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Oluremi Tinubu donates N100m to Arts Education Initiative
…reaffirms FG’s commitment to education By Kunle Sanni First Lady Oluremi Tinubu has reiterated the Tinubu administration’s commitment to education and youth empowerment, describing education as the foundation of true national development. Speaking at a charity gala organised by the Spouses of Heads of Missions in Nigeria on Thursday, the First Lady praised the diplomatic community for supporting grassroots initiatives.…
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At UN Forum, Hannatu Musawa advocates for culture as enabler of sustainable growth
The Minister of Art, Culture, and the Creative Economy, Barr. Hannatu Musa Musawa, has reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to harnessing culture as a catalyst for sustainable development during her address at the United Nations General Assembly High-Level Dialogue on Culture and Sustainable Development. Speaking on May 21, 2025, at the UN headquarters, Musawa delivered a presentation titled “Connecting Cultures in the…
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Tinubu not controlled by cabal– Information Minister
Kunle Sanni The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has said President Bola Tinubu is not beholden to any cabal or shadowy inner circle. Instead, he said, the president welcomes a wide range of perspectives and then makes bold and informed decisions that are solely in the best interest of Nigeria. Idris stated this in Abuja on Thursday…
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Tinubu inaugurates newly constituted NNPCL board
By Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu on Thursday officially inaugurated the newly appointed board and management of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), marking a formal step in strengthening the leadership of the nation’s energy sector. The brief swearing-in ceremony took place at the Aso Rock Presidential Villa, Abuja, nearly seven weeks after the board’s initial appointment on April…
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Jonathan lauds past NASS for overriding presidential vetoes
Former Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan has commended past National Assembly for its vibrancy and ability to override presidential vetoes on important bills. Jonathan reflected on a time when Nigeria boasted a vibrant National Assembly, capable of overriding presidential vetoes on important bills. He made these remarks on Wednesday evening at the Champions of Nigerian Content Awards Dinner, organised by the…
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Oluremi Tinubu named ‘More Than A Mother’ campaign ambassador
…reaffirms commitment to education By Kunle Sanni First Lady Oluremi Tinubu has reaffirmed that education remains the foundation of national development, emphasizing the urgent need to empower young Nigerians through greater access to learning opportunities. She made this statement while receiving the management team of the Merck Foundation, a German philanthropic organization, at the State House in Abuja on Wednesday.…
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FG inaugurates new AMCON board, focuses on asset recovery, wind-down strategy
The Federal Government has inaugurated a new Board of Directors for the Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON), signaling a renewed phase in its mandate to stabilise the financial sector, improve asset recovery, and chart a clear path toward an institutional wind-down. The newly appointed Board, chaired by Dr. Bala Bello, comprises seasoned professionals tasked with enhancing corporate governance, fast-tracking…
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NOA, WEMA Bank partner on national identity, youth engagement campaign
The National Orientation Agency (NOA) has commenced talks with WEMA Bank to collaborate on the National Identity Project, a government-approved campaign aimed at strengthening national values and promoting attitudinal change among Nigerians. During a strategic meeting held in Abuja, NOA Director General, Mallam Lanre Issa-Onilu, outlined the agency’s renewed focus on value reorientation, driven by the newly introduced 7-for-7 National…
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Canada honours EFCC Chairman for role in global crime fight
The Canadian High Commission in Nigeria has honoured the Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Mr. Ola Olukoyede, for his exceptional contributions to the global fight against transnational crime. Olukoyede received a Certificate of Recognition on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, during a ceremony held at the Canadian High Commission in Abuja. Presenting the award, Canadian High…
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Shettima praises Dangote’s $19bn refinery investment
By Kunle Sanni Vice President Kashim Shettima has commended billionaire industrialist Aliko Dangote for prioritising national development over personal profit through his $19 billion investment in Nigeria’s oil refining sector. Speaking at the Taraba International Investment Summit in Jalingo on Wednesday, Shettima noted that if Dangote had invested the same amount in global tech giants like Amazon, Google, or Microsoft,…
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