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Month: April 2024

LASTMA warns motorists to adhere to speed limit on Third Mainland Bridge

He assured the motoring public that the agency would deploy more men, patrol and recovery vehicles to ensure the safety of motorists and timely rescue intervention. The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has warned motorists to maintain speed limits while driving on the long stretch of the newly-renovated Third Mainland Bridge. The General Manager…

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Commend us when we make improvements, Wike tells FCT residents

Wike urged residents to commend the government when it made improvements rather than condemnation all the time. The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has commended residents of the territory for their patience, following the inconveniences the ongoing projects across the FCT have caused. Wike gave the commendation in Abuja on Wednesday…

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4 dead, 40 others injured in road crashes during Easter celebration in Ogun

The sector commander appealed to motorists to continue to adhere strictly to traffic rules and regulations, not only during festive periods but at all times. The Ogun Command of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) says four persons died, while 40 others were injured in 11 road crashes during the Easter celebration in the state….

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Ododo unleashes ‘Quick Response Team’ to deal with criminals in Kogi

Ododo called on residents of the state to be proactive, remain vigilant and provide credible and timely information to security agencies in the state. The Kogi Government on Wednesday launched a security initiative tagged ‘Quick Response Team” to address criminal threats. Unveiling the squad in Lokoja, Governor Usman Ododo, explained that the squad was aimed…

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Here’s why increase in electricity tariff won’t affect you

Here’s a quick look at how the Federal Government’s decision to yank off electricity subsidies will impact consumers. It’s no longer news that the federal government, through the National Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC), has increased electricity tariff for a category of consumers. The decision was announced by NERC’s Vice Chairman, Musliu Oseni, during a press…

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Tinubu signs national students loan amendment bill into law

The National Student Loan Bill allows students from federally or state-established tertiary and government-approved vocational institutions to apply. President Bola Tinubu has approved the National Students Loan Amendment Bill. This development was confirmed in a post made by NTA on Wednesday, April 3, 2023. The bill, initially signed in June 2023, aims to provide financial…

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Otu completed lots of project amidst empty treasury – Commissioner

He stated that the present administration would not abandon any of the road projects inherited from previous administrations. Commissioner for Works and Infrastructure in Cross River, Ankpo Edet, says that despite meeting decayed infrastructure and empty treasury, the present administration has achieved a lot in its urban renewal pursuit. The commissioner, who disclosed this at…

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Tariff increase to affect 15% of electricity users with 20hrs daily supply

NERC states that the increase will only affect about 15% of electricity consumers who have been proven to enjoy 20 hours of power supply daily. The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) says the increase in tariff will only affect customers enjoying a 20-hour power supply across the country. The commission said that other customers in…

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Nathaniel Bassey petitions IGP over paternity rumour by 4 social media users

Bassey was at the centre of a paternity rumour on social media last week when some netizens alleged that he fathered the son of a female gospel singer. Gospel singer Nathaniel Bassey has petitioned the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, seeking the investigation and prosecution of four persons for alleged criminal defamation and cyberstalking…

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Group demands NBA action against senior lawyer over Kogi election comment

The lawyer allegedly profited greatly from previous administrations in Kogi state but has now opposed the current government. The Youth Advocacy Network has expressed serious concerns about recent developments after the Kogi governorship election. They have highlighted ethical issues within the legal field concerning statements made by a senior lawyer, Jibrin Sam Okutepa (SAN). Comrade…

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