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…Announces Plans To Establish  Media Enhancement Bill Committee Alhassan Yahya, President of the Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ), has sought unity among journalists across Nigeria to collectively transform the media landscape. While speaking at a reception organised in honour of the immediate past NUJ President, Chris Isiguzo, in Abuja on Friday, Yahya stressed the importance of cooperation in addressing the challenges within the profession, particularly in the areas of remuneration and media protections. “We’re all...

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Adamawa State Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, in a colorful ceremony, presented the staff of office to the newly appointed First Tol Huba, Barrister Alheri Bulus Nyako, marking the culmination of over 120 years of struggle. Speaking at the event held in Hong Local Government Area, Governor Fintiri charged the new Tol Huba to see himself as a leader for all, urging him to ensure inclusivity and fairness in his reign. The governor said the creation...

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The General Superintendent of the Holy Spirit Mission, Ikeja, Lagos, Bishop Charles Ighele, has called for a ban on Valentine’s Day celebration in Nigeria, citing its association with immorality. Speaking in an interview in Lagos, Bishop Ighele argued that the essence of the celebration had been distorted, shifting from humanitarian acts to an event that promotes romantic and sexual indulgence. “Valentine’s Day is a Deception” The cleric described Valentine’s Day as a deception from the...

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Nigerian Afrobeats star, Temilade Openiyi, alias Tems, has joined Major League Soccer (MLS) side San Diego F.C. as a part owner, making her the first African female musician to own a stake in a top-flight football club in the United States. The club announced her involvement on Wednesday, stating that she joined through her company, The Leading Vibe, in partnership with Pave Investments, an African private investment firm. “We Are Delighted to Have Tems” –...

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Sokoto State Governor Ahmed Aliyu says the government is set to create additional Ramadan feeding centres for the destitute across the state during the forthcoming Ramadan fast. Governor Aliyu disclosed this while commissioning the remodeled Ruggar Wauru Jumu’at Mosque in the state, explaining that his administration had so far renovated and constructed several mosques and Islamiyya schools. He said: “Preparations are in top gear for the commencement of the 2025 Ramadan feeding program in the state....

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Kano State governor Alhaji Abba Yusuf has declared that his administration is determined to eradicate polio by June 2025. Abba stated this while opening an orientation training organized by the state Ministry of Health for health personnel, 44 local government chairmen, and Kano Emirate in Kaduna. The governor, represented by his deputy, Aminu Abdulsalam Gwarzo, noted that the challenge of tackling the health issues is a task the government of Kano will pursue to its...

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The Kebbi State Government is to sponsor a mass wedding for 300 couples across the state scheduled for Feb. 27 and approved N54m for the 300 beneficiaries. Alhaji Suleiman Argungu, Chairman of the Organizing Committee told newsmen in Birnin Kebbi that the wedding is organized in collaboration with Nafisa Nasir Charity Development Foundation, an NGO. Argungu disclosed that various committees had been set up with specific tasks such as pregnancy test, genotype test, HIV/AIDS test...

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The Medical and Dental Consultants Association of Nigeria, MDCAN, has applauded President Bola Tinubu for approving an increment in the retirement age for medical consultants from 65 to 70 years and other core skilled/clinical healthcare workers. Prof. Mohammad Aminu, MDCAN President made the position of the Association while speaking with journalists in Jos, the Plateau State capital. According to him, the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Muhammad Pate, who played the critical...

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The Nigerian film industry is mourning the loss of veteran actor and academic, Dr Columbus Irosanga, who has died. Renowned for his compelling portrayals of native doctors and traditional chiefs, Irosanga was a prominent figure in Nollywood. Born in Okrika, Rivers State, Irosanga was not only an accomplished actor but also a respected academic. He served as a senior lecturer in the Department of Theatre Arts at the University of Port Harcourt, contributing significantly to...

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…Launches $1bn HOPE Programme for Healthcare Reform The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved ₦4.5 billion for the purchase of HIV treatment packs to support Nigerians living with HIV/AIDS. This approval comes after the United States government granted an emergency humanitarian waiver, reversing an earlier decision to pause funding for HIV treatment in developing countries, including Nigeria. The funding freeze had been introduced under US President Donald Trump as part of a broader review of...

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