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Development
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ACReSAL emerges global climate resilience model at mid-term review in Kaduna
The Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes (ACReSAL) project has been described as a global model for climate resilience following its Mid-Term Review (MTR) mission held in Kaduna. The high-level review, which took place at the Fifth Chukker Polo & Country Club from April 16 to 17, brought together federal ministers, state officials, World Bank representatives, and permanent secretaries from the…
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Explain to Nigerians the truth about our reforms, Shettima charges PR experts
Vice President Kashim Shettima has urged public relations practitioners in Nigeria to clearly explain government reforms and policies to citizens to build trust and confidence. Speaking on Tuesday at the 3rd Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) Week in Kaduna, Shettima said reforms introduced by the administration of President Bola Tinubu would only succeed when Nigerians understand their purpose and…
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Shettima urges proactive security measures at Kogi Summit
Vice President Kashim Shettima has called for proactive and coordinated measures to tackle Nigeria’s evolving security challenges, stressing the need for foresight, collaboration and early response to emerging threats. Shettima made the call on Tuesday at the Kogi State Security Summit and the launch of a N500 billion security trust fund in Abuja. He was represented at the event by…
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UNIJOS law faculty backs Amupitan, rejects Dalung’s result manipulation claims
The Faculty of Law at the University of Jos (UNIJOS) has rejected allegations by former Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Solomon Dalung, accusing INEC Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, of result manipulation, insisting that “nothing of the sort ever happened.” Dalung had alleged in a Trust TV interview that Amupitan, while serving as Dean between 2008 and 2014, commercialised and…
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FG, Ondo begin verification of future beneficiaries ahead of N9.9bn disbursement
By Boye Oyeyemi The Federal Government and Ondo State Government have commenced moves to verify beneficiaries of the N9.9bn disbursed under the Household Prosperity and Empowerment Cash Transfer programme in the state. Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa disclosed this on Monday while receiving the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, Bernard Doro, during a visit to the Government House in Akure.…
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Hayatudeen tasks Nigeria on trust, strong institutions
Former Group Managing Director of the New Nigeria Development Company (NNDC), Alhaji Mohammed Hayatudeen, has congratulated Independent Newspapers on its 25th anniversary, describing the milestone as a reflection of resilience and professionalism in Nigeria’s media industry. Speaking as Guest of Honour at the Silver Jubilee Awards Ceremony in Lagos on Saturday, Hayatudeen said the newspaper’s continued success over the past…
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Turkey to train 200 Nigerian special forces
Turkey has announced to train 200 Nigerian special forces personnel as part of efforts to strengthen the country’s defence system. Christopher Musa, Nigeria’s minister of defence, said the training is part of bilateral security agreements between both countries following discussions with Yaşar Güler, his Turkish counterpart. Musa spoke on the sidelines of the 5th Antalya Diplomacy Forum (ADF2026) in Turkey…
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Sanwo-Olu reassures Lagos students about his focus on their welfare
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to the welfare and development of children and students across Lagos State. The governor made this known through his representative, Jamiu Tolani Alli-Balogun, during the commissioning of the Senator Oluremi Tinubu secondary school in Abaranje. In his address, the governor highlighted key educational policies and programmes implemented by the state…
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Food security: Amina Mohammed urges Nigeria to improve fertiliser policies
Amina Mohammed, Deputy Secretary-General of the United Nations, has called on the Federal Government to introduce policies that will ensure Nigerian farmers benefit directly from local fertiliser production. Mohammed, who also chairs the United Nations Sustainable Development Group, made the call during an interview in Washington DC while responding to concerns over food security and limited fertiliser access for smallholder…
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‘I’ll not let Nigerians down,’ Tinubu vows at at Renewed Hope Ambassadors meeting
President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his commitment to ongoing economic and governance reforms, insisting that his administration remains focused on improving the welfare of Nigerians and building a more stable and prosperous country. Speaking on Thursday in Abuja while receiving members of the Renewed Hope Ambassadors led by Governor Hope Uzodimma, Tinubu said the government is working to replace long-standing…
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