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PHOTO NEWS: Shettima opens 68th UN Tourism Commission for Africa summit in Abuja
Vice President Kashim Shettima declared open the 68th UN Tourism Commission for Africa meeting in Abuja on Wednesday. The Vice President represented President Bola Tinubu at the opening ceremony of the summit that brought together 51 Ministers of Tourism in Africa and development partners. The summit will hold in Abuja for 3 days. At the opening event were Ministers of…
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NCC, partners hold workshop to tackle rural connectivity challenges
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has partnered with the Association for Progressive Communications (APC) and other key institutions to address the persistent challenges of rural network connectivity across Nigeria. This collaboration culminated in a two-day workshop held in Abuja from June 3 to 4, 2025, aimed at exploring policy frameworks to enable community networks. The initiative seeks to bridge the…
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FG partners with chess champion Tunde Onakoya to empower Nigerian youths
By Kunle Sanni The Federal Government has announced a new partnership with Tunde Onakoya, Guinness World Record holder and founder of the “Chess in Slums Africa” initiative, to expand educational and empowerment opportunities for children and youths across the country. President Bola Tinubu revealed the collaboration on Monday through a social media post, following a meeting with Onakoya at his…
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FG to train 100,000 youths annually in financial literacy, risk management
The Federal Government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Investonaire Academy to train 100,000 young Nigerians every year in foreign exchange trading, as part of efforts to tackle unemployment and drive financial inclusion. This was contained in a statement on Tuesday, signed by the Federal Ministry of Youth Development’s Director of Information and Public Relations, Omolara Esan. The MoU,…
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Senate hopes to institutionalise June 12 presidential address
The Senate has said it is considering a legislative move to institutionalise a presidential address every June 12, in recognition of the day’s historical significance. This was disclosed by the leader of the Senate, Opeyemi Bamidele, in an interview with reporters on Tuesday. Bamidele stated that the Senate is hoping to prepare a bill to formalise the President’s speech to…
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President Tinubu returns to Abuja after Sallah break in Lagos
By Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu has returned to Abuja following the Eid al-Adha holiday, which he spent in Lagos. The President observed the Sallah festivities in his Ikoyi residence, where he received visits from political allies, religious leaders, and well-wishers. Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, and Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, welcomed…
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JUST IN: APC strategist Jesutega Onokpasa passes away
Jesutega Onokpasa, a prominent lawyer and influential member of Nigeria’s ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), has died. News of his passing was announced on Tuesday by Okezie Atani, a pro-APC supporter, who disclosed on social media that the outspoken political commentator died on Monday. Onokpasa was known for his passionate defense of the APC and his regular appearances in the…
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Govt policies making life rosy for the rich only- Falana
Human rights lawyer and Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Femi Falana, has said the economic policies of President Bola Tinubu have made life better only for the rich, while worsening the plight of the masses. Speaking on Channels TV’s Politics Today on Monday, said that although some top officials within the All Progressives Congress (APC) celebrated Tinubu’s two years in office,…
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VP Shettima returns to Abuja after Eid visit to Maiduguri
By Kunle Sanni Vice President Kashim Shettima has returned to Abuja following a visit to Maiduguri, Borno State, where he marked the Eid al-Adha celebrations and carried out key official engagements. During his stay, the Vice President launched the National Asset Restoration Programme at the Borno State Agricultural Mechanization (BOSAMA) Farm Centre. The initiative, spearheaded by the National Agency for…
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PHOTO NEWS: Tunde Onakoya presents Chess World Record to President Tinubu
By Kunle Sanni Tunde Onakoya, founder of Chess in Slums Africa, on Monday presented his Guinness World Record certificate for the longest chess marathon to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the President’s residence. The record-breaking feat, achieved in April, highlights Onakoya’s commitment to youth empowerment through chess, particularly among underprivileged children across Africa.
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