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April 1, 2022 Press Statement PDP Suspends Anambra State Congress  …Extends Sale of Forms The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has suspended its Anambra State Congress which was earlier scheduled to hold on Saturday, April 2, 2022 to elect new State Executive Officers for the Party in Anambra State,  A new date for the PDP Anambra State Congress will be communicated as soon as it is decided. Meanwhile the sale of Forms for the Anambra State Congress has been extended. A new date for the closure of the sale of Form will also be communicated. The PDP regrets the inconveniences the announced suspension of the Anambra State PDP Congress may have caused. Signed: Hon. Debo Ologunagba  National Publicity Secretary  

Ramadan: Gov. Buni of Yobe approves food items for 25,000 vulnerable households in Yobe.  As the holy month of Ramadan 1444AH sets in, His Excellency the Executive Governor of Yobe State Hon Mai Mala Buni has on 30th March 2022 approved a Ramadan support for 25,000 vulnerable households and IDPs across the state. His Excellency further directed Yobe State Emergency Management Agency (YOSEMA) to coordinate with stakeholders and ensure successful distribution of the support to targeted vulnerable household across the state. The Ramadan support is aimed at providing immediate food needs to the most vulnerable population to cushion their hardship in the holy month. YOSEMA alongside stakeholders at state and LGA levels have since initiated a distribution plan that will ensure delivery of food items to the beneficiaries effective first week of Ramadan 1444AH.  To fastrack His Excellency’s directives, YOSEMA has since dispatched consignment for six (6) LGAs while others to follow immediately

Youths Empowerment: Governor Inuwa Distributes 1,000 Tricycles To Keke-NAPEP Riders    ...Operators Describe Gesture as Unprecedented ...As Governor Inuwa Rides Keke-NAPEP To Venue Of Event  Gombe State Governor, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya has flagged off the distribution of 1,000 tricycles as part of his administration's sustainable economic plan to empower the teeming unemployed youths in the state. He described this as historic as it once again demonstrated his government's commitment to improving living conditions and providing opportunities, especially for the teeming youths.  Governor Inuwa said it was evident that his administration was steadily reducing the state’s dependence on federal allocations through the institutionalization of a framework that guaranteed a geometric surge in internal revenue more than ever before in the 25 years of the existence of the state.  He said as part of his administration's continued quest to improve the socio-economic life of the ordin

KDSG Security Update: Friday 1st April 2022.  KDSG receives belongings of passengers on attacked train. The Kaduna State Government has received luggage, valuables and other belongings of some passengers who were on the Abuja-Kaduna train AK9 which was attacked by terrorists on 28th March.  The items were handed over to the Kaduna State Government by the Military authorities, who had gathered the items from within and around the train during search operations after the attack.  Governor Nasir El-Rufa'i expressed his thanks to the Military authorities and commended them for their careful handling and documentation of the items, comprising over 100 pieces of luggage, valuables, gadgets and personal effects.  Nine persons had already collected their items after presenting proof at the point of recovery by the military.  The remaining belongings, received with a detailed inventory, will be carefully stored. A system for the receipt of claims will be communicated to the public subsequen

MYSTERIOUS DEATH OF A UNIVERSITY STUDENT IN HOTEL ROOM The family of 26-year-old Veronica Takor, whose body was found in a hotel room in Makurdi, the Benue State capital, are trying hard to unravel the cause of her death. The remains of Veronica, a 200 level Microbiology student of Benue State University (BSU), was found in Room 406 of Madonna Guest House, located in Nyiman Layout, Makurdi, penultimate Sunday morning. While controversies about the cause of her death have continued to rage, some believe that she may have been used for ritual purposes, even as others insisted she must have been drugged to death. But her family, who insisted that, as a confirmed Catholic, she was a very good and principled lady, adding that the fact that she died in a hotel room does not change that fact. Narrating to our correspondent all that transpired that day, the immediate younger sister of the deceased, Sarah Takor, said they had all woken up to a new day on Saturday March 19, 2022: “My late sister

PRESIDENT BUHARI WELCOMES $200M AFRICAN DEVELOPMENT CENTRE BY MICROSOFT, SAYS NIGERIA READY TO LEAD IN DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY President Muhammadu Buhari Friday in Abuja said Nigeria stands poised to welcome more initiatives and investments in digital technology, while appreciating Microsoft for an engineering hub, African Development Centre, worth $200 million. Receiving the President of Microsoft Corporation, Brad Smith, at the State House, accompanied by the Minister of Communication and Digital Economy, Professor Isa Ali Pantami, the President said: “I have been informed that the African Development Centre in Nigeria is Microsoft’s first engineering hub in Africa as the current investment stands at about $200 million. “I have also been informed of Microsoft’s skilling initiative that aims to train five million citizens and provide 27,000 jobs over the next three years.  These initiatives are commendable and I urge you to expand them and continue to prioritize Nigeria as you roll out you

PRESIDENT BUHARI WELCOMES RAMADAN FASTING, ASKS MUSLIMS TO FEED THE POOR   President Muhammadu Buhari joins world leaders in welcoming the month of Ramadan, the month of fasting and intense devotion for Muslims. In a message to Nigerians and Muslims all over the world, the President said the period offers a unique opportunity to ''feel the hunger experienced by the poor so as to feel what it is like to be deprived and marginalized.'' “Muslims,” the President emphasized “should seek greater personal discipline, which is necessary for the realization of a great nation.” He advised Muslim elite against food waste and extravagant spending while others face hunger and destitution, urging that they should care for their neighbours, the poor and the marginalized. He also called for prayers for peace in the country and beyond, and for healing and harmony throughout the world. He wished all Muslims a successful completion of the 30-day fasting period. Garba Shehu Senior Special

Women Empowerment: Abiodun disburses livelihood grants to 2,094 Ogun women  ...says females population too significant to be ignored  Ogun State governor, Dapo Abiodun, on Friday, officially flagged off women empowerment scheme with disbursement of individual livelihood grants to 2,094 women across the state. The governor, who performed the flag-off ceremony at the relaunching of Oko'wo Dapo scheme in collaboration with Nigeria For Women Project (NFWP) at the MKO Abiola Int'l Stadium, Abeokuta, Ogun State capital, said women empowerment and emancipation would continue to be at the front burner of his administration. The event had the Chief of Staff to the President, Prof. Ibrahim Gambari; Minister of Women Affairs and Social Development; Mrs. Pauline Tallen, wives of the Kwara and Osun State governors, the World Bank Country Director, Mr. Shubham Chaudhuri, among other dignitaries in attendance. Abiodun noted that in the economic architecture of his government, the womenfolk fo

Davido to the rescue.. Davido Featured On Soundtrack For 2022 World Cup  Singer, Davido, has announced that he’s featured on the official soundtrack for the 2022 World Cup holding in Qatar. The single is titled Hayya Hayya (Better Together).  Tweeting, the singer said, “I'm honoured to be featured on the Official ⁦#FIFAWorldCup 2022 Soundtrack! See y'all later 2NITE ! This one is for Africa ! TULE!!!! 🤞🏾❤️ WE RISE!” Other singers on the song, include Trinidad Cardona and Aisha. Meanwhile, the Super Eagles of Nigeria failed to qualify for the World Cup.  

Bola Tinubu, the APC presidential aspirant, is too old and too weak to run for president in 2023, says Nollywood veteran actor Pete Edochie. “Many people like Tinubu are too old and too weak to run for president. He (Tinubu) has been in power for a long time until he was made the leader of the APC,” stated Mr Edochie in an interview with BBC Igbò. “But he should leave the position for those who are younger and healthier. Let’s be honest,” the actor pointed out in response to a question on Mr Tinubu’s candidacy for the 2023 presidential election.   

 Umahi Remains Governor As Appeal Court Dismisses Case An Appeal Court in Enugu has dismissed a suit against Ebonyi State Governor, Dave Umahi and his Deputy Dr. Kelechi Igwe, seeking their removal from office for defecting to the All Progressives Congress, APC from the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP. The suit was filed by Senator Soni Ogbuoji and his Deputy, Justin Mbam, candidates of the APC in the 2019 Guber Elections.  

ANAMBRA STATE POLICE COMMAND BULLETIN OF 1ST APRIL 2022 * INSPECTOR-GENERAL OF POLICE FAMILY WELFARE INSURANCE SCHEME: CP ECHENG PRESENTS CHEQUES WORTH NINE MILLION, THREE HUNDRED THOUSAND NAIRA ONLY * The Commissioner of Police, Anambra State Command, *CP Echeng Echeng*, today 1/4/2022 on behalf of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Usman Baba Alkali, psc (+), fdc, NPM presented cheques worth Nine million three hundred thousand naira (#9,300,000) to thirteen (13)families of deceased Police officers attached to the Command. The gesture is an initiative of the Inspector-General of Police *”IGP family welfare insurance scheme”* aimed at giving succour to the family of Police officers who died in active service. Also, the gesture is aimed at spurring officers’ to greatness while discharging their statutory duties with the assurance that, their welfare is of paramount importance to the Administration of the Force.  The *CP* while presenting the cheques, to the beneficiaries thanked the I

LEKKI CONCESSION COMPANY LIMITED RESUMES TOLLING AT IKOYI LINK BRIDGE ON 1st APRIL, 2022 Following months of engagement with key stakeholders within Eti-Osa /Lekki-Epe area, Lekki Concession Company Limited (LCC) hereby officially announces the formal return to tolling operations on Friday, 1st April, 2022 at the Ikoyi Link Bridge Toll Plaza. However, toll payment will not commence until 16th April 2022. LCC has been a worthy part of the Eti-Osa/ Lekki-Epe ecosystem and has served the community relentlessly and to the best of its ability over the years. We are encouraged by the response and the cooperation received from the vast majority of residents and stakeholders who appreciate the value we bring to bear on their daily movement and continue to register for (or update ) their toll accounts in readiness for the commencement of cashless toll collection. All the points made at the engagements are well taken.  Whilst LCC is aware of the concerns expressed by some stakeholders regarding