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Rivers Crisis: “Nobody Is Bigger Than PDP” – Bode George Sends Fiery Message to Wike Over Fubara Dispute
Elder statesman Bode George has urged the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, to end his feud with Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State. Speaking to the press on Thursday, George criticized both party leaders and members for failing to address the situation, emphasizing that no individual should wield more power than […] More
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Jigawa Hisbah Seizes 78 Cartons of Alcohol, Reaffirms Ban on Alcohol Consumption
The Jigawa State Hisbah Board has reiterated that the importation, sale, and consumption of alcohol remain prohibited in the state. This statement was made by the Commandant of the board, Ibrahim Dahiru, in response to questions from the press on Thursday. Dahiru emphasized that the state’s government is committed to reforming the Hisbah Board as […] More
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Federal Government Reinstates Ikechebelu as UNIZIK Acting VC and Modebelu as Registrar
The Federal Government has reinstated Professor Joseph Ikechebelu as the Acting Vice-Chancellor of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka (UNIZIK). This announcement was made by Nasir Sani-Gwarzo, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Education. In a letter dated November 18, 2024, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu nullified the appointment of Professor Bernard Ifeanyi Odoh as the 7th […] More
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Geely Finds a Strong Partner in Coscharis Motors: A Game-Changer for Nigeria’s Automotive Sector
Geely Auto International Corporation has proudly announced Coscharis Motors as its new official retail partner in Nigeria. Known for its robust pedigree in the automotive sector, Coscharis Motors brings decades of expertise to the partnership, promising a transformative experience for Nigerian car buyers. Coscharis now stands as the third indigenous company to collaborate with Geely […] More
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Adelabu: Fed Govt to prioritise rural electrification
Minister unveils new strategy for power sector Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, has reassured Nigerians of his ministry’s commitment to prioritising electricity supply in line with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu‘s Electricity Turnaround Agenda.In his New Year message, the minister promised that the ministry, its agencies and power distribution companies (DisCos) worked tirelessly during the […] More
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Police recruitment update: PSC provides information on accepted and declined applicants by state.
The Police Service Commission (PSC) has reported that the recruitment portal for the constable cadre of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) received a total of 547,774 applications since its opening on October 15, 2023. The portal is set to close on November 26, 2023, marking a six-week application period. Out of the extensive pool of […] More
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A single suspect has been apprehended in connection with the murder of a student from the Federal Polytechnic Offa by the police.
Ilorin— Mr. Victor Olaiya, the Commissioner of Police in Kwara State, has announced the arrest of one suspect in connection with the murder of Miss Toyin Bamidele, a Higher National Diploma (HND) 1 female student at the Federal Polytechnic, Offa. The tragic incident occurred on Thursday evening at her residence in Dampson hostel, Atari area […] More
