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Tinubu hails industrialist Adedoyin at 90, nationalist Yakasai at 100
By Kunle Sanni – President Bola Tinubu on Thursday issued two separate tributes honouring two prominent Nigerians marking milestone birthdays — renowned industrialist and philanthropist, Prince Samuel Adedoyin, who turns 90, and veteran nationalist, Alhaji Tanko Yakasai, who clocks 100. In a statement celebrating Prince Samuel Adedoyin, founder of the Doyin Group, President Tinubu described him as a “national icon”…
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The square peg in the square hole, by Bolaji Adebiyi
No appointment in recent memory has gained as much widespread acceptance as that of Chris Musa, the new Minister of Defence-designate, writes Bolaji Adebiyi Even the most sworn adversary of President Bola Tinubu could not resist the urge to applaud his nomination of Christopher Musa, the eloquent Army general and immediate past Chief of Defence Staff, to fill the vacant…
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Eno reaffirms commitment to Medical City in Akwa Ibom, seeks private partnership
Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to the development of the proposed Medical City, emphasising its role in strengthening healthcare delivery and driving medical tourism in the state. Governor Eno restated this commitment on Thursday while addressing Government House correspondents after inspecting ongoing preliminary works at the project site in Ikot Ada Idem, Ibiono…
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Lagos hosts economic roundtable, reaffirms commitment to inclusive, resilient growth
The Lagos State Government on Wednesday reaffirmed its commitment to building an inclusive, resilient, and sustainable economy as it hosted the third edition of the Economic Roundtable Discourse in Ikeja. The event, organised by the Economic Intelligence Department of the Ministry of Economic Planning and Budget, brought together senior government officials, private sector leaders, academics, and development partners. Commissioner for…
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Oil, defence and geopolitics: Why Putin is visiting Modi in Delhi
Russian President Vladimir Putin has arrived for a two-day visit to India, where he was embraced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi ahead of an annual summit held by both countries. Delhi and Moscow are expected to sign a number of deals during the visit, which comes months after the US increased pressure on India to stop buying Russian oil. It…
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Nigeria, Bahamas police forces explore strategic partnership
The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, received the National Police Commissioner of the Royal Bahamas Police Force, Commissioner Shanta Emily Knowles, at the Force Headquarters in Abuja today on a courtesy visit aimed at strengthening international policing cooperation. During the visit, the two leaders held strategic discussions on enhancing collaboration in key areas of modern law enforcement, including…
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Lagos, Kaduna, Oyo lead Nigeria’s most competitive business environments in 2025
The Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council (PEBEC) has released its 2025 Subnational Ease of Doing Business (EoDB) Report and Business Facilitation Act (BFA) Performance Report, providing a detailed snapshot of how Nigerian states and federal agencies are shaping the country’s business climate. According to the Subnational EoDB Report, Lagos State tops the ranking with a score of 85.6 per cent,…
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Popular Oyo cleric calls for unity, action against terrorism in South West
By Adejayan Gbenga – Popular preacher and former chairman of the Oyo State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board, Sheikh Taofeek Akeugbagold, has called on South West residents to prepare to defend themselves amid rising insecurity in the region. Speaking with Tribune Online, Sheikh Akeugbagold stressed the need for unity among Nigerians, regardless of religion or tribe, and condemned radical interpretations of…
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Tinubu pledges stronger global partnerships as 21 new envoys present credentials
By Kunle Sanni – President Bola Tinubu on Thursday reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to deepening international cooperation and promoting global peace as he received letters of credence from 21 newly appointed foreign envoys in Abuja. The diplomats — 17 ambassadors and four high commissioners — were received at the Council Chamber of the State House, where the president emphasised Nigeria’s readiness…
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Imo State poised for transformation, says Vice President Shettima
By Kunle Sanni – Vice President Kashim Shettima has projected Imo State as one of Nigeria’s next major growth frontiers, highlighting its potential in technology, gas utilisation, agro-industrial processing, and small and medium-scale enterprises (SMEs). Speaking on Thursday at the Imo State Economic Summit 2025 in Owerri, the vice president said the Federal Government is positioning Imo as a strategic…
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