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Akwa Ibom university recalls student suspended over Facebook post
Akwa Ibom State University has lifted the suspension on a student who called the school vice-chancellor “foolish” on Facebook.
IGP directs police commissioner to implement AGF directive on sacked Oyo council chiefs
The Inspector-General of Police, Mohammed Adamu, has directed the Commissioner of Police in Oyo state, Shina Olukolu, to take actions to implement the legal opinion of the Attorney General of the Federation (AGF) on the sacked local government chairpersons in the state.
Lassa fever: Federal government activates nationwide emergency operations
With the increasing cases of Lassa fever reported across the country, the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has activated a National Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) to coordinate the response activities.
Amotekun recruitment suspended as states develop legal framework
The planned recruitment of personnel and further implementation of the blueprint for the South West regional security outfit named Amotekun are now on hold.
NPA takes steps to end congestion at Lagos ports
The Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) has begun fresh moves to resolve the lingering gridlock at the Lagos Ports Complex.
University of Abuja suspends admission process
The University of Abuja has suspended the ongoing admission of students due to what it described as irregularities in the process.
Governor Akeredolu: Why Lassa fever persists in Ondo
The Ondo State governor, Rotimi Akeredolu, has given reasons why the Lassa fever scourge has continued to ravage the state in the last few years despite government’s efforts to stem it.
Ondo government in emergency meeting as Lassa fever ravages communities
The governor of Ondo State and his commissioners are currently meeting behind closed doors to map out strategies to tackle a fresh outbreak of Lassa fever in some communities in the state.
Expert: Kano records 5.8 percent modern contraceptive use
An expert on reproductive health, Habib Sadauki, disclosed this on Thursday at high consultative meeting on family planning in the state.
Six die in accident along Ogbomoso-Ilorin expressway
No fewer than six people died Sunday morning in an accident along the Ogbomoso-Ilorin expressway.
Emeka Ihedioha faults Supreme Court judgement removing him as Imo governor
Sacked Imo State governor, Emeka Ihedioha, has criticised the Supreme Court verdict which removed him and declared Hope Uzodinma of the All Progressives Congress (APC) as the winner of the March 9 governorship election in the state.
Amotekun: Southern, middle belt forum criticise federal government declaration
The Southern and Middle Belt Leaders Forum has condemned the decision of the federal government to declare Amotekun, a security outfit set up by South-west governments, illegal.
Police officer shoots 18-year-old student in Yola
The incident happened in Jambutu ward of Yola North local government area when police officers on patrol went to the area to arrest some miscreants, but met stiff resistance from some protesting youth.
Yoruba actor Toyosi Arigbabuwo passes on
It was gathered from sources close to the actor that he died at his residence located at Ile-Alli area, along the Apete-Arola Road in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital.
NFVCB: Why we suspended ‘Sugar Rush’ movie
The National Film and Video Censors Board (NFVCB) has given reasons why it suspended Jade Osiberu’s comedy film, ‘Sugar Rush’ from screening in Nigerian cinemas.
Nigeria moves against illegal Chinese miners, others
The Nigerian government has commenced moves to stop the illegal activities of Chinese and other artisanal miners across the country.
Promoter: Why musical concerts are declining in Nigeria
A showbiz promoter, Tajudeen Adepetu, has explained why musical concerts are declining in Nigeria.
President Buhari reverses suspension of NBET chief
President Muhammadu Buhari has yet again overruled the Minister of Power, Sale Mamman, over key decisions made in agencies under the ministry’s supervision.
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US visa restriction against Nigerians, commendable – Ex-Lagos deputy governor
A former Lagos State Deputy Governor, Alhaja Sinatu Ojikutu, has said American President Donald Trump deserves commendation for extending his visa restriction policy to Nigeria.
Senator Abe: Leadership without sacrifice is meaningless
Immediate past representative of the Rivers South-East Senatorial District at the National Assembly, Senator Magnus Ngei Abe, has declared that leadership without sacrifice is meaningless.
President Buhari: Boko Haram continuous existence surprising
President Muhammadu Buhari says “harder times’’ await bandits whose disruptive activities have brought sorrow to Nigerians, kept many away from their means of livelihood, and heightened insecurity in parts of the country.
PDP wins Imo rerun
The Independent National Electoral Commission has declared Jerry Alagbaoso of the Peoples Democratic Party the winner of the supplementary election held on Saturday in Orlu/Orsu/Oru East Federal Constituency in Imo State.
US expands health screenings for coronavirus to 20 airports
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is expanding its enhanced health screening to 20 airports as part of its efforts to identify people with the new coronavirus who are traveling into the United States, the agency said in a press conference today.
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Former Senate president accused of destroying farmland in Ebonyi
A former president of the Nigerian Senate, Chief Anyim Pius Anyim, has been accused of destroying a commercial farmland at Amagu, Ishiagu in Ivo Local Government Area of Ebonyi State, Nigeria. A former president of the Nigerian Senate, Chief Anyim Pius Anyim, has been accused of destroying a commercial farmland at Amagu, Ishiagu in Ivo Local Government Area of Ebonyi State, Nigeria.
Prince Ogbonna: Imo sports need quality administrator
Seasoned football technocrat, Prince Eleazar Onyewuchi Ogbonna, has called on the new Imo State Governor Hope Uzodinma to assemble a formidable cabinet including a good sports administrator to steer the ship of governance of the state.
Asiwaju Bola Tinubu’s statement on Amotekun — full text
“Amotekun. This issue has dominated recent discourse and media headlines. Distilled to its basics, it concerns how best state governments can assist with the safety and security of their residents.
Kaduna government confirms first case of Lassa fever
Kaduna State government has confirmed a case of Lassa fever in Chukun local government area of the state.
Gani Adams: President Buhari’s government tainted with nepotism
The Aare Onakakanfo of Yorubaland, Iba Gani Abiodun Ige Adams has described the recent event that played out during the crusade for the establishment of operation Amotekun across Southwest as a blessing in disguise, pointing out that the Yoruba spoke with one voice in their efforts to make sure that the new initiative came alive.