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• Niger Gov to complete 82km Bida-Minna road in 24 months

  16-05-2024 19:16 via pulse.ng
  
  The chairman appreciated Bago for his developmental efforts in the state and called for its sustenance.The Chairman, New Niger Development Project (NNDP), Alhaji Mustapha Abubakar-Bida, said that the 82km Minna-Katayeregi-Bida road would be completed in 24 months by Governor Umar Bago's administration in 24 months.The chairman stated this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Thursday in Minna.Abubakar-Bida said that if completed, the road would boost the state’s Interna
  
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• Oil mafia stronger than drug mafia - Dangote speaks on refinery challenges

  13-06-2024 19:00 via pulse.ng
  
  Dangote said he knew before embarking on the project that there would be challenges along the way but wasn’t prepared for what he encountered.Nigerian businessman and founder of Dangote Group, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, has opened up on many battles he had to fight to complete the $19bn Dangote Petroleum Refinery project located in Lagos.The business mogul, who spoke at the Afreximbank Annual Meetings in the Bahamas on Wednesday, June 12, 2024, said both local and international criminal organis
  
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• Ethnic leaders laud Akpabio's role in Nigeria's commitment to nationhood

  13-06-2024 18:18 via pulse.ng
  
  The ethnic leaders described Akpabio as a trailblazer who has provided exceptional leadership over the past year.Senate President Godswill Akpabio has been lauded for ensuring Nigeria's commitment to nationhood.This commendation was made by Nigerian ethnic leaders under the aegis of The Natives to celebrate the first anniversary of the 10th National Assembly.The Native community has praised the President and Senate President’s leadership in the National Assembly, highlighting their impactf
  
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• Erisco Foods court case vs Chioma Okoli

  13-06-2024 18:11 via pulse.ng
  
  The trial is subsequently fixed for June 19 on the council agreement.The trial of Chioma Okoli, charged with allegations bordering on her online commentary on Erisco Foods Limited’s tomato paste, was, on Thursday, stalled at a Federal High Court, Abuja.The matter, fixed for trial, could not proceed because the trial judge, Justice Peter Lifu, went on an official assignment. Although Justice Lifu sat today, he left for a conference after attending to some cases. The trial was subsequently f
  
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• Army troops destroy 43 illegal refining sites, arrest 32 oil thieves

  13-06-2024 17:54 via pulse.ng
  
  The troops maintained momentum against the activities of crude oil thieves and recovered large quantities of stolen products.The Defence Headquarters said troops of Operation Delta Safe have in the last week, discovered and destroyed 43 illegal refining sites and apprehended 32 suspected oil thieves.The Director, Defence Media Operations, Maj.-Gen. Edward Buba, made this known while briefing newsmen on the operations of the Armed Forces of Nigeria on Thursday in Abuja.Buba said that the feat was
  
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• CSOs: Legislation under Speaker Abbas reflects democratic tenets

  13-06-2024 17:42 via pulse.ng
  
  The coalition also recognised Hon. Kabiru Bichi for his innovative approach to the budgetary process as chairman of the Appropriations Committee, noting his efforts to enhance public engagement by making the legislative process more inclusive.The leadership of Hon. Tajudeen Abbas in the House of Representatives has been described as one laced with the tenets of democracy.As the 10th National Assembly celebrates its first anniversary, a coalition of civil society organisations has praised Speaker
  
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• Kano Police ban Durbar celebrations for Eid-el-Kabir amid security concerns

  13-06-2024 17:25 via pulse.ng
  
  The command stated that the ban is necessary to sustain peace in the state.The Police Command in Kano State has banned Durbar activities during the forthcoming Eid-el-Kabir celebrations in the state.A statement issued on Thursday by Usaini Gumel, the state Commissioner of Police stated that the ban became necessary to sustain the peace by the Police Command in conjunction with all the relevant security stakeholders.“In furtherance, a ban on all contending parties has been placed restrainin
  
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• Lai Mohammed - Nigeria’s creative industry a goldmine

  13-06-2024 17:21 via pulse.ng
  
  Lai Mohammed highlighted the increasing prevalence of global collaborations and cross-cultural influences, which have expanded the global footprint of Nigerian content.Former Minister of Information and Culture Alhaji Lai Mohammed has lauded Nigeria’s creative industry, calling it a “goldmine” and one of the country’s fastest-growing sectors.He emphasised the industry’s vast potential for generating business opportunities, employment, revenue, and entertainment, hig
  
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• Okoli's trial on Erisco Foods criticism delayed, judge on official duty

  13-06-2024 17:12 via pulse.ng
  
  The trial is subsequently fixed for June 19 on the council agreement.The trial of Chioma Okoli, charged with allegations bordering on her online commentary on Erisco Foods Limited’s tomato paste, was, on Thursday, stalled at a Federal High Court, Abuja.The matter, fixed for trial, could not proceed because the trial judge, Justice Peter Lifu, went on an official assignment. Although Justice Lifu sat today, he however rose after taking some cases to attend a conference. The trial was subseq
  
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• Bill proposing return to regional govt to reach Tinubu's desk on Friday

  13-06-2024 16:49 via pulse.ng
  
  The proposed bill would divide Nigeria into eight geo-political regions with provisional boundaries.President Bola Tinubu is set to receive the bill proposing Nigeria’s return to regionalism on Friday, June 14.Akin Fapohunda, the leader of the Yoruba socio-cultural group Afenifere, is the author of the proposed bill titled “A Bill for an Act to Substitute the Annexure to Decree 24 of 1999 with New Governance Model for the Federal Republic of Nigeria.” This bill aims to introduc
  
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• UK-based Imo group sponsors 125 students for 2024 Junior WAEC exams

  13-06-2024 15:48 via pulse.ng
  
  The gesture is part of the union’s commitment to alleviate the financial burden of parents and students.The Arondizuogu Patriotic Union, an Imo State socio-cultural group based in the United Kingdom and Ireland, has sponsored 125 students for the 2024 Junior West Africa Examination Council (WAEC).Mazi Vincent Akamnonu, President of APU, disclosed this in a telephone interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Thursday. The examination is known as a certificate examination written by
  
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• FCCPC warns traders against contaminated foods, vows to punish offenders

  13-06-2024 15:27 via pulse.ng
  
  Some traders are engaging in various forms of adulteration without minding the health implications on consumers.The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has frowned at the increasing sale of adulterated and contaminated foods in the markets.The acting Executive Vice Chairman of the Commission, Dr Adamu Abdullahi, said in Abuja on Thursday, that some traders were engaging in various forms of adulteration without minding the health implications on consumers.Abdullahi said
  
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• In 72 hours, Lagos State battles cholera outbreak, 60 hospitalised, 5 dead

  13-06-2024 15:01 via pulse.ng
  
  The commissioner noted that the state will continue to monitor the situation closely, implement strategies to ensure the safety and well-being of residents.The Lagos State Commissioner for Health, Prof. Akin Abayomi, says the state government is actively collecting data on the recent cholera disease outbreak in the state.Abayomi disclosed this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), on Thursday in Abuja.NAN reports that in the last 72 hours, there has been a significant increase i
  
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• NELFUND to publish institutions' student data for verification on June 24

  13-06-2024 14:21 via pulse.ng
  
  The fund added that failure to have verification would invalidate the application process and disadvantage applicants.The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) is publishing a full list of institutions that have submitted their complete students’ data for upload on June 24.The fund made this known in a statement by its Head of media and Public Relations, Nasir Ayitogo, in Abuja on Thursday.The fund said the list of both Federal and State owned institutions would be published on the NELFUN
  
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• FG sues 36 State Governors over LG funds, Supreme Court delays judgment

  13-06-2024 14:04 via pulse.ng
  
  The AGF prayed to the court for an order prohibiting state governors from unilateral, arbitrary and unlawful dissolution of democratically elected local government executives.The Supreme Court on Thursday, reserved judgment in a suit filed by the Federal Government against the governors of the 36 states of the federation over alleged misconduct in the administration of Local Government Areas.Justice Garba Lawal, who led a seven-member panel of Justices of the apex court reserved judgment after a
  
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• Soludo says he has not received salary since I became Anambra Gov 

  13-06-2024 13:51 via pulse.ng
  
  Soludo says the ostentatious lifestyle of Nigerian politicians and government officials is insensitive to poor Nigerians.Charles Chukwuma Soludo says he has yet to receive a salary since he assumed office as the Governor of Anambra State in 2022, adding that his salary has been donated to the state.The governor said this on Wednesday, June 12, 2024, at a special edition of The Platform, an event organised by the Covenant Nation.Soludo condemned the ostentatious lifestyle of Nigerian politicians
  
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• Elected officials should earn minimum wage – Gov Soludo

  13-06-2024 13:35 via pulse.ng
  
  The former CBN governor also revealed that he had not received any salary since his emergence as the number one administrator in Anambra State.Charles Soludo, the Governor of Anambra state, has urged elected officials to receive salaries at the minimum wage level, underscoring Nigeria’s pressing financial challenges.Speaking at a special event organised by The Covenant Nation to promote national development, Soludo highlighted Nigeria’s severe economic strain.He criticised the lavish
  
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• Yahaya Bello's arraignment postponed to June 27 over lawyers dispute

  13-06-2024 13:20 via pulse.ng
  
  The court adjourned the case on agreement of counsel after an undertaking that the defendant would appear on the next adjourned day.A Federal High Court, Abuja, on Thursday, adjourned the arraignment of former Kogi Governor, Alhaji Yahaya Bello, until June 27.Justice Emeka Nwite, SAN, fixed the date after counsel for the ex-governor, Adeola Adedipe, SAN, informed the court that the EFCC’s lead counsel, Kemi Pinheiro, SAN, earlier informed the defence team that today’s proceeding woul
  
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• VIDEO: 'I use my personal car, receive half salary' - Kaduna State Gov

  13-06-2024 13:10 via pulse.ng
  
  Governor Sani stated that he uses personal cars, and his commissioners use the vehicles inherited from the previous administration.Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani has restated the need to cut the cost of governance to help salvage citizens from poverty.While addressing cabinet members and other stakeholders, Governor Sani emphasised that 60% of the Kaduna population lives below the poverty line.He revealed that this situation has prompted the slash in his allowance and that of his cabinet members
  
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• Distinguished daughter of Delta - Oborevwori celebrates Okonjo-Iweala at 70

  13-06-2024 12:36 via pulse.ng
  
  The governor stated that she is a shining example of professionalism, integrity and a great role model for women.Gov. Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta has congratulated the Director-General of the World Trade Organisation (WTO), Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, as she clocks 70.The governor’s felicitation is contained in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Festus Ahon, on Thursday, in Asaba. He described Okonjo-Iweala as a distinguished daughter of Delta from Ogwashi-Uku, praising her for being th
  
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• Speaker Abass lauded for efforts on Police Act Amendment Bill

  13-06-2024 12:16 via pulse.ng
  
  The Police Act Amendment Bill recently passed a second reading in the House of Representatives.The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon Tajudeen Abbas, has been lauded for being instrumental in the passage of the Bill for an Act to amend the Nigeria Police Act 2020.The leader of the green chamber was given this positive appraisal by the National Democratic Front (NDF).In a statement issued by its Secretary General, Dr Abdulkadir Musa, the organisation also praised Hon. Abubakar Yalleman,
  
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• Weakened G7 Takes On an Unruly World, and Mapping Abortion Travel

  13-06-2024 12:03 via nytimes.com
  
  Plus, a scramble to shrink student loan bills.
  
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• Bobrisky, Cubana Chief Priest not our problems - Obi tells EFCC

  13-06-2024 11:40 via pulse.ng
  
  Obi stated that numerous urgent matters require the anti-corruption agency's immediate attention rather than spending public money to obtain convictions for currency abuse.The Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 election, Peter Obi, has urged the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to focus its operation more on the corruption in government.Obi said cross-dressing and spraying of the naira should be the least of EFCC's priorities considering the level of alleged corruptio
  
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• Katsina State Assembly passes 15 bills in 1 year since inception

  13-06-2024 11:35 via pulse.ng
  
  The chief speaker of assembly stated that the legislative achievements demonstrate assembly’s commitment to improving the lives of the citizens.The Katsina State House of Assembly said it has passed 15 bills out of the 20 it received since the inauguration of the 8th Assembly on June 13, 2023.The Chief Press Secretary to the Speaker of the assembly, Malam Aminu Magaji-Idris, disclosed this to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Katsina on Thursday. According to him, the remaining five bill
  
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• Nigerian politicians enrich themselves in 25 years of democracy - Cleric

  13-06-2024 11:27 via pulse.ng
  
  He added that 25 years of uninterrupted democratic rule in the country has no remarkable positive impacts on the citizenry.Bishop Emmah Isong, the Publicity Secretary of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN) has said that Nigeria’s democracy has mainly favoured politicians.Isong made the statement in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Calabar on Thursday. He said that the 25 years of uninterrupted democratic rule in the country had no remarkable positive impacts on
  
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• Kano Anti-Corruption summons 3 Perm Secs over fraud in employment form sales

  13-06-2024 10:56 via pulse.ng
  
  The investigation was ongoing to identify and bring to justice those responsible for the scam.The Kano State Public Complaints and Anti-Corruption Commission has arrested two suspects and invited three Permanent Secretaries for questioning over an alleged fraud involving the sale of employment forms in the Office of the Head of Service.The commission’s Chairman, Muhuyi Rimin-Gado, told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Kano on Wednesday that the investigation was ongoing to identify and
  
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• APC’s electoral success dependent on rigging - Ex-party vice chair

  13-06-2024 10:56 via pulse.ng
  
  Lukman announced his intention to collaborate with other political leaders to support the survival of democracy in the country.Salihu Lukman, the immediate-past National Vice Chairman, North West, of the ruling All Progressives Congress APC, has asserted that the party cannot win an election without rigging.In a statement issued on Wednesday, June, Lukman announced his exit from the party and blamed President Bola Tinubu for deviating from his reform implementation goals.“First, it is a sh
  
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• Bago sets up committee to resolve disputes between Dukku, Fulani communities

  13-06-2024 10:48 via pulse.ng
  
  The committee consist of men with proven integrity and honesty.The Niger Government has inaugurated a 13-member committee to investigate the crisis between Dukku and Fulani communities in Rijau Local Government Area of the state.Alhaji Abubakar Usman, Secretary to the Niger Government (SSG), inaugurated the committee in Minna on Wednesday. He said the committee consisted of men of proven integrity and honesty, urging them to discharge their duties with sincerity of purpose and diligence.Usman re
  
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• Foreign Affairs Perm Sec Lamuwa accused of sexually harassing ministry staff

  13-06-2024 10:38 via pulse.ng
  
  Lamuwa was queried in accordance with the Civil Service rules and regulations.The Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (OHCSF), has queried Ibrahim Lamuwa, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, over alleged sexual harassment.Lamuwa, who served as Nigeria’s Ambassador to Senegal with concurrent accreditation to Mauritania before he was appointed Permanent Secretary, is accused of sexually harassing Simisola Ajayi, who works in the ministry.Muhammed Ahmed, De
  
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• 'Why national anthem can't unite Nigeria' - Shehu Sani tells Tinubu

  13-06-2024 10:27 via pulse.ng
  
  The ex-lawmaker’s appeal doubles down on President Bola Tinubu’s assent to the National Anthem Bill, which led to its change from “Arise, Oh Compatriots” to “Nigeria we hail thee.”Senator Shehu Sani told President Bola Tinubu that the “ideals of freedom, equity, and justice” are the antidotes to reuniting Nigeria, not the national anthem.Sani stated this at the dinner ceremony on Wednesday, June 12, to mark Nigeria’s Democracy Day and the 25t
  
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