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PSC approves promotion of over 6,000 police officers
According to Mr Ikechukwu Ani, the Head, Press and Public Relations at PSC, the promotions “were one of the highpoints of the 8th Plenary Meeting of the Commission which spanned a period of three weeks and ended on Wednesday, July 1st, 2020. It was presided over by the PSC Chairman, Musiliu Smith, a retired Inspector General of Police.”
Former LASTMA chief Chris Olakpe passes on
Former Chief Executive Officer, Lagos State Traffic Management Authority, (LASTMA), Mr Chris Olakpe, is dead.
NIPSS asks President Buhari to repeal NHIS Act
The National Institute of Policy and Strategic Studies, NIPSS - Nigeria’s Premier think Tank, has asked President Muhammadu Buhari to urgently repeal the National Health Insurance, NHIS Act and replace it with the National Health Insurance Commission Bill to make healthcare delivery in Nigeria more flexible, accommodating of all citizens.
Governor Fayemi: We are democratising poverty instead of democratising hope
Chairman, Nigeria Governors’ Forum, NGF and Governor of Ekiti State, Dr. Kayode Fayemi, has taken a swipe at the entire political class and elite in the country, saying that the political elite has so far democratized poverty instead of democratizing hope.
Oba Akiolu: President Buhari’s victory has demystified Olusegun Obasanjo
The Oba of Lagos, Rilwan Akiolu, on Wednesday said the election of President Muhammadu Buhari for a second term in office was a clear proof that no man, but God, gives power.
President Buhari reiterates commitment to improve nation’s healthcare delivery
President Muhammadu Buhari on Thursday reiterated his commitment to improve the nation’s healthcare delivery system.
Kaduna prisons controller, 17 others get promotion
Abubakar Garba, the Controller of Prisons in Kaduna State, has been elevated to the rank of Assistant Controller General, a statement by the command said on Sunday.
NOUN appoints ex-army spokesman Sani Usman as faculty member
The National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) has appointed retired Brig.-Gen. Sani Usman as Faculty member of its Business School.
NAF redeploys 27 AVM, 45 other senior officers
The Nigeria Air Force has redeployed a total of 72 senior officers comprising 27 AVMs, 30 Air Commodores, eight Group Captains, 4 Wing Commanders and three Squadron Leaders for operational efficiency and effectiveness.
AIG Adamu Mohammed emerges new police inspector general
The presidency will on Tuesday announce the appointment of AIG Adamu Mohammed as the acting Inspector General of Police (IGP).
Nigerian Army denies removal of Texas Chukwu as spokesman based on incapability
The Nigerian Army has denied media report that the removal of its Spokesman, Brigadier General Texas Chukwu, and replacement by Brigadier General Usman Sani was as a result of the former handle and manage proper information regarding the ongoing counter insurgency in the north east.
Police promote 3 AIGs, 4 CPs
The Police Service Commission (PSC) on Wednesday approved the promotion of three Assistant-Inspectors General of Police (AIGs) to the rank of Deputy Inspectors General of Police (DIGs).
Governor Wike: Federal government caused collapse of national security
Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike, yesterday blamed an alleged political interference by the Federal Government on what he described as total collapse of national security in the country.
Governor Wike: Federal government responsible for collapse of national security
Rivers State Governor Nyesom Wike has stated that the collapse national security is a fallout of the political interference of the Federal Government in the running of security agencies in the country.
Emir of Daura charges NIPSS participants to promote national unity
The Emir of Daura, Alhaji Umar Farouk, on Friday enjoined participants of Course 40 of the National Institute of Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS) to shun divisive tendencies that would further polarise Nigeria.
FRSC chief reveals role of agency in internal security
The Corps Marshal Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Dr Boboye Oyeyemi has revealed the key role, the agency plays in matters relating to internal security.
Police commissioner transferred from Akwa Ibom
The Commissioner of Police in Akwa Ibom, Muazu Halilu, has been transferred from the state.
I released cars for Aisha Buhari’s security – IGP Ibrahim Idris replies Senator Misau
The Inspector-General of Police, Ibrahim Idris, said on Thursday that he released two cars for the security of the wife of President Muhammadu Buhari, Aisha, and not for her personal use as alleged by the lawmaker representing the Bauchi Central Senatorial District, Senator Isa Misau.
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The Nothern Elders Forum (NEF) has told Fulani herdsmen in Ondo forests to snub Governor Rotimi Akeredolu‘s ultimatum and reject any move to label them criminals.
Lagos vows to curb sharp practices in cooperative societies
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Dollar drops as traders prepare for Janet Yellen to talk up stimulus
The dollar dropped on Tuesday as investors prepared for U.S. Treasury Secretary nominee Janet Yellen to talk up the need for major fiscal stimulus and commit to a market-determined exchange rate when she testifies later in the day.
PPPRA: Nigeria’s cooking gas consumption hits one million tonnes
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Akwa Ibom professor cautions ethnic groups against seeing NDDC as national cake
A Professor of Economics, University of Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, Chris Ekong, has cautioned against the entitlement sense of some States in the Niger Delta over the ownership of the resources sharing in the region.