By Christian Njoku Gov. Bassey Otu of Cross River assured on Monday that no part of the state would be ceded to Cameroon any longer. Otu made the declaration at a public hearing organised by an ad-hoc committee of the House of Representatives. The committee is investigating a land tussle between Danare community in Boki […]
Month: August 2023
Niger Coup: Network of journalists appeals to FG, ECOWAS against use of force
By Hassana Yakubu The Nigeria Network of Peace Journalists (NNPJ), Kaduna State Chapter, has appealed to President Bola Tinubu and Heads of State and Government of ECOWAS, not to deploy force in Niger Republic. In a statement issued by its leader, Ibrahima Yakubu, the network stressed the need for ECOWAS to sustain peace talk and […]
Soun/Alaafin thrones: Cleric urges Gov. Makinde to help resolve succession processes issues
By David Adeoye The Bishop of Ibadan Diocese of Anglican Communion, Rev. Joseph Akinfenwa, on Sunday urged Gov. Seyi Makinde of Oyo State to help resolve succession issues in Ogbomoso and Oyo cities. Akinfenwa said, while delivering a sermon during a Thanksgiving Service, that succession difficulties surrounding the appointment of the Soun of Ogbomoso and Alaafin […]
Commuters hail LASG on reduction in fares
By Aisha Cole Some commuters in Lagos have commended the Lagos State Government for effecting the slash in fares on the Bus Rapid Transit scheme since Wednesday, describing it as a relief. They spoke with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in separate interviews in Lagos on Sunday. Recall that Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu had on […]
Including women in climate action will help create sustainable future – U.S. Consulate
By Busayo Onijala Kenise Hill, Deputy Political and Economic Chief, U.S. Consulate, says including women in climate action will help create a more sustainable and equitable future for all. Hill said this in a statement made available by the consulate to newsmen on Sunday in Lagos. She said the consulate recently supported the first Nigerian […]
ECOWAS Military Chiefs announce decision on Niger Republic ECOWAS Military Chiefs announce decision on Niger Republic
By Sumaila Ogbaje ECOWAS defence chiefs on Friday said there should be comprehensive approach that encompasses political, security and diplomatic dimensions in addressing the situation in Niger Republic. The Committee of Chiefs of Defence Staff (CDS) of Economic Community of West African State (ECOWAS) countries made this known at the end of their three-day Extra […]
Exclusive breastfeeding makes children grow healthy, intelligently – Medical Director
By Raji Rasak The Medical Director, General Hospital, Badagry, Dr Olatunde Bakare, has urged nursing mothers to constantly breastfeed their children. Olatunde made the appeal at the World Breastfeeding Week Celebration, organised by the hospital on Friday in Badagry, Lagos. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the theme of the event was, “Enable […]
FCTA to spend N5bn on rehabilitation of Abuja rail mass transit
By Philip Yatai The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) on Friday, announced the award of N5 billion contract for the rehabilitation of Abuja Rail Mass Transit (ARMT) System. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the project would be executed by China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation Ltd (CCECC) within 12 months. Mr Olusade Adesola, […]
CBN forensic audit, civil service payroll overhaul imminent – Tinubu
You are currently viewing CBN forensic audit, civil service payroll overhaul imminent – Tinubu CBN Building CBN forensic audit, civil service payroll overhaul imminent – Tinubu Post author:Vivian Ihechu Post published:August 5, 2023 Post category:Economy Post comments:0 Comments By Ismail Abdulaziz President Bola Tinubu says a comprehensive forensic audit of the […]