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TCN restores power supply in some Northern States
The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) says it has successfully restored bulk power supply through its 330kV Ugwuaji-Apir transmission line 1 as of 4:56 pm on Wednesday, following the completion of repairs on the vandalized section of the line. This was disclosed in a statement signed by the spokesperson of the TCN, Ndidi Mbah, on Wednesday. “With the restoration of…
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Living Faith risks losing airstrip, as Reps urge revocation of private entities’ licenses
The House of Representatives has urged Festus Keyamo, Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, to revoke airstrip licenses issued to individuals and organizations. The resolution was passed by the lower legislative chamber during Wednesday’s plenary session following the adoption of a motion of urgent public importance. The motion was sponsored by Sulaiman Abubakar, a lawmaker representing the Gummi/Bukkuyum federal constituency…
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Governors, monarchs given four weeks to finalize security role bill
By Kunle Sanni A committee of state governors and traditional rulers has been tasked with compiling key recommendations for a bill to establish a National Council of Traditional Rulers. The 15-member committee, led by Imo State Governor Hope Uzodimma, will consolidate proposals to clarify the role of traditional rulers in enhancing grassroots security. Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun disclosed this…
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Nigeria seeks global support for UNESCO-backed MIL institute
Nigeria’s Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has called on UNESCO member countries and global stakeholders in Media and Information Literacy (MIL) to support Nigeria’s bid to establish a UNESCO Category-2 International Media and Information Literacy Institute in Abuja. Represented by his Special Assistant, Dr. Sunday Baba, Minister Idris shared this appeal during the Ministerial Panel at the…
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BREAKING: Major Gen. Olufemi Oluyede appointed as acting COAS
By Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu, Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, has appointed Major General Olufemi Olatubosun Oluyede as the acting Chief of Army Staff (COAS) in light of the temporary absence of the current Chief of Army Staff, Lt. General Taoreed Abiodun Lagbaja, due to health reasons. Prior to this role, Oluyede served as the 56th Commander of the…
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Musawa pledges partnership with Ade-John to boost Nigerian tourism
By Tosin Brown Nigeria’s Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism, and the Creative Economy, Barrister Hannatu Musa Musawa, has committed to collaborating with her predecessor, Mrs. Lola Ade-John, to raise awareness and advance Nigeria’s tourism sector. During a formal handover ceremony at her office in Abuja, Musawa praised Ade-John’s contributions to the ministry. “In Honourable Minister Lola Ade-John, I found a…
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VP Shettima harps on benefits of thriving carnival industry in Nigeria
By Kunle Sanni Vice President Kashim Shettima has highlighted the potential of Nigeria’s carnival industry to foster national unity, strengthen cultural heritage, and create significant opportunities for youth empowerment. He announced that the Nigerian government is positioning the carnival sector to benefit from the global carnival market, which is estimated to be worth $5 billion. This strategy aims to drive…
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Senate begins screening of seven ministerial nominees
The Senate has begun the screening of seven ministerial nominees named last Wednesday by President Bola Tinubu. The screening exercised was held at the red chamber on Wednesday after it was postponed on Tuesday. The upper legislative house began with Nentawe Yilwatda, the nominee appointed to replace Betta Edu as the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction. The Senate…
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PCNGI to reduce Abuja airport taxi fares by 30%
The Presidential Compressed Natural Gas Initiative (PCNGI) has announced plans to significantly reduce taxi fares for services at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, by 30%. This initiative comes after the signing of an agreement with Airport Taxi Operators to convert 800 vehicles to run on compressed natural gas (CNG). Mr. Michael Oluwagbemi, the Programme Director and Chief Executive of…
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