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FCCPC uncovers substandard, unregistered sugar smuggled into Nigeria from Brazil
The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has uncovered the availability of substandard and unregistered sugar products in Nigerian markets. The Commission said on Wednesday that the adulterated sugar were smuggled brands from Brazil, including Grupo Moreno, Terous, USI S. Joao, Alvean and Arapora Bionergia. The products, the FCCPC noted failed to meet mandatory Vitamin A fortification requirements, and…
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Jimoh Ibrahim defends FG’s planned borrowings
The Senator representing Ondo South in the Senate, Jimoh Ibrahim, on Tuesday defended the Federal Government’s planned borrowings. Ibrahim who was a guest on Channels Television’s Politics Today said the current administration should borrow what he described as good money. “To be realistic, you need to borrow good money, not all these $2 billion,” he said. When asked his definition…
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FG launches construction of Calabar-Abuja Superhighway
The Federal Government has signed a construction contract with Infiouest International Limited, marking the launch of Section I of the Calabar-Ebonyi-Benue-Kogi-Nasarawa-Apo (Abuja) Superhighway, the third project under the Renewed Hope Legacy Road Projects. The agreement, sealed in Abuja by the Ministry of Works and representatives of Infiouest, involves the reconstruction of a 118.85-kilometer stretch of road beginning at the Enugu-Abakaliki-Ogoja…
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2025 budget funding loan: President seeks N’Assembly’s approval to borrow N1.8trn
President Bola Tinubu has sought National Assembly’s approval to borrow N1.8 trilllion If approved , the loan will be used to partly finance the N9.7 trillion deficit in the N35.1 trillion 2024 Appropriation Act. The President explained in letters to Senate President Godswill Akpabio and House of Representatives Speaker Tajudeen Abbas that the request was in line with Sections 21(1)…
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North’s development central to Nigeria’s prosperity, says President Tinubu
…targets tech, agric, and creative sectors in youth development plan By Kunle Sanni President Bola Ahmed Tinubu declared on Tuesday that the development of Northern Nigeria is critical to the nation’s overall prosperity. He unveiled a comprehensive youth development strategy focused on key sectors to drive economic transformation across the region. Speaking at the Stakeholders Roundtable on Northern Youth Development…
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Ifeanyi Ubah’s free spirit pulled down political, ethnic barriers, says Shettima
By Kunle Sanni Vice President Kashim Shettima today joined his former Senate colleagues in paying glowing tributes to the late Senator Ifeanyi Ubah, describing him as a free spirit whose life transcended political and ethnic divides. Senator Ubah, who passed away earlier this year, was remembered during a valedictory session held in his honor at the Senate Chambers. The Vice…
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Nigeria’s mining sector positioned for global recognition – Minister Alake
By Kunle Sanni The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake, has announced that Nigeria is poised to become a global mining hub through ongoing government reforms aimed at revitalizing the sector. Speaking at the opening of the 2024 Nigeria Mining Week, themed “From Inside Out: Building the Mining Sector to be the Cornerstone of Nigeria’s Economy,” Dr. Alake…
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VIDEOS: NCC’s 93rd Telecom Consumer Parliament in Abuja
The Nigerian Communications Commission, organised the 93rd Telecom Consumer Parliament (TCP) in Abuja, Nigeria, recently, with the theme: “Optimising Data Experience, Empowering Consumers Through Awareness and Transparency in a Consumer-Centric Telecom Industry”. Here is a snapshot of the event:
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Creative arts, technology, agriculture: Nigeria’s new economic pillars, says Sanwo-Olu
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has highlighted the creative arts, technology, and agriculture as key sectors to propel Nigeria’s economic recovery, describing them as the “new crude oil” for the nation. Speaking at the 36th Convocation Lecture of Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH) in Lagos on Tuesday, the Governor urged the nation to prioritize non-oil exports to diversify the economy…
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FG committed to addressing challenges facing Nigeria’s judicial system – Fagbemi
The Federal Government says it is committed to addressing challenges confronting the judicial system in the country. This, it said, will be done through strategic policies and other mechanisms that have an impact on improving democratic norms, including the rule of law, access to justice, and minimum standards for the enforcement of human rights. The Attorney General of the Federation…
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