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Police foil Anambra kidnap, rescue victim
The Anambra State Police Command has foiled a kidnapping attempt by a gang suspected to be members of a secessionist group. In a statement on Saturday, the state Police Public Relations Officer, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, confirmed that one suspect was killed during a gun battle, while others fled with gunshot wounds. The incident occurred on
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The Anambra State Police Command has foiled a kidnapping attempt by a gang suspected to be members of a secessionist group. In a statement on Saturday, the state Police Public Relations Officer, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, confirmed that one suspect was killed during a gun battle, while others fled with gunshot wounds. The incident occurred on
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CAN urges transparency in Canaanland airstrip licence probe
The Christian Association of Nigeria has urged the House Committee on Aviation and Legislative Compliance to ensure a transparent and impartial investigation into the granting of an airstrip licence to the Living Faith Church Headquarters, popularly known as Canaanland, in Ota, Ogun State. Recall that in October, the Minister for Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus
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The Christian Association of Nigeria has urged the House Committee on Aviation and Legislative Compliance to ensure a transparent and impartial investigation into the granting of an airstrip licence to the Living Faith Church Headquarters, popularly known as Canaanland, in Ota, Ogun State. Recall that in October, the Minister for Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus
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Ogun trains automotive artisans on CNG conversion, maintenance
The Ogun State government has embarked on the training of automotive craftsmen across the three senatorial districts of the state in new techniques and technology in automotive mechatronics. The training, which was in conjunction with the World Bank funded Ogun State Economic Transformation Project (OGSTEP), involved no fewer than 40 automotive craftsmen in its first
Ogun trains automotive artisans on CNG conversion, maintenance
The Ogun State government has embarked on the training of automotive craftsmen across the three senatorial districts of the state in new techniques and technology in automotive mechatronics.
The training, which was in conjunction with the World Bank funded Ogun State Economic Transformation Project (OGSTEP), involved no fewer than 40 automotive craftsmen in its first phase.
The measure, according to the the Ogun State government, is to support and enhance the capacity of artisans in the automotive industry in the state.
The training also includes conversion of vehicle engines from petrol to Compressed Natural Gas(CNG). The CNG training component involves the design and installation of CNG fuel systems in compliance with all applicable safety codes and standards.
Speaking at one of the practical session, held at Abeokuta, the OGSTEP Skills Sector Project Manager, Mr. Fatai Osunsanya, said that the training program which started three months ago is aimed at upskilling the selected artisans with modern techniques and knowledge in auto maintenance as well as improve the relevance and access to the traditional apprentice training system.
The Project Manager said that the training covered, auto-mechatronics, auto-electrical, CNG Conversion, digital literacy, adult literacy and health and safety.
Mr Osunsanya further explained that the trainees were selected from all the mechanic clusters across the state to participate in the pilot training programme.
The Lead Facilitator, Mr. Osokoya Babatunde, stated that the CNG training initiative was not meant to eradicate the use of petrol but to serve as alternative for vehicles. He advised the participants to put into practice all the new learnings and skills they have learnt during the training programme.
Speaking on behalf of the trainees, Mr Haruna Akinfenwa from Abeokuta South Local Government and Mr Sulaimon Oyekanmi from Sagamu Local Government appreciated the organizers of the programme, promising to step down the training to others in their various clusters.
Ogun trains automotive artisans on CNG conversion, maintenance
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- November 30, 2024
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Lebanon: Clean up operations start in city of Nabatiyeh as residents return
Intense Israeli airstrikes over the past two months leveled entire neighborhoods in eastern and southern Lebanon, as well as the southern suburbs of Beirut, which are predominantly Shiite areas of…
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Tax reforms will drive economic growth, says Reps deputy spokesman
The deputy spokesman of the House of Representatives, Philip Agbese, has expressed confidence that Nigerians will recognise and appreciate the efforts of the Executive Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service, Zacchaeus Adedeji, for spearheading reforms aimed at revitalising the nation’s fiscal policy framework. According to him, these reforms are encapsulated in four tax bills
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The deputy spokesman of the House of Representatives, Philip Agbese, has expressed confidence that Nigerians will recognise and appreciate the efforts of the Executive Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service, Zacchaeus Adedeji, for spearheading reforms aimed at revitalising the nation’s fiscal policy framework. According to him, these reforms are encapsulated in four tax bills
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NSCDC partners Navy to tackle oil theft on Abia waterways
The Abia State Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defense Corps, NSCDC, Akinsola Aderemi has expressed the agency’s commitment to collaborate with other security outfits to combat oil theft in the state’s waterways. Aderemi stated this when he paid a courtesy visit to the Department of Nigerian Navy College of Accounts & Finance, Owerrinta,
NSCDC partners Navy to tackle oil theft on Abia waterways
The Abia State Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defense Corps, NSCDC, Akinsola Aderemi has expressed the agency’s commitment to collaborate with other security outfits to combat oil theft in the state’s waterways.
Aderemi stated this when he paid a courtesy visit to the Department of Nigerian Navy College of Accounts & Finance, Owerrinta, where he went to strengthen collaborations and improve the existing working relationship between the two agencies.
The NSCDC commandant stated that the partnership would foster peace and security across board.
Responding, the Xommandant of Nigerian Navy College of College of Accounts & Finance, Navy Captain O. A. Eyitayo, welcomed the NSCDC boss and assured him of unwavering support.
He noted that the Nigerian Navy and NSCDC have a smooth and cordial relationship that have spanned over years.
Captain Eyitayo expressed optimism that the fight against crude oil theft would be successfully won if the security agencies come together in one voice.
He relayed that despite the fact that NSCDC remains the lead agency in protection of critical Infrastructure, combating oil theft has become a collective assignment because oil is the main stay of Nigeria’s economy.
According to him, oil theft requires collaborative efforts both in the waterways and on land in order to forestall criminal activities.
NSCDC partners Navy to tackle oil theft on Abia waterways
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Why we passed Tinubu’s tax reform bills for second reading – Deputy Senate President
The Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau Jibrin has explained why the upper legislative chamber allowed the controversial tax reform bills to pass for second reading. Jibrin, in an interview with BBC Hausa, said it was to allow experts and all Nigerians to provide their input on the bills. Recall that President Bola Tinubu
Why we passed Tinubu’s tax reform bills for second reading – Deputy Senate President
The Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau Jibrin has explained why the upper legislative chamber allowed the controversial tax reform bills to pass for second reading.
Jibrin, in an interview with BBC Hausa, said it was to allow experts and all Nigerians to provide their input on the bills.
Recall that President Bola Tinubu had transmitted four tax reform bills to the National Assembly for consideration last month.
The move generated controversy with the northern governors and other stakeholders kicking against the tax reforms.
However, the Red Chamber on Thursday passed the four tax bills for second reading through voice votes.
Speaking to BBC Hausa Service on Friday, the Deputy Senate President said the senators passed the tax reform bills to give room for contributions from experts and Nigerians.
Why we passed Tinubu’s tax reform bills for second reading – Deputy Senate President
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- November 30, 2024
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Quays Lagos’ smoked chicken salad never disappoints
Ever since I tried the smoked chicken salad at Quays Lagos in early 2023, it has become my go-to recommendation. This salad features succulent smoked chicken, offering a rich, savoury…
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FG disburses N1.2bn loan to over 24, 000 beneficiaries in Delta
The Federal Government says it has disbursed over N1.2 billion to 24,104 beneficiaries of its grants and loan scheme across Delta State. The State Focal Person for the Presidential Grant and Loan scheme, Dr Isioma Okonta, who disclosed this on Friday at a townhall sensitisation in Asaba, the Delta State capital, thanked the Federal Government
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The Federal Government says it has disbursed over N1.2 billion to 24,104 beneficiaries of its grants and loan scheme across Delta State. The State Focal Person for the Presidential Grant and Loan scheme, Dr Isioma Okonta, who disclosed this on Friday at a townhall sensitisation in Asaba, the Delta State capital, thanked the Federal Government
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Minimum wage: Cross River workers set for strike
The organised labour in Cross River says it is set for an industrial action over the non-implementation of the new minimum wage in the state. The chairman of Trade Union Congress, TUC, in the state, Mr Monday Ogbodum, said this on Saturday in Calabar. The Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC, had fixed Sunday midnight for the
Minimum wage: Cross River workers set for strike
The organised labour in Cross River says it is set for an industrial action over the non-implementation of the new minimum wage in the state.
The chairman of Trade Union Congress, TUC, in the state, Mr Monday Ogbodum, said this on Saturday in Calabar.
The Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC, had fixed Sunday midnight for the commencement of the strike if the state government failed to implement the new minimum wage of N70, 000.
Ogbodum said except the Cross River government implements the new wage regime, there would be no going back on the industrial action.
According to him, the negotiation with the state government was still in progress. However, he said that will not stop them from joining the strike if the need arises.
“Yes, we are still in talk with the government. We had a meeting on Thursday and another one on Friday that ended late in the evening.
“There is going to be another meeting today (Saturday), but that is not to say things are well, though the government has shown some level of seriousness.
“Our position is that even if we sign any document or agreement today, that does not still amount to implementation,’’ he said.
Minimum wage: Cross River workers set for strike
