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TARABA: POLICE COMMISSIONER CALLS FOR PEACEFUL COEXISTENCE BETWEEN HERDERS AND FARMERS. (PHOTO).

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 Taraba: Police Commissioner Calls for Peaceful Coexistence Between Herders and Farmers The Taraba State Commissioner of Police, Ukachi Peter Opara, has urged for greater peace and understanding between herders and farmers in the state. During a meeting with the leadership of the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN) in Jalingo on Thursday, Opara highlighted the importance of dialogue and cooperation for long-term development. He emphasized that peaceful coexistence between these groups is crucial for their livelihoods and for fostering economic growth and stability in the state and the nation. Opara commended MACBAN for its readiness to collaborate with the police in promoting peace and security in Taraba. He reassured that the police would continue to work diligently to protect lives and property and pledged to leave no stone unturned in maintaining peace and stability in the state. MACBAN Chairman, Alhaji Ya’u Ibrahim Barewa, expressed the association’s f...
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RIVERS STATE GOVERNMENT FLAGS OFF THE CONSTRUCTION OF RUMUOGBA FLYOVER BRIDGE TODAY.{PHOTOS}.#PRESS RELEASE.

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      The construction of the imposing Rumuogba Flyover Bridge in the heart of Port Harcourt has been flagged off by Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde. Performing the flag off on behalf of the Rivers State Government in a ceremony attended by Rivers Prominent Leaders and Traditional Rulers on Tuesday, the Oyo State Governor declared that Governor Nyesom Ezenwo Wike has developed a legacy of promises kept. The Rumuogba Flyover Bridge is one of the three flyover bridges that Governor Wike promised the good people of Rivers State during his inauguration for a second term. Governor Makinde said: "This is what the Rivers State Governor promised the people of Rivers State and he is delivering on his promise. "By paying 70percent in advance, Governor Wike is saying that there should be no variation. He has provided the yam, he has provided the knife and nothing should stop the peeling of the yam. "During his first term, Governor Wike was known as Mr Projects. Uptill ...
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3,000 WOMEN CONVERGE IN LAGOS TODAY FOR COWLSO CONFERENCE.{PHOTOS}.#PRESS RELEASE.

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      The need to fortify women with knowledge and skills that will make them relevant in modern economy tops the agenda of the Committee of Wives of Lagos State Officials (COWLSO) - a non-governmental organisation (NGO). At the opening ceremony of its ongoing 19th National Women Conference at the Eko Convention Centre in Victoria Island, the Convener and First Lady of Lagos, Dr. Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, said the Committee would be investing its energy and resources on implementing projects that specifically aim at strengthening the capacity of women and helping them to build resistance against disabilities that may limit their economic potential. The event with the theme: “Unlearn, Learn and Re-learn: 21st Century Women’s T.H.E.M.E.S Perspectives/Approach”, hosted more than 3,000 women and was graced by the Wife of the President, Dr. Aishat Buhari, Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila, ex-Lagos First Lady, Sen. Oluremi Tinubu, Governors of K...
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INEC FIXES DATES OF ELECTIONS FOR SABUWA STATE CONSTITUENCY, KOGI WEST SENATORIAL DISTRICT.{PHOTOS}.#PRESS RELEASE.

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      The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) met today 21st October 2019 and considered the timetable and dates of elections for the Sabuwa State Constituency of Katsina State and Kogi West Senatorial District. SABUWA STATE CONSTITUENCY OF KATSINA STATE 1. The Katsina State House of Assembly vide a letter with Reference Number KTSHA/PER/HON/124/VOL.1/24 dated 26th September 2019 notified the Commission of the death of Hon. Mustapha Abdullahi, who represented Sabuwa State Constituency of Katsina State and the subsequent declaration of vacancy by the Katsina State House of Assembly. 2. Following extensive consultations with stakeholders and a review of the security situation with the relevant security agencies, the Commission has fixed 30th November 2019 for the conduct of a bye-election for the State constituency. 3. The Commission will issue the Notice of Election on 23rd October 2019. The conduct of party primaries will take place between 24th Oc...
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ALLEGED N7.65BN FRAUD: EX-ABIA GOV,KALU KNOWS FATE DEC. 2,2019.{PHOTO}.

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      Justice Muhammed Idris sitting at the Federal High Court in Ikoyi, Lagos, has fixed December 2, 2019 for judgment in the case involving a former Governor of Abia State, Orji Uzor Kalu. Kalu is being prosecuted alongside his company, Slok Nigeria Limited, and Udeh Udeogu, his Director of Finance and Accounts at the Abia State Government House over an amended 39-count charge bordering on conspiring and diverting the  sum of N7.65bn from the coffers of the state.
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NAIRA MARLEY'S TRIAL STALLED AS DEFENSE DEMANDS MORE DOCUMENTS.{PHOTO}.

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     The trial of Afeez Adesina Fashola, popularly known as Naira Marley before Justice I. Nicholas Oweibo sitting in Federal High Court Ikoyi, Lagos was stalled today, Tuesday, October 22, 2019, as the defense counsel brought in a “motion on notice” asking the prosecution to front load more documents. The Nigeria artiste, Afeez Adesina Fashola was arraigned, on May 20, 2019 on an 11-count charge of credit card fraud p referred against him by the EFCC. The defendant, however, pleaded not guilty to all the charge leading to the commencement of trial.
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CELEBRITY 'ISMALIA MUSTAPHA A.K.A MOMPHA',ARRESTED BY THE EFCC FOR INTERNET FRAUD AND MONEY LAUNDERING.{PHOTOS}.#PRESS RELEASE.

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       The EFCC, Lagos Zonal office, has arrested a renowned Social Media celebrity, Ismaila Mustapha popularly known as Mompha for an alleged involvement in internet related fraud and money laundering. . . The suspect was arrested on Friday 18, October 2019 at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja on his way to Dubai Emirate following series of intelligence reports received by the Commission. . . According to the EFCC operatives, “actionable cross border intelligence received from collaborative law enforcement agencies about his alleged involvement in the criminal activities further strengthened our suspicion”. Ismaila allegedly perpetrates his fraudulent activities under the guise of being a Bureau de Change operator. . . Investigations have also revealed that Ismaila is only using the BDC business, he jointly owned with his siblings, as a decoy to launder his proceeds of crime.However, the suspect has volunteered useful information to the operatives an...
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NAF JETS NEUTRALIZE SEVERAL TERRORISTS AT BUKAR MERAM IN BORNO STATE.{PHOTOS}.#PRESS RELEASE.

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       In continuation of the sustained onslaught against terrorist elements in the Northeast of the Country, the Air Task Force (ATF) of Operation LAFIYA DOLE has neutralized several Islamic State of West Africa Province (ISWAP) fighters at Bukar Meram on the fringes of Lake Chad in the northern part of Borno State. The operation was executed yesterday, 21 October 2019, based on credible intelligence reports that   indicated a resumption of the use of the location to provide logistics support to the terrorists, using fishing activities as a cover. Accordingly, the ATF dispatched its attack aircraft to engage designated areas within the settlement. Before the strikes, over 35 terrorists were observed within the area of interest. The attack aircraft subsequently engaged the location in successive passes recording accurate hits on the target area, leading to the neutralization of several ISWAP fighters as well as the destruction of some of the structures. ...
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ZENITH CARAX BOSS 'OLAMILEKAN ADELANA' TO CHAIR 14TH LAGOS IKEJA CITY AWARD,8TH OF DECEMBER,2019.{PHOTO}.#PRESS RELEASE.

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    As the forthcoming Lagos Ikeja City Award gathers momentum  come 8th Sunday, December, 2019 the epoch making annual event will hold. Contrary to the normal ritual of giving awards, there will be a seminar like discourse that will focus on housing; one of the major problems being faced by Lagosians. To make it unique,  Hon. Toke Benson Awoyinka Special Adviser to Executive Governor of Lagos State Babajide Sanwo-Olu on housing will be the guest speaker, stakeholders in Real Estate and Housing range from individuals and Government experts will be there to educate and enlighten people. The theme for this year edition; REAL ESTATE BUSINESS IDENTIFYING KEY STAKEHOLDERS: How Can Government Be Involved, is basically to educate participants on Housing and its rudiments. According to the Convener ; Sola Olugbemiro, “Aims and objectives of an award ceremony shouldn’t be basically profit making. Avenue should be created to educate participants and let them gain one ...
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QUEEN ELIZABETH HOSTED THE 60TH ANNIVERSARY OF ''CRUSE BEREAVEMENT CARE ' YESTERDAY AT ST JAMES PALACE.{PHOTOS}.

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      The Queen, as Patron of   Cruse Bereavement Care , yesterday evening helped celebrate the charity’s 60th Anniversary at a reception held in St James’s Palace. Cruse offer free, confidential bereavement support, advice and information through a network of nearly 5,000 volunteers. The charity provide face-to-face, group, telephone, email and website support for adults, young adults and children experiencing loss. At tonight’s reception, Her Majesty met individuals who have been instru mental in providing bereavement support following devastating events, including 9/11 and the Grenfell Tower Fire - after which a team of Cruse volunteers were based at Grenfell’s Family and Friends Assistance Centre for nine months. The Queen was also introduced to current volunteers who were supported by Cruse after a bereavement, and were subsequently inspired to dedicate their time to helping others going through a similar experience.More photos below.
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PRESIDENT BUHARI RECEIVED A WARM WELCOME AS HEB ARRIVED RUSSIA LATE LAST NIGHT.{PHOTOS}.#PRESS RELEASE.

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          President Buhari arrives Sochi Russia ahead of the Russia-Africa Economic Forum on 22nd Oct 2019 Russia 2: President Buhari welcomed by Mayor of Sochi Anatoly Pakhomov and other Russian Government Officials as he arrives Sochi Russia ahead of the Russia-Africa Economic Forum on 22nd Oct 2019 Russia 5: President Buhari with Foreign Affairs Minister Geoffrey Onyeama, Nigerian Ambassador to Russia Amb. Steve Davies Ugbah, Governor Kayode Fayemi of Ekiti State and Governor Bello Matawalle of Zamfara shortly after arriving Sochi Russia ahead of the Russia-Africa Economic Forum on 22nd Oct 2019. President Muhamamdu Buhari Monday arrived at the Sochi International Airport, Russia, for a three-day inaugural Russia-Africa Summit and Economic Forum, which will focus on peace, security and development. The President’s plane touched the tarmac at 11.25pm (local time), and he was received by the Mayor of the City of Sochi, Anatoliy Nikolayevich Pakh...
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$9.6BN P&ID SCAM: EFCC ARRAIGNS TWO BRITISH NATIONALS.#PRESS RELEASE.

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    The EFCC, today October 21, 2019, arraigned two British nationals, James Richard Nolan and Adam Quinn (at large), before Justice Okon Abang of the Federal High Court, Abuja for their alleged complicity in the controversial $9.6bn arbitral award to Process and Industrial Development Limited by a United Kingdom commercial court. The defendants, both directors of Goidel Resources Limited, a Designated Non-Financial Institution (DNFI) and ICIL Limited, were docked on a 16 count- charge bordering on money laundering.
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EFCC ARRESTS FOUR SUSPECTED INTERNET FRAUDSTERS IN ABUJA.{PHOTOS}.#PRESS RELEASE.

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       The Cyber Crime Section of the EFCC, Abuja Zonal office, have arrested four suspected internet fraudsters in Abuja. The suspects, Chijioke Okwuosah, Emeka Basil, Ayian Chimere and elochukwu Godwill Oguonu were arrested during a sting operation in the early hours of Friday, October 18, 2019 at House 34 and 35, 31Road Efab Estate Lokogoma, Abuja, following intelligence reports received by the Commission about their alleged involvement in the criminal activity. Items recovered from the suspects at the point of arrest include mobile phones, laptops and 2 cars. The suspects will soon be charged to court.More photos below.
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