10 h. ago Federal Gov’t Orders Reopening Of Lagos Bridge, Opts For Palliative Repairs

The Federal Government has announced the immediate reopening of the Independence Bridge (Ahmadu Bello Way-Marina bound) in Lagos to vehicular movement, opting for palliative fixes while deferring full rehabilitation works. Minister of Works, Senator Dave Umahi, gave the directive in a statement issued on Wednesday by the Federal Controller of Works in Lagos, Mrs. Olukorede […]

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52 h. ago Federal Gov’t Seeks Tangible Investment By International Oil Firms

  The federal government has called on major oil companies operating in the country to reciprocate its efforts in enhancing the investment climate by committing tangible investments to the sector. This appeal comes after significant reforms aimed at improving regulatory stability and fiscal competitiveness in the oil and gas industry. Minister of State for Petroleum […]

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61 h. ago Federal Gov’t Partners VHI On Development Of National Monuments

The federal government through the National Commission for Museums and Monuments has pledged to collaborate with the Vernacular Heritage Initiative (VHI) in the development of national monuments nationwide. Director general of the commission, Olugbile Holloway made the pledge the representative of VHI, Dr Obafemi Olukoya handed over the Egbo Egbo Bassey House Project reports and […]

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3 d. ago Federal Gov’t To Establish Renewed Hope Cultural Villages Nationwide

The Federal Government has announced intentions to create ‘Renewed Hope Cultural Villages’ in all 36 states to enhance Nigeria’s vibrant cultural heritage and stimulate the creative sector. Special Assistant to the Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism, and Creative Economy, Abiola Jagunlabi, in an interview with journalists in Ilorin, Kwara State capital, revealed that this initiative […]

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3 d. ago Federal Gov’t Prioritises Irrigation To Boost Food Security – Minister

The Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, Engr. Joseph Utsev, has inspected the Makurdi Irrigation Project under the Lower Benue River Basin Authority, reinforcing the federal government’s commitment to enhancing food production through irrigation and dry-season farming. The minister said that the initiative aligns with the administration’s broader goal of achieving national food security. Speaking […]

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3 d. ago Federal Gov’t Mobilises Pension Funds To Finance 5,000km Of Roads

The Nigerian government has announced plans to mobilise pension funds to finance the construction of 5,000 kilometres of roads. This plan has raised concerns about transparency and the potential risks of diverting retirees’ savings to build infrastructure projects. Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, disclosed the initiative during an online […]

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3 d. ago Empowering tomorrow: Bold vision of the Nigerian Youth Academy

Tribune Online Empowering tomorrow: Bold vision of the Nigerian Youth Academy AMIDST Africa’s vibrant landscape, where the energy of youth is both tangible and inspiring, stands a guiding light of hope and change: the Nigerian Youth Academy. With over 200 million citizens, Nigeria’s burgeoning population of young people is eager to redefine their futures. It is within this dynamic environment that the Nigerian Youth Academy sets […] Empowering tomorrow: Bold vision of the Nigerian Youth Academy Tribune Online

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4 d. ago Ekiti Commissioner, Adedayo, elected chairman of Nigerian Youth Commissioners’ Forum

Tribune Online Ekiti Commissioner, Adedayo, elected chairman of Nigerian Youth Commissioners’ Forum The Ekiti State Commissioner for Youth Development, Gold Adesola Adedayo, has been elected Chairman of the Nigerian Youth Commissioners' Forum (NYCF). Ekiti Commissioner, Adedayo, elected chairman of Nigerian Youth Commissioners’ Forum Tribune Online

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6 d. ago YEIDEP: Keystone Bank Lauds Federal Gov’t, Minister For Empowering Nigerian Youths

Keystone Bank Limited has lauded the President Bola Tinubu-led administration for its undying support towards youth development in Nigeria. The bank expressed its appreciation at a solidarity dinner held in honour of Comrade Ayodele Olawande, the Minister for Youth Development, and Comrade Kennedy Iyere, the Coordinator-General of the Youth Economic Intervention and De-Radicalization Program (YEIDEP) […]

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7 d. ago Federal Gov’t To Deploy Drones For Nigeria’s Airspace Safety

The federal government has welcomed the deployment of drones for airspace safety navigation checks across Nigeria. The minister of aviation and aerospace development, Festus Keyamo, stated this at a workshop on ‘Navaid Drone; advancement in air navigation and safety’ in Abuja on Thursday. While speaking at a workshop, Keyamo said, “it is my absolute pleasure […]

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7 d. ago Ogun Monarch Calls For Youths’ Involvement In Farming To Tackle Unemployment

The Alake and Paramount ruler of Egbaland, Oba Adedotun Aremu Gbadebo on Wednesday stressed the need for Nigerian youths to embrace agriculture as the best panacea for overcoming challenges of unemployment, as well as food security for the country. Oba Gbadebo, who described the level of youth unemployment and the current high prices of food […]

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8 d. ago Embrace agriculture for food security, job creation – Ogun monarch urges youths

The Alake and Paramount ruler of Egbaland, Oba Adedotun Gbadebo has called on Nigerian youths to embrace agriculture to boost food creation and create jobs Gbadebo described the level of unemployment as well as the challenge of food insecurity in the country as worrisome saying that the youths can however bring about a turnaround with Read More

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9 d. ago Youth empowerment: FG receives proposal from NYDB technical c’tte

Tribune Online Youth empowerment: FG receives proposal from NYDB technical c’tte The Technical Committee of the National Youth Development Bank (NYDB) has presented to the Federal Government, a groundbreaking proposal aimed at tackling the funding and inclusion challenges faced by young Nigerians. The proposal seeks to empower the youth and enhance their opportunities for development and was presented to the Minister of Youth Development, Comrade Ayodele […] Youth empowerment: FG receives proposal from NYDB technical c’tte Tribune Online

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9 d. ago Reps: Bill to establish local govt electoral commission passes second reading

Tribune Online Reps: Bill to establish local govt electoral commission passes second reading The Bill provides that the National Local Government Electoral Commission shall consist of a Chairman and 37 other members representing the 36 States of the Federation and the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. Reps: Bill to establish local govt electoral commission passes second reading Tribune Online

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9 d. ago Federal Gov’t Unveils 50 Local Textbooks For Tertiary Education

The Federal Government has unveiled fifty (50) locally-written textbooks aimed at addressing the critical shortage of high-quality academic resources in Nigerian universities and colleges. The initiative is spearheaded by the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund), under the Higher Education Book Development Intervention Project. The 50 books, authored by Nigerian scholars, were presented to the public […]

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9 d. ago Youths Speaker Commiserates With Governor Radda Over Mother’s Death

The speaker of the Nigerian Youth Parliament, Hon. Aliyu Zakari Idris has condoled with Katsina State governor Dr Dikko Umaru Radda over the passing of his beloved mother, Hajiya Safara’u Ummaru Bare Bare. In a statement, Idris emphasised that the Hajiya Safara’u was a pillar of strength to her family and a source of kindness […]

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9 d. ago Federal Gov’t Creates Special Force To Tackle Terrorism, Cybersecurity

The federal government has assembled 800 soldiers from the Nigerian Army, Navy and Air Force for training as Special Operations Forces to boost the Nation’s security architecture and enhance Nigeria’s operational effectiveness in combating terrorism, insurgency, transnational crimes, and other asymmetric threats bedeviling the Country. Speaking during the opening of the Special Operations Forces training […]

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9 d. ago We’re Equipping Nigerian Youths To Compete Globally – Tinubu

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has affirmed his administration’s resolve to equip Nigerian youths with the required skills to compete effectively as key players on the global stage. Speaking yesterday in Abuja, Tinubu listed areas in which the government intends to train the young population, including world-class training in digital literacy, technical skills, entrepreneurship, and the […]

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9 d. ago Tinubu unveils youth academy to bridge skills gap, boost empowerment

President Bola Tinubu, on Monday, affirmed his administration’s resolve to equip Nigerian youths with the required skills that would enable them to compete effectively as key players on the global stage. Tinubu, who stated this when he officially launched the Nigerian Youth Academy at the Council Chambers of the Presidential Villa in Abuja, noted that Read More

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1 week ago Tinubu NiYA launches, says youths being equipped to be major competitors on global stage

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   President Bola Tinubu at the launch of the Nigerian Youth Academy (NiYA) on Monday, has affirmed his administration’s resolve to equip Nigerian youths with the required skills that would enable them to compete effectively as key players on the global stage. Speaking at the ceremony at the Council Chambers of […] The post Tinubu NiYA launches, says youths being equipped to be major competitors on global stage appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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