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Embassy Of Health, Wellness Training Grand Ceremony Holds November 19

16.11.2024

The Embassy of Health and Wellness, in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Education and Health, has expressed delight over the successful completion of a national healthcare training initiative conducted across 112 Federal Unity Schools throughout Nigeria. Dr Chiemelie Eze, Chief Mission Director of the Embassy noted that the grand finale of this impactful programme...

Voting Ends Counting, Sorting Commences

16.11.2024

Voting process has finally ended in the ongoing Ondo State Governorship election as sorting and counting of electoral materials set to commence across the Local Government Areas of the State. Saturday Telegraph reports that the sorting process has started at Olaniyan Street, Unit 54, Ward 007, Ondo West LGA. READ ALSO However, controversy erupts in...

Thugs Snatch Ballot Box In Idanre LGA, Escape On Motorcycle

16.11.2024

In a concerning development in the ongoing Ondo State governorship election, some unidentified thugs have brazenly snatched a ballot box in Idanre Local Government Area (LGA). Saturday Telegraph reports that the perpetrators swiftly carried out the operation and escaped on a motorcycle that had been strategically positioned for the act. The incident, which has heightened...

Why Nigerians should protect their cultural heritage, by Bonu

16.11.2024

Hon. Bonu Saanu Solomon, the lawmaker representing Badagry Constituency 1 in the Lagos State House of Assembly, has emphasised the importance of supporting Nigerian youths in pursuing their dreams. As the Chairman of the House Committee on Tourism, Arts, and Culture, Solomon has awarded scholarships to tertiary institution students from his constituency to encourage education...

Ex-members being used by APC to cause crisis in NNPP –Ladipo Johnson

16.11.2024

Mr. Ladipo Johnson is the National Publicity Secretary of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), in this interview with OLAOLU OLADIPO, Johnson talked about recent developments within the party, ongoing merger discussions with other parties as well as recent off seasons elections conducted by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). Excerpts: I remember that you...

Case for electoral reforms gathers momentum

16.11.2024

Nigeria’s recent elections have been a major topic of conversation, sparking widespread debate and criticism over the electoral process. With growing concerns about the integrity, transparency, and efficiency of elections, the call for comprehensive electoral reform has gained significant momentum. Citizens, civil society groups, political leaders, and international observers are now pressing for changes...

Adedapo Alakija Leads Fight Against Aquatic Invasive Species

16.11.2024

Adedapo Stephen Alakija, a renowned Nigerian conservationist, is making significant strides in the fight against aquatic invasive species. With a robust background in forestry and wildlife management, Alakija has dedicated his career to preserving the natural world and promoting sustainable environmental practices. Alakija’s journey began in the lush landscapes of Ogun State, Nigeria, where his...

Tinubu To Receive Indian PM Modi In Abuja Sunday

16.11.2024

President Bola Tinubu will on Sunday received the Indian Prime Minister, Narendra Modi for a State visit at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. This was disclosed in a statement issued President Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga on Saturday in Abuja. His visit to Nigeria, according to the statement will be the...

Obasa Games: Lagos Speaker Applauds Organisers, Says It’s Beyond Me

16.11.2024

The Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa, has applauded the organisers of the annual Obasa Games, as he look forward to a good tournament across five sports to be competed for between youths of the the Lagos West Senatorial District. The Games officially began on Friday, November 15, with...

Twelve Ojukwu Varsity Students Killed In Road Accident In 10 Months

16.11.2024

Prof. Kate Omenugha, the acting Vice Chancellor of Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Anambra State has disclosed that 12 students of the institution died in road accidents in the past 10 months. Omenugha made this known on Friday at the third Dim Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu Memorial Lecture series held at the university According to her, the...

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I apologise for saying no heaven without tithe – Adeboye

04.10.2024

The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Enoch Adeboye, has apologised for saying that Christians who don’t pay tithe might not make it to heaven. Adeboye who had previously said that paying tithe was one of the prerequisites for going to heaven, apologised for the comment while addressing his congregation Thursday...

Protesters storm Rivers electoral commission, insist election must hold

04.10.2024

Angry protesters on Friday stormed the office of the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission, singing and chanting ‘Election must hold’. They defied the heavy rainfall spreading canopies, while singing and drumming, with one side of the road blocked. The protest came after the Rivers State governor stormed the RSIEC in the early hours of Friday...

Man who asked Tinubu to resign admitted in psychiatric hospital

04.10.2024

The Adamawa State Police Command has disclosed that the 30-year-old Abdullahi Mohammed who climbed a 33 kv high tension electricity pole in Mayo-Belwa last Friday has been admitted at the Yola Psychiatric hospital for mental examination. The Police Public Relations Officer of the command SP Suleiman Nguroje, told Arewa PUNCH on Friday in an exclusive...

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