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18Apr

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Excitement as PDP Leaders Celebrate After NEC Meeting [WATCH VIDEO]

Following the outcome of the Peoples Democratic Party's (PDP) National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting, members of the PDP Integrity Group, popularly known as the G-5, were seen celebrating on Thursday. In a jubilant mood were the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State, former governors Samuel Ortom, Okezie Ikpeazu, and Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi of Enugu State, all gathered in Abuja to mark the successful conclusion of the party's NEC meeting. The PDP convened its 98th NEC meeting, which was well-attended by key party figures at its National Headquarters in Abuja on Thursday. The National Working Committee (NWC) of the PDP gave a vote of confidence in the party's Acting National Chairman, Umar Iliya Damagum, as confirmed by the party's Nati...

Three Toddlers Rescued by Police after Being Locked in a Lagos Home

18Apr

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Three Toddlers Rescued by Police after Being Locked in a Lagos Home

In Lagos, three toddlers were rescued by the Lagos State Police Command after they were allegedly found locked in a room in Agodo-Egbe, Ikotun. Reports from PUNCH Online suggest that the children, comprising a girl and two boys aged between two and four years, had been locked inside by Fatimo Ganiyu, reported to be their grandmother. Concerned members of the community who noticed their absence quickly alerted the police on a Wednesday. Acting on the information, a team of officers visited the location and forcibly opened the door, leading to the discovery of the children inside. Upon rescue, it was observed that the children appeared malnourished, prompting the immediate arrest of the suspect at the scene....

President Tinubu’s Directive on Conducting Census of Schools and Teachers

18Apr

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President Tinubu’s Directive on Conducting Census of Schools and Teachers

To address the lack of accurate data in Nigeria's education sector, President Bola Tinubu has issued a directive to conduct a thorough census aimed at identifying areas of concern and facilitating effective planning. The directive, given on Thursday, aims to gather information on all schools in Nigeria ranging from primary to tertiary levels, including their current conditions, facilities, proximity to one another, and infrastructure. Furthermore, it will assess the total number of teachers in the country, their qualifications, training received, student populations in primary, secondary, and tertiary institutions, gender distribution, exam performance, and other relevant aspects. The Federal Ministry of Education, overseen by Mamman Tahir, will lead this initiative by establishing a p...

Initiation of Enforcement Operations by FG in Abuja, with Lagos and Other Regions in Sight

18Apr

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Initiation of Enforcement Operations by FG in Abuja, with Lagos and Other Regions in Sight

At various supermarkets and markets within the Federal Capital Territory, the Federal Government recently began carrying out spontaneous enforcement raids to ensure compliance with regulations concerning price display and quantities, with the goal of reducing the overall costs of food items nationwide. Furthermore, there are plans to conduct surprise inspections at both super and open markets in Lagos, Port Harcourt, Kaduna, and Ibadan in the upcoming weeks to investigate abnormal price hikes and take strong actions against any businesses found to be involved in unfair market practices, such as price manipulation, overpricing, or formation of cartels. Dr. Adamu Abdullahi, the Executive Secretary of The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission, made these state...

NNPP: Kano governor’s suspension unwarranted

18Apr

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NNPP: Kano governor’s suspension unwarranted

The New Nigeria People’s Party's National Working Committee has refuted claims of Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf’s suspension, stating that there are no valid reasons for such a move. A faction of NNPP, led by Major Agbo, declared the governor's suspension for six months on Tuesday. This decision was made due to his non-appearance at a disciplinary committee hearing to address an alleged breach of the party’s constitution. Ogini Olaposi, the National Secretary of the faction, announced Yusuf's suspension during a press conference in Abuja. At the press conference, Olaposi stated, “We are here to update the public on the outcome of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf’s failure to attend the disciplinary committee meeting to address his violations of the party's constitution...

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Empowering Women to Prevent Mother-to-Child HIV Transmission

18Apr

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Empowering Women to Prevent Mother-to-Child HIV Transmission

The AIDS Healthcare Foundation has conducted training sessions for women living with Human Immunodeficiency Virus in the Federal Capital Territory on preventing the transmission of the virus to infants. The initiative falls under the Mentor Mother program, aimed at preventing Mother-to-Child Transmission of HIV. During a one-day workshop held for participants from all six area councils of the FCT, Dr. Echey Ijezie, the organization’s Country Director, emphasized the importance of training mentor mothers and Traditional Birth Attendants in HIV prevention for infants. Statistics from the National Agency for the Control of AIDS reveal that more women are living with HIV in Nigeria than men. Young Nigerian women are three times more likely to have HIV compared to m...

18Apr

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

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Dismissal of Two Radio Staff for Misconduct by Bauchi Civil Service Commission

In a recent development, the Bauchi State Civil Service Commission has taken the decision to dismiss two senior staff members from the state-owned Bauchi Radio Corporation. The individuals in question are Hauwa Adamu Kardam and Halima Umar, both serving as Chief Production Assistants at the radio station. Their dismissal stems from alleged serious misconduct that was found to be in violation of Bauchi State Public Service Regulations 0327. The termination of their employment was officially announced at the 13th plenary session of the civil service commission, which took place on Thursday, April 18, 2024. During this session, the cases of Kardam and Umar were presented by the Central Recruitment Agency of the Commission. Alongside the dismissal, the suspension of three other officers a...

Emergency meeting convened by NCDC as strange disease reaches Sokoto, Zamfara

18Apr

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Emergency meeting convened by NCDC as strange disease reaches Sokoto, Zamfara

Dr. Jide Idris, the Director-General of Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention, recently coordinated an urgent session with the Health Commissioners from Sokoto, Kaduna, and Zamfara states to investigate and manage the spreading mysterious illness in Sokoto and Zamfara. A press release issued by Dr. Idris and obtained from the NCDC website revealed that the meeting took place at the NCDC Headquarters in Abuja. "The emergency meeting, hosted by the NCDC Director-General, Dr. Jide Idris, engaged with two Health Commissioners from Sokoto and Kaduna on April 16, 2024, at the NCDC headquarters in Abuja. Additionally, a phone discussion was held with Zamfara's Health Commissioner in efforts to uncover the cause and address the ongoing incidents in Sokoto a...

Next Steps Revealed by Bode George as PDP Aims for Reconciliation – Wike’s Position Discussed

18Apr

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Next Steps Revealed by Bode George as PDP Aims for Reconciliation – Wike’s Position Discussed

In an update, Bode George, a notable figure within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), shared that efforts are being made to reconcile the party's members, including the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike. George highlighted that the PDP's approach is focused on reconciliation rather than engaging in conflict. During the 2023 presidential election, Wike had clashes with the PDP leadership. He and his G-5 group opted to support different presidential candidates rather than the PDP's choice, Atiku Abubakar. Wike's stance led to significant divisions within the party, particularly regarding his insistence on a Southern candidate, which resulted in the removal of the former National Chairman, Iyorchia Ayu. George emphasized ongoing efforts within the party to address th...

Announcement of New Chairman at Oyo Estate Developers

18Apr

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Announcement of New Chairman at Oyo Estate Developers

Dr. Muibi Hammed has been appointed as the Chairman of the Real Estate Developers Association of Nigeria, Oyo State Chapter. The announcement of the appointment was made by the association in a statement released on Thursday. In his acceptance speech, the new chairman expressed his gratitude to the national executives of the association for conducting a transparent and fair election. He commended their dedication to upholding the democratic values of REDAN, which he believes lays a solid foundation for the association's future. Expressing his appreciation for the developers who supported the transformation team, Hammed emphasized the importance of their hard work in the success of the association. He cal...