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Osun boosts tomatoes, pepper farming with N2.2 million
Osun State Government has doled out a sum of N2.2m to 14 tomatoes and pepper growers in the state to boost food production.
Plateau trains 300 girls in ICT to bridge gender gap
The Plateau Government , through its Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development, said it had trained 300 girls on Information and Communication Technology (ICT) to bridge the gender gap in the communication sector in the state.
Women’s Day: Women seek gender balance in governance in Plateau
As women worldwide celebrate the International Women’s Day, their counterparts in Plateau State have called for equal opportunity and gender balance to enable them contribute their quota effectively in building the society.
Northern governors hail Pastor Adeboye at 78
The Northern State Governors’ Forum (NSGF) on Sunday, commended the impact of the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Enoch Adeboye on people as he clocks 78 years on Monday.
CAN: Rehabilitation of Boko Haram suspects troubling
The Christian Association of Nigeria, CAN, has described the de-radicalisation, empowerment and rehabilitation of Boko Haram suspects as troubling and suspicious.
Senator Boroffice: We’ll present joint flag bearer for APC primaries
Ahead of the October 10 Governorship election in Ondo state, the Senator representing Ondo North District, Prof Ajayi Boroffice, at the weekend said the Unity Group within the All Progressives Congress (APC) will present a consensus governorship aspirant for primaries.
Okada Ban: Accidents reducing in Lagos – deputy governor
The Lagos State Government has reaffirmed its decision to ban commercial motorcycles (okada) and tricycles (keke) on major roads in Lagos metropolis.
Human trafficking: Oba of Benin drums support for NAPTIP
The Oba of Benin, Oba Ewuare 11, has promised to partner with the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) through advocacy and empowerment in the fight against human trafficking.
Kano approves over N4 billion for projects
The Kano State Executive Council has approved the release of N4, 332,407, 468, for the execution of various programmes/projects in the state.
Ex-militant leaders blame Niger Delta governors for youth agitations, rallies support for Charles Dokubo
Former militant leaders from nine states in the Niger Delta area have blamed some state governors in the region for frequent agitations by the youths in the region. =
Bank rewards customers, harps on youth empowerment
Fidelity Bank Plc on Saturday said there was need for youth empowerment to curb crime and unemployment in the country.
Edo government assures continued support for returnee migrants
The Edo State Government has assured of continuous support and empowerment for returnee migrants in the state, noting that numerous initiatives are ongoing to ensure that they are well catered for and reintegrated into the society.
Aliko Dangote’s fortune increased by $4.3 billion in 2019
African richest man Aliko Dangote has significantly moved up in the World billionaires’ list as he emerged 96th richest person in the world, with an estimated worth of $14.8 billion, as against his previous ranking of 103rd in the world.
Kwara government demolishes Saraki’s ‘family property’
The Kwara State government has demolished a property which former governor and Senate President Bukola Saraki said belongs to his family.
FAFL announces nominees for Future Africa Leaders Awards
A Non-Governmental Organisation, the Future Africa Leaders Foundation, FALF, has unveiled the 30 nominees for the 2019 Future Africa Leaders Awards, FALA.
Senator Saraki reacts to revocation of father’s land
Former Senate President, Dr. Abubakar Bukola Saraki, has said Kwara State Governor, Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq, has crossed the line of decency with his recent efforts to erase the legacies of his late father, Dr. Abubakar Olusola Saraki.
Oluwo: Empowering youths is my business
The Oluwo of Iwo, Oba Abdulrosheed Akanbi has rededicated himself to the course of Iwo development through a youth empowerment scheme he recently put in place in his Osun State hometown.
Kano governor retains position as APC best performing governor
Kano state Governor, Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, has retained his position as the best performing Governor according to the assessment of the Progressive Governors Forum’s Progressive Strides Tracking Developmental Initiatives in APC states.
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Kaduna emir passes on at 70
Dr Sa’ad Usman, the Emir of Jere in Kagarko Local Government Area of Kaduna State, has died at the age of 70.
Dunamis church denies report of pastor’s N2 billion donation
Dunamis International Gospel Church has debunked reports of its founder, Paul Enenche, donating items worth N2 billion to the federal government to fight Coronavirus in Nigeria.
Carl Froch: Anthony Joshua against Deontay Wilder remains a key clash at heavyweight
Anthony Joshua against Deontay Wilder remains a key fight in the debate about the world’s best heavyweight and Oleksandr Usyk has more to prove, says Sky Sports expert Carl Froch.
Nigeria begins N20,000 cash transfer to poor households
The Federal Government said it has commenced the disbursement of N20,000 Conditional Cash Transfer to indigent households (poor) at the Kwali Area Council of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja.
Vincent Enyeama relives amazing Afcon outing against Cote d’Ivoire
Vincent Enyeama has relived his starring performance in Nigeria’s 2-1 win against Cote d’Ivoire at 2013 Africa Cup of Nations.
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As rich nations battle coronavirus, anxiety grows for low-income states
As Europe and the United States struggle to contain the coronavirus pandemic, aid groups warn that without measures millions could die in low-income countries and war zones such as Syria and Yemen, where hygiene conditions are already dire.
150 Tunisians self-isolate in factory to make masks
Employees at a Tunisian factory are churning out 50,000 face masks a day and other protective medical gear after opting to go into lockdown at work.
Tony Elumelu tests negative for coronavirus
Minority Leader of the House of Representatives, Rep. Ndudi Elumelu, yesterday confirmed that he and members of his family tested negative to the Corona Virus after a period of isolation in London.
Governor Sanwo-Olu congratulates Asiwaju Tinubu at 68
The Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has congratulated the National Leader of the All Progressives Congress, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, on his 68th birthday.
Layi Babatunde: Restriction is good, but palliatives are needed
Publisher of judgments of Supreme Court of Nigeria, Mr Layi Babatunde, SAN, has said that President Muhammadu Buhari restriction order to contain the spread of Convid-19 in Lagos and Abuja is a right measure but that government should also provide palliatives to help residents cope with lockdown