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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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Defence Minister reaffirms commitment to nuclear disarmament in UN address
By Kunle Sanni The Minister of Defence, Mohammed Abubakar Badaru, addressed the 79th United Nations General Assembly, emphasizing the country’s strong commitment to nuclear disarmament and non-proliferation. In his speech, the minister reaffirmed Nigeria’s alignment with the Non-Aligned Movement and the African Group, stressing the urgent need for progress in nuclear disarmament to safeguard international peace. This was disclosed in…
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ECOWAS donates N640 million to support flood victims in Borno, Bauchi
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has provided a financial donation of N640 million to the Federal Government of Nigeria to aid flood victims in Borno and Bauchi States. The announcement was made during a courtesy visit by ECOWAS officials to the Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation in Abuja on Thursday, September 26, 2024. Representing…
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UNGA: Disaster relief, security, ECOWAS, dominate agenda, as Shettima meets UN Secretary-General
By Kunle Sanni At the 79th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York, Vice President Kashim Shettima held high-level discussions with United Nations Secretary-General, António Guterres, on key regional and global concerns. The meeting focused on Nigeria’s role in addressing pressing issues like regional security, humanitarian crises, and international cooperation. Representing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the UNGA, Shettima…
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World Contraception Day: TCI supports call for urgent action on family planning in Nigeria
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo As the world marks World Contraception Day, health experts in Nigeria have issued a clarion call for urgent action on family planning. The experts spoke at a webinar hosted by the Development Communications Network (DevComs) with support from The Challenge Initiative (TCI) Nigeria. The event, themed “Breaking Barriers: Advancing Access to Family Planning in Resource-Limited Settings,”…
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AfDB’s commendation of FG’s economic reforms, welcome development – TMV
The Tinubu Media Volunteers (TMV) have lauded the recent commendation by the African Development Bank (AfDB), interpreting it as a strong endorsement of President Bola Tinubu’s economic reforms. According to TMV, the recognition highlights the positive trajectory of the country’s economy under the current administration. In a statement signed by Chairman Chukwudi Enekwechi and Secretary Sunday Shedrach Gyungoun, TMV emphasized…
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President Tinubu calls for an end to Africa’s role as raw material exporter
…advocates for local mineral processing By Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu has urged an end to Africa’s role as a mere exporter of raw minerals, warning that continuing to export unprocessed resources perpetuates poverty and underdevelopment across the continent. Speaking at the Africa Minerals Strategy Group (AMSG) event during the United Nations General Assembly in New York, Tinubu, represented by…
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