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REP AGBESE URGES TINUBU TO SUSPEND PROPOSED NYSC REFORMS
Rep. Philip Agbese has called on President Bola Tinubu to suspend the proposed reforms to the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), urging the Federal Government to subject the plans to a broader review involving key stakeholders before implementation. The lawmaker, who represents Ado/Okpokwu/Ogbadibo Federal Constituency and serves as Deputy Spokesman of the House of Representatives,…
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POLICE RESCUE WORSHIPPERS KIDNAPPED DURING EKITI CHURCH ATTACK
The Ekiti State Police Command has announced the rescue of victims abducted during an attack on Christ Apostolic Church, Eda-Oniyo, on April 28, 2026, following weeks of coordinated Inter-Agency security operations. According to the police, the rescued victims have been taken to a medical facility where they are undergoing examination and necessary treatment. Reacting to…
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ART ENTHUSIASTS URGE GREATER INVESTMENT IN CREATIVE INDUSTRY TO BOOST NIGERIA’S ECONOMY
Art enthusiasts have called for increased investment in Nigeria’s creative industry, describing art as a powerful tool for storytelling, cultural preservation, job creation and economic growth. Speaking during an Open Art Studio organised by social artist C.O. Kola-Lawal in Lagos, the stakeholders said the country’s rich creative talent could contribute significantly to tourism, exports and…
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NEUROLOGIST URGES NIGERIANS TO EMBRACE HEALTHY LIVING TO REDUCE STROKE RISK
A Consultant Neurologist, Dr. Adedunni Olusanya, has urged Nigerians to adopt healthier lifestyles and regularly monitor their blood pressure to reduce the growing burden of stroke, hypertension and other cardiovascular diseases. Speaking in an interview, the University of Lagos senior lecturer described uncontrolled high blood pressure as one of the leading causes of stroke and…
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EBELECHUKWU NWACHUKWU MAKES HISTORY AS FIRST FEMALE CHAIRPERSON OF NIGERIAN INSURERS ASSOCIATION
Mrs. Ebelechukwu Nwachukwu has made history as the first woman to lead the Nigerian Insurers Association (NIA), following her inauguration as the association’s 27th Chairperson, 55 years after its establishment. Assuming office at an investiture ceremony in Lagos, the Managing Director of Rex Insurance pledged to drive reforms aimed at increasing public confidence and expanding…
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PETER OBI URGES URGENT ACTION OVER U.N. WARNING ON NORTHERN NIGERIA
Mr. Peter Obi has called for urgent government intervention following a United Nations warning of a worsening food crisis in Northern Nigeria. In a post on his X account, the former Anambra State governor described the situation as alarming, noting that Northern Nigeria has traditionally served as the country’s major food-producing region. He stressed the…
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TEACH WITH PURPOSE, OGUN DEPUTY GOVERNOR CHARGES EDUCATORS
Ogun State Deputy Governor, Mrs. Noimot Salako-Oyedele, has urged teachers to embrace purposeful teaching, describing them as the first people to identify, nurture and unlock the potential of every child through quality education. Speaking at the Teachers Conference 2026, Ogun State Edition in Sagamu, Salako-Oyedele said teachers play a critical role in shaping minds, building…
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KOGI VARSITY OVERHAULS CAMPUS SECURITY, APPOINTS EX-CSP AYEGBA AS NEW SECURITY CHIEF
The Prince Abubakar Audu University (PAAU) Anyigba has approved a comprehensive restructuring of its security system and appointed retired CSP, Israel Ayegba, as the new Chief Security Coordinator, (CSC). The Vice Chancellor, Prof. Salisu Usman, in a statement on Friday July 3 in Lokoja, issued by Uredo Omale, the Public Relations Officer of PAAU, said…
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ASABA TRADITIONAL RULER TASKS BEAUTY QUEEN ON NATION BUILDING
The Asagba of Asaba, Prof. Epiphany Azinge, has urged Miss Independent Nigeria, Queen Better Blessing to champion initiatives promoting a safer, stronger and prosperous Nigeria. Azinge made the call while receiving the beauty queen and her delegation in Asaba on Friday July 3. The ruler said genuine leadership is measured by purposeful service, integrity, compassion…
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LAGOS HOSTS SOUTH-WEST WORKSHOP ON WOMEN AFFAIRS AND SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT
The Lagos State Government reaffirmed its commitment to inclusive governance and sustainable social development at the South-West Pre-Council Technical Zonal Policy Sensitisation Workshop held on Thursday July 2. The workshop was organised by the Federal Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development in collaboration with the Lagos State Ministry of Women Affairs and Poverty Alleviation…
