Category: #Governance
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TINUBU HONOURS FOOTBALL LEGEND FESTUS ONIGBINDE
President Bola Tinubu has paid tribute to Chief Festus Onigbinde, the first indigenous coach of the Super Eagles, who passed away on Monday at 88. In a statement, Tinubu praised Onigbinde’s discipline, integrity, and passion for football, highlighting his role in developing grassroots football and strengthening Nigeria’s football administration. Onigbinde made history by leading the…
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SOLUDO TOURS SCHOOLS TO END MONDAY SIT-AT-HOME DISRUPTIONS
Anambra State Governor Chukwuma Soludo on Monday toured several schools in Isuofia, Aguata Local Government Area, to reinforce the return of normal academic activities on Mondays after years of sit-at-home disruptions. During the visit, the governor interacted with students and teachers, expressing satisfaction at seeing classrooms active on a day that had long been affected…
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KANO PILGRIMS BOARD INSPECTS MAKKAH ACCOMMODATION AHEAD OF 2026 HAJJ
Preparations for the 2026 Hajj are already underway as the Kano State Pilgrims Welfare Board inspects accommodation facilities in Makkah for intending pilgrims from the state. Director-General of the board, Abubakar Ibrahim-Matawalle, said the inspection is part of early efforts to ensure pilgrims enjoy safe, comfortable, and well-organised lodging during the pilgrimage. The move also…
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SUGAR INDUSTRY GETS N10BN BOOST: NEW FUND TO POWER GREENFIELD INVESTMENTS
Nigeria’s sugar sector is getting a major push as the National Sugar Development Council (NSDC) and Bank of Industry (BOI) launch a N10 billion Sugar Project Acceleration Fund (SPAF) to support greenfield sugar projects. The fund aims to turn early-stage sugar project ideas into bankable investments by providing technical, financial, and advisory support to viable…
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GRATUITY BOOST: FG’S 100% PAYOUT GAINS PRAISE FROM RETIREES, CIVIL SERVANTS
Retirees and civil servants are cheering President Bola Tinubu’s approval of 100% gratuity payments for retiring federal workers, calling it a long-overdue recognition of their service. The Federal Executive Council’s Exit Benefit Scheme guarantees retirees a gratuity equal to their full annual salary, effective from January. Many see it as a morale booster and a…
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WAPA URGES ACTION TO PROTECT, EMPOWER WOMEN, GIRLS
As the world marks International Women’s Day 2026, the Lagos State Government is calling for stronger and deliberate actions to safeguard the rights of women and girls. Lagos State Commissioner for Women Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Bolaji Dada, said the 2026 theme, “Rights. Justice. Action. For All Women and Girls,” highlights the urgent need to…
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TINUBU DEPLOYS 65 AMBASSADORS TO FOREIGN MISSIONS, UN
Nigeria is set to strengthen its diplomatic presence worldwide as President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the posting of 65 ambassadors-designate to various foreign missions and the United Nations. The list includes 31 non-career and 34 career diplomats whose nominations were earlier confirmed by the Senate in December 2025. According to a statement by presidential…
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FAAN INTRODUCES HYBRID TOLL PAYMENT AFTER AIRPORT TRAFFIC CHAOS
After long traffic queues frustrated travellers at airport toll gates, the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria has temporarily adopted a hybrid payment system allowing both cash and digital payments. The decision follows a directive from Bola Tinubu after the full rollout of the cashless toll policy triggered major gridlocks, especially at airport entrances in Lagos.…
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EBONYI GOVT ORDERS DEMOLITION OF SHRINES IN AMASIRI OVER GRUESOME LAND CONFLICT
The Ebonyi State Government has taken sweeping action in Amasiri community after a deadly land dispute turned gruesome, leaving several people dead and four victims reportedly beheaded. Governor Francis Nwifuru has ordered the destruction of all shrines and deities in Amasiri, accusing the community of complicity in the violent clash linked to a renewed land…
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LAGOS POLICE SET SCREENING DATES FOR 2025/2026 CONSTABLE RECRUITMENT
Physical and credential checks begin March 9 at Police College Ikeja applicants urged to follow instructions closely. The Lagos State Police Command has announced that screening for the 2025/2026 recruitment of General Duty and Specialist Police Constables will run from March 9 to April 18 at the Police College, Ikeja. Spokesperson SP Abimbola Adebisi said…
