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NPF celebrates inaugural National Police Day with grand parade in Abuja
The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) on Monday, April 7, 2025, held a historic celebration to mark its maiden National Police Day at Eagle Square in Abuja, spotlighting the institution’s pivotal role in safeguarding national security. The event featured a grand parade and procession, where police personnel demonstrated professionalism, tactical expertise, and operational readiness. Spectacular displays included advanced equipment and units…
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Nigeria, Sweden strengthen ties in renewable energy, agriculture, healthcare
By Kunle Sanni Nigeria and Sweden are poised to deepen their bilateral ties in key sectors such as renewable energy, precision agriculture, healthcare innovation, and gender inclusion, as Vice President Kashim Shettima hosted Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden in Abuja on Monday. The meeting, held at the Presidential Villa, marks a significant advancement in diplomatic and economic relations between the…
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FG partners Big Win Philanthropy, ministries to strengthen Nigeria’s creative economy
The Federal Ministry of Art, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy (FMACTCE) has announced a landmark collaboration with Big Win Philanthropy and key government ministries aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s creative economy through data-driven governance and inter-agency synergy. At an Inter-Ministerial Roundtable held recently in Abuja, stakeholders from the Ministries of Education, Youth Development, and other sectors joined the FMACTCE and Big…
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Minister of Information leads Nigerian delegation to 2025 NAB Conference in Las Vegas
The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has led a delegation of heads of Nigerian government agencies to the 2025 National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) Conference and Workshop in Las Vegas, USA. This was disclosed on Monday in a statement by the ministry. The NAB event, which runs from April 5 to 9, carries the theme “The Technology,…
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President Tinubu declares April 7 National Police Day, commits to police reform
By Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu has pledged his administration’s full commitment to building a modern, well-trained, and well-equipped Nigeria Police Force capable of effectively responding to the country’s internal security challenges. Speaking through Vice President Kashim Shettima at the inaugural National Police Day celebration held on April 7, 2025, at Eagle Square, Abuja, the President announced that the date…
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Nigeria, Saudi Arabia strengthen operational partnership against drug trafficking networks
… as NDLEA, GDNC sign MoU The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) and the General Directorate of Narcotics Control (GDNC) of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia have signed a Memorandum of Understanding, MoU, to strengthen operational partnership and tighten the noose on drug trafficking networks operating between both countries. Highlights of the MoU include: exchange of intelligence between Nigeria…
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First Lady donates N1bn to combat cervical cancer in Nigeria
By Kunle Sanni As part of activities marking the 2025 World Health Day, the First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has donated N1 billion through her Renewed Hope Initiative to support the fight against cervical cancer in Nigeria. The donation was announced on Monday during a courtesy visit by the National Taskforce on Cervical Cancer Elimination, led by the…
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Pi-CNG attracts $491m investment, generates 84,000 jobs — FG
By Kunle Sanni The Presidential Compressed Natural Gas Initiative (Pi-CNG) has attracted over $491 million in investments and generated more than 84,000 jobs since its launch, according to the Programme Director and CEO, Michael Oluwagbemi. The federal government officially launched the Pi-CNG scheme on October 27 with the goal of building a sustainable future by leveraging the country’s affordable and…
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Tinubu’s respect for national sovereignty significantly influences effectiveness of Nigeria’s foreign policy- Jimoh Ibrahim
Chairman of the Nigerian Senate Inter-Parliamentary Committee, Sen. Jimoh Ibrahim, has emphasised that President Bola Tinubu’s respect for national sovereignty significantly influences the effectiveness of Nigeria’s foreign policy. Ibrahim made the remarks at the 150th session of the General Assembly of the World Parliament standing committee on peace and international security in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. He cited Niger as a unique…
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Nigeria among 13 countries affected by Saudi visa suspension
Saudi Arabian authorities have temporarily suspended the issuance of various categories of visas — including Umrah, business, and family visit visas — for citizens of 13 countries, including Nigeria, ahead of the 2025 Hajj season. The decision, reportedly confirmed by diplomatic sources and published by Pakistani media outlet ARY News, aims to regulate travel and ensure security during the pilgrimage…
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