Federal government moves to address incessant strike by medical workers
The Federal Government is taking a move to address the issue of incessant strikes by Medical Workers; as the Minister of Health, Prof. Isaac Adewole, promised on Friday that the government will consider their requests.
Francis Meshioye: There is nothing negative about Ogboni fraternity
The Reformed Ogboni Fraternity says its ultimate objective is to promote good values, discipline and justice in the society.
Ogun government to expend N9.50 billion on completion of model schools, others
Ogun State government says it plans to spend over N9.50 billion for the completion of model schools across the three senatorial districts in the state.
Lai Mohammed recounts experience on Abuja-Kaduna train service
The Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed, has said that the Abuja-Kaduna standard gauge train service is “safe, pleasant, predictable and timely”.
Nigerian Army buries 19 soldiers killed in Boko Haram attacks
The Nigerian Army on Friday buried 19 soldiers among those who lost their lives in an attack by Boko Haram insurgents at Metele, Guzamala Local Government Area, Borno.
Official: Anambra sets to destroy illegal speed breakers
The Anambra State Government says it is set to destroy the illegal and indiscriminate speed breakers across the state to ensure safety of road users.
Muhammadu Buhari challenges governors on infrastructure development
President Muhammadu Buhari has challenged state governors to redouble efforts in addressing infrastructure deficiencies in their respective states to revamp the nation’s economy.
Abdulaziz Yari: Muhammadu Buhari told us Nigeria’s economy in bad shape
President Muhammadu Buhari has told governors that the Nigerian economy is in bad shape and that Nigerians will need to tighten their belts.
Nasir El-Rufai seeks broader jurisdiction for states to fight fake news
Gov. Nasir el-Rufai of Kaduna State has advocated broader jurisdiction for States legislature and judiciary to legislate and adjudicate on strict laws to tackle the menace of fake news and hate speech.
Nigerian military suspends UNICEF activities in North-East
The Nigerian Army has said it is suspending the operations of the United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund in the North-East theatre until further notice.
FRSC loses 72 officers on duty in Kaduna zone
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRCS) says 72 officers and men of its Kaduna Zonal Command were killed on duty by reckless and unruly drivers in 2018.
Bisi Fayemi: My husband will restore values of Ekiti people
The wife of the Ekiti State Governor, Chief Bisi Fayemi, says her husband’s administration will restore long held values of the Ekiti people, in addition to fighting poverty and moral decadence.
Court orders ICPC to unfreeze Pinnacle Communications’ account
The Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has ordered ICPC to unfreeze the account of Pinnacle Communications Limited and counselled anti-corruption agencies of government against taking drastic action that could prevent private enterprises from flourishing prior to concluding investigations to justify such action.
Governors demand more funding for all tiers of government
The Chairman, Nigeria Governors Forum (NGF) and Zamfara State Governor, Mr. Abdulaziz Yari, has said that there is need for political decisions that will expand the Nigerian economy to generate funding for all tiers of government to develop human capital and address other sundry issues.
Hameed Ali: Anyone who fails Nigeria Customs Staff College course thrice will be sacked
The Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service, Col. Hameed Ali (Rtd), says any officer who fails staff college courses thrice will be dismissed.
Adebayo Shittu launches five mobile radio frequency monitoring equipment
The Minister of Communications, Dr Adebayo Shittu, on Friday in Abuja, launched five mobile radio frequency monitoring equipment and national spectrum management system for effective monitoring of frequency bands used to provide radio communication services in the country.
CAN dissolves Elders’ Forum, faults claims of N40 million gift from Muhammadu Buhari
The National Executive Committee of the Christian Association of Nigeria has dissolved the Nigerian Christian Elders Forum after a panel set up by the committee concluded an investigation into allegations of misconduct against the CAN President, Rev. Samson Ayokunle.
Supreme Court orders Ekiti government to relocate local council headquarters
The Supreme Court on Friday ended the 19-year legal dispute over the right location of the headquarters of Ilejemeje Local Government Area of Ekiti State.
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Unethical behaviour: FRSC chief orders probe into viral online video
The Corps Marshal, Federal Road Safety Corps, Dr Boboye Oyeyemi has ordered an immediate investigation into a reported case of alleged unethical behaviour exhibited by Deputy Route Commander B Ojeamiran, a personnel whose video clip is currently distributed in various social media platforms, driving under the influence of alcohol.
Marcus Rashford: Manchester United can save season with Christmas consistency
Marcus Rashford reminded his Manchester United team-mates of the importance of their form over the hectic Christmas period, convinced they could turn their season around in the coming weeks.
VP Debate: BMO attacks Peter Obi on lies, wrong figures
The Buhari Media Organisation (BMO) has described the Vice Presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Peter Obi, as a politician with a penchant for cooking up figures and twisting facts
Ankle injury rules Real Madrid’s Gareth Bale out of Rayo Vallecano match
Wales forward Gareth Bale will miss Real Madrid’s Liga match against Rayo Vallecano on Saturday because of an ongoing ankle problem.
Federal government renews commitment to strengthen national security, unemployment
The Federal Government has renewed its commitment to strengthening national security architecture and addressing unemployment challenges bedevilling the country.
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Iyalode of Ibadan, Aminat Abiodun, passes on at 93
The Iyalode of Ibadan-land and member of Olubadan-in-Council, Alhaja Aminat Abiodun, who was said to have been installed the 12th Iyalode in 1995, has passed on.
2019: Afenifere, Gboyega Oyetola back Muhammadu Buhari’s re-election bid
Afenifere chieftains led by Senator Ayo Fasanmi last night canvassed President Muhammadu Buhari’s reelection during a visit to Osun State Governor Gboyega Oyetola.
Lassa fever: Gombe government confirms death of four patients
The Gombe State Government has confirmed the death of four Lassa fever patients out of the 53 suspected cases recorded in the state.
Anambra Assembly passes 2019 appropriation bill
The Anambra House of Assembly on Thursday passed the 2019 appropriation bill of N157.1 billion barely one week Gov. Willie Obiano presented the budget estimate to the assembly.