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The Lagos State Government will be supporting secondary schools established by the military formation across the State to increase access to education for residents. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu said this, while receiving the General Officer Commanding (GOC) of the 81 Division of the Nigerian Army, Major-General Olu Irefin, on a courtesy visit at the State House […]
Nigeria’s Minister for Youth and Sports Development, Sunday Dare says his ministry will require about N1.2 billion annually to maintain the existing stadia across the country. The Minister said because of budgetary constraints, government might consider concessioning some of the facilities to the private sector to ensure proper maintenance in line with international best practices. […]
The Central Bank of Nigeria has announced the commencement of charges on deposits in addition to already existing charges on withdrawals. In a circular titled: “Re: Implementation of the Cashless Policy,” that was addressed to all banks, it announced that the charges, which take effect from today, would attract three per cent processing fees for […]
Nestled in the heart of the French Polynesia is an island named Bora Bora. An oasis largely characterised by lush green volcanic mountains, sandy white beaches and iconic overwater bungalows. Undoubtedly the most celebrated island in the French Polynesia, the name Bora Bora means “First Born” and the island which was first discovered in 1722 […]
Dana Air has taken delivery of its first Boeing 737 aircraft as part of its fleet renewal exercise. The new aircraft with a configuration for 143 passengers arrived at the Murtala Muhammed Airport Terminal 2, Lagos from Italy. Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of the company, Jacky Hathiramani said the airline was committed to its strategic route expansion, fleet […]
President Muhammadu Buhari has constituted an Economic Advisory Council. Presidential spokesperson, Femi Adesina, announced their names in a press statement. 1. Prof. Doyin Salami – Chairman 2. Dr. Mohammed Sagagi – Vice-Chairman 3. Prof. Ode Ojowu – Member 4. Dr. Shehu Yahaya – Member 5. Dr. Iyabo Masha – Member 6. Prof. Chukwuma Soludo – Member […]
There was panic at the University of Maiduguri on Sunday night as soldiers battled to repel a Boko Haram attack on the higher institution. Sources at the university, located along Maiduguri-Bama road, said deafening sounds of gunshots were heard echoing from a direction the female hostels are located. The gunshots lasted for about an hour […]
Nigerian airline; Aero Contractors would resume flight operations to Benin City, today (September 16, 2019). The airline said operating flights into the ancient city Benin is another boost for the airline, known for safe, efficient and satisfactory services. Managing Director, Capt. Ado Sanusi, said the indigenous carrier would operate into Benin City four times a […]
Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governors have decided to team up with the party’s presidential candidate in the last general election, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, to get the Supreme Court to upturn the judgment of the Presidential Election Petition Tribunal (PEPT), which rejected his petition to be declared winner of the election. The tribunal last Wednesday had […]
