31 Scrap Markets Shut Down In Abia
Governor Okezie Ikpeazu of Abia State has directed the immediate closure of scrap and waste (akpakara) markets in the state, pending the proper identification of those involved in the collection and sale of scraps as well as the proper organisation o...
Governor Umahi Reverses Ban On Sun, Vanguard Newspapers Reporters
Ebonyi Governor David Umahi has reversed his ban on two State House Correspondents, those of The Sun and Vanguard newspapers, Chijioke Agwu, Peter Okutu, respectively, from the state’s Government House. A press statement issued by the Special Assistant to the Governor on Media and Publicity, Mr Francis Nweze, stated that, “The governor never ordered a ban on any journalist from attending...
Lagos State Govt Begins Installation Of 2,000 CCTV Cameras
Lagos State Government says it has commenced the installation of 2,000 Closed-circuit television (CCTV) cameras across the state. The state Commissioner for Science and Technology, Hakeem Popoola Fahm, disclosed this at a ministerial press briefing on Tuesday, May 4, to commemorate the second year in office of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu led administration. Fahm said the number of CCTV cameras installed is increasing day by day,...
Coalition Of Northern Group Mourns Bashir Tofa, Says Youths Have Lost Mentor
The Coalition of Northern Groups, CNG, has said the late 1993 presidential candidate, Alhaji Bashir Tofa was a great statesman and an exemplary leader. The group said this while extending its heartfelt condolences to the Tofa family, the government and the people of Kano State, on the passing of the astute politician who died at the age of 74. CNG spokesman,...
Abia Speaker Inaugurates Adhoc Committee On State University Teaching Hospital Mgt Board
The Speaker Abia State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Chinedum Enyinnaya Orji on Tuesday set up an adhoc committee to critically look into the Bill seeking the establishment of Abia State University Teaching Hospital Management Board and for other Matters Connected therewith to remove the grey areas therein. This follows point of order raised by members of the Assembly during...
2023 Presidency: I Will Give Priority To State Police If Elected – Peter Obi
The presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has said he will proffer a drastic and lasting solution to the security crisis bedeviling the country if elected. The former Anambra State governor made the disclosure when he was featured on...
Despite Lean Resources, Buhari Has Done Well For Southeast — Ngige
Labour and Employment Minister, Chris Ngige has said with less resources compared to former President Goodluck Jonathan’s administration, President Muhammadu Buhari has built more infrastructure. The minister said the well-considered development agenda of the Buhari administration, which prioritises infrastructure, had put up development in every part of the country than any previous government. Ngige spoke on Tuesday in Port Harcourt, the...
Datti Baba-Ahmed Asks Okowa To Retract Statement Questioning Obi’s Capacity To Lead Nigeria
Vice-Presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Datti Baba-Ahmed has called on the Governor of Delta state, Ifeanyi Okowa to retract his statement which questioned the capacity of Peter Obi, LP presidential flagbearer, to lead Nigeria. This was...
Amidst Fanfare And Rich Cultural Display, Ebem Ohafia Marks New Yam, Igba Ekpe Festivals (Photos, Video)
The people of Ebem Ohafia in Ohafia local government area of Abia State have marked annual new yam festival which coincided with the Igba Ekpe festival amidst excitement and fanfare. ABN TV reports that the new yam festival is a period to hold thanksgiving to God for the grace and the success of planting, nurturing and harvest seasons. The event presents...
NAFDAC Warns Nigerians Over Circulation Of Fake Condoms
On Thursday, the NAFDAC warned Nigerians about the illicit distribution and sale of Foula Condoms, an unregistered brand of condoms in Nigeria. NAFDAC said officials from the Post-Marketing Surveillance Directorate discovered Foula condoms (packaged in threes) in Abakaliki, Ebonyi State, and Zango, Katsina State. It added that the discovery was made during a risk-based post-marketing surveillance study on registered condoms in...
