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• Biography of Melinda French Gates: Career at Microsoft, net worth and more

  15-05-2024 10:00 via pulse.ng
  
  Melinda Gates, a name synonymous with transformative philanthropy and unwavering advocacy for global health and equality, has indelibly shaped the contours of modern humanitarian efforts.Born Melinda Ann French on August 15, 1964, in Dallas, Texas, she embarked on a journey marked by profound intellectual curiosity and a deep-seated drive to effect positive change.Her commitment to empowering women and girls has fueled transformative policies and initiatives, ensuring that equity is at the heart
  
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• Gov Eno sacks Commissioner for Special Duties, gives no reason

  10-06-2024 20:05 via pulse.ng
  
  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 reasons for the commissioner’s sack, directed him to hand over all state government property in his possession to the permanent secretary.He thanked the former co
  
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• NDDC begins construction of multipurpose shelter ahead of flood emergencies

  10-06-2024 19:27 via pulse.ng
  
  The Multipurpose Emergency Shelter, a flagship of NDDC’s present administration, has a capacity of over 1,000 accommodations.The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), said it has begun construction of a Multipurpose Emergency Shelter designed to serve as a refuge during flood emergencies in the Niger Delta region.Managing Director of NDDC, Samuel Ogbuku, made this known on Monday in Abuja while defending the commission’s 2024 budget estimate of ₦1.911 trillion before the S
  
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• Sanwo-Olu elected as Chairman of South West Governors’ Forum

  10-06-2024 18:48 via pulse.ng
  
  Sanwo-Olu was elected during the South-West governors’ closed-door meeting in Lagos on Monday.Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has emerged as the Chairman of the South West Governors’ Forum.Sanwo-Olu was elected during the South-West governors’ closed-door meeting in Lagos on Monday, June 10, 2024.The meeting was attended by all the six governors in the region.Sanwo-Olu succeeded Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, the former Governor of Ondo State, who died in December 2023.Detai
  
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• Nigerian Hunters Call on Tinubu to approve Forest Security Service bill

  10-06-2024 18:35 via pulse.ng
  
  The signing of the bill would boost and empower the service to do more and contribute to the fight against criminality in Nigeria.The Nigeria Hunter and Forest Security Service (NHFSS) has called on President Bola Tinubu to consider the Nigerian Hunters and Forest Security Bill before him for assent to give it legal backing.The Commander General (CG) of NHFSS, Dr Joshua Osatimehin, made the call during the training of over 375 officers of the service by the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Cor
  
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• Aircraft carrying Malawi Vice President, Saulos Chilima goes missing

  10-06-2024 18:33 via pulse.ng
  
  In response to the incident, the President of Malawi has cancelled his flight to the Bahamas.A Malawi Defense Force aircraft carrying Vice-President Saulos Chilima and nine others has gone missing, according to a statement from the president’s office.The aircraft reportedly disappeared from radar after departing from the capital, Lilongwe, on Monday morning.Scheduled to land at Mzuzu International Airport in the north of the country shortly after 10:00 local time (11:00 BST), the aircraft
  
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• Soludo welcomes 1,300 defecting PDP faithful to APGA

  10-06-2024 18:10 via pulse.ng
  
  Soludo urged the new party members to take advantage of the ongoing APGA electronic re-registration to complete their membership.No fewer than 1,300 Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) faithful in Anambra have formally defected to the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA).The defectors, who came from across the state, were received by the Gov. Chukwuma Soludo at a welcome ceremony in Awka. Soludo urged the new party members to take advantage of the ongoing APGA electronic re-registration to complete
  
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• NNPC denies ₦3.3trn subsidy inflation, calls for responsible reporting

  10-06-2024 18:06 via pulse.ng
  
  NNPC Ltd stated that the company has always conducted its businesses in accountably and transparently, with international best practices.The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.) on Monday disowned reports in some sections of the media alleging that it inflated subsidy claims by ₦3.3 trillion.A statement issued by Olufemi Soneye, Chief Corporate Communications Officer, NNPC Ltd., stated that the company had always conducted its businesses accountably and transparently, wi
  
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• Tinubu approves 42,000 tonnes of food to Kano residents

  10-06-2024 17:41 via pulse.ng
  
  The food commodities include; 19,360 bags of 50kg of maize, 26,400 bags of 50kg of sorghum and 8,360 bags of 50kg bags of millet.The Federal Government on Monday presented 42,000 metric tonnes of assorted food commodities to the Kano Government for distribution to vulnerable persons in the state.The Director-General of the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), Hajiya Zubaida Umar, presented the items to Gov. Abba Kabir-Yusuf in Kano.Umar, represented by Dr Ishaya Isah-Chonoko, NEMA Acting
  
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• Court declines to vacate pro-Wike lawmakers' seats, affirms PDP membership

  10-06-2024 17:28 via pulse.ng
  
  Justice Gbasam ruled that the Rivers state government must adhere to all laws passed by the Assembly since the members remain listed in the PDP’s membership register.A High Court in Rivers State, Port Harcourt, has confirmed that Martin Amaewhule and 26 other members of the Rivers State House of Assembly, who support Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), remain members of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP).Justice Okogbule Gbasam ruled on Monday, June 10,
  
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• NSCDC arrests 9 in illegal oil activities, capable of producing 60k litres

  10-06-2024 17:22 via pulse.ng
  
  The arrest was made by the Commandant General’s Special Intelligence Squad following an intelligence tip-off.The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has arrested nine suspects for engaging in illegal oil activities in a forest boundary between Rivers and Abia.A statement by the Corps Spokesperson, Babawale Afolabi, on Thursday in Abuja, stated that the arrest was made by the Commandant General’s Special Intelligence Squad (CGs SIS) following an intelligence tip-off.He sa
  
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• Labour rejects ₦100k minimum wage, may resume nationwide strike Tuesday

  10-06-2024 15:53 via pulse.ng
  
  The NLC described the government's N62,000 offer as a “starvation wage.”The organised labour has said that ₦100,000 is not enough for their demand let alone the ₦62,000 the Federal Government offers as the new minimum wage for workers.Chris Onyeka, the Assistant General Secretary of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) said this on Monday, June 10, 2024, while speaking during an interview on Channels Television.Onyeka, who described the government’s proposal as a &ldqu
  
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• Labour may resume strike Tuesday as it vows to reject ₦100k minimum wage

  10-06-2024 15:53 via pulse.ng
  
  The NLC described the government's N62,000 offer as a “starvation wage.”The organised labour has said that ₦100,000 is not enough for their demand let alone the ₦62,000 the Federal Government offers as the new minimum wage for workers.Chris Onyeka, the Assistant General Secretary of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) said this on Monday, June 10, 2024, while speaking during an interview on Channels Television.Onyeka, who described the government’s proposal as a &ldqu
  
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• EFCC presents evidence in ₦2.6bn fraud trial against Sirika, daughter

  10-06-2024 15:41 via pulse.ng
  
  At the hearing, a subpoenaed witness of the EFCC testified as the first witness.The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Monday in a Federal Capital Territory (FCT), High Court, Maitama opened its case of alleged ₦2.6 billion fraud against former Aviation Minister, Hadi Sirika and three others.The EFCC dragged Sirika alongside his daughter, Fatima; Jalal Sule Hamma and Al-Duraq Investment Limited, for abuse of office and contract fraud.They are standing trial before Justice S
  
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• President Tinubu congratulates Chief Mbanefo on 94th birthday

  10-06-2024 15:19 via pulse.ng
  
  Mbanefo is Nigeria’s former Permanent Representative to the United Nations and former Pro-Chancellor of the Universities of Lagos, Obafemi Awolowo, and Ahmadu Bello.President Bola Tinubu on Monday extended his congratulations to elder statesman, Chief Arthur Christopher Mbanefo, on his 94th birthday.Chief Ajuri Ngelale, Special Adviser to the President, Media and Publicity, said this in a statement in Abuja.The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Mbanefo is Nigeria’s former Per
  
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• Sanwo-Olu hosts Makinde, Aiyedatiwa, other southwest govs over minimum wage

  10-06-2024 15:17 via pulse.ng
  
  The meeting aims to tackle regional issues, discuss the implementation of the new national minimum wage, and address broader national concerns.Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu has hosted a gathering of South-West governors for their regional assembly. Accompanied by his deputy, Kadri Hazmat, Governor Sanwo-Olu welcomed Governors Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo, Dapo Abiodun of Ogun, Seyi Makinde of Oyo, Ademola Adeleke of Osun, and Biodun Oyebanji of Ekiti state at the Lagos House, Ikeja.The me
  
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• Nigeria must embrace ranching over open grazing — Katsina gov

  10-06-2024 14:50 via pulse.ng
  
  The Katsina State governor emphasised that ranching brings added value and security compared to open grazing, which frequently triggers conflicts.Katsina State Governor Dikko Radda has advocated for transitioning to ranching as a more viable and lucrative option than open grazing, given the area's persisting security issues and agricultural hurdles.This call comes as the Senate advances a bill aimed at prohibiting open grazing and promoting the establishment of ranches for herders nationwide.Sen
  
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• Jigawa Govt launches radio literacy program with ₦32m for 2,700 learners

  10-06-2024 14:26 via pulse.ng
  
  The programme also aimed at eradicating illiteracy, particularly among adults in rural areas.The Jigawa Government has released ₦32 million for the implementation of its literacy programme by radio with 2, 700 learners for the 2024 session.Inaugurating the programme at Gidan Kwari Community in Dutse Local Government Area, the Executive Secretary of Jigawa Agency for Mass Education, Dr. Abbas Abubakar, said the programme, designed for adult learners, was aimed at boosting the state’s
  
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• Reps push for 6 year presidential term with zonal rotation

  10-06-2024 14:22 via pulse.ng
  
  Hon Ikenga Ugochinyere, the representative of Ideato South/Ideato North Federal Constituency, Imo State, spoke on behalf of these lawmakers.Some lawmakers in the House of Representatives are pushing for changes to the 1999 Constitution to enable the rotation of the Presidency among Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones.According to Punch, they also aim to amend the constitution to introduce a single six-year tenure for the President and Governors of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.On Monday, Ju
  
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• ECOWAS court rejects Dasuki's plea against Nigerian Government

  10-06-2024 14:13 via pulse.ng
  
  The court declared Dasuki’s arrest and detention by the Nigerian government unlawful and a violation of his rights.The ECOWAS court has dismissed an application filed by former National Security Adviser, retired Col. Sambo Dasuki, praying the court to compel Nigeria to enforce its judgment delivered in his favour on October 4, 2016.The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the court had in the judgment declared Dasuki’s arrest and detention by the Nigerian government unlawful and
  
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• FRSC urges motorists to avoid speeding during Sallah

  10-06-2024 13:51 via pulse.ng
  
  Motorists should check their vehicle tyres and ensure that their wipers are effective.The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) command in Ogun, has advised motorists against excessive speeding during the Sallah celebration to minimise crashes.Anthony Uga, the Sector Commander, advised in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Monday in Ota. NAN reports that the Muslim faithful will celebrate Sallah across the country on June 16.Uga implored motorists in the state to be more safely cau
  
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• EFCC raid sparks youth protest in Ondo, police reacts

  10-06-2024 13:50 via pulse.ng
  
  The Ondo State Commissioner for Youth and Sports Development, Saka Ogunleye, urged young people to remain peaceful, assuring them that the government is addressing the situation. The Ondo State Police Command has urged for peace as youths flooded the streets of Akure, the state capital, in response to what they claim is mistreatment by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) officers.As reported by Channels TV, EFCC officers raided two nightclubs in Akure on Saturday morning, detaini
  
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• President Tinubu's creativity in education sector is shaping historic change

  10-06-2024 12:37 via pulse.ng
  
  The group said Tinubu’s initiatives in the education sector could be likened to building blocks for a progressive and modern education system.President Bola Tinubu is rebooting the country’s education sector with creative initiatives that will introduce a fresh breath of air to the industry.This is contained in a statement issued by the Tinubu Media Support Group (TMSG) Chairman, Emeka Nwankpa, and Secretary, Dapo Okubanjo in Abuja.The group said Tinubu’s initiatives in the edu
  
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• Check Now - NDA interview list out for 76 regular course

  10-06-2024 12:34 via pulse.ng
  
  The academy is overseen by the Commandant, Major-General JO Ochai, and the NDA Council, chaired by the Minister of Defence. The Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) in Kaduna has announced the candidates selected for interviews for the 76th Regular Course Armed Forces Selection Board (AFSB).With a rich history dating back to February 5, 1964, the NDA stands as a venerable institution, dedicated to shaping young men and women into educated, brave, and capable leaders. Its unwavering goal is to equip ea
  
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• 7 sentenced to death for cross-border drug trafficking in Iraq

  10-06-2024 12:11 via pulse.ng
  
  The chaos and conflicts that have engulfed Iraq since the U.S. invasion in 2003 impeded Iraqi governments from effectively addressing the threat of drugs.An Iraqi court has issued death sentences to seven drug dealers, including a foreigner.“The Central Criminal Court issued a verdict to execute seven drug dealers, including a foreigner, who were convicted of trafficking narcotic substances,” the Supreme Judicial Council said in a statement, without specifying the nationality of the
  
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• INEC postpones Enugu South 1 rerun election again due to security reasons

  10-06-2024 11:56 via pulse.ng
  
  The commissioner added that the scheduled rerun election was postponed and duly communicated to all stakeholders with a clear reason for the postponement.The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says that the rescheduled rerun election for the Enugu South 1 State Constituency was postponed due to security reasons.The INEC Resident Electoral Commissioner in the state, Dr Chukwuemeka Chukwu, told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Enugu on Sunday that the postponed election was cancel
  
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• Atiku reveals role in saving Tinubu's political career

  10-06-2024 11:56 via pulse.ng
  
  Vice President Kashim Shettima recently remarked that Atiku Abubakar had previously received political backing from Tinubu when he faced persecution from PDP and ex-President Olusegun Obasanjo.Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has claimed that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s political career might have ended at the governorship level in Lagos State if not for his (Atiku’s) support. He made this statement in response to the common belief that Tinubu helped him (Atiku) after he confli
  
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• Sen Yari distributes 380 cows to APC supporters, less-privileged in Zamfara

  10-06-2024 11:52 via pulse.ng
  
  The senator represents the Zamfara West Senatorial District in the Senate.Sen. Abdulaziz Yari (APC-Zamfara) has commenced the distribution of 380 cows to 147 political wards across the state for the Eid-el-Kabir festival.The Chairman, of Sen. Yari’s Political Organisation, Alhaji Lawal Liman, disclosed this in a statement issued in Gusau on Sunday.The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Yari represents the Zamfara West Senatorial District in the Senate.According to Liman, the distrib
  
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• Terrorists abandon captives in gunfight, Army rescues passengers in Delta

  10-06-2024 11:42 via pulse.ng
  
  The troops upon receiving the distress call, rapidly mobilised and confronted the terrorists, who were armed with assorted weapons.Troops of the Nigerian Army successfully thwarted a kidnap attempt by a suspected terrorist group on the 46 Km Ughelli-Patani Road in Delta on Sunday.In a post on its official X Handle on Sunday, the Nigerian army said its troops’ swift response to a distress call resulted in the rescue of passengers who had been kidnapped while travelling in a commercial bus.I
  
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• Ganduje sold public schools, converted some to private shops - Gov Yusuf

  10-06-2024 11:30 via pulse.ng
  
  The governor said he is determined to restore the educational landscape.Gov Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State has accused the immediate past administration in Kano State of neglecting the education sector.The News Agency of Nigeria reports that Yusuf spoke in Kano while declaring a State of Emergency in Education in Kano. He alleged that the past administration sold some public schools and converted others to private shops.With the support of the National Union of Teachers (NUT), Gov. Yusuf has vow
  
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