Tag: #CommunityDevelopment
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ENUGU BOOSTS SOCIAL SUPPORT WITH LAUNCH OF NG-CARES 2.0
In Enugu, social support is no longer a promise it’s already reaching hundreds of thousands, and now it’s getting a bigger upgrade. The Enugu State Government has unveiled NG-CARES 2.0, expanding its social support drive after reaching over 500,000 people and more than 10,000 businesses since 2022 under the EN-CARES programme. Commissioner for Budget and…
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EID-EL-FITR: AMAC BOSS SEEKS PRAYERS, BACKS UNITY FOR FCT DEVELOPMENT
As Sallah celebrations peak, AMAC Chairman is calling on residents to keep the spirit of Ramadan alive—and channel it into Abuja’s growth. The Chairman of Abuja Municipal Area Council, Christopher Maikalangu, has urged residents to sustain the values of discipline, sacrifice, and piety beyond Ramadan for the continued development of the FCT. In his Eid-el-Fitr…
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SOCA FOUNDATION EMPOWERS FCT WOMEN WITH SKILLS, STARTER PACKS TO BOOST LIVELIHOODS
From soap-making to financial literacy, over 150 women in Abuja communities are getting the tools to turn survival into small business success. The Somalisa Okocha Care Foundation (SOCA) has empowered no fewer than 150 indigent women in the FCT with entrepreneurial skills, starter packs, and basic support items to help them build sustainable sources of…
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OKPELLA MONARCH VOWS DEVELOPMENT DESPITE PETITION DRAMA
Traditional ruler dismisses fraud claims, insists focus remains on growth and infrastructure. The Okuokpellagbe of Okpella, Mike Sado, has reaffirmed his commitment to transforming Okpella Kingdom in Edo State, despite what he described as attempts by “retrogressive forces” to distract him. Speaking in Benin City, Sado dismissed a petition allegedly sent to the Economic and…
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EDO LAWMAKER PRAISES OKPEBHOLO’S PUSH FOR GRASSROOTS INFRASTRUCTURE
Distribution of construction vehicles to councils seen as a game-changer for local development. A member of the House of Representatives, Anamero Dekeri, has applauded the Edo State Government for what he described as a strong commitment to grassroots infrastructure development. Dekeri, who represents Etsako Federal Constituency under the All Progressives Congress (APC), commended Governor Monday…
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WOMEN URGED TO STRENGTHEN FAMILY BONDS, FOSTER SOCIETY
Muslim women called to be pillars of harmony at home and in the community. Hajia Muheebah Yusuf, Coordinator of the Muslim Ladies Circle at the University of Ilorin, has highlighted the crucial role of women in building strong families and a harmonious society. Speaking at the Ramadan Lecture Series organised by the Islamic Missionaries Association…
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BUA CEMENT EMPOWERS 1,500 RESETTLED FARMERS IN SOKOTO WITH N400M SUPPORT
Over 1,500 farmers displaced by industrial activities in Sokoto have received a major boost as BUA Cement rolls out farming inputs, training and business tools to help rebuild livelihoods. BUA Cement Company has distributed farming inputs, equipment and business support tools to 1,500 residents of resettled communities in Sokoto State, as part of its corporate…
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BAUCHI GOV COMMITS TO HEALTHCARE & GENDER EQUALITY
Bauchi strengthens its push for healthier, fairer communities! Governor Bala Mohammed has reaffirmed Bauchi State’s dedication to quality healthcare, gender equality, and social protection, during a visit from UNICEF and Global Affairs Canada. He highlighted programs that have already benefited over 16,000 people through youth entrepreneurship, women empowerment, and nutrition initiatives. The governor noted boosts…
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CUPP PRAISES PRESIDENT TINUBU’S ROAD INFRASTRUCTURE GAINS, CALLS FOR CONTINUED FOCUS ON CONNECTIVITY
The Coalition of United Political Parties (CUPP) has officially commended President Bola Tinubu’s administration for the impressive progress made in road infrastructure nationwide. Mark Adebayo, CUPP National Spokesperson, shared this in Abuja after an independent inspection tour that included the Abuja-Lokoja-Benin Road and other key projects. The CUPP steering committee, which traveled across major zones…
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REINSTATE RELIGIOUS STUDIES AS A CORE SUBJECT TO FIGHT MORAL DECAY, SAYS UNIVERSITY OF ILORIN EXPERT
Dr. Abdulhameed Badmus-Yusuf of the University of Ilorin has strongly called for the reintroduction of religious studies as a mandatory subject in Nigerian schools. Speaking at a town hall meeting in Ilorin, he emphasized that religious education can play a vital role in restoring moral values and reducing social vices in Nigeria. Historically, subjects like…
