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Aduda pledges to move Defence Ministry forward
The new Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Defence, Gabriel Aduda, has pledged to improve on the performance of his predecessor, Ibrahim Kana, to move the ministry forward. Aduda made the pledge while taking over from Mr Kana, the former permanent secretary, who has been redeployed to the Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development. This is contained in a statement…
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Thailand introduces electronic visa application for Nigerians
By Kunle Sanni Nigerians planning to visit Thailand can now apply for visas online, according to an announcement by the Royal Thai Embassy in Abuja. In a statement, the embassy disclosed that the electronic visa application system would commence on January 1. Physical visa applications will no longer be accepted. The policy also applies to citizens of Ghana, Cameroon, Benin…
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Finance Ministry inaugurates ACTU to enhance public service transparency
By Kunle Sanni The Federal Ministry of Finance has inaugurated its Anti-Corruption and Transparency Unit (ACTU) Committee, a move aimed at strengthening transparency and accountability in the public service. During the inauguration ceremony, Lydia Jafiya, the Permanent Secretary of the ministry, emphasized the importance of ethical conduct and integrity. “This marks a decisive step in fostering accountability and transparency within…
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President Tinubu addressing hunger crises in Nigeria, says Uzor Kalu
By Kunle Sanni Former Abia State Governor and Senator, Orji Uzor-Kalu, has assured Nigerians that President Bola Tinubu is fully aware of the hunger and economic challenges facing the country and is making courageous decisions to address them. Speaking on Thursday during a New Year visit to Stanley Okoro-Emegha, the Ebonyi State Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), in…
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Tinubu charges governors to drive social transformation, says Sanwo-Olu
By Kunle Sanni Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has revealed that President Bola Tinubu urged the governors of all 36 states to play a pivotal role in fostering collaboration between the federal and sub-national governments to advance Nigeria’s development. Speaking to reporters after a meeting with President Tinubu at his Ikoyi residence in Lagos, Sanwo-Olu said the President emphasized…
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Anthony Joshua urges Nigerians abroad to reconnect with homeland
By Kunle Sanni British-Nigerian boxing champion Anthony Joshua has called on Nigerians in the diaspora to reconnect with their roots and explore opportunities in their homeland, describing Nigeria as a “beautiful place.” Speaking during a visit to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in Lagos, Joshua expressed admiration for Nigeria’s vibrancy and pledged to contribute positively to local communities. “To all Nigerians…
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Labour pushing for annual minimum wage increase- TUC President, Osifo
The President of Trade Union Congress (TUC), Festus Osifo, has said the organised labour is pushing for an annual increase to the ₦70,000 minimum wage paid to workers in Nigeria. Osifo made this known on Channels TV’s Politics Today on January 1, 2025. The TUC Boss said “What we are pushing on for Labour is that instead of you (the…
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Tinubu reaffirms commitment to Nigeria’s prosperity, lauds legislative partners
By Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu has expressed appreciation for the support of the National Assembly over the past 19 months, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to advancing Nigeria’s development. The President spoke on Wednesday during a New Year homage by Vice President Kashim Shettima, the leadership of the National Assembly, and former principal officers of the legislature at his Oyinkan…
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Governors crucial to Nigeria’s success, says President Tinubu
By Kunle Sanni President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has emphasized the vital role of state governors in driving Nigeria’s development, stating that their leadership at the subnational level is central to achieving food security, economic prosperity, and rapid national growth. Speaking in Lagos during a New Year homage by Vice President Kashim Shettima and members of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF)…
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FG to launch nationwide value re-orientation programmes in 2025
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has unveiled plans to initiate a nationwide value re-orientation campaign aimed at fostering patriotism, ethical principles, and shared national values in 2025. In his New Year message to Nigerians, the President announced the forthcoming launch of the National Values Charter, which has already received approval from the Federal Executive Council (FEC). The initiative is part of…
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