Airports’ e-gates aided arrest of 10 INTERPOL wanted persons -Minister
The Minister for Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has disclosed that the operation of the e-gate system at five of the international airports in the country has resulted in the capture of 10 persons of interest in a few days. The minister stated this when he appeared as a guest on Channels Television’e Politics Today, on Thursday
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The Minister for Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has disclosed that the operation of the e-gate system at five of the international airports in the country has resulted in the capture of 10 persons of interest in a few days. The minister stated this when he appeared as a guest on Channels Television’e Politics Today, on Thursday
Late Osun monarch’s family, chiefs trade words over alleged extortion
The family of the immediate past Owa Obokun of Ijesaland, late Oba Gabriel Aromolaran, has accused members of the Owa-in-Council of acting contrary to the values of communal harmony and integrity the departed monarch was known for. The allegation was contained in a statement titled: ‘Response to various publications concerning the just concluded celebration of
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The family of the immediate past Owa Obokun of Ijesaland, late Oba Gabriel Aromolaran, has accused members of the Owa-in-Council of acting contrary to the values of communal harmony and integrity the departed monarch was known for. The allegation was contained in a statement titled: ‘Response to various publications concerning the just concluded celebration of
New president sworn in as Somaliland seeks international standing
Somaliland, the breakaway region of Somalia, inaugurated its new president following last month’s election, which strengthened its quest for international recognition.Read More
Police arrest notorious interstate kidnap suspect in Kwara
The Kwara State Police Command has arrested an interstate notorious kidnapper identified as Mohammed Bello aka Dandolo. Bello suspected to be the brain behind many kidnappings in Kwara and Kogi states was arrested in the Patigi Local Government Area of Kwara state on Tuesday. A statement by Ejire-Adeyemi Toun, Police Public Relations Officer in the
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The Kwara State Police Command has arrested an interstate notorious kidnapper identified as Mohammed Bello aka Dandolo. Bello suspected to be the brain behind many kidnappings in Kwara and Kogi states was arrested in the Patigi Local Government Area of Kwara state on Tuesday. A statement by Ejire-Adeyemi Toun, Police Public Relations Officer in the
Niger gov presents N1.5trn 2025 budget to assembly
Niger State Governor Mohammed Bago has presented the 2025 budget estimates of N1.5 trillion before the State House of Assembly. The governor dubbed the 2025 budget “Budget of Hope for Sustainability and Food Security,” saying the title reflects “Our deliberate focus on ensuring a sustainable and secure future for all Nigerlites.” Bago made the budget
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Niger State Governor Mohammed Bago has presented the 2025 budget estimates of N1.5 trillion before the State House of Assembly. The governor dubbed the 2025 budget “Budget of Hope for Sustainability and Food Security,” saying the title reflects “Our deliberate focus on ensuring a sustainable and secure future for all Nigerlites.” Bago made the budget
ECOWAS finalises framework for $75m renewable energy facility
The Economic Community of West African States has finalised the framework for a $75m Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Facility. The announcement was made by the President of the ECOWAS, Dr. Omar Touray, during the 93rd Ordinary Session of the ECOWAS Council of Ministers in Abuja, on Thursday. According to Touray, the facility aims to
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The Economic Community of West African States has finalised the framework for a $75m Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Facility. The announcement was made by the President of the ECOWAS, Dr. Omar Touray, during the 93rd Ordinary Session of the ECOWAS Council of Ministers in Abuja, on Thursday. According to Touray, the facility aims to
NEC approves RMAFC’s new funding plan, legislative amendments
The National Economic Council, on Thursday, approved the Revenue Mobilisation, Allocation and Fiscal Commission’s request to seek a National Assembly amendment to its existing Act and to provide an alternative funding source for the Commission. This includes approval for 0.05 per cent of non-oil federation revenue as an alternative funding source for the Commission. The
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The National Economic Council, on Thursday, approved the Revenue Mobilisation, Allocation and Fiscal Commission’s request to seek a National Assembly amendment to its existing Act and to provide an alternative funding source for the Commission. This includes approval for 0.05 per cent of non-oil federation revenue as an alternative funding source for the Commission. The
NCDMB, Julius Berger sign contract for museum project in Bayelsa
The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board, on Thursday, signed the engineering, procurement, and construction contract with Julius Berger PLC for the development of the Oloibiri Museum and Research Centre. The museum is to be located in Otuabagi, Ogbia Local Government Area of Bayelsa State. A statement released by the NCDMB Corporate Communications Department disclosed
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The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board, on Thursday, signed the engineering, procurement, and construction contract with Julius Berger PLC for the development of the Oloibiri Museum and Research Centre. The museum is to be located in Otuabagi, Ogbia Local Government Area of Bayelsa State. A statement released by the NCDMB Corporate Communications Department disclosed
Iranian singer performs in online concert without hijab
An Iranian singer was hailed as a hero by supporters on Thursday but faced prosecution after giving an online concert not wearing the hijab in defiance of the Islamic dress…
Bago presents N1.5tr 2025 budget to Niger Assembly
Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago, has presented N1.5trillion 2025 budget to the House of Assembly. The budget tagged, “Budget of Hope for Sustainability and Food Security” was presented by…