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STATE HOUSE PRESS RELEASE  EDUCATION AND HEALTHCARE WILL RECEIVE MORE ATTENTION, PRESIDENT TINUBU ASSURES NIGERIANS  President Bola Tinubu says his administration will give more attention to education and healthcare, as well as provide the enablements for industrialization and investments in consonance with his vision of creating an economically stable and prosperous country. Speaking at the second-term inauguration of Governor Hope Uzodinma of Imo State, in Owerri, on Monday, President Tinubu said he is well-attuned to the concerns of citizens, assuring them that the challenges brought on by very essential reforms are being addressed.  "In the past 40 years, a few people were cornering our common wealth, and calling it subsidy, but I call it wasteful. Right now, we are all bearing and sharing that pain. But things are looking up. Things will get better for the good of all Nigerians. With me, there is hope. "I assure you that there will be substantial development in education

The hero principal from Perry, Iowa passed away yesterday. He selflessly confronted an armed assailant and lost his life 10 days after his heroic act.  On the morning of January 4th, students and teachers alike were starting their first day back after their Christmas break at Perry High School in Perry, Iowa. As the students and faculty were milling into the hallways trying to get back into the swing of things a 17-year-old with bad intentions was about to shock the small Iowa community to its core. Around 7:27 a.m., 17-year-old Dylan Butler began shooting while students were being served breakfast. He was armed with a pump shotgun a handgun as well as an improvised explosive device. This is when 56-year-old Principal Dan Marburger, who had worked at Perry High since 1995, made the ultimate sacrifice for the school he loved.  According to multiple witnesses, Dan immediately put himself in harm's way trying to distract Butler by reasoning with the 17-year-old in an attempt to calm

Mohbad did not leave any will behind - Management tackles singer's father The management of the late singer, Ilerioluwa Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad, has debunked claims made by his father that the singer left a will behind. Mohbad’s dad, Joseph Aloba, had, in a recent interview, claimed that his son wrote a will before his death. However, reacting in a statement shared via the late singer’s Instagram page on Monday, his management described the claim as “false and misleading.” The statement partly read: “No members of Mohbad’s management or his Lawyer have communicated the existence of a will or any such thumb-printed document (as has recently been FALSELY reported) to any member of the family or the public. ”We would like to state with certainty that if any such document did exist, it would have been duly registered with the Probate Registry. We therefore plead with everyone to refrain from sharing false and misleading statements like this.” The management noted that “All acc

Armed Forces Remembrance Day: Nigeria Will Rise Again, Says Abiodun  Ogun State Governor Prince Dapo Abiodun has called on Nigerians to have faith in the current political system, the government and its leaders, saying the country is on the verge of rising again. He also called on them to shun all acts of violence or act that do not define them as a people. The governor stated this during the 2024 Armed Forces Remembrance Day, held at the Arcade Ground, Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta. Prince Abiodun also called on Nigerians to continue to be their brother's keeper, urging them to stay away from sowing discord among themselves. The governor urged Nigerians to subscribe to the spirit of nation-building and nationalism while supporting the families of fallen heroes. "Let us eschew the spirit of brotherhood amongst ourselves. Let us uphold the spirit of not just nationhood but optimism. Let us have faith in our system, our government, and our leaders. Nigeria is on the verge of rising again.

EFCC Arrests Ex-Minister, Charles Ugwuh, One Other for Alleged N3.6bn Fraud   Operatives of the Lagos Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, have arrested a former Minister of Commerce and Industry, Charles Chukwuemeka Ugwuh, for an alleged conspiracy and fraud to the tune of N3.6bn.   Ugwuh was arrested alongside Chief Geoffrey Ekenma on January 11, 2024 at No.2, Musa Yar Adua way, New Owerri, Imo State, following a petition to the Commission from a new generation bank on the alleged fraud perpetrated through a company, Ebony Agro Industries Ltd., linked to the ex-Minister.   Investigations revealed that Ugwuh and Ekenma, Managing Director, Ebony Agro Industries Ltd., allegedly obtained a loan facility from the bank for the purchase and production of polished rice.   However, the suspect, according to the petitioner, failed to meet up his obligations to the bank and all efforts to get him to repay the loan facility proved abortive.   The suspects would be

Don’t compel communities to purchase transformers, cables – Adelabu to IBEDC, others The Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu has told Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC) and its counterparts across the country never to compel communities to purchase transformers, cables and poles. Adelabu said it is the responsibility of the electricity distribution companies to provide transformers, poles and cables to communities within their areas of coverage. The minister warned that President Bola Tinubu frowns at the situation where communities would be forced to purchase transformers, poles and cables by electricity distribution companies. He gave the warning when he paid a working visit to the IBEDC office in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital on Monday. While addressing staff and management of the electricity distribution company, the minister said that the current administration will not tolerate a situation where communities will be forced to purchase such items by themselves. He also

Adeleke denies inheriting Osun Job Centre from predecessor The Osun State Government has denied inheriting any entity known as Osun Job Centre from the administration of former governor Adegboyega Oyetola. The state government also added that it had not withheld salaries of civil servants since it came into office on November 27, 2022. It was alleged to have shut down the Osun Job Centre and also withheld the 12 months salaries of staff members. The state government, in a statement signed by Kolapo Alimi, the Osun State Commissioner for Information and Public Enlightenment, on Monday, revealed that staff engaged at the centre were contract staff and that the civil servants within the centre have been redeployed to various ministries in the state. In his words, “Our attention has been drawn to a false publication alleging that Governor Ademola Adeleke has shut down Osun Job Centre and withheld 12-month salaries of staff. “There is no truth in this as Governor Adeleke did not inherit any

NNPCL to hand over Port Harcourt refinery to private operators As the Port Harcourt oil Refinery comes to life, the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited has concluded plans to hand over the government refinery to private operators. The NNPCL said it is seeking to engage reputable and credible operations and maintenance companies to operate and maintain the Port Harcourt Refining Company. This, it said, was “to ensure reliability and sustainability towards meeting the nation’s fuel supply and energy security obligations.” In a publication on its website on Monday, the NNPCL said the contract scope shall cover refinery business processes like long-term and short-term production/operations planning; production and operations execution; monitoring, reporting, and optimisation of operations; maintenance execution; health and safety; environmental management; minor projects and others. NNPCL requested that interested companies must demonstrate “a minimum average annual Turnover of at

Super Eagles better than their opponents, says Peseiro Super Eagles coach Jose Peseiro says his team were better than their opponents, Equatorial Guinea but were simply unlucky. Peseiro made this known while reacting to Nigeria’s 1-1 draw against Equatorial Guinea at the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Cote d’Ivoire. But beyond the slightly disappointing result, Peseiro said he is satisfied with the performance of his players. “We hoped to win this match and we did everything to win. He however expressed disappointment in his team’s inability to convert their chances at goal. “I am not happy. I deserved to win, this draw doesn’t suit us. “Our team created a lot of chances but we didn’t score. “We hope that next time, even with fewer opportunities, we will score. “We simply have to improve our finishing,” he said. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the Super Eagles will face hosts Côte d’Ivoire, for their second game. AFCON 2023: Peseiro counts gains of Abu Dhabi cam

My greatest blessing is being of British descent, says Uriel Oputa Reality TV star, Uriel Oputa, has shared her satisfaction about being a British citizen in response to skit maker OGB Recent’s advice for non-millionaire Nigerians. The Nation reported that OGB Recent over the weekend revealed that those who haven’t made it in life financially shouldn’t be sleeping at night. In response to his remarks, Uriel conveyed her delight in being both a Nigerian and a British citizen. Uriel also said that being half British is a blessing because Nigerians have an innate tendency to pressure others until they begin to question their beliefs. She expressed her views on the tendency of many Nigerians to stereotype and categorize individuals. She encouraged them to travel more for broader exposure and a diversified perspective, cautioning against narrow-mindedness. Uriel wrote: “My biggest blessing is being part British. Some Nigerians will squeeze you until no self belief. They thrive in placing in

Supreme Court reserves judgment in Rivers governorship appeal The Supreme Court on Monday reserved judgment in the appeal filed by the governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rivers March 18, 2023 governorship election, Patrick Tonye-Cole, against the declaration of Siminalayi Fubara of People Democratic Party, PDP as the winner of the poll. A five-member panel headed by Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun reserved judgment on the appeal after all parties in the suit adopted their briefs of arguments. Tonye-Cole filed the suit following the Appeal Court’s decision of Nov. 28, 2023, which dismissed his appeal for lacking sufficient and convincing evidence. The APC governorship candidate contends that the Rivers 2023 governorship election was marred by irregularities and non-compliance with the Electoral Act. The APC candidate also alleged that Fubara continued to sign documents as the Rivers State’s Accountant-General after his nomination as the governorship candidate o

Suspected cable thieves arrested by vigilantes in Adamawa Three suspected electricity cable thieves have been arrested by vigilantes in Adamawa State. The suspects were alleged to have stolen the cables at Sabore Guga, a community along the MayoBelwa – Jada road in the southern part of the state. The suspects were identified as Emmanuel Kefas, 45, Jonah Linus, 39, and Mustapha Aliyu, 38. Another suspect whose name was given as Biri Modibbo is said to be currently at large. The cables were identified as those deployed by the Yola Electricity Distribution Company, YEDC. The YEDC, which disclosed the arrests, said it was in line with efforts to check the stealing of the company’s assets. The Head of Corporate Communications of the company, Olugbenga Adebola, said, “The arrest comes as a result of the company’s ongoing efforts to combat the illegal tampering with power infrastructure that has been a persistent challenge for the distribution of electricity in the region.” Adebola alleged th

I’m not interested in Sadio Mane’s money, fame – Aisha Tamba Sadio Mane’s wife, Aisha Tamba has insisted that she is not interested in her husband’s money or fame. According to her, Mane’s fame and money will not change her. She revealed that she is ready to face the upcoming challenges in her married life. Recall that Mane tied the knot with Tamba during a private ceremony in Dakar, Senegal, last week. Speaking about her married life, Tamba said (via Mail Online), “I am looking forward to my new life and I know that it will be very different. But I do not feel any pressure because Sadio’s fame and money will not change me. This is not what I’m interested in. “I will remain a humble person committed to my faith. “I’m not used to having so much attention on me because we are a very private family. We don’t like to show off and speak about our personal lives. I am a very down-to-earth person, this is how I was raised, and nothing will be different just because of this marriage. “But I’m

Hoodlums attack doctors at EKSUTH, steal corpse Activities have been paralysed at the EKITI State University Teaching Hospital, EKSUTH, Ado-Ekiti, as a result of an emergency and indefinite strike declared by labor unions at the hospital following an attack by suspected hoodlums who invaded the medical facility. Reports reaching DAILY POST have it that some suspected hoodlums on Monday invaded the Ekiti State University Teaching Hospital, Ado Ekiti, and attacked some doctors. It was gathered that the hoodlums destroyed some facilities at the hospital and stole a corpse suspected to be the father of one of the hoodlums. At the moment, the Association of Resident Doctors, Ekiti State University Teaching Hospital, Ado-Ekiti has directed its members to embark on an indefinite strike with immediate effect. This was contained in a letter addressed to the Chief Medical Director, Professor Kayode Olabanji and signed by the President of the Association, Dr Famous Adeyemi. “The above-named assoc

 Inferno Claims Family Of Seven In Kano A late night fire, has led to the death of seven family members, while one sustained various degree of injuries at Tudun wada quarters, Nasarawa local government area, Kano.  Executive Secretary, Kano state emergency management agency (SEMA),Alhaji Isiyaku Abdullahi Kubarachi confirmed the incident to Radio Nigeria in Kano. According to him, the midnight  fire was triggered by electric fault, which led to the death of Malam Shu'aibu and his family. He stressed that, the fire started from the living room, where the family moved to the inner room, and all efforts by neighbors to rescue them, proved abortive as they were suffocated by smoke. Alhaji Isiyaku pointed out that, the State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA), had visited the scene, and had directed it's staff to compile a comprehensive  report, for onward submission to the state government for necessary action.  The Executive Secretary, urged relatives of the deceased to consider t

Kwara Governor Salutes Gallant Security Officers at Armed Forces Remembrance Day Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has urged Nigerians to unite and give their support to  members of the armed forces in their task of ensuring safety and security across the country. Governor AbdulRazq made the call while speaking at an event to celebrate the 2024 Armed forces Remembrance Day in Ilorin. He commended the effort of the  fallen and serving men of the Armed Forces for their tremendous services to the nation. AbdulRazq said the Armed Forces should be appreciated  for the sacrifices they have rendered . He thanked the security agencies for their excellent roles in special operations in some parts of the state.  The governor also appreciated their families for their tremendous roles and contribution to peace building. He assured them of the commitment of his administration to support the families of the fallen heroes and those alive. One more photo below. 

 WE' II NOT ALLOW CHARLATANS TO RUIN OUR EDUCATION SYSTEM - BENUE GOVT Benue State Government has warned stakeholders in the education sector that it will no longer tolerate mediocrity, half standards, inefficiency, laxity, and non-performance. Director-General (DG), Benue Education Quality Assurance Agency, Mr Terna Francis, said this on Saturday in Makurdi at a meeting with education stakeholders in the state. Francis said that the warning became imperative as government was committed to ensuring the success and total reformation of the education sector and the full automation of all processes by 2025. The DG said that the establishment of the agency was to drive the reforms and weed out those who had dragged the education sector down. He said education remained the swiftest vehicle to societal development as such the sector would no longer be overlooked. “It is this unchecked educational system without concomitant consideration for ethical content that has birthed the geometric

"MY EX-BOYFRIENDS DIDN'T MARRY ME DUE TO MY TERRIBLE ANGER ISSUE" - NIGERIAN WOMAN SAYS, ADVISES FELLOW LADIES 15th January, 2024 Peace Ijeoma Albert, a Nigerian woman, has described how her anger issues unintentionally drove away all of her ex-boyfriends. The lady who is now married, said her hubby is the only one who was willing to handle her anger and understood her situation despite trying to leave him numerous times. She admired his sacrifice because they both had anger issues, but he chose to control his own so that he could have her in his life and help her manage hers. Peace published her tale on Facebook, asking people to work on their relationships rather than break up with them because of their terrible attitudes. She wrote; “Sometimes I wonder why my ex them no marry me But I stopped thinking when I realized how much hubby has tolerated me. Let me share a story with you and please learn. Before I got married, I had this anger issue, a very terrible one oh. I h

*ANAMBRA STATE EASE OF DOING BUSINESS*  *- Gov. Soludo Signs Executive Orders*  By Paul Nwosu It shall no longer be business as usual in Anambra State. Governor Charles Chukwuma Soludo CFR, has shifted into top gear the Ease of Doing Business (EoDB) in Anambra, and the goal is to move Anambra from No. 7 to No. 1 in EoDB ranking in the country for all indicators. This will undoubtedly further leverage the right kind of investment ambience that would imbue prospective investors with the confidence to invest in Anambra State.  The Ease of Doing Business project which was launched back in 2002 and cascaded to the subnational levels in 2017 has been given a new lease of life by Governor Soludo to provide quantitative indicators on regulation for starting a business, dealing with construction permits, getting electricity, registering property, getting credit, protecting minority investors, paying taxes, trading across borders, enforcing contracts and resolving insolvency. This also measures

*Anambra Police Foil Armed Robbery Attempt at Ihiala, Neutralize Gunman* Police Special Crack Squad deployed to Ihiala by Anambra State Commissioner of Police weeks before Christmas has foiled an armed robbery operation and neutralised one of the hoodlums. The Crack Squad which works  with the local vigilante had restored calm in the ancient city making it possible for Ihiala sons and daughters who trooped in from the Diaspora and elsewhere to enjoy the  festive season. The encounter with the gunmen occurred in the night of 12 January, 2024 as they attempted to rob a middle-aged man of his vehicle at Ubiahuikwem, Ihiala.  On sighting the Squad the gunmen who operated on two motorcycles  opened fire on the Police. Operatives professionally engaged them to avoid hitting the would-be victim of the armed robbery who then zoomed off from the scene. One Automatic Pump Action Gun and two motorcycles were recovered from the hoodlums. The Commissioner of Police who expressed satisfaction with t

Sim Appoints Nyesom Wike's Men As Commissioners. The Rivers State House of Assembly hereby invites the following Commissioner -nominees for screening and confirmation as Members of the Rivers State Executive Council. 1. Zacchaeus Adangor SAN DSSRS  2. ⁠Dr. Jacobson Mbina DSSRS  3. ⁠Dr. Gift Worlu 4. ⁠Mrs Inime Chinwenwo- Aguma DSSRS  5. ⁠Engr. Chukwuemeka Woke FNSE DSSRS  6. ⁠Prof. Prince Chinedu Mmom DSSRS  7. ⁠Dr. George-Kelly D. Alabo FNIQS DSSRS  8. ⁠Hon. Isaac Kamalu DSSRS  9. ⁠Engr. Austin Ben Chioma Date: Wednesday 17th January, 2024 Time: 10am Venue: Hallowed Chamber, Rivers State House of Assembly, Legislative Quarters, Off PH/Aba Expressway, Port Harcourt. Nominees are to come along with 40 sets of Curriculum Vitae (CV), photocopies of their credentials and their originals. Signed: Emeka Amadi PhD Clerk Rivers State House of Assembly  

23-year-old girl who left home since November 2023, declared missing by her family  A young lady identified as Mercy Ogar, from Gabu, Yala local government in Cross River State has been declared missing by her family. According to her mum, Felicia Ogar, Mercy lived in Festac, Lagos state with a friend, but had decided to relocate to Abuja to stay with her (the mother). The 23-year-old left home on November 16, 2023, after telling her friend that she was travelling to Abuja. However, she hasn't been seen or heard from since then.  Efforts to contact Mercy has been futile as both her phone numbers have been unreachable. Anyone with information about her whereabouts, should kindly contact 07083776271or visit a nearby police station.