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FCT springs back to life after festive season

The Christmas and New Year celebrations come to a close, life is gradually returning to its familiar state, especially in the Federal Capital Territory. The city is springing back to life, with the return of holiday travelers, the impact of school resumption, and the revival of local hangout spots and eateries. The holiday season saw many families travelling outside the capital city, as it provided opportunities for many to meet up and celebrate with families and loved ones back in the village or hometown as the case may be. The festivities are now over, returnees are making their way back to the seat of government.And suddenly, the tranquillity in the hitherto civil service town was again rudely disrupted as bus terminals and airport once again bustling with activities as travel...

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Updated:, Rivers Gas Explosion… Govt promises to take care Victims

The Rivers State Government on Thursday 9 Jan reaffirmed its commitment to improving healthcare services for survivors of the New Year’s gas explosion in the state. This was disclosed by the Deputy Governor, Professor Ngozi Odu, during a visit to the survivors at the State Government Hospital on Wednesday. Speaking after assessing the victims’ conditions, Professor Odu expressed deep sorrow over the tragic loss of three lives out of the 18 persons affected by the explosion. She assured the public of the state government’s resolve to provide comprehensive medical support to ensure the remaining survivors receive the best possible care. Professor Odu, accompanied by the Commissioner for Health, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Health, and the Chief Medical Director of ...

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8Jan By Sharpedge NewsNo Comments

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Minister: Telecom Tariff Hike Coming Soon But Not 100%

The Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Bosun Tijani, has said telecom tariffs will increase soon but not by 100 per cent. Rising from a stakeholders meeting with mobile network operators on Wednesday in Abuja, Mr Tijani said that consultations and engagements were ongoing on the issue. The MNOs are proposing a 100 per cent increase in tariffs. The minister, “Very soon, the Nigerian Communications Commission will approve and make the new tariffs public to Nigerians. You have seen over the past weeks that there has been agitation from some of these companies to increase tariffs. They are requesting a 100 per cent tariff increase. But it will not be by 100 per cent; the NCC will soon come up with a clear directive on how we will go about it. We want to strik...

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Isese Light Kiddies Nursery and Primary School Acquires New School Bus

The Proprietor of Isese Light Kiddies Nursery and Primary School in Omi-Adio, Ibadan, Chief Ifalere Odegbemi Odegbola II, has purchased a school bus for the first Isese school in Ibadan. This acquisition comes just a few months after the school's establishment and marks it as the first Isese primary school in the area. The new bus has generated excitement among staff and pupils, who are thrilled to witness this development. Speaking on the occasion, Chief Ifalere Odegbemi Odegbola II, who is also the Araba of Ibadanland and Olu-Isese of Ibadanland, stated that he decided to purchase the bus to transport pupils and staff in Omi-Adio and its surroundings. "The bus will assist the school in facilitating educational trips and transporting staff members and pupils efficiently." ...

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8Jan By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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We’ll lift Africa out of poverty, says Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday said African leaders remained committed to lifting their nations out of poverty and building resilient economies at their own pace. Tinubu, who was a Special Guest of Honour, said this at the swearing-in of President John Mahama in Accra, Ghana. “We have nothing to prove to anyone except ourselves. We have found the critical path to our success. We shall lift our nations out of poverty and build a resilient economy at our own pace. “Today, I am here not only as the President of Nigeria but also as an African in resolute support for Ghana and her people,” Tinubu said. He said Mahama’s inauguration is a source of pride and honour for Ghanaians, the entire continent, and its Diaspora. “We celebrate African Democracy today as Ghana and her belov...

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8Jan By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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Gombe APC defends ‘bogus Government contract award’… Says PDP just gasping for breath

The Gombe State chapter of the All Progressive Congress (APC) has defended the Gombe State Government's award of N30.1 billion naira for the construction of an underpass and road networks in the State capital. The People's Democratic Party (PDP) in the State had lashed out the decision of the Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya led State Government to construct an underpass and some road networks within the State capital at a whooping sum of N30.1 billion. The APC, in a statement signed by it's Publicity Secretary, Moses Kyari Bolda, and made available to our Correspondent, described the allegation as "an attempt by the PDP to stand truth on it's head and cause dissafection among the citizens of the State", adding that it is an attitude that "is consistent with a party riddled with internal divi...

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8Jan By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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Okwabang gets new traditional rulers

After communing with the ancestors in line with the selection process for installation of traditional rulers, Akuonabie autonomous community in Okwabang, Boki local government area of Cross River, recently capped seven new chiefs. The capping of the new traditional rulers took place at Elder Bernard Arah's compound in Okwabang where the new chiefs were crowned by Elder Joseph Kekong, in the presence of Elders Bernard Arah, Justine Obi, Christopher Obi Ebu and Benjamin Akongwube, among others. Those capped and offered staff of office were, Otu Samuel Obi-Odua (Otu Odua the second and village head, Akuonabie), Otu Kingsley Ushi (Otu Ushi the second) and Otu Eninjah Albert Eninjah. Others were, Otu Brown S. A. Arah, Otu Ignatius Apie Obi, Otu John Akwo and Otu Louis Ojonde Ikpo. ...

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8Jan By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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NDLA : Our successes justify global support, says Marwa

Chairman/Chief Executive of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, Brig Gen Mohamed Buba Marwa (Rtd), Tuesday 7 January 2025 attributed global support for the agency to the steady operational successes being recorded.Marwa said the agency has been able to cut drug supply and demand.He said this effort justifies support and assistance it is getting from the United States government, other partners and stakeholders.Marwa stated this at the commissioning of a central exhibit office donated by the US government to NDLEA at the Agency’s headquarters annex in Ikoyi Lagos on Tuesday 7th January 2025.The facility was handed over to the NDLEA boss by the US Consulate General, Ms. Jo Ellen Georg, supported by other senior US officials.While commending the United States government as a rel...

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8Jan By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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Nigerian Airforce organises 2024 Socio-Cultural Activities.

The Nigerian Airforce Base, Kano, has organised its 2024 Base Socio-cultural Activities (BASA), and Chief of Air Staff talks with NAF veterans. The Socio-Cultural display which took place at the NAF sports complex, drew hundreds of serving personnel and Nigerian Airforce veterans. The commander, of 455 Base Service, Group Captain M. Suleiman said BASA is the exhibition of diversity by units and the promotion of cordial interaction between personnel and their families. "During the previous conduct of BASA, less emphasis has been laid on the attendance of the event by veterans who are part and parcel of the Nigerian Airforce successes. "This avenue is also utilised as the medium to appreciate the unit and personnel for what has been outstanding during their years of commitment. ...

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8Jan By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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Nigeria to inaugurate master’s programme in international trade with WTO support

Nigeria is set to inaugurate a Master’s Programme in International Trade, through the support of the World Trade Organisation (WTO), awarded to Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK), Awka.  The Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Dr Jumoke Oduwole, said this when the Nigeria Ambassador to WTO led a delegation to visit her in Abuja. Oduwole said it was the first time Nigeria secured such an endowment in its 30 years of WTO membership.  "It is a four-year endowment to the tune of 200,000 Swiss Francs. The research and the capacity building is going to span from this year. "The digital trade across Africa, which is one of our priorities in the Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment, then followed by research on MSMEs, research on the circular economy, a...

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8Jan By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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NFF appoints Éric Chelle as Head Coach of the Super Eagles

The Nigeria Football Federation Tuesday endorsed Mr. Éric Sékou Chelle as Head Coach of Nigeria’s senior men national football team, Super Eagles. The endorsement followed the recommendation of its Technical and Development Sub-Committee. He replaced Finidi George who stepped down from the position following his uninspiring result in the two World Cup qualifying matches he was in charge. Chelle's appointment is with immediate effect, and he has the responsibility of guiding the Super Eagles to earn a ticket to the 2026 FIFA World Cup finals, with the next round of matches (Matchdays 5 & 6) taking place in March. At its meeting held in Abuja on Thursday, 2 January 2025, the NFF Technical and Development Sub-Committee had recommended the appointment of former Coach of the se...

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6Jan By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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Golfers from 10 African countries jostle for honours in IBBIGCC 26th Amateur Ladies Open

By Victor Okoye No fewer than 400 golfers from about 10 African countries are set to slug it out for honours in the 26th edition of the IBB Amateur Ladies Open in Abuja. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the tournament is scheduled to be held from Feb. 13 to Feb. 17 at the IBB International Golf and Country Club, Abuja. Dame Julie Donli, OON, the Lady Captain of the club told NAN on Monday that this year's edition of the championship promises to be an Open to remember with the theme: "The Abuja Experience". She said the Abuja experience would include city tour and cultural displays, adding that couture from northern Nigeria, as well as cuisines and delicacies that would captivate and impress guests would be displayed. "All is now set for the Ladies Section of th...

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6Jan By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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Alternative Power Supply : Gov. Sule inspects Solar, Security Street Lights at Nasarawa Assembly Complex.

"… as Speaker appreciate him on providing alternative power sources, conducive working environment for legislators, assures of support, effective synergy…" Gov. Abdullahi Sule of Nasarawa State, has inspected Solar and Security Street Lights recently installed at the premises of the Nasarawa State House of Assembly. The inspection was a followed up to the move by the Governor to provide Alternative Power Supply to the State House of Assembly and enhanced smooth working environment for the arm of government in the State. Gov. Sule while inspecting the project today in Lafia, urged the assembly to take full ownership of the facilities by safeguarding them against vandalization. He said that the project is a world Bank assisted project to boost power supply, security and visibili...

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Aiyedatiwa Declares Three-Day Mourning, Prayers For Late Ondo SSG

Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State has declared three-day mourning and prayers in honour of the late Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Temitayo Oluwatuyi. The SSG died on Saturday while receiving treatment in the hospital after a car accident. Mr Aiyedatiwa made the declaration on Sunday in Akure when he led members of the State Executive Council (SEC) on a condolence visit to the wife and family of the deceased. According to the governor, Mr Oluwatuyi was a recurring decimal in the politics and governance of Ondo State. “A three-day mourning and prayer, from Sunday, 5th to Tuesday, 7th January, is declared in honour of the late SSG. “The late Secretary to the Government of Ondo State, Hon. Temitayo Oluwatuyi, lived a fulfilled life and made positive impacts on ...

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Gunmen Invade Katsina Community, Kill Miyetti Allah Chairman, Two Others

Gunmen have killed the Katsina State chairman of Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeder Association of Nigeria (MACBAN), Surajo Leader, and two others in the Kusada Local Government Area of the state. The incident occurred on Saturday night when the gunmen invaded the Mai Rana community in Kusada LGA. Sources revealed that the gunmen also abducted two of the deceased’s wives and his daughter, who is an undergraduate. The deceased has since been buried according to Islamic rites amidst apprehension in the area. The Katsina Police Command spokesperson, ASP Abubakar Aliyu, who confirmed the incident, said officers responded and engaged the gunmen in a shootout. He said the gunmen were forced to flee, leaving one of their operational vehicles and one of the abducted wives. Mr Aliyu sa...

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FG, States Urged To Formulate Job-Attracting Policies

Maxwell Kuri, president of ECWA Goodnews Upper Luggere, Jimeta, Yola, has urged the federal and state governments to formulate job-attracting policies that would propel economic growth. Mr Kuri made the call while delivering his New Year sermon on Sunday in Yola, Adamawa’s capital. “President Bola Tinubu’s recent speech addressed the current state of the country, acknowledging the economic challenges Nigerians face. He emphasised the need for patience, assuring citizens that better days are ahead,” the cleric said. Mr Kuri, however, called on members to put their trust in God’s sovereignty, Who is in control, even when things seem chaotic or uncertain. “We call on the government to implement policies that promote economic growth, job creation, and poverty reduction, support lo...

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NAFDAC Alerts Nigerians To Fake Cancer Treatment Drugs

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control has alerted Nigerians, including healthcare providers to a counterfeit cancer treatment drug, Phesgo 600mg/600mg/10ml, labelled with batch number C5290S20. This notification is outlined in a public alert (No. 051/2024) available on the agency’s website. NAFDAC reported that the Marketing Authorisation Holder (MAH), Roche, received a complaint from a doctor at the Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH-NSIA) regarding the suspected counterfeit product. The Phesgo 600mg/600mg, labelled with batch number C5290S20, was reported to have been brought in by a patient for administration. The agency disclosed that, at the time of the report the product had not been administered, but it matched the characteristics of a p...

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4Jan By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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FCT to go two weeks without light

Federal Capital Territory (FCT) residents will experience a long period of power outages starting next week on Monday 6th Jan. The Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC) announced this in a statement via its X handle on Friday. It said the power outage will occur due to the relocation of the 33KV DC Airport Feeder and 132KV Kukwaba-Apo Transmission Line Towers along the Outer Southern Expressway. According to the company, the relocation operation would occur between January 6 and 31. “Please be informed that there will be power interruptions from January 6-21, 2025, due to FCDA relocating the 33KV DC Airport Feeder and 132KV Kukwaba-Apo Transmission Line Towers along the Outer Southern Expressway,” the statement read. The affected area that would experience outages d...

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2Jan By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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Maikaya Development Foundation donates solar-powered borehole to community in Toto LGA

Olukayode Babalola Maikaya Development Foundation, a Non-governmental organization has constructed and donated a solar-powered borehole to Angwan Sarki Muhammad Umar community in Toto local government area of Nasarawa state. Alhaji Mohammed Maikaya, Chief Executive Officer of the Foundation disclosed this at the commissioning/ donation ceremony in Toto on Thursday. According to him, the gesture was aimed at alleviating the hardship faced by locals in the community whom according to him have been facing water shortages for years. "We delivered this project in line with the objectives of the foundation of adding value to lives. We are happy and I know the locals of this community are also happy to start the year with such big news. "The project is a 6000 litres capacity solar...

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Aiyedatiwa Promises Inclusive, Accountable Govt To Progress Ondo

Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, on Thursday, said his administration will run an all-inclusive, open and accountable government for the state’s progress. The governor stated this at a prayer service to commemorate the first working day in the year 2025 held at the foyer of the Governor’s Office in Akure. Mr Aiyedatiwa appreciated God for the successes he was able to record in the last year of the late Governor Rotimi Akeredolu’s second term in office. According to him, good governance was priotised, which translated to significant developments in all sectors of the economy. Mr Aiyedatiwa said that a retreat would soon be organised for top civil servants and political office holders in the state. This, according to him, is to ensure government policy thrusts were prop...

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