Contractors lacking needed equipment will lose contract, Umahi warns
Minister of Works, David Umahi, has warned contractors handling government projects sternly, emphasising that any contractor lacking the necessary equipment promised in their bid will face contract termination. Umahi said this during a stakeholders’ meeting to address ongoing developments on the Lagos-Calabar highway, which aired live on NTA on Sunday. Umahi said, “Any contractor that
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Minister of Works, David Umahi, has warned contractors handling government projects sternly, emphasising that any contractor lacking the necessary equipment promised in their bid will face contract termination. Umahi said this during a stakeholders’ meeting to address ongoing developments on the Lagos-Calabar highway, which aired live on NTA on Sunday. Umahi said, “Any contractor that
Zulum proposes Chinese leadership model for Nigeria
Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum, has proposed that Nigeria consider adopting the Chinese model of leadership selection, which emphasizes a structured, merit-based system over traditional elections. The governor made this suggestion at the 24th National Conference of the Nigerian Institute of Agricultural Engineers held at the Nigerian Society of Engineers headquarters in Abuja, according to
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Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum, has proposed that Nigeria consider adopting the Chinese model of leadership selection, which emphasizes a structured, merit-based system over traditional elections. The governor made this suggestion at the 24th National Conference of the Nigerian Institute of Agricultural Engineers held at the Nigerian Society of Engineers headquarters in Abuja, according to
Olmo fires Barca past Espanyol as Simeone’s son strikes for Atletico
Dani Olmo scored twice on his first start as he comes back from injury as Barcelona beat local rivals Espanyol 3-1 on Sunday to move nine points clear at the top of La Liga. Earlier Atletico Madrid eased to a 2-0 win over Las Palmas and moved third, with coach Diego Simeone’s son Giuliano netting
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Dani Olmo scored twice on his first start as he comes back from injury as Barcelona beat local rivals Espanyol 3-1 on Sunday to move nine points clear at the top of La Liga. Earlier Atletico Madrid eased to a 2-0 win over Las Palmas and moved third, with coach Diego Simeone’s son Giuliano netting
Israel-Hamas conflict: Death toll reaches 43,341 amid escalating violence
The Health Ministry in Hamas-controlled Gaza reported on Sunday that the death toll in the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict has reached 43,341. This figure includes an additional 27 fatalities recorded in the past 24 hours as violence persists. Since the conflict’s outbreak on October 7, 2023, when Hamas militants launched a surprise assault on Israel, the
Israel-Hamas conflict: Death toll reaches 43,341 amid escalating violence
The Health Ministry in Hamas-controlled Gaza reported on Sunday that the death toll in the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict has reached 43,341.
This figure includes an additional 27 fatalities recorded in the past 24 hours as violence persists.
Since the conflict’s outbreak on October 7, 2023, when Hamas militants launched a surprise assault on Israel, the Gaza Strip has experienced intense hostilities.
According to the Health Ministry, more than 102,105 persons have been wounded as airstrikes and ground operations continue.
Israel-Hamas conflict: Death toll reaches 43,341 amid escalating violence
NPFL: Insurance dim Sunshine, Remo edge Lobi to go top
Bendel Insurance bounced back from their recent loss to Abia Warriors with a thrilling 2-1 victory over Sunshine Stars at Otunba Dipo Dina Stadium in Ijebu-Ode. Kayode Oke’s 17th-minute opener was cancelled out by Sodiq Ibrahim’s equalizer, but Anamdi Anthony’s 60th-minute strike sealed the win for Insurance, propelling them to 11th in the standings.
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Bendel Insurance bounced back from their recent loss to Abia Warriors with a thrilling 2-1 victory over Sunshine Stars at Otunba Dipo Dina Stadium in Ijebu-Ode. Kayode Oke’s 17th-minute opener was cancelled out by Sodiq Ibrahim’s equalizer, but Anamdi Anthony’s 60th-minute strike sealed the win for Insurance, propelling them to 11th in the standings.
NPFL: Musa Scores Winner For Pillars, Ikorodu City End Rivers United’s Unbeaten Run
Ahmed Musa netted the winning goal as Kano Pillars defeated Plateau United 2-1 at the Muhammadu Dikko Stadium on Sunday. Gafar Saka gave Plateau United the lead in the 66th…
Lightning kills 14 at Uganda refugee camp
At least 14 people, including several children, were killed in a Ugandan refugee camp when lightning hit a makeshift church, officials said Sunday. Around 50 people were praying in the church in Palabek refugee camp in northern Uganda on Saturday evening when a heavy storm hit the area, police said. Fourteen people died when lightning
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At least 14 people, including several children, were killed in a Ugandan refugee camp when lightning hit a makeshift church, officials said Sunday. Around 50 people were praying in the church in Palabek refugee camp in northern Uganda on Saturday evening when a heavy storm hit the area, police said. Fourteen people died when lightning
UNIZIK, education ministry bicker over VC’s appointment
Confusion is currently brewing at the Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State, following a disagreement between the authorities of the university and the Federal Ministry of Education over the appointment of the Vice-Chancellor of the institution. Recall that the governing council of UNIZIK, led by Greg Mbadiwe, had on Tuesday, appointed Prof Benard Odoh as
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Confusion is currently brewing at the Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State, following a disagreement between the authorities of the university and the Federal Ministry of Education over the appointment of the Vice-Chancellor of the institution. Recall that the governing council of UNIZIK, led by Greg Mbadiwe, had on Tuesday, appointed Prof Benard Odoh as
C’River LG poll: APC wins eight council seats
The All Progressives Congress in Cross River State has clinched eight Local Government councils as the State Independent Electoral Commission released the first batch of results of the November 2, 2024 LG polls. The party won in Abi, Akamkpa, Akpabuyo, Bakassi, Bekwarra, Etung, Obudu and Odukpani in the results which were announced by the CROSIEC
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The All Progressives Congress in Cross River State has clinched eight Local Government councils as the State Independent Electoral Commission released the first batch of results of the November 2, 2024 LG polls. The party won in Abi, Akamkpa, Akpabuyo, Bakassi, Bekwarra, Etung, Obudu and Odukpani in the results which were announced by the CROSIEC
Our petrol is cheaper, sells at N990/litre for trucks – Dangote Refinery
The Dangote Petroleum Refinery says its ex-depot price of petrol is N990 per litre for trucks and N960 for ships. read more Our petrol is cheaper, sells at N990/litre for…