Tag: #NigeriaNews
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FCTA APPROVES N1.1BN SECURITY GADGETS CONTRACT TO BOOST FCT OPERATIONS
Abuja’s security agencies are set for a major upgrade after fresh funding was approved to close critical equipment gaps. The Executive Committee of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has cleared a N1.1 billion contract for the emergency procurement of communication gadgets and other security equipment. FCTA Director of Procurement, Musa Onsachi, disclosed the decision…
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COURT FIXES APRIL 13 FOR JUDGMENT IN N868M EFCC CASE AGAINST EX-AGoF
The legal battle of a former acting Accountant-General is heading for a decisive moment. The Federal High Court in Abuja has fixed April 13 for judgment in the N868 million money laundering case filed by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) against former acting Accountant-General of the Federation, Chukwunyere Nwabuoku. Justice James Omotosho set…
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FG APPROVES N4BN EACH FOR 12 TECH UNIVERSITIES TO UPGRADE ENGINEERING FACILITIES
Nigeria’s engineering schools are set for a major facelift as the Federal Government rolls out billions for workshops and modern equipment. The Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa, announced on Monday that 12 selected engineering and technology universities will receive N4 billion each under a special intervention project powered by Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund). The…
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JOY IN KOGI IDP CAMP AS RESCUED WOMAN WELCOMES TWIN GIRLS
From captivity to celebration — hope has found its way back to an IDP camp in Kogi. A woman recently rescued from kidnappers has safely delivered twin girls at an Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) Camp in Kogi State, in what officials describe as a powerful symbol of resilience amid ongoing security operations. The state’s Commissioner…
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TROOPS FOIL CATTLE RUSTLING IN KANO, RECOVER 257 STOLEN ANIMALS
An early morning ambush by security forces has stopped a major cattle rustling attempt in Kano State. The Joint Task Force in Gwarzo intercepted armed bandits who raided Mainika village in Gwarzo Local Government Area of Kano State, making away with dozens of livestock. According to Maj. Babatunde Zubairu, Assistant Director of Army Public Relations,…
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15 FEARED DEAD AS SUSPECTED BOKO HARAM FIGHTERS RAID NIGER COMMUNITIES
Ramadan night turned into horror as gunmen stormed villages in Niger State. At least 15 people are feared killed after suspected members of a Boko Haram faction attacked communities in Borgu Local Government Area of Niger State late Saturday. The assailants, believed to be linked to the Sadiku faction, reportedly invaded Tashan Maje, Saduro and…
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OTTI UNVEILS SME VILLAGE, HEALTH & INFRA BOOST IN ABIA
From a new SME hub in Aba to 277 functional PHCs statewide, Gov. Alex Otti says Abia is entering a new phase of industrial and social renewal. Speaking at his February media parley in Umuahia, Alex Otti announced approval for an SME Village and Innovation Hub in Aba — a centre designed to power small…
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PLATEAU LEADS IN PRIMARY HEALTHCARE PUSH, PATE COMMENDS REFORMS
Plateau State is earning national praise for stepping up its primary healthcare game. Nigeria’s Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Muhammad Pate, has applauded the Plateau Government for making strong progress in revitalising primary healthcare across the state. Speaking in Jos at the graduation of Cohort 1.0 and onboarding of Cohort 2.0 of the National…
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SOUTHERN KADUNA COALITION BACKS PROBE OF EL-RUFAI, DEMANDS ACCOUNTABILITY
“No one is above the law” — that’s the message from Southern Kaduna. The Coalition for Southern Kaduna Renaissance has thrown its weight behind security agencies investigating former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, over alleged involvement in the wiretapping of the National Security Adviser’s phone lines. Addressing journalists in Kafanchan, Gideon Mutum, speaking for the…
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PENSIONERS MARK 9 YEARS, DEMAND FULL RIGHTS AND UNPAID PALLIATIVES
After nearly a decade of struggle, CPS retirees say they’re stronger — but still not done fighting. The Nigeria Union of Pensioners Contributory Pension Scheme Sector (NUPCPS) has reaffirmed its commitment to protecting members and strengthening Nigeria’s Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS). Speaking at the union’s 9th anniversary in Abuja, National Chairman Sylva Nwaiwu said the…
