FRSC to Collaborate with NBA for Prosecution of Drivers Assaulting Officers
The Corps Marshal of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Shehu Mohammed, has said that the Corp will partner with the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) to ensure that drivers who assault or knock down FRSC officers are prosecuted. Speaking on Classic 94.3 FM Abuja during the station’s six-year anniversary celebration, Mohammed underscored the agency’s commitment […]
FG Health Reforms Attract $4.8 Billion in Potential Investments
Vice President Kashim Shettima has revealed that the federal government’s health sector reforms have attracted over $4.8 billion in potential investments, signaling a strong commitment to revitalizing Nigeria’s healthcare system. Shettima who made the disclosure while he declared the Sahad Hospital in Abuja officially open, restated the administration’s commitment towards addressing longstanding challenges and propel Nigeria’s […]
Military Arrests 71 for Crude Oil Theft in August
In a bid to eradicate crude oil theft in the country, the military high command has said that it is monitoring the Prosecution of culprits perpetrating crude oil theft just as it arrested 71 persons involved in crude oil theft in the month of August alone. The Director Defence Media Operations (DDMO) Maj. Gen. Edward […]
INEC announces September 12th for Edo Governorship Polls Peace Accord Signing
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced Thursday, September 12, 2024, for the signing of the Peace Accord ahead of the Edo State Governorship election. INEC Chairman, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, who disclosed this during an extraordinary meeting with political parties in Abuja, said the signing which will take place in Benin City, Edo state, will […]
President Tinubu Departs For China On Official Visit
President Bola Tinubu will depart Abuja for Beijing, China, Thursday, August 29, on an official visit. President Tinubu will have a brief layover in the United Arab Emirates before proceeding to the People’s Republic of China. According to the Special Adviser to the President, (Media & Publicity), Ajuri Ngelale, the President will meet with President […]
France Hosts First Paralympic Games In 2024
A spectacular opening ceremony marked the start of the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games, as athletes Paraded along the iconic Champs-Elysees to Place de la Concorde, in glorious conditions. The first of 11 days of sporting action takes place on Thursday as France hosts a summer Paralympic Games for the first time. About 4,400 athletes from a record 168 delegations are set to take part in the 22 Paralympic sports, competing for a total of 549 gold medals in Paris.
FG, ASUU Meet September 6 To Avert Strike
The Federal Government and Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) have reached a compromise to avert the strike threatened by the union. At the end of a meeting yesterday by both parties, a sub-committee was set up to review ASUU’s demands and ensure that all grey areas are ironed out and resolved while the government promised to ensure lasting solutions to the crisis. Briefing newsmen at the end of the closed door meeting, Minister of Education, Prof Tahir Mamman said both parties agreed to reconvene on Sept. 6, while on his part, the ASUU National President, prof. Emmanuel Osodeke expressed hope that all issues would be resolved before the Sept. 6 meeting.
NCC Sets Final NIN-SIM Linkage Deadline
The Nigerian Communications Commission has announced Sept. 14 as final deadline for National Identity Number and Subscriber Identity Module (NIN-SIM) linkage. Its Director of Public Affairs, Dr Reuben Muoka, who disclosed this in a statement yesterday, said about 153 million SIMs had been successfully linked to NINs, reflecting an impressive compliance rate of 96 percent, adding that it recorded a substantial increase from 69.7 per cent in January 2024. He urged members of the public who have not completed their NIN-SIM linkage, or who have faced issues due to verification mismatches, to visit their service providers promptly to update their details before the deadline, and also reminded the public that the sale and purchase of pre-registered SIMs are criminal offences, punishable by imprisonment and fines.
NFF appoints New Head Coach Of Super Eagles
Nigeria Football Federation has appointed German tactician, Bruno Labbadia, to become the Head Coach of the Super Eagles. NFF’s General Secretary, Dr. Mohammed Sanusi, who announced this today, said Labbadia’s appointment is with immediate effect. The 58-year-old, who is the sixth German to lead the Super Eagles, is to take charge of the three-time African champions for two 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matches against Benin Republic on Saturday, September 7th in Uyo, and Rwanda on Tuesday, September 10th in Kigali. The NFF is expected to hand over a list of 40 players to Labbadia, as provisional squad for the upcoming qualifiers.
Call For Stiffer Punishment For Rape, Sexual Abuse & GBV Crimes
Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu has called for the appropriation and enforcement of stiffer laws and punishment for perpetrators of rape, sexual abuse and other forms of gender-based violence. The First Lady who made the call at the 1st gender and Social Norms Summit organized by the United Nations Population Fund, UNFPA in collaboration with her office, bemoaned the alarming increased rate of rape cases and gender based violence in the country. The prevalence of harmful practices such as Female Genital Mutilation, child marriage, which, in some cases, leads to Vesicovaginal Fistula (VVF) and other forms of violence against girls and women remain unacceptably high.
