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Oluremi Tinubu donates N2bn to revive Akwete textile production in Abia
First Lady Oluremi Tinubu, has announced a N2 billion donation to support the revitalisation of the historic Akwete handwoven textile industry in Abia State, describing the fabric as an important part of the country’s cultural heritage that must be preserved for future generations. Speaking during a visit to Akwete, the traditional home of the renowned handwoven fabric on Tuesday, the…
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2027: Kogi leaders pledges support for Tinubu as presidential team inspects projects
Senior officials of the Kogi State Government have assured President Bola Tinubu and the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) of overwhelming electoral support in the 2027 general elections, citing ongoing federal and state infrastructure projects as evidence of the administration’s development agenda. The assurance was given on Monday as the Renewed Hope Ambassadors and the Presidential Media Team concluded the…
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23 rescued, eight dead as search continues after Jigawa boat mishap
At least eight people have been confirmed dead, while 23 others were rescued after a passenger boat carrying about 40 people capsized in Ringim Local Government Area of Jigawa State. The incident occurred around 4:30 p.m. on Sunday at Malamawar-Yan Dutse as the boat, conveying mostly female farmers and labourers, overturned while crossing a waterway, leaving several passengers trapped. Police…
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Insecurity: Kogi deploys AI-backed CCTV, vigilantes to secure schools
The Kogi State Government has unveiled a technology-driven security system for public schools, saying the deployment of surveillance technology alongside security agencies, vigilantes and local hunters has strengthened the safety of students and educational institutions across the state. State Commissioner for Information and Communications, Kingsley Fanwo, disclosed this on Monday during an inspection of federal and state government projects by…
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Enugu approves Smart City housing, cable car, golf resort projects
The Enugu State Executive Council has approved the construction of 1,000 housing units at the Enugu Smart City, the Okpatu-Awhum Cable Car Project and the Ovu Lake Golf Resort as part of a fresh round of infrastructure, housing and tourism projects aimed at accelerating development and expanding the state’s economy. The approvals were granted at the council’s meeting held at…
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Kaduna–Kano, Kano–Daura rail projects on course for December 2026 completion, FG says
The federal government says the Kaduna–Kano and Kano–Daura–Katsina sections of the Kano–Maradi Railway Development Project remain on track for commissioning in December 2026, with construction now between 70 and 75 per cent complete. The Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Transportation, Funsho Adebiyi, disclosed this during an inspection of the project by officials of the Debt Management Office (DMO),…
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Tinubu’s reforms freeing more funds for states, says Sunday Dare
The Special Adviser to the President on Media and Public Communication, Sunday Dare, says President Bola Tinubu’s economic reforms are enabling greater investment in infrastructure and education across states, citing projects inspected by the Renewed Hope Ambassadors in Kogi State. Dare made the remarks on Sunday during the ongoing National Media Tour, where members of the Renewed Hope Ambassadors and…
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APC’s success depends on dialogue, unity, Idris tells stakeholders in Niger
The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has said the continued success of the All Progressives Congress (APC) depends on dialogue, inclusiveness and unity, urging party members in Niger State to embrace reconciliation and mutual respect. Idris made the call on Saturday at the Niger State APC Stakeholders’ Meeting convened by Governor Umaru Mohammed Bago at the Government…
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Subsidy removal raised Imo’s FAAC from N100m to N10.7bn, says Uzodimma
Imo State Governor Hope Uzodimma says the removal of petrol subsidy by President Bola Tinubu dramatically increased the state’s monthly federal allocation, enabling his administration to fund infrastructure and social development projects. Speaking in Owerri on Friday during a reception for participants of the Presidential Media Tour, Uzodimma said Imo’s financial situation changed significantly after the Federal Government ended the…
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Alia vows to flush out terrorists, links Benue security to revival of Taraku Mills
Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia has vowed to sustain the fight against terrorists, saying restoring security across the state is critical to protecting farmlands, reviving industries and strengthening the state’s economy. The governor said his administration would continue to enforce relevant laws and intensify operations against criminal groups until they are driven out of the state. Alia spoke during an…
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