Israeli Ambassador to Nigeria, Michael Freeman, says the country is ready to deepen cooperation with Nigeria in innovation, agriculture, healthcare, security, education and skills development sector. Freeman disclosed this on Monday night in Abuja, during the 78th Anniversary ceremony of the Independence of the State of Israel organised by the …
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The Federal Ministry of Finance has approved payment to more than 1,240 contractors, providing immediate liquidity support to businesses across the country. The Federal Government also noted commitment to meeting its financial obligations. This is s contained in a statement issued by the Head of Information in the Ministry, Efe …
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The newly sworn-in Minister of Power, Mr Joseph Tegbe, on Monday assured Nigerians of sustained improvements in electricity supply. Tegbe spoke shortly after his swearing-in ceremony in Abuja on Monday. He expressed gratitude to President Bola Tinubu for entrusting him with the responsibility of leading the power sector and pledged …
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The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has urged Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) members to implement the proposed 25 per cent reduction in aviation taxes and charges. IATA’s Regional Vice President for Africa and the Middle East, Mr Kamil Al-Awadhi, gave the advice at the IATA 82nd Annual …
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President Bola Tinubu on Monday swore-in two newly appointed ministers, Mr Joseph Tegbe as Minister of Power and Mr Sola Enikanolaiye as Minister of State for Foreign Affairs. The swearing-in ceremony took place at the President’s Office in the State House, Abuja, shortly after Tinubu received Madagascar’s President, Michael Randrianirina, …
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The Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) has reiterated commitment to youths empowerment, as plans have been concluded to equip no fewer than 100,000 young adults with skills to access global workforce opportunities. The Special Assistant to the General Overseer (Youth Affairs), RCCG, Mr Sola Olukoya, a Pastor, made this …
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The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has warned schools and supervisors against extorting candidates through unauthorised charges, describing the practice as unethical and illegal. The council said this in a statement issued on Monday by its Public Affairs Department, signed by Mrs Moyosola Adesina, Head of Public Affairs, WAEC, Yaba. …
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Mr Samuel Ajose, All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain in Lagos State, on Monday handed over an ultra-modern Agbalata Market building to Badagry Local Government. Ajose, founder of the SMA Movement, presented the facility to the council chairman, Mr Babatunde Hunpe, during a ceremony attended by traders and community leaders. Speaking …
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The Senate has resolved to accelerate the constitutional amendment process for the establishment of state police as part of efforts to address Nigeria’s security challenges. The Senate Leader, Opeyemi Bamidele, disclosed this while speaking with journalists in Abuja on Monday. Newsextra24 reports that the creation of state police has remained …
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President Bola Tinubu on Monday received Madagascar’s President, Michael Randrianirina, at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, for talks aimed at strengthening bilateral relations between both countries. Randrianirina arrived at the State House Forecourt at about 2:57 p.m. and was received by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Amb. Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu. Following a …
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