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Day: October 5, 2023

FG committed to reposition teaching profession – Minister

Mamman explained that the travail of educating young minds goes beyond the confines of the classroom. As Nigeria today joins the world to commemorate the 2023 World Teachers’ Day celebration, teachers have been advised to be appreciative of efforts by the Federal Government to reposition the teaching profession. The Minister of Education, Tahir Mamman at…

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Glenfiddich Launches Limited Edition Sleeves: A tribute to Nigeria’s Independence & mavericks M.I, Mr Eazi & Nancy Isime

#FeatureByGlenfiddich Lagos on Sunday, October 1st, 2023, witnessed the fusion of the past, present, and future of entertainment as the world’s most awarded single malt scotch whisky, Glenfiddich put together a stunning event to unveil custom limited edition sleeves created in celebration of Nigeria’s Independence and the beautiful collaboration between Glenfiddich and the mavericks: Mr…

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NAFDAC partners with SouthEast governors to improve productivity

Iluyomade appealed to production companies to always produce standard and safe products in accordance with NAFDAC regulatory guidelines. The National Agency for Food, Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) says it 3 partnering with the South-East governors to improve productivity and create industrial hubs in the zone. The new South-East Zonal Director of NAFDAC, Martins Iluyomade,…

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FCTA arrests 2 land racketeers, says no compensation for victims

Galadima said the suspects, one Yusuf Ibrahim, popularly known as Baban Kalifa, and Prophet Emmanuel Ayisa, would be prosecuted according to the law. The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) on Thursday arrested two suspected land racketeers for selling plots of land illegally to unsuspecting residents of Ungwan Zaki, in Jahi District, Abuja. Mr Mukhtar Galadima,…

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Gov Adeleke orders seizure of disputed land in 2 LGAs after communal clash

The measure came in the wake of a communal clash between the two communities, resulting in a total breakdown of law and order. Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun has ordered the seizure of the disputed land between Ilobu and Ifon Communities, both in Orolu and Irepodun Local Government Areas (LGAs) of the state. Adeleke, who…

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Why Nigeria needs to intensify support, invest in data centres – NCC

According to Danbatta, the global data centre market is worth billions of dollars, and Nigeria is well-positioned to attract a fair share of this investment. The Nigerian Communication Commission (NCC) says it is imperative for the country to sharpen its focus on broadband development and intensify support for data centre services to boost digital sovereignty….

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FCTA inaugurates 9-member panel to investigate death of ‘one-chance’ victim

Fasawe implored members of the panel to take the assignment as a worthy service to the nation by being thorough, professional, and efficient in the investigation of the incident. The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), has inaugurated a nine-member panel to investigate the death of late Ms Greatness Olorunfemi, a victim of ‘one-chance operators.’ The…

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Declare state of emergency on environmental degradation in Edo – Reps to FG

The House urged the REA to replace the damaged electric poles, wires, and other components; and reconnect the affected communities to the national grid. The House of Representatives has urged the Federal Government to declare a state of emergency on environmental degradation in Edo. This followed the adoption of a motion by Rep. Anamero Dekeri…

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My quest for Tinubu’s academic records not for personal gain – Atiku

Fielding questions after his address, Abubakar refuted claims that he betrayed President Tinubu politically. Alhaji Atiku Abubakar says his quest for President Bola Tinubu’s academic records from Chicago State University is for the enthronement of truth and morality. Abubakar, candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2023 presidential election, lost the race to…

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Suspended UNICAL don not kidnapped, but arrested by security agency – Police

The university placed Ndifon on suspension over allegations bordering on sexual harassment of students, among others. Police in Cross River on Thursday debunked the alleged abduction of Prof. Cyril Ndifon, suspended Professor of Law and Dean of the Faculty of Law, University of Calabar. Police spokesperson, SP Irene Ugbo, stated in Calabar that Ndifon was…

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