Month: September 2019

Islamic Movement In Nigeria Remains Proscribed – IGP

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Nigeria Police Force has reacted to information going round that some members of the proscribed Islamic Movement in Nigeria (IMN) intend to embark on a nationwide procession, ostensibly to cause disruption of public peace, order and security in the Country. The Force stated that in line with the Terrorism (Prevention) Proscription Order Notice 2019 of 26th July, 2019, the activities of the Islamic Movement in Nigeria have been proscribed. Nigeria police in a statement signed by Force Public Relations Officer, DCP Frank Mba,maintained that all gathering or procession by the group remain ultimately…

FG Sites Federal Fire Service Zone G Hq In Niger state

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The Federal Ministry of Interior has approved Minna, the Niger State Capital, as the headquarters of Zone G of the Federal Fire Service comprising Niger, Kwara and Kogi states. Presenting two modern Fire Fighting Vehicles to the state government, Comptroller General of the Federal Fire Service, Ibrahim Alhaji Liman disclosed that over 200 fire fighters had been deployed to the state to kick start the Zonal Headquarters. Liman commended Governor Sani Bello for reviving the state fire service, he said the facilities deployed were to complement the state government’s efforts…

FLASHBACK: The Story of the Epic Battle Between King Sunny Ade and Chief Bolarinwa Abioro

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It was in 1974 that the news broke. Chief Bolarinwa Abioro, the Balogun of Ipokia, the Chairman of African Songs Limited, had taken his star musician to court! Everyone who knew KSA knew Abioro. Everyone who knew Abioro knew Sunday Adeniyi. Sunny was the son. Abioro was the father. What could have gone wrong between father and son? KSA was the second artiste to be signed on to the stable of African Songs Limited. Ayinde Bakare was the first. Sikiru Ayinde Barrister was the third. Like most creative people, young…

PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION PETITION: Why Certificate Mattered By Law Mefor

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Like a sore thumb, the issue of the secondary school certificate of President Muhammadu Buhari keeps sticking up. But why should secondary school certificate of a full army general who has attended the Nigeria Defence Academy and later, two to three officers training institutions around the world, still matter? Part of the silver-tongued argument of some in this direction is that such a general has actually been educated beyond secondary education. To such observers, it is even insolent to query the educational qualification of one who had attended postgraduate degree-…

Omo-Agege Thanks Constituents Over Electoral, Judicial Victories ….says petition to Tribunal was a needless distraction

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Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Ovie Omo-Agege has expressed gratitude to the people of Delta Central Senatorial district and all Nigerians whose unwavering support has ensured undisputable electoral and judicial support. Omo-Agege’s victory was reaffirmed by the Electoral Tribunal sitting in Asaba in its verdict on Saturday. In a press release issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr. Yomi Odunuga, he expressed Senator Omo-Agege’s resolve to diligently continue offering selfless service towards the betterment of his constituency and the nation as a whole. “While many have…

100 DAYS : Gov Sani-Bello Outlines Landmark Achievements ,Reassures Residents of Service Delivery

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Niger State Governor, Alhaji Abubakar Sani Bello has reassured residents of the state that his administration’s ‘covenant’ made with the people remain sacrosanct as his government will continue with good governance and service delivery according to people’s need. In a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Mrs. Mary Noel Berje, the Governor acknowledged the high expectations of people on the government and assured that their mandate will not be a waste. Governor Sani-Bello said “We are mindful of the anxiety-filled and passionate minds of our people who brought us…

Omo-Agege Celebrates Igbuzor At 56

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Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Ovie Omo-Agege has congratulated his Chief of Staff, Dr. Otive Igbuzor on his 56th birthday. Omo-Agege, in a congratulatory message personally signed by him, thanked Igbuzor for his impeccable leadership and immense contribution to the appreciable strides his office has recorded since he assumed office as Chief of Staff. Deputy Senate President described Igbuzor as a man of sterling qualities, he prayed to Almighty God to grant him many more fruitful years. “He (Igbuzor) is a Pastor of pastors, a Pro-Democracy Activist of no…

DG Warns Corps Members Against Indecent Dressing, Wrong Use of Social Media

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Corps Members had been warned to dress properly as responsible role models worthy of emulation by the society. NYSC Director-General, Brigadier General Shuaibu Ibrahim gave this warning today in his address to Corps Members at Kogi State Orientation Camp in Kabba. He said NYSC Scheme would not condone improper dressing with its uniforms added that all Corps Members must adhere strictly to the approved dress code for all events. The NYSC boss however warned that strict disciplinary measures would be applied on any erring Corps Member. lbrahim also appealed to…

Omo-Agege felicitates with Boss Mustapha at 63

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Omo-Agege felicitates with Boss Mustapha at 6 Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Ovie Omo-Agege has congratulated the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Boss Mustapha on his 63rd birthday. Omo-Agege, in a congratulatory message, described the SGF as a great patriot, statesman and an icon of national service. In the message, which was personally signed by him, the lawmaker prayed to Almighty God to grant Mustapha many more fruitful years. “It is not for nothing that those who have come in contact with you and those who have…