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The Kano State Government has responded to unfounded criticisms of its livestock fattening and goat reproduction scheme, a flagship component of the Kano State Agro-Pastoral Development Programme (KSADP). The government described the attacks as mischievous attempts to mislead the public and derail efforts to empower rural communities. The criticisms, particularly targeting the recent distribution of…
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The management of Ambrose Alli University (AAU) in Ekpoma, Edo, has cancelled the final year examinations written on January 29 by graduating students from the institution’s Faculty of Arts. The university’s Registrar, Mr Ephraim Isiraojie, in a memo on Thursday, said the decision followed the ‘wild jubilation’ and celebration by graduating students which violated the…
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Dr. Cletus Shurkuk, Plateau Commissioner for Health, says Plateau and Nasarawa are the only states to have eradicated Onchocerciasis (River Blindness) and Lymphatic Filariasis (elephantiasis) in Nigeria. Shurkuk stated this on Thursday in Jos when he briefed newsmen to commemorate the 2025 World Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) Day with the theme “Unite, Act, Eliminate, Neglected…
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The National Association of Nigeria Students (NANS), on Thursday, urged the Governing Council of the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN), the Federal Ministry of Education, and all other relevant authorities to act swiftly to restore accountability in the university and ensure that students receive the quality education and welfare they deserve. NANS, in a statement…
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President Bola Tinubu has commiserated with the United States Government over the tragic incident in Washington D.C, which saw an American Airlines jet and a military helicopter collide in midair on Thursday. "I am deeply saddened by the tragic incident in Washington, D.C. On behalf of Nigeria, I extend our heartfelt condolences to the families…
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In pursuit of strengthening the health sector and curbing maternal mortality, the Federal Government, in partnership with First Lady Oluremi Tinubu's Renewed Hope Initiative, has empowered one thousand midwives in the North-Central with professional kits. According to the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF), Nigeria contributes 10 per cent of global deaths for pregnant mothers, with…
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The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has introduced a new feature to assist candidates unable to recover lost SIM cards linked to their previous registrations. JAMB announced on Thursday via X that the new feature is now available at all its CBT centres. The exam body urged candidates to fill out the template to…
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The Center for Fiscal Transparency and Public Integrity (CFTPI) is alarmed by corruption allegations involving members of the National Assembly, particularly claims that some legislators demanded bribes from Vice-Chancellors of universities in exchange for budget approvals. "These allegations, if proven true, represent a gross abuse of power, a betrayal of public trust, and a blatant…
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Assailants suspected to be herders have killed five farmers after attacking the Ajegunle-Powerline community in Akure North Local Government Area of Ondo State. The suspects had allegedly invaded the farmlands in the community, suddenly fired shots in the air, and killed the victims in the process. According to sources in the community, the victims, who…
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After a decade-long closure, the Warri Refining & Petrochemicals Company in Delta State resumed operations on December 30, 2024, to the astonishment of everyone present at the vast refinery complex in Ekpan, Warri. The event was marked by the presence of key figures, including the Board Chairman of NNPC Limited, Chief Pius Akinyelure; Group Chief…
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The Kano State Hisbah Board has arrested a man and his girlfriend for conducting their marriage ceremony at a restaurant in Kano without parental consent. Deputy Commander General of Operations, Dr Mujahideen Abubakar, confirmed the arrest on Thursday, stating that Hisbah personnel raided Banana Restaurant on Zoo Road, Kano, on Wednesday night following a tip-off.…