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President Tinubu begins two-day official visit to Katsina
By Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu is visiting Katsina State today for a two-day official engagement focused on security and development initiatives. During the visit, the President is expected to meet with key stakeholders to assess the state’s security situation, which has faced persistent challenges in recent years. As part of his itinerary, Tinubu will commission two major projects: the…
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May 1st: Tinubu salutes Nigerian workers, reaffirms commitment to welfare
By Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu has extended warm greetings to Nigerian workers as the nation marks Workers’ Day, commending their vital role in driving economic growth. In a message posted Thursday on his X account, Tinubu described Nigerian workers as “the engine of our economy and the secret to our nation’s growth,” highlighting their contributions across all sectors. The…
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FG, Plateau partner on livestock revolution, launches Wase Grazing Lot
The Federal Government has unveiled a major livestock development project in Plateau State with the official launch of the Wase Grazing Lot, a key component of Nigeria’s renewed push to modernize its agricultural sector. The launch ceremony, held at the Government House in Jos, was led by the Minister of Livestock Development, Dr. Idi Mukhtar Maiha, who said the initiative…
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May 1st: ‘Brighter days ahead for Nigerian workers’ — Kalu
By Kunle Sanni Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, has commended Nigerian workers for their resilience and dedication, recognizing their vital role in national development. In a statement marking the 2025 International Workers’ Day, Kalu praised President Bola Tinubu’s administration for its commitment to workers’ welfare, citing the swift approval of a new minimum wage by the…
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Workers’ Day: First Lady calls for fairness, dignity in labour
By Kunle Sanni First Lady Oluremi Tinubu has saluted Nigerian workers for their unwavering commitment to nation-building, marking the 2025 Workers’ Day with a message of gratitude and hope. In a statement issued on Thursday, May 1, the First Lady praised workers across all sectors—public, private, formal, and informal—for their resilience, calling them the backbone of Nigeria’s progress. “On this…
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Alake urges NIPSS to drive national mindset shift for development
The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake, has called on the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS) to lead the charge in reshaping the mental attitude of Nigerians, describing it as a critical foundation for effective governance and sustainable national development. Dr. Alake made the call on Wednesday while receiving participants of NIPSS Senior Executive Course…
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Nigeria set to host 4th AU MSME Forum in June
…as President Tinubu approves Planning Committee By Kunle Sanni Nigeria is set to host the 4th edition of the African Union (AU) Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) Forum in Abuja from June 23 to 27, 2025, following President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s approval of an Oversight Committee to coordinate preparations for the high-level continental event. Themed “Building Resilient MSMEs through…
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Tinubu hails Dangote on World Bank appointment
By Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Africa’s richest man, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, on his appointment to the World Bank’s Private Sector Investment Lab—an international initiative aimed at boosting investment and job creation in developing countries. In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu described the appointment as well-deserved, citing Dangote’s…
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Late Sheikh Hadiyyatullah to be buried today in Osun — Supreme Council announces
The Supreme Council for Shari’ah in Nigeria (SCSN) has announced that the Janazah (funeral) prayer and burial of its President, Sheikh AbdurRasheed Hadiyyatullah, will take place today, Tuesday, April 29, 2025. According to a statement issued by the Council’s Secretary General, Naf Baba Ahmad, the revered Islamic scholar who died on Monday, will be interred at 2:00 PM in his…
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Tinubu celebrates Tony Attah at 60, hails Oriwu Sun’s 40-year legacy
By Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu has congratulated two distinguished Nigerians—Tony Attah, CEO of Renaissance Africa Energy, on his 60th birthday, and Chief Monsor Olowosago, publisher of Oriwu Sun, as the community newspaper marks 40 years in publication. Saluting Mr. Attah, the President praised his leadership in Nigeria’s oil and gas sector, including his roles as former CEO of Nigeria…
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