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Trump considers travel ban on 43 countries, Nigeria not included
United States President Donald Trump is considering imposing a travel ban on nationals from 43 countries, according to an internal memo cited in a Reuters report. The memo categorizes the countries into three groups—red, orange, and yellow—based on the severity of restrictions. However, Nigeria, along with other African economic powerhouses like South Africa, Algeria, and Egypt, is not on the…
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Oluremi Tinubu named Grand Patron of 2025 African Women’s Volleyball Championship
Kunle Sanni First Lady Oluremi Tinubu has been named Grand Patron for the 2025 African Women’s Volleyball Championship, set to take place in April. Speaking at the State House, Abuja, during a courtesy visit by officials of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) and the National Sports Commission (NSC), Senator Tinubu reaffirmed that women have a place in all spheres of…
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NCC, UK FCDO, ITU partner to improve rural connectivity in Nigeria
The Universal Service Provision Fund (USPF) of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has praised the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) and the United Kingdom Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (UK FCDO) for their collaboration with the Nigerian government in expanding rural connectivity to drive socio-economic development. USPF Secretary, Yomi Arowosafe, made the commendation during an Industry-Focused Stakeholders Engagement Session held in…
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Abiru bags Responsive Representation for Good Governance award
The Senator representing Lagos East Senatorial District, Sen. Tokunbo Abiru, has bagged the ‘Responsive Representation For Good Governance ‘ award. Abiru , who is the Chairman Senate Committee on Banking , Insurance and other Financial Institutions, was conferred the award by the Senate Press Corps. Speaking during the presentation, the Chairman of the Corps , Taiye Odewale, said the award…
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Tinubu to Catholic Bishops: Tough reforms necessary to secure Nigeria’s future
Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu has assured Nigerians that he fully understands their hardships but emphasized that ongoing economic reforms are necessary to build a stronger and more resilient country for future generations. Speaking during a meeting with the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, on Friday, President Tinubu reiterated that his administration’s policies, including…
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Nigeria experiencing steady progress, says First Lady
Kunle Sanni First Lady Oluremi Tinubu has expressed confidence in Nigeria’s progress, stating that the country is witnessing a gradual but steady improvement that will lead to greater impact. Speaking while receiving spouses of heads of missions in Nigeria at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, Senator Tinubu emphasized that Nigeria is a work in progress and that the current administration, with…
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Nigeria seeks global investment to unlock energy potential – Edun
Nigeria is positioning itself as a key player in the global energy market as it seeks to harness its vast energy potential and expand access to electricity, according to the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun. Speaking at the Sustainable Energy for All (SEforALL) Forum in Bridgetown, Barbados, Edun called on global investors to partner…
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PHOTO NEWS: Osinbajo, Edun, Adelabu take centre stage at SEforALL forum in Barbados
Former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, Ministers of Finance, Wale Edun and his Power and Environment counterparts Adebayo Adelabu and Abbas Lawal took centre stage at the Annual SEforALL forum on sustainable energy, security and prosperity in Barbados. The event had in attendance the Prime Minister of Barbados Mia Mottley and other global players. The former Vice President took to his…
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PHOTO NEWS: Tinubu meets Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria in Abuja
By Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu on Friday received a delegation from the Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) at the State House in Abuja.
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Nigeria rejects claims of targeted killings of christians, urges caution in reporting
By Kunle Sanni The Nigerian government has dismissed allegations of targeted killings of Christians, describing such claims as misleading and inaccurate. In a statement issued on Friday, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs criticized reports suggesting that religious persecution is driving violence in the country, warning against misinformation that could escalate tensions. According to the Ministry, these allegations are part of…
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