News from States
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‘Nigeria First Policy’ designed to prioritise Nigeria-centric matters, says Dabiri-Erewa
Chairman/CEO, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has called on the Nigerian diaspora to actively engage in the country’s ongoing reform efforts. In a recent video message, Dabiri-Erewa highlighted President Bola Tinubu’s introduction of a new executive directive known as the ‘Nigeria First Policy’. The NiDCOM Boss stressed that the policy is designed to prioritise Nigeria-centric matters, promote locally…
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Abia to repurpose former Government House into hotel
The Abia State Government has announced plans to convert the newly built Government House constructed by former Governor Okezie Ikpeazu into a luxury hotel, citing safety concerns and poor design. Commissioner for Information, Prince Okey Kanu, disclosed the decision during a media tour of the three-storey complex located in Ogurube Layout, describing the building as “uninhabitable” and “a security risk.”…
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EFCC, School Administrators strengthen partnership on youths’ reorientation
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC has sought the support of heads of schools and principals in Lagos State towards enlisting students and school children in Integrity and Zero Tolerance clubs, which are the Commission’s reorientation and sensitization outreach platforms for youths. Speaking in an interactive session with heads of schools and principals in the state on Thursday, Michael…
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FG flags off 2025 Hajj airlift in Imo
…as Shettima lauds religious harmony By Kunle Sanni Vice President Kashim Shettima on Friday flagged off the Federal Government’s inaugural airlift of Nigerian pilgrims to Saudi Arabia for the 2025 Hajj, urging them to uphold Nigeria’s values and dignity throughout their journey. The ceremony took place at the Sam Mbakwe International Cargo Airport in Owerri, Imo State. This marks the…
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Insecurity: Lawmaker blames lack of synergy among Benue leaders
A member of the House of Representatives from Kwande/Ushongo Federal Constituency of Benue State, Hon. Terseer Ugbor, has blamed the recent spike in insecurity on a lack of synergy among the state’s political leaders. The lawmaker accused the Governor Hyacinth Alia-led state government of engaging in what he described as ‘bad politics’ in its efforts to address the security situation…
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Gov Eno disburses over N300 million to 677 beneficiaries
Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has disbursed more than N303 million in grants and business support to 677 beneficiaries in the Itu/Ibiono Ibom Federal Constituency, under various categories of the ARISE Empowerment Programme. The disbursement, which took place at the Itu Local Government Council Secretariat Arena, saw 223 persons benefit from the ARISE Farmers Grant, 309 from the…
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Tinubu promises rail link, erosion control on visit to Anambra
By Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu has pledged to tackle erosion, improve infrastructure, and integrate Anambra State into the national rail network during a landmark visit to the state on Thursday. Speaking at a civic reception in Awka’s Alex Ekwueme Square, Tinubu addressed concerns raised by Governor Chukwuma Soludo, including abandoned federal roads, underutilised gas reserves, and the exclusion of…
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Tinubu hails Soludo, pledges support for Anambra’s gas, infrastructure push
By Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu has praised Anambra State Governor Chukwuma Soludo for his leadership in improving security and infrastructure, describing Anambra as a state with “huge potential” to drive Nigeria’s economic transformation. During his one-day working visit to the state on Thursday, Tinubu commended Soludo’s ambitious plan to transform Anambra into the “African Dubai-Taiwan-Silicon Valley (ADTS)” and pledged…
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PHOTO NEWS: Tinubu visits Anambra on one-day working visit
By Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu, on Thursday, paid a one-day working visit to Anambra State, where he commissioned several landmark projects and received a chieftaincy title from the Anambra State Council of Chiefs. L-R: National Security Adviser, Malam Nuhu Ribadu; Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun; President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Anambra State Governor, Charles Soludo, and his Wife, Dr.…
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Anambra Council of Chiefs confers chieftaincy title on President Tinubu
By Kunle Sanni The Anambra State Council of Chiefs has conferred the chieftaincy title of Dike Si N’Mba I (Hero from Outside) on President Bola Tinubu during his visit to the state on Thursday. The honour was bestowed in recognition of Tinubu’s leadership and contributions to national development. The ceremony was part of the president’s one-day working visit to Anambra,…
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