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Lagos to revive N3tr idle property to boost IGR
• Buildings, land, bridges, roads to be securitised Lagos State Government has announced plans to revive idle property estimated to worth three trillion Naira, to boost Internally-Generated Revenue (IGR). Commissioner The post Lagos to revive N3tr idle property to boost IGR appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Reps Consider 1,059 Bills In 2 Years
The 10th House of Representatives said it has received 1,059 bills, conducted vigorous oversight and performed its representation functions excellently in the last two years. Speaker Abbas Tajudeen and his deputy, Benjamin Kalu, said this in Abuja on Monday at the inaugural Policy Dialogue on the Legislative Agenda of the 10th House of Representatives, organised […]
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BPP rallies MDAs, others on compliance with ‘Nigeria First’ procurement policy
Full compliance with the new Presidential order aimed at prioritising local content in government procurement activities is mandatory, the Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP) yesterday told Ministries, Departments and Agencies The post BPP rallies MDAs, others on compliance with ‘Nigeria First’ procurement policy appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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FEC Approves Medipool To Cut Drug Prices
The federal government has approved the establishment of a new group purchasing organisation named Medipool. This organisation aims to reduce the cost of essential medicines and expand access to quality healthcare across Nigeria. Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Ali Pate, disclosed this to State House correspondents on Monday after the Federal Executive […]
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Ogunwusi, Soyinka laud Tinubu for creating cultural-friendly environment
Ooni of Ife  Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi Ojaja II, has hailed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his administration’s growing recognition of culture as a vital pillar of national identity, unity The post Ogunwusi, Soyinka laud Tinubu for creating cultural-friendly environment appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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25 years after, NDLEA gets forensic labs in Abuja, Enugu
• Trains 20 officers After over 25 years of conducting forensic analysis in a single laboratory facility in Lagos, the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has established two new The post 25 years after, NDLEA gets forensic labs in Abuja, Enugu appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Nigeria: The making of a judicial selectorate
Anambra North senatorial constituency comprises seven Local Government Areas (LGAs). These are: Anambra East, Anambra West, Anyamelum, Ogbaru, Onitsha North, Onitsha South, and Oyi. The post Nigeria: The making of a judicial selectorate appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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That Nigeria-First Policy
In a bold economic declaration, President Bola Tinubu has unveiled the Renewed Hope Nigeria First Policy, a procurement directive compelling all federal ministries, departments, and agencies (MDAs) to prioritise Nigerian-made goods and services in public spending. Modelled after an economic agenda similar to Donald Trump’s “America First,” this policy signals a shift toward placing Nigerians […]
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INEC engaging National Assembly on key electoral reforms, says Yakubu
The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, has said the commission is collaborating with the National Assembly for key electoral reforms. He said these include The post INEC engaging National Assembly on key electoral reforms, says Yakubu appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Sule: I remain loyal to President, committed to APC
Nasarawa State Governor Abdullahi Sule has said the state under his leadership remains loyal to the second term bid of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and committed to the ruling All The post Sule: I remain loyal to President, committed to APC appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Seven Tips On Successful Investment
HAVE A FINANCIAL PLAN The first step towards becoming a successful investor should be starting with a financial plan that include goals.These goals should include setting targets for having specific amounts saved by specific dates. UNDERSTAND THE RISK Investment risk has many aspects, such as default risk on a bond (which can produce sharp, sudden […]
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Examining NERDC’s Push To Translate Science Into Local Languages
In a move set to reshape how Nigerian children engage with science and technology, the Nigerian Educational Research and Development Council (NERDC) has launched an initiative to translate key scientific and technological terms into nine indigenous languages. NERDC, through its Language Development Centre (LDC), kicked off the initiative to develop vocabularies in Science, Technology, and […]
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Clark lived for others, says Jonathan
Prominent leaders from the Ijaw ethnic nationality, including former President Goodluck Jonathan, Bayelsa State Governor, Senator Douye Diri, his predecessor, Senator Seriake Dickson, and President, Ijaw National Congress (INC), Prof. Benjamin Okaba The post Clark lived for others, says Jonathan appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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FG to project MSMEs on continental stage, says Shettima 
Vice President Kashim Shettima, yesterday, in Abuja, declared that the administration had taken steps to construct digital highways and bridges that would carry Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) across borders and into the heart of the African market. The post FG to project MSMEs on continental stage, says Shettima  appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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UTME mass failure: JAMB engages VCs, IT experts, others to probe ‘technical glitches’
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has launched an investigation into alleged technical glitches during the conduct of this year’s Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). To successfully conduct the The post UTME mass failure: JAMB engages VCs, IT experts, others to probe ‘technical glitches’ appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Media Strategists Task Journalists On Developmental Journalism
Media strategists have urged journalists to go further in reporting solutions rather than focusing only on society’s problems in Africa. The media strategists disclosed this yesterday during a virtual discussion on developmental journalism and the review of Africa Indicator, a publication set for launch soon by Olatunji Oke, the founding editor of Lagos Indicator and […]
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Clark lived for others, says Jonathan
• Diri, Dickson, Diri, Obi, Attah, Ibori, others pay last respect to Ijaw leader Nigerians yesterday converged on Yenagoa, the Bayelsa State, to pay their last respect to the late The post Clark lived for others, says Jonathan appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Constitution made in hurry, in error
In promulgating decree 24 on May 5, 1999 as the 1999 Constitution, the then Head of State and Commander in Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, General Abdusalam Alhaji Abubakar, made an addendum to the decree. The post Constitution made in hurry, in error appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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OAU Professor Omole to deliver inaugural lecture on microlivestock
Tribune Online OAU Professor Omole to deliver inaugural lecture on microlivestock A Professor of Animal Science at the Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Adeboye Joseph Omole, will today the University’s 397th Inaugural lecture. Titled:”Unlocking The Untapped Potentials In Microlivestock Research And Production”, the lecture is scheduled to hold at Oduduwa Hall, Obafemi Awolowo University Ile-Ife. According to information made available on the official website of the university, […] OAU Professor Omole to deliver inaugural lecture on microlivestock Tribune Online
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Dealing with safety concerns in digital workspace
While digitalisation and automation are impacting millions of jobs worldwide, they present unprecedented opportunities to enhance occupational safety and health. The post Dealing with safety concerns in digital workspace appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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New Info Perm Sec, Nnam, Assumes Duty, Urges Staff To Embrace Excellence
The Federal Ministry of Information and National Orientation welcomed its new Permanent Secretary, Mr. Ogbodo Chinasa Nnam, on Monday, following a formal handover ceremony at the Ministry’s Conference Room, Radio House, Abuja. In his inaugural address, Mr. Nnam expressed gratitude for the warm reception and acknowledged his longstanding familiarity with several staff members. He described […]
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TETFund to sanction non-performing institutions
The Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) has threatened to sanction beneficiary tertiary institutions that fail to meet its performance benchmarks or mismanage allocated funds. The agency said it would de-list The post TETFund to sanction non-performing institutions appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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No other president has invested in agriculture like Tinubu, says Uba Sani
Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani has said no other government has invested in agriculture like that of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration has done in the last two years. Sani The post No other president has invested in agriculture like Tinubu, says Uba Sani appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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A mixed bag of progress amid persistent threats
Over the past two years, the Bola Tinubu administration has made notable strides in the nation’s battle against insurgency, reclaiming territory, neutralising terrorist leaders and rescuing thousands of hostages. Yet, The post A mixed bag of progress amid persistent threats appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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UNICEF Donates Learning Materials To Kano Students
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has donated learning and instructional materials to Kano state students in partnership with other development partners. The materials include books, computers and electronic gadgets, which are aimed at improving access to quality education. While presenting the items to the Kano state students at the open arena of the Kano […]
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Russia Denies Recruiting Nigerian Women To Build Suicide Bombs
The Russian Federation has denied reports that its firm is recruiting young Nigerian women and migrant workers from other countries in Africa to build suicide bombs and drones for Russia in its war against Ukraine. A recent report said a Russian firm is allegedly recruiting hundreds of young foreign women, mainly from Africa, including South […]
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Tinubu’s security scorecard: Key gains, emerging challenges
Inheriting a nation besieged by terrorism, banditry and violent crime, President Bola Tinubu assumed office two years ago with a firm commitment to overhaul Nigeria’s security framework, prioritising the fight The post Tinubu’s security scorecard: Key gains, emerging challenges appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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UK ends social care recruitment
The United Kingdom has made a widespread immigration changes across various sectors. A white paper released yesterday by Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s administration, the extensive 82-page document marks a sharp The post UK ends social care recruitment appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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State police: What are we waiting for?
In Nigeria today, bandits, terrorists and other criminals who are known by different names have made each day imperfect for Nigerians. We have lost count of the number of people The post State police: What are we waiting for? appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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FG Okays 2025/2026 Group Life Insurance For Public Servants, Security Agencies
The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved renewal of the Group Life Insurance Scheme for public servants and key government officials for the 2025/2026 policy year, reinforcing the Tinubu administration’s commitment to staff welfare. Announcing the development at the end of the FEC meeting presided over by President Bola Tinubu, the Head of the Civil […]
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Tinubu’s promises
This writer has always been worried about the unfair distribution of national developmental assets across the regions, in our country, Nigeria. He has argued that if Nigeria is vertically sliced The post Tinubu’s promises appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Nigeria’s unending leadership challenges
Nigeria is a paradox of huge proportions. This is very worrying! It is a country endowed with enormous natural and cultural resources as well as profound human capital. But despite The post Nigeria’s unending leadership challenges appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Adebanjo meets Awo
“E ku’le, Bami,” Pa Ayo Adebanjo went down, the full-stretch ‘idobale’ as the Yoruba do it, speaking his native Ijebu dialect.  He just arrived the heavens, celestial bliss, provocative peace The post Adebanjo meets Awo appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Soludo and Obi: Why there is a wall between them
SIR: Southeast Nigeria—particularly Anambra State—boasts a distinguished array of eminently qualified individuals capable of leading the nation as president or serving with distinction in other high offices. During the administration The post Soludo and Obi: Why there is a wall between them appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Nigerians deserve transformative electoral reforms
SIR: As Nigeria continues its democratic journey, it has become increasingly clear that the nation’s political landscape is in dire need of transformation. For decades, Nigerian voters have been constrained The post Nigerians deserve transformative electoral reforms appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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A nation on the brink
SIR: Nigeria’s security crisis has reached a boiling point, with the nation grappling with an unprecedented wave of violence, terror, and senseless killings. The recent attacks on Bokkos, Barkin Ladi, The post A nation on the brink appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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