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Nigeria launches ABIS Livestock Academy, seeks Belgian partnership to modernize sector
By Kunle Sanni – The Federal Government has launched the ABIS Livestock Academy in Abuja, reaffirming its commitment to modernising Nigeria’s livestock industry and strengthening international cooperation. Minister of Livestock Development, Idi Mukhtar Maiha, speaking at the National Livestock Transformation Dialogue and the official launch of the academy on Tuesday, said the country’s livestock sector must move beyond outdated practices…
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Shettima to deliver Tinubu’s national statement at UNGA 80
…as Nigeria advocates for UN reform, stronger multilateralism, and climate action By Kunle Sanni – Vice President Kashim Shettima will deliver Nigeria’s national statement at the 80th Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) on Wednesday, representing President Bola Tinubu. The speech, scheduled between 3:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. New York time, is expected to focus on multilateralism, United…
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Olubadan-designate Ladoja begins traditional rites ahead of coronation
By Adejayan Gbenga – The Olubadan-designate of Ibadanland, Oba Rasidi Ladoja, has commenced the mandatory traditional rites in preparation for his official coronation as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland. The week-long coronation programme began on Monday with interdenominational prayers and is expected to culminate on Friday with the formal presentation of the Staff of Office and other instruments of authority.…
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Lawmakers investigate employment scam in Ondo
By Boye Oyeyemi – The Ondo State House of Assembly has condemned the issuance of fake employment letters that defrauded unsuspecting job seekers during a recent recruitment exercise in the state. During its plenary session on Tuesday, presided over by Speaker Olamide Oladiji, lawmakers described the matter as urgent, stating that it had tarnished the image of the state and…
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State police, economic reforms urgent for stability, says Afenifere
By Boye Oyeyemi, Akure – The pan-Yoruba socio-political group, Afenifere, has emphasized that the establishment of state police and the implementation of far-reaching economic reforms are critical to achieving national stability in Nigeria. This position was contained in a communiqué issued after the group’s caucus meeting held on Tuesday at the Akure residence of its leader, Chief Reuben Fasoranti. The…
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FIRS collects N20.62trn in eight months, exceeds 2025 revenue growth target
By Kunle Sanni – The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) says it generated N20.62 trillion in tax revenue between January and August 2025, surpassing its baseline growth target for the year. FIRS Chairman, Zacch Adedeji, disclosed this on Tuesday while briefing State House correspondents in Abuja. He said the figure represents a 40.8 percent increase compared to the same period…
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Nigeria sets Guinness World Record with largest gathering of teachers in Lagos
Nigeria has officially entered the Guinness World Records for hosting the largest gathering of teachers, after 5,082 educators assembled at Tafawa Balewa Square in Lagos on September 20, 2025 for the Let There Be Teachers Conference. The record-breaking event was organised by Oluwaseyi Anifowose, in partnership with Let There Be Teachers and 1 Million Teachers (1MT). The achievement was confirmed…
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Stakeholders seek better adolescent health care in Osun
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – Stakeholders in Osun State have called for improved healthcare services for adolescents to support their development and well-being. The call was made on Tuesday in Osogbo during the quarterly meeting of the Adolescent & Youth Health and Development Technical Working Group (AYHD TWG), where participants emphasized the need for greater involvement of civil society organisations,…
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Information Minister lauds NBTE for advancing skills development in creative media
The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has commended the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) for its role in promoting Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) in Nigeria, particularly through the creation of the Creative Media Sector Skills Council. The Minister gave the commendation in Abuja on Tuesday when the Executive Secretary of NBTE, Professor Idris…
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Why Nigeria borrows despite revenue gains – FIRS Chairman
By Kunle Sanni – The Executive Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), Zacch Adedeji, on Tuesday explained why the federal government continues to borrow despite recording significant revenue inflows. Speaking to State House correspondents during the Brief the Press session at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, Adedeji said borrowing is not a sign of weakness but part of…
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