Free internet worth N24.2bn approved by FG for airports, varsities, markets

NewsNigeriaTechnologyFree internet worth N24.2bn approved by FG for airports, varsities, markets

By Uzoamaka Ikezue (Staff Reporter)March 30, 2023

The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved two contracts worth N24.20 billion for the provision of broadband to provide free internet in 75 public places, including 20 airports, tertiary institutions and markets nationwide to support micro, small and medium enterprises (SMEs). Professor Isa Ali Pantami, the Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, announced this on Wednesday while briefing State House reporters after the federal cabinet meeting presided over by President Muhammadu Buhari at the Presidential...

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Airline: Green Africa has launched zero naira fare campaign

NewsNigeriaTravelAirline: Green Africa has launched zero naira fare campaign

By Uzoamaka Ikezue (Staff Reporter)March 30, 2023

Green Africa airline has launched a zero Naira fare campaign on all its routes. According to a press statement by the airline customers would have the opportunity to fly for free to any of the eight destinations the airline currently serves while only paying airport taxes and other applicable charges estimated to be about N5,150. The statement noted that to participate in the campaign, customers should log on to Green Africa’s website, greenafrica.com and search for travel...

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U.S. Govt. reaffirms commitment to facilitate travel  for migrants, non-migrants

NewsNigeriaPoliticsU.S. Govt. reaffirms commitment to facilitate travel  for migrants, non-migrants

By Uzoamaka Ikezue (Staff Reporter)March 30, 2023

The Department of State has reaffirmed its committed to facilitate legitimate travel to the United States for both immigrant and nonimmigrant travelers. A statement made available to journalists on Wednesday, stated that the Department of State published a Final Rule regarding increases to certain nonimmigrant visa application (NIV) processing fees and the Border Crossing Card (BCC) for Mexican citizens age 15 and over.” According to the statement the increases were published in the Federal Register...

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Buhari approves the appointment of six permanent secretaries

NewsNigeriaPoliticsBuhari approves the appointment of six permanent secretaries

By Uzoamaka Ikezue (Staff Reporter)March 30, 2023

Following the recently conducted selection process, President Muhammadu Buhari, has approved the appointment of six new federal permanent secretaries in the federal civil service. Dr. Folasade Yemi-Esan, the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation made this known on Wednesday in Abuja. According to Yemi-Esan, the appointed permanent secretaries and their states of origin, are as follows: Mahmud   Adamu Kambari (Borno), Esuabana Nko Asanye A. (Cross River), Lamuwa Adamu Ibrahim (Gombe), Yakubu Adam Kofar-Mata (Kano), Oloruntola...

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NAFDAC warns Nigerians against use of bleaching cream 

HealthNewsNigeriaNAFDAC warns Nigerians against use of bleaching cream 

By Uzoamaka Ikezue (Staff Reporter)March 30, 2023

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has warned Nigerians against the use of bleaching cream, and urged journalists and entertainers within the South-East to join the agency in its current war against use of bleaching cream. Prof. Moji Adeyeye, the Director-General of NAFDAC made the call on Wednesday in Enugu during an address at the South-East Media Sensitisation Workshop on Dangers of Bleaching Creams and Regulatory Controls. Adeyeye, who was...

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Sickle Cell Foundation Nigeria (SCFN)  announces, Afolabi as new chairman

HealthNewsNigeriaSickle Cell Foundation Nigeria (SCFN)  announces, Afolabi as new chairman

By Uzoamaka Ikezue (Staff Reporter)March 28, 2023

Chief Tunde Afolabi, has been announced as the new chairman of Sickle Cell Foundation Nigeria (SCFN). Afolabi, who is the chairman and CEO of Amni International Petroleum Development Company Ltd was announced yesterday by the office of SCFN. According to the report from the office of SCFN, Chief Afolabi, a Director of SCFN, is a long-standing benefactor of the Foundation, who has played a very significant role in the Foundation’s programmes and initiatives – particularly...

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PDP Crisis: War has just begun in the party, Wike tells Ayu, others

NewsNigeriaPoliticsPDP Crisis: War has just begun in the party, Wike tells Ayu, others

By Uzoamaka Ikezue (Staff Reporter)March 28, 2023

Following the gale of suspension in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) after the general elections, Governor Nyesom Wike of Rivers State has told Senator Iyorchia Ayu, the national chairman of the party and those members supporting him to suspend some members of the party that the fight in the party has just begun. Wike made the remark on Monday  during the commissioning of Okoro Nu Odu community secondary school in Obio-Akpo Local Government Area of...

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PDP’s National Chairman, Ayu Suspended by his Ward

NewsNigeriaPoliticsPDP’s National Chairman, Ayu Suspended by his Ward

By Uzoamaka Ikezue (Staff Reporter)March 28, 2023

…As vote of no confidence is passed on him Senator Iyorchia Ayu, the national chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has been suspended by his ward in Benue State, accusing him of anti-party activities. Ayu, was on Sunday suspended by his Igyorov ward in Gboko Local Government Area (LGA) of Benue State over anti-party activities, stressing that his action took a serious toll on the party during the general elections. Recall that a few...

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We’ve no other state, join hands with me build Osun, Adeleke tells Oyetola

NewsNigeriaPoliticsWe’ve no other state, join hands with me build Osun, Adeleke tells Oyetola

By Uzoamaka Ikezue (Staff Reporter)March 28, 2023

Former Governor Adegboyega Oyetola of Osun state has been called upon by Senator Ademola Adeleke of Osun State to join hands with him to build Osun State, noting that they have no other state. Adeleke who spoke on Arise TV on Monday said that he called Oyetola after the Appeal Court judgment and up till now he has not responded. He however, said that the All Progressives Congress (APC) has every right to go to...

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Ex -Chief of General Staff, General Oladipo Oyeyinka Diya is dead

NewsNigeriaPoliticsEx -Chief of General Staff, General Oladipo Oyeyinka Diya is dead

By Uzoamaka Ikezue (Staff Reporter)March 26, 2023

The former Chief of General Staff under the late military head of state, General Sani Abacha, General Oladipo Oyeyinka Diya has died this morning a few days before his 79th birthday. According to a message confirmed by Olawale Adekoya, Special Adviser, Media and Strategy to the late General, Diya died at the early hour of Sunday. The message, which was signed on behalf of the family by Barrister Prince Oyesinmilola Diya stated that further announcement...

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