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The Executive Governor of Ebonyi State His Excellency, Gov. Francis Nwifuru has celebrated his two-year anniversary in office by highlighting significant achievements across infrastructure, education, health, agriculture, security, and human empowerment. For the past few months, Governor Francis has been the cynosure of all eyes  who stole the show among  the best performing Governors in the south  East if not in Nigeria entirely. The Ebonyi State law graduate who also served as the Speaker Ebonyi State House of Assembly started his administration with massive developmental projects featuring both in manpower developments, youth empowerments, workers' welfare, massive infrastructure, educational and healthcare facilities provision. Below are the highlights of few of the many projects awarded by Governor Francis within His second year in office; within many already completed and some nearing completion. Infrastructure Development VANCO Tunnel & Flyovers: First in the...

In a bold move to strengthen Nigeria’s healthcare system, the Federal Government has commissioned 16 vital infrastructure projects at the Federal Neuropsychiatric Hospital, Kware, located in Sokoto State. This landmark event is part of a broader nationwide strategy under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda to upgrade tertiary health institutions and improve access to quality care. photo credit: Federal ministry of Information The commissioning ceremony, which took place on Wednesday, was led by the Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Iziaq Adekunle Salako. Speaking at the event, Dr. Salako emphasized that the initiative represents a major step forward in addressing mental health needs and improving general healthcare delivery, particularly in Northern Nigeria.      “This commissioning is a clear demonstration of the Tinubu administration’s commitment to making federal health institutions more effective, accessible, and people-centred,” he sa...

Saltcity News | Vatican City; May 9, 2025 In a landmark moment for the Catholic Church, Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost from the United States has been elected as the 267th Pope , adopting the name Pope Leo XIV . This unprecedented election follows the passing of Pope Francis , which ushered the Vatican into a period of sede vacante  a Latin term meaning "the seat being vacant." Pope Leo XIV A New Era Begins on May 8, 2025 The papal conclave began on May 7, 2025 , drawing cardinals from around the globe to the Sistine Chapel in Vatican City. Just a day later, on Thursday, May 8 , white smoke billowed from the chapel’s chimney, signaling the election of a new spiritual leader. Moments later, the world met Pope Leo XIV , the first-ever American Pope in the Church’s over 2,000-year history. This historic moment has drawn widespread attention, both for its global implications and the unique profile of the newly elected pontiff. Who Is Pope Leo XIV? Pope Leo XIV , born Robert Fr...

The Ebonyi State Pipe Production Factory has commenced full Operation, Governor's Aid declares. The Ebonyi State Pipe Production Factory was built by the Governor Martin Nwancho Elechi's administration. The pipe production factory has over the years laid moribund without any attention. Recently, the Governor, His Excellency Gov. Francis Nwifuru declared his interest to revitalize the factory and bring it back to full production operation. The repair commenced last year as reported by various media, following a media tour to mark the Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ) week in the state. According to s post made by Mr. Nwankwo Boniface, a special Assistant to Ebonyi State Government on documentation, the Governor's aid declared that the factory has commenced full production operation and hence, implored the general Public to order their pipes from the state owned factory. Here is the full text: "Are you aware that the Ebonyi State Pip...

The management of Anglia Ruskin University has confirmed the arrival of the sponsored students from Ebonyi, State Nigeria. In a post made on the university's Facebook page, it was stated that the students have arrived the university and they have been able to meet with the faculty members including their head of school.  The post reads:  "Today we were delighted to welcome our sponsored students from Ebonyi, Nigeria to our Cambridge campus. During the welcome event students had the opportunity to meet key faculty members including their Head of School, Student Outcomes Tutor and Director of the International Office, Simon Wood.   We look forward to seeing the success of our sponsored students over the coming trimester!" Remember that it was announced earlier last week that Ebonyi State Government had taken a bold step in bridging the technological gap between Nigerian Universities and her foreign counterparts. This led to his decisions to spon...

Fountain University, located at the heart of Osogbo, Osun State capital, is a private institution approved by Nigerian University Commission in the year 2007 About the Job. The university is currently seeking to hire a service of an experienced external financial auditor. This is in accordance to constitutional provisions which requires that the financial accounts of the university be audited by an external auditor appointed by the University Council. Application is hereby requested from qualified audit firms with a proven track records in university finance audits. Mode of application Submit (10) copies of photo typed application. Addressed to the registrar, Fountain University, Osogbo. Requirements.   Corporate profile of principal partners and key audit personnel.   Evidence of registration with the Corporate Affairs Commission. Evidence of a Practice License from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Ni geria (ICAN). Verifiable evidence of experience as an audit firm. ...

For the past few years, Nigeria have been faced with cascades of security challenges; ranging from banditry, kidnapping, unaddressed killings and terror groups. ACP OLUMUYIWA ADEJOBI As part of Nigerian police's effort in maintaining public safety, the Nigerian police operatives at the Imo State police command have achieved a great milestone following a coordinated operation aimed at dislodging the criminal elements from their hideouts on Friday, 24 Jan 25. According to a post made by Nigerian Police on her  X (Twitter) handle @PoliceNG E-signed by Force Public Relation Officer, ACP A Adejobi,  Operatives from the Command Tactical Unit following credible information, launched a coordinated operation which bursted the hideout of the terror group at Ihube, Okigwe Local Government Area of Imo State. The post reads, "The operation resulted in the neutralization of 6 members of the terrorist group, with 3 being ESN kingpins identified as Ifeanyi Anayo a.k.a. Zuma De Roc...