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Over $200 million invested in Nigeria’s CNG initiative, says project director
By Kunle Sanni The Presidential Compressed Natural Gas Initiative (Pi-CNG) has reported that more than $200 million has been invested in Nigeria’s transition to Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) as an alternative fuel, a move aimed at lowering fuel costs and promoting cleaner energy nationwide. Michael Oluwagbemi, project director and CEO of Pi-CNG, addressed recent media criticisms of the initiative on…
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EFCC Chairman urges youths to leverage fashion industry for economic growth
The Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Mr. Ola Olukoyede, has encouraged Nigerian youths to embrace opportunities within the booming fashion and design industry, highlighting its potential to drive economic growth and promote Nigeria’s image positively. Speaking at the African Fashion Festival Master Class in Abuja, Olukoyede, represented by Aisha Mohammed, Head of the EFCC’s Enlightenment…
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Blue Economy sector offers opportunities for Nigerian youth, says Minister at OAU conference
The Honourable Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Mr. Gboyega Oyetola, represented by the Managing Director of Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA), Mr. Mohammed Bello-Koko, emphasized the vast opportunities within Nigeria’s blue economy sector for the nation’s youth. He made the assertion during the 2024 International Conference on “Advancing Entrepreneurship Education and Practice for Sustainable Development in Africa,” organized by the…
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Nigeria will not force Kemi Badenoch to identify with her roots- Dabiri-Erewa
The Chairman/CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) Abike Dabiri-Erewa, says Nigeria will not force the newly elected leader of UK’s Conservative Party, Kemi Badenoch, to identify with her Nigerian roots. Dabiri-Erewa, whose office oversees activities of Nigerians in diaspora, disclosed that her office has reached out to Badenoch a few times and got no response. “It depends on…
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First Lady Oluremi Tinubu visits family of late CoAS, offers condolences
The First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, paid a condolence visit to the family of the late Chief of Army Staff, Lt. General Taoreed Lagbaja, who passed away at the age of 56 after a period of illness. Accompanied by the wife of the Vice President, Hajia Nana Shettima, and the wife of the National Security Adviser, Hajia Ribadu,…
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Lagbaja: President Tinubu postpones FEC meeting in tribute to late Chief of Army Staff
By Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu has postponed the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting originally scheduled for today, as a mark of respect for Lt. General Taoreed Lagbaja, the Chief of Army Staff, who passed away on Tuesday night. General Lagbaja, who served as Chief of Army Staff from June 19, 2023, until his death on November 5, 2024, was…
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NGF mourns late Chief of Army Staff, Lagbaja
By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin The Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Chief of Army Staff Lt. Gen. Taoreed Abiodun Lagbaja, joining President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the nation in mourning the loss of a respected military leader. In a condolence statement issued on Wednesday by NGF Chairman and Kwara State Governor, Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq, the…
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Passing of late CoAS, ‘huge misfortune’, says Osun Governor
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has expressed profound sorrow over the sudden passing of late Chief of Army Staff, Lt. General Taoheed Lagbaja, hailing him as a “rare breed” and a “true patriot.” Describing the loss as a significant misfortune for Osun State, the Nigerian Army, and the people of Ilobu, Adeleke extended his heartfelt…
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BREAKING: Tinubu announces death of Chief of Army Staff, General Lagbaja
Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu, Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, regrets to announce the passing of Lt. General Taoreed Abiodun Lagbaja, Chief of the Army Staff, the presidency has announced. He died at 56. According to a statement by Bayo Onanuga Special Adviser to the President (Information and Strategy) Lagbaja passed away on Tuesday night in Lagos after a period…
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NCC, Judiciary, partner to strengthen Nigeria’s digital laws
By Kunle Sanni The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and the National Judicial Institute (NJI) have launched the 2024 Annual Workshop for Judges on Legal and Regulatory Issues in the Communications Industry. Held in Lagos, the workshop brings together leaders from the judiciary and telecommunications sectors to examine the judiciary’s role in accelerating digital advancements nationwide. Aminu Maida, Executive Vice Chairman…
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