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The Federal Government is set to tackle the issue of flooding along the Abuja-Lokoja highway by constructing a flyover at the problematic Koton Karfe section. The decision was announced by Minister of Works, David Umahi, during an inspection of ongoing construction works on the road, shortly after his assumption of office. Umahi, accompanied by Kogi…
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has expressed his concern over the state of affairs in the nation’s capital, Abuja. In response, he has directed top officials of the administration to improve their performance or consider redeployment to other positions. Minister Wike’s call comes in light of growing concerns about issues…
Enugu State Governor, Dr. Peter Mbah, has praised Master Ernest Ifeanyichukwu Ofoama for his outstanding achievement as the top scorer in Enugu State during the 2023 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). In a ceremony at the Government House, Enugu, Governor Mbah expressed his pleasure at the academic excellence demonstrated by the 18-year-old student and assured…
The New Development Bank (NDB), popularly known as the BRICS Development Bank, has unveiled plans to issue approximately 30% of its loans in South African rand and Brazilian real, signaling a strategic shift to reduce its reliance on the US dollar. This move aims to diversify lending practices and minimize exchange rate risks for member…
Abia State University has announced its decision to discontinue the issuance of statements of results for all Programmes offered by the university. The move was part of the institution’s effort to streamline administrative processes and align with global standards. The decision was communicated in a memorandum dated August 1, 2023, signed by the Vice Chancellor,…
A captivating image has surfaced on social media, capturing the attention of people around the world. The photograph features the ‘Mary Mother of Jesus Christ Mosque’ located in the vibrant city of Dubai. This mosque, previously known as the Shaikh Mohammad Bin Zayed mosque in Al Mushrif, Abu Dhabi, has undergone a transformation that speaks…
In a move aimed at initiating key leadership changes, President Bola Tinubu has instructed the Director-General/CEO of the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC), Engr. Aliyu Abubakar Aziz, to embark on a 90-day pre-retirement leave. The directive, effective from August 24, 2023, signifies the eventual retirement of Engr. Aziz from service on November 24, 2023. This…
In a devastating incident that has sent shockwaves through Port Harcourt, Rivers State, tragedy struck as five billboard installers lost their lives due to electrocution. The unfortunate incident occurred during an attempt to install a metal signpost at the Rumuosi axis of the East West Road. According to preliminary reports, the fatal incident unfolded when…
The African Union (AU) has announced the suspension of Niger from all its institutions and activities in response to the recent coup that unfolded in the country. The decision aims to exert pressure on the military junta and facilitate the restoration of constitutional order. The AU’s move comes after the military junta in Niger failed…
Diezani Alison-Madueke Faces Bribery Charges in UK The former Nigerian Minister of Petroleum, Diezani Alison-Madueke, has been charged with bribery offenses by the UK police. The charges stem from suspicions that she accepted bribes in return for awarding multi-million-pound oil and gas contracts, according to a report by Reuters. Diezani Alison-Madueke, 63, served as the…