Kogi, Imo, Bayelsa Guber: Police assures of adequate preparations and violence-free polls

…Promises to hunt down Rivers DPO killers Kayode Egbetokun, the Inspector-General of Police (IGP) has said, that the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) is adequately prepared to ensure a violence free as well as credible gubernatorial elections in Bayelsa, Kogi and Imo states in November 11, 2023. Egbetokun gave this assurance to residents of the three states on Thursday during a Strategic Meeting with Police Managers at the Force Headquarters, Abuja, stressing that the Police high command...

Nigerian-born US deputy treasury secretary, Wally Adeyemo to visit Nigeria

The United States Deputy Treasury Secretary, Wally Adeyemo, is anticipated to be in Nigeria next week to reinforce economic ties between Africa’s most populous nation and the US. This visit marks a crucial step in President Biden’s commitment to deepening the US engagement with Africa. The administration once pledged to invest $55 billion over the next three years in the continent, reflecting its growing strategic importance. The visit is particularly significant for Adeyemo because it...

Nigerian military boasts of killing 151 terrorists, arresting 456 others in one week

Nigerian Army says it is winning the war against the insurgency that has crippled the widely-acclaimed Giant of Africa for nearly a decade. The Defence Headquarters, at a press briefing in Abuja on Thursday, said the military has eliminated 151 terrorists, nabbed 456 others and rescued 76 kidnapped victims in different operations across the country in the last week. Troops also recovered 501 weapons, 3,577 livestock, 3,269 assorted kinds of ammunition and 674 other equipment...

50 Communities May Witness Flooding This Month – NEMA

The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) says 50 communities may likely witness heavy rainfall that would lead to flooding between Sept. 13 and 17, 2023. Mr Ibrahim Farinloye, NEMA Lagos Territorial Coordinator made this known in a statement on Wednesday in Lagos. Farinloye said communities likely to be affected are Sumaila and Kunchi in Kano State, Argungu in Kebbi State, Bindawa, Jibia, Kaita, Katsina in Katsina State, Kontagora, Mashegu, and New Bussa in Niger and...

Taraba State Bans Canoe From Overloading, Night Journeys

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)...

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

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...

Why is Enugu State Attractive to the International Community?

“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...

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

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...

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

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...

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

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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