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Gov. Akeredolu begins second term, unveils agenda

Ondo State governor, Arakunrin. Oluwarotimi Akeredolu says he plans to focus on agriculture and youth empowerment during his second term in office. Akeredolu said this at his inauguration for second term in office alongside his deputy, Mr Lucky Ayedatiwa on…

Bawa scales Senate hurdle, states vision for EFCC

By Ayo Fadimu The Senate today, Wednesday, February 24, 2021 confirmed the appointment of Abdurasheed Bawa as the Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC. The confirmation was the climax of a screening session that lasted for…

Police arrest 5 suspected kidnappers in Kaduna

The Police Command in Kaduna State says it has arrested five suspected kidnappers in the state. The command’s Public Relations Officer, ASP Mohammed Jalige, confirmed the arrest in a statement issue on Wednesday in Kaduna. Jalige said on Dec. 30,…

Northern governors recommit to restoring peace, unity

The Northern Governor’s Forum (NGF) has renewed its commitment to restoring peace and unity in the region. The Chairman of NGF and Gov. Simon Lalong of Plateau expressed the Northern governors’ position on Wednesday in Zaria. Lalong spoke when he…