Spain’s World Cup winners were honoured by Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez at a ceremony in Madrid on Tuesday. The premier said the players were role models, especially for young girls in the country. “Spain is proud of you. This will be the century of women and real...
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African inventors and entrepreneurs are seeking $49 million from investors at the just concluded Africa Social Impact Summit (ASSIS) to scale up their businesses. This is contained in a statement signed by Mrs Olapeju Ibekwe, Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Sterling One Foundation, made available to newsmen on Tuesday...
By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja – The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Mohammed Idris, resumed duty at Radio House, Headquarters of the Federal Ministry of Information and National Orientation, assuring Nigerians that he would disseminate the truth about government policies and programmes. Alhaji Idris spoke at...
Wike’s leadership style has continued to elicit attention since he became a political subject matter that requires dissection for about two decades and still counting. His trajectory has been a tale of uncommon courage and gravitas in confronting challenges and breaking new grounds in his leadership emanations....
Labour Party Presidential Candidate, Peter Obi, on Monday led a mega rally for the party ahead of the Sept. 2 Local Government Area election in Edo State. Addressing the teeming party members who trooped out for the event, Obi described the local government area system as “where development, ...
Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Mr. Festus Keyamo, has pleaded for cooperation of all members of staff to work harmoniously together toward advancing the ministry. According to him, the effective collaboration with the staff will enhance maximum output. “Thank you for the warm welcome. The President...
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) on Monday said that building the capacity of workers through training would help contribute to the development of the nation. The NLC President, Mr Joe Ajaero, stated this at the 31st Annual Industrial Relations Seminar of the Chemical Footwear Rubber Leather and non-Metallic Products...
Chairman House of Representatives Committee on Navy, Rep. Yusuf Gagdi, has urged new Minister of Labour and Employment, Simon Lalong, to brace up to address civil servants’ minimum wage issue in the country. Gagdi who represents Pankshin, Kanke, Kanam Federal Constituency of Plateau State made the call in a...
Soma, one of the housemates of the ongoing Big Brother Naija reality show, has emerged the Head of House (HOH) for the 5th week. Soma who takes over leadership from Mercy was excited when Biggie made the announcement upon completion of the task. During the HOH task, the housemates...
Sha’Carri Richardson finally delivered on three years of promise when the American overcame the challenge of being stuck out in lane nine by delivering a late surge to win world 100 metres gold. Richardson took the title in a championship record 10.65 seconds on Monday. The 23-year-old...
The Federal Government on Monday repatriated 161 Nigerians whose release was secured from detention facilities in Libya over various Immigration offences by the Embassy of Nigeria. Amb. Kabiru Musa, Charge D’Affaires En Titre of the Nigerian Mission in Libya disclosed this in a statement made available to the...
Some stakeholders in environment and public health on Monday called for an all out war against Mosquito to holistically prevent Malaria and related diseases in the country. The stakeholders said the Nigeria End Malaria Council should focus on ending the breeding of Mosquitoes rather than the current secondary...
By SADIQ ABUBAKAR, Maiduguri – Troops of Operation Hadin Kai Joint Task Force (JTF) in operation at Sambisa Forest around Dikwa axis of 81 Task Force Battalion Dikwa Command have rescued another abducted Chibok School girls, named Mary Nkeki. The 27-year old, who hailed from Bura area...
By DAVID IORJA, Abuja – President Bola Tinubu on Monday charged the 45 newly inaugurated Ministers of the Federal Republic to prioritize the interests and welfare of the entire nation and its diverse population, above any regional or state-specific considerations. Speaking at the inauguration of new members...
The Finance Minister and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun has assumed duty, promising to drive Nigeria’s economy to the next level. He said this at the welcome ceremony organised by members of staff of the ministry in Abuja on Monday. Edun said President Bola Tinubu...
The Minister of Power, Mr Adebayo Adelabu has assured that the Federal Government will empower Nigerians through stable and accessible power. The minister who gave the assurance when he assumed office on Monday in Abuja stressed that every home, industry, school, and business will benefits from the government...
Edo State Government has directed that all Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) to transit into the electronic governance (e-governance) platform of the state latest by Sept. 1. The Head of Service, Mr. Anthony Okungbowa, gave the directive on Monday in Benin while meeting with staff of the State...
Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Mr Adegboyega Oyetola, says he will ensure oceans and marine were safe, reliable, and sustainable across the nation. Oyetola made the declaration when he assumed office on Monday in Abuja. According to him, oceans hold the key to sustainable economic growth,...
By BARBARA KALU – The Federal Government has commended the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), for developing a budgetary process that involves stakeholders in its efforts to develop the Niger Delta region. Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Niger Delta Development, Dr. Shuaib Belgore, made the commendation while presenting a keynote...
The Kano State Election Petition Tribunal on Monday reserved judgment in a petition filed by the All Progressive Congress(APC) challenging the victory of Gov. Abba Kabir-Yusuf of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP). The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the APC is challenging INEC for declaring Kabir-Yusuf...