We will reopen schools only when it is safe to do so, Northern Education Commissioners say Train derailed, passengers stranded in northern Thailand 47m women likely to be deprived of reproductive rights as a result of Coronavirus -UNFPA Anambra State Fire Service more effective, efficient, says MD LAHA suspends legislative activities till July 20 4 security force members wounded in Taliban attacks in Afghanistan’s Kabul Water level of Africa’s largest lake starts falling towards normal 2020 revised budget realistic assumption -Prof. Uwaleke Scores arrested in Belgrade after protesters storm Serbian parliament NGO train 170 journalists on conflict reporting, development in Niger Delta EU-UN Spotlight Initiative, UNFPA empower 40 victims of GBV in Abakaliki Abuja property owner dismisses allegation against VP’s daughter Final poll shows stalemate in Poland’s run-off presidential election Daramola says, “Beware of fraudsters” NAF recruitment is free Libya, UN discuss need for political solution to Libyan crisis Egypt rejects Ethiopia’s proposal to postpone discussions on filling, operating Nile dam Trump commutes ex-aide Roger Stone prison sentence, claiming ‘hoax’ Nigeria announces 575 new cases of Coronavirus, total hits 31,323 Northern Governors condole with Bishop Kukah over mother’s passing OPEC to bring peace, prosperity for Pakistan’s Balochistan province – political representatives Amaechi celebrates old Rivers’ governor, Ada-George at 80 Kamarulzaman becomes IAS substantive President Edo 2020: Obaseki, Ize-Iyamu in mudslinging campaign – NAN Gov. Sule approves establishment of mobile court to handle rape cases Buhari condoles with Bishop Kukah over mother’s death Turkey turns Hagia Sophia museum into mosque after eight decades NiMet predicts rainy, thundery weather Saturday to Monday FG, states debt portfolio hits N28.63trn – NBS Abia Assembly committee unhappy with state of Ohafia General Hospital Revenue Generation: Operators urge governors to develop tourism potential Edo 2020: Group promises to mobilise women for Obaseki’s reelection NSCDC parades 17 suspects over criminal activities in Nasarawa POCACOV unveils 3 ambassadors to mentor youths against cultism, other vices We’ll make Kogi safe from crime, criminality, Govt. assures citizens Harnessing youth workforce could speed economic recovery post-Coronavirus — AfDB Coronavirus: Edo Govt calls for caution as cases rise to 1,562 with 57 deaths Coronavirus: FG donates grains to 64,613 households in Edo Miss Nigeria International promises to make Nigeria proud NEMA commences distribution of farm inputs to Edo farmers Coronavirus: Kwara health workers demand hazard allowance LASG seeks residents’ cooperation in rebuilding Otto-Wolfe/Mba-Cardoso Road Kwara Deputy Governor tests negative for Coronavirus Cultism: Police investigates hospital over false analysis 17 ships discharges petrol, other items at Lagos port – NPA FG projects N11.86trn expenditure for 2021 9 die, 29 missing in Nepal landslides Johnson says England may need stricter face mask rules Ekiti health insurance scheme takes off, targets 10,000 pregnant women, children Seplat Petroleum appoints new Chief Financial Officer, Executive Director Russian LGBT activist fined for ‘gay propaganda’ Ondo 2020: APC disqualifies 1, clears 11 gov aspirants UNDP official advocates more women in governance Protest rocks Mali after rejection of President Keita’s concessions Group demands investigation into N3.14bn NDDC’s Coronavirus palliatives Police AIG reiterates commitment to tackle kidnappers, other crimes in Ondo State Visa: NIS refuses departure of 58 Nigerian Medical Doctors South Korea’s ex-President Park sentence reduced to 22 years Mobile Court sentences 5 traders to community service in Benin Lafia Infectious Diseases Control Centre ready for use –Gov. Sule FG clarifies tax on house rents, C of O, others Coronavirus: Bayelsa grants tax reliefs to individuals, businesses Kyari tasks new PPMC board on energy sufficiency NDDC:Akpabio urges NASS to check abuses in budget processing EU, WHO support accreditation of Maiduguri College of Nursing, Midwifery Ondo 2020: No division in Ondo APC — Spokesman Ex-wife or friend defecated in their bed in ‘fitting end’ to marriage, Depp tells court Coronavirus: FG evacuates 270 Nigerians from Egypt FG begins move for independence of audit institution Ondo 2020: 11 APC gov aspirants reject indirect primary New WHO Country representative assumes office in Nigeria KASUPDA vows to restore Kaduna master plan Coronavirus: NASFAT distributes food items to Muslim women in Lagos Plateau Assembly member says extension of LG management committees illegal Combating security threats: African countries have to work together at all levels – President Buhari Russian Orthodox Church criticises Turkey’s decision on Hagia Sophia Ondo State 2020: Group to mobilise support for Gov. Akeredolu’s re-election Gombe police prosecute 44 over alleged rape, unnatural offences Niger Govt. earmarks N403m for road rehabilitation in Minna Stock market gains N15bn on MTNN price rally EKEDC warns against tampering with meters Launching of Bitcoin ATM machine in Nigeria, ‘ll curb money laundering Obaseki’s agric. reforms attract N29bn investment in oil palm, rubber – aide IPPIS distorts, devalues lecturers salaries — ASUU NEXIM bank does not fund political activities — management Covid-19: FCT Minister tasks health professionals on synergy With one year to go, experts warn of high-risk Tokyo Olympics amid pandemic American Airlines threatens to cancel some Boeing 737 MAX orders: WSJ Poland’s presidential campaign comes to an end ahead of Sunday vote NDE/World Bank trains 1000 youths in Gombe Magu’s suspension shows Buhari’s commitment to fight against corruption – lawyers Coronavirus: FRSC educates fleet operators, unions on safety protocols France estimates that 6.7% of population had coronavirus Federal Fire Service inaugurates two fire trucks in Anambra Teacher docked for allegedly raping 14-yr-old student Association, SeedCo train farmers on hybrid maize production in Kaduna NFF formally ends Nigerian football season, sets new season’s tentative kick-off date 2 face trial over alleged N924, 000 rice theft Union Bank to provide potable water to 6 geo-political zones in Nigeria Establish more mental healthcare facilities in Nigeria, Expert urges Govts Hong Kong police raid office of election organiser before primaries Police shoot dead 32-year-old man in Ibadan NEMA warns of flood in 102 LGAs Swedish court acquits ex-Swedish China envoy over dissident talks FG secures release of Arowolo stranded in Lebanon ASUU constructs twin-lecture hall, donates it to UNIJOS Coronavirus: BNHA suspends plenary indefinitely for members to undergo tests FC Barcelona or Napoli await Bayern Munich if no upset against Chelsea Reps C’ttee asks FG to reverse decision on 2020 WASSCE Man jailed 15 years for shooting dead parents, 4 family members Man jailed for 15 years for shooting dead 6 close family members 2020 revised budget: Buhari challenges MDAs on capital project delivery Flood: NEMA alerts 102 LGAs, 28 states Police nab 4 over alleged attempt to sell Dangote truck, 754 cement bags Police arrest personnel over alleged motorcyclist killing Europa League quarter-finals and semi-finals draw Nigerian Legion mourns late Kwara CoS Frenchman charged over hundreds of child sex offences in Indonesia Offa Robbery: Defence counsel urges autopsy of principal suspect Nepal blocks Indian news channels over alleged misinformation Court adjourns suit challenging Akindele, others’ conviction Liverpool skipper Henderson ruled out for season —- Klopp Netherlands sues Russia over Flight MH17 downing over eastern Ukraine Coronavirus: President Resident Doctors in Nasarawa test positive Teenager docked over alleged sexual molestation of 6-year-old girl EU Commission finds trust in independence of judiciaries falling Coronavirus: Coalition tasks FG on healthcare packages for older persons Shop assistant docked over alleged N2m thrft throne phone cloning Kano Govt. concessions 1,000 hectres of lands for fodder production Ekiti Cargo Airport to be ready in 18 months — official WHO advance team on way to China to set up probe into virus origin RECAN condemns attack on FMC Lokoja, calls for safety of health workers SDP inaugurates Caretaker Committee for Ondo BON urges members to settle outstanding debts to NBC Ondo 2020: Akeredolu deserves re-election – LG boss Home venues to host Champions League, Europa’s last 16 second leg matches Buhari approves immediate suspension of Magu Tree Planting Day: LASG to plant coconut seedlings, fruit crops Woman in court for allegedly assaulting LAWMA staff Man, 30, remanded over alleged armed robbery, rape in Ekiti Restore military checkpoints on Okene-Lokoja-Abuja road – NUJ German scientists say coronavirus also infects the heart UEFA Champions League quarter-finals and semi-finals draw Coronavirus: UCH receives N5m grant from Oyo State Govt. – official FRSC enlightens NURTW on Coronavirus safety protocol in Kwara Coronavirus: Agricultural economist laments astronomical rise in prices of food items Buhari’s speech at signing into law of revised 2020 budget COVID19: Jos fish grillers lament low patronage Actionaid trains women to strengthen their rights capacity Coronavirus: NB Plc donates food items to NUJ in Oyo State, seeks closer ties N1.85 m fraud: Court remands fake DSS operative pending judgment Troops neutralise bandit leaders in Zamfara, rescue kidnapped victims in Kaduna – DHQ 2 arraigned over alleged stealing of cell phone worth N47,000 Coronavirus: FRSC tasks transport stakeholders on adherence to protocols 2020 Flooding: NEMA warns against building, farming on waterways Strong winds stoke wildfires in Greece Move cargoes through barges to off docks to decongest ports – SIFAX urges Anambra Assembly directs corporation’s MD to tidy up accounts, appear before it Rice farmers decry high cost of agricultural inputs in Gombe Stakeholders commend Oyo govt over graduating classes’ resumption Pope names former ECB chief, Draghi member of Vatican academic panel Virus rules cause voting delays in Singapore elections Court sentences internet fraudster to 6 months imprisonment after plea bargain Vehicles: FRSC to enforce against driving without number plates FRSC arrests 54 motorists for violating Coronavirus safety measures in A’Ibom Agwara LG in Niger appeals for aid as rainstorm destroy over 20 rooftops Buhari signs N10.8trn revised 2020 budget, directs release of 50% fund for capital expenditure Court remands man for allegedly raping, impregnating 19-year-old physically challenged girl Police investigate alleged murder of 4-year-old boy by own father Develop Coronavirus policies, experts urge business owners EFCC arraigns 10 over alleged unlawful deal in 100 metric tonnes of fuel ICPC tracks N3bn worth projects in 2 Kebbi senatorial districts NDLEA drags man to court over 750g Hemp peddling Kaduna State Govt unveils 30-bed capacity Coronavirus isolation centre in Jema’a LG Covid-19: Dana Air introduces WhatsApp booking Death of Imo Grasshoppers Coach Ndudi big loss to HFN family-Ocheho Communities in Bayelsa inaugurate N141.65m projects Kaduna State Govt. audits private health establishments Coronavirus: Lagos Govt advises residents to take responsibility Tokyo confirms another daily record of over 240 Coronavirus cases MAN welcomes CBN’s unification of exchange rates Centre lauds Jema’a LG chair on peace, security efforts 19 potential Coronavirus vaccines currently in clinical trials – WHO WHO calls for equitable access to future Coronavirus vaccines in Africa United States pilot safe after aircraft crashes in Afghanistan Coronavirus: Nasarawa cabinet members go on self-isolation Japan, NASA agree to cooperate on ISS and moon missions Gov. Bagudu tasks security on fishing out killers of district head in Kebbi Coronavirus kills Lagos lawmaker, Tunde Braimoh Oil falls, heads for weekly decline as virus cases hit record Ugwuanyi inaugurates state Community Policing Advisory Committee Explainer: Dollar peg is critical to Hong Kong amid United States threats, China worries NAFDAC urges manufacturers in Borno to embrace re-registration Rains: Enugu Govt suspends fixing of potholes ‘Glee’ star Naya Rivera presumed drowned as search continues for body Masks mandatory at Mickey’s when Disneyland Paris reopens No foothold for criminal gangs in Kwara, says Gov. AbdulRazaq Lack of insurance threatens supply of Hollywood films, TV shows in 2021 German ministers decline invitation to G7 meeting in Washington – Report Fauci urges hard-hit United States states to pause reopening Rwandan police arrest 4 escapees who tested positive for Coronavirus S. Africa completes 2m Coronavirus tests with record daily surge in cases Egypt sees marked decline in daily Coronavirus infections, fatalities Sudan announces cabinet reshuffle in response to demand for reforms S. Korean police confirm death of missing Seoul mayor, Park Won-chun Voting opens in Singapore’s pandemic-shrouded elections Close ally of Venezuela’s Maduro tests positive for Coronavirus Presidential hopefuls in Poland make final push ahead of Sunday vote ICPC verifies intervention projects in Ebonyi attracted by Sen. Sam Egwu Coronavirus: Nigeria records 499 new cases, caseload rises to 30,748 Again, Lagos warns property developers over building code violations NIPC staff protests over alleged mismanagement, poor working conditions, welfare Nasarawa: Union urges Gov. Sule to constitute mgt. team for COE ICSAN wants govt to leverage technology to reduce corruption Buhari signs revised 2020 budget Friday – Presidential aide Rural roads: World Bank, French Devt Agency rate Niger best in Nigeria Community policing: ActionAid, others want explicit legal framework Stakeholders, psychologist say criminalisation of seafarers has psychological implications Stakeholders, psychologist say criminalisation of seafarers has psychological implications – Stakeholders, Psychologist Reabsorb disengaged N-Power teachers, NUT urges Gov. Abiodun FRSC confirms 10 dead, 3 injured in auto crash in Bayelsa NSCDC arrests 2 for alleged child abuse in Abia Coronavirus: Hand washing cheapest way of fighting diseases — C’ Rivers Health Commissioner WHO announces independent evaluation of global Coronavirus response Again, Adamawa Govt imposes curfew on Lamurde, Guyuk LGAs Coronavirus will not hinder our desire to build stronger Delta — Commissioner Osun varsity to complete N13bn teaching hospital in 2021, says VC Governors to meet Osinbajo on Economic Sustainability Plan implementation Again, gunmen kill naval officer, woman in Kogi Oyo APC must restructure internal policy for future successes – Chieftain EKSG set to borrow N3bn to offset UBEC Counterpart Funding AU advises FG on peace building, security Kwara LG Sports Coordinators urge Sports Director to revive school sports Again, Canada-Abuja evacuation flight stalled Don’t allow people of questionable character as community policing members, IGP cautions Nigerians Rape: Runsewe commends El-Rufai, Fayemi’s efforts Abia APGA undergoing repositioning ahead of 2023, says factional Chairman Senate to collaborate with executive in addressing nations security challenges – Wamakko Coronavirus: Lagos Assembly seeks accreditation of more private hospitals Expert launches “Wonders of Africa Project” to promote intra Africa tourism Ondo Guber: 17 parties notify INEC of primaries Plateau Assembly renews tenure of management committees in local Orphanage seeks dehumanising punishment for rapist NSCDC inaugurates new Head Office in Kaduna YouTube not obliged to inform on film pirates, Europe’s top court says Coronavirus: WHO calls for evidence on airborne transmission 5G can enable $12trn economic activities globally by 2035 — Expert Group seeks justice for victims of sexual, gender based violence Impending flood: LASG urges residents in 4 LGA to relocate WAHO tasks govts on mitigation of impact of Coronavirus on vulnerable populations Pantami inaugurates committee to increase country’s broadband penetration by 2025
