FG will support developmental initiatives of states — Fashola

The Federal Government has restated its resolve to continually support the developmental initiatives of state governments. Speaking at the inauguration of a 969-metre `Rebisi’ dual carriage flyover in Port Harcourt, on Saturday, Minister of Works and Housing, by Mr Babatunde Fashola, who made the pronouncement also said that the Federal Government “is not in competition …

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Why banditry persists in Zamfara ― Security expert

By Ifeanyi Nwannah A stakeholder in the senator Garba Kabiru Marafa’s faction of Zamfara state chapter of the All Progressive Congress (APC), Alhaji Bello Mohammed has lamented that the ravaging terror attacks in Zamfara state started during the unfortunate tenure of former governor Abdulaziz Yari. Fielding questions from newsmen in Gusau, the state capital, the security …

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Malaria dangerous in pregnancy, can cause death — Parasitologist

Dr Adeniyi Adelodun, a Medical Parasitologist, says malaria can be a death factor for pregnant women if not properly treated. Adelodun spoke at the Estate Youth Parliament (EYP) Health Talk in Lagos on Saturday. “Malaria infection during pregnancy can have adverse effects on both mother and fetus. READ ALSOFrance’s Macron congratulates Biden, ready to ‘work …

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#EndSARS: FG begins new police salaries review

By Emma Ujah The National Salaries and Wages Commission (NSWC) the federal government agency that determines salaries and allowances of its workers, has commenced the review of salaries and allowances of the nation’s police personnel. A Top official of the commission disclosed this to Sunday Vanguard, yesterday. According to him, the review followed a directive …

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FG seeks support of South-East leaders on social media regulation

The Federal Government on Saturday solicited the support of South-East governors and leaders in the zone on social media regulation to check fake news and misinformation of Nigerians. The Minister of Information and Culture, Mr Lai Mohammed, made the appeal while speaking at a presidential delegation interaction with South-East governors and other leaders of the …

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