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      The Building Material International Market in Ogidi, Anambra State, was gutted by fire in the early hours of today March 11th. Though the cause of the fire is yet to be ascertained, however men of the state fire service are battling to completely put out the fire.More details later and more photos below.

       The Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed, said the revival of the Argungu Motor Rally, the traditional start of the annual Argungu International Fishing and Cultural Festival, is a testimony to the success of the Buhari Administration's efforts at restoring peace and security in the country. The Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed, stated this when he flagged off the 2020 Argungu Motor Rally at the Eagle Square in Abuja on Wednesday. The Minister, who represented President Muhammadu Buhari at the flag-off, also said the fact that only vehicles assembled in Nigeria are participating in the rally shows the Administration's commitment to building local capacity and diversifying the economy through manufacturing. He said another attribute of the Argungu Motor Rally is that it will promote tourism in the country. Alhaji Mohammed congratulated the government and people of Kebbi State for the revival of the Argungu ...

      CWGC honour the 1.7 million men and women of the Commonwealth forces who died in the First and Second World Wars. Reflecting on the past 50 years as President, The Duke said: “It has been, and continues to be, my privilege and honour to serve as President of the Commonwealth War Graves Commission. “I commend the vital work of the CWGC, through which the sacrifice of these brave men and women will be remembered for generations to come.” The Duke of Kent’s personal milestone coincides with the CWGC’s 700th meeting of its board of Commissioners. Over the course of those meetings, ground-breaking decisions were taken by people like Winston Churchill and Rudyard Kipling, which shaped remembrance of the war dead.More photos below.

      Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Wednesday received the management team of Lafarge Africa who came on a "thank you" visit to the Lagos State government for the Governor and his team's brilliant effort in combating the spread of Coronavirus. Governor Sanwo-Olu while receiving the team led by the Country Chief Executive Officer, CCEO Khaled El Dokani, at the Lagos House, Marina praised the organisation for its collaborative efforts towards stemming the spread of the virus after the first index case was discovered within its premises. He described as encouraging, the openness and supportive action of Lafarge from the first day till date, saying that it has led to quick arrest of the case in Nigeria. The Governor said he was happy to welcome the team thanking the company for their contribution over the years to the construction industry through their products. His words: “It is very unfortunate that we have it (Coronavirus) in our country but I w...

        Lagos State Government has issued a stern warning to uniform men flouting the State’s Transport Sector Reform Laws. It is illegal for any security operative in mufti to ride commercial motorcycles on routes where Okada and tricycles have been restricted, the Government said on Wednesday. The pronouncement was part of the issues discussed during a security meeting held at the State House in Marina. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu chaired the meeting, which was attended by Commanders of all security formations in the State. Briefing the press after the meeting, Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Mr. Gbenga Omotoso, said the enforcement of the restriction order would be executed with more force to completely keep Okada and tricycles away from the restricted routes. Members of the Security Council, the Commissioner said, frowned at a situation in which uniform men flouted the State’s Transport Sector Reform Laws, warning security operatives, especially...

      President Muhammadu Buhari has no involvement whatsoever in the dethronement of HRH Muhammadu Sanusi II from the position of Emir of Kano. All such insinuations are untrue, malicious and politically motivated. The President does not have a history of intervening in the affairs of any state in the country, unless the issue at hand is of national consequence. On such matters which impinge on national security, he has a duty o f involvement as the law stipulates. As outlined in the Constitution, the appointment or removal of emirs and other traditional leaders is strictly within the jurisdiction of state governments. It is unfair and disingenuous of opposition politicians to try to link the situation in Kano State to the federal government and the Nigerian President. Although a retired General and former Military Head of State, President Buhari clearly understands that under the current democratic dispensation, the government at the centre cannot read instructi...

      TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: The information posted below is important for us to understand changes in the laws of Anambra state. Pls read on: *Highlights of new Anambra State burial law* 1. All burial/funeral ceremonies of indigenous deceased persons *must* be registered with the town union of the deceased persons. Registration fee is NGN1,500 2. No person *must* erect any billboard, banner or posters of any kind of deceased persons in the State. 100k fine or 6 months jail term or both for violation. 3. Persons are allowed to erect only directional posts (such as the ones leading to the venue). Must not be erected before seven days to the burial date and must be removed not later than seven days after the burial date. 100k fine or 6 months jail term or both for violation. 4. Corpse *must* not be deposited in the mortuary or any other place beyond 2 months from the date of death. 100k fine or 6 months jail term or both for violation. 5. No blocking of roa...

      Today 105 Kidnappers, Armed Robbers, Gun Manufacturers, Drug Dealers Supplying Kidnappers all Arrested by IRT and STS Were Paraded before the Press by the Force Public Relations Officer in Abuja. Over 50 AK47 Rifles and other Dangerous Weapons, Drugs, Motor Cycles and Cars Modified to Conceal and Transport Rifles were all Recovered. Suspects Arrested Confessed to Multiple Kidnappings and Killings In Several States including the Attack on Luxurious Bus/Other Vehicles and Emi r Of Potiskum Convoy Along Zaria-Kaduna Road Last December were Several Persons were Kidnapped. More efforts in Progress to Arrest remaining gang members and recover more weapons while all Suspects arrested will be Prosecuted at the end of the Investigations. Kudos to Nigeria Police Force, Kudos To IGP Adamu Mohd and Kudos To IRT, STS and TIU. More photos below.

      The Kaduna State Government has appointed Muhammadu Sanusi II into the board of the Kaduna Investment Promotion Agency (KADIPA), about 24 hours after he was removed as Emir of Kano. A statement from Sir Kashim Ibrahim House said that “the appointment is part of the reconstitution of the board of KADIPA, which is statutorily chaired by the Deputy Governor, and has as internal members other senior officials of the Kaduna State Government.” The statement which was signed by Mr Muyiwa Adekeye, Special Adviser on Media and Communication on Tuesday, said that “Kaduna State hopes to benefit from the profile, experience, intellect and networks of His Highness, Muhammad Sanusi, who before becoming Emir, had built a solid reputation in global financial circles. “Malam Nasir El-Rufai said that Kaduna State is honoured to be able to call on the services of a man of such calibre to drive its development,’’ the statement added. The statement which said that El-R...

      Dear President and General Buhari, I am constrained to write to you this open letter. I decided to make it an open letter because the issue is very weighty and must be greatly worrisome to all concerned Nigerians and that means all right-thinking Nigerians and those resident in Nigeria. Since the issue is of momentous concern to all well-meaning and all right-thinking Nigerians, it must be of great concern to you, and collective thinking and dialoguing is the best way of finding an appropriate and adequate solution to the problem. The contents of this letter, therefore, should be available to all those who can help in proffering effective solutions for the problem of insecurity in the land. One of the spinoffs and accelerants is the misinformation and disinformation through the use of fake news. A number of articles, in recent days, have been attributed to me by some people who I believe may be seeking added credence and an attentive audience for their opinio...