2nd term: Gov. Akeredolu to focus on agriculture, youth empowerment
Gov. Oluwarotimi Akeredolu of Ondo State says he plans to focus on agriculture and youth empowerment during his second term in office. Akeredolu said this at his inauguration for second…
Nigeria still the world’s leading producer of cassava – FG
The Federal Government on Wednesday in Bauchi declared that Nigeria is still the largest producer of cassava in the world. Mrs. Karima Babangida, Director, Federal Ministry of Agriculture, Abuja, made…
NHRC orders police to release woman’s corpse for proper burial
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) panel on Wednesday ordered the police to release the corpse of Ms. Ifeoma Abugu, who was allegedly murdered by operatives of the defunct Special…
Senate Confirms Abdulrasheed Bawa As New EFCC Boss
The Senate has confirmed Abdulrasheed Bawa as the new chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). His confirmation comes shortly after he appeared before the upper chamber for…
Edo Dry Port: Obaseki pledges govt’s support, speedy take-off
The Edo government on Wednesday pledged government’s support and speedy take-off of the AMES-Edo Inland Container Dry Port. Gov. Godwin Obaseki made the pledge when he paid an on-the-spot assessment…
LASTMA to probe extortion allegation, cautions motorists against offering bribes to Traffic Officers – General Manager
The General Manager, Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA), Mr. Olajide Oduyoye, has disclosed that the Agency will investigate an alleged extortion claim contained in a viral post on Facebook…
LASG Intensifies Inspection of Bottled, Sachet Water Facilities, seals water factories for substandard manufacturing practices
The Lagos State Water Regulatory Commission (LSWRC) has sealed some production factories engaged in packaged water production for falling short of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). Executive Secretary of LSWRC, Mrs….
We need to repatriate all our stolen assets for the benefit of Nigerians – Bawa says at Senate screening
The Senate is currently screening the nominee for the office of the Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Abdulrasheed Bawa. Mr. Bawa was accompanied into the Senate…
Eight women released as another group of bandits embrace peace in Zamfara
Eight kidnap victims have been released by some ‘repentant bandits’ following the peace initiative to bring an end to violent conflicts and to restore peace and stability in Zamfara State….
Akeredolu sworn-in for second term
Ondo State Governor, Rotimi Akeredolu has been sworn in for a second term in office. Akeredolu took the oath of office during the inauguration ceremony currently holding at the International…