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Nigerian News

Fight ‘monopolistic’ democracy, Ezekwesili urges citizens 

November 30, 2022November 30, 2022 - by Emeka Nze

Nigeria’s former Minister of Education, Dr Oby Ezekwesili, has called for public participation in the fight against monopolistic democracy. She stated this at the Office Of the Citizen inauguration, which …

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Sports

Former US Open champion Raducanu receives MBE from king

November 30, 2022November 30, 2022 - by Admin III

British tennis player Emma Raducanu was made a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) on Tuesday, a little more than a year after she shocked the sporting …

Former US Open champion Raducanu receives MBE from king Read More
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Nigerian News

Dangote Cement Plc commences free medical outreach in 3 Benue LGs 

November 29, 2022November 29, 2022 - by John Shiaondo

Dangote Cement Plc Gboko in collaboration with NiGrowth services and Benue State AIDS Control Agency (BENSACA), Tuesday commenced free medical outreach for communities in Benue state. The programmes tagged: ‘Safer …

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Business

Finance minister to launch revised capital market master plan

November 23, 2022November 23, 2022 - by Benjamin Umuteme

The Minister of Finance, Budget and National Planning Mrs. Zainab Ahmed is to launch the Revised Capital Market Master Plan that is expected to be the Roadmap for the capital …

Finance minister to launch revised capital market master plan Read More
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Business

Coalition launches farming initiative to empower low-income women

November 21, 2022November 21, 2022 - by Tope Sunday

The Feminist Coalition, a women’s rights organisation, has announced the continuation of its second programme named ‘the Feminist Coalition Farming Initiative’. The coalition, which focuses on championing equality for women …

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Business

Zenith Bank heralds Christmas with Anose Adeogun Street light-up

November 20, 2022November 20, 2022 - by Benjamin Umuteme

It was a great spectacle to behold as the Christmas and Yuletide season came to life at the 2022 Zenith Bank Christmas Light-Up Ceremony, which was held at the Ajose …

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Sports

Tsitsipas sees off Evans at Paris Masters

November 2, 2022November 2, 2022 - by Admin III

World No 5 Stefanos Tsitsipas booked his place in the third round of the Paris Masters on Wednesday with a comfortable 6-3 6-4 win over Britain’s Dan Evans. The 24-year-old …

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Nigerian News

Group protests ‘blackmail’ of Buhari’s appointees, demand arrest

October 20, 2021October 20, 2021 - by Bode Olagoke

A pressure group based in the Federal Capital Territory, Coalition for Good Governance and Change Initiative (CGGCI) has staged protest against some persons allegedly trying to blackmail President Muhammad Buhari …

Group protests ‘blackmail’ of Buhari’s appointees, demand arrest Read More
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Internal democracy: PGF boss calls for new orientation in management of political parties

October 17, 2021October 17, 2021 - by Bode Olagoke

Director General of the Progressive Governors Forum (PGF) Salihu Moh Lukman, has called for a new orientation in the management of political parties to address issues of membership recruitment and …

Internal democracy: PGF boss calls for new orientation in management of political parties Read More
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Business

Initiative to host national youth summit, curb insecurity

October 13, 2021October 13, 2021 - by Admin III

The Michelle Youth Initiative for Sustainable Development (MYISD) is set to host its National Youth Summit to fashion out workable solutions to curb insecurity across the country. The convener of …

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Nigerian News

International Alert trains Bauchi, Yobe youth on conflict management, peace building

October 13, 2021October 13, 2021 - by Najib Sani

As part of efforts to build sustainable peace in the north east, a Non Governmental Organization (NGO) called ‘International Alert’ has organized a three days training to selected youth from …

International Alert trains Bauchi, Yobe youth on conflict management, peace building Read More
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Nigerian News

DWAI seeks media support for inclusion

September 29, 2021September 29, 2021 - by Ene Oshaba

Deaf Women Aloud Initiative,(DWAI) a Non-Governmental Organisation(NGO) has sought the support from citizens especially the media in propagating inclusiveness for the deaf community across   the country. Its Executive Director Hellen …

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Nigerian News

Cholera: Community organisation fumigates Bauchi metropolis

September 26, 2021September 26, 2021 - by Najib Sani

In an effort to stop the spread of cholera and malaria that recently broke out in Bauchi state, a community based organization in the state known as ‘Wunti Graduates Forum’ …

Cholera: Community organisation fumigates Bauchi metropolis Read More
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Nigerian News

Mo Abudu, Sony Pictures TV set up African writers initiative

September 22, 2021September 22, 2021 - by Ifeanyi Emeka

Nigerian media conglomerate, EbonyLife Media and Sony Pictures Television (SPT) on Tuesday created Alo, an initiative offering a platform for writers of African heritage in Lagos. In a statement issued …

Mo Abudu, Sony Pictures TV set up African writers initiative Read More
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Nigerian News

NAFDAC begins campaign against dangerous use of codeine, self-medication, others

September 6, 2021September 6, 2021 - by Lateef Ibrahim

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), Monday flagged off sensitization campaign against abuse of codeine, self-medication among youth and use of potassium bromate to bake …

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Nigerian News

Insecurity: FG, NSCDC plan strategic meeting on protection of National Assets

September 3, 2021September 3, 2021 - by Bode Olagoke

The federal government and the Nigeria Security and Civil Defense Corps (NSCDC) are making efforts to further safeguard Nigeria’s critical assets and infrastructure across the country against backdrop of insecurity …

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Business

CAC, AEA partners to formalize businesses in Nigeria

August 31, 2021August 31, 2021 - by Adeola Tukuru

The Corporate Affairs Commission and the Abuja Enterprise Agency have renewed their collaboration which is aimed at formalizing more informal businesses in the country. To that effect an Open day …

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Nigerian News

Govt, group bicker over ‘cancellation’ of Jigawa @30 lecture

August 30, 2021August 30, 2021 - by Bayo Muhammad Alabira

Jigawa state government has debunked the allegation made against it by a group known as “The New World Youth Initiative” which planned to hold Jigawa at 30 Anniversary Lecture in …

Govt, group bicker over ‘cancellation’ of Jigawa @30 lecture Read More
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Nigerian News

APC states to allocate, release 15% annual budget for healthcare delivery

August 29, 2021August 29, 2021 - by Bode Olagoke

The states controlled by the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) have all agreed to henceforth allocate and release 15 percent of their annual budget for the healthcare delivery in their …

APC states to allocate, release 15% annual budget for healthcare delivery Read More
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Nigerian News

Pro-Saraki group set gift fertiliser to north-central, north-east farmers

August 29, 2021August 29, 2021 - by Awaal Gata

A political support group, Saraki Is Coming Door To Door 2023 organisation, is set to distribute fertiliser to low-income farmers in the North-Central and North-East geopolitical zones of the country. …

Pro-Saraki group set gift fertiliser to north-central, north-east farmers Read More
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Business

Kaduna, NNPC sign MoU on gas supply

August 26, 2021August 26, 2021 - by Admin III

The Kaduna state government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) and the Gas Aggregation Company of Nigeria (GACN) to expand the supply …

Kaduna, NNPC sign MoU on gas supply Read More
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Nigerian News

Insecurity: Gambari praises Nigeria’s foreign policy initiatives

August 22, 2021August 22, 2021 - by Adeola Tukuru

The Chief of Staff to President Muhammad Buhari, Professor Ibrahim Gambari has described foreign policy globally as dynamic and unpredictable, adding that it often centres on country’s objective, security of …

Insecurity: Gambari praises Nigeria’s foreign policy initiatives Read More
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Muhammadu Buhari’s imprints on the Nigerian oil and gas sector by Salisu Na’inna Dambatta

August 18, 2021August 18, 2021 - by Salisu Na'inna Dambatta

The signing of the Petroleum Industry Bill (PIB) into law by President Muhammadu Buhari on August 16th, 2021, after it was passed by the National Assembly, has added yet another …

Muhammadu Buhari’s imprints on the Nigerian oil and gas sector by Salisu Na’inna Dambatta Read More
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Nigerian News

APC govs celebrate Buhari’s assent of PIB, economy restructuring

August 18, 2021August 18, 2021 - by Bode Olagoke

The Progressive Governors Forum (PGF) has celebrated the assent to the Petroleum Industry Bill (PIB) by President Muhammadu Buhari, saying the current administration has demonstrated unwavering commitment to change Nigeria …

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Nigerian News

Geidam attack: AFRYDEV sensitizes GBV survivors

August 15, 2021August 15, 2021 - by Yusuf A. Yusuf

Four months after the Geidam community was almost overrun by the suspected Boko Haram insurgents, economic activities have picked up with most residents back to their ancestral homes. However, the …

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  The All Progressives Congress (APC) under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's leadership requires loyalists like David Kente to solidify its ...

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Nigeria’s foreign exchange reserves first broke the records in November 2024 when it leisurely crossed the $40 billion mark. It ...

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Nigeria’s leading airline Air Peace Chairman, Dr Allen Onyema has described the country’s aviation sector as one poised for a ...

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