President of Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote, has said that his company decided to go back and invest in Ogun State because of the Governor Dapo Abiodun-led administration’s vision and deliberate policies that focus on attracting investors as well as the investor-friendly climate that exists in the state. Dangote, who stated this, yesterday, during a courtesy […]
Non-Academic Staff Union of Educational and Associated Institutions (NASU) has threatened to shut down all West African Examinations Council (WAEC) offices nationwide over alleged violation of the nation’s labour laws and continued victimization of workers. Issuing a seven-day ultimatum, beginning from yesterday, the union directed members to mobilize for nationwide industrial action and commence a […]
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Vice President Kashim Shettima has reminded Nigerians of the importance of sustainable development, and preservation of oceans and marine resources.He noted that the blue economy represents a vast and untapped potential for economic growth, innovation and environmental conservation, which encompasses a wide range of activities, from fisheries and agriculture to marine tourism and renewable energy. […]
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The Christian Association of Nigeria in the 19 Northern states and Abuja has vowed to focus on its mandate rather than engaging in unnecessary exchanges with critics. The PUNCH online reports that only recently, a crisis engulfed the association over tenure elongation. At the center of the crisis is the tenure of Rev. Yakubu Pam, […]
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Leaders of the House of Representatives on Monday donated a cheque of N705 million to President Bola Tinubu to support his programme for Nigeria’s vulnerable population. The cheque was presented by the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajuddeen Abass, who led a delegation to observe Itfar with the President. According to Abass, the donation […]
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The Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has responded to recent allegations aired on national television regarding the administration of expatriate quotas in Nigeria’s oil sector. The minister emphasized that he is taking these allegations seriously and has implemented proactive measures to address the concerns raised. Previously, the ministry announced a review of the approving […]
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Nigeria and Brazil, yesterday, signed the commercial phase of the $1.1 billion Green Imperative Project (GIP) to boost agriculture and enhance private sector investment in Nigeria. Also, the giant of Africa and Cuba made a bold move towards strengthening diplomatic and economic ties, with a renewed focus on healthcare, education and trade. According to the […]
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The University of Calabar says it has developed a 25-year plan to strengthen its workforce and curriculum. Vice Chancellor of the institution, Prof Florence Obi, disclosed this on Tuesday in Calabar, during an interaction with media. The media interaction is part of activities lined up for the 50th anniversary of the institution and the 37th […]
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Vice President Kashim Shettima on Monday night called on leaders of the National Assembly to uphold the sacred responsibility of leadership and to prioritize unity and national development over political divisions and partisan interests. He spoke when President Bola Tinubu hosted the leadership and members of the House of Representatives to Iftar (breaking of Ramadan […]
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Asian markets rallied on Tuesday following another positive day on Wall Street stoked by US data that eased recession fears, while Chinese tech firms helped propel another surge in Hong Kong. Traders have kicked off the week on a positive note after Beijing at the weekend unveiled a range of measures aimed at reigniting activity […]
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