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  Zulum resumes after 21 days vacation, says security top priority ... Hints on teachers, health workers recruitment Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum has resumed work after 21 days vacation, during which he transmitted power to his deputy, Umar Usman kadafur to act as Governor. Zulum arrived Maiduguri on Wednesday afternoon. Addressing thousands top government officials, party leaders and supporters, the governor assured that his administration's top priority will remain the restoration of peace in the state to enable the revival of mass livelihoods through agricultural and other businesses. Our correspondent reported that Governor Zulum embarked on a vacation from April 29 to Wednesday May 19, 20121. Zulum had before his departure, written to Borno State Assembly, requesting that his Deputy, Kadafur be given full constitutional powers to take decisions without recourse to him (Zulum), to which the assembly granted. Zulum's request was in compliance with provisi...

  Second KDSG Security Update: Wednesday 19th May 2021. Armed bandits invade herders' settlement in Igabi LGA - Three herders killed, cows rustled. Security agencies have reported that armed bandits attacked a herders settlement in Marraban Jos, Rigachikun, Igabi local government area. According to the report, the bandits invaded the settlement and rustled an unspecified number of cows. In the course of this, three of the herders were killed by the armed bandits. The deceased are identified as: - Ibrahim Abubakar - Abdullahi Maitashi - Umar Abbas Receiving the report, Governor Nasir El-Rufai expressed sadness at the attack, and commiserated with the herders' families, as he prayed for the repose of their souls. Signed Samuel Aruwan Commissioner, Ministry of Internal Security and Home Affairs, Kaduna State. One more photo below.

  Amaka Okeagu Writes: Nkechi, last month you came back from school very healthy and cheerful; entering into your apartment you heard your daughter who was then preparing for her SSCE exams struggling with a young man you shared your flat with, he wanted to rape your daughter. Immediately he heard your voice,he quickly picked hammer and hit on your head and returned same to your girl, then ran away, you died on the way to hospital while your daughter died two days ago.You left your aged mother, your husband and your two beautiful girls. Thank God that he has confessed and I believe that God will reward him accordingly.. Rest in peace my beautiful school daughter. Rest in peace Ada Agaba Police Rest in peace beautiful Queen with a humble Heart. May you and your daughter find peace with your Creator. Amen''. They will both be buried 4th of June in Awka South,Anambra state.Read the poster for more details.

  The Minister of Science and Technology, Dr. Ogbonnaya Onu said that Nigeria must protect and find ways at preserving the various Agricultural biodiversity such as the wide array of plants and Animals indigenous to the country. Dr. Onu made the remarks when he declared open the National Stakeholders Sensitization workshop on Animal Biotechnology applications and regulatory perspectives, in Abuja during the week. The Minister urged the National Biotechnology Development Agency to improve the productivity of Animal farming. He said; “ NABDA has to play greater role in helping our dear nation find a solution to the conflict that exists between animal and crop farmers in the country. NABDA has to intensify research in improving productivity and yield in animal farming.” He urged on African nations to ensure the use of STI (Science, Technology and Innovation) to convert their abundant natural resources to products and services imported from abroad. Dr. Onu further highlighted the impor...

Operatives of the Uyo Zonal Office of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Tuesday May 18, 2021, arrested one Emmanuel Eneji, a 23-year-old movie producer and nineteen others for alleged internet fraud in Calabar, Cross River State. The nineteen suspects whose ages range between 19 and 36 are: Okonkwo Chukwudi Charles, Obua Akwo Promise, Angba Murphy, Adie Stephen, Success Otu Edem, Asukwo Emmanuel, Godspower Akwo, Anibiet Nna, Jesam Akpama and Dennis Jerry. Others include, Princewill Sunny, Godbless Olulu, Charles Onwuneme, David Njoku, Victor Francis, Goodluck Alabo, Happiness Otu, Nwadike Kelechi and Obasi Ugochukwu. The suspects were picked up at different locations within the state capital, namely Ekorimim, Ifete junction, Parliamentary by Car Park and Behind Zone 6 by Monty Suit. Their arrest was facilitated by credible intelligence regarding their nefarious activities. Items recovered from the suspects include, one unmarked black Toyota Corolla car, one red Toy...

  The Area Controller of the Nigeria Customs Service in Kano, Comptroller S.P Umar today May 19, 2021 handed over a money laundering suspect, Abubakar Sale to the Head of Kano Zonal Office of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Mualledi Farouq Dogondaji, for further investigation and possible prosecution.More details, shortly. One more photo below.

  ... Targets 1.3 Million in 10 Endemic LGAs Lagos State Government, through the Ministry of Health and in partnership with a non-governmental Organisation, Evidence Action, on Tuesday, commenced mass deworming for the treatment and prevention of Soil-Transmitted Helminths (STH) in 10 Local Government Areas of the State. Speaking during the official flag-off of the exercise held at St. Peters Anglican Primary School, Alausa, the Commissioner for Health, Prof. Akin Abayomi explained that Soil-Transmitted Helminths (STH), which is prevalent in school-age children. is a significant infectious public health burden in Nigeria that results from poor sanitation and hygiene conditions. According to him, STH is a worm infection that interferes with nutrient uptake and can lead to anaemia, malnourishment and impaired mental, physical and cognitive development, which usually pose a serious threat to children’s health, education and productivity. He said, “Previously, there have been small-sca...

  PRESIDENT BUHARI ASSURES INVESTORS OF STABLE FISCAL POLICIES, URGES MORE TRAINING, EMPLOYMENT OF YOUTHS President Muhammadu Buhari Wednesday in Paris, France, urged investors to further explore vast opportunities of human and natural resources in Nigeria, while assuring that fiscal policies will be more favourable, predictable and measurably tilted towards creating harmonious business environment. The President held meetings with Chairman/CEO of Total, Patrick Pouyanne, Executive Vice President, AirBus, Silvere Delaunay, Chairman of the Board of a software company, Daussault Systems, Florence Verzelen, Chairman/CEO of General Engineering and Marketing of Telecommunications Operator, Francois-Regis Teze and Chairman/CEO, Donaflex Automotive, Dr Donatus Nwokoye, a very successful manufacturer. In a meeting with the delegation from Total, President Buhari said the outlook and potentials for growth in the country have remained steadily positive, affirming the government’s commitment...

  HER PATRIOTIC FERVOUR WILL BE REMEMBERED ANYTIME THE NATIONAL PLEDGE IS RECITED, PRESIDENT BUHARI PAYS TRIBUTE TO PROF. ADEDOYIN,NATIONAL PLEDGE COMPOSER President Muhammadu Buhari has paid heartfelt tribute to Professor Felicia Adebola Adedoyin, renowned professor of Education and composer of the National Pledge, saying her patriotic fervour will be remembered anytime the national pledge is recited. President Buhari asserts that the thoughtful and solemn words of the National Pledge by the iconic composer, have become an invocation to every citizen of the country to serve our fatherland with faithfulness, loyalty and honesty. The President submits that Nigerians will continue to honour the memory of this legend who in 33 words gave us a timeless promise to keep for the nation. President Buhari extends his commiseration to the Adedoyin family, friends and associates as well as the Government and people of Oyo State on the passing of the academic and writer, whose immense works ...