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STATE HOUSE PRESS RELEASE PRESIDENT TINUBU APPOINTS NEW BOARD AND MANAGEMENT OF THE FEDERAL ROADS MAINTENANCE AGENCY (FERMA) President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of the Governing Board and Management team of the Federal Roads Maintenance Agency (FERMA) for a renewable term of four (4) years, in accordance with Section 2(3) of the FERMA Amendment Act, 2007: Chairman of FERMA Board — Engr. Imam Ibrahim Kashim Imam Managing Director of FERMA — Engr. Chukwuemeka Agbasi Member (NARTO) — Yusuf Lawal Othman Member (FMW) — Engr. Ibi Terna Manasseh Member (FRSC) — ACM Shehu Mohammed Member (Finance) — Babatunde Daramola-Oniru Member (South-South) — Hon. Preye Oseke Member (South-West) — Hon. Oye Ojobe  Member (South-East) — Dr. Kenneth Ugbala Member (North-Central) — Sen. Timothy Adudu Member (North-East) — Engr. Abubakar Bappa Member (North-West) — Aminu Adamu Papa President Tinubu expects the new appointees to achieve integrous and competent service delivery, given the centr...

 'Promote Local Content' - Minister Urges ARCON Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mr. Idris Mohammed has urged the Advertising Regulatory Council of Nigeria (ARCON) to promote local content in all advertising materials used in the country.  The Minister stated this at the offgice Advertising and Regulatory Council of Nigeria ARCON in Abuna as part of his ongoing familiarization visit to Agencies under his Ministry  The Minister however noted sadly that many opportunities in the Advertising industry are lost to other countries despite the huge and rich talents that abound in the country resulting in unnecessary capital flight. “We cannot afford a situation where all the jobs that are meant for Nigerians are taken out of this country. There is nothing that is in advertising that cannot happen in this country, we have every potential. It is important that Nigerians play a key part in the affairs of Nigeria, and advertising should not be an exception” The Mini...

Pregnant woman’s death sparks controversy in Ogun A weightlifter, Oluwasola Oladunjoye, has accused Korede Hospital, in Abeokuta, Ogun State, of killing his pregnant wife, Islamiat. But the hospital has denied the claim. Oladunjoye said his wife gave up the ghost in the hospital on Sunday after complications arising from a caesarian section (CS) by a team led by two medical doctors. According to him, the doctor operating his wife allegedly abandoned her when he refused to pay an extra N150,000, in addition to the N300,000 he had been asked to pay earlier. “When we got to the hospital, we were charged N300,000 for CS. They asked me to pay another N15,000 for some tests. I was asked to make a deposit of N300,000 and another N15,000 for the test. “Later, I was invited into the theatre room. When I got there, the second doctor, he was the one who killed my wife. He told me to pay another N150,000, aside from the initial charges of N300,000. When I challenged him, he explained that the extr...

I’m attracted to older men – Actress Moet Abebe Nollywood actress and media personality, Moet Abebe, has revealed that she is romantically attracted to older men. The thespian disclosed this in a viral clip from the maiden episode of the Bahd And Boujee Podcast hosted by her and reality star Tolanibaj. Moet said: “I really like older guys. But sometimes…” Tolanibaj inferred: “[singing] Stamina, stamina, you need more stamina.” Moet rebuffed: “No, it’s not about stamina. I’ve had the best sex with an older man.” Tolanibaj asked: “When you say older, what’s the age range?” Moet replied: “Uhmm… The oldest I could go is 50.”  

Teacher K!lled In French School Stabbing, 2 Injured 'After Suspect Shouted Allahu Akbar’ A teacher has been killed and two people have been seriously injured in a knife attack at a school in France, officials say. According to witnesses, the killer shouted "Allahu Akbar", or "God is greatest", during the attack, BBC News reports. Interior Minister Gérald Darmanin said the attack happened at the Gambetta High School in the northern city of Arras at about 11:00 local time. The attacker has been arrested and is now in custody. The person killed was a French language teacher while those injured were another teacher and a security guard. The man, described as being in his 20s, is of Chechen origin and known to the security services for his involvement with radical Islam, according to police. French media reports say he was a former pupil at the school.  

 You’re a w!cked person – Davido blasts Samklef for leaking video of his newborn twins Famous afrobeat musician, Davido, has blasted singer Samklef for allegedly leaking the video of his wife and their newborn twins on the internet. However, reacting to the trend, Davido, who hasn’t announced the birth, took to his Instagram page to berate Samklef, for allegedly leaking the clip. He wrote: “Delete pls, ur a wicked person. U know u’re not meant to post this. Wtf. F*cking clout chaser.” Responding to the accusation a few minutes later, Samklef clarified that he saw the video on X platform. “Me and @Davido are kool. Davido initially believed I was the one who leaked the video after our DM conversation. However, I clarified that I obtained the video from the public domain on Twitter. Wishing blessings upon your home and family.”

 Davido confirms birth of twins Afrobeats artiste Davido has welcomed a set of twins with his wife, Chioma. The couple were spotted smiling with the twins, a boy and a girl, in a viral video on Friday. Watch video below. 

 GOV. FUBARA TO ARMY CHIEF: SOME OFFICERS ATTACK CONTRACTORS HANDLING OUR PROJECTS TO COVER UP THEIR POSSIBLE INVOLVEMENT IN BUNKERING  ... Commends the Military and security agencies for maintaining peace Governor of Rivers State, Sir Siminalayi Fubara says his administration is doing everything possible to curb illegal bunkering activities in the state, but some officers of the Nigerian Army are possibly compromised in parts of Ahoada East and Ogba-Egbema-Ndoni Local Government Areas. Governor Fubara made this known when he received the Chief of Army Staff, Lt. General Taoreed Abiodun Lagbaja, on a courtesy visit at Government House on Friday. He said that the suspected officers are attached to a particular company in the Ogba-Egbema-Ndoni Local government area. According to Sir Fubara, "One special problem that we have here is the issue of bunkering. In some parts of the State, in Ahoada East and Ogba-Egbema-Ndoni, most of the bunkering activities there, we believe, are sub...

PRESS RELEASE POLICE RECRUITMENT COMMENCES AS RECRUITMENT BOARD OPENS APPLICATION PORTAL - IGP Charges Applicants on Vigilance Against Fraudsters The Nigeria Police Force is pleased to announce the commencement of the recruitment process for qualified individuals into the rank of Police Constables in the General Duty and Specialist Cadres. The Police Recruitment Board is set to open the application portal on October 15th, 2023, marking the beginning of an essential phase in enhancing the Force's capabilities and effectiveness. The online application portal will be opened for the period of six weeks from 15th October to 26th November 2023, where prospective applicants are required to complete the online application forms and submit same within the specified period via www.apply.policerecruitment.gov.ng  Applicants shall be of Nigerian origin by birth and must possess the National Identification Number (NIN) with a minimum of 5 credits in not more than 2 sittings in WAEC/NECO or its ...

 Photos from Regina Daniels birthday party Th actress and billionaire wife turned a year older on October 10. More photos below. 

Music executive, Kenny Ogungbe, completes the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) at 53.  Ogungbe, famous for his Kennis Music label that signed legends like Tuface, posted pictures from his Passing Out Parade on Thursday, Oct. 12. More photos below.   

  NHIA Unveils NAFDAC Logo For 33 Medical Products National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) has unveiled the logo the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) approved for use on 33 locally manufactured medical products for the Authority. The Director General of NHIA, Professor Mohammed Sambo unveiled the logo to newsmen in Abuja during a joint conference with NAFDAC. Professor Sambo explained that the collaboration was to ensure that subscribers have access to affordable and quality drugs, adding that it would solve the problem of out-of-stock syndrome in the nation’s health facilities. The NHIA DG further said the authority was working with relevant agencies in the production and distribution of the drug to secure its quality. NAFDAC Director General, Professor Mojisola Adeyeye who assured Nigerians of the drugs, warned that the agency would sanction anyone selling them outside the designed health facilities. ‘’NAFDAC has in the past five years deve...

PRESS RELEASE NPF - NCCC ARRESTS TWO IN CONNECTION WITH IDENTITY THEFT, CRIMINAL CONSPIRACY. As IGP Urges Vigilance During Online Engagements The Nigeria Police Force in its continuous resolute fight against cybercrime and cyber-related offences, has recorded another significant milestone on October 4, 2023 following the arrest of two suspects, Chinonso Eze and Victory Ebomuche, in connection with a case involving criminal conspiracy, identity theft, and computer-related fraud. The suspects, aged 18 and 24 years, respectively, were arrested at their residence in Agua Marina Estate, Apo, FCT Abuja. This arrest is a testament to the culmination of exhaustive investigative efforts and reflects our staunch commitment to upholding the highest standards of professionalism in combating cybercrime. Furthermore, our dedicated team of investigators meticulously gathered evidence and conducted comprehensive inquiries, resulting in the apprehension of these suspects. This operation exposed a compl...

  How we use charms to steal manhood — Suspects 13th Oct 2023 A 30-year-old Joshua Yonana has disclosed how they have been stealing male manhood, saying that they often apply spiritual charms on their palms to steal the penis. The suspect said he used the same charm to steal the penis of one Usman Sale at Sabon Garin Nabardo, Toro LGA of Bauchi State. Yonana told journalists that he was paraded alongside his colleague at the police headquarters on Tuesday in Bauchi, saying, “It is true that I steal the manhood of a man. We apply spiritual charms on our palms and whoever we shake hands with, his penis will be removed.” “I shook hands with the victim in Nabardo and stole his penis. When I stole the penis, I handed it over to my colleague, Birtus, for onward delivery to our boss, Yonana Abubakar. Kano: Police arrest 3 robbery suspects, recover arms Suspected killers of hotelier withdrawn for poor performance – Kwara Poly “I don’t know what our boss did with the stolen penis ...

 Borno Government Bans Mining Activities Borno State Government has banned all forms of mining activities in the state. In a statement by the Commissioner for Information and Internal Security, Professor Usman Tar says the ban is due to the fragile security situation in the state.  The statement explains that government is mapping and securing the mine sites with a view to ensuring law, order and safety of lives.  It adds that a governance protocol for the mining sector is being developed in the state with a view to sanitizing the industry. "Government will soon issue a code of conduct and standard operating procedure for the mining value chain to guide the sector" Professor Tar says. The Commissioner urges stakeholders in the mining sector to abide by the directive, as any violation will attract the wrath of the law. 

NSCDC Arrests Imposter Doctor In Zamfara  The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, has succeeded in arresting an imposter Medical doctor who was practicing at Yariman Bakura specialists Hospital, Gusau, capital city of Zamfara state. Civil Defence Public Relations Officer, CDPRO, SC Ikor Oche who paraded the suspect Muhammad Naziru Mode using fake name as Dr Ibrahim or Dr IBB. SC Oche said the imposter Gynaecologist doctor had been parading himself as medical doctor for three months examining patients at the Yariman Bakura Specialist Hospital where he also examined married women. He said that Naziru Mode, hailed from Yar hanya area in Gusau, defrauded many patients by presenting himself as a doctor in the Department of Gynecology. While fielding questions from newsmen, the fake Doctor Muhammad Nazir Mode who is a tailor who sewed clothes at Tudun Wada area in Gusau has confessed to the crime amidst tears, saying it was a mistake, and pleaded guilty.  The civil De...