Registration of Land Vendors in Yobe State Ordered by Governor Buni
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Registration of Land Vendors in Yobe State Ordered by Governor Buni

Yobe State Geographic Information Service, YOGIS, has been directed by Governor Mai Mala Buni to register all land vendors currently operating within the state. During the official launch of the new digital process for land administration and management, Governor Buni issued this directive on Thursday. The purpose of this action is to combat the issues of land-grabbing, racketeering, and scams prevalent in the state. "To address the problems associated with land-grabbing, racketeering, and scams, I hereby instruct that all land vendors must undergo registration to ensure proper documentation and security measures before they can operate," he mandated. Additionally, Governor Buni directed filling stations, hotels, bakeries, water factories, private schools, corner shops, and othe...
Erik ten Hag Expresses Joy for Sancho’s Success
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Erik ten Hag Expresses Joy for Sancho’s Success

After a remarkable display by Jadon Sancho for Borussia Dortmund against Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League semi-final first-leg tie, Manchester United manager, Erik ten Hag, expressed his happiness for the player. Sancho had a falling out with Ten Hag earlier in the season due to issues with his training performance, which led to him being sidelined from Manchester United. However, since returning to Dortmund on loan, the English star has regained his top form. In Dortmund's 1-0 victory over Paris Saint-Germain, Sancho played a significant role, impressing many with his performance. Prior to Manchester United's upcoming match against Crystal Palace, Ten Hag, commenting on Sancho's recent success, stated: "Let's acknowledge his excellent performance yesterday; he is unde...
Graeme Souness calls out Salah for being ‘selfish’
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Graeme Souness calls out Salah for being ‘selfish’

Renowned Liverpool figure Graeme Souness recently expressed his opinion that Mohamed Salah is amongst the most self-centered players in the game. During an episode of William Hill’s Three Up Front podcast, Souness also suggested that Salah might depart from Liverpool this upcoming summer. Following a sideline dispute with manager Jurgen Klopp in the recent 2-2 draw against West Ham, doubts have arisen about the 31-year-old's future with the club. Souness remarked, “Salah's level of self-interest is unparalleled in my experience. Even in the lead-up to that match, every time Klopp substitutes him, he displays dissatisfaction.” “This is the sort of mentality you seek in your players; being upset about being taken off after scoring two goals shows a desire to continue scoring. Back when S...
Delivery of N11.8m Test Kits and N13.4m Mosquito Nets to Nigerians in 2023
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Delivery of N11.8m Test Kits and N13.4m Mosquito Nets to Nigerians in 2023

In 2023, the United States Agency for International Development, with the support of the U.S. President’s Malaria Initiative funding, distributed 13.4 million bed nets, six million fast-acting medicines, and 11.8 million Malaria Rapid Diagnostic Tests to clinics and communities in Nigeria. The Deputy Mission Director, Sara Werth, representing the U.S Embassy, shared this information during a statement in honor of World Malaria Day. World Malaria Day is observed annually on April 25th to acknowledge the global efforts in combating malaria. The theme for this year's celebration was ‘Accelerating the fight against malaria for a more equitable world.' Malaria, a life-threatening illness caused by parasites transmitted through the bites of infected female Anopheles m...
Former Kaduna Central senator calls for justice for mastermind of Kaduna-Abuja train attack arrest
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Former Kaduna Central senator calls for justice for mastermind of Kaduna-Abuja train attack arrest

Shehu Sani, a former senator from Kaduna Central, emphasized the importance of ensuring justice is served for the mastermind behind the 2022 Kaduna-Abuja train kidnapping. He expressed satisfaction upon hearing about the arrest of the individual responsible for the heinous act. The police confirmed the apprehension of the mastermind linked to the tragic incident that resulted in the deaths of passengers on the Abuja-Kaduna train in March 2022. The suspect, identified as Ibrahim Abdullahi, also known by the alias Mandi, was disclosed by the Police Public Relations Officer in Kaduna, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi. ACP Adejobi revealed that the suspect was involved in other criminal activities, including the abduction of students from Greenfield University in 2021. Reacting to the news, She...
Welcome of Former Governor Shema to Katsina APC
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Welcome of Former Governor Shema to Katsina APC

Upon his defection to the All Progressives Congress (APC), former Governor Ibrahim Shehu Shema was warmly received by Katsina State Governor Dikko Umar Radda, who described the move as a homecoming and a reunion with political family members. Governor Radda expressed his delight shortly after Shema was presented with a membership card by the Shema Ward Executive of the APC in Dutsinma Local Government Area. In a statement released by his Chief Press Secretary, Ibrahim Kaula Mohammed, the Katsina governor reminisced that both Shema and the immediate past governor, Aminu Bello Masari, had previously served under the late former President Umaru Musa Yar’Adua. Although circumstances and individual goals had once separated the two leaders, they have now found themselves united once again on...
EFCC Boss Emphasizes the Importance of Rules and Regulations to Combat Corruption
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EFCC Boss Emphasizes the Importance of Rules and Regulations to Combat Corruption

Encouraging compliance with societal rules and regulations is crucial, according to Mr. Ola Olukoyede, the executive chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). Olukoyede highlighted that non-compliance with established rules is the primary cause of corruption within the country. During a courtesy visit by a delegation from the Compliance Institute, Nigeria (CIN), led by President Pattison Boleigha, to the EFCC headquarters in Abuja, the statement by EFCC spokesperson Dele Oyewale quoted Olukoyede making this assertion. He emphasized the Commission's commitment to enforcement and compliance, stating their readiness to enforce the law on those who disregard the rules. Olukoyede emphasized, "The cornerstone of progress in any society lies in compliance. The st...
Imo’s Landmark: Uzodimma Approves New Legislation for State’s Electricity Sector
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Imo’s Landmark: Uzodimma Approves New Legislation for State’s Electricity Sector

Embracing a stride towards sustainable development, Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodimma, officially endorsed two executive bills on Thursday. One of the bills focuses on electricity while the other aims to revise the Imo State Polytechnic Law No. 15 of 2012, laying the groundwork for the integration of polytechnic campuses. The Governor emphasized the significance of enacting these two bills to steer Imo State toward a pathway of enduring progress. Highlighting the detrimental impact of inadequate electricity generation and distribution on the state's development metrics, Governor Uzodimma stressed the need for urgent action to address this issue. Furthermore, Governor Uzodimma disclosed that he sought permission from President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to acquire the Egbema Power Plant - a fed...
Don advocates for reforms to address flaws in Nigerian federalism
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Don advocates for reforms to address flaws in Nigerian federalism

A lecturer at the Department of Private and Property Law of the Redeemers University, Ede, Osun State, Dr. Olaniyi Olayinka, criticized the Nigerian model of federalism, labeling it as "fake" and asserting that the 1999 constitution is detrimental to the nation. Delivering his thoughts during the 4th public lecture at the College of Law of Achiever University in Owo, Ondo State, Dr. Olaniyi titled his talk 'Nigeria Federalism and the Realization of the Objectives of a State.' As the guest lecturer, Dr. Olaniyi emphasized that the militarization of Nigeria's political landscape led to the erosion of federalism, resulting in the centralization of economic and political power. He mentioned, "The governing p...
Okpebholo warns: Obaseki’s N70,000 minimum wage is a Greek gift
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Okpebholo warns: Obaseki’s N70,000 minimum wage is a Greek gift

Raising concerns over the N70,000 new minimum wage approved by Governor Godwin Obaseki, the governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress in Edo State, Senator Monday Okpebholo, described it as a Greek gift, given with treacherous intentions. In a statement issued in Abuja by his media office, Okpebholo made the allegation. During the inauguration of the ultra-modern Labour House secretariat complex for labour unions in the state, Obaseki announced the increase of the state's minimum wage from N40,000 to N70,000. Okpebholo, however, believes that this move is a political strategy to sway the upcoming September governorship election in favor of the Peoples Democratic Party candidate, Asue Ighodalo. He emphasized the need for civil servants ...