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Tinubu pledges stronger commitment to environmental, public health policies
By Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to protecting the environment and prioritizing public health through sustainable policies. Speaking at the inaugural National Environmental Health Excellence Award (NEHEA) in Abuja on Tuesday, Tinubu—represented by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume—emphasized the urgency of tackling climate change, environmental degradation, and emerging health risks.…
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FAAN Board Chairman Ganduje pays maiden visit, tours Murtala Muhammed Airport
Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, the newly appointed Board Chairman of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), paid his inaugural visit to the agency on Tuesday, February 18, 2025. During the visit, FAAN’s Managing Director and Chief Executive, Mrs. Olubunmi Kuku, delivered a detailed presentation on the agency’s operations. She provided an overview of activities across all directorates and presented…
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FG moves to boost MSME growth, sets up committee to enhance financing
By Kunle Sanni The federal government has taken steps to accelerate the growth of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in Nigeria by establishing a committee to improve financing options for small businesses. This decision was reached on Tuesday at the first 2025 meeting of the National Council on MSMEs, held at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. Vice President Kashim…
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Minister Alake highlights commitment to mining sector at NMGS Conference
Dr. Dele Alake, the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, has hailed his recent conferment with an honorary fellowship by the Nigeria Mining and Geosciences Society (NMGS) as a recognition of the Federal Government’s ongoing efforts to reposition the mining sector. The minister emphasized that the advancement of the sector is a collective responsibility, requiring collaboration across all stakeholders. Dr. Alake…
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IGP Egbetokun disburses N2.99bn insurance benefits to families of fallen officers
The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM, took significant steps to enhance the welfare of police personnel and their families today, February 18, 2025, by presenting insurance benefit cheques to the next of kin of 706 fallen officers at the Goodluck Ebele Jonathan Peacekeeping Hall, Force Headquarters, Abuja. The event, which was attended by members of the…
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Fayemi mourns passing of elder statesman Pa Edwin Clark
Dr. Kayode Fayemi, former Governor of Ekiti State and ex-Chairman of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF), has expressed profound sorrow at the death of Elder Statesman Pa Edwin Clark. In a statement issued today by the head of the Fayemi Media Office, Mallam Ahmad Sajoh, Fayemi described Pa Clark as a patriot and a towering figure in Nigerian history. “It…
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President Tinubu mourns elder statesman Edwin Clark
By Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Chief Edwin Clark, a former federal commissioner for information and a respected leader of the Pan-Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF). Chief Clark, who passed away at the age of 97, was widely known for his advocacy on resource control, economic justice, and environmental rights in the Niger…
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NGF mourns deaths of statesmen Pa Adebanjo, Edwin Clark
By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin The Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) has joined President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and all stakeholders in the Nigerian project to mourn the passing of two great statesmen, Pa Ayo Adebanjo and Chief Edwin Clark, CON. The deaths of the nonagenarians are a significant loss in the ranks of outstanding voices who were never afraid to offer their…
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Nigeria’s oil sector poised for growth under Tinubu’s leadership – NUPRC CEO
By Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu’s administration is committed to transparency, attracting investment, and fostering sustainable growth in Nigeria’s oil and gas industry, says Gbenga Komolafe, Chief Executive of the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC). Speaking at the Renewed Hope Global Virtual Town Hall Conference, hosted by Joseph Adebola, Komolafe credited Tinubu’s policies for Nigeria’s recent crude oil production…
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FG advocates fair visa policies to strengthen Nigeria’s global trade influence
By Kunle Sanni The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has called for a more equitable visa regime to support Nigerian businesses seeking to expand internationally. Speaking in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, on Sunday, Idris represented President Bola Tinubu at a meeting with the executive members of the Nigerian community in Ethiopia, held on the sidelines of the 38th…
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