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LAWMA MD emphasizes environmental role in malaria prevention
Managing Director/CEO of the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), Muyiwa Gbadegesin, has highlighted the critical role of maintaining a clean environment in combating the spread of malaria. In a statement issued to mark this year’s World Malaria Day, themed ‘Accelerating the fight against malaria for a more equitable world’, Gbadegesin emphasized that a clean environment is crucial in reducing the…
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Abiodun appoints Tunde Onakoya Sports Ambassador
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun has appointed Tunde Onakoya, the National Master of Chess and the current Guinness World Record Holder for the longest Chess Marathon in history, the Sports Ambassador of the State. The governor who made this known when he received Onakoya in his office at Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta, also announced the commencement of the State Chess Competition…
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BREAKING: Olorunfemi emerges Ondo LP governorship candidate unopposed
Ahead of November 16, 2024 governorship election, Dr Ayodele Festus Olorunfemi has emerged the Governorship Candidate of the Labour Party (LP) in Ondo State. He was returned unopposed during the primary election held at the party’s Secretariat in Akure on Friday 26th April. Declaring the result of the primary, the Chairman of the LP Primary Committee from National Secretariat, Abuja,…
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Veteran Yoruba actor, Ogunjimi dies
A veteran Yoruba actor, Ganiyu Oyeyemi, puporlay known as ‘Ogunjimi’, has died. His death was announced by a seasoned yoruba actor, Kunle Afod, in a post on his Instagram page. Mourning the actor, Afod wrote, “We tried our best but God loves you more”. Meanwhile, it was gathered that he died after long time illness.
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Military kills two extremists, recovers weapons in Taraba
Troops of 93 Battalion Sub-sector 3B of Operation Whirl Stroke have killed two extremists in Ussa Local Government Area of Taraba State. A statement issued by by the Acting Assistant Director, 6 Brigade Army Public Relations Oni Olubodunde, said the troops acting on credible intelligence carried out clearance operations in Rikwenmakpawere and Alaha villages before foiling an attack in Kwesati…
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Alleged Corruption: Court orders arrest of ex- NILDS DG, Hamalai
A Federal High Court sitting in Apo, Abuja has ordered the arrest of the former Director General of the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies, Ladi Hamalai, for her failure to appear in the corruption case preferred against her by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC). Trial judge, Justice Christopher Oba, issued the bench warrant…
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NGF commends Oyebanji for electricity regulatory milestone
By Innocent Raphael The Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) has commended the Ekiti State Governor, Mr. Biodun Oyebanji, following the recent transfer of electricity regulatory oversight from the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) to the Ekiti State Electricity Regulatory Bureau. A letter signed by its Director General, Asishana Okauru, said that the transfer was a significant milestone in Oyebanji’s administration, acknowledging…
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Oniba Ekun of Iba Kingdom commends Lagos youth commissioner
By Innocent Raphael His Royal Majesty, Oba Adeshina Sulaimon Okikiola Raji Ashade, the Oniba Ekun of Iba Kingdom in Badagry Division of Lagos State, has publicly praised the Lagos State Commissioner for Youth and Social Development, Hon. Mobolaji Abubakre Ogunlende (RAK), for his exceptional efforts in catering to the needs of the youth and residents of Badagry. During a recent…
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FG orders comprehensive audit of Nigerian airlines for passenger safety
By Innocent Raphael In a move to ensure the safety of passengers and uphold industry standards, the Federal Government has directed the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) to conduct a thorough audit of all local airlines in the country. This decision comes in the wake of the suspension of Dana Airlines following a runway incident at Lagos airport. Minister of…
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We’ll refund Yahaya Bello’s children school fees of $760,910, American school writes EFCC
The American International School of Abuja (AISA) has said it is ready to refund fees paid for the children of Yahaya Bello, immediate-past governor of Kogi state. AISA asked the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to provide “authentic banking details” for the refund. Bello allegedly paid $720,000 in advance as fees for five of his children from the coffers of…
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