FG declares public holidays for Christmas, New Year Festivities

The Federal Government has declared Wednesday, December 25th, and Thursday, December 26th, 2024, as public holidays to celebrate Christmas and Boxing Day, respectively. In addition, Wednesday, January 1st, 2025, has also been designated a public holiday to usher in the New Year. The Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, who made the declaration on behalf of the Federal Government in a statement signed by the Permanent Secretary, Dr Magdalene Ajani, […]

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Abbe: We have Lost A Committed Administrator – Akpabio

By: Anayo Akwitti President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has described the death of the former military Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Brigadier General Godwin Abbe, as a great loss to the people of Akwa Ibom State and Nigeria in general. In a statement by his Special Assistant on Media, Jackson Udom, the Senate President said General Abbe, who was also once a military Governor of Rivers State, was […]

December 23, 2024 11

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NASC Appoints Atiku Ibrahim as National Assembly Deputy Clerk

By: Anayo Akwitti The National Assembly Service Commission (NASC) has appointed Atiku Ibrahim as the substantive Deputy Clerk to the National Assembly. According to a statement released by NASC and signed by the Executive Chairman of the Commission, Engr. Ahmed Kadi Amshi, dated 19 December 2024, said the appointment is effective from 2nd February 2025. The letter stated that the appointment is in recognition of his hard work and […]

December 23, 2024 18

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DG NILDS Condole with Speaker Abbas over Niece’s Death

By Zainab Bakare The Director General of the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS), Prof. Abubakar Sulaiman, has extended heartfelt condolences to the Speaker of the House of Representatives and Alternate Chairman of NILDS' Governing Council, Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, following the passing of his nieces death, Aisha Aliyu. In a condolence message issued on Sunday, Prof. Sulaiman acknowledged the virtuous life of the late Aisha Aliyu, highlighting […]

December 22, 2024 15

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NDLEA Nabs ex-convict, Businessman Over Large Cocaine Possession

By Oluwakemi Kindness The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, has thwarted attempt by an import and export businessman, Olisaka Chibuzo Calistus to smuggle 256 wraps of cocaine weighing 6 kilograms into the country. The NDLEA said the seizure at Aminu Kano International Airport, MAKIA, Kano, which is the single largest interception of cocaine since the creation of MAKIA Command of NDLEA in 2006 was made on Sunday 15th December […]

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FCT Minister Directs Free Treatment for Victims of Abuja Food Distribution Stampede

By: Chinedu Echianu The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, has commiserated with victims of the stampede that occurred during a food distribution event at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Maitama, Abuja on Saturday. In a statement on Saturday, by the Minister's Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and New Media, Lere Olayinka, government hospitals were directed to treat those that were injured in the stampede free of charge. […]

December 21, 2024 16

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Involve Security Agencies During Palliatives Distribution, FEMD Tells Charity Organisations

...Commiserates with Families of Victims of Church Stampede The Acting Director General of the FCT Emergency Management Department, (FEMD), Engr Abdulrahman Mohammed has commiserated with the Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Abuja and family members of victims of the stampede which occurred in the church in the early hours of Saturday (6:30 am). Reports say the stampede which claimed 10 lives including 4 children, also injured 10 persons and occurred […]

December 21, 2024 28

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State of Security in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Ahead of the Festive Season

By Adenekan Sofiat As the festive season approaches, residents of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) are raising concerns about the state of security in the region. Traditionally, this period is marked by an influx of visitors, increased economic activities, and heightened celebrations, all of which demand an enhanced security framework to ensure the safety of lives and property. Current Security Challenges in the FCT The FCT, known for its status […]

December 21, 2024 22

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Cost Optimization Key as NIQS Launches Official Vehicle in Abuja

By: Julian Adetinuyo The Nigerian Institute of Quantity Surveyors (NIQS) has unveiled its official vehicle, the MG RX8 (2023 model), as part of its efforts to enhance visibility and promote professionalism in Nigeria’s construction industry. Speaking during the unveiling ceremony at the NIQS headquarters in Abuja, the President of the Institute, QS Kene C. Nzekwe, FNIQS, described the MG RX8 as a symbol of progress, innovation, and professionalism. He […]

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