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In a bid to catapult Nigeria into the forefront of the global vehicle manufacturing industry, Minister of Industry, Trade, and Investment, Doris Uzoka-Anite, has announced plans to initiate local vehicle production in the country .  The declaration came during the unveiling of the Nigeria Automotive Industry Development Plan, a landmark initiative aimed at positioning Nigeria as a key player in vehicle manufacturing over the next decade. Addressing stakeholders from both the private and public sectors at a high-profile event on Friday, Minister Uzoka-Anite emphasized the strategic importance of the automotive industry development plan. She said  “Nigeria possesses the essential ingredients…

In a shocking incident at the bustling Arakale Market in Akure, Ondo State, a trader met his untimely demise at the hands of a yet-to-be-identified soldier.  The altercation, believed to have stemmed from a dispute over services rendered, escalated into a fatal stabbing on Saturday. According to reports, tensions flared when the soldier demanded a refund for what he deemed unsatisfactory service from the deceased trader.  Eyewitnesses revealed that the disagreement quickly escalated, leading to a violent confrontation resulting in the trader being fatally stabbed. The tragic event incited outrage among the deceased trader’s colleagues, prompting a protest within the…

The Rivers State House of Assembly has issued a stern warning to Governor Siminalayi Fubara, accusing him of breaching the Presidential Peace Accord and threatening to resume impeachment proceedings if the alleged violations persist. Speaker of the House, Martin Amaewhule, alongside 26 assembly members, conveyed the assembly’s stance during a press briefing held in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, on Saturday. In a communique read out by Speaker Amaewhule, the lawmakers denounced Governor Fubara’s purported dishonesty, emphasizing their commitment to upholding the constitution.  They highlighted the governor’s failure to fulfill his obligations under the Presidential Peace Accord, which he willingly endorsed…

The National Examinations Council (NECO) says it has concluded arrangements to conduct the Senior School Certificate Examinations (SSCE) Internal in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This follows the successful accreditation of Nigeria International School, Jeddah, by a delegation led by the Minister of State for Education, Dr Yusuf Sununu and the Registrar of NECO, Prof. Dantani Wushishi. A statement signed by the Acting Director, Directorate of Information and Digital Communication of NECO, Azeez Sani on Saturday, said during the visit, the delegation undertook an assessment of the school facilities. Sununu in his address, enjoined the staff and students of the…

The Federal Government has approved the disbursement of N25 billion through the Basic Health Care Provision Fund (BHCPF) to bolster healthcare infrastructure in states. Prof. Muhammed Pate, the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, made this known on Saturday in Abuja at the sixth meeting of the BHCPF Ministerial Oversight Committee. Pate said that the funds were designated for direct facility financing and workforce incentives across states. The minister said that the initiative was in line with President Bola Tinubu’s agenda and commitment to improving healthcare outcomes for Nigerian women, children, and vulnerable populations. He said that the disbursement…

The political landscape in Kaduna State is heating up as Bashir El-Rufai, son of former governor Nasir El-Rufai, launches a scathing attack on Governor Uba Sani, accusing him of evading responsibility and surrounding himself with incompetent aides.  The feud intensified following Governor Sani’s revelation of inheriting a substantial debt burden from the previous administration during a town hall meeting held on Saturday. Governor Sani candidly disclosed the staggering debt load of $587 million, along with ₦85 billion and 115 contractual obligations from Nasir El-Rufai’s tenure, lamenting its detrimental impact on the state’s finances. He said that  despite the challenges, Sani…

Residents of Ilagbe in Odeda, Ogun State, experienced a day of jubilation and gratitude on Friday, March 29th, 2024, as the longstanding dream of access to clean water became a reality, thanks to the generosity of the Olukayode Sotayo Foundation.  Founded by Olukayode Sotayo, the foundation took a significant step towards alleviating the water crisis faced by the village. Nestled in the Odeda Local Government Area, Ilagbe has grappled with water scarcity, particularly worsening during the dry season when local wells and streams run dry. Moved by the plight of the villagers witnessed during a visit to the community, the…

…Calls For Global Consensus Daud Olatunji  In a recent revelation, Senator Seriake Dickson, a pm Senator representing Bayelsa West in the National Assembly, has shed light on the pervasive issue of oil theft plaguing the Niger Delta region of Nigeria.  During an appearance on the socio-political programme “Inside Sources with Laolu Akande” on Channels Television, Senator Dickson boldly accused influential figures from Lagos and Abuja of orchestrating the rampant theft of oil in the Niger Delta. Drawing from his extensive experience as a two-term governor of Bayelsa State and his tenure in the National Assembly since 2020, Dickson said he…

The Federal Government, under the leadership of President Bola Tinubu, has distributed 5,000 packages of palliatives to various regions across Nigeria.  The distribution, spearheaded by Sheikh Iskeel Muhammadu Awwal, Wakeelu Muslimeen of Yorubaland, Edo, and Delta states, and consultant to the  Ogun state governor on Islamic Affairs, has been met with appreciation and gratitude from communities in need. Sheikh Iskeel Muhammadu Awwal, who also serves as the Chairman of the committee overseeing the distribution of palliatives from Abuja, expressed gratitude for the support received from the Federal Government. He highlighted the importance of this gesture in providing relief to those…

Former President Muhammadu Buhari reaffirmed his unwavering commitment to the success of President Bola Tinubu’s administration in a heartfelt birthday phone call.  Garba Shehu, the former presidential spokesperson, disclosed that Buhari congratulated Tinubu on his 72nd birthday and reiterated his dedication to the success of the APC government under Tinubu’s leadership.  The former president emphasized the importance of praying for Tinubu’s success, recognizing it as crucial for the nation’s progress.  Earlier, Buhari had publicly praised Tinubu’s leadership qualities, wishing him good health and continued dedication to the nation’s advancement.