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NOISE POLLUTION: LAGOS SEALS FIVE CHURCHES, 19 HOTELS. (PHOTO).

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 Noise pollution: Lagos seals five churches, 19 hotels The Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency has temporarily shut down no fewer than five churches and 19 hotels over noise pollution between March 23 and April 26  Calculations by our correspondent also showed that no fewer than four markets and shopping complexes were also shut down over noise pollution and other environmental infractions. The churches that have been temporarily sealed include St Monica’s Hall of Our Lady of Lord’s Catholic Church, Christ Rock of Fire Ministry, Wonderful Bible Prayer Ministries, God’s Porch Ministries, and an unnamed Catholic Church Some of the hotels affected are School2bar, Blue Seasons Hotel and Suites, Sulerious Lakeside Hotel, Monero Hotel and Suites, and Lekki Hotel and Suites. A post shared by the state Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, on his X account on Friday, said various establishments, including churches, bars, and hotels, in areas like Ifako-Ij
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NIGERIAN ARMY LOCATES GRAVE WHERE MISSING GENERAL WAS BURIED TODAY.{PHOTOS}.

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           The Nigerian Army said it has discovered a shallow grave where a missing major general, Muhammed Alkali, was buried after he was killed. The army said the body was later exhumed and reburied somewhere else by the killers, according to the information provided to it by some of the arrested suspects. According to the army, the shallow grave was confirmed by four independent sources in the community and also by sniffer dogs. Newsmen who visited the area of the shallow grave reports that there is a distance of one kilometre between the main road and the location of the grave. Mr Alkali was the immediate past chief of administration of the Nigerian Army. He was declared missing on September 3 when he was traveling from Abuja to Bauchi State. He is believed to have been killed by his abductors.Newsmen  reported how the car of the missing general was found weeks ago in the community’s pond after it was drained. A blood-stained T-shirt, a boxer short and a pair of shoes believ
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A MAN STRIPS NAKED TODAY TO RESIST 'ATMA ARREST IN AWKA,ANAMBRA STATE.{PHOTOS}.

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       According to a facebook user who post all these photos few hours ago with the caption '' It was a funny but sad event today as a driver of Eastern mass transit stripped unclad to resist ATMA (Anambra Traffic Management Agency) arrest as he offended the traffic rule by parking at a toll zone at Aroma flyover''.More photos below.
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READ INEC PRESS BRIEFING TODAY ON THE UPDATE FOR 2019 GENERAL ELECTIONS.{PHOTO}.#PRESS RELEASE.

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      MEDIA BRIEFING BY THE HON. CHAIRMAN, INDEPENDENT NATIONAL ELECTORAL COMMISSION (INEC), PROF. MAHMOOD YAKUBU, AT THE CONFERENCE ROOM, INEC HEADQUARTERS, ABUJA, ON FRIDAY 26TH OCTOBER 2018 Ladies and Gentlemen of the Press 1. I am delighted to welcome you to this briefing which is intended to provide an update on the implementation of activities for the 2019 general elections as well as the latest declaration of vacancies that require the Commission to conduct bye-elections. The Timetable for the 2019 General Elections Publication of Personal Details of Candidates 2. You will recall that on 9th January 2018, the Commission released the timetable and schedule of activities for the 2019 general elections. Fourteen (14) activities were identified based on the provisions of the 1999 Constitution (as amended), the Electoral Act 2010 (as amended) as well as the Commission’s guidelines and regulations. Three (3) of the fourteen (14) activities have been implemented. On 1
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KDSG MOURNS HRH AGOM ADARA,DR, MAIWADA GALADIMA WHO WAS KIDNAPPED AND KILLED.{PHOTO}.#PRESS RELEASE.

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       The Kaduna State Government regrets to announce the death of HRH AgomAdara, Dr. Maiwada Galadima. We mourn this quintessential traditional ruler who was killed by his abductors in the early hours of today. We are pained and heartbroken that criminal elements have taken away from us a man who did his best for peace and harmony in our state. The Kaduna State Government extends its condolence to the family of this revered leader a nd to the people of the chiefdom he led with dedication and commitment. Following the abduction of the royal father, the security agencies and the government worked strenuously to secure his release. Government is shocked and disappointed by this unfortunate development. The government of Kaduna State and security agencies will pursue justice for this revered man. Dr. Galadima was a man of peace, a traditional ruler who consistently made positive contributions for the peace and tranquillity in his Chiefdom and the entire state. He was a gentlema
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NIGERIA, TOO BIG AND DIVERSE TO BLINDLY SIGN AGREEMENTS WITHOUT UNDERSTANDING – PRESIDENT BUHARI.#PRESS RELEASE

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      President Buhari made the declaration when he received representatives of the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) led by its president, Mr Babatunde Ruwase, at the Presidential Villa. The President used the occasion of his audience with members of the LCCI to shine more light on his decision to inaugurate a Presidential Committee Monday this week to assess the potential costs and impact of the agreement establishing the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) for Nigeria. ‘‘Nigeria is still assessing the impact of this agreement on its backward integration and import substitution policies. ‘‘Specifically, the provisions on rules of origin and transhipment were matters of concern to us. ‘‘Already, some of the treaties we are party to have been significantly abused resulting in massive smuggling which has crippled many of our local industries and destroyed millions of jobs. ‘‘To avoid these past mistakes, we conducted vast consultations across the
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EFCC ARRAIGNS COLLEGE BOSS FOR FRAUD,OPERATING ILLEGAL INSTITUTION.{PHOTOS}.

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       The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Thursday, October 25, 2018, arraigned one Alfred Azemohor, Proprietor of Global College of Marine and Technology, Warri, before Justice E. Nwite of the Federal High Court sitting in Warri, Delta State on a one -count charge bordering on fraud and operating illegal institution. Nemesis caught up with Azemohor when a petition was sent to the EFCC by his vi ctims who have been made to part with their hard earned monies by the institution and in turn, issued fake certificates. Investigations reveled that Global College Of Marine and Technology, Warri, now known as Coastline Seafarers Academy started in 1999 and has been running programmes like normal accredited higher institutions. But the programmes were neither approved nor accredited by the National Board For Technical Education ( NBTE). Investigations also reveled the school has been awarding Diploma Certificates since 2012 and usually charges its students between
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2019: AMBODE DEMONSTRATED GRACE,HOLDS NO GRUDGES-GOV. BAGUDU.{PHOTOS}.#PRESS RELEASE.

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      Kebbi State Governor, Alhaji Atiku Bagudu on Thursday showered accolades on his counterpart in Lagos, Mr Akinwunmi Ambode for the high sense of maturity displayed in the wake of the political developments in the State, saying the latter demonstrated grace which has united the All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the 2019 elections. Speaking at the closing ceremony of the 18th National Women Conference of the Committee of Wives of Lagos State Officials (COWLSO) held at Eko Hotels and Suites, Victoria Island, Bagudu said while it was inevitable to offend people in life, Governor Ambode had since moved on and holds no grudges against anybody. Bagudu, who also commended Governor Ambode for achieving a lot for Lagos State, said history would be kind to him for his great works in the State. "My friend Ambode doesn't like to be praised; he is a very very private person and I always see a reflection of him in me that how does private people function in all our pu
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BENUE STATE GOVT DEMANDS JUSTICE FOR SEX-ABUSE VICTIM OCHANYA.{PHOTO}.#PRESS RELEASE

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     The Acting Governor of Benue State, Engineer Benson Abounu urges the police and judiciary to ensure that justice is done over the death of 13-year-old Elizabeth Ochanya Ogbaje, who died after being reportedly violated sexually. Engineer Abounu describes the act as inhuman, shameful and deserving of nothing less than appropriate punishment for the perpetrators. He says the Benue State Government will give the police necessary support towards the prosecution of the case to its conclusion, to serve as deterrent to others with similar evil tendencies. He says the mere thought of sexually molesting a minor is in itself condemnable, and stressed that those who take advantage of vulnerable persons in the society commit unpardonable sins against God and humanity. Engineer Abounu commiserates with the family of the late Ochanya and assures them that the death of their daughter will not go in vain. Ede Ogaba Ede Chief Press Secretary  Acting Governor, Benue State
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NIGERIAN ARMY HOLDS WORKSHOP WITH SOCIAL MEDIA INFLUENCERS AND BLOGGERS IN PORT-HARCOURT.{PHOTOS}.

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    The Department of Civil Military Affairs in partnership with Security Affairs Limited is holding a 2-day workshop with Social Media Bloggers, Influencers and Online Journalists to create public awareness on Nigerian Army’s activities, discuss the effects of fake news on national security, highlight the importance of correct narratives on security matters and to enable exchange of ideas on effective utilization of social media to enhance Peace and Security in Nigeria. Pictures below.More photos below.
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CHAIRPERSON,AFRICAN UNION COMMISSION AND OTHERS PAID PRESIDENT BUHARI A COURTESY VISIT TODAY.{PHOTOS}.

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       PRESIDENT MUHAMMADU BUHARI RECEIVES IN AUDIENCE CHAIRPERSON, AFRICAN UNION COMMISSION AND HIS DELEGATION AT THE STATE HOUSE IN ABUJA. PHOTO; SUNDAY AGHAEZE. OCT 26 2018. *President Muhammadu Buhari and Chairperson, African Union Commission, H.E Moussa Faki Mahamat at the State House Abuja. *President Muhammadu Buhari with (R-L), Chief of Staff, Mallam Abba Kyari, Nigerian Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr Geoffrey Onyeama, The Chairperson, African Union Commission, H.E Moussa Faki Mahamat, The Commissioner for Human Resources, Science and Technology of the African Union, commision, Prof. Sarah Anyang Agbor and other members of the delegation at the State House Abuja. PHOTO; SUNDAY AGHAEZE. OCT 26 2018.More photos below.
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