By Olaide Ajibola, JKNMedia Reporter OYO State government has received commendations for its dedicated efforts in combating the spread of the Human Immunodeficiency Virus and Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (HIV/AIDS), within the state, resulting in a significant drop in the disease’s prevalence. Dr. Temitope Ilori, the Director-General of ...
By Helen Okechukwu, JKNMedia Reporter IN THE wake of recent explosions in the Eleme axis of East-West Road in Rivers State and the Ita-Oshin, Abeokuta North local government area of Ogun State, President Bola Tinubu has lauded the swift responses of both state governments to the affected communities. Tragedy struck on April 26 and 27th [&helli...
By Helen Okechukwu, JKNMedia Reporter NIGERIA’s President Bola Tinubu has assured Nigerian workers of his administration’s dedication to ensuring fair wages and conducive working environments as the world celebrated International Workers’ Day. His assurance was conveyed by the presidential spokesperson, Ajuri Ngelale vis social media channels ...
By Helen Okechukwu, JKNMedia Reporter CELEBRATING Labour Day, First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has extended appreciation to Nigerian workers for their unwavering commitment to national advancement. In her address, she praised Nigerian workforce, describing them as dedicated, resilient and innovative individuals. She expressed profound grati...
By Jemimah Oriogun, JKNMedia Reporter THE Nigeria Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has been directed by the House of Representatives to halt the enforcement of the recently approved tariff hike. This decision follows the passage of a motion of urgent public importance, initiated by a lawmaker, representing the Labour Party from Ebonyi ...
By Jemimah Wellington, JKNMedia Reporter THE Federal Government of Nigeria has officially declared Wednesday, May 1, as a public holiday in commemoration of this year’s Workers’ Day celebration. This announcement came through the Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tuni0Ojo, representing the FG on Tuesday, April 30. In his declaration, Tunji-Oj...
By Joke Kujenya CHAOS reportedly erupted in the Senate chamber as senators returned from their Easter and Sallah break on Tuesday, April 30. The plenary session, which commenced at approximately 11.00am, was immediately fraught with tension as lawmakers engaged in a heated dispute over seating arrangements. Senate President, Godswill Akpabio i...
By Joke Kujenya A SIGNIFICANT move in the ongoing battle against financial crimes unfolded as Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court, Abuja, on Wednesday, April 24, 2024, issued an interim order in favour of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). The order pertained to the freezing of a substantial number of bank […...
By Olaide Ajibola, JKNMedia Reporter THE Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara, has underscored the importance of futuristic policy-making to strengthen governance, particularly in the realm of security, during a recent address at a high-profile security summit. Addressing participants of the Executive Intelligence Management Course (EIM...
By Jemimah Wellington, JKNMedia Reporter THE Ogun State government has taken a decisive action by sealing off Gasco Marine Lid, the company linked to the truck involved in the recent explosion tragedy in the Ita-Oshin area of Abeokuta North local government area. Addressing reporters after the closure of the company’s premises situated at Onij...
