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Jonathan mourns Bayelsa Deputy Governor, Ewhrudjakpo

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Former President Goodluck Jonathan eulogizes the late Bayelsa Deputy Governor, Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, as a distinguished and impactful leader whose career was defined by unwavering dedication, deep governance insight, and a genuine commitment to public service. His legacy, marked by significant contributions across multiple high offices, represents a profound loss to Bayelsa State and Nigerian politics. The core takeaway is a model of leadership characterized by patriotic devotion, intellectual depth, and a consistent focus on development,

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Stakeholders push awareness to combat trafficking, migrants smuggling 

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Stakeholders are advocating for a dual human-rights and digital-awareness strategy to combat human trafficking and migrant smuggling, emphasizing the empowerment of youth through education and skills development to promote safe migration. The initiative highlights the critical dangers of irregular migration routes and stresses the need for economic investment and self-employment opportunities to address root causes. This approach, championed by a coalition of UN agencies and NGOs, aims to transform migration into a dignified and secure process by leveraging digital tools and addressing systemic vulnerabilities.

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Kwara tops PHC challenge for Northcentral, secures $400,000 grant

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Kwara State has achieved a three-year streak as the North Central Zone’s top performer in primary healthcare, earning a $400,000 grant for infrastructure and services. This national recognition validates a sustained strategy of increased funding, systemic reforms, and local coordination. The award underscores that consistent, visionary leadership and deliberate policy investments are fundamental to building a resilient, community-centered health system. Ultimately, Kwara’s model demonstrates that prioritizing primary healthcare as a core governance objective delivers measurable, replicable results.

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Stakeholders urge media support against maternal malnutrition

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Addressing Nigeria’s alarmingly high maternal mortality and malnutrition rates requires a multi-faceted strategy that prioritizes media as a critical partner for change. Experts reveal that the crisis is fueled by deep-seated issues including systemic gender inequities in household nutrition, economic insecurity, and cultural barriers, creating an intergenerational cycle of poor health. A pivotal, yet overlooked, solution is engaging men and leveraging traditional media with targeted, local-language messaging to shift cultural norms and ensure credible information reaches communities. Ultimately, national

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Idris felicitates Zuma FM on 20th anniversary

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Minister Idris highlights Zuma FM’s 20-year legacy as a transformative force in Nigerian media, crediting its success to a unique focus on rural development and agricultural communication. The station’s model demonstrates that private broadcasting’s highest value lies in amplifying community voices and directly supporting livelihoods. This endorsement frames Zuma FM as a national benchmark for using information access as a tool for tangible social impact and unity.

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Yuletide: NEMA pledges swift, effective response to emergencies

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NEMA has declared full operational readiness for the festive season, a period identified as a high-risk window for accidents and emergencies due to heightened travel. The agency emphasizes that its nationwide preparedness, reinforced by inter-agency collaboration with security and safety stakeholders, is critical for rapid response. Beyond logistics, NEMA uniquely highlights the direct link between the physical and mental fitness of its personnel and effective emergency management. This public exercise serves as both an operational drill and a call for citizen vigilance, urging public safety consciousness to

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Ogun building top quality roads – Abiodun’s aide 

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The Ogun State administration asserts it is executing an unprecedented, high-quality road construction program, having already built over 1,500 km of durable roads by prioritizing both state and long-neglected federal corridors. Its unique strategy involves direct community engagement, allowing local stakeholders to identify priority projects, ensuring development aligns with public need. A key achievement is reviving the stalled Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway, with completion expected next year, overcoming previous bureaucratic hurdles. This comprehensive approach claims to deliver a sustainable infrastructure

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Osisioma Junction Flyover did not collapse – Abia Govt

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The Abia State Government has officially debunked viral AI-generated reports of a fatal flyover collapse as a malicious fabrication intended to incite public fear and discredit the administration. While the structure remains intact, an on-site inspection reveals recurring potholes at a previously repaired section, indicating a potential underlying maintenance or construction quality issue. This incident highlights a dual threat: the escalating use of AI for generating politically-motivated disinformation, alongside persistent infrastructure durability concerns that demand proactive governance. The government’s

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God called Ewhrudjakpo when ovation was loudest — Diri

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Governor Diri eulogizes his late deputy, Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, as a uniquely loyal partner and friend whose sudden death is a profound loss. He highlights their exceptional, non-hierarchical working relationship and Ewhrudjakpo’s significant impact as a resourceful, multi-faceted public servant. In response, the government has committed to supporting the family through educational sponsorships and a state burial. The loss underscores the critical, yet fragile, value of deeply trusted and effective

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