Nigeria News
Nigerian Newspapers: 10 things to know this Tuesday Morning, September 5
Good morning! Here is today’s summary from Nigerian Newspapers:
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The House of Representatives’ ad hoc committee has summoned the Minister of Water Resources, Joseph Utsev, regarding the sale of an asset under his ministry.
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The committee, led by Julius Ihonvbere, aims to investigate the alleged illegal disposal of government assets between 2010 and 2022 and the non-remittance of revenue to the consolidated revenue fund.
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The Lagos State House of Assembly is set to screen 18 commissioner-nominees sent by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu.
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Speaker Mudashiru Obasa has instructed the screening committee, led by Fatai Mojeed, to provide a comprehensive report by Thursday.
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The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has introduced a “Bring Your Own Device” initiative for UTME candidates, allowing them to use personal phones and tablets during exams.
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JAMB highlighted the significant cost of equipping computer-based test centers, particularly in states like Kaduna.
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Flooding has affected students and staff at Joseph Sarwuan Tarka University Makurdi in Benue State following alerts from the National Emergency Management Agency.
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Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo denies authorizing a $6 billion contract for the Mambilla Hydropower Project in 2003 and questions the contract’s legitimacy.
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Apostle John Okoriko of Solid Rock Kingdom Church in Akwa Ibom state assures Nigerians that no evil shall befall them during the Ember months of 2023.
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The Rivers State Government has closed down Africa Independent Television (AIT) and Raypower FM in Port Harcourt, citing reasons not disclosed in the statement.