NEEDS FOR THE CONDUCT OF POPULATION CENSUS IN NIGERIA
NEEDS FOR THE CONDUCT OF POPULATION CENSUS IN NIGERIA In this recent time, the President, Commander in Chief of the Armed Force s, His Excellency, Major General Muhammed Buhari( retd), has said it is a must to have National Census next year which in no doubt will help provide accurate data to facilitate socio- economic, political planning and development amongst others. Since 2006 when the National Population Commission (NPC) in Nigeria conducted the last population census under circumstances described as controversial in some quarters, know…
Labelling Kaduna varsity as ‘quack’, enough reason academic staff pulls out of ASUU – KASU
Labelling Kaduna varsity as ‘quack’, enough reason academic staff pulls out of ASUU – KASU Kaduna State University (KASU) said ASUU’s alleged description of the university staff as “quacks” was enough reason for its academic staff to pull out of the Union. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), reports that the National President of ASUU, Prof. Victor Osodeke, on Aug. 26, was reported to have referred to some state-owned varsities in Nigeria, including KASU as quacks. A statement signed by KASU PRO, Adamu Bargo for the Acting Vice Chancellor in Kad…
ENUGU-PORT HARCOURT EXPRESSWAY: Life near military check-point where kidnappers have turned their haven
ENUGU-PORT HARCOURT EXPRESSWAY: Life near military check-point where kidnappers have turned their haven Port Harcourt expressway considered to be one of the busiest highways in Nigeria has become travellers’ nightmare as it is now a haven for kidnappers. Surprisingly, this business of kidnapping for ransom is thriving in the area despite the numerous military and police checkpoints mounted on the road. With the development, motorists have been avoiding the road, just like some other roads in the South East where gunmen have succeeded in scar…
While Nigerian hospitals lament insufficient personnel, 13,000 leave for UK in one year
While Nigerian hospitals lament insufficient personnel, 13,000 leave for UK in one year While Nigerian hospitals continue to suffer from insufficient doctors and other health personnel, over 13,000 healthcare workers left the country for the UK in the past year. A new report by the UK government showed that the 13,609 Nigerian healthcare workers granted working visas within the period are second only to the 42,966 from India. According to the UK immigration report released Thursday, Nigeria is second only to Indians in the number of visas gran…
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CBN releases $265 million to airlines amid flight suspension threats
CBN releases $265 million to airlines amid flight suspension threats The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) on Friday said it has released $265 million to airlines operating in the country to settle outstanding-trapped funds from ticket sales. In a statement issued by the bank’s corporate communications director, Osita Nwanisobi, it said the CBN governor, Godwin Emefiele, and his team were concerned about the inability of airlines to repatriate their funds from Nigeria and what it portends for the sector and travellers as well as the country in the…
Dele Momodu Hosts Former PDP Presidential Aspirants
Dele Momodu Hosts Former PDP Presidential Aspirants Ovation Media Group Chairman and former Presidential aspirant of the Peoples Democratic Party, Bashorun Dele Momodu, Friday, hosted some former PDP presidential aspirants at his residence in Lagos. Those hosted were Mrs Tari Oliver, Charles Ugwu, Chikwendu Kalu and Mazi Sam Ohuabunwa. Noting that he was “honored to host our first meeting at The Penthouse in Lagos”, Momodu said, “the duty of every responsible party man or woman is to work hard for the victory of your political party.” “This …
Tambuwal promises to support, domesticate Senior Citizens Act
Tambuwal promises to support, domesticate Senior Citizens Act Gov. Aminu Tambuwal of Sokoto State has assured of maximum support towards the domestication of the National Senior Citizens Centre (NSCC) Act and the implementation of policies on ageing for older persons in the state. Tambuwal stated this when he received the Director-General of the National Senior Citizens Centre (NSCC), Dr Emem Omokaro, and the management team on a courtesy visit on Friday. The governor, who was represented by Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Mr Mainasar…
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