NDLEA arrests 198 suspects, dismantles 21 illicit ‘drug joints’ in Kano
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Kano State Command, said it arrested 198 drug suspects and dismantled 21 illicit drug joints in Kano. This is contained in a statement issued to newsmen by the Spokesman of the agency, Mr Sadiq Muhammad-Maigatari, on Tuesday in Kano. He said the arrest was made between Jan.17 and […]
VON DG urges journalists to embrace public relations for impactful nationalism
The Director-General of Voice of Nigeria (VON), Malam Jibrin Baba Ndace, has urged journalists across the country to embrace public relations practice to project the country in a positive manner that would enhance nationalism. He made the call when the Governing Council of National Institute of Public Relations (NIPR), led by the President, Dr Ike […]
PDP promises transparent primaries for Edo guber poll
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has promised to ensure that the Edo State governorship primary election is free, fair and credible. Gov. Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau and the chairman of the screening committee for the primaries, stated this when he addressed PDP aspirants at the National Headquarters, Wadata House in Abuja. “We appreciate the concerns […]
Court to hear suit asking PDP NWC to convene NEC meeting, Feb. 8
The Federal High Court Abuja on Tuesday, fixed Feb. 8 to hear a suit challenging the Peoples Democratic Party, (PDP) for failure to convene a National Executive Council (NEC) meeting within the constitutionally stipulated period. A PDP governorship aspirant in Ogun State during the 2023 general elections, Mr Segun Sowunmi filed the suit marked (FHC/ABJ/CS/T024) […]
Northern group hails relocation of agencies to Lagos
Arewa United Consultative Forum (AUCF), has condemned those kicking against the Federal Government’s relocation of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), and some departments of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), from Abuja to Lagos, saying “northerners backing such inordinate agitation are self-seekers working against the unity of Nigeria and are enemies of the […]
CBN releases further $500m to clear verified Forex liabilities
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) says it has released 500 million dollars to various sectors in its determination to address the backlog of verified foreign exchange transactions. Mrs Hakama Sidi-Ali, CBN’s Acting Director, Corporate Communications Department, said this in a statement on Monday in Abuja. According to her, this comes barely a week after […]
People living with leprosy seek urgent action to end social exclusion, discrimination
People living with leprosy in the FCT have called for urgent action to end social exclusion and discrimination. They made the call while speaking with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), on Sunday in Abuja. As Nigeria joins the global community today to mark the 2024 World Leprosy Day. NAN reports that the theme for […]
NARD laud Mbah for recruiting 100 doctors, others
The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) in Enugu State has commended Gov. Peter Mbah for employing 100 resident doctors, consultants, and other support staff to address manpower shortage in the state’s health sector. This is contained in a statement signed by Dr Ofonere Chukwunonso and Dr Nnamani Ikemefuna, who are the President and General-Secretary […]
Police investigating after young woman’s body found in refuse dump – PPRO
The police in Benue State are investigating after the body of a yet-to-be-identified young woman was recovered in a refuse dump in Makurdi. The State Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), SP Sewuese Anene said “We have already opened investigations into the matter. The identity of the victim is still unknown,” she said. She said the […]
Budgetary allocation of 5% not enough for health sector, says medical council
The Medical and Dental Consultants’ Association of Nigeria (MDCAN) has expressed displeasure over the five percent budgetary allocation to the health sector, saying that it is not enough to meet the numerous challenges confronting the sector. The President of MDCAN, Prof. Mohammad Mohammad, said this while briefing newsmen after a communique was issued at the […]
