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Defence
DSS pledges partnership with NAN on intelligence gathering
The Department of State Service (DSS) has pledged to partner with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on intelligence gathering and other related security issues. The Director-General of DSS, Alhaji Yusuf Bichi, made the pledge on Sunday in Abuja when a delegation from NAN led by its Managing Director, Malam Ali Mohammed Ali, paid him a courtesy visit. He said…
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Reps. Commend NAN over prudent management of resources
The House of Representatives has commended the management of the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) for embracing the use of renewable energy in its operations. The members of House of Representatives Committee on Information, National Orientation, Ethics and Privileges gave the commendation during their oversight visit to NAN headquarters Abuja on Thursday. Chairman of the committee, Rep.Olusola Fatoba, who led…
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Health
Go for regular medical check-ups, NAN MD urges Nigerians
Malam Ali Muhammad Ali, the Managing Director (MD) of the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), has encouraged Nigerians to develop the habit of visiting their doctors on a regular basis to guarantee prompt treatment for medical conditions. Ali made the call on Saturday in Kaduna during the unveiling of a foundation in honor of the late Hassana Yakubu, a NAN…
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NEWS
Uzodimma, Anyanwu, others congratulate new Imo correspondents’ chapel officials
Gov. Hope Uzodimma of Imo has congratulated Mr. Chinonso Alozie, a correspondent of Vanguard newspaper in the state, on his election as Chairman, Correspondents’ Chapel in Imo. Oguwike Nwachuku, the governor’s chief press secretary, said in a statement on Friday that the governor was happy to hear that Alozie emerged as chairman from a process that was transparent, competitive, and…
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general new
Fact-check news reports before publication, Onanuga tasks NAN editors
Mr. Bayo Onanuga, the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, has urged editors of the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) to fact-check news reports before publication. Onanuga, the former Managing Director of NAN, made the call at the agency’s 5th Editorial Management Retreat on Tuesday in Kaduna. In a paper presentation tagged “A subscriber’s expectation of NAN…
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NEWS
Super Eagles’ AFCON Squad Criticized by Ex-International Bright Omokaro
Lagos, Nigeria, January 11, 2024: Former Nigerian international Bright Omokaro voiced concerns about the current composition of the Super Eagles squad for the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), stating that the competition has become an open door for benched players from foreign clubs. In an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Thursday, Omokaro reflected on the evolving…
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Crime
Imo Traditional Ruler Abducted by Gunmen
Gunmen abducted Samuel Ohiri, the Traditional Ruler of Orodo Autonomous Community in Imo’s Mbaitoli Local Government Area, on Saturday. The heavily-armed gang, consisting of four members, stormed the former Chairman of Imo Council of Traditional Rulers’ residence in a green Toyota Highlander. In a commando-style operation, the assailants kidnapped the traditional ruler, while his cousin, present at the scene, managed…
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Featured
NDLEA decorates NAN bureau chief as ambassador of War Against Drug Abuse
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has decorated the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) Kano Bureau Chief, Aminu Garko, as the agency’s “Ambassador for War Against Drug Abuse” in the state. The Chairman/Chief Executive Officer, NDLEA, Brig.-Gen Mohammed Buba-Marwa, performed the decoration during a courtesy visit by Garko on Tuesday in Kano. Buba-Marwa, represented by NDLEA State Commander, Mr…
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Centre commends NAN management, journalists for excellent news reportage
The Centre for Wounded Servicemen and Fallen Heroes Supports Fund (CFWS&FHSF) has commended the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) for its excellent reportage of Nigeria’s security, social, political and economy development. Gen. Cecil Esekhaigbe, Chairman, Board of the Trustees (BOT) of the centre, gave the commendation in a statement on Friday in Abuja. He particularly commended Mr Buki Ponle, the Managing Director…
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Entertainment
Ikorodu goes merry for 2021 ASA Festival
Thousands of residents and indigenes of Ikorodu, Lagos State on Friday came out in colorful outfits and costumes in celebration of this year’s Asa Cultural Festival in the city. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that various cultural groups displayed their indigenous dances to the delight of visitors and dignitaries, including royal fathers from Lagos and Ogun states. NAN…
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Featured
NBA decries high handedness of lower court judges in Zaria
The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) decried high handedness of judges of the lower courts. Mr. Hussaini Abdu, the Chairman of the NBA in Zaria, made this known during a Bar and Bench Forum organized by the Branch in Zaria on Wednesday. “This attitude is negatively affecting the smooth administration of justice. “We’ve seen instances a judge detained a lawyer. This is…
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APC requires united, respectful leadership for a new Nigeria-PGF DG
Dr. Salihu Lukman, Director-General Progressives Governors Forum (PFG) says the All Progressives Congress (APC) must have a united, disciplined and respectful leadership, for it to produce a new Nigeria. Lukman said this in a statement on Monday in Abuja. He said that he was working on plans to unveiled a publication titled; “APC and Campaign for New Nigeria“, in a…
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Primate urges Christians to be moderate during Christmas, New Year
The Most Rev. Henry Ndukuba, Bishop of Abuja Diocese and Primate of All Nigeria Anglican Communion, on Monday urged Christians to be moderate in the celebration of Christmas and New Year festivals. The Primate, who gave the advice in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Abuja, cautioned against taking loan or borrowing just to celebrate during…
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Gas tanker explosion burns vehicles, buildings in Onitsha
A Liquefied Petroleum Gas ( LPG) tanker, exploded at a filling station, on Onitsha-Enugu Expressway, Anambra, on Sunday night, setting vehicles and buildings on fire. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the LPG tanker which exploded at about 7.30.p.m., spread fire to two other filling stations and a mechanic workshop with vehicles in the area. Mr. Martin Agbili,…
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economy
Makurdi tenants lament over abitrary rent increase
Some tenants in Makurdi, the Benue capital, have decried the sudden and astronomical increase in tenancy fees within the city in recent years. The tenants, who spoke with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Makurdi on Friday, appealed to the state government to regulate rents and mode of payment in the state capital a d other parts of the…
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AEDC controversy: Court orders parties to maintain status quo
A Federal High Court, Abuja, on Friday, ordered parties in a suit filed over the raging controversy on the alleged takeover of the Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC) to maintain status quo pending the next date of hearing. Justice Inyang Ekwo, who gave the order following an ex-parte motion moved by counsel to the plaintiffs, Etigwe Uwa, SAN, ordered that the…
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Yuletide: LG boss urges youths to embrace peaceful celebration
Mr. Foluso Ojo, the Chairman of Oye Local Government Area (LGA) in Ekiti, on Wednesday urged youths in the area to celebrate the Yuletide peacefully. Ojo made the appeal in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Oye-Ekiti. The chairman, who described Christmas as a season of love and celebrations of God’s faithfulness, charged the youths to…
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