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Tinubu presents appropriation bill to senate

Security has been heightened at the National Assembly Complex as President Bola Tinubu present the 2025 Appropriation Bill to a joint session of the Senate and House of Representatives today. Armed policemen were stationed at key entry points, including the Main Gate (MOPOL), Villa Gate, and Annex Gates. Only those with proper accreditation were granted access, though the accreditation process remained smooth and incident-free despite the tense atmosphere. The usually […]

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Mass Graves Discovered Near Damascus

A mass grave potentially holding the remains of thousands has been discovered near Syria’s capital, Damascus, as the country’s new interim government vows to hold accountable those responsible for atrocities committed under the regime of ousted President, Bashar al-Assad. The site, located in al-Qutayfah, north of Damascus, is one of several mass graves uncovered across the country and in southern Syria, 12 additional mass graves were identified, including one where […]

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NAFDAC laments shortage of personnel

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has identified staff shortages as a major challenge limiting its operations. NAFDAC’s Director-General, Mojisola Adeyeye, made this known during an interview with journalists. Adeyeye clarified that while NAFDAC is primarily associated with regulating substandard and falsified medicines, the Pharmaceutical Council of Nigeria (PCN) also plays a role, particularly in the registration of drug-selling sites and practitioners. She, however, pointed […]

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Tinubu appoints new UBEC executive secretary.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed international development expert, Aisha Garba, as the new Executive Secretary of the Universal Basic Education Commission. The Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, on Tuesday, described Garba as a seasoned education specialist with over 24 years of experience in developing and implementing impactful education programs both within Nigeria and internationally. The statement highlighted that the new appointee graduated from […]

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Bashar al-Assad Issues First Statement Since Fleeing Syria

In the first public remarks attributed to Bashar al-Assad since he left Syria, the deposed Syrian president has defended his rule and denied planning his departure as armed opposition fighters closed in on Damascus earlier this month. A statement said to be written by al-Assad, released via the Syrian presidency's Telegram channel on Monday, detailed his account of events leading up to his flight from the country. The statement rejected […]

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NYSC DG warns Corps members against night journeys

The Director General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Ahmed Dogara, has reiterated the scheme’s zero-tolerance policy for protests and indiscipline among serving corps members. Dogara, who handed down the warning during a working visit to the temporary orientation camp in Kaduna on Monday, noted that in the last three months, several corps members have attempted to protest, resulting in disciplinary actions against them. He reminded corps members that […]

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FG announces free train service for Christmas travelers

The Federal Government has announced a free train ride for any Nigerian wishing to travel to celebrate the Christmas festivities. Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, made the announcement on Monday while briefing journalists on the outcome of the Federal Executive Council meeting. He noted that the free train ride will commence from 20th December, 2024, and end on 5th January, 2025. According to Idris, Nigerians can access […]

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