Nigerian Institute of Publ4c Relations (NIPR)
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The Nigerian Institute of Publc Relations (NIPR) has been named a finalist for the Global Alliance World Public Relations & Communication Awards. The NIPR was nominated for the Global Public Relations Association of the Year pri prize, alongside the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA), among others. The Global Public Relations Association of the Year…
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The opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has disclosed the reasons behind its decision to withdraw from last Saturday's local government election in Kano. Additionally, the new PDP leadership refuted alleged alignment with the Kwankwasiyya political movement in Kano. Addressing a press conference on Monday, the state Chairman, Hon. Yusuf Ado Kibiya, explained that the decision…
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The Federal Government says it is requesting the World Bank to support the extension of the Nigeria Community Action for Resilience and Economic Stimulus (NG-CARES) programme with an additional $500 million. The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning, Dr. Emeka Vitalis Obi, who disclosed this at the opening of the national peer learning…
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The Minister of Works, David Umahi, has stated categorically that the Federal Government needs over N19 trillion to enable it to construct 6,834 legacy and inherited road projects from the past seventeen to twenty years in the country. Umahi made the revelation during an update briefing in Abuja, saying that out of the figure, 230…
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The Mining Marshal of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps conducted a major crackdown on illegal mining sites in Nasarawa State on Monday. In a bid to intensify efforts against economic sabotage, the operation resulted in the arrest of three Chinese nationals and two Nigerians. Acting on credible intelligence, the Mining Marshals targeted an…
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A Police Inspector, Ozonwanji Joseph, responsible for the killing of a popular musician based in Enugu, Chikezie Okezie, popularly known as Igbo-Jah, has been dismissed from the force and will face prosecution. In statement by spokesperson of the Enugu State Police Command, DSP Daniel Ndukwe, the decision to dismiss Joseph was reached following an orderly…
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Bayelsa State Governor, Senator Douye Diri, has expressed his commitment to implement the recommendations and other matters arising from the final report of the Bayelsa State Oil and Environmental Commission. The governor, in a tense warning, said the government has resolved to sue International Oil Companies (IOCs) operating in the state over unmitigated oil pollution…
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President Bola Tinubu on Monday unveiled a four-year strategic plan aimed at transforming the National Lottery Trust Fund operations and maximising impact on good causes across Nigeria. This, President Tinubu said, is designed to reposition the National Lottery Trust Fund (NLTF) for greater efficiency and effectiveness. The event, held at the Banquet Hall of the…
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The Nigerian Senate has expressed optimism about the railway modernisation currently ongoing in the country. The Senate also stated that it will ensure every legislative process in favour of the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) to achieve its mandate on railway modernisation. Chairman of the Senate Committee on Land Transport, Adamu Aliero, stated this yesterday in…
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Erik ten Hag's rollercoaster reign as Manchester United manager came to an end on Monday after a disastrous start to the season saw the Red Devils slip to 14th in the Premier League table. Former United striker Ruud van Nistelrooy will take caretaker charge before a permanent successor to Ten Hag is appointed. AFP Sport…
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Stephen Abuwatseya, an e-hailing driver, has petitioned the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, accusing Alex Ikwechegh, a House of Representatives member, of physical assault and abuse of power. The incident, captured in a viral video, shows Ikwechegh, representing Aba North and South Federal Constituency, verbally and physically assaulting the driver for requesting him to step…