The federal government says the payments cover longstanding pension liabilities owed to former workers of defunct public enterprises and financial institutions under the Defined Benefit Scheme. The post FG clears N39.6 billion pension arrears, settles…
Court orders final forfeiture of N150 million kickback linked to Nigerian lawmaker
EFCC said its investigations revealed the money to be part of proceeds of kickbacks the lawmaker received in the course of his roles as a legislator. The post Court orders final forfeiture of N150 million…
Education stakeholders in Ebonyi reject the proposed 6-3-3-4 policy reversal
The stakeholders, who spoke separately with the News Agency of Nigeria on Friday in Abakaliki, described the proposed move as detrimental to Nigeria’s effort to develop a functional and competitive education system. The post Education…
UPDATED: Fire breaks out at Lagos fuel terminal (PHOTOS)
The fire incident occurred at the terminal located within the Ibru Jetty Complex along the Apapa-Oworonshoki Expressway. The post UPDATED: Fire breaks out at Lagos fuel terminal (PHOTOS) appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Nigeria moves closer to eliminating trachoma as only 11 LGAs remain- official
He said the achievement represents about 87 per cent progress in eliminating trachoma in affected areas. The post Nigeria moves closer to eliminating trachoma as only 11 LGAs remain- official appeared first on Premium Times…
Obi to Nigerians: Don’t lose faith in electoral process
“I urge all Nigerians who are of voting age and have not registered to go out and register to vote in the coming election,” Mr Obi said while visiting some Continuous Voter Registration Centres in…
Minister leads federal delegation to Bille community over gas seepage
“The federal government is doing everything possible to ensure that the gas seepage is brought under control. The requests for potable water, healthcare and firefighting support have been noted and will be addressed.” The post…
Supreme Court overturns Appeal Court’s order confiscating General Hydrocarbon’s oil vessel
In a similar vein, the court held that the Federal High Court and Court of Appeal do not have the jurisdiction to hear the suit, considering that the litigation is an admiralty dispute. The post…
Court orders prosecution of officer over killing of Osun imam, awards N200 million damages
Awarded N200 million in damages against the Inspector-General of Police, the Commissioner of Police, the Osun State Command and the police officer that fired the killing shot after finding that the killing violated Mr Babai’s…
FCT expands clean cooking initiative, reaches 10,000 households
This was announced on Thursday during the programme’s final rollout in Bwari Area Council, where beneficiaries received gas cylinders, burners and refill vouchers through a partnership between the FCTA and IHS Nigeria. The post FCT…