LCDAs Have Come To Stay, Lagos Speaker says

The Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa, has said there are no plans to scrap the 37 Local Government Development Areas (LCDAs) of the state. Dr. Obasa, represented by Deputy Speaker Mojisola Lasbat Meranda, said this at a second public hearing on the bill to amend the Local Government Administration law of the state …

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Group Names Utsev as Best-Performing Minister of Water Resources in Africa

Professor Joseph Utsev, Nigeria’s Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, has been recognised as the best-performing Minister of Water Resources in Africa. This prestigious award by the Africa Water Conservation Platform (AWCP) acknowledges Utsev’s exceptional leadership in managing water resources, ensuring equitable distribution, and promoting sustainable practices. Under Utsev’s guidance, the South Africa-based group said Nigeria has made significant strides …

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EFCC Unveils Cybercrime Rapid Response Service

Determined to break the criminal networks and damage associated with internet fraud across the country, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Tuesday, October 22, 2024 unveiled a 24-hour Cybercrime Rapid Response Desk. The unveiling, which was done at the Banquet Hall, Presidential Villa, Abuja by Her Excellency, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, First Lady, Federal Republic of Nigeria, is meant …

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Defamation: Halima Abubakar sues AGN President, Emeka Rollas …seeks N3billion damages

Popular actress and philanthropist, Halima Abubakar has taken legal action against the national president of the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN) Emeka Rollas. Recall that on 17 October, 2024, Rollas released a statement on his social media handle, purportedly claiming that Abubakar has been suspended indefinitely from the AGN. The statement claimed that Abubakar was “behind the most slandering information …

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DHQ clarifies: No appointment of Acting Chief of Army Staff; calls for military coup treasonable

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) wishes to clarify that it has not announced the appointment of any senior officer as the acting Chief of Army Staff (COAS), contrary to speculation by certain media outlets. For the record, no such appointment exists within the Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN). The Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja, is currently on a …

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Lagos Assembly To Hold Second Public Hearing On LG Administration Bill

The Lagos State House of Assembly on Monday agreed to conduct another public hearing on a bill that seeks to review the Local Government Administration law of the state. The House also invited the Attorney-General of the State, Lawal Pedro, for an interpretation of the recent Supreme Court judgement on financial autonomy for local governments. The resolutions came at a …

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Transform Your Pain To Purpose, Says Prophet Samuel Akinbodunse

Founder of Freedom For All Nations Outreach widely known as FANO TV, Prophet Samuel Akinbodunse has enjoined everyone across the globe to transform their pains to Purpose. He stated this during a live service at his ministry’s headquarters in South Africa with the theme, “Transforming your pain to purpose”   Taking reference from the bible in James 1:3-4, he charged …

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Laffmattazz: Lagos 3rd Coming Features Star-Studded Lineup with Dbanj Gandoki, Akpororo, Taooma, Seriki Dariya, others

Legendary comedian Gbenga Adeyinka is set to host the much-anticipated third edition of his comedy show, Laffmattazz: Lagos 3rd Coming on November 17, 2024. The event will take place at the prestigious Balmoral Convention Center, Victoria Island, Lagos, promising an unforgettable night of laughter and entertainment. The lineup features a mix of iconic comedians and musicians, including Omobaba No.1, Gandoki, …

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NASPRI kicks off fourth quarter courses with emphasis on collaboration, teamwork

The Nigerian Army School of Public Relations and Information (NASPRI) has on 18 October 2024 inaugurated its Fourth Quarter Courses 2024 which comprises of Advance Public Relations Course, X1 News Writing and Reporting and A2 Photography, with Acting Commandant Lt Col Adamu Ngulde stressing the importance of collaboration and teamwork in the field of Public Relations. At the inauguration ceremony …

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Ministerial Scorecard: Civil Society group rates Aviation Minister, Keyamo’s Performace As Superlative

The Centre for Africa Civilisation and Development (CACD) has hailed the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, SAN, as a transformative leader who has revolutionized Nigeria’s airports.  They rated his performance as superlative. Under Keyamo’s proactive leadership, the Cente said the sector has witnessed significant reforms, addressing longstanding challenges and propelling the nation forward. Speaking at a press …

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