Makinde approves commencement of contributory pension scheme
Gov. Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has approved the immediate commencement of the Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS) in the state. The Chairman of the Oyo State Pensions Board, Mr Tunji Adekunle, disclosed this on Wednesday through the Permanent Secretary of the Post-Service Board, Rev. Victor Adesola, in a circular with reference No. OYPB/G/24/VOL.IV/11. The […]
Kwankwaso demands decisive response to insecurity, mourns Rabe
The vice-presidential candidate of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Sen. Rabiu Kwankwaso, has called for renewed efforts by the Federal and state governments to tackle insecurity in Katsina and across the country. He made the call in Katsina on Wednesday, while addressing loyalists, during a condolence visit to Katsina, over the death of Maj.-Gen. […]
Insecurity: Oyo Assembly cancels anniversary celebrations
The Oyo State House of Assembly has cancelled the elaborate activities lined up to mark its third anniversary, citing prevailing security concerns particularly in the Oke-Ogun and Ogbomoso axis as reasons. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that instead, the legislature reflected on its performance over the last three legislative years as a […]
Police foil plot to traffic girls to Ivory Coast for prostitution
The Police Command in Lagos State has apprehended a woman for allegedly attempting to traffic three Kaduna girls to Ivory Coast for prostitution. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) gathered that the suspect allegedly lured the girls, aged between 18 and 20, from Kaduna State to Lagos with promises of legitimate employment in a […]
Security guard docked over alleged theft
A 47-year-old security guard, Shehu Alike, was on Thursday, arraigned before a Chief Magistrates’ Court, Wuse, Abuja, over alleged theft of N215,200. Shehu, a resident of Keffi, Nassarawa, is being charged with theft, to which he pleaded not guilty. The Prosecutor, Festus Ajayi told the court that the complaint, Abraham Kelechi, residing at 10 […]
NBC unveils digital broadcasting platform initiative to expand access to information
The National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) says its newly unveiled digital broadcasting platform will enhance access to information, stimulate investment and accelerate Nigeria’s digital transformation. The Director-General, Mr Charles Ebuebu, stated this in Abuja at the inauguration of the “Big Picture” initiative and “Free TV’’ digital broadcasting platform. He described the initiative as a new […]
Kwara sues Saraki for criminal defamation
The Kwara Government has instituted a criminal defamation suit at the Kwara State High Court against former Senate President, Dr Bukola Saraki. The former senate president is charged with making defamatory statements against Gov. AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq. The charge was filed by the Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Senior Ibrahim Sulyman, the Director of Public […]
I can never marry a Nigerian, DJ Cuppy vows
Nigerian Disc Jockey (DJ) and billionaire heiress, Florence Otedola, aka DJ Cuppy, said that her family background and celebrity status has frequently overshadowed her relationships, saying ‘she can’t marry a Nigerian’. According to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), such a comment has stirred reactions online, following a resurfaced interview clip, where she spoke […]
Court remands corps member for allegedly assaulting neighbour
A Dutse Magistrates’ Court in Abuja on Wednesday ordered that a 28- year-old National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member, Akintade David should be remanded in police custody for allegedly assaulting his neighbour. The Police charged David who lives in FHA, Kubwa, Abuja with criminal force, assault and theft. The defendant however pleaded not […]
Mbah links infrastructural transformation to increased allocation
Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State has said increased financial support to subnational governments under the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has been responsible for the remarkable infrastructure development in the state. He made the revelation on Tuesday when he received members of the Renewed Hope Ambassadors on a Media Tour of the […]
