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FG Committed To Completion Of Calabar-Itu-Ikot Ekpene Road

FG Committed To Completion Of Calabar-Itu-Ikot Ekpene Road

October 19, 2019 10:03 am

The Federal Government under the leadership of President Muhammadu Buhari is committed to the construction and completion of Calabar-Itu-Ikot Ekpene road spanning Akwa Ibom and Cross River.

The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Niger Delta Affairs, Sen. Ita Enang, renewed the commitment while fielding questions from newsmen on the deplorable state of the road on Saturday in Uyo.

News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) recalls that the Federal Government in 2018, mobilised contractors, Julius Berger Construction Company to site to commence the construction of Calabar- Itu dual carriageway.

Enang urged the people to remain calm, assuring that the contractor, …

Onoja Sworn In As Kogi Assembly Impeaches Deputy governor

Onoja Sworn In As Kogi Assembly Impeaches Deputy governor

October 19, 2019 7:11 am

• Decision To Impeach Me Is Complete Nonsense, Insists Achuba

Barely one month to the governorship election and after months of protracted rift with his boss, Governor Yahaya Bello, the Kogi State House of Assembly, at a closed-door session, yesterday, impeached the embattled Deputy Governor of the state, Simon Achuba. In his stead, the running mate to Bello in the forthcoming November election, Chief Edward Onoja, who recently resigned as Chief of Staff to the governor, is expected to be sworn in today as the new Deputy Governor.

The impeachment followed the submission earlier in the day of …

PFN Backs Osinbajo, Says He Is Passionate About Nigeria

PFN Backs Osinbajo, Says He Is Passionate About Nigeria

October 19, 2019 6:09 am

A delegation of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN), led by its President, Dr. Felix Omobude, yesterday visited Vice President Yemi Osinbajo at the Presidential Villa, Abuja and declared full support for the Vice President as he continues with his duties.

Omobude, who spoke with State House Correspondents afterward, said the fellowship was solidly behind the vice president. The PFN president said it was a family visit, as the vice president was one of PFN’s constituents.

He said that Osinbajo loved Nigeria and was passionate about the country, which he always displayed in the discharge of his duties.

Omobude said …

Illegal Mining: Minister, Senator Accuse State Governors

Illegal Mining: Minister, Senator Accuse State Governors

October 19, 2019 5:57 am

The searchlight was beamed on the activities of some state governors yesterday as the duo of a Minister and Senator accused them of sharp practices costing the nation a fortune.

Mines and Solid  Mineral Development Minister, Mr. Olamilekan Adegbite and Chairman, Senate Committee on Solid Minerals, Mines, Steel Development and Metallurgy, Senator Tanko Almakura, in their various submissions accused governors of covertly supporting theft of the nation’s resources through illegal mining in their states.

Speaking at an interactive session with the committee, the minister said the challenge of illegal mining was being supported by some state governors who provide …

Why Igbo Deserve 2023 Presidency – Bishop Gbonigi

Why Igbo Deserve 2023 Presidency – Bishop Gbonigi

October 19, 2019 5:26 am

President Muhammadu Buhari has been advised to take urgent steps that will lead to the restructuring of Nigeria in order to rescue the country from its current challenges. Giving the advice in this interview by TUNDE THOMAS, renown cleric and elder statesman, Bishop Bolanle Gbonigi said restructuring is the only solution to Nigeria’s problems. The 89-year-old cleric further warned against Nigeria’s break up adding that such will be calamitous.

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Enugu Airport: Rep Nnaji Lauds Buhari For Funds Approval

Enugu Airport: Rep Nnaji Lauds Buhari For Funds Approval

October 19, 2019 2:49 am

The House Committee Chairman on Aviation, Hon. Nnolim Nnaji, has commended President Muhammadu Buhari for granting the approval for ₦10 billion Special Intervention Fund for the reconstruction of the collapsed Akanu Ibiam International Airport, (AIIA) Enugu runway and associated facilities.

The approval was communicated to the South-east delegation during its visit to the Presidential Villa on Thursday. Reacting to the approval, Nnaji noted that the airport was critical to the people of South-east and environs because it was the only international gateway serving the entire region.

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Nnaji …

Disaster In Kogi As Deputy Governor Bags Impeachment

Disaster In Kogi As Deputy Governor Bags Impeachment

October 19, 2019 1:54 am

Embattled Deputy Governor of Kogi State, Simon Achuba, has been impeached from office by the State House of Assembly.

His impeachment was sequel to the submission of the Justice Nadir Ajana panel report which found the deputy governor guilty of allegations of gross misconduct levelled against him.

Hon. Hassan Abdulahi,  leader of the House, announced the decision Friday.

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Abdullahi said the impeachment was carefully considered.

The Ajana panel was constituted in August after Achuba accused Governor Yahaya Bello of withholding his salaries and plotting to assassinate him, …

Events Of June 12 Annulment Will Haunt Me For Life – IBB

Events Of June 12 Annulment Will Haunt Me For Life – IBB

October 19, 2019 1:46 am

It would be a gross understatement if you describe him as a chip off the old block. Save for his height-about seven feet, and broad frame, he is a perfect replica of his father, General Ibrahim Babangida (IBB), in appearance, character and intellect. Like his old man, he is deeply intelligent, yet witty; very introspective, yet genial; above all, a gentleman who, according to his friends, is generous with his time, and, perhaps, his resources.

Over the past 20 years, Muhammad, a security consultant, has made his mark in diverse business endeavors like banking, real estate, education, and oil and …

Gowon At 85: You Are A Legend Of National Unity - Buhari

Gowon At 85: You Are A Legend Of National Unity – Buhari

October 19, 2019 1:31 am
  • Kept the country as one with his sense of vision, wisdom and discipline

President Muhammadu Buhari yesterday in Abuja celebrated former Head of State, Gen. Yakubu Gowon, on the occasion of his 85th birthday scheduled for today, describing him as a living legend and a symbol of national unity.

Buhari, according to a statement by his media adviser, Mr. Femi Adesina, said Gowon, despite being the youngest ruler of Nigeria so far, kept the country as one with his sense of vision, wisdom and discipline.

He said Gowon laid the foundation for Nigeria to thrive by creating federating units and …

Loan - Deposit Ratio: CBN To Impose Stiffer Laws On Banks

Loan – Deposit Ratio: CBN To Impose Stiffer Laws On Banks

October 19, 2019 1:21 am
  • Customers using loans for Treasury Bill will be blacklisted

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has vowed to impose stiffer sanctions on any commercial and blacklist customers that flout its minimum loan-to-deposit ratio (LDR) policy that is focused on increasing lending to the real sector of the economy.

The Director, Corporate Communications, CBN, Mr. Isaac Okoroafor, disclosed these in a chat on the sidelines of the ongoing International Monetary Fund/World Bank Annual Meetings in Washington DC, United States.

Specifically, it warned that any bank that is found to be disbursing loans to customers who subsequently invest such funds in treasury …

Semi Ajayi: Playing Against Brazil Boosted My Confidence

Semi Ajayi: Playing Against Brazil Boosted My Confidence

October 19, 2019 1:10 am

West Bromwich Albion defender Semi Ajayi admitted his confidence has received a boost after helping Nigeria secure a 1-1 draw against Brazil last Sunday.

The 25-year-old was handed a starting role in the encounter, partnering William Troost-Ekong at the heart of the Super Eagles defense.

The former Rotherham United defender shone in the game, keeping the star-studded attack of the South Americans at bay to help the West Africans secure a famous draw against the five-time world champions.

Ajayi, who returned to West Brom on Tuesday after the international break, is looking to carry on with the impressive showing for …

FG, Labour Revel Minimum Wage Pact, Payment Begins Now

FG, Labour Revel Minimum Wage Pact, Payment Begins Now

October 19, 2019 1:01 am

Palpable delight has greeted the agreement reached on Thursday night between the federal government and organised labour on the minimum wage, leading to an announcement of its immediate implementation by the Minister of Labour and Employment, Chris Ngige.

After long hours of negotiations for three consecutive days, the federal government and the labour unions finally signed an agreement in the early hours of yesterday on the consequential adjustments of ₦30,000 minimum wage for Nigerian workers.

The full payment of the minimum wage should start immediately by government and all employers of labour; the minister said shortly after the federal …

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