Category: #Governance
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FEDERAL CAPITAL TERRITORY RESIDENTS SOUND ALARM OVER SOARING COOKING GAS PRICES
Residents in Abuja and across the Federal Capital Territory are feeling the heat as Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), popularly known as cooking gas, sees sharp price hikes following the recent PENGASSAN strike. Prices for 1kg cylinders skyrocketed from around ₦1,100 to as much as ₦1,800 in many outlets, straining household budgets. Businesswoman Mrs. Tina Okojie…
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FG REVIEWING CITIZENSHIP APPLICATIONS FROM 170 FOREIGN NATIONALS WITH FOCUS ON INTEGRITY
The Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, announced that the Federal Government is meticulously reviewing citizenship applications from 170 foreign nationals, highlighting the importance of integrity and proven character in the process. Making the declaration via his Twitter handle @Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, the minister explained that the Citizenship Advisory Committee composed of top officials from key…
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US AND JAPAN TEAM UP TO SECURE SUPPLY OF CRITICAL MINERALS AND RARE EARTHS
In a major step to reduce dependence on China, U.S. President Donald Trump and Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi signed an agreement in Tokyo on Tuesday to deepen cooperation on rare earths and critical minerals. These materials are crucial for advanced technologies, including smartphones, electric vehicles, wind turbines, defence equipment, and more. The framework aims…
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NO PLANS FOR TEACHER RECRUITMENT, SAYS KANO STATE MINISTRY OF EDUCATION
The Kano State Ministry of Education has officially denied circulating reports about recruiting 3,917 teachers under the ‘Kano State Government Basic Education Teachers Mapping and Recruitment Plan (2025–2028).’ Malam Balarabe Abdullahi, Director of Public Enlightenment, described the news as misleading and baseless. He confirmed that no official statement or directive has been released regarding any…
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KANO GOVT, NEMA DELIVER RELIEF TO 357 FIRE DISASTER VICTIMS
The Kano State Government teamed up with the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) to provide much-needed relief materials to 357 victims of recent fire disasters. Beneficiaries include residents from communities in Kibiya Local Government Area and traders affected at Fatima Simra Multipurpose Market in Nassarawa. Commissioner for Humanitarian Affairs, Alhaji Adamu Aliyu-Kibiya, praised NEMA for…
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REAR ADMIRAL IDI ABBAS: NIGERIA’S NEW CHIEF OF NAVAL STAFF READY TO BOOST MARITIME SECURITY
Rear Admiral Idi Abbas, appointed as the 25th Chief of Naval Staff, brings over three decades of impressive naval expertise and leadership to Nigeria’s maritime forces. Born on September 20, 1969, in Nassarawa Local Government Area of Kano State, Abbas has dedicated his career to safeguarding Nigeria’s waters with discipline and strategic foresight. A chemistry…
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NDDC LAUNCHES STRATEGIC NAVAL BASE IN AYAKORO TO TACKLE PIRACY AND OIL THEFT IN BAYELSA
The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has officially unveiled a state-of-the-art Naval Strategic Location in Ayakoro community, Ogbia LGA, Bayelsa State, aimed at curbing piracy, kidnapping, and oil theft across the region’s waterways. NDDC Managing Director, Chief Samuel Ogbuku, stated this project is pivotal in sustaining Navy efforts and boosting security in the Niger Delta.…
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OYO STATE URGES YOUTHS TO EMBRACE ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND VOCATIONAL TRAINING FOR SELF-RELIANCE
The Oyo State Government, represented by PDP Publicity Secretary Mr. Michael Ogunsina, challenged unemployed youths to gain skills through entrepreneurship and vocational training to become job creators. At the graduation ceremony for 100 youths trained in Integrated Waste Recycling and Manufacturing by Planet 3R Limited in Ibadan, Ogunsina emphasized skill acquisition as a path to…
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PRESIDENT TINUBU SHAKES UP MILITARY LEADERSHIP TO BOOST NATIONAL SECURITY
President Bola Tinubu has made significant changes to Nigeria’s top military leadership to strengthen the country’s defense and security framework. The appointments, announced by the President’s Special Adviser on Media and Public Communication, Sunday Dare, include Gen. Olufemi Oluyede as the new Chief of Defence Staff, replacing Gen. Christopher Musa. Maj.-Gen. W. Shaibu steps in…
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AFRICA MUST MOVE BEYOND TRANSACTIONAL LEADERSHIP TO UNLOCK TRUE DEVELOPMENT, SAYS MINISTER NYESOM WIKE
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, stressed that Africa’s persistent underdevelopment is rooted in “transactional leadership”—leadership driven by personal gain rather than national progress. Speaking at the 2025 Innovate Africa Conference in Abuja, Wike urged a shift toward transformational leadership based on vision, accountability, service, and courage. He highlighted Africa’s wealth and youthful…
