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7May By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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Rep set up committee to investigate money disbursed under NMMP

The House of Representative has set up a sub -committee to investigate the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN)’s National Mass Metering Programme (NMMP) for which the sum of N200 billion was earmarked in 2020. Hon. Uchenna Okonkwo, Chairman of the newly inaugurated committee made this known in a statement in Abuja on Wednesday. Okonkwo said that the committee was constituted with three members from each of the six geo-political zones with Hon. Uchenna Okonkwo, representing Idemili North and South Federal Constituency as the Committee Chairman. ``Other members of the committee are; North East- Hon. Obed Shehu, Hon. Ali Shettima, Hon. Abel Fuah. North West – Hon. Salisu Koko, Hon. Ahmed Munir, Hon. Sani Umar Bala. ``North Central- Hon. Gbefwi Jonathan, Hon. Abdulmaleek Danga, Hon. Chi...

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7May By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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SSANU expresses concerns over delay in salary payment

By Joan Nwagwu The Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities, (SSANU) has expressed concerns over delay in the payment of salaries of its members since the migration to the Government Integrated Financial and Management Information System(GIFMIS), platform. Mr Mohammed Ibrahim, President of SSANU said this in a letter addressed to the Accountant General of the Federation (AGF) and made available to newsmen on Wednesday in Abuja. The letter was titled, "Concern over the consistent delay in the payment of monthly salaries of University workers,''. Ibrahim in the letter had appealed to the AGF to swiftly intervene to prevent a breakdown of industrial harmony within the tertiary institutions. "The Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) writes to expre...

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7May By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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P-CNGI enforces 40% fare reduction on CNG commercial vehiclesCNGBy Emmanuella Anokam

The Presidential Compressed Natural Gas Initiative (P-CNGI), in partnership with the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) has begun the enforcement of 40 per cent public transport fare reduction on CNG converted commercial vehicles. The P-CNGI made this known in Abuja on Friday, while making the official public announcement of 40 per cent reduction on fares on routes serviced by NURTW CNG-converted vehicles. Speaking at the event which took place at the Area 1 Park, Garki, Mr Michael Oluwagbemi, P-CNGI Chief Executive Officer and Programme Director, said the aim was to execute President Bola Tinubu’s mandate on affordable transportation for Nigerians. Oluwagbemi, represented by Mr David Idakwo, Regional CNG Expansion Coordinator, North, said the event was designed to ...

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7May By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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We’ll secure our forests, enhance surveillance in northwest – Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to reclaiming ungoverned areas, particularly forests in the North West and across Nigeria. The President vowed to deploy advanced surveillance and technology to combat kidnapping, banditry and terrorism. He made the promise when he addressed Katsina elders and leaders at a state dinner held at the Government House. “On the issue of security raised by former Gov Aminu Masari again this evening, yes, I agree that security is a challenge for the country. “I addressed the men and women of the armed forces earlier today and assured them that we will do everything to fight terrorism and banditry. “We will invest more in technology and take over the forests. Security is a national issue, not just at the local...

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7May By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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Tinubu hails troops as gallant, brave, defenders of nation

President Bola Tinubu has lauded Nigerian soldiers, describing them as brave, gallant officers and defenders of the nation. The president made the remark during his official visit to the frontline troops in Katsina State. “I stand before you today not just as your President and Commander-in-Chief, but as a fellow patriot, deeply humbled by your courage, sacrifice, and unwavering commitment to the peace, security and sovereignty of our great nation. “You are the shield of Nigeria, the brave sons and daughters who stand between our people and the forces of terror. “Every inch of ground you hold, every terrorist you neutralise, and every community you secure is a victory for justice, freedom and the future of our children”. He said the fight troops were waging in Katsi...

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7May By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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Shettima joins African leaders to celebrate inauguration of Gabon’s President

Vice-President Kashim Shettima, alongside other world leaders, joined thousands of Gabonese citizens on Saturday to witness the swearing-in of Brice Nguema asthe newly elected President of Gabon. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Nguema emerged as President of Gabon on April 12, 2025, after defeating seven other candidates in the country’s recent presidential election. Nguema has been the interim President for 20 months following a change in government and the ouster of former President Ali Bongo. The inauguration ceremony, which was held at the Stade de l’Amitié sino-gabonaise in Libreville, Gabon, featured military parades, a march-past and displays of Gabon’s rich cultural heritage. In his inauguration speech, Nguema thanked citizens of the country for their ove...

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7May By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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FEC approves policy to prioritise Nigerian businesses

FEC approves policy to prioritise Nigerian businesses By Salif Atojoko The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved the Renewed Hope Nigeria First Policy proposed by President Bola Tinubu to prioritise Nigerians in all business activities. Alhaji Mohammed Idris, Minister of Information and National Orientation, announced this after the FEC meeting in Abuja. CUE IN VIDEO “If there are any businesses to be done by anybody, the priority will be Nigerians first. If you have any local content, there is no reason for you to go outside this country to import. “Its aim is to make government to invest in our people and our industries by changing how government spends money, how we procure, and how also we build our economy. “Going forward, Nigerian industries will take pre...

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7May By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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IOM seeks NiDCOM’s collaboration to strengthen existing relationship on migration

The International Organisation for Migration (IOM) says collaboration with the Nigerians in the Diaspora Commision’s (NiDCOM) on issues of migration will accelerate the country’s development. Ms Dimauche Sharon, the new Chief of Mission for IOM to Nigeria, said this on Tuesday during a curtesy visit to Mrs Abike Dabiri-Erewa, NiDCOM’s Chairman/Chief Executive Officer in Abuja. Sharon lauded the achievements of the commission while emphasing on the creation of the State Focal Point as apt in addressing both migration and remittances challenges. She commended Dabiri-Erewas’ leadership and the work that she had done to establish leadership in NiDCOM since its inception. “From our side as IOM, we have been honoured and privileged to work with you and your team. “There are a num...

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7May By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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TJGP advocates for gender perspective analysis of Nigeria’s informal sector tax policy and administration.

Tax Justice and Governance Platform has advocated for gender perspective analysis of Nigeria's informal sectors tax policy and administration, sighting the important roles women play in the payment of tax in Kano State. Dr Muhammad Mustapha, Executive Director of Dispute Resolution and Development Initiative, has called on the government to critically examine how tax systems impact male and female informal business owners differently, with a focus on equity, efficiency, and access to resources. While briefing News men at Mumbaiya house, Kano, Dr Mustapha, analysed the role women play in the payment of tax in the informal sectors as very strong and dynamic. "The gender aspect of tax and taxation is very critical and crucial." "If you look at some parts of this country, the role...

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7May By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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Climate Change: Promote tree planting over lavish parties NCF DG urges Nigerians for use

The Director- General of Nigeria Conservative Foundation (NCF), Mr Joseph Onoja, has advised Nigerians to choose tree planting over lavish birthday and anniversary parties. Onoja made the call on Friday in Abuja at the maiden edition of the Abuja Garden Festival against the backdrop of severe heatwaves being currently experienced in parts of the country. He said that being intentional about tree planting by deliberately channeling resources to it will go a long way to reducing the effects of climate change in the country. "We don't call it planting of trees, we actually call it nurturing of trees because you don't just put a plant on the ground and think that it will just grow, it has to be nurtured for two or three years so that it will be able to grow and it will be able to per...

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6May By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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Amb. Abdullahi Hashim commends Tinubu’s approval of First Procurement Policy

By Joan Nwagwu Amb.Engr. Abdullahi Hashim, a prominent member of the Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE), has commended President Ahmed Tinubu for approving the Renewed Hope NigeriaFirst Procurement Policy in the country. Hashim gave the commendation in a statement made available to journalists on Tuesday in Abuja. He described the policy as a bold and strategic move that places Nigerian talent and innovation at the center of national development. It would be recalled that the new policy was recently confirmed by the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris,who directed all Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) to prioritise local content in procurement processes. The policy also mandates that only when no viable local option exists may the Bu...

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5May By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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AI can destabilise our politics, spread falsehood, use it cautiously-NPC boss

By Collins Yakubu-Hammer The Executive Secretary of Nigerian Press Council,  Dr Dili Ezughah has admonished journalists and other stakeholders to use Artificial Intelligence (AI) cautiously as it could destabilise the country’s politics and spread falsehoods. Ezughah gave the advice in his address of welcome at an event to mark the World Press Freedom Day 2025 in Abuja. The celebration with the theme, “Navigating the AI Frontier: Strenthening Press Freedom in Nigeria’s Digital Transformation” was organised by NPC. He equate AI to the movie industry like HollywoodandNollywood. “It is a make-believe world; a world of all sorts of possibilities. It’s a tool that creates reality out of fiction. “Consumers of the creation of the movie industry or the AI, sometimes they wond...

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5May By Sharpedge NewsNo Comments

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NDLEA Intercepts 942 Explosives En route To Zamfara, Recovers 314,020 Tramadol Pills

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has intercepted a commercial vehicle loaded with 942 explosives along Kaduna-Zaria expressway. The director, media and advocacy NDLEA, Femi Babafemi, who disclosed this in a statement on Sunday in Abuja said the vehicle was coming from Nasarawa and heading to Zamfara. Mr Babafemi said the explosives were concealed in a sack and the subsequent arrest of a 30-year-old suspect, Nura Muhammad. He said the NDLEA chairman, retired Brig.-Gen. Buba Marwa, has directed that the suspect and exhibits be transferred to the appropriate security agency for further action. Meanwhile, five members of a syndicate led by one Aminu Musa were arrested on Wednesday, April 30, by NDLEA operatives at Dangoro market, Kano with 50 blocks of skunk weighi...

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3May By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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Bribe, torture allegations against Seyi Tinubu unfounded -Group

By Collins Yakubu-Hammer Education for Accelerated Development (EAD), a Civil Society Organisation, says the recent allegation of bribery against Seyi Tinubu, the son of President Bola Tinubu is unfounded. A factional leader of  National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), Atiku Isah, had alleged that Seyi  offered a him bribe of N100 million naira to support the re-election bid of his father. However, the Chairman of EAD, Dr Abdulkadir Fuad, in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Abuja on Saturday described the allegation as a hoax and piece of fabrication. Fuad urged members of the public to ignore the allegations. “To begin with, the man masquerading as NANS president is an impersonator who goes about seeking cheap relevance in the name o...

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Nwakuche Decorated As Third Controller-General, Pledges Sweeping Corrections Reforms

The Minister of Interior, Hon. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, on behalf of President Bola Tinubu, on Friday, decorated Sylvester Ndidi Nwakuche as the third substantive Controller-General of the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS). In his remarks, the Minister urged the new CG of Corrections to build on the successes of his predecessors in areas of transformative reforms. While appreciating the President, Minister of Interior and the Senate for the confidence reposed in him, the Controller General expressed that his appointment was a defining moment for the Service and pledged that his administration will be anchored on seven core pillars that reflect both urgency and long-term transformation. “This honour comes not merely as a promotion, but as a renewed call to duty—a higher charge to ad...

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1May By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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Nasarawa Speaker salutes workers at May Day, assures of effective legislations that will better their welfare as engine room of government

"… lauds civil servants over productivity, understanding as he commends Gov. Sule on employment, prompt payment of salaries, pension and gratuity, others…" As Nigerian workers mark this year's May Day otherwise called Workers Day celebration, Speaker, Nasarawa State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Dr. Danladi Jatau has identified with workers and acknowledged their giant contributions in administration and governance in the State. Speaker Jatau in a statement by his Press Secretary Jibrin Gwamna described workers as engine room of government assuring that the 7th Assembly under his watch will continue to provide all the needed support and legislations that will better the welfare of workers in the State. Dr. Danladi Jatau congratulated Nasarawa workers on the unique day, describing t...

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1May By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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Community Vigilance: Communities should take ownership of their safety – Comrade Austin

Comrade Austin Emovworho, has called on communities, especially its leaders to be vigilant and take ownership of their safety as the First Line of Defense Against Insecurity in the country. Comrade Austin, who made the call in an interview with newsmen said, as Nigeria grapples with security challenges, it's imperative for communities to be Vigilant and take collective action that can enhance security in various communities. He said the Role of Community Leaders play a vital role in promoting security awareness, fostering cooperation with security agencies, and mobilizing community members. According to him, the Federal Government must prioritize security by demonstrating commitment through supporting the communities with the necessary tools to help safeguard lives and properties...

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May Day: Adewoyin Congratulates Nigerian Workers, Promises To Take IPMAN To Greater Heights

Chief Kolawole Adewoyin, the recently affirmed National President president of the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN), has congratulated Nigerian workers on the occasion of Workers’ Day, pledging renewed commitment to both the association and the nation’s workforce. In a statement released Wednesday from the IPMAN National secretariat, Adewoyin commended Nigerian workers for their resilience, patriotism and vital contributions to national development, particularly amid the country’s ongoing economic challenges. “I congratulate all workers in Nigeria as we mark Workers’ Day,” Adewoyin said. “Your dedication and sacrifices are the backbone of our nation. Despite the current economic hardship, your commitment to duty continues to drive Nigeria forward.” A...

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30Apr By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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DEFENCE MINISTER COMMENDS PRESIDENT TINUBU FOR SUPPORTING NIGERIAN STUDENTS

The Minister of Defence, H.E. Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, CON, mni, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his numerous interventions and continuous support to Nigerian students. He made this commendation during the formal inauguration of the 2025 National Executive Members of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), held on Wednesday, 30 April 2025, at the NAF Conference Centre, Abuja. As the grand patron of the Association, the Minister emphasized that Nigerian students remain deeply grateful for the President’s unwavering support, guidance, and commitment to shaping the future of the youth towards self-reliance and patriotism for a better Nigeria. He also applauded the students' resilience and acknowledged their efforts throughout the year, particularly durin...

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30Apr By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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NIGERIA TO ENHANCE SUPPORT FOR UN HUMANITARIAN EFFORTS- BADARU

The Honourable Minister of Defence H. E. Mohammed Badaru Abubakar CON mni, has reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to supporting the United Nations Resident Coordinator and humanitarian services operating across the nation. The Minister made the pledge during a meeting with Mr. Mohamed Malick Fall, the UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator, at the Minister’s office in Ship House, Abuja. Badaru emphasized the importance of strengthened coordination, collaboration, and sustainable development, stating that the meeting was “long overdue.” He highlighted the need to rekindle long-standing partnerships and build upon previous successes in critical areas such as health, water and sanitation, education and livelihood support. Reflecting on past collaborations, Minister Badaru acknowledge...

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