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…sets up committee on transport fares The Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has announced that his administration would make available 100 brand new 18-seater Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) buses for the use of transporters in the state.The Governor, who made this known in his office at Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta, also said that the Federal Government would make available 20 CNG-enabled buses and 500 conversion kits to the state government during the week.Governor Abiodun disclosed this at a meeting with transport unions on how to ensure fair transportation pricing in the state.Prince Abiodun also announced the inauguration of an enforcement committee,…

By Ogo Okereke Fifty five years after the civil war, the lingering effects of the war is still visible among the Igbo. Ndigbo being the worst hit of the civil war, still bear scars from the war,with ongoing displacement, poverty, trauma, environmental degradation, security concerns, infrastructural deficit and marginalization.At one time or the other, past Nigerian presidents made varying efforts to address the negative effects of the civil war on the Igbo people, but they all left limited impact.The most striking was the 3R sophistry by General Yakubu Gown in January 1970. Gowon had assured the world that there would…

Divisional Head, Technology Innovation, Interswitch, Obinna Onuekwusi; Country General Manager, Interswitch Kenya, Bernard Kinara; Managing Director, Interswitch East Africa, Peter Kawumi; Regional Head, Growth Marketing and Corporate Communications, Teresa Moraa and Managing Director, Digital Infrastructure & Managed Services (Interswitch Systegra), Jonah Adams at the African Fintech Summit Awards where Interswitch was named Fintech of the Year in Nairobi, Kenya. Interswitch, one of Africa’s leading integrated payments and digital commerce companies has been awarded the prestigious Fintech of the Year and Excellence in Payments awards at the African Fintech Summit (AFTS) Excellence Awards which took place recently as part of the…

The Progressive Institute, TPI, Abuja has appointed Olawale Abdulfatai Abideen as the head of Media and Strategic Communications Department. The institute which is a newly established Policy Think Tank of the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC was launched in Abuja last Friday.A well known investigative journalist and Publisher of Security Monitor, Abideen bagged B. A (Homs) degree in Linguistics from the University of Ilorin and a post graduate diploma degree, PGD in Journalism from the prestigious Nigerian Institute of Journalism, NIJ, Lagos. He also acquired numerous trainings and certificates in investigative reporting, tracking of illicit activities as well as strategic…

The new school year is about to begin, and for most kids, this means new teachers, new uniforms, new classrooms, and, for those moving to a different school, new friends. Regardless of their age, many kids feel apprehensive about starting or returning to school. As a parent, you can help ease their anxiety and improve their performance with these simple tips, especially if they are starting at a new school.Re-establish a routineThe saying, “A daily routine built on good habits and discipline separates the most successful among us from everyone else,” holds true for children as well. Establishing a consistent…

The Forum of Women in Film and TV in Nigeria (FWIFT Nigeria) recently announced the 2024 Women in Film and TV Conference, scheduled for September 18, 2024, at the Africa Creative Market, Landmark Events Center, Victoria Island, Lagos. This event will unite Africa’s most prominent women in film and television to shape the future of storytelling, amplify female voices, and launch innovative collaborative projects designed to expand the global reach and impact of African narratives.The lineup of distinguished speakers includes Honorable Minister Hannatu Musa Musawa (Minister of Art, Culture, and the Creative Economy in Nigeria), Alison Richards (Managing Director, Noni…

Prophet Jeremiah Fufeyin miracle soap, water under investigation The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has issued a warning to the public about the activities of Christ Mercy Land Delivery Ministries, led by Prophet Jeremiah Fufeyin, who is using the agency’s name to deceive people.In a statement signed by NAFDAC’s Director General, Prof Mojisola Adeyeye, the agency noted that none of the products advertised and sold by the ministry are registered with NAFDAC.“NAFDAC wishes to alert the public on the activities of a faith-based organization – Christ Mercy Land Delivery Ministries – that uses NAFDAC’s name…

By Fashina ShakiruThe South West Youth Forum, Ondo State, has accused Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of appointed 344 people as his personal assistants, a development that generated criticism. In a joint statement made by the Vice Chairman, Ogbeni Ibrahim Balogun, and Public Relations Officer of the group, Dr. Ayodele Aderopo, the new appointments are outrageous, with a lack of development and battling economic hardship in the state.”The government of the day wakes up and announces the appointment of 344SAs. This confirms the widely reported status of astronomical unemployment in the state and reveals the government’s lack of vision during the last 9…

A Dangote truck, identified by its registration number GML 730 XX and fully loaded with cement, was involved in an accident earlier today at Demurin Junction, Ketu, Lagos. The truck veered off course and collided with the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) corridor while heading towards Mile 12.According to eyewitnesses, the accident occurred due to a brake failure, causing the truck to swerve into the BRT lane. The driver, fearing he had injured commuters, fled the scene. Fortunately, no injuries or casualties were reported.The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) swiftly responded, with a rescue team arriving to manage the situation…

The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje led the party’s National Workings Committee, NWC members to the unveiling of the newly established Think Tank and Resource Center of the party, The Progressive Institute (TPI). The centre was unveiled on Friday at Ladi kwali Hall of Abuja Continental Hotel in Abuja.The APC National Chairman affirms that the Institute would serve as the official Policy Think Tank of the Party and shall undertake research and advice the Party on the performance of policies and programs of all APC governments.“It shall provide the platform for robust discussion between…