Category: #Governance
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JACK-RICH, ERIC TRUMP PUSH FOR SRONGER U.S.-NIGERIA PARTNERSHIP TO DRIVE AFRICA’S GROWTH
A stronger partnership between Nigeria and the United States could unlock new opportunities for economic growth, industrialisation and job creation across Africa, according to business leader Tein Jack-Rich. Speaking at the Celebrate America 250 event in Washington, D.C., the President of Belemaoil Group said Nigeria’s abundant natural resources, youthful population and strategic importance position it…
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DEMOCRACY MUST IMPROVE LIVES TO SURVIVE, EXPERTS TELL GOVERNMENTS AT ABUJA POLICY LAB
Democracy must deliver meaningful results for citizens if open societies are to remain strong and resilient, experts have said. At the second Abuja Policy Lab organised by the German Embassy, policy experts, diplomats and civil society leaders warned that rising disinformation, political polarisation, insecurity and declining trust in institutions are putting democracies under increasing pressure…
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AIR PEACE COMPLETES SOUTH AFRICA EVACUATION, BRINGS HOME 1,393 NIGERIANS
Air Peace has concluded the Federal Government’s humanitarian evacuation of Nigerians from South Africa, returning the final batch of 308 evacuees aboard its Boeing 777-200 aircraft. The airline said the final flight landed at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos, bringing the total number of Nigerians evacuated to 1,393 across five dedicated missions. It…
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SANWO-OLU INSPECTS LEKKI DRAINAGE PROJECTS, PROMISES LASTING FLOOD SOLUTION
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has inspected ongoing drainage and channel clearance projects along the Chevron–Victoria Garden City (VGC) corridor in Lekki, assuring residents that the government is implementing lasting measures to tackle flooding. The governor toured key drainage routes from Okun-Ajah through Orchid Road, Sangotedo, Ogombo, Iwerekun and the Chevron-VGC Ajiran axis. He said…
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NYSC SEEKS STRONGER SUPPORT FOR CORPS MEMBERS’ WELFARE
The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has called on governments, employers and other stakeholders to strengthen collaboration in improving the welfare and workplace experience of corps members across Nigeria. The appeal was made at the 2026 NYSC Corps Employers’ Workshop in Lokoja, Kogi State. Representing the Director-General of the NYSC, Brig.-Gen. Olakunle Nafiu, officials urged…
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CHINA UPGRADES ‘GREEN CHANNEL’ TO BOOST AFRICAN AGRICULTURAL EXPORTS
China has upgraded its “Green Channel” policy to accelerate the clearance of African agricultural exports and improve access to one of the world’s largest consumer markets. The initiative is designed to help African exporters overcome challenges associated with transporting fresh produce over long distances. Chinese officials say the upgraded process will reduce customs delays, protect…
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CHINA REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO FULLY IMLEMENT CHINA-AFRICA COOPERATION AGREEMENTS
China has reaffirmed its commitment to fully implementing all agreements reached with African countries under the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC). Speaking in Beijing, Deputy Director of the FOCAC Office at China’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Shuai Guipeng, said Africa remains an equal partner in the cooperation framework. He stressed that the relationship is based…
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KSCPC CONFISCATE ILLICIT FOOD, DRINKS WORTH 300 MILLION NAIRA IN KANO
The Kano State Consumer Protection Council (KSCPC) has confiscated illicit food items, beverages and other consumable products worth 300 million naira in a renewed crackdown on unsafe products across the state. The Director-General of the council, Dr Ibrahim Garba, disclosed this while briefing journalists on Wednesday July 8 in Kano. Garba said the operation was…
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FEDERAL NURSES THREATEN INDUSTRIAL ACTION OVER ALLEGED VICTIMISATION, PAY IRREGULARITIES
The National Association of Federal Health Institution Nurses and Midwives (NANNM-FHI) has threatened nationwide industrial action over alleged victimisation, and pay irregularities. The association made this known in a communique issued after an emergency virtual meeting of its National Executive Council (NEC) held on Wednesday July 8 in Kaduna. The Association’s National Secretary, Enya Agatha…
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INFORMATION MINISTER TASKS MEDIA ON ETHICAL, BALANCED JOURNALISM
The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has called on media professionals in Northern Nigeria to uphold ethical, balanced and responsible journalism. Idris, in a statement signed by his media aide, Rabiu Ibrahim, made the call at the inaugural Arewa Media Summit in Kano on Monday July 6. According to him, the region’s…
