Matsunaga Kazuyoshi
14 Aug 2024
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has reiterated its commitment to positioning the country as a global leader in technology innovation and entrepreneurship.
16 May 2024
In a move to combat terrorism in West Africa, Japan and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), have launched a joint operation at the Martin Luther Agwai International Leadership and Peacekeeping Centre (MLAILPKC) in Kaduna.
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A rights group, International Society for Civil Liberties and Rule of Law (Intersociety), has asked the National Agency for Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) to carefully sort out all erroneously seized and carted away drugs during the February 9, 2025, raid at Onitsha, Aba, and Lagos markets, particularly those manufactured by local pharmaceutical companies and…
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Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) meeting at the 13th Population Association of Nigeria (PAN) Annual Conference have called on the Federal Government to increase the budget allocated to family planning commodities from zero per cent to one per cent. They made the call during a panel discussion tagged ‘Navigating Challenges: CSOs Perspective on Funding Cuts for…
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The Kwara State Government on Wednesday launched a Coding and Digital Literacy training programme for at least 50 public primary and junior secondary schools across the state. The programme was organised by the Office of the Special Assistant to the Governor on Digital and Innovation, Mr Ishola Kayode. Flagging off the programme on behalf of…
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The Mangal Foundation, an NGO, has provided free eye surgeries to over 14,000 vulnerable people in Katsina State since its establishment in 2013. Mr Hussaini Kabir, a member of the foundation’s board, shared this during the 2025 first-quarter exercise launch in Katsina on Wednesday. He noted that some beneficiaries received free drugs and medicated glasses.…
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Tax and customs expert Mr. Okey Ibeke, on Thursday, raised concerns over the ongoing tax reform bills, emphasizing that the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) plays a highly technical role that extends far beyond revenue collection. The expert described the NCS as a specialized agency requiring advanced technical skills to effectively carry out its functions. Ibeke…
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The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has elected Olushola Oladoja as its National President. Oladoja, who is a Postgraduate student of the University of Jos, emerged winner after polling 300 votes in a keenly contested convention held at the Old Parade Ground, Abuja. He defeated Salauhudeen Suleiman, a student of Yakubu Gowon University (University…
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The Renewed Hope Initiative of the wife of the President, Senator Oluremi Bola Tinubu, in collaboration with the Office of the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Sustainable Development Goals (SDG's), has flagged off the second phase of empowerment tools to women in Zone B and C senatorial districts of Niger State. Flagging off…
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Legendary actor Gene Hackman and his wife, classical pianist Betsy Arakawa, were found dead in their Santa Fe home on Wednesday afternoon, according to the Santa Fe County Sheriff’s Office. Hackman was 95, while Arakawa was 63. Their dog was also found deceased. Sheriff Adan Mendoza confirmed the discovery, stating there was no immediate evidence…
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The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, has assured officers, soldiers, and their families that he is totally committed to ensuring they have remarkable service and befitting post-service years. He promises unique welfare packages that will positively impact their lives and those of their families. The COAS made the revelation on Wednesday…
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The Chairman of Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC), Dr Mohammed Shehu, has called for urgent need to address dwindling allocations for sustainable revenue generation. Shehu also called for effective collaboration among relevant stakeholders for innovative revenue strategies to meet public service demands at all levels of government. He made the call on Wednesday…