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Kaduna has reduced out-of-school children by 300,000, says Gov Sani
…reveals plans to upgrade infrastructure By Kunle Sanni Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna State announced on Friday that his administration has successfully reduced the number of out-of-school children in the state by 300,000. The governor also stated that his administration has built about 62 secondary schools, created 2,340 classrooms in primary schools, and employed new teachers. He made this disclosure…
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BREAKING: FG approves Kogi’s bid to build international airport in Zariagi
The Federal Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development has granted approval for the Kogi State Government’s proposal to construct an international airport in Zariagi, marking a significant milestone in the state’s infrastructure development. The approval, conveyed in a letter from the Ministry dated October 9, 2024, signals federal support for the ambitious project. Kogi State Commissioner for Information and Communications,…
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Two more bodies recovered from Portharcourt helicopter crash- NSIB
The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) says two more bodies have been recovered from the Sikorsky S-76 helicopter that crashed in Port Harcourt, the Rivers State capital. Three persons were confirmed dead following the crash on Thursday. Eight persons (six passengers and two crew members) were on board the aircraft when the incident happened. Barely a day after the crash,…
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Military, NEMA comb sea for passengers of crashed helicopter in Portharcourt
The Military, National Emergency Management Agency and emergency locators have immediately begun search operations for the passengers of the crashed helicopter in Rivers State. The aircraft, conveying workers of the Nigeria National Petroleum Company Limited, ditched into the ocean and no one was yet to have come out alive from the incidents as of the time of filing this report.…
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First Lady donates ₦40 million, food items to victims of Jigawa tanker explosion
By Kunle Sanni First Lady Oluremi Tinubu has donated ₦40 million and various food items to victims of the recent tanker explosion in Majiya village, Jigawa State. The tragic incident, which resulted in significant loss of life and property, prompted the First Lady to extend her support to the affected community. According to a statement by her spokesperson, Busola Kukoyi,…
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Three bodies recovered after helicopter crashes off Port Harcourt coast
By Kunle Sanni The Federal Ministry of Aviation has confirmed that a helicopter operated by East Wind Aviation crashed into the Atlantic Ocean near Bonny Finima, Port Harcourt, on October 24, 2024. The Sikorsky SK76 aircraft, with eight people on board, was en route from Port Harcourt Military Base to the NUIMANTAN oil rig when it ditched into the waters…
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3 dead in Portharcourt helicopter crash
Three persons have been confirmed dead in a helicopter crash that occurred in Port Harcourt, the Rivers State capital, on Thursday. The accident occurred at 11:22 a.m. along the waterways in Port Harcourt when the helicopter, a Sikorsky SK76 with registration 5NBQG and operated by East Wind Aviation, was en route from Port Harcourt Military Base (DNPM) to the Nuimantan…
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Benue governor suspends Attorney General for joining suit challenging EFCC legality
Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue State has suspended the state’s Attorney General and Commissioner of Justice and Public Order, Fidelis Mnyim. The justice commissioner was suspended for joining states challenging the establishment of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC). On Tuesday, the Supreme Court reserved judgment in a…
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SERAP threatens lawsuit against Wike over ultimatum to FCT beggars
The Socio-Economic Rights Accountability Project has threatened a lawsuit against the Minister of the FCT, Nyesom Wike, if he does not withdraw the ultimatum he issued to beggars in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). Wike during the flag-off ceremony for access road construction in the Katampe District of the Federal Capital on Tuesday, said FG would start arresting beggars seen…
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Investigations will determine prosecution in Jigawa tanker explosion, says governor
By Kunle Sanni Jigawa State Governor Umar Namadi has stated that the decision to prosecute those responsible for the recent tanker explosion in Maniya Village will depend on the findings of an ongoing investigation. Namadi made the remarks while addressing journalists at the State House after a meeting with President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday. The tragic explosion, which occurred last…
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