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$100m Austrian Investment: Enugu residents to get water at minimum cost, Mbah assures

Posted December 15, 2024 by Freedom Square TV

… _To establish Disabilities Commission_ Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Mbah, has allayed fears of Enugu residents over possible spike in water rate following the recent signing of a $100 million investment agreement between the state government and a consortium of Austrian investors to cover the last mile and…

Ex-Kogi Governor Yahaya Bello Granted N500m Bail Over Alleged ₦80.2bn Fraud

Posted December 13, 2024 by Freedom Square TV

The Federal High Court in Abuja, on Friday, granted bail to the former Governor of Kogi State, Alhaji Yahaya Bello, with conditions totaling N500 million. The ruling, delivered by Justice Emeka Nwite, stipulated that two sureties, each with property in Abuja, must back the bail. These sureties are required to…

Enugu Govt, Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council Seal Strategic Partnership Deal

Posted December 12, 2024 by Freedom Square TV

The Enugu State Government and the Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council, CWEIC, on Thursday, signed a strategic partnership agreement that would accelerate trade and investment inflow to the state. [caption id="attachment_8374" align="alignnone" width="300"] L-R: Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Enugu State, Dr. Kingsley Udeh; Secretary to Enugu State Government, Prof.…

INEC Proposes Computer-Generated Voting Slips to Replace PVCs as Sole Voter Accreditation Method

Posted December 12, 2024 by Freedom Square TV

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is considering a shift in its voter accreditation process by recommending the use of computer-generated voting slips for individuals who do not have Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs). This proposal was highlighted by INEC Chairman, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, during a consultative meeting with Resident Electoral…

Ekiti Agro-Allied International Cargo Airport Secures NCAA Approval for Non-Scheduled Flights, Operations Begin December 15, 2024

Posted December 12, 2024 by Freedom Square TV

The Ekiti Agro-Allied International Cargo Airport (EAICA) in Ado-Ekiti has secured approval from the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) to commence non-scheduled flight operations on December 15, 2024. This milestone, confirmed in a letter dated December 11, 2024, addressed to Governor Biodun Oyebanji, marks the start of operations under Visual…

SBM Intelligence Report Reveals Only Five Nigerian States Can Survive Without Federal Allocations

Posted December 12, 2024 by Freedom Square TV

A recent report by SBM Intelligence has highlighted that only five Nigerian states—Anambra, Cross River, Lagos, Ogun, and Rivers—are fiscally self-sufficient and capable of surviving without revenue allocations from the Federation Account. The analysis revealed that from January to October 2024, these states demonstrated the capacity to meet their financial…

Access Bank Expands Footprint in South Africa with Acquisition of Bidvest Bank Limited

Posted December 12, 2024 by Freedom Square TV

South African-based Bidvest Group Limited has reached an agreement to sell its entire stake in Bidvest Bank Limited to Access Bank Plc. The announcement, made by Access Holdings Plc, highlights the group’s dedication to expanding its presence in South Africa and aligning with its broader strategy of establishing a stronger…

Gov Mbah doing excellent work in Enugu – British High Commission

Posted December 12, 2024 by Freedom Square TV

The Government of the United Kingdom has commended Governor Peter Mbah’s development strides in Enugu State, saying he is doing an excellent job across various sectors. The UK Government also expressed its readiness to partner with the Government of Enugu State for the mutual benefits of both the state and…

Enugu’s smart school, a brave and strategic move – UBEC hails Gov Mbah

Posted December 11, 2024 by Freedom Square TV

… Why we’re obsessed with education – Mbah The Universal Basic Education Commission, UBEC, has commended the Enugu State Government led by Governor Peter Mbah for initiating the over 260 Smart Green Schools to cater for basic education in the state, describing it as brave and strategic in a country…

Atiku Condemns Arrest of Dele Farotimi, Labels It an Abuse of Human Rights and Impunity

Posted December 10, 2024 by Freedom Square TV

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has expressed strong disapproval over the arrest and detention of human rights lawyer Dele Farotimi, describing it as an act of impunity and a blatant violation of human rights. Atiku’s remarks coincided with International Human Rights Day, a global occasion to reaffirm the commitment to…

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