Month: December 2021

Gov. Obaseki says he has no regrets in forgiving Tony Kabaka

Gov. Godwin Obaseki of Edo on Tuesday in Benin said that he has no regrets whatsoever in forgiving Tony Adun, the All Progressives Congress (APC) youth leader in the state.   Obaseki made the clarification when he addressed leaders of…

December 28, 2021 · by komolafe times ·

Itunu Babalola: FG, family reject autopsy, demand justice

The Federal Government and the family of the late Itunu Babalola, the Nigerian lady who died in Côte d’Ivoire after she was wrongly jailed, have rejected the autopsy on the cause of her death.   Mrs Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman, Nigerians…

December 28, 2021 · by komolafe times ·

Lassa Fever: Case toll increases to 92, as Bauchi, Ebonyi record new deaths

The death toll for Lassa Fever in Nigeria from January 2021 has increased to 92, with Bauchi and Ebonyi states recording new deaths.   The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) disclosed this on Tuesday in its latest situation report on…

December 28, 2021 · by komolafe times ·

Gov. Obiano inaugurates Awka Township Stadium

Gov. Willie Obiano of Anambra State on Tuesday inaugurated the Awka Township Stadium.   The stadium is installed with an eight-lane poly unit premium tartan track, while the football pitch is built with hybrid synthetic turf.   Obiano said at…

December 28, 2021 · by komolafe times ·

FCTA may revoke titles of 435 abandoned buildings in Abuja – Director

The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) says arrangements have been concluded to sanction owners of 435 uncompleted or abandoned structures in Federal Capital City (FCC), Abuja.   This is contained in a statement signed by Alhaji Adamu Hussaini, Director of…

December 28, 2021 · by komolafe times ·

My priority is quality, affordable healthcare, says Gov. Oyetola

Gov. Gboyega Oyetola of Osun says quality and affordable healthcare delivery remains one of his top priorities for the citizens in the state.   The governor gave the assurance during a community engagement programme organised by Osun State Engagement Centre…

December 28, 2021 · by komolafe times ·

Chief of Air Staff urges sustained assaults on criminals

The Chief of Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Oladayo Amao, has urged troops of Operation Gama Aiki (OPGA) and personnel of 013 Quick Response Force (013 QRF), Minna, to sustain the tempo of operations against criminals.   Air Commodore Edward…

December 28, 2021 · by komolafe times ·

WHO to miss global 40% vaccination target

The World Health Organisation (WHO) will miss its target to vaccinate 40 per cent of the population in every country by the end of the year, with the shortfalls especially serious in Africa.   Of the WHO’s 194 member countries,…

December 28, 2021 · by komolafe times ·

FCT emergency management agency seeks review of Fire Service Act

The Federal Capital Territory Emergency Management Agency has called for review of Fire Service Act of 1963 to meet up with contemporary realities.   Its Director-General, Alhaji Abbas Idriss, made the call in a statement on Tuesday in Abuja.  …

December 28, 2021 · by komolafe times ·

Buhari felicitates Christopher Kolade at 89

President Muhammadu Buhari has joined family members and friends in celebrating with Nigeria’s former High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, Dr Christopher Kolade, as he turns 89 on Dec. 28.   In a congratulatory message issued by his spokesman, Mr Femi…

December 28, 2021 · by komolafe times ·