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Tribunal affirms Gov. Emeka Ihedioha’s election Tribunal affirms Gov. Emeka Ihedioha’s election

By Aderogba George/Diana Omueza Abuja, Sept. 21, 2019 The Governorship Election Petition Tribunal for Imo sitting in Abuja on Saturday affirmed the election of Gov. Emeka Ihedioha of Imo. Delivering judgment, Chairman of the tribunal, Justice Mallami Umar-Dogondagi, dismissed the petition of the candidate of the Action Alliance Party, Mr Uche …

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Governor Wike,  six PDP Governors meet in Port Harcourt 

Six Peoples Democratic Party ( PDP) Governors on Friday night met with Rivers State Governor,  Nyesom Ezenwo Wike at the  Government House, Port Harcourt, Rivers State. The meeting had in attendance: Adamawa State Governor, Umaru Fintiri, Imo State Governor,  Emeka Ihedioha ,Oyo State Governor,  Seyi Makinde, Benue State Governor,  Samuel Ortom, Sokoto …

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VP Osinbajo, Gov. Fayemi, Hon. Amaechi at burial of Pastor Olukoyede’s mother

Vice President, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo, Governor Kayode Fayemi of Ekiti State and Minister of Transportation, Hon. Rotimi Chibuike Amaechi were among dignitaries that graced the internment ceremonies of Madam Moroluke Mariam Fakoyede, mother of the Secretary to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Barrister Ola Olukoyede. The internment was …

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In business, we must play according to rules, President Buhari tells NACCIMA delegation; Receives new Head of Service 

President Muhammadu Buhari Friday in Abuja said everyone must play by the rules when it comes to trade and business activities that are central to Nigeria’s economic development. President Buhari, according to a statement by Femi Adesina, Special Adviser to the President (Media & Publicity), spoke at State House when …

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We’re happy Real Madrid Football Academy has become reality, says Wike 

Rivers State Governor,  Nyesom Ezenwo Wike has expressed happiness that the Real Madrid Football Academy has become a reality,  saying that major international football stars will be groomed at the facility. Addressing journalists on Thursday after inspecting the Real Madrid Football Academy in readiness for the commissioning programme on Saturday,  …

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Kia Motors captivates football fans with winsome, inclusive programs at 2019/20 UEFA Europa League

(SEOUL) September 20, 2019 As an official partner of the 2019/20 UEFA Europa League season, Kia Motors Corporation has kicked off a series of inspiring and enthralling marketing activities with the aim of vivifying fan engagement throughout Europe and around the world. Under the slogan “Empowering Fans,” Kia, in collaboration with …

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FG begins inspection of weights, measures of oil pumps in filling stations in Bayelsa; Seal some for under dispensing

The Weights and Measures Department, Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment has commenced inspection on filling stations in Bayelsa. The exercise aimed checking the exploitation of the public is part of efforts to correct irregularities in quantity of products  sold to customers. The team of Inspectors on surveillance activities, …

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PDP primaries outcome: Dickson fires aide for holding divergent views on the process

The aftermath of the Bayelsa Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship primary election has pitched Gov Seriake Dickson against members of his camp who criticised the process that produced the candidate for the November 16 polls.  Gov. Seriake Dickson has subsequently fired his Special Adviser on Talent and Gender Development, Mrs. …

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NLNG is best destination for investment, NNPC GMD says in USA; Look beyond Train 7, NLNG MD tells shareholders

By Edith Ike-Eboh Abuja, Sept.19, 2019 The Group Managing Director of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC), Malam Mele Kyari, has said that “Nigeria is more of a gas nation than oil and for us, gas is the future. We have, therefore, committed to providing the necessary support required to …

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Acting Head of Service assumes duty

By Okon Okon Abuja, Sept. 19, 2019 The Acting Head of Civil Service of the Federation (HCSF), Dr Folashade Yemi-Esan, has assumed office on Thursday. A statement issued by Olawunmi Ogunmosunle, the Director, Information office of HCSF, said Yemi-Esan assumed duty at about 6.40 p.m. after she was received by …

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