Measles outbreak in Cameroon kills 4 ― Official
A measles outbreak has killed four people in Cameroon, according to a report on Tuesday by the expanded immunisation program of the country’s Ministry of Public Health. About 200 people were infected with the disease, according to the ministry. Seven out of the 10 regions of the Central African nation have been affected by the […]
Nominations open for Nigerian National Legacy Prize for Industry Excellence
THE Nigerian National Legacy Awards (NNLA) has opened nominations towards picking deserving organisations in the various categories for award of the 2021 Nigerian National Legacy Prize for Industry Excellence. The Executive Secretary, NNLA, Ovie Odubu, who disclosed this at a quarterly board meeting in Abuja, said this year’s edition of the awards focusses on honouring corporate […]
Schneider Electric plans to host Innovation Day 2021
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Schneider Electric, an operator in the power sector, has concluded plans to host its 2021 Innovation Day, on July 6, 2021.
Bauchi fatal car crash kills one, injures four others
By Charly Agwam – Bauchi The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has confirmed the death of a passenger who died in a fatal crash at Nabardo village along Rimin Zayam – Bauchi Road on Tuesday. The Sector Commander, Federal Road Safety Corp, Bauchi State, Assistant Corp Commander Yusuf Abdullahi, in Bauchi on Tuesday confirmed the crash, […]
Copy Kano’s APPEALS Project landmark achievements —Gawuna tells implementing states
. By Bashir Bello KANO — Kano State Deputy Governor, Dr. Nasiru Yusuf Gawuna has called on implementing states of the Agro-Processing Productivity Enhancement and Livelihood Improvement Support (APPEALS)Project to copy and follow the footsteps adopted by the Kano State which has yielded positive results in productivity enhancement. Gawuna made the call when he organised […]
Nigeria unveils Cowpea variety, to save N21b annually used for chemical insecticide importation
The Executive Director, Institute for Agricultural Research, Ahmadu Bello Zaria, Prof. Mohammad Ishiyaku on Tuesday said with the unveiling of a new cowpea variety (SAMPEA 20-T), Nigeria stands to save N21 billion annually used for importation of chemical insecticides used in the production of beans in the country.
Prophet TB Joshua to be buried in Church premises July 9 —SCOAN
The founder of Synagogue, Church of All Nations, (SCOAN) and Emmanuel TV television station, Senior Prophet Temitope Balogun Joshua, would be laid to rest at the Church premises In Lagos on Friday July 9, 2021.
Yiaga calls on eligible Nigerians to avail self of INEC’s CVR
An election observer, Yiaga Africa, Monday, called on eligible Nigerians to avail self of Continuous Voter Registration of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, across the country
Defections: Let’s decide whether or not to obey laws, Dep Minority Leader tells Gbajabiamila
Deputy Minority Leader of the House of Representatives, Hon. Toby Okechukwu, Tuesday, told Speaker Femi Gbajabiamila and his colleagues to chose between obeying the laws of the land or breaking them
KEBBI: INEC begins physical voter registration July 19
By Haruna Aliyu, Birnin Kebbi The Independent National electoral commission (INEC) has announced that it has concluded all arrangements to commence physical voter registration in Kebbi state on July 19th, 2021. Muhammad Musa Sokoto, the head of Voter Education and Publicity, who spoke in his office on Tuesday said while the National Headquarters already provided […]
CBN tasks stakeholders on National FinTech Strategy
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), has tasked stakeholders in the financial sector to ensure the development of a robust, inclusive and actionable National FinTech Strategy that is fit-for-purpose. The Deputy-Governor, Financial System Stability Mrs. Aishah Ahmad gave the charge at a virtual meeting for the development of the National FinTech Strategy in Nigeria in […]
Group hails UN on reparation for Africa, wants slavery, racism declared crime against humanity
By Boluwaji Obahopo The NBM of Africa has hailed the decision of the United Nations to grant reparation to Africa for the various crimes committed against the continent. The group in a statement by its Public Relations Officer, Mr. Oluwatosin Dixon on Tuesday made available to newsmen also declared racism as a crime to humanity. […]
Imo Bishops’ peace summit: Udenwa, Ohakim attend; Okorocha, Ihedioha absent
The Imo State Special Bishops Peace Committee, on Tuesday held meetings with former Imo governors, serving and past Senators, as well as members of the House of Representatives for peace restoration in Imo State.
Why Nigerians are getting attracted to APC ―Buhari
“Your voluntary decision to join our party confirms the fact that our agenda for good governance is the only reason why Nigerians are getting attracted to the APC because the other alternative didn’t work.”
UPDATED: Oyo gov, Makinde sacks cabinet
Governor Makinde, according to the statement, expressed the gratitude of the government and the people of Oyo State to the Council members and wished them well in their future endeavours.
Breaking: Makinde sacks cabinet
Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has sacked all members of his cabinet. Though, details of the dissolution were not given, Vanguard gathered that he has instructed the commissioners to hand over to their directors. The Chief Press Secretary, Mr Taiwo Adisa confirmed the dissolution but did not give further details.. More details shortly Vanguard […]
