Tinubu unveils training programme for 5,000 meter installers

President Bola Tinubu has announced the launch of a training programme for 5,000 young Nigerians as meter installers and technicians under the Presidential Metering Initiative, He stated that the scheme is aimed at creating jobs, closing the country’s metering gap and improving electricity supply. The President disclosed this in a statement on his verified X […]

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Minister backtracks, says Adire not approved for NYSC

The Minister of Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande, on Thursday, clarified that the Federal Government had yet to approve Adire as the new uniform for members of the National Youth Service Corps, hours after his comments on the proposed change generated widespread reactions. In a statement published on his official X handle, Olawande said reports suggesting […]

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Court not tool for political warfare, says Atiku after ADC leadership suit dismissal

Former Vice President and presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress, Atiku Abubakar. The presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress, Atiku Abubakar, on Thursday hailed the Federal High Court in Abuja for striking out a suit challenging the leadership of the party, describing the decision as a victory for constitutional democracy and a rejection […]

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ADC uploads Atiku-Amaechi ticket to INEC nomination portal

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has uploaded the particulars of its presidential candidate, former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar, and vice-presidential candidate, former Transport Minister Rotimi Amaechi, to the Independent National Electoral Commission Candidate Nomination Portal. This formal submitted of the nomination details of the party’s presidential ticket to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC),marks a major […]

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Why there is heavy security presence in Abuja — Security agencies

Police officers Security agencies on Thursday explained the reason behind the heavy deployment of security personnel and barricades across parts of Abuja’s city centre. They assured residents and visitors that the measures are routine and aimed at maintaining law and order amid increasing protests in the Federal Capital Territory. The barricades, which have been mounted […]

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FG to replace NYSC khaki with Adire

The Federal Government has confirmed plans to replace the National Youth Service Corps’ traditional khaki uniform with locally produced Adire fabric as part of ongoing reforms aimed at repositioning the scheme. The Minister of Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande, disclosed this on Thursday during an interview on Channels Television’s The Morning Brief, saying the move was […]

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Post-primary row: INEC, APC may clash over official Senate list

The All Progressives Congress may trigger fresh controversy over its 2027 National Assembly primaries after restoring six serving senators to the party’s ticket, despite the earlier declaration of other aspirants as winners. The reversal, which affected nine states, came as the Independent National Electoral Commission declared on Wednesday that it would reject any candidate submitted […]

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PSC promotes 13 CPs to AIG, 80 others, appoints 162 ASPs1

Home News News PSC promotes 93 senior police officers, elevates 13 CPs to AIG The Police Service Commission has promoted 13 commissioners of Police to the rank of Assistant Inspector General. Besides, it elevated 80 other senior officers to higher ranks. This development followed the successful completion of written examinations and oral interviews conducted at […]

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FG rolls out one million improved seedlings to revive Nigeria’s cocoa industry

The Federal Government has flagged off the One Million Improved Cocoa Seedlings Roll-Out Programme it called a landmark intervention to restore Nigeria’s cocoa industry and reclaim the country’s position among the world’s leading cocoa-producing nations. Launching the programme at the Cocoa Research Institute of Nigeria (CRIN), Ibadan, Oyo State, Agriculture and Food Security Minister, Senator […]

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