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22May By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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Asset integrity inspection services needed to avert hazards, downtime in oil, gas sector

By Emmanuella Anokam Alfa Designs Nigeria Limited, a leading oil and gas servicing company has underscored the need for quality asset integrity inspection services in the industry, to ensure productivity and safety. Mr Shittu Oladapo, Asset Integrity Lead, Alfa Designs Nigeria Ltd., made this known on Wednesday in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Yenagoa, Bayelsa. Oladapo spoke on the sidelines of the ongoing Nigeria Oil and Gas Opportunity Fair (NOGOF) 2025, organised by the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB). The fair which has its theme as “Driving Investment and Production Growth: Shaping a Sustainable Future for Nigeria’s Oil and Gas Industry through Indigenous Capacity Development”, holds from May 20 to May 22. Oladapo descr...

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21May By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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‎NPF CONDEMNS UNPROVOKED ATTACK ON IRT OPERATIVES IN EDO STATE

‎‎As IGP Orders Investigation into Oyo Tragic Traffic Incident‎‎The Nigeria Police Force strongly condemns the unprovoked attack on police operatives in the early hours of Monday, 20th May 2025, at Okhuimwun Community in Ovia North-East Local Government Area of Edo State.‎‎The operatives, who are members of the Force Intelligence Department - Intelligence Response Team (FID-IRT), were in transit from Lagos through Edo State when they encountered a mob that had blocked the road immediately after the University of Benin (UNIBEN) axis. The mob, in an unlawful display of aggression, descended on the officers with stones, sticks, and other dangerous objects, inflicting serious injuries on two police personnel.‎‎It is noteworthy that despite the provocation and threat to life, the officers exer...

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21May By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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Trump unveils plans for ‘Golden Dome’ defence system

The US has selected a design for the futuristic "Golden Dome" missile defence system, says US President Donald Trump, adding that it will be operational by the end of his time in office.Just days after returning to the White House in January, Trump unveiled his intentions for the system, aimed at countering "next-generation" aerial threats to the US, including ballistic and cruise missiles.An initial sum of $25bn (£18.7bn) has been earmarked in a new budget bill - although the government has estimated it will end up costing much more than that over decades.Officials warn that existing systems have not kept pace with increasingly sophisticated weapons possessed by potential adversaries.President Trump also announced that Space Force General Michael Guetlein will oversee the project. Gen Gu...

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21May By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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Beware of fake party officials: SDP warn members in Gombe

The Gombe State chapter of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) has warned it's members to beware of a clandestine and unauthorized meeting planned to be held in the State by individuals who are neither recognized members of the party nor hold any position within its structure. Engineer Abdulkadir M Kumo, the Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to the State SDP Chairman, Comrade Adamu Abubakar Modibbo, cautioned the party members through a statement sent to newsmen in Gombe. According to Engineer Abdulkadir, intelligence gathered indicated that some individuals intend to meet under false pretenses to celebrate the fake and self-declared appointment of Dr. Sadiq Abubakar Gombe as National Deputy Chairman (North) of the SDP. The statement said, "Let it be reiterated in strong terms...

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21May By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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UTME Resit: JAMB to release results of 379,000 candidates Wednesday

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board will on Wednesday release the results of 379,000 candidates who sat the rescheduled Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination between Friday and Monday.Out of the 1.9 million candidates who sat this year’s UTME, over 1.5 million scored below 200 marks out of a possible 400, prompting widespread concern among stakeholders.JAMB rescheduled the exam following widespread outcry over mass failure during the initial UTME.The board admitted to technical and human errors, especially in Lagos and South-East states, which significantly affected candidates’ performance.JAMB’s spokesperson, Dr Fabian Benjamin, confirmed that the results of the rescheduled exams would be released on Wednesday.“The results of the candidates who took the rescheduled exam wil...

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21May By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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ICT AND CYBERSECURITY TO FUEL INNOVATION AND GROWTH IN NIGERIA

The chairman of the Committee, Senator Afolabi Shuaib, who convened the high-level interactive session, said there is urgent need for the government, regulators and industry players to act towards making the proposed national security summit a success. He welcomed stakeholders on ICT and Cybersecurity at the interactive session with key players in the communications sector as part of efforts to tackle rising insecurity in the country, as a precursor to the forthcoming National Security Summit being organized by the Senate, focused on harnessing Nigeria’s communications infrastructure and digital systems to combat crime and enhance national security. Participants included lawmakers, telecom operators, cybersecurity experts, and representatives from major regulatory bodies such as the...

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21May By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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NIGERIA SENATE SETS TO TACKLES CYBERCRIME

Marian Okpe Abuja The Senate Committee on ICT and Cybercrime under the able chairmanship of Sen Shuab Afolabi Salisu FNCS is taking proactive steps to address the rising spread of cybercrime in Nigeria. To curb the use of unregistered SIM cards in cybercrime, the committee has directed the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) to ensure all SIM cards are registered. This move aims to build a stronger Nigerian cyberspace and promote business growth and development. Key Initiatives: Registration of SIM Cards: The committee's directive to register all SIM cards will help prevent cybercriminals from exploiting unregistered SIM cards. Strengthening Cybersecurity: The committee is working to develop modalities to strengthen the Nigerian cyberspace and prevent cybercrime. Stak...

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21May By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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Police Stray Bullet Kills Student In Ibadan

A 13 year old secondary school boy, Kehinde Alade, has been tragically killed by a stray bullet fired by a police officer in Ibadan, during a joint operation with the Oyo State Traffic Management Authority (OYTMA). The incident occurred around Alakia Adegbayi road, Egbeda Local Government Area, Ibadan, while the father of the boy, Mr Odunayo Alade, was taking him to school and was involved in a confrontation with the Oyo State Traffic Management Authority. The incident has sparked a strong reaction from the community. Speaking to journalists in his residence, Mr Alade, claimed he was fixing a tyre when officers attempted to arrest him for allegedly violating traffic rules, following the technician's instructions to face oncoming traffic. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) report...

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21May By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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NIGERIA SENATE SETS TO TACKLES CYBERCRIME

Marian Okpe Abuja The Senate Committee on ICT and Cybercrime is taking proactive steps to address the rising spread of cybercrime in Nigeria. To curb the use of unregistered SIM cards in cybercrime, the committee has directed the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) to ensure all SIM cards are registered. This move aims to build a stronger Nigerian cyberspace and promote business growth and development. Key Initiatives: Registration of SIM Cards: The committee's directive to register all SIM cards will help prevent cybercriminals from exploiting unregistered SIM cards. Strengthening Cybersecurity: The committee is working to develop modalities to strengthen the Nigerian cyberspace and prevent cybercrime. Stakeholder Engagement: The committee has engaged with various st...

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20May By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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Let’s harness our diversity for prosperity – Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu has urged Nigerians to use their diversity for the country’s stability and rapid development. The President said this on Sunday in Rome, Italy, when he received members of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria, Mr Bayo Onanuga, his spokesman, said in a statement. The President also issued a stirring call to leaders at all levels to work for the betterment of the citizenry. “If we use our diversity not for adversity but for prosperity, the country’s hope is stability and progress,” Tinubu said. He said it was historic being the President of Nigeria when a new Pope was inaugurated in Rome. The Catholic bishops were part of President Tinubu’s delegation to the installation mass of Pope Leo XIV’s on Sunday. Archbishop Lucius Ugorji, Archbishop of ...

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20May By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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Human Trafficking: Interpol Investigates Russia’s Alabuga Start Program

Interpol has launched an investigation into a possible case of human trafficking involving the “Alabuga” factory in Tatarstan, Russia, which specializes in the production of drones used in attacks on Ukraine. This initiative follows reports from Botswana, where suspicious activities related to the recruitment of young African women were detected. Since 2022, around 350 women from impoverished countries—particularly in Africa—are believed to have been transferred to the Alabuga factory. Under the guise of prestigious and well-paid internships, these young women were in fact assigned to drone production tasks—a blatant discrepancy from the roles they had been promised. Documents revealed by Yahoo News indicate that Russia aims to recruit up to 8,500 additional women by 2025, raising s...

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20May By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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RIVERS STATE SETS RECORD-BREAKING CASH REWARDS FOR ATHLETES AT NATIONAL SPORTS FESTIVAL-Team Rivers Poised for Glory as State Announces Highest Medal Bonuses in Nigeria

In a bold move to inspire excellence, the Rivers State Government has announced unprecedented cash rewards for its athletes competing at the 22nd National Sports Festival (NSF), the Gateway Games 2024. During a high-energy pre-departure rally at the Alfred Diette-Spiff Sports Complex and the University of Port Harcourt training camp, the Rivers State Administrator, His Excellency Vice Admiral (Rtd.) Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas, represented by the Secretary to the State Government, Prof. Ibibia Lucky Worika, unveiled a game-changing incentive package: ₦2,000,000 for every GOLD medal₦1,000,000 for every SILVER medal₦500,000 for every BRONZE medal. "Rivers State believes in you. His Excellency is investing in your victory because you represent the pride, strength, and future of our state," d...

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20May By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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Cross River: Otu unveils 2025 Carnival theme

Cross River governor, Prince Bassey Otu, has unveiled the 2025 Carnival Calabar theme. The theme, "Traces of Time," for this year's Carnival, marks the 20th anniversary of the renowned carnival that prides itself as Africa’s biggest street party. The governor who was joined by two former governors of the state, Mr. Donald Duke and Senator Liyel Imoke, leaders of the seven competing bands of the carnival, tourism experts, the National Chairman of the All Progressive Congress (APC), Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje, and a host of other dignitaries, cut the twentieth-anniversary cake for the event, which will be held this December in Calabar, the Cross River capital. Otu in his speech paid tribute to the founding visionaries of the Carnival and Annual festival - former Governors Donald Duke, L...

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20May By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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FG sets 500,000 new Jobs target in creative sector by 2030

…Projects $100b investment The newly established Creative and Tourism Infrastructure Corporation has a projected investment of $100 billion and the potential to generate over two million jobs, the Minister of Culture, Art, Tourism and Creative Economy, Hannatu Musawa has said. Musawa also said the Ministry has set a target of 500,000 new jobs to be created by the sector by 2030. Currently, the minister said that the ministry has been able to attract $300 million investment into the sector. She made the disclosure on Friday at the Ministerial Press Briefing, where she reeled out programmes carried out in the last eighteen months under the Administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. She briefed alongside the Minister of Works, David Umahi, Minister of State for Water Re...

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20May By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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Fatal blast near Palm Springs fertility clinic ‘act of terrorism’ – FBI

A bomb explosion outside a California fertility clinic that killed one person and injured four others was an "intentional act of terrorism", FBI officials have said.The blast happened just before 11:00 local time (19:00 BST) less than a mile from downtown Palm Springs, near several businesses including the American Reproductive Centers (ARC). The clinic said no-one from the facility was harmed.The FBI later said it had "a person of interest" in its investigation, but officers were "not actively searching" for the suspect.Rhino Williams, who was at his restaurant nearby, told the BBC he heard the blast, initially thinking a plane or helicopter had crashed.He said he ran to the scene to see if he could help, finding a badly damaged building with walls blown out and the front axle of a car o...

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20May By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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Two dead as Mexican Navy ship crashes into Brooklyn Bridge

Two people have been killed and at least 19 others injured after a tall Mexican Navy training sailboat crashed into New York City's Brooklyn Bridge, the city mayor has said.Eric Adams said the Cuauhtémoc lost power before the collision on Saturday evening. US officials said 277 people were on board the vessel, which was on a goodwill visit.Footage shows the Cuauhtémoc's towering masts clipping the bridge as the ship was passing under the famous structure on Saturday evening.Crew members were standing on the masts at the time of collision, authorities said, which all snapped and fell to the deck.New York City Mayor Eric Adams said on X that two people died and 19 were injured, including two in of whom were in critical condition. A total of 277 people were on board.The mayor earlier said th...

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20May By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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Comrade Chris Piwuna: ASUU’s New HelmsmanJeff Godwin Doki Ph.D

Christopher Goson Piwuna is a Professor of Psychiatry with the University of Jos, Nigeria. On May 12,2025, he was elected as the new President of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) during the 23rd National Delegate’s Conference held at the University of Benin, Benin city. Christopher Piwuna’s emergence as the President of ASUU is perceived by many analysts as historic and phenomenal in at least two ways among others. First, it is the very first time the minority tribes in Nigeria have produced an ASUU President. Second, he is the first ASUU President with a medical background. But over and above all, Piwuna seems to have possessed a good plentiful store of experience in ASUU principles, ASUU struggles, and ,of course, ASUU’s ideology. He served as Financial Secretary of the u...

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20May By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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Ikpeazu: PDP’s Ghost Stronger than Many Parties

***Backs Anyanwu in S' East PDP Meeting A former Governor of Abia State, Dr. Okezie Ikpeazu, has said that despite perceptions that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is in crisis and may not recover before the 2027 general elections, the “ghost” of the party remains stronger than most other political parties in Nigeria. He therefore called on all aggrieved factions within the PDP to sheathe their swords and await the outcome of the reconciliation committee led by a former Senate President, Dr Bukola Saraki. Ikpeazu expressed the views during a South East PDP stakeholders’ meeting, where he emphasized the need for unity among party leaders in the region. “Even in what some may be called its weakest moment, the ghost of the PDP is stronger than most political parties in this co...

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20May By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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Insecurity: Gombe NBA set to boycott Court of Appeal sitting in Maiduguri

Danjuma Attah, Gombe Members of the Gombe State branch of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) have resolved to boycott the sittings of the Court of Appeal in Maiduguri over the resurgence of terrorists activities. The Bar in a unanimous resolution during an emergency virtual meeting is therefore calling for the reopening of the Gombe Division of the Court of Appeal. In a statement made available to newsmen and signed by the branch Chairman, Mr Sati Benjamin Esq and Mr Abdulmutallib Babawuro Esq, the Bar expressed dissafection with the closure of the Court of Appeal Gombe Division and the transfer of all appeals to the newly established Court of Appeal Maiduguri Division without any security threats to the court in Gombe State. According to the statement, "the branch resolved th...

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18May By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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Women empowerment key to nation’s Future- VPs wife

By Joan Nwagwu The Wife of the Vice-President, Hajiya Nana Shettima, says the future of the nation depends on the empowerment of women. Shettima said this at the closing ceremony of the Women Divine Destiny Initiative (WODDI), Inspiration Women’s Summit (WIW’S) 2025, on Sunday in Abuja. The summit has the theme “Bold Moves, Boundless Impact”. WODDI is a nonprofit organisation established in 2008, and dedicated to empowering women, adolescents and young people through mentorship, education and economic empowerment. The wife of the vice president said that it was imperative to empower women as the progress, development, and the future of the nation were closely tied to it. She said that the theme was apt while recognising the crucial role women play in shaping the future o...

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