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Alleged N80bn Fraud: CSOs express deep concern over Bello’s repeated refusal to appear before Court
Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) have expressed deep concern over former Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello’s repeated refusal to appear before the court regarding N80 billion fraud allegations. Despite multiple summons and arrest warrants issued by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Bello has continually evaded legal proceedings, a move the CSOs warn could have serious consequences for Nigeria’s democratic…
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Tinubu mourns victims of Niger boat accident
By Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu has extended condolences to the government and people of Niger State following a boat accident that occurred on Tuesday night in Mokwa Local Government Area. The boat, reportedly carrying around 300 people, primarily women and children, was sailing on the Gbajibo River from the Mundi community when it capsized. While at least 150 people…
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FG disburses N150,000 grants to business owners in Enugu
…as VP Shettima launches MSME Clinic By Kunle Sanni In a continued effort to support Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), the federal government has disbursed grants of N150,000 to business owners in Enugu State. The initiative, directed by President Bola Tinubu, was announced by Vice President Kashim Shettima during the launch of the 5th Expanded National MSME Clinic in…
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Fubara declares public holiday ahead of Oct 5 LG polls
Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, on Wednesday declared Thursday, October 3 and Friday, October 4, 2024 as public holidays ahead of the local government elections, scheduled for Saturday October 5. The Governor also announced a total restriction on vehicular and human movements into, within, and out of the state, and the local government areas, from midnight of Friday, October…
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150 missing as boat capsizes in Niger state
At least 150 people have been reported missing after a boat capsized in the Gbajibo area of Mokwa Local Government Area, Niger State, on October 1. The ill-fated boat was carrying mostly women and children who had departed from Mundi community to attend the Mawlid celebration in Gbajibo. In a statement on Wednesday, Abdullahi Baba-Arah, Director-General of the Niger State…
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Kogi to train 250 youths in CNG conversion, solar system installation
The Governor of Kogi State, Mr Usman Ododo has announced the establishment of the Ododo Youth Empowerment and Skill Acquisition Programme as part of his youth empowerment initiatives. He announced this on Tuesday in his statewide broadcast to mark the country’s 64th Independence Day Anniversary. Under this new initiative, 250 youths selected from across the 21 local government councils of…
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Alleged corruption: El-rufai vows to swear by Holy Quran to prove innocence
The immediate past governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai, on Tuesday, dismissed allegations of financial misappropriation by his administration, vowing to swear by the Quran to prove his innocence. El-Rufai explained that his sojourn into politics was driven by his desire to serve the people and not to amass wealth or embezzle public funds. He stated this in Kaduna during a Hausa…
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Kogi: Security agencies must stop helping Bello from EFCC arrest- Lawyers
..he is not above the law As Nigerians await Kogi State former governor, Yahaya Bello’s arraignment over alleged diversion of public funds made against him by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), legal practitioners and human rights activists have raised concerns over lack of synergy among law enforcement agencies, identifying it as major reason behind more record of corruption…
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NLTF donates ultra-modern medical complex, equipment to Ebonyi State Hospital
Ebonyi State’s Umuezeoka General Hospital has received a major boost in healthcare infrastructure following the donation of vital medical equipment and an ultra-modern mortuary complex by the National Lottery Trust Fund (NLTF). The intervention is part of NLTF’s nationwide “Good Causes” initiative, aimed at improving healthcare services in underserved communities. The donated equipment includes a digital ultrasound machine, X-ray machine,…
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Nigeria at 64: Preach messages of hope, love, forgiveness- Abiodun
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun , has charged Nigerians to continue to preach messages of hope, love, and forgiveness, especially in times of strife and division. Abiodun made the call during the Special Jumat Service to mark the 64th National Day celebration at the Central Mosque, Kobiti, Abeokuta. The Governor, represented by his deputy, Engr. Noimot Salako-Oyedele said the…
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