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• Buhari orders power firm boss’ reinstatement, Senate probes non-compliance

  25-11-2017 02:07
  Leke Baiyewu, Abuja
  The Senate has mandated its Committee on Ethics, Privileges and Public Petitions to investigate failure by the Niger Delta Power Holding Company to reinstate Mrs. Maryam Danna Mohammed as the General Manager (Audit and Compliance) of the company, in spite of a directive by President Muhammadu Buhari.
  The probe followed a petition by the sacked General Manager, which was presented to the Senate by Senator Baba Kaka Bashir Garbai (Borno Central) on Thursday.
  Garbai, while prese
  
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• Badagry residents decry EKEDC's failure to restore power despite payment

  09-05-2024 16:11 via pulse.ng
  
  Residents lament that the outage has paralysed the economic and social activities of their communities.Some Badagry communities of Lagos State on Thursday, decried prolonged power outage of over 18 months in the area by the Eko Electricity Distribution Company (EKEDC).Some residents of the communities in separate interviews with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) said the outage had paralysed the economic and social activities of their communities.NAN reports that the Badagry communities affected
  
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• Senate advances judicial salaries bill for Federal and State levels

  09-05-2024 15:57 via pulse.ng
  
  The bill seeks to unify the salary structure, allowances and fringe benefits of judicial officer holders both at the Federal and State levels.The bill seeking to prescribe salaries, allowances, and fringe benefits of Judicial office holders in Nigeria has passed a second reading at the Senate.This followed the presentation of the general principles of the bill by the sponsor, Sen. Lola Ashiru (APC-Kwara) at plenary on Thursday.Presenting the bill, Ashiru said the bill, an executive bill, was for
  
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• Reps halts CBN's cybersecurity levy plan, demand immediate review

  09-05-2024 15:26 via pulse.ng
  
  In section 44(2a) of the Cybercrime Act, entities such as GSM and telecom companies, internet providers, banks, financial institutions, insurance companies, and stock exchanges are required to pay specified fees.The House of Representatives has instructed the Central Bank of Nigeria to suspend the implementation of the cybercrime levy it recently introduced.The House expressed concerns that the bank's directive could be misunderstood by the public and go against the Cybercrime Act.The House has
  
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• Ex-Minister Agunloye's ₦1 billion suit against EFCC adjourned to June 24

  09-05-2024 14:48 via pulse.ng
  
  Agunloye’s lawyer sought an adjournment to enable parties in the suit to regularise their processes.A Federal High Court, Abuja, on Thursday, adjourned a ₦1 billion suit filed by Dr Olu Agunloye, former Minister of Power and Steel against the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) until June 24 for hearing.Justice Emeka Nwite fixed the date after Agunloye’s lawyer, Jedidiah Akpata, sought an adjournment to enable parties in the suit to regularise their processes. Akpat
  
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• ASUU raises alarm over unmet demands at Yusuf Maitama University

  09-05-2024 14:29 via pulse.ng
  
  The union said they were constrained to bring the issues to the public after several efforts to make the state government attend to their demands failed.The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Yusuf Maitama University, Kano branch has raised the alarm over the looming crisis should the state government fail to address its demands.The union alleged that the state government had for months reneged in meeting their demands. This is contained in a statement jointly signed by the branch Chai
  
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• House of Reps launches investigation into Lagos-Calabar Highway project

  09-05-2024 14:18 via pulse.ng
  
  A lawmaker said the highway contract was not awarded following the proper protocols and lacked approval from the National Assembly.The House of Representatives has decided to examine the procurement procedures for constructing the Lagos Calabar coastal highway.This decision came after Austine Achado (APC, Benue) brought forth a motion during Thursday's session emphasising the urgency of the matter. Achado asserted that the highway contract was not awarded following the proper protocols and lacke
  
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• Governor Sanwo-Olu allocates 698 civil servants homes via ballot

  09-05-2024 14:10 via pulse.ng
  
  The State government decides to allocate homes to promote transparency in-home unit allocation.The Lagos State government says 698 civil servants will be selected through ballot to acquire homes in its various housing estates.The Commissioner for Housing, Moruf Akinderu-Fatai, said this during the 2024 Ministerial Press Briefing to mark the first year of Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s second term in office on Thursday at Alausa, Ikeja.He further said selected workers would be entitled to a 40%
  
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• Yusuf brings joy to retirees by approving ₦5bn payment of pension, gratuity

  09-05-2024 12:52 via pulse.ng
  
  Yusuf noted that he's dedicated to ensuring the well-being of civil servants and retirees in the state.Gov. Abba Yusuf of Kano State has ordered the release of ₦5 billion for the payment of a second instalment of pension and gratuity to retired workers in the state.The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Yusuf gave the directive in Kano on Wednesday during the 14th Kano State Executive Council meeting held at the Council Chamber, Government House.“It is worth noting that last y
  
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• Sowore, Adeyanju lead protest at police HQ over unlawful detention of journalist

  09-05-2024 12:41 via pulse.ng
  
  A report alleged that a news story on former Lagos deputy governor Orelope Adefulire was the reason behind the Police detention of the journalist.The presidential banner of the African Action Congress (AAC) in the 2023 polls, Omoyele Sowore and human rights lawyer Deji Adeyanju have led a peaceful protest at the Nigeria Police Headquarters in Abuja over the unlawful detention of a journalist, Daniel Ojukwu.Ojukwu, who writes for the Foundation for Investigative Journalism (FIJ), has been detaine
  
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• Gov Namadi builds embankments to ensure better flood control in the State

  09-05-2024 12:23 via pulse.ng
  
  The proactive measure will lead to protecting the lives and property of people in the state. Gov. Umar Namadi of Jigawa has directed the Ministry of Environment to immediately construct embankments in flood-prone areas to check the menace of flooding in the state.The governor said the measure became necessary as the 2024 rainy season is fast approaching. Hajiya Zainab Rabo, the Senior Special Assistant to the governor on Media Affairs, made the position of Namadi known in a statement in Dutse on
  
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• Nigeria Air: Court grants Sirika, daughter, 2 others ₦100m bail each

  09-05-2024 11:58 via pulse.ng
  
  Sirika, his daughter, and his son-in-law, Jalal Sule Hamma, were all being arraigned before the Abuja High Court.A Federal High Court in Abuja has approved bail of ₦100 million each, requiring two sureties, for former Minister of Aviation Hadi Sirika, his daughter, and two co-accused individuals.They face trial on charges of an alleged fraud totalling ₦2.7 billion.The court ruled that the individuals providing surety must possess real estate in Abuja and be considered upstanding citi
  
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• PHOTO: Sirika, daughter, appear in court over alleged ₦2.7bn fraud

  09-05-2024 11:25 via pulse.ng
  
  Sirika's son-in-law, Jalal Sule Hamma, was also arraigned in court.Former Aviation Minister Hadi Sirika and his daughter Fatima were seen entering the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court on Thursday, May 9.The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) is charging them with alleged fraud and misuse of authority.The charges against them amount to ₦2.7bn, consisting of six counts. These charges are currently being read to them.Sirika, his daughter, and his son-in-law, Jalal Sule
  
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• Catholic Bishop says catholic media should spread church doctrines to youth

  09-05-2024 10:45 via pulse.ng
  
  The cleric stated that the prevailing delinquencies and societal ills could be attributed to ignorance and the lack of knowledge.The Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Umuahia, Most Rev. Michael Ukpong, has charged the Catholic media practitioners to help disseminate the Church doctrines among the youths.Ukpong gave the charge on Wednesday, when a group, known as the Catholic Media Practitioners Association of Nigeria (CAMPAN), paid him a courtesy visit in his office at the Mater Dei Cathedral, U
  
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• Court gives fresh ruling in PDP leadership dispute

  09-05-2024 10:43 via pulse.ng
  
  In March 2023, Damagum assumed the role of interim chairman of the PDP after Iyorchia Ayu was suspended.A federal high court in Abuja has issued a temporary order preventing the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) from appointing a new acting chairman, Umar Damagum, from being replaced.This decision follows a lawsuit filed by Umar El-Gash Maina and Zanna Mustapha Gaddama on May 2, identified as suit number FCH/ABJ/CS/579/2024.The lawsuit, which has drawn the attention of the legal community, involves
  
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• MoD hands 20 APCs to Nigerian Armed Forces' to confront security challenges

  09-05-2024 10:24 via pulse.ng
  
  The step was geared towards bolstering the nation’s defence capabilities to effectively address emerging security challenges.The Ministry of Defence (MoD), on Wednesday, handed over 20 newly acquired Armored Personnel Carriers (APCs) to the Defence Headquarters to enhance the professional capabilities of troops of the Nigerian Armed Forces.This is contained in a statement by Dr Ibrahim Kana, Permanent Secretary of the MoD in Abuja on Thursday.The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that t
  
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• FG presents 1,437 metric tonnes food commodities to Niger Govt

  08-05-2024 23:07 via pulse.ng
  
  NEMA DG said that the gesture was part of Federal Government’s efforts to cushion the effects of the high cost of food items in the country.The Federal Government, on Wednesday presented 1,437 metric tonnes of assorted food commodities to Niger government for distribution to vulnerable persons in the state.Hajiya Zubaida Umar, Director General (D-G), National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), stated this during the presentation of the items to Gov. Umaru Bago, at the Government House, Mi
  
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• Jimoh Ibrahim wants Tinubu to drop some 'corrupt ministers'

  08-05-2024 21:55 via pulse.ng
  
  The Ondo politician tells Tinubu to drop some of his ministers because they have been accused of corruption.Jimoh Ibrahim, the lawmaker representing Ondo South Senatorial District has called on President Bola Tinubu to get rid of some ministers because his “cabinet is too cold.”Ibrahim while speaking on Channels Television’s Politics Today programme on Wednesday, May 8, 2024, said the president needs to appoint knowledgeable people to achieve his agenda for the country.Accordin
  
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• EFCC to arraign Sirika and his daughter on Thursday over ₦2.7bn fraud

  08-05-2024 21:16 via pulse.ng
  
  Hadi Sirika will be arraigned for trial before Justice Sylvanus Oriji of the Federal High Court in Abuja.The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) will on Thursday, May 9, 2024, arraign former Minister of Aviation, Hadi Sirika, his daughter, Fatimah, and two other suspects over alleged ₦2.7 billion contract fraud.Sirika will be arraigned for trial before Justice Sylvanus Oriji of the Federal High Court in Abuja.According to ThePunch, the embattled minister will appear in court wi
  
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• Fubara's loyalist, Jumbo emerges Rivers Assembly Speaker

  08-05-2024 20:47 via pulse.ng
  
  Jumbo is believed to be loyal to Governor Siminalayi Fubara.Rt. Hon. Oko Jumbo representing Bonny Constituency has emerged as the Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly.Oko becomes the third Speaker under the current administration after Edison Ehie and Martin Amaewhule. Jumbo is said to be loyal to Governor Siminalayi Fubara.Details later…
  
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• Reps want military joint taskforce to flush out criminals in Niger

  08-05-2024 19:30 via pulse.ng
  
  The Shiroro, Rafi, and Munya areas of the state are faced with recurring activities of criminals.The House of Representatives has called on security chiefs to launch special joint task force operations in Shiroro, Rafi, and Munya Local Governments Areas (LGAs) of Niger to flush out criminal elements in the areas.This followed the adoption of a Motion of Urgent Public Importance by Rep. Ismail Modibo (APC-Niger) during plenary in Abuja on Wednesday.Presenting the motion, Modibo said that Shiroro,
  
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• Okomu Oil Palm threatens to shut down operations due to militant invasions

  08-05-2024 19:21 via pulse.ng
  
  Since the militant incident happened, the police are yet to bring reinforcement to the area to restore confidence in the workers.Management of Okomu Oil Palm Plc, says its multi-billion naira investment in Edo, is being threatened by incessant militants’ disruptions of its operations and attacks on its personnel.The Managing Director of the company, Dr Graham Hefer, expressed this possibility in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Wednesday in Okomu, in Ovia South West Lo
  
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• Delta Assembly confirms appointment of Governor Oborevwori’s 5 nominees

  08-05-2024 19:03 via pulse.ng
  
  The confirmation of the nominees took place after a thorough screening on the floor of the assembly.Delta House of Assembly on Wednesday confirmed the appointment of Anthony Elekeokuri, a former lawmaker, as the Director-General of the Delta State Investments Development Agency (DIDA).The assembly, presided over by the speaker, Dennis Guwor, also confirmed the appointment of Chief Lucky Umoru as the Chairman of DIDA.Others confirmed were; Roseline Amioku and Ikechukwu Madumezie as the chairman a
  
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• Reps form committee to probe death of 4-year-old at Brickhall school

  08-05-2024 18:54 via pulse.ng
  
  The young innocent child was reported dead under suspicious circumstances which the school was unable to explain.The House of Representatives has constituted an ad hoc committee to investigate the circumstances leading to the untimely death of four-year-old Miguel Ovoke, a pupil at Brickhall School in Abuja.The resolution was a sequel to a unanimous adoption of a motion by Rep. Kelechi Nwogu (PDP-Rivers) at a plenary in Abuja on Wednesday. Nwogu said, that until his death, the four-year-old Migu
  
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• FCT residents choose ponmo, crayfish for protein as meat, fish prices soar

  08-05-2024 18:39 via pulse.ng
  
  Residents can no longer afford the luxury of eating meat, fish or chicken frequently.Some residents in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) have begun to consume food that serves as alternatives to protein as prices of meat, fish continue to increase.The residents, in separate interviews with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Wednesday in Abuja, said they could no longer afford the luxury of eating meat, fish or chicken frequently.The residents, while acknowledging the importance of proteins to
  
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• Nwanoro seeks Tinubu's backing for UN disability rights committee bid

  08-05-2024 17:54 via pulse.ng
  
  He mentioned that Morocco and Malawi are also competing for the position.Disability rights advocate Dr Christopher Nwanoro urged the Nigerian government to back his candidacy for the UN Committee on Rights of Persons with Disabilities, emphasising the potential for his representation to advance the interests of Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) in Nigeria and across Africa.Speaking at a press conference in Abuja, Nwanoro, who is visually impaired, highlighted the importance of Nigeria having a vo
  
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• FCTA demolishes 27-year-old shanties, plans relocation for 1,000 occupants

  08-05-2024 17:54 via pulse.ng
  
  The shanties have been demolished several times but were rebuilt by the occupants. The Department of Development Control, Abuja Metropolitan Management Council of the FCT Administration, has demolished shanties illegally built on a road corridor in Wuse Zone 3.The Coordinator of the Council, Felix Obuah, told journalists after the exercise in Abuja on Wednesday, that the move was part of efforts to clear all shanties in the city.The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the shanties, called
  
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• Reps to investigate Binance executive's escape with smuggled passport

  08-05-2024 17:48 via pulse.ng
  
  The escape of the Binance executive from the office of the NSA using a “smuggled passport” was most disappointing, embarrassing and disturbing.The House of Representatives has resolved to probe the circumstances that led to the escape of Nadeem Anjarwalla, an executive of a cryptocurrency exchange company, Binance.This followed the adoption of a motion by Rep. Dominic Okafor (LP-Anambra) during plenary on Wednesday in Abuja.It would be recalled that the Federal Government had arreste
  
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• Reps investigates how Binance executive escaped with smuggled passport

  08-05-2024 17:48 via pulse.ng
  
  The escape of the Binance executive from the office of the NSA using a “smuggled passport” was most disappointing, embarrassing and disturbing.The House of Representatives has resolved to probe the circumstances that led to the escape of Nadeem Anjarwalla, an executive of a cryptocurrency exchange company, Binance.This followed the adoption of a motion by Rep. Dominic Okafor (LP-Anambra) during plenary on Wednesday in Abuja.It would be recalled that the Federal Government had arreste
  
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• Cybersecurity Levy: TUC threatens to mobilise Nigerians for total shutdown

  08-05-2024 17:26 via pulse.ng
  
  The union said it is illogical for the CBN to introduce the levy while Nigerians are already dealing with multiple taxation from banks and the government.The Trade Union Congress (TUC) has threatened to shut down Nigeria’s economy if the Federal Government fails to reverse the cybersecurity levy introduced by the Central Bank of Nigeria.The CBN had directed commercial banks and other financial institutions to start charging a cybersecurity levy on Nigerians’ banking transactions.Acco
  
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