Tech, key in curbing ghost workers menace – Expert To effectively address the persistent issue of ghost workers in the public service, experts argue that the government must leverage technology to verify and monitor genuine employees. The process would also ensure a more transparent and efficient public service system. To this end, non-existent workers in…
Jailbreak: We won’t allow repeat of Suleja incident, FG vows On April 24, rainfall destroyed the walls of the Suleja Custodial Centre and led to the escape of 118 inmates, some of who are still at large. At the time, the Federal government was already reconstructing parts of the wall, but the heavy rains pulled…
Dethronement rumours: Grand Imam, Yayi-Akorede, urges respect for Sultan of Sokoto .. Cautions perpetrators The Grand Imam of Akure Kingdom in Ondo State, His Eminence, Sheikh Abdulhakeem Yayi-Akorede, has described the recent rumour about the Sokoto State government’s plans to dethrone the esteemed Sultan of Sokoto, His Eminence Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, CFR, mni, as…
Adeleke, Oyetola mourn renowned Journalist, Taiwo Kekereekun The Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Adeleke, has mourned the passing of renowned journalist, Miss Taiwo Kekereekun, describing her loss as devastating and painful. The Governor acknowledged Miss Kekereekun’s contributions to enriching the field of journalism, particularly the broadcast segment, where she enlightened audiences and imparted truthful…
NDLEA bursts drug-laden shrine secured by snakes The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) busted a snake-guarded shrine used to store illicit drugs in the Igor community of Benin City, Edo State. According to a statement issued on Sunday by the anti-narcotics agency’s spokesman, Femi Babafemi, NDLEA operatives discovered a specially constructed large hole in…
Yobe Police arrest notorious terrorist Haruna Mohammed The Yobe State Police Command on Monday announced it had captured a 40 year old Haruna Mohammed, who is believed to be a leader of a “notorious terrorist group”. The command’s spokesperson Dungus Abdulkarim, told newsmen in Damaturu that the suspect was apprehended by the State Intelligent Department…
IN EKITI, GUNMEN KILL TICKET COLLECTOR A middle aged man has been allegedly shot dead today by gunmen around Okesa Roundabout in Ado Ekiti. The man who is one of those issuing tickets to commercial motorcyclists around Okesa roundabout was said to have been fired by the unknown men who came on a motorcycle. Witnesses…
Osogbo road accidents claims 3, injures 22 Three occupants of a motorcycle traveling along the Osogbo/Gbongan road in Osun State were reportedly crushed to death in an accident last night. The unfortunate incident resulted in the fatalities of the three passengers being conveyed by the motorcycle. The spokesperson for the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence…
EID-EL-KABIR: “Support The Weak And Vulnerable” — Ewi Of Ado-Ekiti urges Muslims The Ewi of Ado Ekiti, Oba Adeyemo Adejugbe Aladesanmi 111 has described the Eid-el- Kabir as a ceremony of sacrifice and total obedience to Allah as exemplified by the exceptional action of Prophet Ibrahim Mohammed. While Felicitating with Muslims all over, on this…
“Kimpact Development Initiative launches Innovative election AI tool The public launch of the Naija Elections generative Election AI tool developed by the Kimpact Development Initiative (KDI), supported by the Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), has taken place on Thursday, June 13, 2024, at the Fraser Suites Hotel in Abuja, Nigeria. Discussions and practical lead…
