The Niger State Government has described as baseless rumour regarding the incident at the Government House, Minna, where it was alleged that someone’s genitals went missing. The Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Bologi Ibrahim, said in a statement that the rumour in circulation regarding the incident and subsequent disappearance of the culprit was erroneous.
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Promote Local Content to Curb Capital Flight – Information Minister
Samuel Okocha, AbujaLast updated Oct 13, 2023 Nigeria’s Information Minister and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has expressed support for the promotion of local content in the practice of advertising in Nigeria as part of efforts to bolster growth and investments in the country’s media and advertising industry. In his first official visit to the Advertising
Police Crackdown on “One Chance” Activities in FCT: 10 Vehicles Impounded
The Police Command in the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, said it had impounded 10 vehicles suspected to have been used for “one chance” activities in the territory. The Commissioner of Police, CP, in charge of the FCT, Haruna Garba, said this during a media briefing on Friday in Abuja. He said the vehicles were impounded
Nigerian Government Takes Action: 4 Filling Stations Sealed in Cross River
The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority, NMDPRA, on Friday, sealed no fewer than four filing stations over issues bordering on irregularities and operating without valid license. The regulatory authority sealed the stations during a two-day routine inspection across the state. NMDPRA officials visited over 50 filling stations during the exercise. The Regional Coordinator of
Davido Celebrates Arrival of Twins [VIDEO]
Afrobeats artiste Davido has welcomed a set of twins with his wife, Chioma.
Kano State Government Facilitates Joyful Union of 3,600 Couples in Colourful Event
The Kano State Government has conducted a mass wedding for 3,600 men and women across the 44 local government areas of the state. According to NAN, the wedding Fatihah was conducted at the palace of the Emir of Kano, Alhaji Aminu Bayero, on Friday. The beneficiaries were mainly young girls and boys, widows, divorcees, and
Adeniyi: Revolutionizing Nigeria Customs Service with Transparency and Innovation
The Ag. Comptroller General (CG), Nigerian Customs Service (NCS), Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, since assumption of office on 19 June, 2023, has embarked on a digital creative drive towards enhancing customs’ efficiency, which has manifested in visible and verifiable results. Through local and international collaborations, cutting-edge technologies such as robotic solutions, and, or Artificial Intelligence (AIs)
FG Plans 50% Subsidy for Wheat Farmers to Enhance Food Security
The Minister of Agriculture, Abubakar Kyari, has said that the Federal Government is giving a 50 per cent subsidy to wheat farmers across the country to ensure adequate food security. He said President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope agenda was aimed at making sure that Nigeria secured food production starting next month, with wheat given prominence in
Hezbollah Declares Readiness to Join Israel-Hamas Conflict
Hezbollah deputy chief Naim Qassem said on Friday that the group would not be swayed by calls for it to stay on the sidelines of the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, saying the party was “fully ready” to contribute to the fighting. “The behind-the-scenes calls with us by great powers, Arab countries, envoys of
Tinubu Approves Creation of Civil Service Commission for FCT
President Bola Tinubu has approved the establishment of Civil Service Commission for the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, to allow career progression for civil servants in the FCT Administration. The Minister of the FCT, Nyesom Wike, disclosed while briefing journalists in Abuja on Friday. Mr Wike said that in 2018, the National Assembly passed a Bill
Allow Supreme Court decide Tinubu’s certificate saga – LP’s Arabambi again tackles Obi
The crisis rocking the Labour Party (LP) appears not to have abated as a factional National Publicity Secretary of the […]
Cristiano Ronaldo Could Face Punishment for Breaking Iranian Laws
Portuguese captain, Cristiano Ronaldo may be punished for getting too cosy with a fan if he ever returns to Iran. According to Rouydad24, the Al-Nassr forward will face 99 lashes. The five-time Ballon d’Or winner met up with his fan, artist Fatima while travelling to Iran for an Asian Champions League match against local team
Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly Passes Bill on Financial Autonomy
The Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly has passed a bill for a law that allows it to manage funds accruing to it from the consolidated revenue fund of the state. The law was passed after the third reading on Thursday, October 12, 2023. The lead sponsor of the bill and Deputy Leader of the
Demolition of Houses and Illegal Structures in Sagamu: Ogun State Government Explains its Actions
Ogun State Government on Friday explained why it demolished buildings at the Ajegunle-Araromi community in Sagamu Local Government Area on Thursday. The government said the demolition exercise was mainly to remove illegal structures on acquired land. Media Talk Africa reported Thursday, that government officials invaded the Ajegunle-Araromi community with bulldozers to pull down structures, amid protest
I rejected offer in Saudi Arabia before taking Birmingham job – Rooney
Wayne Rooney said he rejected an offer to manage in the Saudi Pro League before choosing to take charge of Birmingham City. The former Manchester United and England striker, who previously coached DC United and Derby County, was appointed Birmingham manager on Wednesday with the club lying sixth in the second-tier Championship. Birmingham’s chief executive
NIMASA Act Amendment Bill Passes First Reading in the Senate
Sen. Wasiu Sanni, Chairman Senate Committee on Marine Transport, says the bill to amend the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency, NIMASA, Act has passed first reading on the floor of the Senate. Mr Sanni said this on Friday during a working visit by the committee to NIMASA operational offices in Lagos. He noted that
Guber Poll: 1,932,654 voters to participate in Kogi election – INEC
The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, says a total of one million, nine hundred and thirty-two thousand, six hundred and fifty four, (1,932,654) registered voters are expected to take part in the November 11th Governorship election in Kogi State. Resident Electoral Commissioner in charge of Kogi State, Gabriel Longpet stated this at the presentation of
Why Jada Pinkett Smith Declined Tupac Shakur’s Proposal
American actress and talk show host, Jada Pinkett Smith, said late rapper, Tupac Shakur, proposed to her while he was in jail but she declined. She said the late hip-hop star proposed to her because of the condition he was in then. Pinkett explained that she didn’t accept his proposal because she didn’t need to
