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• Chinese man lands in court for bribery & fraudulently acquiring ₦301million

  14-11-2024 16:36 via pulse.ng
  
  The Chinese man dishonestly converted ₦301 million to his personal use.The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Thursday brought a Chinese, Zhengjia Jin, before an Ikeja Special Offences Court, for alleged bribery and ₦301 million fraud.Jin was arraigned on a four-count charge bordering on retention of stolen property, bribery and stealing. The EFCC counsel, Ahmad Usman, told the court that the defendant allegedly committed the offences between March 5 and August 9 in L
  
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• NNPCL: Kyari faces public outcry over alleged ₦3trn fuel importation fraud

  15-11-2024 21:05 via pulse.ng
  
  The coalition urged the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to halt further payments for fuel imports, demanding regulatory scrutiny into the financial and quality aspects of imported fuelThe Coalition for Economic Liberation and Transformation (CELT) has alleged a staggering ₦3 trillion fuel importation fraud involving the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) and its business partners. Speaking at a press conference in Abuja on Friday, November 15, CELT's Executive Director, Henr
  
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• Women to drive 40% of Nigeria’s agricultural revival

  15-11-2024 20:37 via pulse.ng
  
  By 2027, at least 15,000 young farmers across Africa will be equipped with skills in sustainable farming, digital tools, and financial management.Nigeria's agricultural sector is undergoing a transformation as the Shield Africa Sustainability and Development Initiative unveils an ambitious plan to rejuvenate farming amidst an aging farmer population.Speaking at the Shield Africa Summit 2024 in Abuja on Friday, November 15, CEO Mrs Osenaga Orokpo raised alarms about the sector’s declining w
  
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• Tears flow as late COAS Lagbaja receives heroic farewell in Abuja

  15-11-2024 19:18 via pulse.ng
  
  President Tinubu described Lagbaja as “a dedicated patriot who served Nigeria with courage and honour.”Tears, tributes, and solemn military honours marked the final farewell for the late Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt. General Taoreed Lagbaja, who was buried on Friday, November 15, at the National Cemetery, Abuja. His burial concluded two days of funeral rites that began in Lagos earlier in the week.The late general’s casket, draped in Nigeria’s green and white colours, a
  
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• Respect people’s rights, uphold peaceful election - Tinubu urges Ondo

  15-11-2024 16:24 via pulse.ng
  
  The President commended INEC for its diligent preparations for the election.President Bola Tinubu has urged all political stakeholders and the electorate in Ondo State to uphold peace and fulfil their civic responsibilities without fear during Saturday’s governorship election.Tinubu made the call in a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, on Friday in Abuja.The President also canvassed for the democratic process in the state that would genuinely
  
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• Nigeria needs 11.6m toilets to achieve 2030 ODF goal – Minister Utsev

  15-11-2024 15:18 via pulse.ng
  
  The minister also thanked President Bola Tinubu for his commitment to achieving ODF status in Nigeria. Nigeria needs an additional 11.6 million toilets to meet its 2030 Open Defecation Free (ODF) target, says Prof. Joseph Utsev, Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation.Utsev, speaking with newsmen on Friday in Abuja, noted that achieving ODF status involved more than building toilets. He said that while huge progress had been made, ensuring access to and proper use of these facilities remained
  
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• Police capture 2 suspects for murder and robbery of Enugu market chairman

  15-11-2024 14:59 via pulse.ng
  
  The suspects has been assisting the police in its investigations to apprehend those on the run, and to recover the stolen vehicles and tools used to commit the crimes.The Police Command in Enugu State has detained two suspects for alleged armed robbery and murder of Chief Stephen Aniagu, Chairman of Ogbete Main Market Traders Association (OMMATA), Enugu.It would be recalled that on September 14, at about 8:20 pm, armed criminals allegedly attacked and killed Aniagu and stole his blue-coloured To
  
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• Commission hands over 22,307 out-of-school children to FCT for enrollment

  15-11-2024 14:37 via pulse.ng
  
  Idris called on other state governments to emulate this initiative to return out-of-school children to the classroom.The National Commission for Almajiri and Out-of-School Children’s Education (NCAOOSCE) has handed over 22,307 mopped-up out-of-school children to the FCT Ministry of Education.At the official ceremony in Abuja on Friday, the Executive Secretary of NCAOOSCE, Dr Muhammad Idris, urged the FCT Education Secretariat to enroll the children in various schools across the territory.I
  
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• Commission handover 22,307 out-of-school children to FCT for enrollment

  15-11-2024 14:37 via pulse.ng
  
  Idris called on other state governments to emulate this initiative to return out-of-school children to the classroom.The National Commission for Almajiri and Out-of-School Children’s Education (NCAOOSCE) has handed over 22,307 mopped-up out-of-school children to the FCT Ministry of Education.At the official ceremony in Abuja on Friday, the Executive Secretary of NCAOOSCE, Dr Muhammad Idris, urged the FCT Education Secretariat to enroll the children in various schools across the territory.I
  
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• Gas cylinder explosion damages 6 vehicles at filling station, no lives lost

  15-11-2024 13:45 via pulse.ng
  
  The Commissioner of Police in the state has directed a thorough investigation to determine the cause of the explosion.Gas cylinders conveyed in a truck have exploded at a Filling station in Jibia Local Government Area (LGA) of Katsina State, causing damage to about six vehicles.The police spokesman in the state, ASP Abubakar Sadiq-Aliyu disclosed this in a statement issued in Katsina on Friday. He said that on November 15, a loud explosion was heard by police operatives attached to Jibia Divisio
  
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• 15-year-old boy defiles 4-year-old girl, judge refuses to grant bail

  15-11-2024 13:08 via pulse.ng
  
  The magistrate refused to grant the teenager bail and adjourned the case.An Ikeja Chief Magistrates’ Court, on Friday, ordered that a 15-year-old boy(name withheld) should be remanded in a corrections facility for allegedly defiling a four-year-old girl.The Magistrate, Ejiro Kubeinje, ordered the remand of the teenager in the correctional centre for boys at Oregun after he pleaded not guilty to the charge of defilement.The magistrate, who refused to grant the defendant bail application, or
  
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• Supreme Court gives final verdict in suit contesting legality of EFCC Act

  15-11-2024 12:39 via pulse.ng
  
  The judgment reaffirms the EFCC’s authority amidst growing concerns about governance and anti-corruption efforts in Nigeria.The Supreme Court has dismissed a lawsuit initiated by state attorneys general seeking to declare the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) Act unconstitutional. The apex court ruled against the suit, solidifying the anti-graft agency’s legal standing.Initially filed by attorneys general from 16 states, including Ondo, Edo, and Oyo, the suit aimed to c
  
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• First-Class graduate selling pure water gets immediate job at Govt house

  15-11-2024 12:27 via pulse.ng
  
  A video of Ishaq has been going around on social media revealing that he is selling pure water to support his family.Gov. Dikko Radda of Katsina State has offered immediate employment to Sham’unu Ishaq, a First Class graduate of Umaru Musa Yar’adua University who was discovered selling sachet water.This was announced in a statement by the Chief Press Secretary (CPS) to the governor, Malam Ibrahim Kaula in Katsina on Friday.The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that a video of Isha
  
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• God stopped naira from falling to ₦10,000 per dollar - Adeboye

  15-11-2024 12:15 via pulse.ng
  
  His comments resonate as the country grapples with economic reforms and public dissatisfaction over fuel prices and the naira’s instability.Pastor Enoch Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), has attributed the naira’s survival to divine intervention, stating it could have plummeted to ₦10,000 per dollar without God’s help.Speaking during the Special Holy Ghost Congress in Abuja, Adeboye highlighted Nigeria’s economic challenge
  
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• 'Only criminals can rule Nigeria' – Primate Ayodele declares

  15-11-2024 12:04 via pulse.ng
  
  His remarks reflect mounting frustration over governance in Nigeria, as citizens grapple with persistent economic and social challenges.Primate Elijah Ayodele, Leader of the INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, has blamed Nigeria’s struggles on corrupt leadership, declaring that ethical individuals have no chance of attaining the presidency. The fiery statement was released on Friday, November 15, through his Media Aide, Oluwatosin Osho.“Corrupt leaders are the reason Nigeria is going
  
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• 3 Ondo Governorship candidates step down, back Aiyedatiwa for re-election

  15-11-2024 11:50 via pulse.ng
  
  The governorship candidate of the ADC declared support for Aiyedatiwa.Three gubernatorial candidates have withdrawn from Saturday’s election, in Ondo State after endorsing Gov. Lucky Aiyedatiwa, the candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC).The candidates disclosed during a solidarity visit to Aiyedatiwa by Dr Ajibola Falaye, the candidate of the Accord Party, who spoke on behalf of the three parties on Thursday in Akure.The other two are the governorship candidate of the National R
  
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• Ondo guber: Security tightened as police deploy operatives across 18 LGAs

  15-11-2024 11:45 via pulse.ng
  
  The police called on voters to adhere strictly to the Electoral Act and guidelines issued by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). The Nigeria Police Force has intensified security across Ondo State’s 18 Local Government Areas ahead of the governorship election scheduled for Saturday, November 16.With officers deployed to all 203 wards and 3,933 polling units, the Force assures citizens of a peaceful voting process.Deputy Inspector-General of Police Sylvester Alabi, address
  
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• Tinubu congratulates Nigerian Tribune on 75 years of resilient journalism

  15-11-2024 11:11 via pulse.ng
  
  The President also commended the newspaper for promoting constructive nationalism, social justice, democracy, and press freedom. President Bola Tinubu on Friday congratulated the Nigerian Tribune newspaper’s Board, Management, and staff on its 75th anniversary.Tinubu, in a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information & Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, applauded the newspaper, known as the Great Survivor, for upholding the vision of its founding publisher.The President also commended t
  
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• FG arrests 300 illegal miners in latest nationwide crackdown

  15-11-2024 10:49 via pulse.ng
  
  Alake credited President Bola Tinubu’s proactive support for enabling effective inter-ministerial collaboration, particularly with the Ministry of Interior, which has accelerated resource deployment to protect mining areas.The Federal Government has arrested 300 illegal miners, including foreign nationals, as part of a sweeping initiative to revitalise Nigeria’s mining sector. This was disclosed by Dele Alake, Minister of Solid Minerals Development, during a House Committee on Solid
  
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• Nigeria Customs, NAFDAC collaborate to curb harmful substances

  15-11-2024 10:35 via pulse.ng
  
  The agreement is aimed at strengthening collaboration in combating the influx of illicit pharmaceutical products and other harmful substances into Nigeria. The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC).The agreement is aimed at strengthening collaboration in combating the influx of illicit pharmaceutical products and other harmful substances into Nigeria. The MOU was signed at the Co
  
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• Governors' wives urge 6-month paid maternity leave policy across all states

  15-11-2024 10:22 via pulse.ng
  
  The wife of Kwara governor said the implementation of the policy will improve maternity and child welfare in the country.The Nigerian Governors’ Wives Forum (NGWF) has called on Governors and State Legislators to implement the six-month Pay Maternity Leave Policy in the 36 federation states.The forum made the call on Thursday, in a communique issued at the end of its annual retreat held at Exco Chamber’s Centenary City in Abakaliki.The Chairperson of the forum, Prof Olufolake Abdulra
  
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• Top official in FCT ministry suspended as Wike enforces new changes

  15-11-2024 07:41 via pulse.ng
  
  Ahmad’s suspension is the latest of several administrative changes Wike has made in the FCT, reflecting his commitment to a more responsive public service. The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has indefinitely suspended Engr. Shehu Ahmad, the Executive Secretary of the Federal Capital Development Authority (FCDA). The announcement, issued through Wike’s Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and New Media, Lere Olayinka, stated that the suspens
  
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• NASS's 'Coastal Guards Bill' faces rejection - here's what you need to know

  15-11-2024 06:40 via pulse.ng
  
  They argue that establishing a separate Coast Guard would lead to redundancy and potentially underfund the Nigerian Navy, risking operational inefficiencies.No fewer than five civil society organisations in Nigeria have sharply criticised the Coastal Guard Bill, currently under consideration by the National Assembly, as potentially harmful to Nigeria’s security and economy. At a press conference in Abuja, the Coalition in Support of National Security Advancement (CSNSA) denounced the propo
  
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• FG secures $134m loan from AfDB to boost agriculture

  14-11-2024 17:06 via pulse.ng
  
  With AfDB’s financial backing, the government aims to fortify Nigeria's agricultural output, making strides toward both rural development and economic stability.The Federal Government announced on Thursday, November 14, that it has secured a $134 million loan from the African Development Bank (AfDB) to strengthen Nigeria's agricultural sector, with a particular focus on bolstering food security through enhanced dry season farming.Speaking at the unveiling of the 2024/2025 National Dry Seas
  
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• VIDEO: Wike's former ally exposes FCT minister's plot against Tinubu

  14-11-2024 16:35 via pulse.ng
  
  This warning arrives amid ongoing political speculation and strategic alliances ahead of Nigeria’s next election cycle, adding another layer of intrigue to the country’s political landscape.The Chairman of Obio Akpor Local Government Area in Rivers State, Chijioke Ihunwo, has issued a caution to President Bola Tinubu, urging him to be wary of Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister Nyesom Wike. In a recent address to journalists on Thursday, November 14, Ihunwo shared concerns about
  
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• Drama in court as female arms dealer collapses during terrorism trial

  14-11-2024 16:20 via pulse.ng
  
  The development led to panic in the courtroom as some court workers and lawyers moved to rescue the ailing woman.A suspected female arms dealer, Victoria Alabi, 45, collapsed at a Federal High Court in Ibadan where she was arraigned over an alleged sale of 390,70 rounds of ammunition and cartridges.Arraigned alongside Alabi on Thursday was one Morufu Balogun, 43. The duo, however, pleaded not guilty to the five-count charge of unlawful dealing, illegal sale, aiding and abetting as well as partic
  
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• Emeka Anyaoku - No leader can save Nigeria with 1999 constitution

  14-11-2024 15:59 via pulse.ng
  
  Drawing parallels to nations like India, Canada, and Switzerland, he explained that successful pluralistic countries achieve stability through genuine federal constitutions.Emeka Anyaoku, former Secretary-General of the Commonwealth, has asserted that Nigeria cannot thrive under its current 1999 Constitution, stating that even the most ideal leader would struggle to address the nation’s challenges without a new framework. Speaking at the Nigerian Institute of International Affairs in Lagos
  
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• Diabetes cases in Africa may hit 54 million by 2045 without action - WHO

  14-11-2024 15:49 via pulse.ng
  
  Managing diabetes requires a sustained effort to balance physical health activity, healthy diet, and mental well-being.The World Health Organisation (WHO) says the number of people living with disabilities in Africa will likely rise to 54 million in 2045 unless urgent action is taken to mitigate it.WHO Regional Director for Africa, Dr Matshidiso Moeti, said this on Thursday, in her message to celebrate World Diabetes Day with the theme; "Breaking Barriers, Bridging Gaps.”According to Moeti
  
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• Ondo 2024: INEC distributes sensitive materials to 18 LGAs

  14-11-2024 15:27 via pulse.ng
  
  The INEC Resident Electoral Commissioner said that the early distribution of the sensitive materials is to show that the commission is ready for the election. The Independence National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Thursday distributed sensitive materials to the 18 Local Government Areas of Ondo State ahead of the November 16 governorship election in the state.Oluwatoyin Babalola, the INEC Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) in Ondo State monitored the exercise at the Akure branch of the Cent
  
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• NNPC hits 1.8mbpd in crude production after crackdown on pipeline vandals

  14-11-2024 15:15 via pulse.ng
  
  The achievement is based on the collaboration between the leadership of NNPC, stakeholders and security agencies.The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Ltd. (NNPC Ltd.) says it has achieved 1.8 million barrels per day of crude production following continuous dislodgement of pipeline vandals and crude oil thieves.Lawal Musa, Chief Production War Room Officer, NNPC Ltd., said this on Thursday in Abuja during a briefing on NNPC Ltd. production.Musa, who is also the Senior Business Advisor to Malam
  
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