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May 6, 2024 Governor Sim Fubara Denies Political Crisis in Rivers State

Governor Sim Fubara Denies Political Crisis in Rivers State

 Governor SIMINALAYI FUBARA  of Rivers State has dismissed any notion of political crisis in the oil-rich state, saying his administration has provided focused leadership and governance to the people.

 

FUBARA, who received members of the House of Representatives Committee on Public Petitions at Government House in Port Harcourt, said his goal for the Rivers people was delivering good governance.

 

The governor explained how the pressure from the unwarranted political crisis served as an enabler to strengthen his commitment to service that is now impacting lives positively.

 

Rivers State has been embroiled in crisis after a strained relationship between Governor FUBARA and his erstwhile political godfather and former governor of the state, NYESOM WIKE.

May 6, 2024 National Assembly to Probe Airlines in Nigeria Over Safety Concerns

National Assembly to Probe Airlines in Nigeria Over Safety Concerns

the Joint Committee of the Senate and the House of Representatives on Aviation has announced plans to probe the Safety Investigations Bureau and airlines operating in Nigeria over alleged sharp practices.

 

The Chairman House Committee on Aviation Technology, ABIODUN AKINLADE disclosed on Sunday, saying the committee would ensure the safety of Nigerians flying on local and international airlines.

 

He added that safety of citizens was a priority of the 10th National Assembly, hence, a summit has been proposed for all stakeholders and operators in the industry to comply with global set standards.

 

According to the lawmaker, there were loopholes in the aviation industry that needed attention, which the joint committees of the upper and lower legislative chambers would like to address in the interest of air travelers.

 

To address the current challenges in the industry, he said necessary amendments will be carried out by the legislators.

May 6, 2024 Government Set to Review Law on Suicide Attempts

Government Set to Review Law on Suicide Attempts

The Federal Government has pledged to review the law imposing sentencing for suicide attempts.

 

The Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Prince LATEEF FAGBEMI, SAN, said FG would liaise with the 36 States to reappraise the extant laws prohibiting suicide.

 

The AGF, in a statement he made available to newsmen said he gave the assurance when he received a delegation from the Asido Foundation, a non-governmental organisation – NGO.

 

The NGO promotes mental health advocacy and reforms with a view to improving awareness, reducing stigma, discrimination as well as empowering persons with mental disorders and their families.

 

He identified the provision of quality health care as a major priority area of the President BOLA TINUBU-led administration.

May 3, 2024 Akwa Ibom Schools to Resume May 6

Akwa Ibom Schools to Resume May 6

all Public and Private Primary, Secondary and Technical Schools in Akwa Ibom State will resume for Third Term 2023/2024 academic session on Monday 6th May, 2024.

 

Parents and Guardians are advised to facilitate the return of their children and wards to school on the resumption date as academic activities will immediately begin in earnest.

 

In a statement signed by the Permanent Secretary, Lady ROSE BASSEY, the Heads of schools are expected to have resumed at least 3 working days to resumption date, for a pre-resumption meeting with their staff to further prepare for the success of the term, as directed by the State Government.

 

Management of schools and teachers are hereby implored to be diligent in discharging their duties as government will not condone lateness of teachers to School or students’ loitering during school hours.

 

The Ministry of Education on behalf of the State Government, wishes all pupils, students and teachers a fruitful and successful 2023/2024 academic session.

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