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Tinubu commissions Gishiri Road, reaffirms infrastructure as development catalyst
President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed the critical role of infrastructure in Nigeria’s economic transformation, stating it is “not a luxury, but a necessity.” He made the remarks on Wednesday during the official commissioning of Gishiri Road in the Federal Capital Territory, a key route linking Shehu Shagari Way to Wole Soyinka Way through the Katampe District. Speaking at the ceremony,…
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Experts canvass stronger strategic partnership to advance Africa’s storytelling industry
Leaders from the media and technology sectors have canvassed stronger strategic partnerships to advance Africa’s storytelling industry. They made this appeal during the second edition of the Blanche Aigle Communications Media Roundtable Summit, a leading Pan-African public relations and marketing communications agency. The organisers disclosed that the recently held summit brought together a diverse group of policymakers, journalists, creatives, influencers,…
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NEF accuses FG of marginalizing Northern Nigeria in infrastructure spending
By Kunle Sanni The Northern Elders Forum (NEF) has accused the Federal Government of systematically excluding Northern Nigeria—especially the North East—from recent infrastructure allocations, calling the imbalance a threat to national unity that requires urgent correction. In a statement by its spokesperson, Professor Abubakar Jika Jiddere, NEF criticized the disbursement of funds for key road and rail projects, citing what…
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JUST IN: Tinubu mandates payment for use of newly rehabilitated International Conference Centre
By Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu has ordered that all Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) must pay to use the newly renovated Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Conference Centre in Abuja, emphasizing the need for financial discipline and sustainability. The directive came on Tuesday during the official commissioning of the refurbished facility, formerly known as the Abuja International Conference Centre. The…
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PHOTO NEWS: Tinubu commissions newly renovated International Conference Centre in Abuja
By Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday cut the ribbon to reopen Abuja’s landmark event arena—freshly refurbished and officially rebranded as the Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Conference Centre (BAT-ICC). The renaming was announced by Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike. Wike said the change honours the President’s push to modernise key infrastructure in the capital and underscores a new…
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Tinubu hails Wike as ‘transformational leader’ at ICC commissioning
By Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu has commended the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, describing him as a transformational leader with vision and determination. The President made the remarks on Tuesday during the official commissioning of the newly rehabilitated International Conference Centre (ICC) in Abuja. Western Post reported that the event centre has now been renamed…
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Wike renames Abuja’s International Conference Centre after President Tinubu
By Kunle Sanni The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has officially renamed the recently rehabilitated International Conference Centre (ICC) in Abuja in honor of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The iconic facility will now be known as the Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Conference Centre. The renaming was announced Tuesday during the facility’s ongoing commissioning ceremony taking place…
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Oluremi Tinubu visits Enugu, urges national support for women’s health
By Kunle Sanni First Lady Oluremi Tinubu has called on Nigerians to look beyond political affiliations and unite to build a strong, safe, and prosperous nation. Speaking during her visit to traditional rulers in Enugu State as part of a two-day working tour, the First Lady described Nigeria’s diversity as a blessing that should be harnessed for national growth. Senator…
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Mutfwang reaffirms commitment to people-centred development
In a renewed pledge to deliver people-oriented governance, the governor of Plateau State, Caleb Mutfwang, has reiterated his commitment to translating policies into tangible impacts that address the needs of the people. Mutfwang, who was together with his Wife, Barr. Helen Mutfwang made the pledge during a Pentecost Sunday Service at St. Luke’s Cathedral, Anglican Communion, Rwang Pam Street, Jos.…
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Shettima relaunches 375 tractors revamped by NASENI in Borno
Vice President Kashim Shettima on Sunday commissioned 375 refurbished tractors under the National Assets Restoration Programme of the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) to boost mechanized farming in Borno State. The ceremony, held at the Borno State Agricultural Mechanization Agency in Maiduguri, marked the official launch of NASENI’s drive to revive abandoned public assets for productive use,…
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