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House Of Reps Speaks On Why It Is Yet To Fulfill Pledge Of Donating 50% Salaries To Nigerians
The House of Representatives on Wednesday explained why it is yet to donate half of its members’ salaries as promised. According to the spokesperson of the House, Rotimi Akin, the lower chamber remains committed to the 50 per cent deduction in lawmakers’ salaries. “We acknowledge and regret that this resolution was not implemented by the bureaucracy as intended for the month...
No Constitution Of CPC For Fresh Elections In Edo, Says NANS JCC
The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) Joint Campus Council (JCC), Edo State, has denied the constitution of a Convention Planning Committee (CPC) for fresh JCC elections in the state. This is in reaction to a statement credited to Comrade Isaac Ogieva, Deputy Coordinator of NANS Zone B, who purportedly constituted a CPC to oversee the conduct of fresh JCC...
“Innovate Africa Confab 2024” Set To Hold In Washington DC
The Innovate Africa Conference 2024 is set to foster sustainable solutions for Africa’s economic on Sept. 13, 2024, at George Washington University. With the theme, “Unleashing Africa’s Potential Sustainability,” is expected to pull over 500 corporate leaders, government, and academia to forge strategic alliance and tackle critical challenges in a rapidly changing global landscape. The Founder/CEO of Innovate Africa Corp, Uloma...
Nigerian Army Arrests Soldier For Killing Protester In Kaduna
The Nigerian Army has arrested a soldier for killing one hunger protester in Zaria, Kaduna State. Army Spokesman, Major General Onyema Nwachukwu said the soldier killed the protester while trying to disperse off a gathering in the area. Maj.-Gen. Nwachukwu said the soldier (name not disclosed) who fired the warning shot that resulted to the death of the protester has been...
El-Gato Delegation Participates in 2024 SPE-NAICE Conference in Lagos
El-Gato Global Limited, a leading player in the oil and gas industry, is currently participating in the 2024 Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE) National Annual International Conference and Exhibition (NAICE) taking place in Lagos State. Led by its Chief Executive Officer/Managing Director, Engr. Ekpen O. Kenneth, the company's delegation includes Engr. David Salami, General Manager; Engr. Ekata Samson, Confidential Secretary/Logistics...
President Tinubu Appoints New CEOs For NSIPA, NAPTIP, 5 Others
President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of seven qualified Nigerians to head strategic agencies and programmes under the Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs, Disaster Management and Social Development. According to a statement by Presidential spokesman, Ajuri Ngelale, on Tusday night, the decision was to facilitate the needed relief to Nigerians and ensure the effectiveness of humanitarian and social development...
Nigerian Government Cracks Down On #EndBadGovernance Protest Sponsors
The Nigerian Government has placed sponsors of the nationwide #EndBadGovernance protests on a watchlist. The Comptroller-General of the Nigerian Immigration Services, NIS, Kemi Nandap, made this known at Defence Headquarters on Tuesday in Abuja, where she spoke at a strategic meeting convened by the Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Christopher Musa. She said the persons, who are in the Diaspora, would...
Fuel Subsidy Returns Amidst Inflation, Ex-President Obasanjo Reveals
Former President, Olusegun Obasanjo, revealed that the fuel subsidy which was removed by the Federal Government in 2023 has been reintroduced due to inflation. President Bola Tinubu during his inaugural address on May 29, 2023, had declared that fuel subsidy “is gone.” The development has led to the increase of petrol price from about N200 to over N600 per litre. READ ALSO:...
OMPAN: Responsible Media Can Shape a Great Future — Rep. Onuigbo
Member representing the South East on the Governing Board of the North East Development Commission (NEDC), Rep. Sam Onuigbo has stated that the greatness of a country’s future can be shaped through responsible reportage. Onuigbo made this known in a statement released in Umuahia on Monday, 5th August, 2024, shortly after the unveiling of the secretariat of the Online Media...
ECOWAS Urges Protesters To Heed To Tinubu’s Call For Dialogue
The Economic Community of West African States Commission has expressed concern over the ongoing protests in Nigeria, lamenting reports of violence, fatalities, and property destruction. It, therefore, urged protesters to heed the call for dialogue. The commission extended condolences to the families of those who have died and expressed sympathy with the Nigerian government and its people over the losses incurred. In...
