September 4, 2020

NYSC: FG Gives Directive On Reopening Of Orientation Camps

September 4, 2020 6:30 am

The Nigerian Government has ordered the National Youth Service Corps, NYSC, to commence preparation for the reopening of its orientation camps across the country.

This was disclosed by Sani Aliyu, National Coordinator of the Presidential Taskforce on COVID-19, on Thursday.

Speaking during the task force daily briefing in Abuja, Aliyu said NYSC should ensure measure to ensure safety against COVID-19 is put in place.

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He also disclosed that the government was working out measures to ensure there is no outbreak of the virus in the various orientation …

Edo 2020: Ize-Iyamu Vows To Increase Funding For AA University

September 4, 2020 1:40 am

Osagie Ize-Iyamu, All Progressive Congress (APC) candidate in the Edo governorship election has promised to increase funding for Ambrose Alli University (AAU) if elected.

Ize-Iyamu gave the assurance during his ward-to-ward campaign at Iruekpen, Eguare and Uhiele in Esan West Local Government Area of the state on Thursday.

He alleged that the Gov. Godwin Obaseki-led administration had reduced monthly subvention to the institution from N270 million to N96 million.

He said that the reduction in the subvention of AAU was making the institution borrow to pay workers.

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“If elected …

Nigeria Will Suffer If Judicial Officers Are Neglected – CJN

September 4, 2020 1:40 am

The Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Tanko Muhammad on Thursday said Nigeria will suffer grave effect if judicial officers are consistently deprived of requisite infrastructure.

Muhammad made the remark at the commissioning of 20 four bedroom duplexes built for Judges of Rivers origin serving both at the State and Federal Judiciaries at the Emmanuel Chinwenwo Aguma Judges Quarters in Port Harcourt.

The CJN, who was represented by Justice Mary Odili of the Supreme Court noted that Judges would be more confident to dispense justice if they have good shelter and welfare.