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NUC Approves Engineering Programmes for Western Delta University
The National Universities Commission (NUC) has approved the commencement of two new full-time undergraduate engineering programmes at Western Delta University, Oghara, Delta State, effective from the 2026/2027 academic session. The
Alleged Cocaine Deal: Court Invites NDLEA Boss in Trial of Abba Kyari, Others
Alex Enumah in Abuja Justice Emeka Nwite of a Federal High Court, Abuja, has directed the Chairman of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) to produce in court the
Accord: Olawepo-Hashim Pushes for Reconciliation, Unity After Court’s Victory
• Sowore pays him congratulatory visit Chuks Okocha and Alex Enumah in Abuja The presidential candidate of Accord Party, Dr Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim, has called for reconciliation and unity in the
PANDEF: Niger Delta Roads Have Reached National Emergency Status
• Demands urgent infrastructure upgrade, environmental remediation after 70 years of oil pollution Sunday Aborisade in Abuja Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF) has called on the federal government to urgently
Alleged Quackery: Rivers Shuts 21 Health Facilities, Arrests Three
Blessing Ibunge in Port Harcourt The Rivers State Ministry of Health has shut down 21 health facilities and arrested three persons in a fresh crackdown on quackery, unregistered medical practice
N460.75m Alleged Fraud: AGF Takes Over Prosecution from Police
Wale Igbintade The Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF) has taken over the prosecution of a N460.75 million alleged fraud case involving the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of Loft and Keys
FG Reviews Police Pension Package to Narrow Income Gap, Douse Concerns
• NPF pension urges serving officers to access 25% RSA for mortgage equity contribution James Emejo in Abuja Managing Director/Chief Executive, NPF Pensions Limited, Mr. Muhammed Dutse, yesterday revealed that
IMF/W’Bank Meetings: FG Moves to Mobilise Investment Opportunities in Thailand
Ndubuisi Francis in Abuja The federal government is billed to convene two strategic engagements to mobilise private capital and advance investment opportunities across priority sectors, including energy in Bangkok, Thailand.
Umahi: Tinubu Will Sweep South-east, Obi No Threat
• Says president has addressed region’s marginalisation Emmanuel Addeh in Abuja Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, has expressed confidence that President Bola Tinubu can secure all five existing states in
Niger Miners’ Death: Shettima Vows Justice For 37 Bereaved Families, As Govt Hunts Down Culprits
• Says no uniform confers immunity from accountability, every citizen in custody remains entitled to state protection • Pays condolence visit to Niger State, announces FG’s N250m donation to bereaved
