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Development
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PHOTO NEWS: Funke Akindele named UNAIDS Goodwill Ambassador
The Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS) has proudly announced the appointment of Nigerian actress and producer, Funke Akindele, as its new Goodwill Ambassador. In this role, Akindele will collaborate with UNAIDS and its Nigeria office to amplify efforts in raising awareness about HIV/AIDS, reducing stigma, and promoting human rights. Her appointment is also aimed at improving access to…
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Tinubu approves funds for UNESCO media literacy institute
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the release of funds for the immediate operationalization of the UNESCO Media and Information Literacy (MIL) Institute in Nigeria, the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, announced on Thursday. Speaking in Paris during a meeting with UNESCO Assistant Director-General for Communication and Information, Dr. Tawfik Jelassi, Idris confirmed that the institute, to…
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PHOTO NEWS: Adesina leads AfDB effort to restructure Zimbabwe’s foreign debts
The African Development Bank (AfDB), led by its President, Dr. Akinwumi Adesina, is playing a pivotal multilateral role in Zimbabwe to resolve the country’s long-standing debt crisis and reintegrate it into global financial systems. Adesina and former President of Mozambique, Joaquim Chissano, have been co-appointed as champions to guide Zimbabwe’s debt clearance and arrears resolution through a #StructuredDialoguePlatform. This platform…
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UN climate talks ‘no longer fit for purpose’ say key experts
The United Nations’ COP climate talks are “no longer fit for purpose” and need an urgent overhaul, key experts including a former UN secretary general and former UN climate chief have said. In a letter to the UN, senior figures say countries should not host the talks if they don’t support the phase out of fossil energy. This week the…
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Ilorin Innovation Hub partners UNDP to launch advanced Makerspace in Kwara
The Ilorin Innovation Hub has announced a groundbreaking partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) to launch a state-of-the-art Makerspace, setting a new standard for innovation in Kwara State and across Africa. The partnership combines visionary governance, international development expertise, private sector involvement, and academic support to enhance skill development, sustainability, and technological progress. The UNDP Makerspace, located at…
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EU, UNEP partner with Nigeria to curb methane emissions in oil, agriculture sectors
The European Union (EU) and the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) have announced a joint commitment to support Nigeria’s efforts in reducing methane emissions, targeting key sectors like oil and gas, agriculture, and waste management. At a capacity-building workshop in Abuja, UNEP’s International Methane Emissions Observatory (IMEO) program manager, Marci Paranski, said the initiative will focus on establishing a national…
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FG intensifies employment drive, inaugurates NJFP Steering Committee
By Kunle Sanni The Federal Government of Nigeria has intensified its employment initiatives with the inauguration of the Steering Committee for the Nigeria Jubilee Fellows Programme (NJFP), aimed at enhancing the employability of fresh graduates with market-ready skills. The ceremony was officiated by Vice President Kashim Shettima at the Presidential Villa. The NJFP is a Nigerian government initiative implemented in…
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Biashara Afrika 2024: AfCFTA commends Customs CG for progressive initiatives
By Kunle Sanni The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) has praised the Comptroller-General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi MFR, for his forward-thinking initiatives, describing them as crucial to enhancing trade facilitation and customs efficiency across Africa. The commendation was made during a high-level meeting between the Comptroller-General and the AfCFTA Secretary-General, Wamkele Mene, held on the sidelines of the…
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UNGA: Nigeria, Mastercard partner to support 1 Million African farmers
By Kunle Sanni Nigeria has entered into a strategic partnership with Mastercard to support one million farmers across Africa, aiming to enhance agricultural productivity and financial inclusion, according to an announcement from the presidency. The initiative was revealed following a meeting between Nigeria’s Vice President Kashim Shettima and Mastercard executives during the 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly…
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Nigeria to collaborate with UNICEF, USAID, to combat lead poisoning
The Federal Ministry of Solid Minerals Development has announced Nigeria’s commitment to collaborating with UNICEF and USAID in the global fight against lead poisoning, in a bid to safeguard the health of its vulnerable citizens. The revelation was made by the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake, during the Lead-Free Future event organized by the United Nations Children’s…
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