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19Jun By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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Kuje Area Council Chairman Launches Aggressive Sanitation Drive, Orders Waste Evacuation 

By Gami Tadanyigbe The Executive Chairman of Kuje Area Council, Hon. Danjuma Samuel Shekwolo, has directed the Department of Environmental Health to immediately commence the evacuation of illegal refuse dumpsites across Kuje and its surrounding communities as part of efforts to improve environmental sanitation and public health. Hon. Shekwolo issued the directive during an inspection tour of several illegal waste disposal sites within the Area Council, where he expressed concern over the growing menace of indiscriminate waste dumping. The Chairman described the illegal dumpsites as serious environmental hazards that pose significant health risks to residents and undermine the aesthetic appeal of the Council area. He reiterated the commitment of his administration to creat...

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19Jun By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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Prof. Yunusa Charges Contractor on Quality, Timely Delivery of UATH Infectious Disease Centre

By Public Relations Unit The Chief Medical Director (CMD) of the University of Abuja Teaching Hospital (UATH), Gwagwalada, Professor Thairu Yunusa, has charged the contractor handling the renovation and upgrade of the hospital's Infectious Disease Centre to ensure the timely completion of the project while maintaining the highest standards of quality. Professor Yunusa gave the directive during an inspection visit to assess the progress of work at the facility in Abuja. According to a statement issued by the Head of the Public Relations Unit, Mallam Sani Suleiman, the CMD emphasized the strategic importance of the project in strengthening Nigeria's preparedness for future public health emergencies. He noted that the ongoing renovation is in line with the Federal Government'...

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19Jun By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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Madugun Lapai title will spur me to do more for humanity – Ndarani

By Ebere Agozie A Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) Mohammed Ndarani says the traditional title Madugun Lapai conferred on him by His Royal Highness, Alhaji Umaru Bako III, the Etsu Lapai will spur him to do more for humanity. Ndarani said this when he received a delegation of Lapai Emirate Council that paid him a courtesy call in his office in Abuja. ``I didn’t expect this title, but I’m so happy to have been awarded this prestigious honour of Madugun Lapai. ``There is nothing as good as being honoured in one’s community. It’s the best honour anyone could wish for. ``This would encourage me to serve my people, state and Nigeria as a whole even more.’’ He added that people have known him to be a straightforward person, but that he would not deviate from upholding truth a...

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19Jun By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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Marcelo Houseman Set for Nigeria, Ghana Talent Hunt After Signing Ghanaian Teen Sensation

By Victor Okoye Renowned Argentine football scout, Marcelo Houseman, will arrive in Africa in two weeks to continue his search for emerging talents in Nigeria and Ghana. Houseman, celebrated for discovering several African football stars, recently secured the signature of Ghana’s highly-rated 18-year-old prospect, Kelvin Nhrumah. The veteran scout said Africa remains a fertile ground for football talents waiting for opportunities to showcase their abilities on the global stage. “There are so many undiscovered talents across Africa. The continent is blessed with gifted footballers who only need the right opportunities,” Houseman said. He noted that his passion for grassroots football had driven him to various African countries in search of players capable of excelling at the...

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19Jun By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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Donli Condemns Brutal Assault of 10-Year-Old Boy in Anambra

Executive Chairman of Roost Foundation and former Director-General of NAPTIP, Dame Julie Donli, has condemned the brutal assault of a 10-year-old boy in Anambra State. Donli described the incident as cruel, inhuman, and unacceptable, urging authorities to ensure justice for the victim and protection for vulnerable children. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the boy, whose identity was withheld, was allegedly assaulted by his guardians in Awada, Obosi, Idemili North Local Government Area. The Anambra State Government said the child was receiving treatment and protection under its care following the incident. The Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Welfare, Mrs Esther Onyekesi, disclosed this while briefing journalists in Awka on Monday. The police in An...

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19Jun By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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UATH Upgrades Infectious Disease Centre to Boost Pandemic Preparedness

By Public Relations Unit The University of Abuja Teaching Hospital (UATH), Gwagwalada, has commenced extensive renovation and upgrade works at its Infectious Disease Centre as part of efforts to strengthen preparedness for public health emergencies and emerging infectious disease outbreaks. The Chief Medical Director (CMD) of UATH, Prof. Thairu Yunusa, disclosed this during an inspection visit to assess the progress of work at the facility on Wednesday. According to the CMD, the renovation aligns with the Federal Government's directive aimed at enhancing pandemic preparedness and improving the nation's capacity to respond effectively to infectious disease outbreaks and other public health threats. Prof. Yunusa stated that upon completion, the Centre would be fully equipped wit...

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18Jun By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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Kano CP sets up panel to probe JSS 2 boarding student’s death

The Commissioner of Police in Kano State, Ibrahim Bakori, has set up a special investigation panel to uncover the cause of the death of a JSS 2 boarding student of St. Louis Secondary School, Kano.This was contained in a statement issued on Thursday by the Public Relations Officer of the Kano State Police Command, CSP Abdullahi Haruna.The panel was constituted following the receipt of a formal petition from Nakudu Law Partners, solicitors to the mother of the late student, Mrs Nusaiba Rabi’u Dan Sheriff, regarding the circumstances surrounding the death of her daughter, Maimuna Sani Salisu.“The Kano State Police Command wishes to inform the public that it has received a formal petition dated June 17, 2026, from Nakudu Law Partners, solicitors to Mrs Nusaiba Rabi’u Dan Sheriff, regardi...

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18Jun By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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Christian Foundations Empower 500 Deaf Students Through Agricultural Training

By Gami Tadanyigbe The YEYEDU Foundation, in collaboration with the Hannis Foundation, has empowered over 500 students of the School for the Deaf in Kuje, Federal Capital Territory (FCT), with practical agricultural skills aimed at promoting self-reliance and future employment opportunities. The outreach programme, held on Saturday, June 13, 2026, was designed to equip the students with knowledge and hands-on experience in crop cultivation and sustainable farming practices. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the programme, themed “Creating a Green World,” featured lectures and practical demonstrations on soil identification, crop planting techniques, and proper crop management for improved yield. Speaking during the event, the Founder of YEYEDU Foundation, Mrs. Juli...

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17Jun By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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NSUK Senate Unbundles Faculty of Natural and Applied Sciences into Three New Faculties

The Senate of Nasarawa State University, Keffi (NSUK), has approved the unbundling of the Faculty of Natural and Applied Sciences into three separate faculties as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen academic administration, enhance specialization, and improve the delivery of quality education. The decision was reached at the 140th Regular Meeting of Senate held on Monday, 25th May, 2026. According to an official memorandum signed by Barrister Ramatu A. Liman, Senior Deputy Registrar (Academic Affairs), on behalf of the Registrar, Senate approved the establishment of the following faculties: Faculty of ComputingFaculty of Life SciencesFaculty of Physical Sciences The restructuring is aimed at aligning the University's academic programmes with emerging global trends and be...

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17Jun By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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RFLD Convenes High-Level Afrofeminist Consultation on Women Human Rights Defenders in West Africa

Dakar, 16 June 2026 | Solidarity, Protection and Lineage of Resistance A major afrofeminist consultation on the protection of Women Human Rights Defenders (WHRDs) in West Africa took place on 16 June 2026 at the Dakar Office of the Réseau des Femmes Leaders pour le Développement (RFLD), bringing into a single room the continental institutional voice of the African Commission on Human and Peoples' Rights, the bilateral diplomatic missions active in Senegal, senior Government of Senegal representatives, RFLD's two principal institutional donors GIZ and Sida, senior journalists covering the human rights beat, and the women defenders whose work the architecture is meant to protect. The convening responded to one of the most urgent and least adequately addressed protection challenges in...

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17Jun By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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Court upholds arrest warrant against suspect over alleged  cyberstalking

By Collins Yakubu-Hammer A Federal High Court in Abuja on Tuesday dismissed an application filed by Ms Ihuoma Nneji seeking to set aside the warrant of arrest previously issued against her by the Nigeria Police Force (NPF). Delivering the ruling, the presiding judge, Justice Mohammed Umar, held that the application lacked merit. Umar emphasised that the court could not restrain the police from performing their statutory duties.Consequently, the application was dismissed in its entirety. It will be recalled that the NPF, on 16 April 2025, declared Nneji wanted over alleged offences of criminal defamation, injurious falsehood, and cyberstalking of Abuja-based lawyer, Mr Henry Uzochukwu. Nneji, daughter of Chief Frank Nneji, owner of ABC Transport, had approached the court...

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17Jun By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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First Lady condoles Musawa on mother’s death

By Joan Nwagwu The First Lady, Sen. Oluremi Tinubu, has condoled with the Minister of Arts, Culture and the Creative Economy, Hannatu Musawa, over the death of her mother. Tinubu conveyed her condolences during a visit to the bereaved family on Tuesday in Abuja. She was represented by the Wife of the Vice-President, Hajiya Nana Shettima. The First Lady said the loss of a loved one was painful but urged the family to take solace in God and the impactful life lived by the deceased. “Death is an inevitable part of life and the will of Almighty God. Every soul shall taste death when its appointed time comes. “The late matriarch lived a worthy and impactful life, leaving behind cherished memories and a legacy of service, compassion and dedication to humanity,” she said. ...

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17Jun By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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Intervention projects bridge gap between government, citizens – First Lady

By Joan Nwagwu The First Lady, Sen. Oluremi Tinubu, says intervention and constituency projects are critical tools for bridging the gap between government and citizens across the country.Tinubu said this on Tuesday in Abuja during the unveiling of a compendium titled, "Actualising President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's Renewed Hope Agenda Through the Implementation of Zonal Intervention and Constituency Projects." The event was organised by the Federal Ministry of Special Duties and Inter-Governmental Affairs to showcase intervention projects and strengthen transparency, accountability and public awareness of government development programmes. She was represented by the Wife of the Vice-President, Hajiya Nana Shettima, who described the occasion as a milestone in promoting account...

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16Jun By Sharpedge NewsNo Comments

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LNSC officer attempts to kill husband, destroyed properties and threatened to attack him through her man friend’s thugs

Chief Wole Taiwo who narrated his ordeal with his wife to our correspondence on how his estranged wife Mrs Oluwafunke Taiwo attempted to kill him, destroyed properties and she is now threatening him to attack him through her man friend's thugs. According to Chief Taiwo he said his wife's name is MRS OLUWAFUNKE TAIWO that they got married through traditional wedding and registry wedding at Ikeja local government that she has a child for him and she is an officer of LNSC Lagos State neighbourhood safety corps presently serving at Badagry division. She was formerly in Olopa bit in Ajuwon area of lagos State. He said she hurriedly seek transfer to Badagry division when she stabbed him with bottle and the police were looking for her. Chief Wole lamented that the trouble started immediate...

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16Jun By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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Oyelahan, Saleh, Ahube, & Ikuifisile Shine at Captain MC Ukaegbu’s 50th Birthday/Inaugural Golf Tournament

By Victor Okoye Adebowale Oyelahan, Murtala Saleh, Lady Captain Nnenna Ahube and Abigael Ikuifisile emerged the standout performers at Captain Michael Chidi (MC) Ukaegbu's Inaugural Golf and 50th Birthday Tournament held at the Bonny Island Golf Club (BIGC), Rivers State. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the two-day tournament, which held on June 12 and June 13 in honour of the newly inaugurated BIGC Captain and to celebrate his golden jubilee, attracted more than 120 golfers comprising club members and guests from across the country. Participants competed in various categories in a keenly contested championship played on the lush and scenic BIGC golf course. Oyelahan clinched the Men Division One title after returning a net score of 70 to edge Wilson Sapele on co...

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15Jun By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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RCCG Pastors Urge FG to Invest in Grassroots Sports for National Development

Pastors of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) have called on the Federal Government and other key stakeholders to invest more in grassroots sports as a strategic tool for youth empowerment, economic growth, and national development. The call was made on Sunday during the grand finale of the 2026 Regional Football Competition organised by the RCCG Region 10 Directorate of Sports at the Goal Project, National Stadium Premier Academy, Abuja. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the competition was held under the theme: “United by Faith, Driven by Passion, One Game, One Goal, One Region.” Speaking at the event, the Secretary of the 2026 Regional Football Competition, Pastor Gabriel Oladapo, said that adequate investment in grassroots sports would significantly r...

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15Jun By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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RCCG Pastors Urge FG to Invest in Grassroots Sports for National Development

By NAN Pastors of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) have called on the Federal Government and other key stakeholders to invest more in grassroots sports as a strategic tool for youth empowerment, economic growth, and national development. The call was made on Sunday during the grand finale of the 2026 Regional Football Competition organised by the RCCG Region 10 Directorate of Sports at the Goal Project, National Stadium Premier Academy, Abuja. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the competition was held under the theme: “United by Faith, Driven by Passion, One Game, One Goal, One Region.” Speaking at the event, the Secretary of the 2026 Regional Football Competition, Pastor Gabriel Oladapo, said that adequate investment in grassroots sports would significa...

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14Jun By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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Nigeria Produces Oil But Never Had Electricity – Kemi Badenoch

Leader of the United Kingdom’s Conservative Party, Kemi Badenoch, has said Nigeria’s vast oil resources have failed to translate into reliable electricity supply, arguing that poor government policies have prevented the country from fully benefiting from its natural wealth. Badenoch, who spent part of her childhood in Nigeria before moving to the United Kingdom as a teenager, made the remarks during a recent interview with The Spectator while reflecting on how her upbringing influenced her political outlook. According to the British politician, her experiences growing up in Nigeria shaped her views on energy policy and government intervention in the economy. “My belief that we need to drill our oil and gas comes from growing up in a country… Nigeria is an oil-producing countr...

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14Jun By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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Abacha’s Death: Abdulsalami reveals succession schemes by inner caucus

A Former Head of State, Gen. Abdulsalami Abubakar (retd.), has revealed the power play that followed the death of Gen. Sani Abacha on June 8, 1998.Abubakar said all the scheming left him with a lingering sense that “something was fishy.” He disclosed that he and the late Chief of Army Staff, Lt-Gen. Ishaya Bamaiyi, were mysteriously locked inside a waiting room at the Presidential Villa for nearly an hour before being informed that the Head of State had died. The revelations are contained in Chapter 19 of Abubakar’s 264-page, 27-chapter autobiography titled ‘Call of Duty,’ at the public presentation of the book and two others at the Aso Rock Villa, Abuja. The presentation was held to mark the former Head of State’s 84th birthday and was attended by President Bola Tinubu who w...

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14Jun By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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My wife stopped cooking, beats me during argument – divorce seeking Husband

A man, known simply as Sylvester, has asked the court to dissolve his marriage. Semester told a Grade A Customary Court sitting in Mapo, Ibadan, Oyo State, that he wants the marriage between him and his wife, Kudirat, be dissolved over allegations of physical assault, constant quarrels and threats to his life. The petitioner told the court that his wife had made their relationship unbearable through repeated acts of aggression and hostility, leaving him with no option but to seek the dissolution of the union. Sylvester alleged that Kudirat frequently picked quarrels with him and often resorted to physical violence whenever disagreements arose between them. He further claimed that she harboured grudges for long periods, citing an occasion when she allegedly refused to speak...

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