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FG REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO SAFER SCHOOLS, STUDENT PROTECTION

The Federal Government has reiterated its dedication to boosting security around schools and ensuring the safety of students and citizens nationwide. This assurance was given by the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Mohammed Idris, during a visit to Niger State Governor,…

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Local

Ekiti State Government Approves N12bn For Road, Housing, And Agriculture Projects

The Ekiti State Government has approved projects worth over N12 billion to boost infrastructure and agriculture in the state. The Special Adviser to the Governor on Information, Taiwo Olatunbosun, disclosed this in a statement on Thursday after the State Executive Council meeting in…

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National

FG begins second tranche payment of NYSC arrears

The Federal Government has resumed the payment of arrears to National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members, releasing the second tranche of the N44,000 owed to them nationwide. The disbursement, which commenced on Wednesday, is being made in batches and follows the first payment…

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Debate Deepens as Calls for State Police Intensify

Seventeen months after the Tinubu administration first indicated interest in creating a decentralised police system, pressure is mounting from sociopolitical groups, civil society organisations, and ex-service personnel for its implementation. The renewed push followed President Bola Tinubu’s meeting with prominent citizens of Katsina…

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Local

Oyebanji Tasks FRSC on Regular Interface with Commercial Drivers, Reduction In Accident

Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji, has expressed satisfaction with the activities of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Ekiti State Command assuring the agency of a more robust collaboration in its drive to ensure effective traffic management and significant reduction in road…

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National

Tinubu To Unveil 6,000MT lithium Plant In Nasarawa

President Bola Tinubu is expected to visit Nasarawa State to commission a new 6,000-metric-ton lithium processing plant built by Chinese investors, Governor Abdullahi Sule said on Wednesday. Sule revealed this to State House correspondents after closed-door talks with the President at the Aso…

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Local

Oyebanji Condemns Political Violence, Urges Calm in Ekiti

Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, on Monday, condemned the recent outbreak of political violence in parts of the state, describing it as a dangerous setback to the peace for which Ekiti is known. In a Special State Broadcast, he said intelligence reports showed…

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National

FG targets 44million health insurance enrollees by 2030 to cut out-of-pocket spending

The Federal Government has unveiled plans to enroll 44 million Nigerians into the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) by 2030 to curb high out-of-pocket healthcare spending. The government reaffirmed its commitment to citizens’ health through innovative and sustainable financing. Dr. Iziaq Salako, Minister…

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Local

Ikole Ekiti communities Celebrate Prof. James Gbenga’s Appointment as FUTES VC”

No fewer than 26 communities in Ikole Local Government Area of Ekiti State, at the weekend rolled out the drums to celebrate one of their sons, Professor James Gbenga as the pioneer Vice Chancellor of the newly established Federal University of Technology and…

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National

FG to empower 7m youths with digital literacy

The Minister of Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande, has said the Federal Government will empower 7 million young Nigerians with digital and professional skills in the next two years. The minister said this would lead to the creation of millions of jobs.Olawande announced this…