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Experts want Nigeria to use IMF loan for the purpose intended
Some financial experts have urged the federal government to use the loan approved by IMF for the purpose intended so as to help sustain the country’s economy.
National Assembly resumes Tuesday
The official announcement made by the Clerk reads: “This is to inform the distinguished senators of the Federal Republic of Nigeria that the Senate will resume plenary on Tuesday, 28th April, 2020.”
Town unions urge South-East governors to evacuate stranded Igbos
The umbrella body of all the town unions in the South East, ASETU, has sent save our soul message to the South East Governors, appealing to them to arrange as soon as possible, the evacuation of all her sons and daughters stranded across different parts of the globe as result of COVID-19 pandemic.
Coronavirus: April FAAC meeting to hold virtually – commissioners
To maintain the social distancing rule due to the coronavirus outbreak, the April edition of the Federal Account Allocation Committee meeting would hold via video conferencing.
China denies maltreatment of Africans
For the second time in less than one week, the Republic of China has again restated its commitment to warm relationship with African countries.
Canada had record-breaking year in tourism industry before coronavirus outbreak
Canada’s tourism industry has been basking in a robust visitor economy in the past years, even highlighting last year, 2019, as the strongest ever in terms of the number of visitors and GDP contribution.
Governor Sanwo-Olu congratulates Asiwaju Tinubu at 68
The Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has congratulated the National Leader of the All Progressives Congress, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, on his 68th birthday.
President Buhari approves 10,000 housing units for Borno – governor
The Federal Government has approved the building of 10,000 housing units in Borno to fast track Reconstruction, Rehabilitation and Resettlement (RRR) programme in the war-torn state.
Edo proposes new city layout in Iyekogba axis
Edo government says it will expand the Benin City-Iyekogba axis in ward 2, of Orede Local Government Area (LGA) for proper planning of communities in the area.
UNICEF: Violence against children impedes socio-economic development
Mr Murtala Mohammed, a Child Education Specialist, United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) Lagos Office, says violence against children hampers social and economic development in any society.
Minister lauds Chevron for role in growth, development of oil and gas sector
Minister of State for Petroleum, Chief Timipre Sylva, has lauded oil and gas giant, Chevron Nigeria Ltd, for its immense contributions to the growth and development of the oil and gas sector in Nigeria.
Police urge warring Oyo council chiefs to sheath their swords
As the crisis in local government administration in Oyo State lingers, the State Police Command has enjoined the two contending sides, the sacked local government chairmen and caretaker chairmen, to sheath their swords and allow peace reign.
Enugu government approves over N2.5 billion for ‘critical infrastructure’
In continuation of its renewed efforts to provide more critical infrastructure in the state, the administration of Governor Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi of Enugu State has approved the execution of development projects worth over N2.5 billion.
Qatar, FIFA publish World Cup rights pledges
Qatar and FIFA published Tuesday the first jointly issued legacy planning strategy ahead of a football World Cup, with pledges on labour and LGBT rights alongside protections for activists and journalists.
Christmas: Senators seek religious harmony, peaceful coexistence
Chairman, Senate Committee on Cooperation and Integration in Africa/NEPAD, Senator Chimaroke Nnamani, on Tuesday called for harmony between and among religious adherents in order to engender peace and unity in the country.
Yuletide: APGA berates Abia governor over workers’ salaries, pension arrears
The All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), Abia State chapter, has carpeted Gov. Okezie Ikpeazu over the alleged inability of his government to pay accumulated salaries and pension arrears owed Abia workers and senior citizens respectively.
Bisi Fayemi urges federal government to ban imported ‘Aso-Oke’ to revive textile industry
The First Lady of Ekiti State, Mrs Bisi Fayemi, has urged the Federal Government to ban imported ‘Aso-Oke’ fabric and revive the nation’s textile industry to boost sustainable economic growth.
Zimbabwe to introduce higher denomination notes
Zimbabwean President, Emmerson Mnangagwa, on Friday, said new 10 and 20 Zimbabwe dollar notes would be introduced in the next few days as the government moves to contain persistent cash shortages.
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WHO fears ‘silent’ virus epidemic unless Africa prioritises testing
Africa has so far been spared the worst impact of the coronavirus, but the World Health Organisation is worried the continent could face a “silent epidemic” if its leaders do not prioritise testing for it, a WHO envoy said on Monday.
Manchester United fans sad over Odion Ighalo transfer update
Manchester United fans will be sad if Odion Ighalo leaves the club this summer.
Report: Only 18% of NNPC’s 6,621 staff strength are women
The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) says it currently has 6,621 staff strength both at its headquarters and across all its subsidiaries, division and offices nationwide.
Boris Johnson: Britain to reopen thousands of shops as eases coronavirus lockdown
Britain will reopen thousands of high street shops, department stores and shopping centres next month, Prime Minister Boris Johnson said on Monday.
NDDC: Nobody is against forensic audit – Group
Contrary to the claims by the Interim Management Committee (IMC) of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) that vested interests are against the Forensic Audit ordered by President Muhammadu Buhari in October last year, the Niger Delta Renaissance Coalition (NDRC) has restated that all well-meaning Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) and persons across the Niger Delta region and beyond support the long-desired forensic audit.
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Military kills 200 bandits in Katsina, 35 terrorists in Borno
The Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN) on Sunday said that the air component of its Operation Hadarin Daji has neutralised about 200 armed bandits in Katsina State.
Rivers teaching hospital records two coronavirus cases
The Rivers State University Teaching Hospital said two patients admitted to the hospital tested positive for COVID-19.
Kaduna doctors, nurses dare Governor el-Rufai, begin strike
Despite threats by the Kaduna State government to sack any health worker who participate in a strike, Kaduna State HealthCare Workers Unions and Associations on Saturday commenced a seven-day warning strike.
Enugu commences decontamination of all court premises, offices, fuel stations
The Enugu State Fire Service, today, commenced the decontamination and fumigation of all court premises and offices in the state, starting from the State Judiciary Headquarters complex at the Independence Layout, Enugu.
WHO: We’re not trying new drugs
The World Health Organisation (WHO) yesterday said that in developing an effecting regimen for the treatment of COVID-19, it is not trying out new drugs but repurposing available ones to determine their effect on the virus.