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EFCC TASKFORCE ARRESTS 34 SUSPECTED CURRENCY SPECULATORS IN ABUJA. (PHOTOS). #PRESS RELEASE.

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 EFCC Taskforce Arrests 34 Suspected Currency Speculators in Abuja Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, attached to the Taskforce on Currency mutilation, Dollarization of the Economy and Forex Malpractice, have arrested 34 suspected currency speculators  for alleged foreign exchange fraud. They were arrested on Friday, April 26, 2024 in a sting operation following credible intelligence about illegal sales of dollars at the Wuse Zone 4 area of the Federal Capital Territory Abuja.   The suspects are :Usman Mohammed, Abdullahi Nasir, Abubakar Saleh, Mohammed Kabir Ibrahim, Abubakar Ghadafi, Muktar Usman, Umar Abubakar Abba, Yakubu Sani, Aminu Abubakar, Muhammed Suleman Abara, Yusuf Tahir, Usman Lawal, Usman Lawal, Usman Umar, Amina Garba Rola, Muhammed Aliyu, Murtala Haruna, Sani Mohammed, Umar Farouk, Muhammed Sagiuru, Aminu Salisu, Lawal Bello, Munzali Hashim, Jamilu Suleiman, Mustapha Umar, Mubarak Tanimu, Adamu Garba, Mohammed Usman, Bello Musa, Saleh Moha
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COUNCIL CHAIRMEN WITH EVIDENCE OF PROJECTS WILL BE ELIGIBLE FOR APRIL POLLS - GOV WIKE.{PHOTOS}.#PRESS RELEASE.

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  ***Wike delivering democratic dividends to rural areas- Dankwanbo Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Ezenwo Wike has restated that only the Chairmen of Local Government Areas who have performed in office are likely to be considered for a second term. But this criterion, he said, does not invalidate existing arrangements in most council areas where such chairmanship positions are on rotational basis. Governor Wike made the clarification while speaking at the inauguration of Bolo Town internal road network, performed by the former Governor of Gombe State, Dr Ibrahim Hassan Dankwanbo on Saturday. The governor said it has become more important to allow people who are competent and know what to do with elective office to ascend such position so that they can work for the good of the people and communities. "On this Local Government election coming, let me say clearly, I cannot continue to see situation where most responsibilities of local government are given to the State. It has made m
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PRESIDENT BUHARI CONDOLES WITH FAMILY OF FORMER MINISTER, SEN. JUBRIL MARTINS-KUYE.{PHOTO}.#PRESS RELEASE.

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  President Muhammadu Buhari commiserates with family, friends and associates of former Minister of Commerce and Industry, Sen. Jubril Martins-Kuye, praying that the almighty God will comfort them at moment of grief. President Buhari condoles with Ago Iwoye community, government and people of Ogun State over the passing of the legislator in the Third Republic, who served in the Fourth Republic as Minister of State, Finance, and Minister of Commerce and Industry, bringing with him many years of experience from the banking sector. The President believes Martins-Kuye will be sorely missed for his insight on issues of development, particularly in tailoring budgets that reflect needs of the people, with his emphasis on full implementation. President Buhari prays that the soul of the former minister will rest in peace. Femi Adesina Special Adviser to the President (Media & Publicity) January 17, 2021.
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PMF PERSONNEL SUCCESSFULLY REPEL AMBUSH ATTACK ON THEIR CONVOY IN BIRNIN-GWARI.{PHOTO}.#PRESS RELEASE.

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  In reply please quote, Ref No. CZ.5300/FPRD/FHQ/ABJ/VOL.3 /60 Date: 17th January, 2021 The Director of News ……………………………. PRESS RELEASE PMF PERSONNEL SUCCESSFULLY REPEL AMBUSH ATTACK ON THEIR CONVOY IN BIRNIN-GWARI ​· Inflict heavy casualties on Tens of the Bandits as IGP Commends Officers for gallantry in repelling the attack The Inspector General of Police, IGP M.A Adamu, NPM, mni has commended the Police officers attached to Police Mobile Force - 9 PMF Squadron, Kano for displaying uncommon gallantry and repelling the attack on their convoy by bandits numbering about hundred along the Birnin Gwari - Funtua Highway on Friday, 15th January, 2021, on their way back to their base in Kano after the completion of their special duty. The officers are personnel attached to Operation Puff Adder and deployed to Niger State in the sustained operation to reclaim the public space and tackle incidents of banditry, kidnapping and other violent
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GOV. SANWO-OLU TO WOO BRITISH INVESTORS AT UK INSTITUTE OF DIRECTORS' INVESTMENT FORUM.{PHOTO}.#PRESS RELEASE.

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  Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, will on Monday January 18, 2021 lead members of the Lagos State Executive Council to make a strong pitch to British businesses and policy makers in a new push to attract Foreign Direct Investment into Nigeria and Lagos State in particular. Sanwo-Olu will present business opportunities in Nigeria and the significance of investing in Lagos as the keynote speaker at a virtual event organized by the United Kingdom’s Institute of Directors. Interestingly, the event makes Governor Sanwo-Olu the first elected black leader to address the United Kingdom Institute of Directors (IoD-Uk) in its over 100 years of existence. Specifically, the governor will take the platform to showcase Lagos to the British investors for investment consideration following the UK’s exit from the European Union. “As a state contributing about 40% of Nigeria’s $410bn GDP and housing over 10% of the country 220 million population, Lagos is evidently a fertile ground for inv
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ACTOR'S GUILD OF NIGERIA: NEWLY APPOINTED PRESIDENT'S KITCHEN CABINET.{PHOTO}.#PRESS RELEASE.

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  *Senior Special Advisers (SSAs) and Directors:* 1. Chief of Staff: *Ifeanyi Agility Onwurah* 2. SSA on International travels, logistics & Special Duties: *Ifeoma Okeke* 3. SSA on Media &Publicity: *Kemi Adekomi* 4. SSA, Planning & Strategy: *Deyemi Okolawon* 5. SSA, Gender &Molestations: *Ronnie Dikko* 6. SSA, Military Affairs, Government Agencies & Inter-Guild matters: *Steve Eboh* 7. SSA, Content development: *Engr. David Akumah* 8. SSA, Politics: *Augustine Osadebe* 9. Director, International Affiliations: *Alex Okoroji* 10. Director, Membership, Contracts & Ethics: *Maimuna Yahaya Abaji* 11. Director, Special Projects: *Don Pedro Aganbi* 12. Director, Protocol: *Pamela Peters Abbah* 13: Director, Training: *John Chuka* 14. National Task Force Chairman: *McSmith Ochendo* 15. Presidential Consultant: *Victor Agih* 16. Presidential Press Secretary: *Berth Aguugo* 17. Personal Assistant, Entertainment (South East): *Prince Iyke Nkwuenu* 18. Special Assist
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PRESIDENT BUHARI MOURNS FORMER AMBASSADOR, BOLERE KETEBU.{PHOTO}.#PRESS RELEASE.

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  President Muhammadu Buhari condoles with the Ketebu family, the Bayelsa State government, as well as friends and professional colleagues of Dr (Mrs) Bolere Ketebu, former Nigerian Ambassador to Ireland. The President recalls that the deceased served her country creditably in several capacities, including President, National Council of Women Societies, Secretary to Bayelsa State government, Member, House of Representatives, and Ambassador, among others. President Buhari prays that God will grant repose to the soul of the departed medical doctor-cum-diplomat, and comfort all who mourn her. Femi Adesina Special Adviser to the President (Media and Publicity) January 17, 2021.
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PRESIDENT BUHARI GREETS FORMER COMMONWEALTH SECRETARY GENERAL, CHIEF EMEKA ANYAOKU AT 88.{PHOTO}.#PRESS RELEASE.

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  President Muhammadu Buhari warmly rejoices with seasoned diplomat and administrator, Chief Emeka Anyaoku, on his 88th birthday, January 18, 2021, congratulating the former Secretary General of the Commonwealth for a life that keeps learning and growing in wisdom, knowledge and experience. President Buhari acknowledges the worthy contributions of Chief Anyaoku to the development of the country, starting out as a young Foreign Service Officer, and reaching the pinnacle of his career through vision and diligence, and consistently projecting Nigeria as a great nation. The President extols the statesmanship of Chief Anyaoku in always counselling leaders and the citizenry alike, particularly bringing a global context to issues and policies, and using his extensive network of international friends to support the country’s efforts in deepening good governance, democracy and sustainable development. As the former Commonwealth Secretary General turns 88, President Buhari prays that the Almight
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