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NASENI calls for stronger research to accelerate innovation, economic growth
The National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) has called for stronger research efforts to accelerate innovation and drive economic growth, urging researchers to intensify work that will deliver technological breakthroughs and support Nigeria’s industrial development. The Director of the Nano Science Department, Dr. Chika Ezeanyanaso, made the call while declaring open the NASENI Hybrid Scientific Engagement Programme: Science…
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No decision yet on replacing NYSC khaki uniform, minister clarifies
The Minister of Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande, has clarified that the Federal Government has not approved the replacement of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) khaki uniform with Adire fabric, describing his earlier comments as examples of proposals under consideration rather than a final decision. The clarification came hours after the minister suggested during a television interview that locally made…
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FG to replace NYSC khaki with adire as scheme adopts new reforms
The Federal Government has announced that the traditional khaki uniform worn by members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) will be replaced with Adire fabric as part of the newly approved reforms aimed at strengthening local production and boosting the nation’s economy. Minister of Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande, disclosed this on Thursday during an interview on Channels Television’s The…
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Nigeria will not be able to survive another civil way – Obasanjo
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has warned that Nigeria cannot survive another civil war, urging leaders and citizens to learn from the country’s painful history to prevent a repeat of the 1967–1970 conflict. Obasanjo made the remarks on Wednesday in Abeokuta during the public presentation of a book on the Asaba massacre and related events, authored by Chuck Nduka-Eze, Chairman of…
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Security agencies kill 1,597 terrorists, rescue 1,516 hostages in six months—AFN
Security and law enforcement agencies in Nigeria on Thursday announced that coordinated operations across the country resulted in the neutralisation of 1,597 terrorists and insurgents, the rescue of 1,516 kidnapped victims, and the arrest of thousands of criminal suspects during the first half of 2026. The achievements were unveiled on Thursday during a Joint Security Press Briefing at the Defence…
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Archbishop Martins becomes first Nigerian bishop named to Vatican Dicastery
The head of the Catholic Church, Pope Leo XIV, has appointed the Catholic Archbishop of Lagos, Most Rev. Dr. Alfred Adewale Martins, as a member of the Vatican’s Dicastery for Evangelization, making him the first Nigerian bishop to serve on the body. The appointment, which took effect on June 30, 2026, was announced in a statement signed by the Secretary…
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Police probe found Adeyemi’s Presidential Council fictitious — Presidency
…..Labels him a serial con artist The Presidency on Wednesday said police investigations established that the Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council, also known as the Presidential Economic Advisory Council, was a fictitious organisation allegedly created by Adeniyi Adeyemi Matthew, who is facing trial on charges of forgery, impersonation and obtaining by false pretence. In a statement, the Special Adviser to…
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State police framework will include safeguards against abuse — Bamidele
Senate Leader, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele, on Wednesday assured Nigerians that constitutional and legal safeguards would back the proposed state police system to prevent its abuse by state governments. Speaking with State House correspondents in Abuja, Bamidele who represents Ekiti Central at the red chambers said the National Assembly was mindful of public concerns over the potential misuse of state police…
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Akume tasks oversight institutions on stronger fiscal governance
The Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), George Akume, has called for stronger collaboration among fiscal and oversight institutions to enhance transparency, accountability and prudent public financial management in line with the Federal Government’s Renewed Hope Agenda. Akume made the call on Tuesday while receiving the management of the Fiscal Responsibility Commission, led by its Acting Executive Chairman…
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CIPPON peace deal offers fresh start for printing industry, says minister
The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has urged stakeholders in Nigeria’s printing industry to unite and collaborate to drive the sector’s growth and improve its global competitiveness. Speaking on Tuesday at the Nigeria Print Industry Stakeholders’ Summit 2026 in Abuja, the minister said the resolution of the leadership crisis within the Chartered Institute of Professional Printers of…
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