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IWD: FCT Minister hails women’s contributions, pledges continued support
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has commended women for their invaluable contributions to society, describing them as pillars of homes and key drivers of societal progress. In his goodwill message marking International Women’s Day, Wike expressed deep appreciation for the roles women play, particularly those in the FCT. He assured that under his leadership, women…
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Nigeria signs 3 million tonnes per annum Kebbi cement plant deal, boosts jobs, export
The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, has described MSM Cement Ltd’s new Kebbi Cement Plant as a significant boost to Nigeria’s industrialization and job creation agenda. Speaking at the signing ceremony for the 3-million-tonne-per-annum facility, Edun emphasized the project’s alignment with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s economic vision, highlighting its role in driving private-sector investment,…
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APC inaugurates screening, appeal committees for Anambra governorship candidates
By Kunle Sanni The All Progressives Congress (APC) has inaugurated a seven-member Screening Committee for the Anambra State governorship aspirants, with former Katsina State Governor, Ibrahim Shehu Shema, as chairman. The committee was formally inaugurated on Friday by the party’s National Chairman, Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, at the APC National Secretariat in Abuja. During the event, the National Organizing Secretary,…
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UBEC applauds Nasarawa for advancements in basic education development
The Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) has commended Nasarawa State for its remarkable progress in the development of basic education. The Executive Secretary of UBEC, Hajiya Aisha Garba, gave the commendation during a familiarization visit to the state, where she acknowledged Nasarawa as one of the top-performing states in accessing the Federal Government’s Universal Basic Education (UBE) matching grants. Garba…
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Minister of Regional Development denounces allegations over road project
The Minister of Regional Development, Engr. Abubakar Momoh, FNSE, has dismissed as baseless the claims made by a group of youths from Ugu Ward in Orhionmwon Local Government Area of Edo State, who alleged that he commissioned a non-existent road. In a statement issued by his office, Momoh described the accusations as a “mischievous smear campaign” fueled by misinformation and…
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Legal group threatens court action over Rivers Assembly’s 48-hour ultimatum to RSIEC Chairman
The Association of Legislative Drafting and Advocacy Practitioners (ALDRAP) has issued a pre-action notice to the Rivers State House of Assembly, demanding the withdrawal of its 48-hour ultimatum to the Chairman of the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC). In a letter signed by its solicitor, Kenneth A. Amadi, Esq., ALDRAP contends that the ultimatum violates the principles of fair…
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Minna Airport to begin operations in April – Governor Bago
By Kunle Sanni The Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Airport, Minna, is set to commence air transport operations in April 2025, Niger State Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago has announced. Governor Bago made this announcement on Wednesday, while hosting Seyi Tinubu, Minister of Youth Development Ayodele Olawande, and the CEO of the National Agricultural Land Development Authority, Cornelius Oluwasegun Adebayo, at the…
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Rivers State judiciary denies Chief Judge’s alleged one-year recess leave
The Rivers State Judiciary has strongly refuted claims that the Chief Judge, Hon. Justice Simeon Chibuzor Amadi, is set to embark on a one-year recess leave. In a statement issued on Wednesday, the Chief Registrar of the Rivers State High Court, David D. Ihua-Maduenyi, Esq., described the report published by News Week Electronic Media Channel as “malicious, misleading, false, and…
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Rivers Assembly accuses Fubara of constitutional violations, issues 48-hour ultimatum
The Rivers State House of Assembly has raised concerns over alleged constitutional violations by Governor Siminalayi Fubara, citing multiple instances of appointments made without legislative screening and confirmation. During its 131st Legislative Day of the Second Session of the Tenth Assembly, held on Wednesday, March 5, 2025, the House reviewed the governor’s appointments and issued a formal resolution highlighting infractions…
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Kaduna: Uba Sani administration has built over 600 classrooms since inception, says Commissioner
Muhammad Sani Bello, the Kaduna commissioner for education, says the Uba Sani administration has constructed over 600 classrooms since its inception. Bello was at the quarterly ministerial press briefing held at Sir Kashim Ibrahim House in Kaduna. Uba Sani assumed office as the governor of Kaduna state on May 29, 2023, succeeding Nasir El-Rufai. Bello pointed out that the administration…
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