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Bauchi Government Clears ₦5.2bn Gratuity Backlog, Begins 2015 Retirees’ Payments
The Bauchi State government has disbursed ₦5.2 billion in gratuities to state and local government retirees who left service between 2012 and 2014, with payments for workers who retired in 2015 scheduled to begin on Monday.
Lagos Police Chief Issues Stern Warning Against Brutality, Extortion
Lagos Commissioner of Police Fatai Tijani has warned officers against brutality, extortion, unlawful arrests and detention, threatening disciplinary action against personnel who violate human rights and professional standards.
NPA Announces 15 Ships Carrying Petroleum Products, Essential Goods for Lagos Ports
The Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) says 15 ships carrying petroleum products, food items and other goods are expected at Apapa and Tin Can Island ports in Lagos between Friday and Wednesday, as 16 vessels currently discharge cargoes.
Lagos Meat Prices Hit Alarming ₦10,000 Per Kg As Butchers Blame Forex, Transport Costs
Meat prices in Lagos have surged to between ₦9,000 and ₦10,000 per kilogramme, up from ₦7,000–₦7,500 four months ago. The Lagos State Butchers Association blames foreign exchange fluctuations, rising diesel prices and cattle transportation losses, urging the Federal Government to introduce dedicated cargo rail services.
Ebola: FG Issues Strong Assurance As Nigeria Activates Containment Measures
The Federal Government has assured Nigerians of its capacity to contain Ebola following confirmation of an imported case in Abuja. The Presidential Task Force says surveillance, contact tracing and isolation measures are being strengthened in collaboration with the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control, WHO and Africa CDC.
