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PSC PROMOTES OVER 8,000 POLICE OFFICERS. (PHOTO).

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 PSC Promotes Over 8,000 Police Officers On Wednesday, the Police Service Commission (PSC) approved the promotion of 8,053 senior police officers. Earlier in the week, 11 Commissioners of Police were promoted to the rank of Assistant Inspectors General (AIGs), and 16 Deputy Commissioners of Police (DCPs) were elevated to the rank of Commissioners of Police (CPs). Additionally, 21 Assistant Commissioners of Police (ACPs) were promoted to DCPs, and 57 Chief Superintendents of Police (CSPs) moved up to Assistant Commissioners (ACPs). According to a statement by the PSC's spokesperson, Ikechukwu Ani, the total number of promotions included 1,348 Superintendents of Police (SPs) promoted to Chief Superintendents, 876 Deputy Superintendents of Police (DSPs) promoted to Superintendents, and 5,829 Assistant Superintendents of Police (ASPs) promoted to DSPs. Among those promoted were Anjuguri Manzah, DCO at Onne Port Division; Ihunwo Josephine, Zonal Public Relations Officer, Zone 13 Ukpo; M...

STATE BROADCAST BY THE DEPUTY GOVERNOR OF KADUNA TODAY ON THE ACTIVITIES OF THE COVID-19 TASK-FORCE.{PHOTO}.#PRESS RELEASE.

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      Text of State Broadcast by Dr. Hadiza Sabuwa Balarabe, Deputy Governor of Kaduna State on the update of the activities of of Kaduna State COVID 19 TASK-FORCE, Friday, 3rd April 2020 Dear people of Kaduna State, I find it necessary to address you yet again, on the greatest Public Health challenge of the 21st century. The Coronavirus pandemic apart from being a health issue has brought on significant socio-economic challenges, with great impact on livelihoods of individuals, communities and countries at large. Given the several dimensions the pandemic has taken, State and federal Governments across the world have been instituting extraordinary measures to contain the scourge. On 26th March, 2020, I made the 2nd state broadcast but 3rd within a week, where Coronavirus was declared a dangerous infectious disease, within the context of the Quarantine Act. Consequently, in exercise of the powers vested in the Governor by the 1999 Constitution(as amended), Sections...

GBAJABIAMILA SALUTES OSHIOMHOLE AT 68.{PHOTO}.#PRESS RELEASE.

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       The Speaker of the House of Representatives Rep. Femi Gbajabiamila has congratulated the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Adams Oshiomhole, on his 68th birthday. Gbajabiamila said Oshiomhole's sterling leadership qualities as the APC National Chairman have contributed tremendously in stabilizing the party since his coming on board in July, 2018. In a congratulatory message by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Lanre Lasisi, the Speaker said Oshiomhole has proven to be one committed Nigerian, who continues to work tirelessly in moving the country forward. Describing the APC National Chairman as a pragmatic leader, the Speaker said: "On this day, I join millions of Nigerians, especially members of our party, the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), in congratulating and celebrating our National Chairman on his 68th birthday. "Right from his days as a labour leader to his period as an elected governor of Edo State fo...

PRESIDENT BUHARI DIRECTS ARMY TO SUPPORT POLICE ACTION AGAINST BANDITS IN SOKOTO AND PLATEAU STATES FOLLOWING ATTACKS.{PHOTO}.#PRESS RELEASE.

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      President Muhammadu Buhari has directed the Nigerian Army to join the Police and flush out bandits from forests around the country, particularly in the areas that witnessed recent attacks. The President gave the directive in response to the killing of 22 people in Sokoto State, whose community was attacked by armed bandits as well as the reported killing of 10  others in Bassa Local Government Area of Plateau State. In a quick response, the Chief of Army Staff, Lt-Gen. Tukur Buratai has already got in touch with the General Officers Commanding the army formations in the affected states, directing them to reinforce the police efforts to track the bandits and bring them to justice. President Buhari also commiserated with the governments and people of the two states, assuring Governors Aminu Tambuwal and Simon Lalong of the federal government’s support in bringing an end to the spate of attacks in the regions. He prayed that Allah would comfort those who lost b...

PERSONNEL WELFARE: NAF PROVIDES ADDITIONAL ACCOMMODATION FOR AIRMEN IN KAINJI.{PHOTOS}.#PRESS RELEASE.

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       As part of efforts aimed at enhancing the welfare of personnel for effective service delivery, the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) today, 3 April 2020, commissioned 3 newly remodelled and renovated blocks of 10 x single-bedroom flats for Non-Commissioned Officers (NCOs) at the 407 Air Combat Training Group (407 ACTG), Kainji. The project, which was executed through direct labour by the NAF Directorate of W orks, is expected to cater for the housing needs of at least 30 personnel and their families, thereby reducing accommodation deficiencies on NAF Base, Kainji. The provision of more decent accommodation for personnel at the NAF Base in Kainji is in line with the Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sadique Abubakar’s, drive to ensure that the welfare of all NAF personnel is accorded priority attention. Speaking during the commissioning ceremony, the CAS, represented by the Air Officer Commanding (AOC), Air Training Command (ATC), Air Vice Marshal Musa Mukht...

EX-PRESIDENT GOODLUCK JONATHAN'S GOODWILL MESSAGE TO NIGERIANS IN THE FACE OF THIS CORONAVIRUS PANDEMIC.{PHOTOS}.#PRESS RELEASE.

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      “””Today our world faces a global crisis that threatens our peace, hope, and freedoms. Across the globe is the climate of fear, havoc, and consequences of a new enemy, Coronavirus Disease- COVID – 19. Dear Compatriot, this is not a time to fear or despair; it is a moment of responsibility, courage and faith. It is time to demonstrate good citizenship by yi elding to relevant policies and guidelines put in place by government and its agencies to combat the challenge of COVID- 19. As a country, ours is a history of many triumphs in times of global and national challenges.In 2014, through solidarity and unity of purpose, we combated the dreaded Ebola virus. More than ever before, now is the time for action, solidarity and patriotism. Let’s all brace up and work together to combat this new scourge COVID- 19.””” Goodluck Where Jonathan... One more photo below.

CORONAVIRUS LOCK DOWN: WIFE POURS HOT WATER ON HER HUSBAND IN ONITSHA.{PHOTOS}.

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       A tragic incident incident occurred today at Stuart Young Street in Odoakpu, Onitsha as a wife reportedly poured hot water on her husband after a heated argument. In a video which has gone viral on social media, the man who was left with burn injuries was heard screaming in pain while being fanned by some residents of the neighbourhood. Anambra-based OAP, Gwem Divy Ifeson wrote... SIT AT HOME PALAVA Wife pours hot water on the husband after a heated argument this morning at Stuart young street odoakpu onitsha Anambra State.One more photo below.

OGUN STATE BEGINS THEIR 14-DAYS ISOLATION FROM 11:PM TODAY FRIDAY.{PHOTO}.#PRESS RELEASE.

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   Ogun State Government has directed cessation of all movements across the state for an initial period of 14 days with effect from 11.00pm,Friday 3rd of April,2020. Only those on essential duties with verifiable means of identification are allowed to move around peacefully.Everyone should please remain indoors and safe.Please call relevant authorities should there be any suspected case of Corona virus.See the photo above and below for more details.

4 MORE COVID-19 PATIENTS HAVE FULLY RECOVERED TODAY.{PHOTO}.#PRESS RELEASE.

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     More great news from our Infectious Disease Hospital as 4 patients; 3 females and 1 male have recovered fully, tested negative twice and have been discharged. This gives us a lot of hope as we continue to listen to our health experts and provide the resources to beat COVID19. With the newly discharged patients, we now have a total of 23 people that have recovered from COVID19 in Lagos. Big thanks to our health workers working hard during this time. Please continue social dis tancing to avoid becoming the weak link in our collective efforts.One more photo below.

190 CONFIRMED CASE OF COVID-19 AS OF TODAY.{PHOTO}.#PRESS RELEASE.

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     Six new cases of #COVID19 have been reported in Osun State, Nigeria.   As at 11:00 am 3rd April there are 190 confirmed cases of   # COVID19   reported in Nigeria. Twenty have been discharged with two deaths As at 11:00 am 3rd April, there are 190 confirmed cases 20 discharged 2 deaths For a breakdown of cases by states- covid19.ncdc.gov.ng Currently; Lagos- 98 FCT- 38 Osun- 20 Oyo- 8 Akwa Ibom- 5 Ogun- 4 Edo- 4 Kaduna- 4 Bauchi- 3 Enugu- 2 Ekiti- 2 Rivers-1 Benue- 1

REMARKS BY THE SGF/CHAIRMAN #PTFCOVID19 AT THE NATIONAL BRIEFING OF FRIDAY, 3RD APRIL, 2020.{PHOTO}.#PRESS RELEASE.

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      Hon. Ministers, Gentlemen of the Press I warmly welcome you to the daily national briefing on COVID-19 for Friday 3rd April, 2020 2. As expected, we continue to monitor the situation across the nation. We are getting positive reports that there has been high level of compliance with the lockdown orders in Lagos, Ogun and the Federal Capital Territory. 3. As I mentioned in my remarks yesterday, COVID-19 remains a potential danger to all of humanity and it threatens our economy and national security, it therefore behooves on us to play our part in the national response very seriously. 4. The Federal Government has ramped up its synergy with the State Governments through video-conferencing communication and the platform of the Governors Forum. By these measures, a lot of gaps are being closed for uniformity of purpose. 5. The PTF finds it very necessary to appeal to our Law Enforcement Agencies to deploy tact and caution in the course of enforcing the rule...

GOV ORTOM, DEPUTY GO FOR COVID-19 TEST.{PHOTOS}.#PRESS RELEASE.

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      By Terver Akase Benue State Governor, Samuel Ortom and his Deputy, Engineer Benson Abounu, today voluntarily had their samples taken for Coronavirus test. Also taken for COVID-19 test were samples of Commissioner for Finance and Economic Development, David Olofu. Speaking on his decision to willingly go for the test, Governor Ortom said it is the right thing to do by everyone, not only when they notice symptoms of the disease. He encouraged other Benue people to also present themselves for the COVID-19 test, as doing so would help to contain the spread of the disease. Governor Ortom stressed that there is nothing shameful about knowing ones Coronavirus status. He urged the people to cooperate with the COVID-19 Action Committee at the state and local government levels, while observing the preventive measures against the pandemic.More photos below.

MISSING CHILD IN ANAMBRA STATE.{PHOTOS}.#PRESS RELEASE.

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           *ANAMBRA STATE POLICE COMMAND DIARY*: *MISSING PERSON*: On the 16/3/2020 at about 2:pm,there was a report by one Onyeka Ejike 'm' of Enugwu-Agidi at Abagana Police Station in Njikoka LGA of Anambra State that his Son one Destiny Okwuchukwu 'm' aged 4 years of the same address got missing during "Opoto festival" and all efforts to locate him proved difficult. Meanwhile, following the report, Police circulated a wireless massage to various divisions/formations through the control room while effort is being intensified to find the missing child who is fair in complexion, about 3 feet tall and without a tribal mark. The Command enjoins the Public with useful information about the child's whereabout to report at Abagana Police Station or call Police emergency number 07039194332 for prompt action,please. *SP Haruna Mohammed PPRO* Anambra State Police Command, For-Commissioner of Police Anambra State Command. One more photo below. ...

FAKE 'FOSTER SCOLT' ,9 OTHER INTERNET FRAUDSTERS JAILED IN CALABAR.{PHOTOS}.#PRESS RELEASE.

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     The Uyo zonal office of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Tuesday, March 31, 2020, secured the conviction of 10 internet fraudsters brought before Justice Simon Amobeda of the Federal High Court sitting in Calabar, Cross River State. . . The convicts are: Abasiama Essien Ekopimoh (aka Foster Scolt), Gabriel David, Ogon Godspower, Etim Stephen, Kolade Shobayo Jonathan and Raphael Bassey. . . Others are: Ahmed Adelakun, Mbang Prince Peter, Nnamdi Ogana, and Edafe Matthew. . . They were arrested on March 11, 2020, at various locations in Calabar, Cross River State. . . During questioning, the convicts confessed that they specialized in sourcing for their victims on Facebook and Instagram under the false pretence that they were United States military personnel on foreign mission, who had difficulty accessing their funds. They then make their victims give them gift cards which they change to Bitcoin and eventually to Naira.They were each arraigned o...

JOB SCAMMER BAGS TEN YEARS.{PHOTO}.#PRESS RELEASE.

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      The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Sokoto Zonal Office, on Tuesday, March 31, 2020 secured the conviction of one Freedom Inah, before Justice M.S. Sifawa, Chief Judge of the Sokoto State High Court sitting in Sokoto, on a one-count charge bordering on Cheating to the tune of N1,830,250 (One Million Eight Hundred and Thirty Thousand, Two Hundred and Fifty Naira). . . The count one reads: "That you, Freedom Sampson Inah, while acting as travel agent of Gulf Centre International Travel and Tourism, United Arab Emirate (UAE) and Top Valley Speciality Hospital UAE and Nwabueze Uzochukwu Joseph, Peter Ike (now at large), sometime in 2019 at Sokoto within the judicial division of the High Court of Justice of Sokoto State, dishonestly induced one Ahmed Jelani to pay the total sum of N1,435,250.00 (One Million Four Hundred and Thirty-five Thousand, Two Hundred Naira) into three different accounts including the sum of N395,000 (Three Hundred and Ninety-five...

HOW KOGI COMMISSIONER ALLEGEDLY ASSAULTS, RAPED ME - BEAUTY QUEEN.{PHOTO}.

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      Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello has ordered a detailed investigation into alleged battery and rape of Elizabeth Oyeniyi by the Commissioner for Water Resources, Abdumumuni Danga. Video Player is loading.This is a modal window.The media could not be loaded, either because the server or network failed or because the format is not supported. Narrating her ordeal to the Dorothy Njemanze Foundation, Oyeniyi, a Kogi beauty queen, said the commissioner abducted and battered her for advising him to be responsible to his family members. She explained that when she saw a photo of the commissioner distributing relief materials for COVID-19, she makes a post on social media asking him to help his (commissioner) sister who happened to be her friend, with the reference ‘charity begins at home’. Oyeniyi alleged, “On March 29, the commissioner was shown my post and he ordered some boys to pick me. They took me and his sister from Okene to Lokoja, a distance of about 70km...

SANWO-OLU,WIFE TEST NEGATIVE FOR CORONAVIRUS.{PHOTOS}.#PRESS RELEASE.

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      The Lagos State governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu and his wife, Dr. Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu have tested negative for the coronavirus. The state’s commissioner for Health, Prof. Akin Abayomi announced this on his official Twitter account under his #COVID19Lagos Update tweets in the early hours of Friday. Abayomi also revealed that personal aides of the Governor and the First Lady who got tested for the Coronavirus are all negative. The tweet reads: “I am happy to announce that  # COVID19Lagos  Incident Commander, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu @jidesanwoolu, the first Lady of Lagos @jokesanwoolu and their immediate family members as well as aides have all tested negative to #COVID19. Abayomi thanked Lagosians for their support and show of understanding as the State Government continues to battle against the spread of the virus. The Health commissioner however urged Lagosians to keep up with the social distancing practice, saying that the State was poise...