The Gombe State Government has commissioned 114 revitalised Primary Health Care (PHC) facilities across the state, marking a significant milestone in its drive toward universal health coverage. Deputy Governor Dr. Manassah Jatau, who represented Governor Muhammadu Yahaya at the commissioning ceremony in Akko on Saturday, said the initiative reflects the administration’s unwavering commitment […]
The Nigerian Political Science Association has vehemently criticized the Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission’s decision to augment the salaries of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and other public officials, deeming it both provocative and insensitive. In a statement by its President, Prof. Hassan Saliu, the association highlights the plight of the majority of Nigerian […]
Kevin De Bruyne marked his Napoli debut with aplomb on Saturday, as the reigning Serie A champions embarked on their title defense with a composed 2-0 victory against newly-promoted Sassuolo. The marquee acquisition of Italy’s summer transfer window, De Bruyne inaugurated his scoring for Napoli in the 57th minute, as his free-kick, deftly delivered […]
Governors elected on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have called on party members and supporters across the country to close ranks and work together for the success of the party’s forthcoming National Convention scheduled for November 15 in Ibadan, Oyo State. The governors warned against the activities of what they […]
Former Nigerian Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt. General Tukur Buratai, emphasized that the nation’s enduring security challenges have persisted for far too long and must be swiftly concluded. “It is truly regrettable that these security issues have lingered excessively. Insurgency has deeply infiltrated society,” he remarked. Appearing on Channel Television’s Sunrise program, […]
A notorious syndicate of thieves and fraudsters, known for targeting unsuspecting individuals and relieving them of valuable possessions such as phones, motorcycles, and jewelry, while also plundering their bank accounts, has been dismantled in Delta State. The syndicate members were apprehended by the CP-Special Assignment Team between Monday, August 11, and Saturday, August 16, […]
The National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA), Niger-Kwara Area Office, has commenced the strict enforcement of life jacket use for passengers boarding boats across its operational areas. The enforcement exercise kicked off on Saturday at the Gabgibo waterfront in Mokwa Local Government Area of Niger State, as part of the authority’s renewed efforts to […]
Triumph came at a price for Mikel Arteta as Bukayo Saka and Martin Ødegaard limped off injured, a mere eight days before Arsenal’s journey to Liverpool. Viktor Gyökeres netted his inaugural two goals for Arsenal, as the Gunners delivered a stern lesson to Leeds on the rigors of Premier League football with a resounding […]
Apapa Local Government has intensified efforts to strengthen democracy by mobilizing residents for the ongoing Continuous Voters Registration (CVR) exercise. The Executive Chairman of Apapa LG, Hon. Idowu Adejumoke Senbanjo, represented by the Vice Chairman, Hon. Ganiu Ismail, led a sensitization session in collaboration with the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). The […]
The Federal Government has reiterated its commitment to promoting research, innovation, and skills acquisition as critical drivers in addressing poverty, climate change, and food insecurity in Nigeria. Minister of State for Humanitarian and Poverty Reduction, Dr. Tanko Sununu, gave the assurance on Saturday at the third Annual Scientific Conference and Alumni General Meeting […]
