House Of Representatives To Investigate International Money Transfer

NewsNigeriaPoliticsHouse Of Representatives To Investigate International Money Transfer

Hassan Umar Shallpella (Regional Correspondent)March 6, 2024

The House of Representatives has resolved to investigate the national security implications of the current status of Cryptocurrency, blockchain, and other digital asset transactions. This followed the adoption of a motion by Rep. Isiaka Ibrahim (APC-Ogun), during plenary in Abuja, saying these exchanges enable money laundering by criminals and terrorists for their illicit activities. Moving the motion, Isiaka expressed concerns about the national security implications of cryptocurrency transactions through cryptocurrency exchanges including consumer and investor security....

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FG inaugurates working group on environmental, social standards enhancement project

EnvironmentNewsNigeriaFG inaugurates working group on environmental, social standards enhancement project

Uzoamaka Ikezue (Staff Reporter)March 5, 2024

The Federal Government (FG) has inaugurated a working group on environmental standards of the Sustainable Procurement Environmental and Social Standards Enhancement Project (SPESSE). The Minister of Environment, Balarabe Lawal while inaugurating the group yesterday in Abuja, said that the group represents a pivotal step in its collective commitment to environmental stewardship and sustainable development. Lawal stated that the initiative is integral to their broader goals of enhanced capacity for global competitiveness, economic growth and job creation....

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Oronsaye Report: Omeje appeals to Tinubu to review decision to merge AFIT with NDA

NewsNigeriaPoliticsOronsaye Report: Omeje appeals to Tinubu to review decision to merge AFIT with NDA

Uzoamaka Ikezue (Staff Reporter)March 5, 2024

The Federal Government’s decision to fully implement the ‘Oronsaye Panel’ report on public sector reform has been received with mixed feelings. Chidi Omeje of Security Digest appealed to President Bola Tinubu to review the decision to merge Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT), Kaduna, with the Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA). In a press statement on Tuesday, Omeje applauded the Tinubu-led Federal Government for its courage in deciding to implement the audacious report. He said, “Be...

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Soludo celebrates ex-President Obasanjo At 87

NewsNigeriaSoludo celebrates ex-President Obasanjo At 87

Uzoamaka Ikezue (Staff Reporter)March 5, 2024

Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo of Anambra State has expressed warm felicitations to ex-President Olusegun Obasanjo on the occasion of his 87th birthday on Tuesday. A congratulatory message signed by Christian Aburime, Press Secretary to the Governor, stated that the Governor observed with profound admiration and appreciation that President Obasanjo remains a towering figure in Nigerian and African history. Soludo stated that President Obasanjo’s journey has been marked by remarkable achievements, unparalleled dedication to public service,...

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EconomyNewsNigeriaFederal Government To Commence Distribution Of 42,000 Metric Tonnes Of Grains

Ije Ulasi (Regional Correspondent)March 5, 2024

The Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Senator Abubakar Kyari has announced that the Federal Government will commence the distribution of 42,000 metric tonnes of grains directed by President Bola Tinubu will across the 36 states this week. The minister made this known through a post on his official handle on X on Monday said in addition to the grains, 58,500 metric tonnes of milled rice sourced from mega rice millers will also be released...

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Police Bans POS Operations in their Stations, Facilities Nationwide

NewsNigeriaPolice Bans POS Operations in their Stations, Facilities Nationwide

Hassan Umar Shallpella (Regional Correspondent)March 5, 2024

The Nigeria Police Force has banned the use of Point Of Sales, POS machines and other electronic mobile money transaction devices from all stations and other police facilities nationwide. A statement issued on Monday by the Force Spokesman, Olumuyiwa Adejobi said the decision followed public outcry on alleged illegal and illicit transactions through POS within police formations. The statement noted that the ban was aimed at preserving the integrity and security of police operations and...

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Zamfara: Hospital Workers Locks Out Patients as they Protest Over Unpaid Salaries

HealthNewsNigeriaPoliticsZamfara: Hospital Workers Locks Out Patients as they Protest Over Unpaid Salaries

Hassan Umar Shallpella (Regional Correspondent)March 5, 2024

Taula Security Guards and AIB Cleaners have locked out both patients and staff of the Specialist Hospital, Gusau, Zamfara State protesting over nonpayment of their 11 months’ salaries. The workers, who are staff of private companies, locked the main entrance of the facility during the protest. Amongst the staff locked out are the medical director of the hospital, other staff and patients in emergency. Alhaji Abubakar Abubakar, an assistant supervisor of the guards, said they...

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Enugu First Lady Awards Scholarship to 3 Siblings after Mother’s Tragic Death

NewsNigeriaEnugu First Lady Awards Scholarship to 3 Siblings after Mother’s Tragic Death

Ije Ulasi (Regional Correspondent)March 5, 2024

Mrs. Nkechinyere Mbah, wife of the Enugu State Governor has directed the Commissioner for Ministry of Children, Gender and Social Development, Mrs. Ngozi Enih, to intensify sensitization programs on depression even as she urges depressed persons to seek early help to avoid tragic ends. Mbah stated this at the Ogui Police Station Enugu where three (3) children who recently lost their mother are in custody. The 3 under seven years old siblings’ mother was crushed to death...

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Dangote weeps over Wigwe’s demise and immortalises the late banker

NewsNigeriaDangote weeps over Wigwe’s demise and immortalises the late banker

By Ezinwanne Onwuka (Senior Reporter)March 5, 2024

It was an emotional moment for business mogul Aliko Dangote at the night of tribute for the late Chief Executive Officer of Access Holdings, Herbert Wigwe held last night at Eko Hotel in Lagos. The event was tagged, “Celebrating Herbert Wigwe’s Professional Legacy.” Pilot News reported that Wigwe, his wife, son, and Abimbola Ogunbanjo, a former chair of the Nigerian stock exchange, were killed in a helicopter crash in California on Friday, 9 February. At...

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SSANU, NASU threaten to shutdown all universities

EducationNewsNigeriaSSANU, NASU threaten to shutdown all universities

By Ezinwanne Onwuka (Senior Reporter)March 5, 2024

The Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities, SSANU, and the Non-academic Staff Union of Education and Associated Institutions, NASU, have threatened a total shutdown of the universities in the country. The unions have given the government one week — this week — to clear the backlog of unpaid salaries for the last four months. SSANU and NASU accuse the government of neglecting an agreement made in 2022 and treating the unions with “disdain” by showing...

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