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- Niger Delta: A paradox awaiting resolution, By Sam Akpe
The article discusses the unresolved challenges in the Niger Delta region and highlights Chief Ndutimi Alaibe's deep understanding and proposed solutions. It emphasizes the need for coherent strategies to address the region's issues.
- FG debunks alleged attack on FGGC Monguno, assures parents of students’ safety
The Federal Government (FG) has denied reports of an attack on Federal Government Girls College (FGGC) Monguno, confirming the safety of all students, staff, and boarding facilities. Mr. Alausa, a government official, assured parents that there was no incident and all individuals are accounted for.
- NAFDAC intercepts two tankers meant for edible vegetable oil conveying diesel in Lagos
NAFDAC intercepted two tankers in Lagos that were supposed to carry edible vegetable oil but were found to be loaded with diesel, violating food safety regulations.
- JUST IN: Tinubu appoints Fayose, 28 others into top positions
President Tinubu appointed Ayodele Fayose and 28 others to top positions. Abuh Mohammed was named Director-General of the National Population Commission.
- MTN warns customers against fake promo
MTN warned customers against clicking on a link in a fake online promotion and advised them not to share personal information on third-party websites. The warning was published by Premium Times Nigeria.
- NUPRC to hold commercial bid conference for 50 oil, gas blocks
The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) will hold a commercial bid conference for 50 oil and gas blocks. The evaluation will consider parameters such as signature bonus, work programme commitment, and performance security.
- NDLEA arrests couple, seizes 412kg of cannabis
The NDLEA command in Edo arrested a couple and seized 412kg of cannabis during a raid on a suspected drug warehouse located in a residential building along Sapele Road.
- At 65, Peter Obi reflects on service, donates N10m to rural hospital
At 65, Peter Obi celebrated his birthday by attending a thanksgiving Mass in Onitsha and donating N10 million to a rural hospital. The donation was part of his birthday activities, expressing gratitude for his life's blessings.
- FCCPC resumes digital lending regulations as court upholds powers
The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has resumed enforcing digital lending regulations in Nigeria after a court upheld its authority. The ruling enables the FCCPC to implement rules designed to ensure responsible lending and protect borrowers in the digital lending sector.
- SSS vows to appeal life sentences on two terrorist commanders, seeks death penalty
The SSS has vowed to appeal the life sentences given to two Ansaru commanders, deeming the punishment too lenient for their alleged crimes and seeking the death penalty instead.
- Fake Agency Scandal: ICPC questions Gbajabiamila
President Bola Tinubu ordered the ICPC to investigate a fake agency scandal involving Gbajabiamila. The ICPC is currently questioning Gbajabiamila in connection to the scandal.
- UNIPORT dissolves Students’ Union; NANS condemns action
UNIPORT has dissolved its Students’ Union without disclosing the reasons for the action or the specific issues under investigation. NANS has condemned the dissolution. The News Agency of Nigeria reported the development.
- Insecurity: Lawmaker urges Tinubu to confer national honours on military chiefs
Nigerian lawmaker Philip Agbese has urged President Bola Tinubu to confer national honours on military chiefs following recent operations in Oyo and Borno states. The recognition is intended to boost the morale of security personnel.
- Protest over killing of two women in Plateau
A protest erupted in Plateau over the killing of two women, whose bodies were found behind the Jos South Local Government Secretariat in the early hours of Monday.
- Oando, community disagree over oil spill investigation result
Oando and a local community disagree over the results of an oil spill investigation. The spill occurred on 25 June along Oando’s six-inch Azuzuama-Tebidaba flow line in the Southern Ijaw Local Government Area of Bayelsa.
- Lagos pays N3.1bn compensation to 331 property owners affected by infrastructure projects
Lagos state government paid N3.1 billion in compensation to 331 property owners affected by infrastructure projects. The governor stated the compensation aligns with the state's commitment to fair treatment for residents impacted by public infrastructure developments.
- Police foil suspected cult attack on Rivers trader
Police prevented a suspected cult attack on a trader in Rivers, where the trader was inflicted with multiple machete cuts before officers arrived. A witness reported the incident.
- FG, NASS support complementary roles for regulators in multi-tier electricity market
The Federal Government (FG) and the National Assembly (NASS) support complementary regulatory roles in Nigeria's multi-tier electricity market. Questions about regulatory boundaries, market oversight, technical standards, and commercial arrangements have emerged as federal and state institutions assume their responsibilities.
- Court jails three drug offenders in Enugu
A court in Enugu jailed three drug offenders after considering their guilty pleas, first-time offender status, non-commercial drug quantities, and absence of aggravating factors. Justice M.T. Segun-Bello presided over the sentencing.
- Enugu govt to distribute agric inputs for 63,000 farmers
The Enugu government announced plans to distribute agricultural inputs to 63,000 farmers and approved the employment of 4,698 additional teachers for Smart Green Schools in the state.
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