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Olukoyede charges youths on purposeful living
The Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Ola Olukoyede has called youths across the country to embrace a life of purpose, passion, integrity and focus in order to stay away from economic and financial crimes and other acts of corruption. He made this call recently in Abuja at the Great Achievers Summit and Awards of Excellence 2024…
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Supreme Court strikes out suit seeking to compel FG to account for LNG, NGL earnings
The Supreme Court has struck out a suit by the 36 state governments seeking to among others, compel the Federal Government to account for its earnings from the sale of liquefied natural gas, natural gas liquids and related products since 1999. In a unanimous judgment, a seven-member panel of the court, presided over by Justice Uwani Abba-Aji held that the…
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JUST IN: Tinubu seeks Senate confirmation of Lt. Gen. Oluyede as CoAS
By Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu has formally requested the Senate to confirm the appointment of Lieutenant General Olufemi Olatubosun Oluyede as the substantive Chief of Army Staff. The request, conveyed in a letter sent to the Senate on Wednesday, was made in accordance with Section 218(2) of the 1999 Constitution (as amended) and Section 18(1) of the Armed Forces…
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Livestock investment will bring economic opportunities to Nigeria — Tinubu
By Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu has emphasized that his administration’s renewed focus on driving both international and local investments into Nigeria’s livestock sector will address the ongoing farmer-herder clashes, eradicate hunger and poverty, and promote economic prosperity. Speaking in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on Thursday, President Tinubu highlighted the signing of a Letter of Intent between the Nigerian Government…
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President Tinubu Pledges continued support for social welfare in talks with IMF chief
Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to prioritizing social investment programs to protect Nigeria’s poorest and most vulnerable citizens amid ongoing economic reforms. Speaking on Wednesday in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, during a meeting with Kristalina Georgieva, the Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), on the sidelines of the G20 Leaders’ Summit, President Tinubu…
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BREAKING: Supreme Court nullifies National Lottery Act 2005
The Supreme Court has nullified the National Lottery Act 2005 enacted by the National Assembly. In a unanimous judgment of a seven-member of the apex court, read by Justice Mohammed Idris, held that the National Assembly lacked the powers to legislate on issues relating to lottery and games of chance. The court held that such powers only reside with the…
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NASENI holds retreat to strengthen innovation, national cohesion
The National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) is hosting a two-day strategic retreat in Abuja for overseeing officers, project managers, coordinating directors, and some directors from its headquarters. The retreat aims to foster greater cohesion among NASENI’s various development institutes and ensure alignment with the agency’s broader goals and vision. This event seeks to strengthen leadership capabilities, encourage…
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Niger partners with Nigeria Sugar Council to revive sugar industry
Niger State, in collaboration with the Nigeria Sugar Development Council (NSDC), has taken a major step towards revitalizing Nigeria’s $2.5 billion sugar industry, which aims to promote food security and rural industrialization. The partnership was formalized during a side event at the G20 Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, where Niger Foods signed an agreement with Uttam Sucrotech, a consortium…
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FG deploys regulatory framework on sanitation laws
The Minister of Environment, Balarabe Lawal, has said the Federal Government will be taking a more serious approach to address the issue of Open Defecation. Lawal said that the ministry will deploy all regulatory frameworks, to ensure adequate enforcement of sanitation laws in Nigeria. The minister made the declaration while commemorating the 2024 World Toilet Day, WTD, in Kano, organized…
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Public relations, important tool for shaping global identity — Information Minister
The Honourable Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has highlighted the transformative power of public relations in amplifying Nigeria’s strengths and shaping its global identity. Speaking at the World Public Relations Forum in Bali, Indonesia, Minister Idris, represented by the President of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR), Dr. Ike Neliaku, detailed the country’s innovative approaches to…
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