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Sanwo-Olu promises to complete abandoned Adiyan water project
By Adeola Ogunrinde Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Tuesday promised to complete the abandoned 70 million-gallon per day Adiyan Water Project. Sanwo-Olu made the promise at the 5th Edition of the Lagos International Water Conference at Eko Hotel, Lagos. Speaking on the theme, ‘Financing Water & Sanitation For a Greater Lagos,’highlights the crucial importance of financial resources in…
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BREAKING: Customs deputy Comptroller slumps, dies at National Assembly
The Deputy Comptroller of finance administration and technical service at the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Essien Andrew is dead. The customs officer was fielding questions from members of the house of representatives committee on public account when he coughed and slumped. Andrew was rushed to the national assembly clinic where he was confirmed dead. A statement signed by the House…
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Atiku seeks protection of traditional institutions against arbitrary powers
By Innocent Raphael Former vice-president of Nigeria, Atiku Abubakar has urged for traditional institutions to be shielded from the “arbitrary” influence exerted by powerful state governors. Abubakar’s call comes amidst ongoing attempts by state governments to alter the age-old structures of these institutions within their jurisdictions. A notable example is in Kano, where a long-standing emirship conflict has unfolded. Aminu…
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Verify facts before public statements, Sokoto govt urges VP Shettima
By Innocent Raphael The Sokoto state government has called on Vice-President Kashim Shettima to ensure the accuracy of his statements before making them public. This appeal came after remarks made by Shettima during the inaugural north-west security summit in Katsina on Monday. At the summit, Shettima emphasized the importance of the Sultan of Sokoto, describing him as a symbol that…
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Wikileaks Founder Assange regains freedom after US plea deal
WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange has regained his freedom after a plea deal with US authorities. His wife, Stella on Tuesday said a judge signs off on a plea deal with US authorities to bring to a close his years-long legal drama. Assange was released Monday from a high-security British prison where he had been held for five years while he…
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Minister warns journalists against misinformation, fake news
….Says “It is damaging as terrorism” Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, on Tuesday, cautioned journalists against misinformation and fake news, saying it can be as damaging as terrorism. Idris applauded the media professionals for their efforts in the ongoing counter-terrorism war in the country. He stated this at the opening of a two-day training workshop on ‘Effective…
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Naira Abuse: Court strikes out charge as Cubana Chief Priest forfeits N10m to FG
Justice Kehinde Ogundare of the Federal High Court in Lagos has adopted the terms of settlement between the Celebrity bartender, Pascal Okechuku (Cubana Chief Priest) and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). The Judge consequently struck out the charge against him. Cubana Chief Priest will also forfeit the sum of ₦10m to the Federal Government as a fine in lieu…
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BREAKING! Rivers: Ipo Community Women stage protest, block Port Harcourt airport entrance
The Ipo community women have blocked the entrance to the Port Harcourt airport in Rivers State. As early as 7:30 am on Tuesday morning (Today), the women from Ipo which is one of the host communities of the airport, blocked the gate at the airport roundabout, waving placards, singing, wailing, and even cooking at the gate. They carried banners with…
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LASUBEB, British Council unveil English proficiency training for teachers
By Innocent Raphael The Lagos State Universal Basic Education Board (LASUBEB), in collaboration with the British Council, has launched the Strengthening Teachers’ English Proficiency Training. The opening ceremony which took place on Monday, at the Lagos SUBEB Multipurpose Hall and marked the beginning of a significant initiative to enhance the English language skills and classroom communication abilities of 2,000 primary…
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Shoprite to close Abuja branch June 30
By Innocent Raphael Shoprite Mall has announced its decision to close its branch at Novare Central Mall in Wuse Zone 5, Abuja, effective June 30, 2024. The announcement came in a circular signed by Dr. Folakemi Fadahunsi, Chief Executive Officer of Retail Supermarkets Nigeria Limited, and obtained by our correspondent on Monday. Confirming the closure, a staff member at the…
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