Anambra Commissioner for Health, Dr Vincent Okpala, says early detection and treatment of cancer are key to surviving the disease. Dr Okpala stated this while addressing journalists as part of activities to mark 2022 World Cancer Day, which comes up on 4th February, every year. The Health Commissioner explained that […]
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Falconets Head Coach, Danjuma Confident of Victory Against Cameroon in Under-20 World Cup Qualifying Clash
Head coach of Nigeria’s female under-20 team, Super Falconets, Christopher Danjuma, has said the team will go for goals when they face their Cameroonian counterpart in the 2022 U-20 Women’s World Cup qualifiers at the refurbished MKO Abiola National Stadium, Abuja on Saturday. Both had earlier played out a goalless […]
President Buhari Approves the Establishment of Nigeria Data Protection Bureau, Approves Appointment of Dr Vincent Olatunji as CEO
Following a request by the Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Prof. Isa Pantami, President Muhammadu Buhari has approved the establishment of the Nigeria Data Protection Bureau to ensure compliance with the Nigeria Data Protection Regulation. The approval, according to a statement on Friday by the minister’s spokesperson, Uwa Suleiman […]
Former Interim Head of State of Nigeria, Ernest Shonekan Laid to Rest Amidst Tributes
“Ernest Shonekan lived an extraordinary life. But perhaps what deserves greater attention is the way he carried himself through life and the high values he exemplified” – these were the words of the vice president of Nigeria, Professor Yemi Osinbajo at the burial ceremony of former Head of Interim National […]
President Buhari Attends African Union Forum, Assures that Poor and Vulnerable Remain Priority in his Government
President Muhammadu Buhari has said the poor and vulnerable in Nigeria remain top priority for protection and lifting from the poverty cycle. The president stated this at the virtual official presentation of the Country Review Report of Nigeria at the 31st Africa Peer Review Forum of the African Union leader […]
Imo State’s 46th Anniversary: Governor Uzodinma Urges Imolites to Remain Committed to the Best of Imo
The state governor, Hope Uzodinma, has urged Imolites to continue to strive for and remain committed to the best of Imo State as the state celebrates the 46th anniversary of its creation. In a post on social media, Uzodinma praised the unifying spirit and courage show by the patriotic sons […]
150 Suspects Arrested for Terrorism, Kidnapping and Armed Robbery in Imo State
A total of 150 suspects have been arrested in connection with terrorism, kidnapping, and armed robbery in Imo State. The Commissioner of Police in the state, Rabiu Hussaini, made this known while briefing the state governor, Hope Uzodimma, who visited the Police Command Headquarters in Owerri on Friday. According to […]
Traders in Ochanja Central Market, Onitsha Protest Alleged Illegal Construction of Shops
Traders in Ochanja Central Market, Onitsha, Anambra State, on Friday protested the alleged illegal construction of shops at the central section of the market and adding new shops on top of old and weak buildings in the area. According to reports, the protesters barricaded the headquarters of the state Physical […]
Anambra Disability Rights Commission Makes Unscheduled Visit to Inspect Compliance with Disability Laws
Following the inauguration of the Anambra State Disability Rights Commission by Governor Willie Obiano to enhance inclusivity for People Living with Disabilities in Anambra State, the commission on Friday made unscheduled visits to business premises in Awka to assess compliance with the accessibility of public buildings for PLWDs. According to […]
Borno Governor launches 610 taxis, tricycles and buses to enhance urban mass transportation in Maiduguri.
Borno Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, has launched 610 taxis, tricycles and buses to enhance urban mass transportation in Maiduguri and parts of Jere and Konduga Local Government Areas which fall under the metropolis. Zulum arrived Maiduguri after his presidential press briefing in Abuja on Thursday, and drove from the […]