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SERAP faults FG on N895bn unclaimed dividends borrowing plan
Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has faulted the Federal Government over the planned borrowing of unclaimed dividends and funds in dormant accounts of Nigerians which had accrued to the tune of N895 billion.…
Army shakes up formations, targets operational efficiency
As part of measures aimed at improving Nigerian Military operational efficiency, the Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Tukur Buratai, has rejigged the force by approving new postings and redeployments of some senior officers to different…
One die, three injure after Cocoa House’s elevator collapses in Ibadan
Activities around the Cocoa House environs in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, were on Wednesday halted after an elevator collapsed and killed one person in the historical building.
Aside from the fatality recorded, three persons were…
Nigeria records over 200 Lassa fever deaths in 2020
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has disclosed that the country lost no fewer than 242 citizens to Lass fever across Nigeria in 2020.
It explained that though the nation was doing more in terms of its emergency health…
Supreme Court turns down suit against anti-farm law protesters
The Indians Supreme Court has dismissed suit filled by the country's Government to proscribe farmers’ protest and directed the government and unions to form a committee of experts that could mediate between them.
It further ruled that…
Borno Gov., Chadian President begin discussion on refugees repatriation
The Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum has met with the republic of Chad President, Idriss Debby, as part of efforts aimed at facilitating seamless repatriation and resettlement of Borno citizens taking refuge in the country.
Parts…
FG Commends Oyetola on agriculture face lifting, farming programs
The Federal Government has commended the administration of Governor Adegboyega Oyetola of Osun State for the huge investment made to revive the agriculture sector, including ongoing farming programmes across the state.
This as the apex…
Buhari tightens security measures in schools after Katsina bandits attack
President Muhammadu Buhari has ordered the reinforcement of security in schools across the country to prevent future kidnapping within academic environment after bandits abducted students from a boarding school in Katsina State.
Buhari…
Nasarawa Gov. suggests FG review military strategy against insurgency
The Nasarawa State Governor, Abdullahi Sule, has recommended that the Federal Government review current strategy employed in the fight against insurgency in North-East of the country, to forestall a continued attack on farmers and…
Lagos Assembly visits Egbe-Idimu, other councils ahead 2021 polls
Ahead of 2021 local Government election, the Lagos State House of Assembly has commenced inspection tour of the State Independent Electoral Commission (LASIEC) offices in councils across the state.
The committee's visit was to inspect…