Ex-TUC president expresses disappointment over K1 De Ultimate
Mr Peter Esele, a former President of the Trade Union Congress (TUC) of Nigeria has expressed his disappointment over Fuji maestro, Wasiu Ayinde also known as K1 De Ultimate’s alleged refusal to comply with airport regulations Reacting to the incident, Esele said K1’s actions are unbecoming of a respected musician and celebrity. According to him, […]
Tinubu appoints DG for Leadership Centre
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Ms. Rinsola Abiola as Director-General of the Citizenship and Leadership Training Centre (CLTC). Ms. Abiola, an expert in strategic communication and government relations, previously served as Senior Special Assistant to the President. In addition, President Tinubu appointed Nasir Bala Aminu Ja’oji as Senior Special Assistant on Citizenship and Leadership. […]
President announces members of the governing council for HYREP
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the reconstitution of the Governing Council and Board of Trustees of the Hydrocarbon Pollution Remediation Project (HYREP), with the Minister of Environment serving as Chairman of the Council. The other members are Loanyie Barituka Victor, who represents the Non-governmental Organisations focused on the environment, Bright Onyebuchi Jacob and Henry […]
₦1.6tr TETFund boost for tertiary institutions
The Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) has said it has received ₦1.6 trillion for various interventions across tertiary institutions in the country. Chairman of TETFund’s Governing Board and former Katsina State Governor, Alh. Aminu Masari, disclosed this on Sunday in an interview with newsmen in Katsina. He said the fund, the highest in recent allocations, […]
Why illegal mining will persist, by stakeholders Stakeholders in the mining sector have said that illegal mining will persist in Nigeria as long as poverty exists. They told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Sunday in Abuja that, in spite of Federal Government measures to combat illegal mining, it remains a source of livelihood […]
Obasanjo library accuses EFCC of unlawful invasion
The management of the Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library (OOPL), Abeokuta, has berated the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for allegedly invading its premises. The management accused the EFCC of violating the rights of guests during a private event in the early hours of Sunday. According to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), EFCC operatives […]
NiMet forecasts 3-day thunderstorms, rain from Monday
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has predicted thunderstorms and rains from Monday to Wednesday across the country. NiMet’s weather outlook released on Sunday in Abuja envisaged morning thunderstorms on Monday over the northern region with moderate rains over parts of Sokoto, Kebbi, Adamawa and Taraba States. According to it, thunderstorms with moderate rains are expected […]
Army kills terrorist kingpin, rescues victims
The Nigerian Army said it has recorded major operational successes in recent operations, killing a notorious terrorist commander, identified as Amirul Fiya, also known as Abu Nazir and others. The Acting Director, Army Public Relations, Lt.-Col. Apollonia Anele, in a statement said the troops also apprehended other suspects, rescued kidnapped victims and recovered assorted arms […]
Tinubu mourns Audu Ogbeh
President Bola Tinubu has sent a message of condolence to the government and people of Benue State on the passing of Chief Audu Ogbeh, the former Chairman of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) and a leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC). He also commiserated with the late statesman’s family, friends and associates. Chief Ogbeh, […]
Tinubu congratulates Oyemade at 70
President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Prince Adeniyi Oyemade, former Lagos State Commissioner for Commerce and Industry and two-time member of the Lagos State House of Assembly, on his 70th birthday, August 10. A statement by Mr Bayo Onanuga, the president’s special adviser on communication said, as an accomplished businessman and public servant from Ogun State, […]
