I’m Not Owing Edo LG Workers’ Salaries, Okpebholo Says

NewsNigeriaPoliticsI’m Not Owing Edo LG Workers’ Salaries, Okpebholo Says

Uzoamaka Ikezue (Staff Reporter)February 3, 2025

Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has denied claims that some local government workers are being owed salaries. The Governor debunked the claim in a press statement on Monday signed by his chief press Secretary, Mr. Fred Itua, where the governor stressed that the rumours were not only false but also mischievous and intended to mislead the public. Okpebholo called on the general public to ignore the claims, saying that he remains committed to workers’...

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FG Budgets ₦4.5 Billion to Purchase 150,000 HIV Treatment Packs

HealthNewsNigeriaFG Budgets ₦4.5 Billion to Purchase 150,000 HIV Treatment Packs

By Ezinwanne Onwuka (Senior Reporter)February 3, 2025

…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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Ojukwu Varsity responds to alleged petition by unnamed staffers to EFCC

EducationNewsNigeriaOjukwu Varsity responds to alleged petition by unnamed staffers to EFCC

Ebuka Onyekwelu (Staff Writer)February 3, 2025

The management of Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University has reacted to a frivolous report on an alleged petition against the Vice-Chancellor of the University, Prof. Kate Omenugha, filled by unnamed staffers of the university through their lawyer to the EFCC. The alleged petition which gained access to the social media through a blog post, has received knocks from various quarters. In a press statement by Dr. Harrison Madubueze the Public Relations Officer of the University, he...

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Tems’ ‘Love Me JeJe’ Wins Best African Music Performance at Grammys

LifestyleNewsNigeriaTems’ ‘Love Me JeJe’ Wins Best African Music Performance at Grammys

By Ezinwanne Onwuka (Senior Reporter)February 3, 2025

Nigerian singer Tems has made history by winning the ‘Best African Music Performance’ award at the 67th Grammys for her hit single ‘Love Me Jeje’. This marks her second Grammy win, following her previous award in 2023. ‘Love Me JeJe’ is a reimagined version of Seyi Sodimu’s 1997 classic, blending Afrobeats with contemporary R&B elements. The 67th Annual Grammy Awards, held on Sunday, 2 February 2025 at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, celebrated outstanding...

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Ebola: NCDC Intensifies Surveillance At Nigeria’s Entry Points

HealthNewsNigeriaEbola: NCDC Intensifies Surveillance At Nigeria’s Entry Points

Hassan Umar Shallpella (Regional Correspondent)February 3, 2025

Following confirmation of an Ebola outbreak in Uganda, the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention NCDC has intensified surveillance at Nigeria’s entry points, including airports. The agency has also advised Nigerians to avoid non-essential travel to affected countries. Dr. Jide Idris, NCDC Director-General in a public health advisory confirmed that there are no reported cases of Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) in Nigeria. The agency, according to him, has updated its emergency contingency plan, strengthened...

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VC Cautions Students Against Get-Rich-Quick Syndrome

EducationNewsNigeriaVC Cautions Students Against Get-Rich-Quick Syndrome

Hassan Umar Shallpella (Regional Correspondent)February 3, 2025

Newly admitted students of Elizade University, Ilara-Mokin, Ondo State have been cautioned against engaging in activities that could jeopardize their academic journey. The Vice-Chancellor of the University Prof. Kayode Ijadunola warned while speaking at the university’s 12th matriculation ceremony, urging them to uphold discipline and adhere to the institution’s rules and regulations. He advised the students to focus on their studies, and not to be distractions such as social media and the pursuit of quick wealth...

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Dangote Refinery Reduces Petrol Price to ₦890 Per Litre

EconomyNewsNigeriaDangote Refinery Reduces Petrol Price to ₦890 Per Litre

By Ezinwanne Onwuka (Senior Reporter)February 3, 2025

The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has announced a reduction in the price of Premium Motor Spirit, commonly known as petrol, from ₦950 to ₦890 per litre. The price adjustment takes effect from Saturday, 1st February 2025. A statement issued on Saturday by the refinery’s spokesperson, Anthony Chiejina, described the price review as a “strategic adjustment” influenced by positive developments in the global energy and gas markets, as well as a decline in international crude oil prices....

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NYSC DG Confirms Corps Members Will Receive ₦77,000 Allowance from February

EconomyNewsNigeriaNYSC DG Confirms Corps Members Will Receive ₦77,000 Allowance from February

By Ezinwanne Onwuka (Senior Reporter)February 3, 2025

The Director-General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Brigadier General Yushau Ahmed, has assured corps members that they will begin receiving ₦77,000 as their monthly allowance starting from February 2025. Ahmed gave the assurance while addressing the 2024 Batch ‘C’ Stream II corps members in Katsina State. The Federal Government had earlier announced an increase in the monthly allowance from ₦33,000 to ₦77,000 in response to the reviewed minimum wage and rising inflation. However,...

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US-Based Nigerian Cardiologist Dies by Suicide After Losing Child Custody Case

NewsNigeriaUS-Based Nigerian Cardiologist Dies by Suicide After Losing Child Custody Case

By Ezinwanne Onwuka (Senior Reporter)February 3, 2025

A 36-year-old United States-based Nigerian cardiologist, Dr Ikenna Erinne, has reportedly died by suicide after losing a child support case to his estranged wife. The tragic incident was said to have occurred on Sunday, 26 January 2025, following a prolonged legal battle over child custody and financial obligations. Reports indicate that a US court ruled in favour of Dr Erinne’s ex-wife, ordering him to pay $15,000 in monthly child support. A Nigerian-American, Clayton Udo, confirmed...

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NewsNigeriaOil & GasPoliticsPANDEF Condemns Exclusion Of Niger Delta In New Mini LNG Plants

Uzoamaka Ikezue (Staff Reporter)February 1, 2025

…Seeks Immediate Review Of Plan The sociopolitical body of the South-South region, Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF) has condemned the exclusion of the Niger Delta region in the siting of the newly launched five Mini Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) plants by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) and the Federal Government. According to a press statement on Saturday signed by the organisation’s National Spokesperson, Olorogun Dr. Obiuwevbi Ominimini, stated that despite being the primary...

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