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NNPCL targets 2mb/d oil production by end of 2024
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited has said it is working closely with relevant stakeholders to boost crude oil production to 2 million barrels per day and above by the end of 2024. This was revealed by the Chief Corporate Communications Officer, NNPC Ltd., Olufemi Soneye on Monday while dispelling reports on production disparity figures supplied by the company and…
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2024 World AIDS Day: 1.6m out of 2m Nigerians living with HIV currently receiving treatment – NACA
The Director General of the National Agency for the Control of AIDS, Dr Temitope Ilori, has announced that no fewer than 1.6 million out of the two million people living with HIV in Nigeria are currently receiving treatment, Ilori made this known at a press conference in Abuja on Monday, ahead of the 2024 World AIDS Day, themed “Take the…
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NECO accredits more foreign schools to write SSCE, BECE
The National Examinations Council, NECO has accredited more foreign schools to write the Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE) and the Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE). This, according to the examination body, is aimed at broadening its horizon and expanding its global presence. A statement by NECO’s Acting Director, Information and Public Relations Azeez Sani, said the newly accredited schools are…
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Plateau Governor presents 2025 budget estimate of N471bn
…urges speedy consideration Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau State, has presented a budget estimate of over four hundred and seventy-one billion naira before the State House of Assembly. The governor also presented to the house a medium-term expenditure framework/fiscal strategy paper for 2025-2027 and commended the lawmakers for their support. Presenting the proposal, Governor Mutfwang said despite economic challenges being…
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Van razed, one injured as gunmen attack Anambra vigilantees along Amesi/Uga road
A person was injured and a van was razed when gunmen attacked members of the Anambra State Vigilantees of Umuchu extraction along Amesi/Uga Road. Police authorities said the vigilantes were attacked on Sunday (Yesterday), leading to the injury. “The Joint Security Forces quickly rushed the victim to the hospital where he is currently responding to treatment and activated intelligent-information-led patrols…
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40ft loaded container falls on car as LASTMA rescues 1 victim at Mile 2
Officials of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) have rescued one victim as a 40-foot loaded container fell on a Toyota Camry at Mile 2 area of the State. According to the Spokesman for the Agency, Adebayo Taofiq, through the swift and coordinated response of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) and other emergency services, including the Federal…
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Katsina: Police foil kidnapping attempt, rescue 14 victims
A victim of kidnapping for ransom has reportedly succumbed to his injuries while receiving medical treatment following gunshot wounds by armed bandits in Jibia Local Government Area of Katsina State. The deceased was among two rescued victims who had suffered gunshot injuries and were rushed to the hospital for immediate medical attention by the police in the state. The incident occurred…
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Gov Ododo convenes emergency security meeting over alleged fulani killing
The governor of Kogi State, Ahmed Ododo, has convened an emergency security meeting in Lokoja, to address the indigenes of Isanlu and the Fulani settlers after the latter alleged that one of them was killed by indigenes of the community. Ododo summoned the emergency security meeting to listen to both sides and take action to guarantee peace and security. This…
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JANDOR @47: History will remember you as a catalyst for positive change- Lagos PDP
The Lagos State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has said its governorship candidate in the 2023 general elections, Olajide Adediran (JANDOR) would be remembered as a catalyst for positive change. The party, in a congratulatory message issued by its Publicity Secretary, Hakeem Amode on Jandor’s 47th birthday, said it takes immense pride in his unwavering commitment to democracy…
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Sanwo-Olu to receive 2024 APC-Africa Democracy Award
The governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has been nominated for the esteemed APC-Africa Democracy Award 2024. The nomination was conferred by the Association of Political Consultants Africa (APC-Africa) for recognition of his steadfast contributions to advancing democracy and impactful leadership within the State and across Africa. A letter signed by the Secretary to Lagos State Government, Barr. Bimbola…
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