Tag: #NewsUltra360
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GWAGWALADA RESIDENTS RAISE ALARM OVER CONDITIONS AT ANAGADA SLAUGHTERHOUSE
Residents of Gwagwalada Area Council in the FCT have raised concerns over the unhygienic and deteriorating condition of the Anagada Livestock Market, particularly its slaughterhouse, calling for urgent rehabilitation. Residents said animals were being slaughtered on dirty floors surrounded by waste, while meat was reportedly washed with water from unhygienic sources. Butchers were also observed…
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FLOOD: WIKE ORDERS DEMOLITION OF STRUCTURES BLOCKING ABUJA WATERWAYS
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has ordered the immediate demolition of structures built on waterways and designated right-of-way areas across Abuja, following recent flooding in parts of the capital. Wike gave the directive after inspecting flood-affected areas in Maitama on Tuesday, warning that no individual, regardless of status or position, would…
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DIGITAL PAYMENTS KEY TO FINANCIAL INCLUSION, ECONOMIC GROWTH — CBN
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has reaffirmed its commitment to expanding digital payment channels as a means of deepening financial inclusion, supporting economic growth and accelerating national development. CBN Governor Olayemi Cardoso, represented by Acting Director of Corporate Communications and Investor Relations, Hakama Sidi-Ali, stated this at the CBN Fair in Lafia, Nasarawa State.…
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WOMEN IN TAXATION INAUGURATE KANO EXECUTIVES, PROMISE STRONGER COLLABORATION
The Society of Women in Taxation (SWIT), Kano State Chapter, has inaugurated its new executives for the 2026/2027 financial year, with a pledge to promote professionalism, capacity building and stronger collaboration in the tax sector. The new State Coordinator, A’ishatu Salisu, said her administration would create more opportunities for members to improve their knowledge, professional…
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CAVB 2026: NIGERIA LOSE BEACH VOLLEYBALL OPENER TO ALGERIA
Nigeria’s men’s beach volleyball team suffered a 2-0 defeat to Algeria on Tuesday in their opening match of the 2026 CAVB Beach Volleyball Continental Cup in Alexandria, Egypt. The Algerian pair dominated both sets, winning 21-14, 21-14, as Nigeria struggled to maintain consistency and match their opponents’ control of the game. The defeat puts Nigeria…
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TINUBU TASKS UNIVERSITIES TO PRODUCE JOB CREATORS, NOT JOB SEEKERS
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has urged Nigerian universities to move beyond producing degree holders and become centres of innovation, entrepreneurship, research and economic transformation. Tinubu made the call in Ilorin, Kwara State, while declaring open the 37th Annual Conference and General Assembly of the Committee of Vice-Chancellors of Nigerian Universities. Represented by the Minister of…
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19-YEAR-OLD KATSINA INNOVATOR GAINS GLOBAL RECOGNITION FOR EV DESIGN
A 19-year-old automotive enthusiast from Katsina State, Ishaq Jamilu, has attracted international attention for an innovative electric vehicle design developed through self-learning and practical experience. Jamilu, from Kusada Local Government Area, said his passion for automobiles began at an early age. He built his skills through online research, technical drawing, 3D modelling and hands-on experience…
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ARMY STRENGTHENS WELFARE, PREPARES SENIOR OFFICERS FOR POST-SERVICE CAREERS
The Nigerian Army has strengthened its personnel welfare programme with the launch of a career transition initiative designed to prepare senior officers for productive lives and careers after military service. The Senior Executive Career Transition Programme (SECTP), Cohort 2, organised by the Nigerian Army Heritage and Future Centre, is aimed at equipping officers with skills…
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DISCO CONFIRMS STAFF DEATH IN ENUGU ELECTRICAL ACCIDENT
MainPower Electricity Distribution Ltd. (MEDL) has confirmed the death of an operations staff member, Mr Samson Okechi, following an electrical accident in Eke, Udi Local Government Area of Enugu State. Okechi, a Team Lead attached to the company’s 9th Mile District, was reportedly carrying out maintenance work on a 50kVA/11kV pole-mounted distribution substation on Aug.…
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ENGINEERING KEY TO NIGERIA’S SECURITY, DEVELOPMENT — NSE
The Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE), Ibadan Branch, has urged engineers to drive innovation that will strengthen national security, protect critical infrastructure and support sustainable development across Nigeria. The Chairman of the branch, Mr Ayokunnu Ojedele, made the call while unveiling activities for the 2026 Engineering Week in Ibadan. Themed “Engineering Innovation for National Security,…
