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Oluremi Tinubu launches INSPIRE Nigeria to advance women’s leadership in civil service
First Lady Oluremi Tinubu, has launched the Inclusive Network for Supporting Progressive Leadership, Innovation, Reform and Equity for Women (INSPIRE Nigeria), calling for reforms that will strengthen mentorship and create equal opportunities for women across the civil service. The initiative was unveiled on Thursday at the International Civil Service Conference 2026 held under the theme “Reforms, Resilience and Results,” according…
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Nigeria, Poland explore partnership in digital economy, defence
Vice President Kashim Shettima has said Nigeria is ready to deepen strategic ties with the Republic of Poland in key sectors including the digital economy, defence, agriculture and maritime development. Shettima stated this on Thursday while receiving Poland’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Digital Affairs, Krzysztof Gawkowski, during a courtesy visit to the Presidential Villa in Abuja. The Vice…
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Nigeria, Italy partner on global education summit, $5bn funding campaign
Nigeria and Italy have agreed to establish a joint working group to drive the proposed Global Partnership for Education (GPE) financing campaign aimed at mobilising five billion dollars for education ahead of the 2026 Global Education Summit in Rome. According to a statement issued on Thursday by Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa, the agreement was reached during a meeting between Nigeria’s Minister…
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Lagos targets $2.5bn foreign investment at Lagos 3.0 summit
By Adeola Ogunrinde The Lagos State Government on Wednesday said it is targeting $2.5 billion in local and foreign investments and over 600 high-profile delegates at the upcoming Invest in Lagos 3.0 Summit, aimed at strengthening the state’s position as Africa’s leading investment hub. The Commissioner for Commerce, Cooperatives, Trade and Investment, Mrs. Folashade Bada Ambrose-Medebem, disclosed this during the…
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Oluremi Tinubu presents N1m prizes to children, unveils protection reforms
First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, on Tuesday presented cash prizes, laptops and tablets to winners of the national essay and science competitions during the 2026 National Children’s Day celebration in Abuja. The event, organised by the Federal Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development under the theme “Future Now: Promoting Inclusion for Every Child,” brought together government officials, development partners and…
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US, UK arms embargo forced Nigeria to seek Soviet support during civil war — Gowon
Former Nigerian Head of State, Yakubu Gowon, has said that the refusal of the United States and the United Kingdom to supply arms during the civil war pushed his government to seek military assistance from the Soviet Union and other unconventional sources, including a Lebanese arms dealer. Gowon made the revelation in his autobiography, My Life of Duty and Allegiance,…
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South West receives NRC approval to operate regional rail services
By Adejayan Gbenga The South West Development Commission (SWDC) has secured a provisional rail operating and track access licence from the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC), paving the way for the commencement of passenger and freight rail services across key corridors in the South West region. The Commission described the approval as a major milestone in efforts to strengthen transportation infrastructure…
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PHOTO NEWS: Oluremi Tinubu celebrates Children’s Day 2026 in Abuja
First Lady Oluremi Tinubu on Tuesday alongside top government officials and development partners, joined children at the National Children’s Day 2026 celebration held at the State House Conference Centre, Abuja. In a series of activities marking the occasion, the First Lady toured science exhibition stands and interactive activity areas aimed at promoting learning, innovation and child development. Among dignitaries present…
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JUST IN: Shettima represents Tinubu at Yakubu Gowon’s autobiography launch in Abuja
Vice President Kashim Shettima has arrived at the Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Conference Centre for the public presentation of the autobiography of former Head of State, Yakubu Gowon. Shettima is representing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the event as the Guest of Honor. Among the dignitaries in attendance are former President Goodluck Jonathan and former First Lady Patience Jonathan; former…
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VON, Chinese embassy launch Mandarin and cultural exchange programme in Abuja
The Voice of Nigeria and the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in Nigeria have launched a Chinese Language and Cultural Teaching Programme aimed at strengthening cultural ties, media collaboration, and mutual understanding between Nigeria, Africa, and China. The initiative, unveiled in Abuja, is designed to encourage Mandarin learning among Nigerians, particularly media practitioners and young people seeking educational…
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