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NOA issues advisory on responsible use of U.S. visas
By Kunle Sanni – The National Orientation Agency (NOA) has advised Nigerians to use their U.S. visas responsibly and in compliance with American immigration laws, warning that violations could result in visa revocation, deportation, or inclusion on an expanded visa ban list. The advisory follows concerns raised by the United States Government over the misuse of U.S. visas by some…
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Tinubu transfers office of Surveyor-General to Presidency
By Kunle Sanni – President Bola Tinubu has directed the transfer of the Office of the Surveyor-General of the Federation to the Presidency. According to the President, the move is a strategic step aimed at expediting the implementation of national legacy infrastructure projects. The directive was announced during the 150th meeting of the National Economic Council (NEC) held at the…
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INEC, NOA unite to drive national reorientation, inclusive voter education
The National Orientation Agency (NOA) and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) have pledged to deepen collaboration in promoting civic values, national reorientation, and inclusive voter education ahead of Nigeria’s future elections. This commitment was reaffirmed during a recent strategic visit by NOA Director-General, Mallam Lanre Issa-Onilu, to the INEC Chairman, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, at the Commission’s headquarters in Abuja.…
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Army seeks special funding as 13,000 recruits face accommodation shortfall
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, has called for increased financial support for the Nigerian Army, warning that over 13,000 incoming recruits may be left without accommodation due to budgetary constraints. Speaking during an oversight visit by the Senate Committee on Army to the Army Headquarters in Abuja on Thursday, Oluyede expressed concern over the limitations…
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NEC orders emergency flood funding, strengthening of state disaster agencies
By Kunle Sanni – The National Economic Council (NEC) on Thursday directed the immediate strengthening of State Emergency Management Agencies (SEMAs) across Nigeria’s 36 states as part of heightened preparations for potential flooding in 2025. The meeting, chaired by Vice President Kashim Shettima, was held at the State House in Abuja. The Council also approved the release of emergency funds…
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President Tinubu urges governors to prioritise welfare of citizens
…backs grassroots development plan By Kunle Sanni – President Bola Tinubu has urged state governors to prioritise the welfare of Nigerians by increasing investments in poverty eradication, rural electrification, agricultural mechanisation, and infrastructure development. Speaking at the 150th meeting of the National Economic Council (NEC) on Thursday at the State House in Abuja, the President emphasised the importance of grassroots…
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FG approves new industrial policy to end strikes, promote labor peace
By Kunle Sanni – The Federal Government has approved the implementation of the National Industrial Relations Policy (NIRP), a strategic framework aimed at fostering harmonious labor relations and reducing the frequency of industrial disputes across the country. The announcement was made by the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, on Thursday, following the weekly Federal Executive Council (FEC)…
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FEC approves ₦68.7bn power upgrade for universities, hospitals, communities
By Kunle Sanni – The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved contracts worth ₦68.7 billion for critical power infrastructure projects aimed at boosting electricity supply in federal universities, teaching hospitals, and rural communities. Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, announced the approval on Thursday while briefing journalists after the FEC meeting presided over by President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa,…
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Tinubu appoints Omotenioye Majekodunmi as new DG of NCCC
By Kunle Sanni – President Bola Tinubu has appointed Mrs. Omotenioye Majekodunmi as the new Director-General of the National Council on Climate Change (NCCC). The announcement was made in a statement by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy. Majekodunmi, a seasoned environmental lawyer and climate finance expert, succeeds Dr. Nkiruka Madueke, who was appointed as…
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Ghana, Nigeria reaffirm strong bilateral ties after diplomatic tensions
By Kunle Sanni – Ghana and Nigeria have reaffirmed their longstanding and cordial bilateral relations following recent diplomatic tensions triggered by inflammatory comments made by a Nigerian community leader residing in Ghana. In a move to de-escalate tensions, Nigeria’s Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, visited Accra on a fact-finding and consultation mission on behalf of President Bola…
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