UN coordinator says agency ready to work with governors to advance girl-child education
UN Resident Coordinator to Nigeria Mathias Schmale said in Abuja the global body “is committed to working closely with state governors to advance education of the girl-child”. Schmale said this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on the sidelines of the tenth anniversary speech by Malala Yousafzai, Nobel Peace Prize Laureate […]
Lawal bemoans killing of policemen by bandits
Gov. Dauda Lawal of Zamfara, on Thursday expressed dismay over the killing of some gallant police personnel who were on duty in Tagero village and Sakajiki community of Bungudu and Kaura Namoda local government areas of the state. The victims were allegedly killed by some unknown gunmen. The governor also lamented what he described as […]
Taraba to secure N150bn loan from six consortiums
The Taraba State Government has begun negotiations with a consortium of six Nigerian banks to secure a facility worth N150 billion for projects. Gov. Agbu Kefas made this known while presiding over the negotiation process with representatives of the banks in Abuja. The governor said the banks have a crucial role in supporting his government […]
IBEDC announces prepaid meter upgrade to align with global standards
The Management of Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC) plc, has announced an upcoming upgrade for its Standard Transfer Specification (STS) prepaid meters to enhance efficiency and align with global standards. This is contained in a statement by the Managing Director, Mr Kingsley Achife on Thursday in Ilorin. He said the upgrade, known as Token Identification […]
Zulum names ex-Minister, Tijani, SSG, re-appoints Marte as Chief of Staff
Gov. Babagana Zulum of Borno State has approved the appointment of a former Minister of State for Agriculture and Rural Development, Malam Bukar Tijani as Secretary to the State Government (SSG). The governor also approved the re-appointment of Prof. Isa Marte as his Chief of Staff. The two appointments were announced by the governor’s Spokesman, […]
Benue Gov denies witch-hunting predecessor
Gov. Hyacinth Alia of Benue said he was focused on governance and service delivery to the people and not after his predecessor, Mr Samuel Ortom. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) had reported that Mr Terver Akase, a media aide to Ortom and the State Publicity Secretary of the PDP , Mr. Bemgba Iortyom, had […]
Shop attendant docked for allegedly stealing employer’s N203,000
A shop attendant, Juliet Ali was on Wednesday docked in a Kado Grade I Area Court Abuja, for allegedly stealing N203,000 from her employer. The police charged Ali, who resides in Idu, Abuja with criminal conspiracy, breach of trust and theft. The Prosecution counsel, Stanley Nwafoaku, told the court that the matter was reported at […]
Govt to amend Cybercrime Act, says Ribadu
The National Security Adviser, Mr Nuhu Ribadu, on Wednesday said the Federal Government is currently putting measures in place to amend the 2015 Cybercrimes Act. He disclosed this at a two-day conference by the Cyber Security Experts Association of Nigeria (CSEAN) in Abuja, under the theme “Cybersecurity: A Digital Transformative Tool in Achieving Sustainable Development […]
Nigerian Leaders: O Wrong Nau!
By Toyin Falola Na only God fit save us from this kontry. Which kain wahala be this? Cried Ejiro, a forty-year-old commercial road transport worker. To unsuspecting individuals, his outcry could have passed for the cries of a lazy person—one who perhaps works little and cries more. But to the majority around the park, Ejiro […]
Hajj: Nigeria, Ghana to collaborate on service delivery
Nigeria and Ghana have agreed to collaborate on improved service delivery to pilgrims during the annual pilgrimage to Mecca, Saudi Arabia. The Chairman of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), Alhaji Zikrullah Hassan, made this known when he received the Chairman of the Ghana Hajj Board and Presidential Coordinator, Ben Banda on a familiarisation […]
