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      …Governor releases numbers for whistleblowers to report erring companies The five-week lockdown imposed by the Federal Government on Lagos State and two other states to combat Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) will be eased on Monday (tomorrow), but Lagos State Government has asked all its civil servants not to resume for work immediately. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, in a briefing on Sunday at the State House in Marina, said the delayed resumption of the State’s workforce is a deliberate attempt to prevent a development that may lead to a crowding of people on the roads and public places. Only emergency workers and those on essential duties will be allowed to work on Monday, the Governor said. Sanwo-Olu said the State’s civil service offices would be re-opened for business on Tuesday, but only officers from Grade Level 15 and above would be required to be in the office. If any junior-ranked officer must be at work, the Governor said the Accounting Officer of the Ministry

     President Muhammadu Buhari commiserates with the families of three University of Port Harcourt students reportedly murdered by their kidnappers and their bodies buried in a shallow grave in April. The President also extends condolences to the university authorities and the Rivers State Government over the unfortunate incident. Describing the tragic occurrence as “sad and heinous,” President Buhari regrets that the “evil perpetrators have cut short the prospectively bright journey of these youths.” He prays that God will comfort all those who mourn these young students, and grant their souls eternal rest. President Buhari, while noting that the Nigerian Police Anti-Kidnapping Unit has apprehended one of the suspected perpetrators, further directs the Police Authorities to intensify search for the remaining suspects and bring them to justice. According to the President, “This administration will continue to equip the law enforcement and security agencies to bring to

    Central Bank of Nigeria     Press Release A special meeting of the Bankers’ Committee was convened on May 2, 2020, to further review the implications of the COVID-19 pandemic on the Nigerian banking industry. The Committee particularly deliberated on the issue of the operating costs of banks in view of the disruptions emanating from the global economic difficulties and decided as follows: 1. In order to help minimize and mitigate the negative impact of the COVID19 pandemic on families and livelihoods, no bank in Nigeria shall retrench or lay-off any staff of any cadre (including full-time and part-time). 2. To give effect to the above measure, the express approval of the Central Bank of Nigeria shall be required in the event that it becomes absolutely necessary to lay-off any such staff. The Central Bank of Nigeria solicits the support of all in our collective effort to weather through the economic challenges occasioned by the COVID-19 pandemic. Isaac Okorafor Director, Cor

     May 3, 2020 Press Statement COVID-19. PDP To Nigerians: Don’t Fail Yourselves...Says FG Mismanaged Our Situation ...Demands Apologies From Buhari The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has called on Nigerians not to resign to fate and jeopardize their lives following President Muhammadu Buhari’s failure to find direction in the fight against the spread of COVID-19 in our country despite the huge resources at his disposal. The party charges Nigerians as well as states not to drop their guards but must intensify their personal and community protection strategies, seeing that the Buhari-led Federal Government has reached its wits end and has no plans to rescue Nigerians from the throes of this pandemic. The PDP lamented that the Buhari Presidency and its incompetent Presidential Task Force (PTF) on COVID-19 had compounded the situation by crippling the economy after which they are now leaving Nigerians to their fate without providing any therapeutic or operable containment str

     With the gradual easing of Covid 19 lockdown in Ogun-State, corporate organisations such as banks, industries,large and small scale enterprises in the State have been urged to decontaminate their premises ahead of resumption of some business activities. The Commissioner of Environment,Hon Abiodun Abudu-Balogun in a statement signed in Abeokuta said this is desirable because of large volume of cust omers and visitors that throng their premises for transactions as well as complementing the state government's efforts at flattening the curve of the pandemic in the state. While thanking them for their support to the Prince Dapo Abiodun led government and their host communities through donation of medical interventions and palliatives, Hon Abudu-Balogun said they will complete the circle of war against Covid 19 by decontamating their premises to help stop the spread of the pandemic. The Commissioner also urged them to enforce government directives on the pandemic at thei

      The Governor of Ogun State, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has said that the press will continue to be relevant in Nigeria's march towards nation building and economic development. The governor lauded journalists for their contributions to the political and economic development of Nigeria since her amalgamation in 1914. Prince Abiodun stated this on the occasion of the World Press Freedom Day, which is celebrated annually on the 3rd May. The media, the Governor said further, are an integral and inevitable part of the human society. He described journalists as the major link between government and the people. "Your role as the Fourth Estate of the Realm is irreplaceable in Nation-building as the watchdog of successive administrations and people who hold the present and past administrations to account. "Chapter 22 of the Constitution is a tribute to your relevance and the words of Thomas Jefferson that if left with a society without government or one without press,

      Nollywood actress Genevieve celebrated her birthday today.She captioned the photo above on social media'' MΛYDΛY! MΛYDΛY!!💆🏾‍♀️💅🏾💄😷    ''.     Genevieve Nnaji (born 3 May 1979) is a Nigerian actress, producer, and director. She won the Africa Movie Academy Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role in 2005, making her the first actress to win the award. In 2011, she was honoured as a Member of the Order of the Federal Republic by the Nigerian government for her contribution to Nollywood. Her directorial debut movie, "Lionheart" is the first Netflix Original from Nigeria, and first Nigerian submission for the Oscars. The movie was disqualified for having most of the dialogue in English. Happy birthday to her...More photos below.   

     The Special Adviser to the Lagos State Governor on Tourism, Arts and Culture, Mr. Solomon Bonu has acknowledged the transformational strides of the Paramount Ruler of Iworo Town in Olorunda Local Council Development Area (LCDA) of the State, His Royal Majesty, Oba (Dr.) Oladele Friday Kosoko, Ogundeyi II, Oniworo of Iworo Kingdom. Bonu described the Royal Father as the "Architect of a Modern Iworo"  and a pacesetter who has brought noticeable development to the ancient town within the last three years of his enthronement. The Special Adviser gave the commendation on Saturday, when he paid a courtesy visit to the Palace of Oniworo of Iworo Kingdom, interacted with the Royal Father, Chiefs and some Principal Officers and inspected some ongoing projects in the town. He said "I want to commend our Monarch for his laudable achievements, doggedness, vision, commitment and leadership style which has reflected in the community. I can see that work is ongoing at the

      In reply please quote Ref No. CZ.5300/FPRD/FHQ/ABJ/VOL.2/ Date: 3rd May, 2020 The Director of News ……………………………. PRESS RELEASE COVID-19 ENFORCEMENT DUTY: IGP Condemns attack on Police Officers in Oyo - Commends Officer for his Uncommon Restraint - Warns against unprovoked attack on Police Personnel The Inspector General of Police, IGP M.A Adamu, NPM, mni, has commended the DCO II, Eruwa Police Division, ASP Adeyemo Ogunyemi, for his uncommon restraint and professionalism in the face of unprovoked attack as shown in a viral video where a woman identified as Kehinde Afolake was seen assaulting him unchallenged and without retaliation, while he was carrying out the COVID-19 enforcement duties at Gbolagunte, Okeola area of Eruwa, Ibarapa, Oyo State on 1st May, 2020. The officer, like a lamb being led to the slaughter, did not fight back but rather, maintained absolute calm, patience and decorum even as the woman rough handled him and slapped him severally. The said woman

      The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are very pleased to share four new photographs of Princess Charlotte for her fifth birthday May 2nd,2020. The images were taken by The Duchess as the family helped to pack up and deliver food packages for isolated pensioners in the local area.More photos below.

     President Muhammadu Buhari commiserates with Kano State Government and Council of Chiefs over passing of Emir of Rano, Alhaji Tafida Abubakar Ila Auta Bawo. The President joins the family and Rano Emirate in mourning the royal father, whose words of wisdom, nobility and decency will be sorely missed, especially at a time the government is relying on traditional rulers to sensitize citizens on di rectives for safety. President Buhari urges his family and the Emirate to find solace in the good works of the deceased and ensure his legacies are carried on. The President prays that the almighty God will forgive the shortcomings of the Emir, remember his good works and grant his soul eternal rest. Garba Shehu Senior Special Assistant to the President (Media & Publicity) May 2, 2020.

     This handsome man was burnt in his car by his 32 year old wife because she suspected him of cheating. It was easy for her because the man came back home drunk,she Locked the doors poured fuel and burned him. The fear of being apprehended and dealt with by neighbours made her took to her heels. May his soul rest in peace..More details later.One more photo below.

     The decomposed bodies of three Uniport students abducted and killed by kidnap gang, have been recovered from a shallow grave in Etoo, Eleme Local Government area of Rivers state. The Anti-Cultism Unit of Rivers State police command also arrested members of a kidnap gang who abducted and killed the students. It was gathered that the un dergraduates, Joy Adoki, Nelson Nwafor and Fortune Obimba were kidnapped on April 7, 2020 One of the suspects, Friday Akpan, who spoke to newsmen, said they abducted the victims on the order of one Bright, who told them that one of the victims betrayed him after money was paid into his account The arrested suspect confessed that they killed and buried the three undergraduates after raping the female among them, Joy Adoki. Briefing newsmen, the spokesperson for Rivers State Police Command, Nnamdi Omoni, a Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP), disclosed that the Anti-Cultism Unit led by its commander, Chief Superintendent of Police (CSP) C

     May 2, 2020 By Abubakar Ahmadu Maishanu The Emir of Rano, Tafida Abubakar Illa, is dead. He was aged 74. The secretary, Rano Emirate council, Sank Haruna, told PREMIUM TIMES, that he received the news about the emir’s death few minutes to 5 p.m. “I’m now on my way to the hospital, the emir is dead,” he said. The late emir was on Friday admitted at Mallam Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital over an undisclosed ailment. He was later referred to the Nassarawa Specialist Hospital for further medical attention, where he died on Saturday. The Rano Emirate is one of the newly created four emirates by governor Abdullahi Ganduje. Background The Kano State government on Friday said preliminary investigations into the recent unexplained deaths recorded in the state showed many victims died from malaria and Cerebrospinal Meningitis (CSM). Many of the victims also had underlying medical conditions such as high blood pressure, diabetes, among others illnesses, the official added. Salihu Yakasai,

     The Lagos State Government has issued new guidelines for the reopening of markets and shopping malls in the State as part of efforts to curb the spread of the Coronavirus pandemic, following Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu's announcement on the gradual easing of the lockdown in Lagos from next week Monday. Speaking at a stakeholders’ meeting held on Thursday in Alausa, Ikeja, the Honourable Commissioner for Local Government  and Community Affairs, Dr. Wale Ahmed reiterated that all markets and stores in the various Local Governments/Local Council Development Areas across the metropolis will be allowed to open from 9 a.m till 3 p.m on selected days. He emphasised that everyone attending these markets and stores will be mandated to observe precautionary measures such as physical distancing and high levels of personal and respiratory hygiene. Dr. Ahmed declared that malls will also be allowed to open with the proviso that stores will maintain a 60% occupancy capacity at any p

     *CP Abang sought for Citizens cooperation, Cautions Officers against incivility to members of the public* The Anambra State Police Command wishes to inform the Public that following the directive of the Federal Government on *Commencement of Nationwide Curfew between 8:pm to 6:am with effect from Monday 4th May 2020*,the Command and other Security Agencies will enforce to the letter the presidential directive in the State. In view of the foregoing,the Command sought the Cooperation of "Ndi Anambra" and residents alike to adhere strictly with the Federal Government directive.The Commissioner of Police *CP John B.Abang,fdc* equally warned Officers and Men of the Command to be civil to members of the public and also exercise restraint by avoiding use of extreme measures while enforcing the order. The Commissioner of Police reassures good people of Anambra State that the Command under his watch will remain steadfast and committed in the duty of ensuring public safe

      Evangelist Nwabueze Franklin Kelechi, of CRM (Charismatic Renewal Ministries), allegedly died after jumping from his apartment at Skyvilla, Serdang, Selangor in Malaysia. The incident happened on Thursday morning , April 30. Ernest Ugonna Nwabueze, the younger brother of the deceased, said he received a call at about 11:30am on April 30 from a friend who informed him that a man believed to be his brother jumped from a two storey building. Ernest rushed to the scene and found that it was indeed his brother. He then called the police and the body of the Evangelist was moved to the morgue. According to reports, the deceased was going through a rough patch at the time he died.May God accept his soul,Amen.One more photo below.

      Meet Abraham Samuel, The 15 Year Old Boy Who Got Married To A 22 Year Old Girl In Abia State It was a dramatic moment on Sunday 26 April 2020 in Amaiyi Igbere in Bende L.G.A of Abia State when a 15 year old boy by name Abraham Samuel Onuoha got married to a 22 year old Anurika John from Akeze from Ebonyi State. Samuel is the only son of late Mr. Abraham Onuoha of Ndi-Ekpere in Amaiyi Igbere, who died in 2010. According to the mother, Mrs. Peace Abraham, Samuel was born in 2005 after many years of marriage without a child. In an interview, one of the villagers revealed that they were in amazing surprise that Sunday morning whilst the minister in charge of Assemblies of God Church Amaiyi Igbere announced the wedding and that they are still thinking the reason for that marriage, saying that the boy is just too tender to be involved in that kind of relationship for now, also considering that the woman in query is older than him. His mother also revealed in an interview that

     His Excellency, Zamfara State Executive Governor Hon Dr. Bello Mohammed MON (Matawallen Maradun) has approved the sum of N470 Million loan subsidy on food to the state civil servants.The Governor made this known today when he hosted Labour leaders to  break the Ramadan fast at his residence in Gusau the state capital.Matawalle said his administration resolved to reduce the hardship being experienced in the state as a result of the Covid-19 and has directed for the supply of rice that will be sold to the State civil servants at a 50 percent discount.He also assured that there will be no cut in salaries as proposed by other Governors and called on the state civil servants to appreciate Government efforts in improving the welfare of the state citizens.He promised for the continued payment of salaries and wages as at when due including those on promotions and leave grants.Earlier in his address the State NLC Chairman, Comrade, Bashir Mohammed Mafara thanked the State Governor for gra