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The Presidency has officially requested an investigation into the civil service framework to identify and eliminate individuals described as “moles” allegedly loyal to the main opposition, the People’s Democratic Party (PDP). These individuals are suspected of being responsible for the unauthorized disclosure of classified documents, posing a threat to the security of sensitive information. The…
In a significant escalation of tensions, the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress of Nigeria (TUC) have issued a 14-day nationwide strike notice to the Federal Government. The move comes as a response to the perceived failure of the government to fulfill the 16-point agreement reached with organized labor on October 2,…
The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) revealed on Tuesday that it issued a staggering 2,141,300 passports in the year 2023. The Controller-General of NIS, Caroline Wura-Ola Adepoju, disclosed this information during a diaspora virtual lecture series organized by the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM), with the theme, “New Passport Policy/Processes for Nigerians in the Diaspora Confirmation.”…
In a decisive move, the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has officially banned the production of alcoholic beverages in sachets less than 200ml. The enforcement of this prohibition commenced on February 1, 2024, following the expiration of the five-year window granted to manufacturers to cease the production of such drinks…
The candidate of the People’s Democratic Party, PDP, for the February 3, 2024 re-run election in Igbo-Eze North/Udenu Federal Constituency, Simon Atigwe, has called on voters to be law-abiding during the election.
Enugu state Government has commended the 82 Division of the Nigerian Army for its commitment in ensuring peace and security of lives and properties in the state, assuring continous partnership with the Nigerian Army and other security operatives. The State Governor, Dr Peter Mbah, who gave the assurance, weekend, during the 2023 West African Social…
In a bid to enhance environmental cleanliness and curb improper waste disposal, the Enugu State Government has implemented a ban on dumpster scavenging across the state. The Commissioner for Environment and Climate Change, Sam Ugwu, announced this measure on Wednesday, emphasizing the need for responsible waste handling. Commissioner Ugwu warned against the improper disposal of…
In a significant move to address the persistent challenges of insurgency and banditry in Northern Nigeria, President Bola Tinubu has given his approval for the “Pulaaku Initiative.” Vice President Kashim Shettima announced this groundbreaking non-kinetic solution during his opening address at a two-day Roundtable on Insecurity in Northern Nigeria. The initiative, backed by an initial…
In response to recent speculations, the Presidency has firmly denied any plans to move the Federal Capital from Abuja to Lagos. Bayo Onanuga, the Special Adviser on Information and Strategy to President Bola Tinubu, categorically rejected the rumors, asserting that they initially surfaced during last year’s campaign as a tactic by political opponents to undermine…
In a diplomatic overture, United States Secretary of State Anthony Blinken embarked on a pivotal visit to Nigeria, engaging in discussions that spanned a spectrum of critical subjects. The multifaceted dialogue covered areas such as food security, pharmaceuticals, climate action, blue economy development, science and technology, and regional security concerns within Nigeria and the broader…