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27 Jan
The Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment has said it is sustaining efforts and working closely with the National Cashew Association of Nigeria (NCAN), relevant agencies of government and the Organised Private Sector towards creating a robust cashew sector
24 Jan
The Enugu State Government and Fungtai Engineering have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the production of cash crops on 7,221 hectares of agricultural land at Ugwujoro, Nimbo, in Uzo-Uwani Local Council
21 Dec
The Borno State Police Command has deployed over 3,000 personnel to secure churches and other places of worship during Christmas and New Year celebrations. Police Commissioner Mohammed Yusuf disclosed this over the weekend (Friday) during a meeting with the Northeast Christian Association of Nigeria (NCAN) Chairman, Bishop Mohammed Naga, in Maiduguri. According to him, the…
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China's economy is facing growing "uncertainty" in the international environment, as well as insufficient domestic demand, a top economic official said on Thursday. Beijing set an ambitious annual growth target of around five percent on Wednesday, vowing to make domestic demand its main economic driver as an escalating trade war with the United States hit…
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South Korea's Air Force said Thursday that one of its fighter jets had accidentally dropped eight bombs in the wrong place during a training exercise, resulting in civilian injuries. "Eight MK-82 general-purpose bombs were abnormally released from an Air Force KF-16 aircraft, landing outside the designated firing range," the Air Force said. The incident occurred…
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Nigeria is standing at the crossroads of a digital revolution, and at the heart of this transformation is the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA). On February 25, 2025, the agency’s Director-General, Kashifu Inuwa, took the stage on NTA’s Good Morning Nigeria to outline the Federal Government’s ambitious roadmap for digital transformation, financial inclusion, and…
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March 8 is International Women’s Day (IWD), which will be celebrated this year under the theme “For ALL women and girls: Rights. Equality. Empowerment.” This theme emphasises the need for actions that unlock equal rights, power, and opportunities for all and envisions a feminist future where no one is left behind. The 2025 IWD campaign…
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Nigeria and China have long maintained a robust and evolving diplomatic relationship, but recent developments indicate a strategic shift toward an even deeper economic and political partnership. The appointment of Mr. Joseph Tegbe as the Director General of Nigeria-China Strategic Partnership is a landmark decision that signals Nigeria’s commitment to maximizing the vast opportunities that…
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US President Donald Trump on Wednesday threatened further destruction of Gaza if all remaining hostages are not released and issued an ultimatum to Hamas leaders to flee. Strongly backing Israel as a ceasefire teeters, Trump said he was "sending Israel everything it needs to finish the job" as his administration expedites billions of dollars in…
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Harry Kane struck twice as Bayern Munich eased to a 3-0 home win over 10-man Bayer Leverkusen on Wednesday, putting them on track for the Champions League quarter-finals. Unable to beat Leverkusen in six attempts since Xabi Alonso took over in October 2022, Bayern were dominant from start to finish in the first leg of…
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The Federal Executive Council (FEC) on Wednesday approved 13 contracts for the Ministry of Works, totaling N679 billion, to facilitate road rehabilitation and new construction projects across several states. The Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, said the approvals include rescoping, variation, and fresh contracts aimed at ensuring infrastructure development aligns with available funds. Addressing newsmen…
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DevReporting, an online newspaper established by Development Reporting Services Limited, is set to take off. With its headquarters in Lagos, the newspaper said its interest is to promote informed discourse, balanced reporting, and a comprehensive impact on development issues in Nigeria and Africa. This is contained in a statement signed by the organisation’s…
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Leaders in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have pleaded with the 2023 governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Dr. Abdul-Azeez Olajide Adediran, popularly known as JANDOR, to rescind his decision to quit the party. The delegation, led by the National Secretary of the PDP, Ude Okoye, included prominent party chieftains such as former…