THE Governments of Nigeria and Germany have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral defence cooperation with the signing of a renewed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the German Technical Advisory Group (GTAG). This is contained in a statement issued by Mr Sunday Iyogu, a Principal Information Officer in the minister’s …
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How Seat Reservation Bill will Address Under-representation of Women – Deputy Speaker
THE Deputy Speaker, House of Representatives, Rep. Benjamin Kalu has called for support for the Seat Reservation In Parliament Bill. This is contained in a statement issued by the Deputy Speaker’s Chief Press Secretary Chief Levinus Nwabughiogu, in Abuja on Friday. Kalu said that the legislation is designed to alter …
Read More »Minister Mourns Ex-Oyo Gov’s Daughter Death, Abisola Kola-Daisi
THE Minister of Power, Mr Adebayo Adelabu, has expressed deep shock over the passing of Mrs Abisola Kola-Daisi, the first daughter of the late Sen. Abiola Ajimobi, former Governor and political leader of Oyo State. In a statement issued on Thursday in Abuja by Bolaji Tunji, Special Adviser on Strategic …
Read More »FG to train 1m Enugu Residents on Digital skills
The Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani, says Federal Government is committed in training over 1.1 million Enugu State residents on digital skills before 2027. Tijani said this when he led officials of the ministry on courtesy visit to Gov. Peter Mbah, in Enugu on Thursday. …
Read More »NSCDC Deploys 1,300 Ahead of Eid-el- fitr Celebration in Edo
THE Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has deployed 1,300 personnel across Edo to ensure security during the Eid-el-Fitr celebration. The Federal Government declared March 31 and April 1 as public holidays for the Islamic festival, marking the end of the 30-day Ramadan fast. Efosa Ogbebor, Head of the …
Read More »NPFL signs partnership deal with FRCN
THE Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has signed a partnership deal with the Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria (FRCN) for the visibility and engagement with fans nationwide. The NPFL chairman, Gbenga Elegbeleye described the partnership as a strategic initiative to enhance the popularity of Nigeria’s top-tier league both locally and …
Read More »US Blocks Financial Contributions to WTO
THE United States has paused contributions to the World Trade Organization, WTO, as President Donald Trump’s administration ramps up efforts to cut government spending. The Trump administration is said to be retreating from global institutions it sees as at odds with his “America First” economic policies. The administration plans to …
Read More »Divorce: Annie dumps 2Face’s Surname
Annie Idibia, popular Nigerian actress and the estranged wife of singer, Innocent Idibia, professionally known as 2Face, has reverted to her maiden name. Newsextra24 recalls that the duo got married in 2012, and separated in January 2025. Annie, who has been silent since 2Face announced their separation on his Instagram page, made …
Read More »Wike Lambasts Governor Diri for Opposing Pro-Wike Rally
THE Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has criticized Bayelsa State Governor Douye Diri over his concerns about a planned rally in support of Wike. Wike, through his Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media, Lere Olayinka, dismissed Diri’s alarm as “shamefully baseless.” He argued …
Read More »Egbin Power Boosts Human Capital Development with Learning Academy
ACCORDING to the Genco, the Learning Academy is a strategic capacity development hub established to bridge competency gaps and empower employees with the technical, operational, management, and leadership skills needed for professional growth and efficient performance. Situated within the Plant in Ikorodu, the Academy also serves as a talent pipeline, …
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