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Sowore dismisses them all as being of no use Scholarships from JAMB, NYSC, TETFund, and NELFund

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Omoyele Sowore, a human rights activist, has criticized the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund), and the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) as “extracurricular bureaucratic busybodies” and has demanded their immediate dissolution. In reaction to JAMB’s recent admission that technical glitches had significantly … Read more

To safeguard rights, FIDA demands that police uphold the VAPP Act

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In an effort to reduce acts of violence against individuals, the Niger State Branch of the International Federation of Women Lawyers (FIDA) has urged the Niger State Police Command to strictly implement the Violence Against Persons Prohibition (VAPP) Act. During an advocacy visit to the State Police Headquarters in Minna, FIDA Chairperson Mrs. Bolanle Jibogun … Read more

Unveiling Amorim’s Exit From Manchester United Ahead of Europa League Final

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Ruben Amorim, manager of Manchester United, has stated he will not resign from his position but has acknowledged he will face dismissal if the team’s performance does not improve. Amorim hinted that he would leave Old Trafford after Sunday’s 2-0 loss to West Ham. This was Manchester United’s 17th league defeat of the season. On … Read more

Government of Zamfara is not getting a dime from solid minerals, according to Governor Lawal

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According to Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State, the state is not making money off of its plentiful solid mineral deposits at the moment. The Governor, however, made note of the fact that he now has the chance to meet with investors who can assist in developing the sector and increasing the state’s revenue thanks … Read more

White South Africans relocating to the United States are “cowards,” says President Ramaphosa

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Those who departed South Africa have been criticized by President Cyril Ramaphosa, who has called them “cowards.” If the president has his way, South Africans will stay put and find solutions to their country’s challenges. President Trump resettled 59 white South Africans in the United States. Upon their arrival in the US on Monday, the … Read more

Otti to Abure: “Show evidence or shut up” regarding the Labour Party issue

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Abia State Governor Alex Otti’s Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ferdinand Ekeoma, has blasted the National Chairman of the Labour Party (LP), Barrister Julius Abure, who is now on suspension, saying that Abure is to blame for the party’s internal strife. “Mr. Abure is the one destroying the Labour Party,” Ekeoma said during an … Read more

Kidnappers kidnap five traders

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In the Bashar area of Plateau State’s Wase Local Government Area, five market vendors were kidnapped by masked gunmen who were believed to be bandits in the Dogon Ruwa hamlet. In interviews with news outlets, residents of the area claimed that robbers had looted stores and warehouses, taking away large supplies of food and medication. … Read more

In the face of security threats, Governor Alia has called for a unified state

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In the midst of mounting security worries caused by the repeated attacks of armed herdsmen, Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue State has fervently called on the people of the state to stand united. Attacks on communities in Benue continue, he said. Governor Alia characterized the situation as a grave danger to the state’s existence and … Read more

Enugu Governor Mbah inaugurates Gender-Based Violence Endowment Committee

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The government of Enugu State has declared zero tolerance for gender-based violence (GBV) and has established a steering group to eradicate the social ill in the state. The Government House Enugu was the site of the inaugural ceremony. Members of the panel include representatives from the Nigerian Police Force, various ministries (including Agriculture and Agro … Read more