NIPSS
15 Sep
Senior Executives of Course (SEC) 42 2020 of the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS) have called on the Federal Government to develop a comprehensive policy to tackle the post-retirement challenges faced by civil servants. The Deputy Monitor General, NIPSS SEC 42 2020, Ms Amina Yusuf, made the call during a reunion conference…
6 Sep
The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA), Plateau chapter, has promised free medical checkups and treatments for participants of the Senior Executive Course at the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS), Kuru. READ ALSO:Lagos NMA decries govt’s failure to implement medical salary structure Its Chairman, Dr Yilji Kumtap, made the…
16 May
Lagos State Government has said that it will fully domesticate and implement the National Women's Economic Empowerment Policy, (WEE), as part of its strategic intervention to improve the lot of women and girls in the state.
17 Apr
State Commissioners for Women Affairs met yesterday, in Abuja, to formulate a strategy for downscaling the National Women’s Economic Empowerment (WEE) policy to the grassroots.
17 Apr
Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Abubakar Atiku Bagudu, has called on the Senior Executive Course 46 of the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS), Kuru, Plateau State, to critically examine the place of the digital economy
17 Apr
States' Commissioners of women Affairs have met yesterday in Abuja, to formulate strategy for downscaling the National Women’s Economic Empowerment, (WEE), Policy to the grassroots. At a two-day meeting organized by the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies, (NIPSS), with the support of the development Research and Projects Centre (dRPC), Minister of Women Affairs,…
21 Feb
The Regional Citizens’ Dialogue Programme (RCDP), an initiative for preventing and responding to Unconstitutional Changes of Government in West Africa, will be launched on February 27 in Abuja.
23 Jan
National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS) and Peace Building Development Consult (PBDC) are set to train professionals on Satalite data mining and geospatial intelligence for national development.
6 Oct 2023
Director General of National Institute of Policy and Strategic Studies, NIPSS, Prof. Ayo Omotayo, has said the death penalty for corrupt public officers, as suggested in some quarters, will not curb corruption in Nigeria.
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The House of Representatives Member for Ideato North and South Federal Constituency, Ikenga Imo Ugochinyere, has called on Governor Hope Uzodinma to ensure the completion of the critical Umuchima gully erosion project in Ideato South, following the state's recent decision to take over the project from the federal government. Ugochinyere made this call during an…
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The Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) has commenced the implementation of the Federal Government directive to facilitate the sale of crude oil and petroleum products in Naira, with the initial focus on serving the Dangote Refinery. The Managing Director, NPA, Dr. Abubakar Dantsoho, during an inter-agency stakeholders meeting yesterday, said the authority is coordinating services from…
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No fewer than 200 people were involved in the last Tuesday boat mishap at Gwajibo Mudi community in Kaiama local government of Kwara State. Kwara State AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq described the tragedy as shocking and saddening. At least, about 90 corpses have been recovered, while 31 have, as at the time of filing this report, rescued.…
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The presidential candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) in the 2023 general election, Dr Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has declared that no amount of pressure would suppress the North from voting against the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 general election. Kwankwaso, who insisted that the North has suffered more than enough crucifixion,…
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The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has stressed the need for peace and unity in the region for the successful implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AFCTA). The body maintained that AFCFTA represents not just an opportunity, but a transformation for Africa, providing a platform for trade liberalisation, economic growth, and…
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The Martin Amaewhule-led Rivers State House of Assembly has condemned the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC) for "blatant" disregard of a Federal High Court judgement. The court ordered the commission to halt the planned local government elections, citing non-compliance with relevant laws. During its 55th Legislative Sitting, the House Committee on Commissions and Agencies…
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The Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC), representing all registered political parties in Nigeria, on Thursday, pledged commitment to upholding democratic values ahead of Local Government elections in Rivers State on Saturday, October 5, 2024. IPAC emphasised the unity of Nigerians in fostering sustainable democracy and development, vowing to resist any attempts to undermine the country's hard-earned…
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Vice President Kashim Shettima has said that the administration of President Bola Tinubu is poised in its commitment to bridging the infrastructure gap and ending the erosion menace in the Southeast geopolitical zone. The Vice President also announced grants of N150,000 to outstanding Micro Small, and Medium Enterprises in Enugu. Shettima, who stated this while…
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Nigerian Afrobeat Singer, Adeleke David popularly known as, Davido has chosen to stay silent on the ongoing drama with Wizkid matter, opting to share a positive message with his fans. Since Wizkid began throwing jabs at Davido on social media on October 2, many expected a response from the ‘Aye’ crooner. However, Davido remained focused…
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Vice President Kashim Shettima has said that the administration of President Bola Tinubu is poised in its commitment to bridging the infrastructure gap and ending the erosion menace in the Southeast geopolitical zone. The Vice President also announced grants of N150,000 to outstanding Micro Small, and Medium Enterprises in Enugu. Shettima, who stated this while…