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EDITORIAL: UBE: Governors should enforce the inalienable right of pupils

View this email in your browser Headlines EDITORIAL: UBE: Governors should enforce the inalienable right of pupils Unfortunately, governors have the predilection for approbating the policy and, at the same time, engaging in governance missteps that undermine its effective implementation in their respective states. Read More EXCLUSIVE: Tinubu set to controversially appoint ex-secretary as EFCC chair The candidate being considered for the EFCC job by Mr Tinubu is a lawyer, who served as secretary of the anti-graft agency for two years during the reign of Ibrahim Magu as the acting chair of the commission. Governorship Elections: Two days to deadline, political parties yet to submit agents' lists – INEC It also warned that the deadline will not be extended beyond the earlier announced Tuesday 10 October. Terrorists kill ten, abduct several others in fresh Zamfara attack The attack occurred around 3:00 p.m. at Dogon Tsauni, while a convoy of several vehicles was moving from Magami to the state capital, Gusau. Most Recent Stories NNPCL reacts to report of awarding control of pipelines to 'cabal' NNPCL was reacting to reports alleging that its managing director, Mele Kyari, quietly awarded the control of Nigeria's pipelines to an oil "cabal" Read More CSU Documents: Tinubu's aides confusing public on alleged certificate forgery — Atiku "Some media aides to the president have come out openly to 'push back on the narrative', while some media houses, especially one, have persistently slanted their story to justify a corrupted interpretation of the facts in the disposition." Tinubu pledges 500,000 jobs at Ajaokuta Steel complex Mr Tinubu promised to fully harness the potential of the complex once it is completed, as it would boost Nigeria's foreign direct investment and provide an avenue for the creation of a business environment. Impeachment: We are open to peace talks – Ondo APC The peace move may force the state House of Assembly to at least suspend its ongoing move to impeach Deputy Governor Aiyedatiwa. Building Collapse: Investigate reinstatement of building control boss, others – HEDA tells Sanwo-Olu Following their dismissal after the building collapse incident that claimed 34 lives, the officials have been reinstated, the group said. Annual Banking Report - Measuring Banks' Resilience Videos LiberiaDecides: Weah's supporters defy rain, storm Monrovia for campaign finale Business Investment company VFD Group admitted to Nigerian Exchange Now worth over N200 billion in total assets, the company teed off operation in 2009 with N2.5 million in initial capital from a group of thirty five investors. Nigeria's capital importation fell 9% in Q2 2023 – NBS Capital importation means foreign investments in a country's economy and is made up of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), Portfolio Investment, and other investments. Editorial cartoon of the day Arts and Entertainment Warri Independence Show: Davido apologises to fans Davido fixed shows in Nigeria and Australia on the same day and only honoured one of them. K1's fleeing band members, Pere Mercy's affair, Bobrisky's dad's burial, other top entertainment stories last week PREMIUM TIMES brings to you a round-up of top entertainment stories in Nigeria you may have missed last week. Opinion A captured temple of justice, By Chidi Anselm Odinkalu …this has become the rule, not the exception. The result is that Nigeria's judiciary now suffers a terminal credibility deficit that endangers civilised dispute resolution to the point of making vigilantism highly profitable. The Council of Foreign Relations validates this causality between "public mistrust of the police and the judicial system" on the one hand and what it calls Nigeria's "epidemic of lawlessness" on the other. Sleaze on rails, By Wole Olaoye I witnessed the scam going on in the railway sector last year, on a trip between Abuja and Kaduna. To begin with, a racketeering group controlled the (especially first class) tickets. The cartel warehoused the tickets and sold the premium seats at a 300 per cent profit. It was robbery in plain sight. And the surprise of the scandalous situation was that even senior government officials and legislators patronised the touts… Promoted Enroll for the BSN World-class MBA programme and shape your future today The next batch is just around the corner and this would be your last chance to secure your seat this year and embark on a transformative journey toward achieving your professional goals. Top 5 reasons to make the PHANTOM V Flip 5G your next choice The PHANTOM V Flip is more than just a smartphone; it's a lifestyle upgrade that combines cutting-edge technology with style and convenience. Divestment of oil assets: NCDMB warns against reduction in compliance, tax revenue Wabote said the ongoing and other planned divestments are big accomplishments for Nigerian Content development. Sports EPL Roundup: Late Martinelli's goal sinks Man City as Liverpool, Newcastle drop points Second-half substitute, Gabriel Martinelli, was the match-winner, with his deflected shot the difference. Peseiro makes changes as injury knocks out two Super Eagles stars ahead of double-friendly The Super Eagles will face the Green Falcons of Saudi Arabia in Portimão, Portugal, on Friday, 13 October, before they take on the Mambas of Mozambique in the same city three days later. Fact Checker Manipulated Content: Global Times front page was doctored Claim: A circulated image of the front page story of the Global Times newspaper alleges that President Bio's aide stole a cell phone belonging to the ICC prosecutor. Viral OPay agents' protest video dates back to 2021 Claim: OPay agents protest over missing funds. Health Improved wellbeing of adolescent, young adults critical to achieving sustainable development- Health Minister He acknowledged the importance of adopting a whole-government approach to addressing the multiple and intersecting factors that impact adolescents in the country. Nigeria partners Global Fund to tackle HIV-related human rights barriers The journey towards curbing the spread of HIV is plagued by a multitude of obstacles, including gender-based discrimination and human rights infringements. Copyright © 2023 PremiumTimes, All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: newsletter@premiumtimesng.com Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list.