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President Tinubu hails Aliko Dangote on birthday

By Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu has extended warm birthday wishes to Africa’s richest man and industrialist, Aliko Dangote, praising his transformative contributions to the continent’s economic landscape. In a statement released on Wednesday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President described Dangote as a visionary whose entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to Africa’s development have…

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FG denies dismissing Zulum’s security concerns, warns against sensational reporting

The Federal Government has refuted claims that the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, dismissed recent security concerns raised by Borno State Governor, Prof. Babagana Umara Zulum. In a statement issued on Thursday, the Minister’s office described the headline of an online publication—which claimed Idris said “Ignore Zulum, Boko Haram is not taking over Borno”—as false, misleading, and…

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Shettima celebrates late philanthropist Olowolafe

…offers condolences to Ajimobi Family over daughter’s demise By Kunle Sanni Vice President Kashim Shettima has paid glowing tribute to the late Mrs. Gbemisola Olowolafe, describing her as a woman who lived a life of selfless service, compassion, and unwavering commitment to humanity. Speaking at a service of songs and night of tributes held on Wednesday at the Eko Convention…

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VP Shettima urges new NISO Board to drive urgent power sector reforms

By Kunle Sanni Vice President Kashim Shettima has tasked members of the newly inaugurated Board of Directors of the Nigerian Independent System Operator (NISO) Limited to urgently address the challenges plaguing Nigeria’s electricity supply and national grid. Speaking during the inauguration ceremony held on Tuesday at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, Shettima emphasized that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration is…

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Nigeria tightens security with EU, INTERPOL’s WAPIS platform

By Kunle Sanni The Federal Government has officially received the West African Police Information System (WAPIS) platform and infrastructure from the European Union and INTERPOL, marking a significant step in strengthening security cooperation across Nigeria and the West African region. At a ceremony held at the ECOWAS Secretariat in Abuja on Monday, the Minister of Police Affairs, Senator Ibrahim Gaidam,…

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NASENI, Caverton commence UAV training for female engineers

The National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI), in collaboration with Caverton Helicopters, has commenced a six-week training programme for 10 selected female engineers and scientists in Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) technology. The training, which began on Monday, April 7, 2025, at Caverton’s training school in Ikeja, Lagos, is part of the ongoing NASENI-Caverton (NASCAV) partnership. The initiative aligns…

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FG aiming to modernize Nigeria’s broadcasting infrastructure – Minister

The Federal Government of Nigeria has initiated major investments in advanced technologies and state-of-the-art equipment for its media organizations, aiming to significantly enhance service delivery, according to the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris. Speaking at the ongoing National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) Show 2025 in Las Vegas, Nevada, Idris revealed that these efforts will include upgrading and…

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PHOTO NEWS: Nigeria welcomes Sweden’s Crown Princess Victoria in Abuja

Sweden’s Crown Princess Victoria received a warm welcome in Abuja on Monday, April 7, 2025, during a special reception organized in her honour. The event was attended by key dignitaries, including Sweden’s Minister of Infrastructure and Housing, Mr. Andreas Carlson, and Nigeria’s Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Senator Abubakar Bagudu. Crown Princess Victoria’s visit is expected to further cement…

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