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PHOTO NEWS: Oluremi Tinubu launches food bank, donates ₦100m to Kogi traders
First Lady Oluremi Tinubu, on Saturday launched the North Central National Community Food Bank in Lokoja, Kogi State, where she urged wealthy Nigerians, including musicians Burna Boy, Davido and Asake, to establish charitable foundations to support vulnerable citizens. During the visit, the First Lady also announced a ₦100 million donation through the Renewed Hope Initiative to provide ₦50,000 grants to…
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Tinubu commissions Abuja City Gate makeover, praises Wike for FCT transformation
President Bola Tinubu on Thursday inaugurated the remodelled Abuja City Gate, describing it as a symbol of Nigeria’s unity and diversity, while commending the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, for delivering the project. The President, who was represented by First Lady Oluremi Tinubu at the inauguration in Abuja, said the upgraded landmark reflects the nation’s identity…
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Northern governors inaugurate security trust fund board to tackle insecurity
The Northern States Governors’ Forum has inaugurated the Board of Trustees of the Northern Nigeria Security Trust Fund (NNSTF), a move aimed at strengthening regional efforts to address insecurity across the northern states. The board was inaugurated during a meeting of the Northern Governors’ Forum, with the forum saying the “official Board of Trustees for the NNSTF was formally inaugurated.”…
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Tinubu commissions FCT road, says infrastructure driving transformation
President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday declared that the ongoing transformation of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) reflects the broader development taking place across Nigeria, saying his administration is replicating Abuja’s infrastructure renewal nationwide to drive economic growth and improve the lives of citizens. The President made the remarks while inaugurating the newly constructed Collector Road C01 and its bridge in…
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Tinubu urges civil society groups to prioritise national interest
President Bola Tinubu has called on civil society organisations (CSOs) to align their activities with Nigeria’s development priorities, urging them to promote the national interest and resist foreign influence capable of undermining the country’s sovereignty. The President made the call on Wednesday through the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, at the Southern Civil Society Organisations…
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Benue finances stronger under Tinubu’s reforms, says Alia
Benue State Governor, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia, has credited President Bola Tinubu’s economic reforms with boosting the state’s finances, improving security and enabling major investments in infrastructure, healthcare, education and agriculture. Speaking during an interactive session with State House correspondents at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, on Wednesday, Alia said increased federal allocations arising from the Federal Government’s economic policies had…
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ADC appoints caretaker committee after dissolving Kano exco
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has dissolved its Kano State executive committee and inaugurated a caretaker committee to oversee the affairs of the party pending the emergence of a new leadership. The party’s Deputy National Chairman (North-West), Najaatu Mohammed, announced the decision during a press conference at the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Press Centre in Kano on Monday. Mohammed…
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FG flags off Borno road rehabilitation to restore trade, boost security
The federal government has flagged off the rehabilitation of the Bama–Banki and Dikwa–Gamboru-Ngala roads in Borno State, describing the projects as strategic investments aimed at restoring trade, improving security and accelerating post-insurgency recovery in the North-East. Vice President Kashim Shettima, who performed the groundbreaking ceremony on behalf of President Bola Tinubu on Saturday, said the projects demonstrate the administration’s commitment…
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Oluremi Tinubu praises Northern Derby’s role in preserving heritage
First Lady Oluremi Tinubu, has described the Northern Derby as a formidable platform for preserving the region’s rich cultural heritage and traditions while creating economic opportunities for young people. Represented by the Wife of the Vice President, Hajiya Nana Shettima, at the 44th edition of the Northern Derby in Zaria on Saturday, the First Lady said the annual horse racing…
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JUST IN: VP Shettima arrives in Maiduguri for inauguration of key projects
Vice President Kashim Shettima has arrived in Maiduguri, the Borno State capital, ahead of the inauguration of major road rehabilitation projects aimed at boosting connectivity, security, and economic recovery across the state. The Vice President was received on arrival by Borno State Governor Babagana Umara Zulum before proceeding on a condolence visit to Professor Shehu Liberty, Dean of the Faculty…
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