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25 million Nigerians received ₦25,000 in conditional cash transfers — FG
By Kunle Sanni The Federal Government announced on Thursday that 25 million Nigerians have benefited from its ₦25,000 conditional cash transfer program. Speaking after the National Economic Council (NEC) meeting, chaired by Vice President Kashim Shettima, Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, highlighted President Bola Tinubu’s ongoing efforts to alleviate hardships caused by subsidy removal…
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VP Shettima calls for decentralization of electricity to address national grid failures
By Kunle Sanni Vice President Kashim Shettima announced Thursday that the National Economic Council (NEC) will adopt measures to expedite the decentralization of Nigeria’s national grid, aiming to end the frequent grid collapses that have left parts of northern Nigeria in prolonged darkness. Shettima outlined key steps in the decentralization process, including establishing mini-grids and increasing the use of renewable…
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BREAKING: Nigeria’s AI talent development boosted by N2.8bn Google support
The Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation & Digital Economy (FMCIDE) has announced a major boost to Nigeria’s AI talent development with a new N2.8 billion grant from Google.org. This funding, provided to Data Science Nigeria, aims to advance AI education and skill-building across Nigeria, especially for underemployed and unemployed youth, and is part of Google’s broader $5.8 million commitment to…
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NEC orders audit of Nigeria’s waterways, dams
The National Economic Council (NEC) has directed the Ministry of Water Resources and Sanitation to conduct a comprehensive integrity review of Nigeria’s waterways and dams to address the devastating impacts of flooding. Governor Charles Soludo of Anambra State disclosed this after a NEC meeting held at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, presided over by Vice President Kashim Shettima. Soludo shared that…
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First Lady assures Nigerians of commitment to support less-privileged in society
…as RHI distributes food items to beneficiaries in Ekiti The First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has reaffirmed the commitment of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration to enhance the lives of ordinary Nigerians. Speaking through the Vice President’s wife, Hajia Nana Shettima, during a food distribution event at the Government House in Ado Ekiti, she emphasized that the government’s…
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Flood crisis affects 1.3 million Nigerians across 34 states, urgent national response needed — NEC
By Kunle Sanni The National Economic Council (NEC) reports that 1,374,557 people across 34 states have been affected by this year’s devastating floods, which have caused significant loss of life and property. Governor Charles Soludo of Anambra State provided these figures on Thursday while briefing State House correspondents after the NEC meeting at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. He noted…
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Reps advances bill requiring ministerial portfolios in nomination list
The House of Representatives has passed the second reading of a bill mandating the president to attach specific portfolios to ministerial nominations. The proposed legislation, which seeks to amend sections 147 and 192 of the 1999 Constitution, is sponsored by Eugene Dibiagwu from Imo State. The bill aims to enhance transparency and accountability in the nomination process by also requiring…
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BREAKING: NEC recommends withdrawal of proposed tax reform bill from National Assembly
By Kunle Sanni The National Economic Council (NEC) has recommended the immediate withdrawal of the proposed tax reform bill currently before the National Assembly. Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State announced the decision on Thursday following the NEC meeting held at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. “NEC noted the need for sufficient alignment on the proposed reforms and recommended the…
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Proposed tax reform bills not against North, says Presidency
By Kunle Sanni Presidential Adviser Bayo Onanuga has announced that the new Value Added Tax (VAT) proposal currently before the National Assembly aims to create a fairer revenue-sharing system, especially benefiting Northern states that produce food and resources. According to Onanuga, the proposed model differs from the current system, which distributes VAT based on the location of tax remittance. Instead,…
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Reps consider bill to create special seats for women, PWDs
The Nigerian House of Representatives is debating a proposed constitutional amendment to establish six dedicated seats for women and persons with disabilities (PWDs) within the legislative chamber. Sponsored by House spokesperson Akin Rotimi, this bill aims to increase representation and inclusivity in the House. The current 1999 Constitution allocates 360 seats in the House of Representatives, and the amendment would…
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