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       Acting President Yemi Osinbajo visited the site of the collapsed building, this evening, in Utako, Abuja.   A source said that emergency services are responding at the scene where a four-storey building has entirely collapsed in the Jabi area of Abuja,near Obafemi Awolowo Way and Solomon Lar Rd.Initiak reports indicate that at least two people have been killed,and three people have been transported to a nearby hospital,while an estimated 18 people are believed to be trapped under the rubble and debris.Expect increased activity and localized disruptions in the area as the search and rescue operation continues at the scene. More details and more photos below.

     His  Excellency Umaru Tanko Almakura has tasked the media to ensure professionalism and fact based reportage, calling on them to continue to live up to the very high standard and balanced reportage expected from media professionals. Gov. Almakura disclosed this through the General Director General (Strategic Communication and Press Affairs) Mr. Yakubu Lamai who commenced a working tour of media organizations in Nasarawa State for the purpose of familiarization and to strengthen the relationship between Nasarawa State government under the stewardship of Governor Almakura and the media in the state and to specifically solicit the professional support of media organizations towards balanced media coverage prior to the 2019 Elections and constructive analysis of government actions and programs in Nasarawa State. Briefs from the Visits: NTA Lafia Channel 9 The Director General was received by The General Manager Hamza Musa Makarfi , who appreciated th...

     Kehinde Fajana is a hardworking man, he is the Managing Director of highflying Eliezer Investments Limited, the company in charge of the ongoing redevelopment of Ogba retail market. In this brief interview, he talks about himself and his business. Enjoy reading. Can we know briefly about you sir? I am Kehinde Fajana, the Chief Executive Officer of Eliezer Investments Limited a family business born out of the general condition of our great country Nigeria, Eliezer Investments Limited was established to serve human beings and to give the best to the people. Tell us about Eliezer Investments Ltd Eliezer Investments Ltd is into production of household items and Paints along the line, we ventured into real estate and began to develop small houses and shops for people. When the Mega City project started, we looked at it and thought of how we could come in, so we approached Ojodu Local Council Development Area and informed them that we wanted to be part of t...

      The Tiv Traditional Council (Ijir Tamen), today unanimously agreed to stand by Governor Ortom in the implementation of the Open Grazing Prohibition and Ranches Establishment Law. The Council made its positon known at its meeting in Gboko, the traditional headquarters of the Tiv nation. The traditional rulers stated that if Governor Ortom would be crucified because he chose to resist the invasion and occupation of his land, they were ready to be crucified with him. They urged the Governor to stand firm and resist any attempt to surrender the land to herders under whatever guise. The decision of the Tiv supreme council was taken after the Tor Tiv, Professor James Ayatse conducted a voice vote which saw representatives of all intermediate areas of Tiv land, namely: Jemgbagh, Jerchira, Kwande, Sankera and MINDA unanimously rejecting any attempt to suspend the ranching law of the state. The paramount ruler cautioned Tiv sons and daughters against poli...

      The Lagos State Government on Thursday totally played down a report on social media alleging that Governor Akinwunmi Ambode was making some moves against non-indigenes especially Igbos in the State, saying the report was baseless, mischievous and irresponsible. Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Mr. Kehinde Bamigbetan in a statement, said the claims in the said report were nothing but absolute falsehood and a mere figment of the imagination of unscrupulous persons who concocted it. The report had alleged that the Governor had outlawed the position of Eze Ndi-Igbo in Lagos and was making other moves against non-indigenes. The report, which did not state the event where the Governor allegedly made such pronouncements, also quoted the Governor as saying that Lagos was not a colonial settlement, but owned by the Yorubas. Describing the contents of the alleged report as laughable and ridiculous, Bamigbetan said Governor Ambode had clearly emphasis...

      Lagos State Government has declared that it has not privatised water supply, neither has it awarded water privatisation contract to any organisation, saying that the Public Private Partnership (PPP) model initiated in the water sector was still at bidding stage. The Managing Director, Lagos Water Corporation - Engr. Muminu Badmus made this known on Thursday at Ijora while debunking some online media reports that the State government had  awarded water privatisation contract to a discredited company, stressing that such insinuations were at best preemptive as the government had only shortlisted a number of reputable companies, none of which was yet to get the contract. He explained that the Lagos Water Corporation had publicly advertised an Expression of Interest (EOI) which attracted seven local and international firms, out of which four firms were shortlisted following a rigorous and transparent process. The Managing Director assured Lagosians that t...

        THE Commissioner of Police in Abia State, Mr Anthony Ogbizi, on Thursday paraded suspected homosexuals, who were arrested by security agents in Aba, the commercial hub of the state. The suspects were identified as Fred Ndubuisi, Anyanwu Chidera, Kamsiriochukwu Onuoha, Anderson Emeruwa , Sampson Nwadike and Nnadi Promise. Ogbizi disclosed that the suspects were arrested at City Gobal Hotel in Aba at about 2am. A statement by the state police command stated that the suspects were nabbed following a distress call from the manger of the hotel. The statement added that the hotel manger alleged that the suspects were seen kissing one another at the hotel bar by an employee, who reported the incident to the management. It was further gathered that the manger went to one of the hotel rooms, where two of the suspects had checked in earlier and discovered that they were six in the room, romancing and kissing one anothers. According to the police...

      1. The Nigerian Army on Wednesday 15 August 2018 at the Army Headquarters Conference Room, conducted a test for its senior officers in Hausa, Igbo and Yoruba languages. The test which has 50 senior officers in attendance is part of the Nigerian Army’s effort towards ensuring that all personnel are proficient in the use of the three major Nigerian languages. 2. The test came after eight months of intensive lecture organised by the Army Headquarters for the senior officers. It is believed that understanding these languages will aid the troops while carrying out their constitutional roles particularly during internal security operations across the country. This will also enhance mutual cooperation between the Nigerian Army and the general public. 3. Senior officers that participated in the test include, the Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Lieutenant General Tukur Yusufu Buratai, Principal Staff Officers of the Army Headquarters, Corps Commanders, Directors, among ot...

      OFFICE OF THE PERMANENT SECRETARY MINISTRY OF INTERIOR PRESS RELEASE The FederalGovernment has declared Tuesday 21st and Wednesday 22nd August as Public Holidays to mark the 2018 Eid-El-Kabir celebration. The Hon. Minister of Interior, Lt. Gen (Rtd) Abdulrahman Bello Dambazau, Ph.D, CFR who made the declaration on behalf of the Federal Government enjoined Nigerians to use the period to embrace the virtues of love and sacrifice for the unity and development of the nation. He called on Nigerians both at home and abroad to support the administration of President Muhammadu Buhari in its determination in ensuring a peaceful and united Nigeria. The Minister wishes Nigerians Happy Eid-El-Kabir celebration. Dr. Mohammed Bello Umar Permanent Secretary 16 August, 2018