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125,928 PVCs collected in Edo in five days, says INEC
Ahead of the Edo governorship election, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) announced on Tuesday that 125,928 Permanent Voters’ Cards (PVCs) have been collected in the state within five days. According to Sam Olumekun, INEC’s National Commissioner and Chairman of the Information and Voter Education Committee, the PVC collection represents 68.3 per cent of the 184,438 new cards issued during…
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Two Police officers killed in Shi’ite attack in Abuja
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has confirmed an attack by members of the proscribed Islamic Movement of Nigeria, commonly known as the Shi’ite group, which resulted in the death of two police officers. The incident occurred at a police checkpoint near the Wuse Junction traffic light in Abuja. According to a statement on Sunday, signed by the FCT…
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SDP’s Ajaka alleges attack by political thugs, calls for investigations
Murtala Ajaka, the governorship candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) in the November 11, 2023, Kogi State election, has called on the Inspector General of Police (IGP) and other relevant security agencies to investigate an alleged attack on him and his supporters. The incident reportedly occurred on Friday at the Supreme Court in Abuja, shortly after the apex court…
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First Lady Oluremi Tinubu launches nationwide empowerment for petty traders
By Kunle Sanni Nigeria’s First Lady and Chairman of the Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI), Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has officially launched the Economic Empowerment Programme aimed at supporting women petty traders across the country. The programme kicked off with the disbursement of ₦50,000 grants to 37,000 women, beginning with an event in Asaba, the Delta State capital, where 1,000 traders benefited.…
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Tinubu mourns Sokoto district head’s passing, vows justice for victim
By Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu has expressed profound sorrow over the death of Isa Bawa, the head of Gatawa district in Sabon Birni Local Government Area of Sokoto State. Bawa tragically passed away on Tuesday after enduring three weeks in captivity. In a statement released on Wednesday by the President’s spokesperson, Ajuri Ngelale, Tinubu condemned the brutal attack on…
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Tinubu condoles Jigawa over devastating flooding
By Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu has expressed deep condolences to the government and people of Jigawa State following the recent flooding that has claimed lives and displaced numerous residents. In a statement issued by his spokesperson, Ajuri Ngelale, on Wednesday, President Tinubu commiserated with the bereaved families and all those affected by the flooding, which has impacted around 14…
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Tinubu approves conversion of Dalhatu Specialist Hospital to UTH Lafia
…Reappoints Bara as CMD of ATBUTH Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu has approved the takeover and conversion of Dalhatu Araf Specialist Hospital, Lafia, into the Federal University of Lafia Teaching Hospital, Nasarawa, following a request from the Nasarawa State Government. The conversion of the health facility into a federal teaching hospital will not only enhance the training of students in…
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Gov Eno reiterates commitment to promoting creativity among youths
… Recommends inclusion of the visual conference in state’s tourism calendar Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to fostering creativity among the state’s youth, ensuring that their talents are recognized and transformed into avenues for economic growth. Governor Eno made this declaration at the inaugural edition of The Visual Conference (TVC) in Uyo, an…
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Vandals damage 13 towers on 132kV double circuit transmission line in Bayelsa
The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) said on Thursday that vandals destroyed 13 towers on the Ahoada-Yenagoa 132kV Double Circuit transmission line. It would be recalled that TCN towers T97 to T99 were destroyed by vandals on 29 July. Ndidi Mbah, TCN’s general manager of public Affairs, in a statement in Abuja, said the incident was first reported by the…
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