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Day: June 10, 2024

Tinubu appoints new leaders for Police Service Commission, Trust Fund

The appointments are subject to confirmation by the Senate. President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of DIG Hashimu Argungu (Rtd) as the Chairman of the Police Service Commission (PSC). The President also approved the appointment of Chief Onyemuche Nnamani as Secretary and DIG Taiwo Lakanu (Rtd) as Member of the Commission. Chief Ajuri Ngelale,…

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Naira appreciates against dollar by 0.02%

At the Investor’s and Exporter’s (I&E) window, the Naira traded between ₦1,505 and ₦1,410 against the dollar. The Naira on Monday slightly appreciated at the official market trading at ₦1,483.62 to the dollar. Data from the official trading platform of the FMDQ Exchange, a platform that oversees the Nigerian Autonomous Foreign Exchange Market (NAFEM), revealed…

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No date yet for training of recruits – Police commission

The commission advises Nigerians to ignore the date being speculated on social media. The Police Service Commission (PSC), says it has not fixed a date for training of the recently shortlisted candidates for recruitment into the Constable cadre of the Nigeria Police Force. The Head of Press and Public Relations of PSC, Ikechukwu Ani said…

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Gov Mutfwang says he has not touched LG funds since I became governor

The governor says he believes that the funds meant for local government councils should be used by that tier of government. Gov. Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau says he has not touched or misused local government funds since he became the governor of the state. Mutfwang said this on Monday in Jos at the swearing-in of…

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Police rescue American citizen from jumping into Lagos Lagoon

The American was restrained from jumping into the lagoon from the Third Mainland Bridge. Operatives of the Rapid Response Squad (RRS) of the Police Command in Lagos State have rescued an American citizen from committing suicide on the Third Mainland Bridge. RRS made this known in a post it shared on its official X handle,…

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8 upcoming Ghanaian festivals and their historical relevance

Ghana is home to a variety of rich cultural festivals, each unique to the various ethnic groups within the country. These festivals are vibrant celebrations of heritage, history, and communal values. Here’s a look at some of the notable festivals celebrated across Ghana. Homowo festival Celebrated by the Ga people of Accra, the Homowo Festival…

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Gov Eno sacks Commissioner for Special Duties, gives no reason

The state government did not give reasons for the commissioner’s sack. Gov. Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom has relieved the Commissioner for Special Duties, Dr Bassey Okon, of his appointment with immediate effect. Enobong Uwah, the Secretary to the State Government, disclosed this in a statement in Uyo on Monday. Uwah, who did not give…

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affordable sunscreens in Nigeria

Sunscreen is your ultimate defence against sun damage. The sun can be a double-edged sword. It provides essential vitamin D, but its ultraviolet (UV) rays can wreak havoc on your skin. Here’s why you need an affordable sunscreen: Shields from skin cancer: Sun exposure is the main culprit behind skin cancer, the most common type…

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Ghanaian woman sues UK Home Office, wins landmark immigration case

In a significant legal victory, Cecilia Adjei, a Ghanaian mother of two, has won a case against the UK Home Office regarding her immigration status. The High Court ruling highlights the Home Office’s failure to provide necessary documentation to thousands of migrants, putting their legal status and livelihoods at risk. Cecilia Adjei, who migrated to…

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Nigerian chef seeks to break GWR with 82-hour grill-a-thon

The chef aims to grill for over 82 hours to surpass the current record of 80 hours. A Nigerian accountant turned chef, Edwin Akinsowon, is attempting to break a Guinness World Record (GWR) of 80 hours in grilling. He is attempting to set a new record of 82 hours or more. Akinsowon, an indigene of…

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