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Pay Us our Salaries—Cross-River Workers
April 19, 2022
Workers of Cross River Geographic Information Agency (CRGIA) and the State Water Board Limited have cried out over the non-payment of their 15 and 18 months of their salaries respectively. They obstructed the governor’s office as well as the Water Board gate on Thursday protesting in desperation. According to The Nation, as a result of … Continue reading Pay Us our Salaries—Cross-River Workers
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Akwa-Ibom To Import 2,000 Pregnant Cows From Mexico
April 19, 2022
According to a report by This Day, Akwa-Ibom state is set to import 2,000 pregnant cows. The cows, which are currently being quarantined are expected to ship from Mexico, the Akwa Ibom State Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Mr Charles Udoh, said during an interview in Uyo. Udoh further explained that the state government has … Continue reading Akwa-Ibom To Import 2,000 Pregnant Cows From Mexico
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Okocha Becomes German Bundesliga Ambassador
April 19, 2022
Former Super Eagles captain and Nigerian legend, Augustine Azuka ‘Jay Jay’ Okocha, has been named amongst other members of the Bundesliga Legends Network. The network is a group of ex-internationals who have starred in the German League and have displayed exceptional skill and character on and off the pitch. Okocha emerged as the latest star … Continue reading Okocha Becomes German Bundesliga Ambassador
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Tuface Reacts To Benue Violence
April 19, 2022
Innocent “Tuface” Idibia has spoken up about the killings in his state of origin, Benue State. Reacting to a Channels TV report about the fresh spate of attacks in the state, which left several people dead and many wounded, Tuface tweeted: “This is getting ridiculous. Shameful.” It is not the first time the artiste is … Continue reading Tuface Reacts To Benue Violence
Truck Drivers Given 48 Hours to Vacate Lagos Bridges
April 19, 2022
Truck drivers, have been given 48 hours to clear the Lagos bridges. This ultimatum was issued by the military and the state government during a stakeholder’s meeting at the Apapa Headquarters of the Western Naval Command (WNC). Attendees According to The Nation, the participants of the meeting included: Flag Officer Commanding (FOC) WNC, Rear Admiral … Continue reading Truck Drivers Given 48 Hours to Vacate Lagos Bridges
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We Have Data on Nigerians With Hidden Assets, Says The Minister of Finance
April 19, 2022
The Minister of Finance, Mrs. Kemi Adeosun, yesterday, declared that the Voluntary Assets and Income Declaration Scheme (VAIDS) has given the Federal Government access to data of Nigerians with hidden assets both at home and abroad. Adeosun made the declaration while speaking on ‘Good Morning Nigeria’, a Nigerian Television Authority interview programme. According to the minister, the … Continue reading We Have Data on Nigerians With Hidden Assets, Says The Minister of Finance
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Nigeria Today: Top 10 News Stories, Wednesday, March 7th 2018
April 19, 2022
Guardian (blog): Sports Minister, Solomon Dalung has set up a committee to unearth the circumstances surrounding the alleged disappearance of $150,000 grant, which world athletics ruling body (IAAF) sent to the Athletics Federations of Nigeria (AFN). ThisDay: As the country and parents continue to grieve over the abduction of 110 schoolgirls from Government Girls’ Science … Continue reading Nigeria Today: Top 10 News Stories, Wednesday, March 7th 2018
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JAMB Official Retracts, Says Money Was Collected By ‘Superior’ Not Swallowed by Snakes
April 19, 2022
The official at the Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB), Philomina Chieshe, who claimed that the board’s N36 million was swallowed by a snake, has retracted her statement. Chieshe, who works as a clerk at the JAMB office in Markurdi had initially told JAMB officials that a snake swallowed the money derived from the sale … Continue reading JAMB Official Retracts, Says Money Was Collected By ‘Superior’ Not Swallowed by Snakes
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Nigeria Today: Top 10 News Stories, Tuesday, March 6th 2018
April 19, 2022
AllAfrica com: The State Security Service has demanded that a Nigerian journalist must disclose his sources as a precondition for his freedom. The secret police detained Tony Ezimakor in Abuja on Wednesday after honoring an invitation over a story he wrote detailing how the Buhari administration paid millions of dollars as ransom to Boko Haram … Continue reading Nigeria Today: Top 10 News Stories, Tuesday, March 6th 2018
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Nigeria Today: Top 10 News Stories, Monday, March 5th 2018
April 19, 2022
Vanguard: On Saturday, Former Vice President of Nigeria, Atiku Abubakar, visited Silverbird, Jabi Mall, Abuja to watch Marvel Studios “Black Panther” and bought tickets for everyone present. Pulse Nigeria: Chelsea star, Victor Moses, has received his Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) Player of the Year award in London. Club duties kept Moses away from the NFF Awards … Continue reading Nigeria Today: Top 10 News Stories, Monday, March 5th 2018
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Work to Resume on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway
April 19, 2022
The Federal Controller of Works in Lagos, Godwin Eke, says that the construction work on Section 1 of the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway had been 50 percent completed before the contractors, Julius Berger, mobilized by the Federal Government, left site due to debts. He disclosed that work would resume in March as the contractors have been mobilized. … Continue reading Work to Resume on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway
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MIPAN Unveils Alphabet Media Academy in Lagos
April 19, 2022
The Media Independent Practitioners Association of Nigeria (MIPAN) has officially launched Alphabet Media Academy (AMA). The media academy is the first of its kind with the aim of producing a group of well-trained talents who will shape and disrupt the future of the media and marketing communications industry in Nigeria and across Africa. The media … Continue reading MIPAN Unveils Alphabet Media Academy in Lagos
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Federal Government Okays ICT University in Nigeria.
April 19, 2022
The Federal Government has approved plans to set an Information and Communication Technology (ICT) University in the country. The Acting President disclosed this at the opening of a two- day summit on Smart Cities in Nigeria on Tuesday in Abuja. The proposal had been submitted by Minister of Communication, Barrister Adebayo Shittu who stated that … Continue reading Federal Government Okays ICT University in Nigeria.
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Senate Authorizes Not Too Young To Run Bill
April 19, 2022
The Nigeria Senate on Wednesday, 26th July 2017, passes the Not Too Young To Run bill. The much-anticipated bill seeks for age reduction of electoral offices. After a vote in which 86 senators showed their support, 10 were against it, while 1 Senator sustained. The bill is to promote and encourage the participation of Youths in … Continue reading Senate Authorizes Not Too Young To Run Bill
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Nigeria Today: Top 5 News Stories, Monday, Dec 19th, 2016
April 19, 2022
1. Alongside Putin, Trump, and Merkel, Forbes has listed Aliko Dangote as one of the most powerful persons in the world. 2. INEC plans to digitize the process of registration and transfer of Permanent Voter’s Card. 3. Mr. Tinashe Muyambo of Leadway Assurance Company Limited has urged retirees under the Contributory Pension Scheme to take … Continue reading Nigeria Today: Top 5 News Stories, Monday, Dec 19th, 2016
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