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Tinubu appoints two new Permanent Secretaries in Federal Civil Service
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the appointment of two new Permanent Secretaries to fill existing vacancies in the Federal Civil Service. The newly appointed officials are Mr. Adeladan Rafiu Olarinre, representing Oyo State, and Mr. Mukhtar Yawale Muhammed, representing the North-West geopolitical zone. The appointments followed a rigorous selection process aimed at upholding meritocracy, excellence, and competence within the…
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Akpoti-Uduaghan’s supporters storm National Assembly
Supporters of the lawmaker representing Kogi Central Senatorial District, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, have stormed the National Assembly in Abuja. The supporters reportedly converged at the assembly gate but were dispersed by security operatives with tear gas to prevent a breakdown of law and order. They converged on the National Assembly gate as early as 8 am with the resumption of plenary…
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‘Controversial but extraordinary leader’ – Tinubu hails Obasanjo on 88th birthday
By Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu has described former President Olusegun Obasanjo as a “controversial but extraordinary leader” while acknowledging his contributions to Nigeria’s development as the elder statesman marks his 88th birthday. In a statement released on Wednesday, Tinubu praised Obasanjo’s influence on national affairs, noting that while his interventions are sometimes contentious, they have played a significant role…
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Nigeria strengthens security ties with France, UK on cybercrime, counterterrorism
The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has reinforced Nigeria’s commitment to international security cooperation through high-level meetings with delegations from France and the United Kingdom at the Force Headquarters in Abuja. The IGP recently hosted a French delegation led by Lieutenant General Régis Colcombet, the Director of Defence and Security Cooperation, alongside senior officials from the French Embassy.…
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NITDA, JICA kick-off “IgniteHer” bootcamp to empower women entrepreneurs
In a bid to bolster women’s entrepreneurship in Nigeria, the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), in collaboration with the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), has kicked off the “IgniteHer” Entrepreneurship Bootcamp in Abuja, a five-day intensive program designed to empower and uplift women entrepreneurs across the nation. Speaking during the launch of the programme, the NITDA’s Director General, Kashifu…
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Tinubu appoints Ogunjimi as Accountant General of the Federation
By Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu has appointed Shamsedeen Ogunjimi as the new Accountant General of the Federation after a rigorous selection process. His appointment, approved today, takes effect on March 7, 2025, the same day the incumbent, Oluwatoyin Madehin, will retire. Ogunjimi, 57, was first named as Madehin’s successor last December. A selection committee later confirmed his appointment through…
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Tuggar meets UK’s David Lammy to strengthen bilateral ties
By Kunle Sanni Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar, met with British Foreign Secretary David Lammy in the United Kingdom to discuss bilateral relations and regional security. Lammy shared details of the meeting in a post on X (formerly Twitter) on Tuesday, highlighting efforts to strengthen the UK-Nigeria partnership and address security challenges in the Sahel and Sudan. “Great…
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FG to unveil new payment platform to replace REMITA
Kunle Sanni The Federal Government is set to launch a new payment platform today to replace REMITA, the system previously used for revenue collection. According to a memo from the Office of the Accountant General of the Federation, dated February 28 and reported by PUNCH, the new platform, called the Treasury Management & Revenue Assurance System (TMRAS), aims to enhance…
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Tuggar embarks on diplomatic shuttle to United Kingdom
Nigeria’s Foreign Affairs Minister, His Excellency Ambassador Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, has embarked on a high-level working visit to the United Kingdom. The trip comes as part of an ongoing strategy to deepen bilateral ties and foster strategic cooperation across critical sectors such as trade, investment, technology, media, and academia. During his visit, Ambassador Tuggar is slated to engage in several…
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Tinubu appoints Martins Imonitie as CEO of Nigerian Mining Corporation
Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu has appointed Martins Imonitie as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Nigerian Mining Corporation, tasking him with revitalizing the sector. The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dele Alake, announced the appointment on Monday while addressing State House correspondents after the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting presided over by the president. Alake highlighted Imonitie’s extensive…
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