Taraba State Bans Canoe From Overloading, Night Journeys

NewsNigeriaTaraba State Bans Canoe From Overloading, Night Journeys

Hassan Umar Shallpella (Regional Correspondent)September 14, 2023

Following reported cases of boat mishap in some parts of the country, the Association of Inland Water Transporters in Taraba State has banned journeys and overload in all He stated that overloading and night journeys were major causes of boat mishaps, adding that when avoided, incidents of boat accidents would be reduced. He also stated that the rescue operation when boats capsized in the night was very difficult and led to higher casualties. Agency (NIWA)...

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Troops Kill 817 Terrorists, Rescued 721 Hostages, Nabs 1, 326 Criminals in 3 Months

Crime & SecurityNewsNigeriaTroops Kill 817 Terrorists, Rescued 721 Hostages, Nabs 1, 326 Criminals in 3 Months

Hassan Umar Shallpella (Regional Correspondent)September 14, 2023

In the last three months, the armed forces of Nigeria have killed 817 terrorists, apprehended 1,326 criminals, and rescued 721 hostages in different operations across the country. The Director, Defence Media Operations Defence Headquarters Maj.-Gen. Edward Buba, made this known while briefing newsmen on military operations across the country on Thursday in Abuja. Buba said those apprehended included 42 kidnappers, 231 terrorists’ collaborators, 33 armed robbers, 80 cattle rustlers, 325 militias, 27 rail vandals, 73...

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Why is Enugu State Attractive to the International Community?

ColumnsNigeriaOpinionPoliticsWhy is Enugu State Attractive to the International Community?

Ebuka Onyekwelu (Staff Writer)September 13, 2023

“It is hard for the international community to ignore such a fine blend of talent, competence, and influential individuals…” —Ebuka Onyekwelu The Governor of Enugu State has pulled the most unexpected strings since their assumption to office, about three months ago. Without any doubt, Enugu has been restored as the melting pot of the best of the Southeast geo-political zone.  It is even more or less magical when one observes the state governor’s demeanor and...

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Nigeria Immigration Service Clears 60,000 Passport Backlogs In Four Days 

NewsNigeriaPoliticsNigeria Immigration Service Clears 60,000 Passport Backlogs In Four Days 

Hassan Umar Shallpella (Regional Correspondent)September 13, 2023

The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has cleared 60,000 passport backlogs within four working days. The action was in response to the directives given to the Service last week Thursday by the Minister of Interior to clear all pending passport applications. The Minister of Interior, Hon. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo confirmed this Tuesday in Abuja while receiving the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Dr Betta Edu, on a courtesy call. Alao Babatunde, the Special Adviser on Media...

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Mitchel Ihezue to represent Nigeria at ‘Miss Universe’ 2023 in El Salvador

LifestyleNewsWorld NewsMitchel Ihezue to represent Nigeria at ‘Miss Universe’ 2023 in El Salvador

By Ezinwanne Onwuka (Senior Reporter)September 12, 2023

Mitchel Ihezue has been crowned the winner of the Miss Universe Nigeria, MUN, 2023 pageant, becoming Nigeria’s candidate for the upcoming 72nd Miss Universe beauty pageant in El Salvador. Ms. Ihezue faced stiff competition, triumphing over 36 other talented contestants, each representing a Nigerian state and the nation’s capital, Abuja, to secure the coveted automatic passport to El Salvador. She represented Imo State. The grand finale of the MUN event took place at the Eko...

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Enugu Govt. Lauds Move as UK Opens Visa Submission Centre in Enugu

NewsNigeriaPoliticsEnugu Govt. Lauds Move as UK Opens Visa Submission Centre in Enugu

Ije Ulasi (Regional Correspondent)September 12, 2023

The Enugu State Government has commended the opening of a new temporary Submission Centre for United Kingdom Visas in Enugu State. A statement signed by the Secretary to the State Governor, Prof. Chidiebere Onyia, states the State Government received the news with delight and satisfaction as the synergy will enhance economic partnership and cultural exchanges between Enugu State and the United Kingdom. “The Enugu State Government therefore looks forward to a strong, mutually beneficial relationship...

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Akintola Williams’ demise, end of an era, Gov. Abiodun mourns

NewsNigeriaAkintola Williams’ demise, end of an era, Gov. Abiodun mourns

By Uzoamaka Ikezue (Staff Reporter)September 11, 2023

Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State has mourned the demise of Pa Akintola Williams, Nigeria’s pioneer Chartered Accountant, describing it as the end of an era. It will be recalled that Akintola died on Monday morning at his residence in Lagos at the age of 104. Gov. Abiodun, in a statement he personally signed, praised the immeasurable contributions of the late Accountant to the field of Accountancy, stressing that his impact in the profession will...

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U.S. President Biden meets Tinubu at G20 Summit, commends his strong leadership

NewsNigeriaPoliticsU.S. President Biden meets Tinubu at G20 Summit, commends his strong leadership

By Ezinwanne Onwuka (Senior Reporter)September 11, 2023

President Joe Biden met with Nigerian President Bola Tinubu on Sunday on the sidelines of the just-concluded G20 Summit in New Delhi, India. A statement by the U.S. Mission in Nigeria said the engagement between the two leaders was to deepen the U.S.-Nigeria relationship and the “longstanding friendship between our two countries and peoples.” “President Biden welcomed the Tinubu administration’s steps to reform Nigeria’s economy and thanked President Tinubu for his strong leadership as the...

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Over 24 Corpses Recovered, 30 Persons Rescued In Boat Mishap In Niger State

NewsNigeriaOver 24 Corpses Recovered, 30 Persons Rescued In Boat Mishap In Niger State

Hassan Umar Shallpella (Regional Correspondent)September 11, 2023

The Niger State Government has confirmed that over 24 corpses mostly women and children have been recovered and 30 persons rescued in a boat mishap that occurred between Jebba and Kainji dam in Gbajibo village of Mokwa Local Government Council of Niger state. Acting Director General of Niger State Emergency Management Agency NSEMA, Garba Salihu confirmed this in a statement issued to Newsmen in Minna, adding that officials of the agency and that of Mokwa...

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Upcoming FITCC Conference – One-on-One with the Event Facilitator, Linda Anukwuem

BusinessNewsNigeriaUpcoming FITCC Conference – One-on-One with the Event Facilitator, Linda Anukwuem

PilotnewsSeptember 10, 2023

…Says the event will validate demand for a Nigerian Consulate in Houston The President of AIX LLC, the Houston-based facilitator of the FITCC Conference, Linda Anukwuem walked into the newsroom to shed light on a two-day international conference expected to attract a diverse group of entrepreneurs and industry leaders in America’s fourth largest city, Houston. Ms. Anukwuem spoke to WAP’s Editorial Board Co-chair, Dr. Anthony Ogbo. Below is the transcript: Come October 24-25, the Fidelity...

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