Buhari inaugurates Lekki deep seaport, Imota rice mill in Lagos; NCDC confirms 123 Diphtheria cases, 38 death | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the five top Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss: Buhari inaugurates Lekki deep seaport, Imota rice mill in Lagos On Monday, President Muhammadu Buhari inaugurated the Lekki deep seaport and the Imota rice mill in Lagos. The deep seaport was finished in 2022, and the... Read More

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January 20, 2023

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NCDC places Nigerians on alert over Diphtheria

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention has said it has responded to reports of diphtheria cases in Lagos and Kano states and is monitoring the situation in Osun and Yobe States where cases are now being picked up. The NCDC disclosed this in a public health advisory signed by its Director General, Dr.... Read More

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November 28, 2022

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Cases of COVID may spike throughout the holiday season, NCDC warns

This holiday season may see an increase in COVID-19 infections, according to the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC). According to an interview with Punch, NCDC director general Ifedayo Adetifa speculated that an uptick in tourism could be to blame for the predicted spike. However, the agency anticipates a decline in hospitalizations, he added. “We... Read More

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June 29, 2022

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President Buhari to receive update on negotiations with striking University workers on Wednesday; Ogun state workers declare strike over unpaid benefits | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Senate considers amending Electoral Act as regards direct primary clause President Buhari to receive update on negotiations with striking University workers on Wednesday Ogun state workers declare strike over unpaid benefits Negligence of Nigerians contributing to Monkeypox Outbreak – NCDC Court Dismisses new bail application for Nnamdi Kanu Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal... Read More

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December 31, 2020

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Sanwo-Olu budgets N500m for PLWDs, to appoint SSA on Disability Affairs | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Sanwo-Olu budgets N500m for PLWDs, to appoint SSA on Disability Affairs Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has promised to appoint a Senior Special Assistant on Disability Affairs, adding that his administration earmarked N500 million for Persons Living With Disabilities, PLWDs in the 2021 budget. Sanwo-Olu State has promised to appoint a Senior Special Assistant... Read More

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December 11, 2020

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COVID-19: The latest signs are worrisome and here’s all you should know

The gradual phasing out of the COVID-19 pandemic which has had a devastating impact on a global scale brought a huge sigh of relief to Nigerians as normalcy was gradually returning to the country while the number of Coronavirus cases dropped. There was, however, a turn of events on December 10 2020, as the country... Read More

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November 3, 2020

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Northern governors call for censorship of social media, NECO announces commencement date for exams | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Northern governors call for censorship of social media Governors of northern states have called for the censorship of social media in a bid to “avoid the spread of fake news”. At a meeting in Kaduna on Monday, the governors stated that the effect of uncontrolled social media is devastating. They also condemned the “subversive” actions... Read More

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Hadi Sirika, Muhammadu Buhari, NCDC

October 19, 2020

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#EndSARS: Despite protests, police begin SWAT training, ‘We will not allow anarchy in Nigeria’ – FG | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Despite the ongoing nationwide protests, the Inspector-General of Police (I-G), Mohammed Adamu, has declared the training of the new police tactical team, Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) will commence on Monday. Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO), Frank Mba, disclosed this in a statement on Sunday in Abuja; stating that the new team would operate within... Read More

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October 14, 2020

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IGP declares new squad “SWAT” to replace defunct SARS, Professor J.P Clark is dead | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Nigeria’s head of police, Mohammad Adamu has announced that a new Special Weapons And Tactics (SWAT) squad would be “filling the gaps” left by the notorious police unit Federal Special Anti-robbery squad (FSARS). A statement by the Force spokesman, DCP Frank Mba, in Abuja on Tuesday, disclosed that the personnel from police commands in the... Read More

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October 13, 2020

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Rivers gov, Wike, prohibits all proposed protests under #EndSARS, Lagos govt approves full reopening of primary, secondary schools | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Rivers State governor, Nyesom Wike, has prohibited all protests relating to #EndSARS in the state; warning parents to ensure that their children do not violate the law. The development was announced in a statement, published on Wike’s social media platforms on Monday. “The Rivers State Government hereby wish to inform the general public that all... Read More

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Burna boy, Mrs Folasade Adefisayo, NCDC, Nyesom Wike, Vandefan Tersugh

October 12, 2020

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#EndSARS: Ganduje suspends aide for criticising Buhari, Akeredolu emerges victorious in Ondo governorship election | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Kano State Governor, Abdullahi Ganduje, has suspended his Special Adviser on Media, Salihu Yakasai, for criticising President Muhammadu Buhari over his response to the ongoing protests against the Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) in Nigeria. Yakasai, who tweeted through his handle, @dawisu, said the President has no empathy for Nigerians by his inaction. “Over and over... Read More

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Abdullahi Ganduje, Catriona Laing, Drake, NCDC, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu

October 8, 2020

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FEC approves $3bn for Port Harcourt-Maiduguri rail line, Zamfara to supply CBN gold for N5bn | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved $3billion for the reconstruction and rehabilitation of the Port Harcourt-Maiduguri narrow gauge rail line. Transportation Minister, Rotimi Amaechi, revealed this to State House correspondents after the council’s weekly meeting on Wednesday. The Minister said the rail line will have new branches — from Port Harcourt to Bonny and... Read More

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October 7, 2020

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Wizkid clashes with Buhari’s aide over #EndSARS, Ogun appoints BBNaija’s Laycon as Youth Ambassador | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

The Ogun State government has appointed the winner of the 2020 Big Brother Naija Season 5, Olamilekan Agbelesebioba, popularly known as Laycon, as the Ogun State Youth Ambassador; gifting a sum of N5m and a three-bedroom bungalow to the BBNaija winner. Governor Dapo Abiodun disclosed this on Tuesday while playing host to Laycon in his... Read More

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October 6, 2020

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Buhari approves N10bn for national census, FG approves special salary scale for teachers | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

President Muhammadu Buhari has approved the release of N10 billion for the conduct of a national census, as well as an additional N4.5 billion to be included in the 2021 Budget for completion of the exercise. The development was communicated by the Acting Chairman of the National Population Commission (NPC), Eyitayo Oyetunji, during a press conference... Read More

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October 5, 2020

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FG increases number of passengers per flight for international carriers | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

The Federal Government has approved the increase of passengers per flight for international airlines from 116 passengers to 200 with a total of 25, 200 seats per week for both Lagos and Abuja airports. The development was communicated in a statement by the Director-General of the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), Capt. Musa Nuhu, on... Read More

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September 30, 2020

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Reps withdraw Water Resources Bill following public backlash, Nigerians to pay N5 per channel on TSTV | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Nigeria’s House of Representatives has withdrawn the National Water Resources Bill (2020) it had already passed, following the widespread backlash that has trailed the legislative decision, as well as its breach of House rules. Raised as Matter of Privilege, Rep. Benjamin Mzondu (PDP-Benue), cited Order 6, Rule 1(1), 2 and 3, in his argument against... Read More

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September 24, 2020

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FG approves $1.959bn for rail construction to Niger Republic, Fuel tanker crash kills 23 people in Kogi | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved close to $2 billion for the construction of a rail line from Kano to Maradi in Niger Republic. Following the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting, that held on Wednesday, the Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, announced the contract sum which he said included 7.5 per cent value added... Read More

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September 18, 2020

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FG orders schools to conduct weekly COVID-19 assessment, Buhari signs Police Bill into law | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

The Federal Government has released more guidelines expected to curb the spread of COVID-19 as more states fully reopen schools on Monday. In a Punch report, it was revealed that the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control, on Thursday, stated that schools had been directed to conduct COVID-19 risk assessment every week, while local governments and... Read More

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September 17, 2020

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Nigeria to celebrate 60th Anniversary for a year, FG to create new Anti-corruption agency | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

The Federal Government on Wednesday, said Nigeria’s 60th anniversary would be a low-key celebration in view of the prevailing COVID-19 pandemic, but will be observed from September 2020 to September 30th, 2021. Chairman of the Inter-Ministerial Committee on the celebration, Boss Mustapha, who disclosed this in Abuja, during the Federal Executive Council meeting, noted that the... Read More

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September 16, 2020

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Reddington Zaine Laboratory offers free treatment package for Lagos air travellers

As International flights resume in Nigeria, Reddington Zaine Laboratory has announced plans to offer free treatment for air travellers who will be having their PCR testing upon arrival in Lagos, the nation’s commercial hub. The promotional treatment package which is only applicable in the event of a positive COVID-19 test includes; free doctor’s consultation, free... Read More

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September 15, 2020

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Kainji Dam’s bank collapses, US imposes visa ban on ‘election riggers’ in Nigeria | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Part of the embankment for the Kainji Dam in New Bussa town, Borgu Local Government area of Niger has collapsed, causing it to be shut down for repairs. Communicated in a statement released on Sunday, September 13 by the Hydro-power station management, Mainstream Energy Solution Limited, the collapse of the embankment of the dam followed... Read More

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September 11, 2020

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5,141 Smart card readers perish in Ondo INEC fire, Kaduna Assembly approves castration as punishment for rapists | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

The Kaduna House of Assembly has approved castration as punishment for those convicted of rape, following the amendment of the Kaduna State Penal Code Law (2017), by the lawmakers. This development was announced via the assembly’s Twitter handle on Thursday; highlighting that the bill was passed into law on Wednesday. “The Bill Recommend total Castration... Read More

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Peter Obi meets Lagos woman attacked by hoodlums during presidential election; INEC seeks to modify order granting Obi and Atiku access to election materials | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Buhari inaugurates Lekki deep seaport, Imota rice mill in Lagos; NCDC confirms 123 Diphtheria cases, 38 death | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

NCDC places Nigerians on alert over Diphtheria

Cases of COVID may spike throughout the holiday season, NCDC warns

President Buhari to receive update on negotiations with striking University workers on Wednesday; Ogun state workers declare strike over unpaid benefits | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Sanwo-Olu budgets N500m for PLWDs, to appoint SSA on Disability Affairs | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

COVID-19: The latest signs are worrisome and here’s all you should know

Northern governors call for censorship of social media, NECO announces commencement date for exams | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

#EndSARS: Despite protests, police begin SWAT training, ‘We will not allow anarchy in Nigeria’ – FG | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

IGP declares new squad “SWAT” to replace defunct SARS, Professor J.P Clark is dead | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Rivers gov, Wike, prohibits all proposed protests under #EndSARS, Lagos govt approves full reopening of primary, secondary schools | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

#EndSARS: Ganduje suspends aide for criticising Buhari, Akeredolu emerges victorious in Ondo governorship election | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

FEC approves $3bn for Port Harcourt-Maiduguri rail line, Zamfara to supply CBN gold for N5bn | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Wizkid clashes with Buhari’s aide over #EndSARS, Ogun appoints BBNaija’s Laycon as Youth Ambassador | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Buhari approves N10bn for national census, FG approves special salary scale for teachers | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

FG increases number of passengers per flight for international carriers | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Nigeria Immigration introduces new visa fees, Ikeja Electric suspends increased electricity tariff | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Reps withdraw Water Resources Bill following public backlash, Nigerians to pay N5 per channel on TSTV | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

FG approves $1.959bn for rail construction to Niger Republic, Fuel tanker crash kills 23 people in Kogi | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

FG orders schools to conduct weekly COVID-19 assessment, Buhari signs Police Bill into law | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Nigeria to celebrate 60th Anniversary for a year, FG to create new Anti-corruption agency | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Reddington Zaine Laboratory offers free treatment package for Lagos air travellers

Kainji Dam’s bank collapses, US imposes visa ban on ‘election riggers’ in Nigeria | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

5,141 Smart card readers perish in Ondo INEC fire, Kaduna Assembly approves castration as punishment for rapists | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

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