Day: September 9, 2023
Adamawa govt confirms 8 persons dead, 7 missing in boat accident
September 9, 2023The Executive Secretary said eight dead bodies have so far been recovered. Dr Suleiman Muhammad, Executive Secretary, Adamawa State Emergency Management Agency (ADSEMA), has confirmed that eight persons died, eight rescued and seven others missing in a boat mishap at Njuwa lake in Rugange village, Yola South Local Government Area (LGA) of the state. Suleiman […]
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I have the right to choose my replacement at senate – Umahi
September 9, 2023Umahi said that he is a prominent stakeholder of the APC as only the governor ranks above him in the party in Ebonyi. The Minister of Works, Chief David Umahi, has declared that he has the right to decide his replacement as the senator representing Ebonyi south district under the All Progressives Congress (APC). The […]
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Keyamo sets up taskforce to relocate airlines to MMIA Terminal 2
September 9, 2023The statement noted that the taskforce would resolve passengers’ concerns, minimise discomfort and effectively communicate with the public. Festus Keyamo, Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, has set up a taskforce to resolve the challenges faced by airlines in relocating to the Terminal 2 of the Murtala Muhammad Airport. Oluseyi Odutayo, Head, Press and Public […]
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Disco expresses regret over power outage in Anambra
September 9, 2023The EEDC said it remains committed to providing improved service delivery. The Management of the Enugu Electricity Distribution Company (EEDC) has expressed regret over the power outage being experienced by its customers in Awada, Anambra and other locations. This is contained in a statement by the Head, Corporate Communications of the Company, Emeka Ezeh, in […]
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Insurgency inflicts $9bn damages in North-East — Shettima
September 9, 2023The vice president also commended the efforts of governors across the region for uniting the people in spite of their socio-political differences. The Vice President, Kashim Shettima, on Saturday in Maiduguri lamented that Boko Haram insurgency had inflicted damages in the North-East, to the tune of $9billion. The Director, Information, Office of the Vice President, […]
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Again, Ayade loses bid to go senate as tribunal affirms Jarigbe’s victory
September 9, 2023The former governor disputed results from about 377 polling units in the election. Senator Jarigbe Jarigbe of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), representing Cross River Northern Senatorial District in the National Assembly, has defeated former Governor Ben Ayade of the All Progressives Congress (APC), at the Election Petition Tribunal, sitting in Calabar. Giving the judgement […]
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6 North-Eastern states get ₦15 billion palliatives
September 9, 2023Shettima urged the NEDC to consider handling some critical federal roads linking states in the region to facilitate socioeconomic activities. The North-East Development Commission (NEDC) has presented palliatives worth ₦15b to the six states in the region, the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports. The states are Borno, Adamawa, Yobe, Gombe, Bauchi and Taraba states. […]
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Guinness Matchday: Spectacular unveiling of epic live football experience
September 9, 2023#FeatureByGuinnessNigeria On Sunday, September 3, 2023, Guinness Nigeria hosted the official launch of Guinness MatchDay, a new football viewing experience that puts fans at the center of the action. The launch event coincided with the start of the 2023/24 EPL season and featured the epic clash between Arsenal and Manchester United, two of the most […]
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Lagos govt dissolves Park & Garages committee as MC Oluomo returns to NURTW
September 9, 2023The Lagos State government has returned the management and coordination of parks and garages to the NURTW. The Lagos State Government has dissolved its Parks and Garages Committee to pave the way for the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) to coordinate activities across motor parks and garages in the state. This is coming […]
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Kano govt spends ₦1.5bn on NECO registration fees
September 9, 2023Governor Yusuf noted that payment of the fees was part of his government’s policy to reposition the educational sector for optimal performances. The Kano State Government has spent ₦1.5 billion on payment of National Examination Council (NECO) registration fees of 57,000 students of various secondary schools in the state. This is contained in a statement […]
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