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By Uko Okon The Akwa Ibom State Government has directed the immediate closure of unregistered and illegal schools operating across the state’s 31 local government areas. The move, according to the government, is aimed at upholding the integrity and standards of the basic education system. It was gathered that over 1,140 illegal nursery, primary, and…
The Supreme Court has reaffirmed the death sentence that was handed to Maryam Sanda, the daughter-in-law of a former Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), for committing culpable homicide. In a split judgment of four to one, a five-member panel of justices of the apex court restated the judicial pronouncement that ordered her death…
Nigeria, Bahrain Work at Improving Economic Ties Nigeria and Bahrain have engaged in bilateral discussions to facilitate foreign direct investment, enhance trade and investment opportunities, and equally foster cooperation in the oil and gas sectors. A statement on Sunday by the spokesman of the minister of foreign affairs, Alkasim AbdulKadir said his boss, Ambassador Yusuf…
NDE Disclaims Message Urging Unemployed to Register. Stella Peters The National Directorate of Employment has distanced itself from the social media message urging unemployed persons to register at any NDE office nationwide. In its disclaimer, NDE said the message was fake and did not emanate from its office. The Directorate, therefore, urged the general public…
Nigeria Launches Contactless Passport in Europe Nigeria has launched its Contactless Passport Renewal System across Europe. It was successfully implemented in Canada a few days ago. Speaking at the launch on Friday, the Minister of Interior, Hon. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, said: “Today marks yet another pivotal moment in our commitment to streamline and enhance the efficiency…
By Uko Okon Connected Development (CODE), a Non Governmental Organisation, has advised members of the Host Community Development Trust (HCDT) to always communicate with community members before embarking on any project. According to the organisation, this is to foster better relationships between the HCDT members and the community to ensure that projects are executed with…
Fortification of Ultra-Processed Foods: When More Becomes Harmful By Bukola Olukemi-Odele Throughout history, human survival has greatly depended on sourcing, preparing, and consuming different kinds of food. Food is the third basic need of man after air and water. It supplies our bodies with nutrients for growth, tissue repair, maintenance, and regulating vital processes. Food…
Youth Group Urges Financial Institution To Monitor LGA Allocation A group, Northern Christian Youth Professionals (NCYP), has commended the landmark move to ensure the direct transfer of Local Government revenues from the Revenue Allocation Account Committee into the bank accounts of Local Government Councils, noting that this development aligns with the Supreme Court’s historic judgment…
Anti-Corruption: International IDEA, Stakeholders Advocate for Domestication of Fiscal Responsibility Act in North Central States Stakeholders in Anti-Corruption and Accountability in public funds have called for the domestication of Nigeria’s Fiscal Responsibility Commission Act in the North Central States of Nigeria to promote transparency and accountability. The call came during the North Central Zonal Summit…
By Choice Ebuwa Gunmen decked in military camouflage, suspected to be kidnappers have gun down a resident of Auchi, Estako West Local Government Area of Edo State, throwing locals into anguish. The victim’s wife, was taken into captivity by the hoodlums in the incident that occurred near Igbira Camp, near a fertiliser depot and close…