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Mar

01

2024

Abia Govt. Dismissed as fake, the news of suing FG, President Tinubu.

NewsAbia State, Alex Otti, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Federal government, Politics

IGNORE FAKE NEWS ABOUT GOV OTTI SUING FEDERAL GOVERNMENT, PRESIDENT TINUBU Abia State Government’s attention has been drawn to a fake report trending on social media, especially X (formerly Twitter), that the Governor had sued the Nigerian Government and President Bola Tinubu at the International Criminal Court (ICC). The fake news claims that Governor Otti sued the Federal Republic of Nigeria and President Tinubu for allegedly refusing to grant the request of the Abia Governor to establish a seaport as well as an international airport in Abia. Another part of the badly stringed and concocted report alleges that Governor Otti…

Feb

29

2024

By David Okoye

Scavengers Arrested for Stealing Security Lights in Abuja

Lifestyle, Metro, NewsAbuja, Crime, FCT, Metro, Security

Two men, Hamza Naziru (18) and Mohammed Muritala (22), appeared before the Karu Upper Area Court in Abuja on Thursday, facing charges of stealing security lights. The defendants, who identified themselves as scavengers, were accused of criminal conspiracy, criminal trespass, mischief, and theft but pleaded not guilty. According to the prosecution counsel, Ayotunde Adeyanju, the case was reported by a retired soldier residing in Karu, Abuja, who alleged that the defendants unlawfully entered his property and removed security lights mounted on his fence. The incident occurred on February 12, leading to the defendants' arrest after attempting to steal additional lights.…

Feb

29

2024

By David Okoye

Lagos Red Line Rail Project Inaugurated: A Blueprint for State Collaboration

NewsLagos State, Next Level

In a momentous event, President Bola Tinubu inaugurated Lagos State’s Red Line rail project, heralding a new era of urban transportation. Transport Minister Sa’id Alkali lauded the collaborative efforts between the federal and Lagos governments, urging other states to replicate this model. Alkali emphasized the project's significance in enhancing the nation’s economy and well-being, highlighting the potential for increased connectivity and mobility. He urged state governors to emulate Lagos' approach, stressing the importance of joint initiatives in infrastructure development. Chinese Ambassador Cui Jianchun commended Nigeria for facilitating the completion of the Blue Line project, emphasizing its contribution to the nation’s…

Feb

29

2024

By David Okoye

Nigerian Lawmakers Propose Mandatory Drug Testing for Secondary School Students

Education, Health, Lifestyle, Metro, News, PoliticsHealth, Healthcare, Metro, National Assembly, Politics, Representatives

The House of Representatives has passed a motion calling for the introduction of mandatory drug testing for secondary school students across Nigeria. Initiated by Moshood Oshun (APC-Lagos), the motion highlights adolescence as a critical period susceptible to various influences, including experimental curiosity and peer pressure. Oshun emphasized the importance of youth in national development and expressed concern over the rising prevalence of substance abuse among them. Citing studies, he noted that one in every four students aged 15 to 19 in Nigeria engages in substance abuse, with codeine-containing syrup and tramadol being the most commonly abused drugs. The motion advocates…

Feb

29

2024

By David Okoye

Senate Confirms Four Nominees to CBN Board of Directors

News, PoliticsCBN, Finance, Politics, Senate

The Senate has confirmed the appointment of four individuals, Robert Agbede, Ado Wanka, Murtala Sagagi, and Muslimat Olanike, to serve as members of the board of directors of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). This decision follows the adoption of the Senate Committee on Banking, Insurance, and Other Financial Institutions' report during the Committee of the Whole session. Chairman of the committee, Abiru Adetounboi, reported that four out of the five nominees underwent the screening process, with Urum Eke being the exception as he did not appear. The nomination process adhered to the relevant sections of the Central Bank of…