of the Nigeria Customs facilities in the State, adding that with the provision of infrastructure by his administration, the State would continue to be the industrial hub of the country. The Governor also disclosed that the Special Agro-Processing Zone at the Gateway International Agro-cargo Airport…
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Gov Oborevwori lauds FG for disbursing N1.2bn grant to Deltans
The governor of Delta state, Sheriff Oborevwori has praised President Bola Tinubu’s government for disbursing over 1.2 billion naira to beneficiaries under the Federal government grant and loan scheme across the state. Oborevwori who gave the commendation at a One-Day Townhall Sensitisation on the Federal Government grant and loan Scheme held in Asaba the state Capital said the sustenance of…
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Ogun trains automotive artisans on CNG conversion, maintenance
The Ogun State government has embarked on the training of automotive craftsmen across the three senatorial districts of the state in new techniques and technology in automotive mechatronics. The training, which was in conjunction with the World Bank funded Ogun State Economic Transformation Project (OGSTEP), involved no fewer than 40 automotive craftsmen in its first phase. The measure, according to…
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NCC introduces licensing framework for A2P services
…to hold stakeholders forum Dec 20 The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has officially introduced its highly anticipated Licensing Framework for Application-To-Person (A2P) services. This was announced in a statement issued by the Director of Public Affairs, Reuben Muoka, on Friday. According to Muoka, the framework, meticulously developed in accordance with the Nigerian Communications Act (NCA) of 2003, is now accessible…
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Fire guts Ebute Ero market in Lagos Island
A fire outbreak has occurred at the Ebute Ero market in Lagos State, in early hours of Saturday. This was revealed in a statement by the Director, Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, Margaret Adeseye on Saturday. According to Adeseye, the fire broke out at the market, near the Police Station adjacent to Carter Bridge, Lagos Island. She, however, added…
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NCC Boss joins IIC Board of Directors
The Executive Vice Chairman of Nigeria Communication Commission (NCC), Dr. Aminu Maida has joined the Board of Directors of TMT advocacy body of the International Institute of Communications(IIC). Currently serving as the EVC/CEO at NCC, Dr Maida plays a pivotal role in shaping Nigeria’s telecommunications landscape. Under his leadership, the NCC continues to advance connectivity, foster innovation, and promote a…
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Property worth millions of naira destroyed as fire razes Lagos spare parts market
Property worth millions of naira was destroyed in a fire outbreak at a spare parts market in the Idumota area of Lagos State. In a statement on Saturday, the Permanent Secretary of the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency, Olufemi Oke-Osanyintolu, said the fire occurred on Friday night. Oke-Osanyintolu said a preliminary investigation showed that multiple buildings used as shops for…
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Okpebholo approves payment of 13th month salary to Edo civil servants
Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has approved the payment of “13th month” salary to state workers. In a move to further enhance the state’s civil service, the Governor has also introduced a policy offering automatic employment to First Class graduates of Edo State origin from any university, both within Nigeria and abroad. This announcement was made by the Head of…
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