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“FG To Commence Testing Of Minerals Samples Locally” – Alake
The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake, has hinted that testing of mineral samples will henceforth be conducted in the country. He said this on Thursday while commissioning the ultra-modern mineral analysis laboratory in Sabon-Wuse, Niger State-built African Natural Resources and Mines Limited (ANRML). The minister, who was quoted in a statement by his Senior Special Assistant on Media, Segun...
Lagos Traders, Consumers Excited Over Drop In Bean Prices
The recent decrease in bean prices has some Lagos State food traders and consumers in an ecstatic mood. The residents expressed their joy over the drop in the price of the produce in separate interviews with the News Agency of Nigeria on Friday in Lagos. NAN reports that there has been a slight drop in the price of beans that has...
Tinubu Working Hard To Ensure All Nigerians Smile, Says Lagos Speaker
The Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa has urged Nigerians not to despair, as President Bola Tinubu’s administration is working to resolve the country’s challenges. “The outgoing year is indeed a challenging one, especially considering the economic situation of the country. Nevertheless, we have solace in the fact that the government of Asiwaju Bola...
CBN Imposes N150m Fine On Banks Distributing New Notes To Hawkers
The Central Bank of Nigeria has declared that deposit money banks that are found to have allowed the unlawful transfer of mint naira notes to currency hawkers and dishonest agents will face fines of N150 million per branch. The apex bank disclosed this in a circular issued on Friday, December 13, 2024, signed by the Acting Director of the Currency...
INEC Chairman Not Dead, Says Chief Press Secretary
Professor Mahmood Yakubu, Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, is not dead. Mr. Rotimi Oyekanmi, Chief Press Secretary to Prof. Yakubu denounced isolated reports in the social media, announcing the death of the electoral chief. In a statement Saturday in Abuja, Oyekanmi said the Commission’s “attention has been drawn to a fake news narrative circulated by a section of...
Governor Otti Charges Newly Appointed Officials To Prioritize Service, Duty, Excellence (Photos)
Governor Alex C. Otti, has called on newly sworn-in appointees in Abia State to embrace a culture of service, dedication, and accountability in their respective roles. He made this call during the swearing-in ceremony of Special Advisers, members of the Abia State Drug Control Committee (SDCC), the Local Government Service Commission, and other key officials on Wednesday, December 13, 2024. In...
Deputy Speaker Kalu Commends President Tinubu, FG On Abia Airport Project
The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu, has expressed gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the Federal Government for prioritizing the development of the South East region, particularly through the initiation of the Abia Airport project. In a statement made available to ABN TV on December 14, 2024, Kalu applauded the Federal Government...
20 Feared Dead In River Benue Boat Crash
According to reports, a boat capsized in the River Benue on Saturday, killing at least twenty people. DAILY POST gathered that their canoe tumbled as they were crossing from Ocholonya in Agatu LGA to Odenyi in Nasarawa Toto LGA of Nasarawa State after their activities at Ocholonya market. An eyewitness, Fada Awatsu, said, "The wooden boat was loaded with goods and...
Abia Airport To Boost Connectivity, Stimulate Trade In Eastern Region — Kalu
The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu, has emphasized that the construction of the Abia State airport will not only stimulate economic activities in the state but also improve connectivity and boost trade across the South East region. In a statement signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Levinus Nwabughiogu, Kalu commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu...
CMD Urges Nigerian Doctors Abroad To Never Forget Their Roots
Prof. Ebenezer Ajayi, the CMD of the Federal Teaching Hospital in Ido Ekiti, has counseled medical professionals who have left Nigeria in search of better opportunities to think about helping to advance the country's healthcare system. Ajayi reminded them that travelling to foreign lands should not be an excuse for them to forget their birthplace and the need to grow...
