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Why coup is spreading across Africa – US Consul General
The United States Consul General in Nigeria, Will Stevens, on Wednesday blamed the rising military takeovers in Africa on the refusal to relinquish powers by some leaders after spending decades in the government. Since 2020, Africa has experienced coups in seven countries with the most recent one recorded in Gabon in August. Addressing students during
Kwara can’t afford to remain civil service state – Gov AbdulRazaq
Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq on Wednesday said Kwara State can no longer maintain the status of a civil service state. The Governor said this during a brief chat with reporters while inspecting the sugar film factory in Il?rin, the state capital. The project is one of those being funded from the bond the state accessed in
Senate confirms ministerial nominee who collapsed during screening, 2 others
The Senate has confirmed the nomination of Balarabe Abbas Lawal (Kaduna), Dr Jamila Bio Ibrahim (Kwara) and Ayodele Olawande (Ondo) as ministers. Majority of senators supported their confirmation in a voice vote immediately after their screening exercise on Wednesday during plenary. Daily Trust had reported that Mr Balarabe from Kaduna collapsed at the Senate chamber
U.S. hails creation of blue economy ministry in Nigeria
Ambassador Jessye Lapenn, the inaugural Senior Coordinator for Partnership for Atlantic Cooperation, has commended the Nigerian government for creating the Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy, saying it was the right step in harnessing the benefits of the partnership. During a round table with journalists in Abuja on Tuesday, the diplomat said the Atlantic was
NiMet alerts public to weather condition in Borno, Kano, others
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency, (NiMet), has alerted the public on the possibility of deterioration in visibility in some northern states as a result of observed dust haze propagated into the country from the source region. According to a release from the agency, “stations in the source region from Chad (Faya-Largeau, Bol-Berim, Mongo, Abeche and Ndjamena)
NSCDC trains 280 personnel in arms handling, warns against ‘accidental discharge’
The Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), FCT Command, Olusola Odumosu, has warned personnel of the corps against ‘accidental discharge’. He gave the warning at the opening ceremony of a three-day training exercise for the arms squad unit of the Command in Abuja on Wednesday. “We will not condone any trigger-happy
Pastor, brother to die by hanging for murder in Akwa Ibom
The Akwa Ibom State High Court sitting in Essien Udim have sentenced two brothers – a pastor and a motorcyclist – to death by hanging for killing a farmer over a parcel of land. The convicts are Uduak Udo Umoren, 48-year-old pastor and his 34-year-old brother, Emmanuel Udo Umoren, popularly called ‘okada’. They were found
Policeman dismissed for raping victim in detention
The police in Benue State have dismissed one Belasa Iyangedue, a constable, for allegedly raping a 16-year-old girl while in detention. The state Commissioner of Police, CP Batholomew Onyeka, made the disclosure during a press conference at his office in Makurdi. Onyeka said that the Nigeria Police Force as a disciplined organisation would not tolerate
Tinubu’s Certificate Not Fake, Presidency Breaks Silence On Chicago Saga
The presidency has dismissed claims that the certificate President Bola Tinubu presented to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for the 2023 elections was forged. Chicago State University (CSU) had released the academic records of President Bola Tinubu to his political opponent, Atiku Abubakar, on Monday, following the order of a court. Atiku, the presidential
Applicants will now get passports in 2 weeks – Tunji-Ojo
The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has said no Nigerian will have to wait for more than two weeks to get an international passport henceforth. He disclosed this in a press briefing in Abuja while updating Nigerians on the state of passport backlog in the country on Wednesday. “No one will ever wait for two
Stop harassing, intimidating people over tribunal judgement – APC warns PDP, Ombugadu’s supporters
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has warned the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and its supporters, especially loyalists of David Ombugadu, the party’s governorship candidate in the last election, to stop harassing and intimidating people in the state over the recent verdict of the tribunal. Recall that a three-man panel led by Justice Ezekiel Ajayi, while
Stop harassing, intimidating people over tribunal judgement – APC warns PDP, Ombugadu’s supporters
Ogun warns companies violating building regulations
Ogun State Government has warned owners of companies not to violate the laid down rules and regulations, otherwise they would have their businesses sealed off. The government also threatened to prosecute any individual, company, or community aiding illegalities through breaking government seals or going against government notices. This was disclosed by the Permanent Secretary, Ministry
Ogun warns companies violating building regulations
Kafes expresses concern over insecurity in Taraba, begs COAS for intervention
Governor Agbu Kefas of Taraba State, has again expressed concern over the deteriorating security situation in the state. The governor, therefore, called on the Chief of Army Staff, COAS, General Taoreed Abiodun Lagbaja, to draft more soldiers to the state. Kefas, who on Wednesday, alongside the national assembly members from the state, stormed the Defence
Kafes expresses concern over insecurity in Taraba, begs COAS for intervention
Man rescued, prevented from committing suicide in Lagos Video
A yet-to-be-identified young man has been rescued by bystanders from committing suicide in the Lekki area of Lagos State. The video, which has gone viral on the internet, was shared by a social media platform, X user @victorhouston16 on Wednesday. The video showed that the man attempted to hang himself using a noose tied to
Man rescued, prevented from committing suicide in Lagos Video
Niger governor sympathizes with Borgu Emirate over boat accident
Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago, has sympathized with Borgu Emirate particularly the residents of Agwara local government area over the recent boat mishap that claimed lives. Bago, in a condolence message by his Chief Press Secretary, Bologi Ibrahim, described the incident as unfortunate and heartbreaking. He called on the people of the Agwara, particularly
Niger governor sympathizes with Borgu Emirate over boat accident
Peter Obi commiserates with victims of recent tragic incidents
Peter Obi, presidential candidate of the Labour Party, LP, has described series of mishaps that occurred in the country lately as saddening and of grave concern. Obi advised Nigerians t prioritize the safety of their lives and property, urging them to avoid deadly ventures that could put them in harm’s way. In a post on
Peter Obi commiserates with victims of recent tragic incidents
Bauchi residents opt for firewood, charcoal as cooking gas price hits N1000 per kg
The hike in the prices of Liquefied Petroleum Gas, also known as cooking gas, has pushed many households in Bauchi State to use alternative cooking materials. A check by the DAILY POST showed that charcoal and firewood are now returning to urban areas. Residents blamed the Federal Government for the high cost of cooking gas,
Bauchi residents opt for firewood, charcoal as cooking gas price hits N1000 per kg
Reps call for urgent repair of Benin-Warri highway
The House of Representatives has called for an urgent repair of dilapidated sections of the Benin-Warri highway which led to the recent fuel tanker explosion that claimed 20 lives at the Koko Junction in Delta State. The call followed the adoption of a motion of urgent public importance moved by Thomas Ereyitomi (Delta-PDP) during plenary
Reps call for urgent repair of Benin-Warri highway
Adeleke inaugurates inter-ministerial committee on Osun Airport Project
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has inaugurated an Inter-Ministerial Committee on the revival of the Osun airport. The governor also reiterated the resolve of his administration to complete the Osun Airport Project as a way of fast tracking the economic development of the state. The project is headed by the Commissioner for Special Duties, Dr
Adeleke inaugurates inter-ministerial committee on Osun Airport Project
Every Tarabans deserves access to quality health care services – Kefas
Governor Agbu Kefas of Taraba State has said that health care is not just a basic human need but a fundamental right. He stated this on Wednesday, in Jalingo, the state capital, while playing host to a medical delegation team from the Belgium Revive Medical Mission. Represented by his deputy, Alhaji Aminu Alkali, Kefas stated
Every Tarabans deserves access to quality health care services – Kefas
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