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Palace of His Eminence King Alfred Papapreye Diete-Spiff CFR wears new look

  There was jubilation and celebration as the Twon Brass Kingdom’s palace was officially unveiled today, 1st of January 2023. Their Majesties, the Patriarch and Matriarch of Twon Brass Kingdom in Bayelsa State, King Alfred Papapreye Diete-Spiff and Queen Dr. Josephine Diete-Spiff today led their people to the occasion which happened in grand style. The …

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Queen Josephine Diete-Spiff honoured with “Hero of Gender Advocacy Award”

The Twon Ibe Opuyingibo 1, of Twon Brass Kingdom,Her Majesty Queen Dame Josephine Aruoriwo Diete-Spiff Esq was honoured by the International Centre for the Research on African Women in Nation Building and Gender Studies (ICRAWINGS) as “HERO OF GENDER ADVOCACY” for selfless and incomparable contributions towards uplifting the living standard of Women and Girl Child …

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LASG WARNS OPERATORS OF UNPAINTED COMMERCIAL VEHICLES IN LAGOS

  In view of the need to comply with the laws and regulations guiding the operation of all commercial vehicle operators, the Lagos State Government has again warned that all intra-state commercial bus operators must ensure that their vehicles are painted in Red or Yellow with Black Stripes or be impounded by the Government. The …

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POLICE ARREST CABLE VANDALS IN LAGOS

  Officers of the Rapid Response Squad (RRS) have arrested two cable vandals in different parts of Lagos. The suspects, Akpan Fortune aged 28 and Stanley Umebuane aged 24 were arrested in Ikeja and Ikoyi on Sunday, November 6, 2022.Fortune was arrested in the morning on Acme Crescent, Agidingbi, Ikeja after accessing and vandalizing telecommunication …

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WE HAVE NOT COMMENCED 2022 POLICE CONSTABLE RECRUITMENT – NPF

  – As Police Urges Nigerians to Disregard Recruitment Information The Nigeria Police Force wishes to inform well-meaning members of the public that it has not commenced the 2022 Police Constables recruitment into the Nigeria Police Force contrary to a publication on Page 21 of Daily Sun Newspaper of Thursday August 11, 2022 by the …

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“We Killed The DPO Because He Was Arresting Our Members And Preventing Us From Operating” – Bandits

  The Bauchi State Police Command have arrested four members of a notorious bandit group, who confessed to having killed a former police DPO of the Tafawa Balewa Division, CSP Garkuwa. The Bandits also confessed to taking parts in different killings, kidnappings and armed robbery incidents in Bauchi. According to the report from Nigerian Tribune, …

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Oshiomhole lied: Osinbajo not head of the Economic Team

  Available public records indicate that the former Edo governor lied as the Economic Management Team of the Buhari administration headed by the VP in the first term had been dissolved since September 16, 2019. The EMT was set up in 2016 by the President to coordinate the Federal Government’s economic policies with the VP …

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Ijaws Diaspora: Queen Diete-Spiff Seeks Collaboration to Tackle Poverty, Trafficking, Violence Against Ijaw Women

  Queen of Twon Brass Kingdom and President of the Queens of the Niger Delta Initiative, Her Majesty, Dr Josephine Diete-Spiff, Esq JP called on the Ijaws in Diaspora on the need for an effective and efficient collaboration to meet the yearning and aspirations of Ijaw women in order for them to be empowered to …

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PRESIDENT BUHARI HAILS KING ALFRED DIETE-SPIFF AT 80

  President Muhammadu Buhari sends warm greetings to Amayanabo of Twon-Brass, King Alfred Papapreye Diete-Spiff, on his 80th birthday, July 30, 2022, congratulating the elder statesman for many years of service to his community, nation and humanity. The President felicitates with King Diete-Spiff on the auspicious occasion of turning an octogenarian, joining family, friends and …

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LATEST VERSION OF TERROR PROPAGANDA AND MILITARY READINESS

  Terrorist activity using propaganda and the use of violence to force governments to accept or submit to political demands is not new all over world. The country’s security and defense forces are not clueless or helpless. They have their plans and ways of doing things which they will not display in the media. The …

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SURGICAL OPERATION: VP OSINBAJO THANKS EVERYONE

  Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, SAN, has expressed his deep gratitude to Nigerians and everyone following his recent successful surgery. Prof. Osinbajo underwent a surgical operation on Saturday, July 16, at the Duchess International Hospital, Ikeja, Lagos. Below is the full statement of the Vice President. “My deep gratitude to everyone for your get-well wishes …

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PEBEC: Ease of Doing Business Bill Passes Second Reading at the Senate

  The Business Facilitation (Miscellaneous Provision) Bill 2022, also known as the “Omnibus Bill” passed Second Reading at the Senate on Wednesday, July 20. The Bill, which is an intervention of the Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council (PEBEC), chaired by Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, SAN, is aimed at consolidating and amending outdated legislative provisions towards …

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ON UNIVERSITY STRIKES, GOVERNMENT IS READY FOR BUSINESS

  The outcome of the meeting held by President Muhammadu Buhari on Tuesday with relevant Ministries, Depts & Agencies to end the agitations by university unions ought to be beyond spin-doctoring & conjecture. It is a pity that almost all media houses allowed themselves to be deceived by interested sources that are not the authorized …

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OGUN STATE WORKERS ARE RIGHT TO DEMAND THEIR ENTITLEMENTS – ADERINOKUN

  Ogun Central PDP Senatorial Candidate, Chief Olumide Aderinokun has called on Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun to prioritise the grievances of workers in the state. Reacting to the workers’ resolution to embark on an indefinite strike from Tuesday, Chief Aderinokun believes the government is making life harder for public employees by deducting from salary …

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NATIONAL ECONOMIC COUNCIL HOSTS INTERNATIONAL FORUM ON HUMAN CAPITAL DEVELOPMENT TOMORROW

_*VP receives Prime Minister of Guinea-Bissau at Presidential Villa_ Determined to significantly improve the human development indices in West Africa, the National Economic Council (NEC) chaired by Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, SAN, is hosting an international forum to launch the Integrated Regional Human Capital Development Strategy. The conference scheduled for Abuja on Thursday June 23, …

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ARMY TROOPS INTERCEPT EXPLOSIVES AMMUNITION IN CROSS RIVER

Troops of 13 Brigade operating under command of 82 Division, Nigerian Army on Tuesday 21 June 2022, intercepted a Toyota Camry car with registration number JAL 492 AA, ladened with assorted munition while enroute Utanga village towards Obudu Mountains in Cross River State. Troops deployed at Forward Operating Base Amana attempted to stop the vehicle …

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Even Gov Soludo’s CPS Guffed!

In the nascent era of Prof Soludo’s administration, the newly formed Executive Cabinet members aggregated under a roof for an intensive orientation course, wherein the enthusiastic governor defined the shape, color and direction of the new government. Also, we read in the media that Governor Soludo invited best hands, world renowned resource persons on leadership …

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BREAKING: President Buhari Sends Ministerial List To Senate For Screening

President Muhammadu Buhari has written to the Senate seeking the confirmation of seven ministerial nominees. *The nominees are:* Henry Ikechukwu – *Abia State* Umana Okon Umana – *Akwa-Ibom State* Ekuma Joseph – *Ebonyi State* Goodluck Nana Obia – *Imo State* Umar Ibrahim Yakub – *Kano State* Ademola Adewole Adegorioye – *Ondo State* Odo Udi – …

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GOVT SCHEMES WILL SIGNIFICANTLY IMPACT NIGERIANS MORE IF PROFESSIONALS TAKE ACTIVE ROLES – OSINBAJO

  _*Nigerian Institute of Architects visit VP, name him NIA Grand Patron_ There will be a more significant impact on Nigerians if professional bodies play more active roles in the implementation of government’s plans and policies, according to Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, SAN. Prof. Osinbajo stated this on Monday when he received on a courtesy …

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Of Anambra Commissioner For Education:

  Public office holders should know that they are accountable to the people. All political appointees serving under Prof Soludo led Administration, should becareful not to mess up the system that we are patiently waiting for productive leadership and good governance. Advisedly, the Soludo’s administration had started on good note, and the momentum should be …

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ADDRESS BY HIS EXCELLENCY, MUHAMMADU BUHARI, PRESIDENT AND COMMANDER IN CHIEF OF THE ARMED FORCES OF THE FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA ON THE OCCASION OF COMMEMORATION AND CELEBRATION OF DEMOCRACY DAY 12TH JUNE, 2022

  Fellow Nigerians, Today, June The 12th, marks another Democracy Day anniversary and an occasion to celebrate freedom and unity of our Nation. 2. From 1999, we consistently celebrated Democracy Day to mark the end of military rule and the return of power and control into the hands of those freely elected by the people. …

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Buhari Assents To 2022 Amended Appropriation Act

  President Muhammadu Buhari has assented to the new Appropriation Bill recently passed into law by the National Assembly. Senior Special Assistant to the President on National Assembly Matters (House of Representatives) Umar El-Yakub said the new law repeals the Appropriation Act passed by the lawmakers in December 2021 and enacts a new Appropriation Act, …

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Twon-Brass Kingdom congratulates King Diete-Spiff on his appointment

  Brass—His Royal Majesty, King Alfred Diete-Spiff, Amanayanbo of Twon-Brass Kingdom in Brass Local Government Area of Bayelsa State, has been appointed and inaugurated as the special royal envoy to AFRIDU and Chairman of the African Diaspora Traditional Rulers Council. King Diete-Spiff who delivered a passionate speech after his inauguration among several Heads of State, …

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Illegal Demolition of Building with Approval by Ogun State Government

Two Buildings owned by Mr Tunde Alabi and Mr Tunji Owoeye located beside the popular Ogun State Golf Resort,Mamu Village was 3 days ago demolished by Ogun State Government without passing through due process. Narrating what led to the senseless demolition to News Men,Mr Saheed Omogoye who worked as an engineer on the site Described …

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ASUU, Polytechnic Lecturers, Others To Get N34b Minimum Wage Adjustment Arrears – FG

The Federal Government has said it would spend about N34 billion on the ongoing payment of minimum wage consequential adjustments to education sector workers with effect from 2019. According to a statement by the Federal Ministry of Labour and Employment, the beneficiaries include the members of the striking Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) and …

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ANAMBRA CRIME REPORT: OUR LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCIES NEED YOUR SUPPORT TO CURB CRIMINALITY

  A Joint Task Force (JTF) consisting of soldiers and police is set to conduct offensive operations in Anambra and Imo states following the killing and destruction of property by gunmen. It was learnt that aerial and land assaults will focus on Anambra South and Orlu Senatorial District in neighbouring Imo. Meanwhile, the community vigilante …

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HRM Queen Josephine Diete-Spiff cautions the general public and dissociate self from unscrupulous impostor

PUBLIC NOTICE My attention has been drawn to the activities of a certain imposter who is impersonating my person in several quarters. While the issue is being handled by the relevant authorities, the general public is hereby put on notice to beware of dealing with such unscrupulous impostor as I will not be held liable …

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One Killed As 2-Storey Building Collapses In Lagos

  One person has been confirmed dead in a fresh building collapse on Freeman Street, Lagos Island. It was learnt that the two storey building which was under cconstruction came down during a heavy rainfall in the area. The Lagos Terrorial Head of National Emergency Management Agency, Ibrahim Farinloye, confirmed the incident. “One rescued alive …

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Soludo Visits Kanu In Detention, Says All Is Well.

  By Ogene Ndigbo   The governor of Anambra state Prof Chukwuma Charles Soludo on Saturday  announced through his Facebook page that he has visited the leader of Indigenous People of Biafra IPOB Nnamdi Kanu to Felicitate with him, and talks about the situation of things back home.  Here is the offical statement as released by …

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Wema Bank debunks money laundering, bribery allegations

Wema Bank says its attention has been drawn to recent reports in the media regarding money laundering and bribery allegations on a customer’s transaction. It said in a statement that the publication went ahead to mention the names of certain Wema Bank management staff who were allegedly involved in the said transaction. The statement said, …

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AREGBESOLA LAUDS NSCDC FOR EXCEPTIONAL PERFORMANCE, CHARGES ON SYNERGY, EFFECTIVE SERVICE DELIVERY.

In a bid to asses the level of performance and achievements recorded so far by the Ministry of interior with respect to its mandates and identifying priority areas which requires improvement towards the realization of good governance, NSCDC hosted the 3rd and 4th Quarter 2021 Performance Review Meeting of the Ministry and its Services/Departments from …

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BSTWA: Queen Josephine Steps Down as Chairperson in Style

It was a moment full of emotions, celebration, and expressions of love and gratitude as the tenure of the Queen of Twon Brass Kingdom, Her Royal Majesty Dr. (Barr) Dame, Evangelist Josephine Diete-Spiff, came to an end as the Chairperson of the Bayelsa State Traditional Rulers Wives Association (BSTWA). Queen Josephine, who also doubles as …

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Oyo palace breaks silence, speaks on Alaafin’s death news

  Few hours after the news of Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi’s death, the palace has publicly debunked the death of the first class monarch. In a release signed by the Alaafin’s Media and Publicity Director, Bode Durojaiye and made made available to newsmen on Saturday, where he described the news and fake report. …

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Borno: Zulum commissions 300 traffic marshals, upgraded office.

  Mohammed Abubakar Damaturu. Governor of Borno state, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum has innaugrated 300 first batch of Road Marshals and commissioned renovated office of the Borno State Traffic Management Agency (BOTMA). Borno State Government in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) trained and equiped the Marshals. Chief of Staff to Borno State …

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Osogbo Invasion : what you are not committed to cannot be Committed to You – Dr Chris Okafor

  *when you partner with the kingdom things work in your favour The Spirit and Prosperity Conference put together by Chris Okafor world outreach ministry in conjunction with Grace Nation International has enter Day 3 with so much testimonies and evidence to show for it at the ongoing conference at the ancient city of Osogbo …

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