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Aisha Buhari: Out-of-school children population in northern Nigeria disheartening
Mrs Buhari, who said this during the inauguration of her pet project, Future Assured Youth Education and Empowerment Programme, which would train 750 young persons in Adamawa, said the situation required government’s urgent attention.
CAN: Insecurity can be curbed when leaders are united
Ongoing insecurity in Nigeria can be curbed only when credible leaders who have the capability and are willing to unite the country and its people without any form of discrimination are enthroned.
Oodua youth group throws weight behind Amotekun
A youth group, Oduduwa Development Initiative, ODI, has thrown its weight behind the Amotekun and South-West governors for the initiative to tackle rising insecurity in the geopolitical zone.
Jigawa vows to enhance agricultural development with N5 billion loan facility
All is set for Jigawa State government to secure N5 billion loan facility to enhance agricultural development, the deputy governor, Alh. Umar Namadi, has disclosed.
Former Niger governor urges Northerners to unite in tackling region’s challenges
The former Governor of Niger State, Alhaji Babangida Aliyu, has called on Northerners to emulate the late Premier of Northern region Sir Ahmadu Bello and promote his legacies.
Kano governor bans opposite sexes from plying same tricycles
The Kano State Government has banned persons of opposite genders from plying same commercial tricycles across the state from January, 2020.
UNICEF worries over plight of girl-child in Northern Nigeria
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has again reiterated the need for all stakeholders especially in northern Nigeria to continue to partner with UNICEF to provide support for women and children by addressing their issues and ensuring gender equality in the society.
Nigeria launches campaign to tackle measles, meningitis
The federal government has launched a large-scale campaign to vaccinate children in 19 northern states.
Northern governors frustrating basic education for Almajiris – Ex-UBEC chief
Governors of 19 Northern States are responsible for frustrating the integration of the Almajiri schools with basic education.
Nigeria’s porous borders responsible for rise in insecurity – Northern governors
Governors of Nigeria’s 19 northern states say that a number of the security challenges confronting Nigeria may not be unconnected with the country’s porous borders.
Northern governors care less about drug abuse among youths – Torture centre owner
The owner of the NIGAS Rehabilitation and Skill Acquisition Centre, Dr Lawal Muduru, also known as Malam Niga, has alleged that none of the 19 northern state governors is serious about the fight against drug abuse in the region.
General Babangida urges Igbos to ensure peaceful coexistence with others
Former military leader, Gen. Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (IBB), on Saturday urged Igbos to ensure ensure peaceful coexistence with other ethnic nationalities in the country and make Nigerians continue to feel their positive impact.
NiMet: What weather would be across Nigeria Monday
Nigerian Meteorological Agency of Nigeria (NiMet) has predicted thunderstorms and rains across the country for Monday.
UNICEF supports Kano basic education effort
In efforts to ensure every child acquire basic education, the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has pledged to collaborate with the Kano State government.
Northern groups confirm alleged mosque demolition false alarm
A coalition of Northern Nigerian youth groups on Tuesday called on young people in the region to maintain peace and resist attempts to stir crisis over the alleged demolition of a mosque in Port Harcourt, Rivers State.
Katsina government employ 52 nurses, midwives
The Katsina State government have employed not fewer than 52 nurses and midwives and graduates of the Foundation Year Programme, FYP under Women for Health, W4H project to address shortage of female health workers in health facilities as well as address infant and maternal mortality in the state particularly in the rural communities.
NiMet predicts thundery activities for Wednesday
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has predicted thunderstorms over most parts of the Northern and Central States with chances of rain over Inlands and Coasts on Wednesday.
Ruga: Governor Ganduje, Kano Igbos reject call for relocation of Fulani from South
Kano State Governor Abdullahi Umar Ganduje alongside Igbo leaders from Kano has rejected calls from some notable Northern political leaders that all Fulani herdsmen living in the Southern part of the country should relocate to the North the idea, describing it as divisive and retrogressive.
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NYSC wants NITDA replicate ICT centre in state secretariats
The National Youth Service Corp (NYSC) has appealed to the National Information Technology Development Agency, NITDA, to help in replicating the Information and Communication Technology Centre it established at the Federal Capitial Territory Secretariat in other State secretariats in order to further enhance the ICT skills of Corp members.
Nigeria proposes to support surgeons to enhance service delivery
The Federal Government on Monday said it would continue to support surgeons to boost their key role in quality healthcare delivery.The Federal Government on Monday said it would continue to support surgeons to boost their key role in quality healthcare delivery.
Former corps member threatens to sue NYSC over unpaid debt
An ex-corps member identified as Boboye Olaribigbe has demanded N260 million from the National Youth Service Corps.
Supreme Court adjourns Emeka Ihedioha’s fresh application till March 2
The Supreme Court, on Tuesday, adjourned hearing of the fresh application that sacked governor of Imo State, Emeka Ihedioha, filed to be restored back to office, till March 2.
Insecurity: Akwa Ibom governor makes case for good parenting
Governor Udom Emmanuel has said that the fight to curb insecurity and violent crimes in the country can be won if parents give their children quality time.
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Official: AfDB launches $500 million project to boost agriculture in Nigeria
The African Development Bank (AfDB) has launched a $500 million project to begin the implementation of special agro industrialised processing zones (SAPZ) to aid agricultural growth in Nigeria.
Pope expected to stand firm on celibacy in text on Amazon synod
Pope Francis is on Wednesday to release a much-anticipated text about the Amazon, which is not expected to open up the priesthood to married men in the region despite an appeal from a historic Vatican meeting of bishops last year.
AFCONQ: Super Eagles, Leone Stars clash in Asaba
The 15,400-capacity Stephen Keshi Stadium, Asaba, will host next month’s 2021 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match between Nigeria’s Super Eagles and the Leone Stars of Sierra Leone, the Nigeria Football Federation has announced.
Bayelsa governor urges state assembly to pass 2020 budget
Newly sworn in Governor of Bayelsa, Sen. Douye Diri, has urged the state House of Assembly to expedite passage of the 2020 Appropriation Bill he would soon present for consideration.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer: Paul Pogba belongs to Mancheste United, not his agent Mino Raiola
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has warned Paul Pogba’s agent Mino Raiola that it is the club who will decide the French World Cup winner’s future.