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Nigeria to drive Africa’s growth through education, innovation, agriculture – VP Shettima

By Kunle Sanni Vice President Kashim Shettima has stated that Nigeria’s commitment to harnessing the potential of its youth, investing in education, and advancing smart agriculture are pivotal strategies for addressing global and domestic challenges. On a continental scale, the Vice President emphasized that African youths are central to driving this transformation. Speaking at the Financial Times Global Risk Roundtable…

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National identity project will redefine Nigerians- NOA DG

Director General of the National Orientation Agency (NOA), Lanre Issa-Onilu, has said the National Identity Project would redefine who Nigerians are, saying it would enhance the value system. Issa-Onilu who was a guest on the TVC’s Politics Tonight programme on Thursday, explained that the agency is concerned about building a value system that would make Nigerians a better citizens.  Speaking…

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President Tinubu pledges commitment to troops’ welfare at barracks inauguration

By Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu on Thursday reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to the welfare of Nigeria’s armed forces, assuring that their needs would remain a top priority. Speaking at the inauguration of the Bola Tinubu Barracks in Abuja, the President acknowledged the military’s vital role in national security and emphasized his dedication to improving their living conditions and operational…

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Minister Tunji-Ojo orders reactivation of broken down equipment of passport offices in Atlanta, New York

The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has ordered the reactivation of broken-down equipment of the passport offices in Atlanta and New York cities. Tunji Ojo said the order was necessary following the petition from Nigerians in the diaspora on the need to fix broken-down passport equipment in Atlanta and New York Consulates in the United States of America. A statement…

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Senate lauds NMCO on consistent increase in revenue

The Senate has lauded the Director General of the Nigeria Mining Cadastre Office (NMCO), Simon Obadiah Nkom, for the consistent increase in revenue generated by the agency annually and his prudent utilization of funds. The commendation was made through the Chairman, Senate Committee on Solid Minerals, Senator Ekong Sampson during a 2025 budget defence by the DG of NMCO in…

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IGP Egbetokun decorates new DIG, announces strategic postings to enhance policing efficiency

The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has officially decorated Jonathan Towuru as Deputy Inspector-General of Police (DIG). The ceremony, held at the Police Force Headquarters, Abuja, marks a key moment in the leadership of the Nigeria Police Force. Following his promotion, DIG Towuru has been assigned to the Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID). The IGP stated that the…

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Nigeria, global leaders target $29trn African economy by 2050

…as VP Shettima reaffirms Nigeria’s resolve to champion AfCFTA By Kunle Sanni Vice President Kashim Shettima has joined other world leaders in advocating for the full implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), with a vision to boost Africa’s economy to $29 trillion by 2050. Shettima reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to leading the implementation of AfCFTA and leveraging its…

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PHOTO: From the budget defence of Ministry of National Planning

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Tinubu appoints Opeifa as MD, Nigeria Railway Corporation

By Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu has appointed Kayode Opeifa as the Managing Director of the Nigeria Railway Corporation. This announcement was made in a post on X by the Renewed Hope United Kingdom on Wednesday. Opeifa, a seasoned transportation expert and former Lagos State Commissioner for Transportation, has built a distinguished career marked by impactful reforms. As Commissioner, he…

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