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Governor Fubara Pledges Crackdown on Fake IT Professionals in Rivers State—Mandates NCS Certification for Civil Servants
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has declared war on quackery in the Information Technology (IT) sector, throwing his full support behind the Nigeria Computer Society (NCS) to ensure only certified IT professionals operate within the state’s civil service.
Speaking at … Continue Reading
Breaking: Nigeria’s CJN Ariwoola Retires—Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun to Make History as His Successor
In a significant turn of events, Justice Olukayode Ariwoola has officially retired as the Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN) today, August 22, 2024, upon reaching the mandatory retirement age of 70.
Ariwoola, who has served as Nigeria’s 22nd CJN, … Continue Reading
Equatorial Guinea President’s Son Faces Trial for Illegally Selling National Airline’s Aircraft
Prosecutors are pushing for an 18-year prison sentence and a fine of 500 million CFA Francs ($847,000), according to AFP.
Ruslan Obiang Nsue, the son of Equatorial Guinea’s President, appeared in a Malabo court on Monday, where he admitted … Continue Reading
[VIDEO] NAFDAC Seizes 3 Petrol Tankers Transporting Vegetable Oil in Lagos
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has confiscated three petrol tankers found transporting edible oil in Lagos State. The seizure occurred in the Apapa area, following a tip-off.
Sokoto Governor Approves N300m Monthly for 2024 Retirees’ Gratuity
Sokoto State Governor Ahmad Aliyu has authorized the immediate release of N300 million per month for the payment of gratuities to civil servants who retired in 2024.
The directive ensures that retirees from January 2024 to the present will benefit … Continue Reading
BREAKING: Federal Government Increases Nigerian Passport Fees Effective September 1
The Federal Government has announced a hike in the fees for Nigerian passports, effective from September 1, 2024. The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) spokesman, DCI Kenneth Udo, confirmed this development on Wednesday, citing the need to maintain … Continue Reading
Kwankwaso’s Nephew, Others Busted in Explosive ₦347 Million Drug Scam—Shocking Details Emerge
Top Kano Officials Busted in Multi-Million Naira Drug Scam—Governor Orders Immediate Probe
In a shocking development, the Kano State Public Complaints and Anti-Corruption Commission (PCACC) has arrested five high-ranking officials, including Kwankwaso’s Nephew, Alhaji Mohammed Kabara, the Permanent … Continue Reading
Terrorists Demand N60m and Motorcycles for Release of Murdered Traditional Ruler’s Body in Sokoto State
The terrorists responsible for the brutal killing of Alhaji Isa Muhammad Bawa, the Sarkin Gobir of Gatawa District in Sokoto State, have issued a chilling demand.
They are requesting a ransom of N60 million and five motorcycles in exchange for … Continue Reading
NYSC Warns Nigerian graduates against illegal migration abroad
The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has issued a stern warning to young graduates in Nigeria about the dangers associated with illegal migration, which could lead to serious consequences such as detention, financial losses, and physical harm.
This caution comes … Continue Reading
NAFDAC Launches Three-Day Operation to Seize Fake Milo in Bauchi Markets
The National Agency for Food and Drugs Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has initiated a three-day operation aimed at removing counterfeit Milo chocolate drinks from markets across Bauchi State.
The Bauchi office of NAFDAC announced that the operation, which targets markets … Continue Reading