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Development
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Prioritize health, safety of communities, Tinubu directs mining companies
…Orders crackdown on illegal mining By Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu has directed companies involved in mineral exploration to prioritize the health and safety of Nigerians and the well-being of host communities. The President made this commitment on Thursday while receiving a presentation from Course 32 participants of the National Defence College (NDC) in Abuja. The presentation, titled Harnessing the…
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Tinubu appoints new RMAFC Commissioners
By Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of 21 individuals as federal commissioners for the Revenue Mobilization Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC). The appointments are subject to confirmation by the Senate, according to a statement by Ajuri Ngelale, the president’s spokesperson, on Tuesday. “The president expects the new federal commissioners to demonstrate absolute fidelity to the nation…
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FG plans to establish historical centre in honor of King Jaja of Opobo
By Tosin Brown The Minister of Art, Culture, and the Creative Economy, Barrister Hannatu Musa Musawa, has announced plans by the Federal Government to honour the legendary King Jaja of Opobo with the establishment of the King Jaja of Opobo Historical and Cultural Centre. Recently, the minister inaugurated the Technical Committee responsible for implementing the historical and cultural centre in…
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FG launches initiative to create abundant jobs in cotton/textile sector
By Kunle Sanni The Federal Government has announced new economic measures aimed at creating over 1.4 million jobs annually in the cotton and textile sector. This initiative, in collaboration with the International Cotton Advisory Committee (ICAC), seeks to revive Nigeria’s cotton industry. In a statement released on Tuesday by Stanley Nkwocha, Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and…
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NASENI-funded university researchers unveil innovative R&D projects at Abuja showcase
Researchers from Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH), Ogbomosho, Oyo State, and Federal University of Technology (FUT), Minna, Niger State have unveiled their research and development (R&D) projects funded by the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI). The event took place at the Technology Orientation Centre (TOC), NASENI headquarters in Abuja, and was attended by the Agency’s top…
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FG launches CLAP to boost Nigeria’s creative economy
By Tosin Brown The Federal Ministry of Art, Culture, and the Creative Economy has launched an ambitious plan to position Nigeria as a global leader in the art, culture, and creative sectors. This initiative, the Creative Leap Accelerator Program (CLAP), was recently unveiled by Minister Barr. Hannatu Musawa. At the launch, Musawa highlighted CLAP’s vision to contribute $100 billion to…
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Power Ministry to prioritize expanding energy access for national development – Adelabu
By Kunle Sanni The Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has announced that expanding energy access will be the primary goal of the power sector, aiming to drive economic growth and national development. This comprehensive target will be pursued through both grid and off-grid solutions, including industrial grid connections and renewable energy sources like mini-grids and solar power for rural and…
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NELFUND announces disbursement of over N2.5bn in student loans
The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has ramped up its efforts to support students across the nation’s tertiary institutions, in line with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s commitment to expanding educational opportunities. According to a statement on Friday by its Head of Media and Public Relations, Nasir Ayitogo, NELFUND disclosed the approval and disbursement of student loans totaling over N2,530,235,750, benefiting…
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Kwara State Governor AbdulRazaq boosts Fire Service with new truck
Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has presented a new fire truck to the State Fire Service, aiming to enhance their operations and public safety measures. Speaking at the presentation which took place on Tuesday, Governor AbdulRazaq praised the fire service operatives for their dedication and swift response to emergencies that have prevented significant losses. He further reiterated the administration’s commitment…
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FG to launch N50,000 ‘Renewed Hope’ initiative for 1,000 petty traders nationwide
By Kunle Sanni The federal government has announced the upcoming launch of the ‘Renewed Hope’ empowerment initiative, aimed at supporting petty traders across Nigeria’s 36 states. First Lady Oluremi Tinubu revealed this during a meeting with the wives of state governors on Wednesday. The event, held at the conference room of the Office of the First Lady, outlined the scheme’s…
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