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Women affairs ministry harps on sustainable empowerment for Garki Chiefdom Council
Further to its resolve to push development down to the rural areas across the country, the Federal Ministry of Women Affairs has reassured the Garki Chiefdom Council of its desire to enhance the lives of women and children in the community through sustainable empowerment initiatives and schemes. The Honourable Minister of Women Affairs, Barrister Uju Kennedy-Ohanenye gave the assurance today…
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Tinubu poised to end reign of terror in South East – Shettima
ays criminals terrorising region don’t represent Ndi-Igbo, Nigeria’s interest *President, VP bag traditional titles in Abia Vice President Kashim Shettima on Friday hinted at President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s firm resolve to end the reign of terror in the South East region by those he described as self-serving criminals and certain persons taking advantage of the security situation to foster their…
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Oyo, Ogun courts jail 37 internet fraudsters
The Ibadan Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has secured the conviction and sentencing of thirty-seven (37) internet fraudsters before Justices Ladiran Akintola, O.A. Olajide, J.O. Adeyemi, Bayo Taiwo and M.O. Ishola of the Oyo State High Court, Ibadan; Justice Uche Agomoh of the Federal High Court sitting in Ibadan, Oyo State and Justices A.A. Babawale, A.A.…
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LASG unveils Davido, Olamide, Kizz Daniel, Teni, others for #GreaterLagosFiesta
As the highly anticipated Lagos countdown 2023, #GreaterLagosFiesta begins today, Friday, 29th December, 2023, the Lagos State Government has announced that no fewer than 10 musical artists with international exposure will thrill fun lovers at the musical and comedy events. Speaking on the Fiesta, the Commissioner for Tourism, Arts and Culture, Mrs. Toke Benson-Awoyinka said superstars like the sensational Davido,…
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Plateau killings: Ajulo urges Tinubu to take action, form special committee
Prominent lawyer and human rights advocate Dr. Olukayode Ajulo (SAN) has issued a passionate plea to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, calling for decisive action to address the ongoing violence in Bokkos and Barkin-Ladi Local Government Areas of Plateau State. In an open letter released today Ajulo, expressed his deep concern for the communities grappling with a wave of “incessant killings, heinous and brutal attacks.” Ajulo, a recipient…
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Aiyedatiwa visits Tinubu in Lagos
Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa on Thursday, visited President Bola Tinubu at his Ikoyi residence in Lagos. Tinubu during the visit, urged Aiyedatiwa to take charge and mobilise the people to move the Sunshine State. Aiyedatiwa, who spoke with reporters after the visit, said he used the opportunity to update him on recent developments in his state. Asked what President…
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How Nigeria added territory without war, litigation, and the unsung heroes, By Garba Shehu
With the important announcement of the accession of United Nations to the nation’s request for the extension of the country’s Continnental Shelf a few days ago, no one should be in doubt any longer about the rising capacities of Nigeria in the emerging geopolitical equation, globally. Adnan Rashid Nasser Al-Azri, chairman of the United Nations Commission on the Limits of…
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Aiyedatiwa visits Akeredolu’s family in Ibadan
Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, on Thursday led members of the State Executive Council on a condolence visit to the residence of the late Governor of the state, Rotimi Akeredolu in Ibadan. Aiyedatiwa during the visit, said the name of the late Akeredolu will never be forgotten because his legacies and impacts can be seen and felt across the State…
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Shettima commissions Masaka-Luvu Road, promises commitment to rural development
Vice President Kashim Shettima on Thursday officially opened the 5km Masaka-Luvu Road, saying the project aligns with the federal government’s Renewed Hope agenda for nationwide development. Speaking while commissioning the road, VP Shettima applauded Nasarawa State Governor, Engr. Abdullahi Sule, for his commitment to infrastructure development, even as he praised the state government’s collaboration with the federal government on key…
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Tinubu hosts Oshoala, salutes excellence of Nigerian women
President Bola Tinubu and the First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, hosted Asisat Oshoala, Super Falcons striker and 2023 CAF Women’s Player of the Year, in Lagos, on Thursday. President Tinubu and the First Lady had congratulated the Barcelona Femeni star on winning the best African female footballer of the year for the sixth time. The President and the First Lady…
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