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Tinubu, Buhari, governors mourn Katsina governor’s mother - The Nation Newspaper

1 month ago | thenationonlineng.net | Bolaji Ogundele |Adekunle Jimoh |Jide Orintunsin

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has extended heartfelt condolences to the Governor of Katsina State, Dr. Dikko Umaru Radda, on the passing of his mother, Hajiya Safara’u Umaru Baribari. The late matriarch, who died at 93, passed away on Saturday night. In a statement by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu described Hajiya Safara’u as a woman who nurtured generations of leaders who went on to excel in various fields.
Row over detainee's death in custody

1 month ago | thenationonlineng.net | Precious Igbonwelundu |Adekunle Jimoh |Alao Abiodun

The above questions are begging answers as controversy continues to dog Jimoh’s sudden and unnatural death. The deceased was alleged to have been arrested by detectives attached to the Special Investigation Bureau (SIB) of the Kwara State Police Command, Ilorin on December 19, following allegations he owed his senior colleague at Olam Farms, Gabriel Sunday. Jimoh was allegedly arrested while on a bike after he was lured out of his house in the Balogun-Fulani area of Ilorin by a friend around 5pm.
Ahmed’s trial: SUBEB didn’t award contract in 2014, 2015, witness tells court

1 month ago | thenationonlineng.net | Adekunle Jimoh |Alao Abiodun

Trial of former Kwara State governor, AbdulFatah Ahmed, and his finance commissioner, Demola Banu, for alleged diversion of N5.78 billion Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) fund, continued yesterday at the state High Court, Ilorin. Ilorin Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) brought the two of them before the court. The duo had pleaded not guilty to the charges preferred against them.
Obasanjo influential at home, recognised globally, says Tinubu

1 month ago | thenationonlineng.net | Bolaji Ogundele |Kolade Adeyemi |Ernest Nwokolo |Adekunle Jimoh |Alao Abiodun

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu yesterday described former President Olusegun Obasanjo as an “extraordinary leader and statesman” whose contributions to Nigeria’s development remain profound. In a birthday tribute he penned to celebrate Obasanjo’s 88th birthday, President Tinubu highlighted the former leader’s pivotal role in shaping Nigeria’s history over the past six decades. “Providence has constantly thrust General Obasanjo to the forefront at critical junctures in Nigeria’s story.
Third party insurance: Police begin enforcement in FCT, Kwara, Delta, others

2 months ago | thenationonlineng.net | Gbenga Omokhunu |Adekunle Jimoh

The police commands of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Kwara, Delta, and some other states have begun the enforcement of the third-party motor vehicle insurance in line with the directive of Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Kayode Egbetokun. All vehicle owners, the police said, are required to possess a valid third-party Insurance policy before operating on public roads. The police advised those without any form of insurance to get insured immediately to avoid penalties.
State police: Law teacher advocates training, certification for personnel

2 months ago | thenationonlineng.net | Adekunle Jimoh

Constitutional law Professor, Mojeed Alabi, has recommended the establishment of a police commission at the level of the federation. The commission will be responsible for the training and certification of policemen and the creation of a pool from which any unit of government can recruit men and officers as may be needed.
U.S. aid pause: FG seeks local solutions for HIV/AIDS control

2 months ago | thenationonlineng.net | Dele Anofi |Adekunle Jimoh

Amid the recent executive order by the new United States (U.S.) administration to reassess and realign foreign aid including a 90-day pause on development assistance, the Nigerian government has announced its commitment to mobilizing domestic resources to mitigate potential gaps arising from the policy shift.
First Lady inaugurates OAFLAD campaign against HIV/AIDS in Africa

2 months ago | thenationonlineng.net | Adekunle Jimoh

1.5m HIV/AIDS patients got treatment, says Health ministerThe First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, yesterday launched the Free to Shine Campaign, an initiative of the Organisation of African First Ladies (OAFLAD) to end new HIV and syphilis infections and protect children and women in Nigeria.
Midwives across states to benefit from First Lady’s RHI 60,000 kits

2 months ago | thenationonlineng.net | Adekunle Jimoh

Japa: Kwara has 100 doctorsThe First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI) is set to distribute 60,000 kits to midwives across the country. The kits are meant to complement Federal Government’s ongoing retraining of 120,000 frontline health workers nationwide. Senator Tinubu, who is RHI’s National Chairman, announced this at the presentation of 10,000 professional kits to midwives in the Northcentral yesterday in Ilorin, the Kwara State capital.
First Lady’s RHI disburses N50m cash to 1,000 petty traders in Kwara

2 months ago | thenationonlineng.net | Adekunle Jimoh

The First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, yesterday presented N50 million cash grant to 1,000 women petty traders in Kwara State. Senator Tinubu announced the cash grant yesterday in Ilorin, the Kwara State capital, during the inauguration of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) community ICT centre. The centre was established is in collaboration with the First Lady’s pet project, the Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI), under its Social Investment Programme (SIP). Mrs.