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Tinubu unveils tech-driven strategy to tackle insecurity
President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to deploying emerging technologies to combat insecurity and protect lives across Nigeria. Speaking on Monday in Port Harcourt at the grand finale of the 2026 Nigerian Army Day Celebration and African Land Forces Forum (ALFF), the president said the government was modernising the Armed Forces through investments in advanced hardware and personnel…
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Fani-Kayode gets Letter of Credence, sets to resume as Nigeria’s High Commissioner to South Africa
Former Minister of Aviation, Femi Fani-Kayode, has announced that he has officially received his Letter of Credence, paving the way for him to assume office as Nigeria’s High Commissioner to South Africa. Fani-Kayode disclosed that he received the diplomatic credentials after securing the required agrément from the South African government. The Letter of Credence, issued by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu,…
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Ethical journalism key to Northern Nigeria’s future, says Idris
The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, on Monday called on media practitioners in Northern Nigeria to uphold ethical, balanced and responsible journalism, saying the region’s future would be shaped not only by development but also by the narratives promoted about its people and potential. Speaking at the inaugural Arewa Media Summit in Kano, Idris said the media…
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Deregulation not licence for profiteering, Lokpobiri warns oil marketers
The Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil), Senator Heineken Lokpobiri, yesterday warned that the Federal Government would not tolerate profiteering in the downstream petroleum sector under the guise of deregulation, insisting that marketers must adjust petrol prices to reflect the recent decline in global crude oil prices. Speaking at a stakeholders’ meeting on cost-reflective pricing of Premium Motor Spirit…
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FCCPC to investigate Big Tech, AI platforms over copyright concerns
The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has commenced an investigation into major global technology companies and Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) platforms over allegations of anti-competitive practices, copyright infringement and the alleged exploitation of content belonging to Nigerian media organisations. The investigation follows a directive by President Bola Tinubu after a joint petition submitted to the Presidency by the…
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PFIPC has not received a kobo from government, OAGF insists
The Office of the Accountant-General of the Federation (OAGF) has dismissed claims that public funds or salaries have been paid to the Peace and Poverty Intervention Foundation Council (PFIPC), insisting that the agency has not received a single kobo from the federal government. Speaking over the weekend, the OAGF’s Director of Public Relations, Bawa Mokwa, said the council does not…
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FG slams South African minister over remarks targeting Nigerians
The federal government has condemned remarks by South Africa’s Minister in the Presidency, Khumbudzo Ntshavheni, describing her comments linking Nigerians to alleged drug dens as inflammatory and capable of inciting further attacks against Nigerians living in the country. Ntshavheni made the remarks during a press briefing on Friday while responding to questions on compensation for Nigerians who abandoned their property…
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Customs, Afreximbank deepen partnership to boost intra-African trade
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) and the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening trade facilitation and accelerating the implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) through enhanced customs cooperation and regional integration initiatives. The renewed commitment was made during a working visit by Afreximbank President and Chairman of the Board of Directors, Dr. George…
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Tinubu pledges stronger partnership with religious leaders to promote peace
President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to strengthening collaboration with religious leaders to promote peace, harmony and tolerance across Nigeria. The President made the pledge on Saturday while receiving Archbishop Paul R. Gallagher, the Secretary for Relations with States and International Organisations of the Holy See, at his residence in Abuja. The Vatican envoy was accompanied by Minister…
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Akara, kulikuli and the economics of grassroots empowerment — By Tunde Rahman
In recent weeks, Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has come under attack for her Akara and Kulikuli Women Empowerment Programme under the Renewed Hope Initiative. The criticism ranges from the downright cynical to the patronising: “Why akara?” “Is this all women deserve?” “Is it not a political stunt?” Such questions miss the point. Those raising the questions mistake symbolism…
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