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Tinubu congratulates Jonathan on winning Sunhak Peace Prize
By Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu has congratulated former President Goodluck Jonathan on receiving the 2025 Sunhak Peace Founders’ Award in recognition of his contributions to global peace and democracy. In a statement issued on Tuesday by his spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu commended Jonathan for his steadfast commitment to peace, harmony, and nation-building, describing his efforts as a patriotic endeavor…
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Nigeria evacuates 956 citizens from Libya in Q1 of 2025 – NIDCOM
The Chairman/CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM), Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has revealed that over 956 Nigerians were evacuated from Libya between January and March 2025, with the support of the International Organization for Migration (IOM) Nigeria and the National Commission for Refugees, Migrants, and Internally Displaced Persons (NCRMI). According to a statement from NIDCOM, the evacuees included 683…
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Major highlights of Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar’s media briefing
The Ministry is repositioning Nigeria globally, through the clear articulation of President Bola Tinubu’s 4D Foreign Policy Doctrine (Democracy, Development, Diaspora, Demography); clear definition of Nigeria’s global role and interests; and amplification of Nigeria’s voice multilaterally and bilaterally. Spearheaded strategic global alliances and achieved diplomatic milestones: President Tinubu’s re-election as ECOWAS Chair, and chairing of pivotal ECOWAS summits; Re-election of…
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Tinubu vows to boost military modernization, personnel welfare
By Kunle Sanni The Minister of Defence, Mohammad Badaru Abubakar, has reaffirmed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s commitment to modernizing Nigeria’s military, improving personnel welfare, and advancing specialized training programs for operational effectiveness. Speaking at the opening ceremony of the first batch of the Special Operations Force Training and Equipping program for the Armed Forces of Nigeria at Camp Kabala in…
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Africa’s youthful population key to economic growth, says Ezekwesili
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo Former Minister of Education, Obiageli Ezekwesili, has emphasized that Africa’s youthful population can be a game-changer for the continent’s economic growth if harnessed effectively. Speaking at the 20th-anniversary public lecture of Redeemer’s University in Ede, Osun State, Ezekwesili noted that with over 60% of Africa’s population under the age of 25, the continent has a unique…
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President Tinubu celebrates Emeka Ihedioha on 60th birthday
By Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu has congratulated former Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives and former Governor of Imo State, Rt. Hon. Emeka Ihedioha, on his 60th birthday, commending his contributions to Nigeria’s democracy and development. In a statement issued on Monday by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Tinubu praised Ihedioha for…
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President Tinubu launches NIYA to empower young Nigerians
By Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu has inaugurated the Nigerian Youth Academy (NIYA), a new initiative aimed at equipping young Nigerians with essential skills, knowledge, and opportunities to enhance their global competitiveness. Represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima at the launch event held on Monday at the Council Chambers of the State House, Abuja, Tinubu emphasized that NIYA will focus…
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Soyinka dismisses calls to assess Tinubu’s administration
Nobel Laureate Wole Soyinka has dismissed calls for him to assess President Bola Tinubu’s administration, stating that he does not operate on a set timetable dictated by public expectation. Speaking on Channels Television’s The Morning Brief on Monday, Soyinka responded to mounting pressure from the public for him to evaluate Tinubu’s performance nearly two years into office. The renowned playwright…
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NRC MD pledges railway revitalization, announces plans to restore key train services
The Managing Director of the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC), Dr. Kayode Opeifa, has initiated major revitalization projects within the corporation, assuring Nigerians of improved rail services. As part of this commitment, he embarked on a nationwide tour of NRC districts to assess infrastructure and address commuter concerns. During his visit to Iddo Train Station in Lagos, Opeifa announced plans to…
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FG to strengthen Mining Marshals, suppress illegal miners – Alake
The Federal Government has reiterated it’s commitment to curb illegal mining activities across Nigeria, with plans to strengthen the operations of Mining Marshals and expand their nationwide coverage. Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake, made this known on Friday during a press conference marking the one-year anniversary of the corps. He emphasized that the establishment of the Mining…
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