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• Niger Delta youths urge stakeholders to support amnesty program boss Otuaro

  27-04-2024 18:13 via pulse.ng
  
  Since assuming office on March 18, 2024, Dr. Dennis Otuaro has demonstrated exemplary leadership and has worked tirelessly to address the challenges facing the Niger Delta. The Niger Delta Youth Council Worldwide NDYC has urged all stakeholders in the Niger Delta region to unite behind Dr. Dennis Otuaro as the Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Program.The Niger Delta Youth who reaffirms its unwavering support for Otuaro made this known in a statement jointly signed, by Engineer Jator Abi
  
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• Tinubu's economic reforms fueling investor confidence in Nigeria - Idris

  10-05-2024 18:50 via pulse.ng
  
  The Minister of Information said President Bola Tinubu's leadership has attracted $30 billion in Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) commitments across key sectors of the economy since the start of his administration.The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, expressed his deep admiration for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s unwavering commitment to fostering an environment conducive to private sector growth.During the Advertisers Association of Nigeria (ADVAN) Dialogue
  
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• 252 UNN graduates bag first-class honours at 52nd convocation

  10-05-2024 17:35 via pulse.ng
  
  The VC added that the graduates would use the certificates earned to serve as a visa to a brighter future, good career and better life.About 252 graduates of the University of Nigeria Nsukka (UNN) on Friday smiled home with first-class degree honours during the Institution’s 52nd Convocation for the award of first degree certificates of the university.Prof Charles Igwe, the Vice-Chancellor of UNN announced this in his address during the 52nd Convocation for conferment of Bachelor’s D
  
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• Osogbo residents rejoice over NDLEA's death penalty for drug traffickers

  10-05-2024 17:21 via pulse.ng
  
  Death punishment will deter reasonable people from getting involved in drug trafficking.A cross-section of residents in Osogbo, Osun, has hailed the Senate’s passage of an amendment to the NDLEA Act, which prescribes the death penalty for dealing in hard drugs.The respondents in separate interviews with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Friday in Osogbo, said such punishment will deter reasonable people from getting involved in drug trafficking.They, however, advised that investigation i
  
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• ₦80.2bn fraud: Court insists Yahaya Bello must appear in court

  10-05-2024 16:50 via pulse.ng
  
  The judge insisted that even if the arrest warrant was illegally obtained, Bello should have still shown up in court.A Federal High Court, Abuja, on Friday granted the application by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for the former Governor of Kogi, Alhaji Yahaya Bello, to appear in court for his trial.Justice Emeka Nwite, in a ruling, held that the former governor ought to appear before the court before making any application. He insisted that even if the arrest warrant was il
  
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• CBN's cybersecurity levy proposal draws reaction from NANS

  10-05-2024 16:33 via pulse.ng
  
  The NANS president said digital infrastructure, which is closely intertwined with critical sectors like finance, telecommunications, and governance, is constantly at risk of cyber attacks.The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has backed the proposed Cybersecurity Levy on electronic transfers by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), stating that it will contribute to safeguarding the country's cyberspace.According to NANS President Comrade Lucky Emonefe, this levy is not an isolated m
  
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• Alex Otti feels undisturbed as PDP chieftains defect to APC in Abia

  10-05-2024 15:13 via pulse.ng
  
  Alex Otti says he's not worried about the mass defection in Abia State because the defectors are not members of his party.The Governor of Abia State, Alex Otti, is not worried about the recent wave of defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the state to the All Progressives Congress (APC).Otti likened the situation to churches saying anyone can attend any church they like. He that the mass defection in the PDP should be the party’s headache because he has nothing to worry abou
  
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• NCDC confirms 857 cases of lassa fever, 156 deaths across 28 States

  10-05-2024 15:05 via pulse.ng
  
  Lassa fever is an acute and potentially fatal viral haemorrhagic disease, endemic in many West African countries.The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has confirmed 857 cases of Lassa fever and 156 deaths across 28 states from January to April 28.The centre, via its official website, disclosed this in a published report on the Lassa fever situation in the country. The report noted that the case fatality rate (CFR) stands at 18.2%, a status that is higher than the 2023 rate
  
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• Ogun Govt, NEMA compensate traders affected by Lafenwa market fire disaster

  10-05-2024 14:05 via pulse.ng
  
  Traders are urged to make good use of the money, as the government can not compensate them fully for their losses.Ogun Government, in collaboration with the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), has given financial compensation and relief items to traders affected by the fire incident at Lafenwa Market in February.While presenting cash to the victims in Abeokuta on Friday, the Commissioner for Special Duties and Intergovernmental Affairs, Oluwafunmilayo Efuwape, assured of the government&
  
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• Wike vows to deal with land grabbers in Abuja even if they are VIPs

  10-05-2024 13:53 via pulse.ng
  
  Wike says some staff members of the FCT contribute to the land-grabbing problem in Abuja.Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) says he’ll do anything he can to deal with anyone involved in land-grabbing in Abuja.Wike issued the warning on Thursday, May 9, 2024, when officials of the Real Estate Developers Association of Nigeria (REDAN), Abuja chapter, visited him.The minister condemned the illegal acquisition of land in the FCT, saying many people some staff memb
  
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• House of Reps mourns Isa Dogonyaro's passing after brief illness

  10-05-2024 13:47 via pulse.ng
  
  Dogonyaro died after a brief illness, on Thursday in Abuja, at the age of 46.The House of Representatives on Friday said it lost one of its members, Rep. Isa Dogonyaro(APC-Jigawa) after a brief illness.Rep. Akin Rotimi, Chairman House Committee on Media and Public Affairs made this known in a statement on Friday in Abuja.“It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Dogonyaro , the distinguished Member representing the Babura/Garki Federal Constituency of Jigawa State in the 10th
  
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• Aiyedatiwa vows unfailing payment of workers' salaries amid economic issues

  10-05-2024 13:37 via pulse.ng
  
  The governor said that it was an avowed commitment and responsibility of his administration not to renege on the promise of workers’ welfare.Gov. Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State says payment of workers’ salaries and allowances will remain unhindered despite the current economic challenges in the country.Aiyedatiwa stated this at the Ondo State Forum of Permanent Secretaries(ODFPS) annual get-together and sent forth for retired permanent secretaries on Thursday night in Akure. The gove
  
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• Senator wants bandits trial to be open to serve as a deterrent to others

  10-05-2024 13:21 via pulse.ng
  
  The open prosecution of bandits would expose their identities to the public and serve as a deterrent to others. Sen. Sunday Katung (PDP-Kaduna South) has called for an open trial of bandits unleashing mayhem on innocent citizens in the country.Katung made the call when he visited the Ambe community in Sanga Local Government Area of Kaduna State to condole them over last Sunday’s attack on the community, during which six people were killed and seven injured by bandits during a wedding party
  
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• AGN appoints business mogul Kenneth Ifekudu as national patron

  10-05-2024 12:34 via pulse.ng
  
  The appointment is in recognition of his contributions to the growth and development of the national economy.Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN), the umbrella body of Nollywood actors, has announced the appointment of business mogul, Kenneth Ifekudu, as its National Patron.The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the National President of AGN, Emeka Rollas, announced in a statement on Friday.According to him, Ifekudu’s appointment was in recognition of his passionate contributions to the gr
  
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• Actors Guild of Nigeria appoints Kenneth Ifekudu, National Patron

  10-05-2024 12:34 via pulse.ng
  
  The appointment is in recognition of his contributions to the growth and development of the national economy.Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN), the umbrella body of Nollywood actors, has announced the appointment of business mogul, Kenneth Ifekudu, as its National Patron.The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the National President of AGN, Emeka Rollas, announced in a statement on Friday.According to him, Ifekudu’s appointment was in recognition of his passionate contributions to the gr
  
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• INEC makes progress in major push to allow prison inmates vote in elections

  10-05-2024 11:28 via pulse.ng
  
  The chairman stated that the commission is moving the country forward by adopting the draft framework for inmates to vote.The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and other stakeholders on Thursday adopted the draft framework on inmates voting rights developed by Carmelites Prisoners’ Interest Organisation (CAPIO).The INEC Chairman, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, was among the stakeholders that adopted the draft framework in Abuja during a one-day validation workshop organised by CAPIO.
  
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• Bandits kidnap Kogi university students reading for exams

  10-05-2024 11:24 via pulse.ng
  
  The bandits came in through the bush, went into three lecture halls and began to shoot into the air to scare the students.Bandits on Thursday night invaded the Confluence University of Science and Technology (CUSTEC), Osara, Okene in Kogi, and abducted some students.An eye witness account indicated that the bandits swooped on the university around 9.00 pm while the students were reading for their upcoming exams.The source said that the bandits came in through the bush, went into three lecture ha
  
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• APC group kicks against NLC's ₦615k monthly minimum wage demand

  10-05-2024 11:21 via pulse.ng
  
  The demand for a minimum wage of ₦615,000 monthly salary for Nigerian workers by NLC has raised concern as the country is presently at an economic crossroads.A socio-political group, the Confederation of All Progressives Congress (APC) Support Groups, has urged the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) to be reasonable in its discussion with the Federal Government to arrive at reality national minimum wage.Its Director-General, Prof. Kailani Muhammed, advised at a news conference in Abuja on Thurs
  
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• Nigerian drug users to spend 15-years in prison if Tinubu signs new law

  10-05-2024 11:04 via pulse.ng
  
  The bill also prescribed not more than 15 years imprisonment without the option of a fine, for conviction on the consumption of hard drugs and substances.The Senate on Thursday, prescribed death sentence as penalty for trafficking in hard drugs and other substances in Nigeria.This followed the passage of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) Amendment Bill 2024. It also prescribed not more than 15 years imprisonment without the option of a fine, for conviction on the consumption of ha
  
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• EFCC arrests 21 suspected 'Yahoo Yahoo' boys in Uyo, begins investigations

  10-05-2024 10:52 via pulse.ng
  
  The suspects would be charged in court as soon as investigations are concluded.Operatives of the Uyo Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have arrested 21 suspected internet fraudsters in Uyo, Akwa Ibom. Its Spokesman, Dele Oyewale, said this in a statement in Abuja on Friday. According to him, the suspected cyber criminals were arrested at different locations within Akwa Ibom.He said that five of them were arrested at "Laundering Lounge", Ewet Housing Estate, Uyo
  
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• Court dismisses 13-year malicious prosecution case against NCC

  10-05-2024 10:46 via pulse.ng
  
  A movie producer who alleged that NCC maliciously prosecuted him for offences he did not commit.After 13 years of litigation, a Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court has dismissed a case of alleged malicious prosecution filed against the Nigerian Copyright Commission (NCC).The case was filed by a movie producer, Charles Ayiga, who alleged that NCC maliciously prosecuted him for offences he did not commit.Specifically, he said the commission maliciously prosecuted him for a purported obstruc
  
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• Employing people to State's civil service isn't my priority - Governor Otti

  10-05-2024 10:33 via pulse.ng
  
  The governor stated that the issue of employment would arise when the government finished dealing with what it met in the civil service.Gov. Alex Otti of Abia says it is not on the front burner of his administration to employ new people into the state’s civil service.The governor made this known during the monthly interactive session with the media on Thursday in Umuahia. He said that the issue of employment would arise when the government finished dealing with what it met in the civil ser
  
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• Cybersecurity levy ill-timed amid hike in food prices - NESG

  10-05-2024 09:34 via pulse.ng
  
  The NESG predicted if this policy persists, many Nigerians may opt out of electronic fund transfers, which could lead to revenue loss for the government.The Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG) has criticized the timing of the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) recent introduction of a 0.5% cybersecurity levy on electronic transactions.NESG, in a statement issued on Thursday, May 9, empathetically urged the Federal Government to reconsider this levy.Understanding the challenges the governmen
  
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• Owner of demolished Mami Chula Beach seeks support for Lagos-Calabar road

  10-05-2024 08:10 via pulse.ng
  
  Ariyo called on Nigerians to support President Bola Tinubu and the Minister of Works, David Umahi for the success of the project.The Chief Executive Officer of Mami Chula Beach and two-time chairman of Oshodi-Isolo Local government, Bolaji Ariyo, has urged Nigerians to stop politicising the controversial demolition of properties for the Lagos-Calabar coastal road project.Ariyo’s Mami Chula Beach is among the multi-million naira properties the Federal Government destroyed to make way for th
  
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• Nigerian Army hands over rescued Chibok girl, 3 children to Borno govt

  09-05-2024 22:29 via pulse.ng
  
  The army said Lydia was number 18 among the girls who were rescued by the Nigerian military.The Nigerian Army has handed over Lydia Simon, the rescued Chibok school girl and her three children to the Borno government for reunification with her family.Maj.-Gen. Waidi Shuaibu, the Theatre Commander, North-East Joint Task Force, Operation Hadin Kai disclosed this during the handing-over ceremony at the Mailmalari Cantonment, on Thursday in Maiduguri.He said that troops of the 82 Division Task Force
  
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• Rivers Crisis: Yoruba youths slams Wike for disrespecting Tinubu

  09-05-2024 21:19 via pulse.ng
  
  The FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, has been given 24 hours to apologise to President Bola Tinubu.The Oduduwa Youths Initiative (OYI) criticised FCT Minister Nyesom Wike for allegedly disrespecting President Bola Tinubu by violating a Peace Accord initiated by the President.According to a statement released by the group's leader, Otunba Gbenga Ojo, they emphasised the Yoruba cultural value of respecting elders and government authorities, which they believe Wike disregarded.In December, Governor Simin
  
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• Rivers crisis: Jumbo's emergence as speaker sparks fresh reaction

  09-05-2024 21:00 via pulse.ng
  
  The group urged the new Speaker to prioritise legislation and oversight that benefit the citizens, aiming for improved public welfare.The Rivers Democratic Agenda (RDA) has hailed the emergence of Hon. Oko Jumbo as the Speaker of the state assembly.In a statement by its leader, Hon. Iko Rowland, the group also commended the assembly members for their choice in supporting Jumbo.Rowland expressed satisfaction that this decision has ended the debates about the state assembly’s leadership.He d
  
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• Nigerians condemn content creator’s ‘24-hour buried alive challenge’

  09-05-2024 20:40 via pulse.ng
  
  Many Nigerians took the comment session of his post to condemn the challenge.Some Nigerians on Thursday condemned a ‘24-hour buried alive challenge’ undertaken by a content creator known as Young C.The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Young C had embarked on this daring challenge on Wednesday, announcing his intention to be buried alive in a coffin for 24 hours.At 23 hours, he took to his Instagram page, @youngcentertainment, to give live footage, emphasising that the stunt
  
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• The section of the NDLEA Act that recommends life imprisonment has now been amended to reflect a stiffer penalty for drug traffickers.

  09-05-2024 20:07 via pulse.ng
  
  The section of the NDLEA Act that recommends life imprisonment has now been amended to reflect a stiffer penalty for drug traffickers.The Senate has approved the death penalty for any Nigerian convicted on the charge of drug trafficking.According to The Nation, the Senate’s resolution followed the consideration of a report of the Committees on Judiciary, Human Rights & Legal Matters and Drugs & Narcotics, National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) Act (Amendment) Bill, 2024.The C
  
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• Ondo Assembly warns petroleum marketers against fuel hoarding, price hikes

  09-05-2024 18:02 via pulse.ng
  
  The honourable house is set to inaugurate a task-force to monitor distribution and sales of petroleum products across Ondo State.The Ondo State House of Assembly has asked petroleum marketers in the state to stop inflicting hardship on the citizenry by hoarding fuel.The Speaker of the House of the Assembly, Chief Olamide Oladiji, said this, on Thursday, after a special session in honour of the late lawmaker of the assembly, Alex Akinnadeju.“Let me at this juncture, strictly warn petroleum
  
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