39 h. ago Minister lauds unveiling of platform to showcase Ekiti’s cultural, tourism potential

Tribune Online Minister lauds unveiling of platform to showcase Ekiti’s cultural, tourism potential "Tourism is more than leisure; it is a vehicle for economic growth, job creation, and cultural preservation... Minister lauds unveiling of platform to showcase Ekiti’s cultural, tourism potential Tribune Online

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59 h. ago Mbah urges optimism, unity, says end’ll vindicate Tinubu’s economic policies

Enugu State Governor, Dr. Peter Mbah, has urged Nigerians to be optimistic and united in the face of present challenges, assuring that the economic policies of the President Bola Tinubu administration and citizens’ huge sacrifices would ultimately pay off if the nation stayed the course. Mbah said while the anniversary might understandably be low-key, it […] The post Mbah urges optimism, unity, says end’ll vindicate Tinubu’s economic policies appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Right to development, public interest litigation and rule of law in Nigeria (1)

INTRODUCTION Right to Development The right to development is an inalienable human right affirmed by the United Nations Declaration on the Right to Development (1986). It asserts that every individual and all peoples are entitled to participate in, contribute to, and enjoy economic, social, cultural, and political development, in which all human rights and fundamental […] The post Right to development, public interest litigation and rule of law in Nigeria (1) appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Hospitality, tourism industry capable of diversifying Nigeria’s economy beyond oil — Oluwakemi Olushola, culture advocate, Oyo WIHN director

Tribune Online Hospitality, tourism industry capable of diversifying Nigeria’s economy beyond oil — Oluwakemi Olushola, culture advocate, Oyo WIHN director Oluwakemi Olushola has over a decade of experience in the hospitality industry. She is the director of the Oyo State chapter of Women in Hospitality Nigeria (WIHN). She is the Executive Director of Harrington Inn Hotel, and also of Akara and More. As a thought leader and culture advocate, her work inspires professionals and entrepreneurs […] Hospitality, tourism industry capable of diversifying Nigeria’s economy beyond oil — Oluwakemi Olushola, culture advocate, Oyo WIHN director Tribune Online

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1 week ago Mbah’s making waves, contractors feel safe in Enugu – Joint NASS Committee on Works

▪︎Says Enugu State going higher, looking better under Mbah ▪︎As Mbah urges FG to speed up work on Enugu-Onitsha Road, Enugu-Makurdi Road, others The Joint National Assembly (NASS) Committee on Works, which comprises the Senate and House of Representatives, has commended the transformations witnessed in Enugu State under the leadership of Governor Peter Mbah, saying […] The post Mbah’s making waves, contractors feel safe in Enugu – Joint NASS Committee on Works appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago “I’ll Hand Over Power To Anambra Central” — Soludo Outlines Succession Plan

Governor of Anambra State, Professor Chukwuma Soludo, on Sunday,  affirmed that he would hand over power to a governor from Anambra Central Senatorial District at the end of his tenure. Soludo made this statement during an endorsement rally for his re-election bid. The event also marked the return of Hon. Ifeanyi Ibezi, a former member […] The post “I’ll Hand Over Power To Anambra Central” — Soludo Outlines Succession Plan appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago FG unveils data mapping report on abounding opportunities in creative sector

Tribune Online FG unveils data mapping report on abounding opportunities in creative sector The Federal Ministry of Art, Culture, Tourism and the Creative Economy on Thursday published the Creative Economy Data Mapping Report, a landmark study that provides a comprehensive overview of opportunities across Nigeria’s creative economy value chain. The report was unveiled at the Creative Industries Economic Coordination and Investment Summit organised by the British Council in […] FG unveils data mapping report on abounding opportunities in creative sector Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Cross River voted 440,000 out of 1.7 million registered voters in the last 2023 presidential election

A socio-cultural and Economic Group, Prince Otu Community Development Initiative, led by its National President Kanu Uno, has advocated for read more Cross River voted 440,000 out of 1.7 million registered voters in the last 2023 presidential election-Group

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2 w. ago Ibas hands over to Fubara, declares restoration of order in Rivers

The Sole Administrator of Rivers State, Rear Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (retd.), on Thursday handed over power to Governor Siminalayi Fubara, declaring that law and order had been restored in the state. read more Ibas hands over to Fubara, declares restoration of order in Rivers

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2 w. ago IBB’s spokesperson calls for creation of Abuja tourism village

Says it will boost GDP By Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja Former Edo State Commissioner for Information and spokesperson to ex-President Ibrahim Babangida, Prince Kassim Afegbua, has called for the establishment of an Abuja Tourism Village to boost the capital’s cultural and economic appeal. He made the call while receiving a delegation from the Emerging Abuja Projects, […] The post IBB’s spokesperson calls for creation of Abuja tourism village appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Kebbi Governor Pushes Bill To Transform Argungu Festival Into Economic Powerhouse

Governor Nasir Idris of Kebbi State has appealed to the Federal Government to reposition the historic Argungu International Fishing and Cultural Festival as a global tourism attraction. He further noted that the festival should serve as a key driver of Nigeria’s Blue Economy, boosting both cultural heritage and economic growth. The Governor made the call […] The post Kebbi Governor Pushes Bill To Transform Argungu Festival Into Economic Powerhouse appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Ossiomo Power Plant clarifies relationship with Chinese partners

Tribune Online Ossiomo Power Plant clarifies relationship with Chinese partners The Ossiomo Power Plant, a Private Power Plant (PPP) facilitated by the administration of former Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State, has debunked the claim by its Chinese partner, the Jiangsu Communication Clean Energy Technology (CCETC), that it had not received any Return on Investment (RoI) since the plant was established. The management of the […] Ossiomo Power Plant clarifies relationship with Chinese partners Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Nigeria, Angola Strengthen Ties With New Bilateral Agreements

Nigeria and Angola have revived their long-dormant Bilateral Joint Economic Commission after 24 years, sealing fresh agreements aimed at strengthening socio-economic, cultural, and political cooperation. The agreements were signed during the fifth session of the joint commission, a three-day meeting in Luanda, led by Nigeria’s Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, and […]

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3 w. ago Musawa promises to revise NTDA, NIHOTOUR Acts for industry benefit

Tribune Online Musawa promises to revise NTDA, NIHOTOUR Acts for industry benefit •As stakeholders push for inclusive growth The Minister of Arts, Culture, Tourism, and Creative Economy, Hannatu Musa Musawa, has announced plans to review the Nigerian Tourism Development Authority (NTDA) Act of 2022 as well as the National Institute for Hospitality and Tourism (NIHOTOUR) Act to strategically benefits the industry’s stakeholders. This initiative stems from a […] Musawa promises to revise NTDA, NIHOTOUR Acts for industry benefit Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Use Culture As Economic Power, Governor Mbah Urges Nigerians

Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Mbah, has asked Nigerians to transform the country’s cultural wealth into economic power, create millions of jobs and drive sustainable growth. Opening a three-day Culture and Creative Economy Summit at the Landmark Nike Resort, Enugu, on Tuesday, the governor, represented by the secretary to the state government, Prof. Chidiebere […]

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3 w. ago Lagos: Governor’s Road residents protest power outages, tackle Ikeja Electric

…company says faulty transformer to blame By Chinelo Obogo Residents of Governor’s Road, Ikotun in Alimosho Local Government Area of Lagos State have tackled Ikeja Electric over the continued power outage which has persisted for over 10 days. Speaking on behalf of the residents, the chairman of Igando Peace Estate Phase IV, CDA, Emmanuel […] The post Lagos: Governor’s Road residents protest power outages, tackle Ikeja Electric appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 w. ago Dubai firm invests $3m in solar power, smart meter projects in Bayelsa

Tribune Online Dubai firm invests $3m in solar power, smart meter projects in Bayelsa Bayelsa State and Jampur Group, a company based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, on Thursday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to set up renewable energy (solar power) and smart metering production plants in the state. The $3m investment would be financed solely by the conglomerate. Speaking during the event in Government House, Yenagoa, Governor […] Dubai firm invests $3m in solar power, smart meter projects in Bayelsa Tribune Online

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last month NFF Partners With Vivacity Group On Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Youth Employment

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has agreed to partner with the non-governmental organisation Vivacity Group on its Future of Work Initiative (NigeriaWorks 2030), aimed at driving innovation, entrepreneurship, and youth employment across various sectors, including the services and care economy, agriculture and agribusiness, creative and cultural industries, and the technology and digital economy. Speaking during […]

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