Category: Development
Nigeria Seeks Japan’s Cooperation in Tackling Security Challenges in Africa
Tokyo, Japan, August 25, 2024 — Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, has called for enhanced cooperation between Japan and Africa to address the continent’s escalating security challenges. Speaking at the Ministerial Meeting of the Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD), which took place from August 24th to 25th, 2024, in…
Bruno Labbadia Appointed as 37th Head Coach of Nigeria’s Super Eagles
Abuja, August 27, 2024 — The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has officially announced the appointment of German football tactician Bruno Labbadia as the new Head Coach of Nigeria’s Senior Men’s National Team, the Super Eagles. This decision was confirmed by the NFF General Secretary, Dr. Mohammed Sanusi, in a statement released early Tuesday morning. “The…
Mark Zuckerberg Addresses Content Moderation and Government Pressure in Letter to House Judiciary Committee
August 26, 2024 – Washington, D.C. In a recent letter to the U.S. House Judiciary Committee, Meta Platforms CEO Mark Zuckerberg responded to inquiries concerning content moderation practices on Meta’s platforms and the company’s interactions with the U.S. government. The letter, addressed to Committee Chairman Jim Jordan, sheds light on the complex relationship between Meta…
Hon. Ifedolapo Waliu Owode Distributes Farm Inputs and Facilitates Farmer Registration in Ijebu East
Ijebu East, Ogun State — In a significant move to boost agricultural productivity and support local farmers, Hon. Ifedolapo Waliu Owode, the representative of Ijebu East Local Government Area in the Ogun State House of Assembly, has commenced the distribution of essential farm inputs to farmers in the region. The distribution event took place on…
House Committee Inspects Proposed Kara Market Relocation Site in Ogere
Ogere, Ogun State — The Ogun State House Committee on Agriculture and Environment, accompanied by representatives from the Ministries of Agriculture and Environment, as well as stakeholders from Kara Market, conducted an inspection of the proposed relocation site for the Kara Market in Ogere. The site is intended to house the market, which is currently…
Nigerian Education Loan Fund Expands Reach with New Onboarding of State-Owned Institutions
The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELF) continues to make significant strides in its mission to provide accessible financial aid to students across the country. As of the latest update, a total of 86 state-owned institutions have been successfully onboarded onto the NELF portal, expanding the reach and impact of the student loan program. In a…
BREAKING: President Tinubu Proposes Crude Oil Sales to Dangote Refinery in Naira
Abuja, Nigeria — In a significant move aimed at stabilizing fuel prices and the exchange rate between the dollar and the Naira, President Bola Tinubu has extended a vital lifeline to the Dangote Refinery. The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved a proposal put forward by the President to sell crude oil to the Dangote…
How to Unbar Your Phone Line Due to NIN-SIM Mismatch
If your phone line has been barred in the last two to three weeks, it’s likely because of a mismatch between the details provided during your SIM registration and the information linked to your National Identification Number (NIN). This is a common issue many users face, but fortunately, resolving it is straightforward. Why Was Your…
Ibara Regeneration Scheme: Ogun Government Warns Allottees Against Reselling Land
Abeokuta, Nigeria – The Ogun State Government has issued a stern warning to allottees of the Ibara Regeneration Scheme, prohibiting the resale of allocated land. This directive aims to ensure that the purpose of the scheme is not compromised. At a stakeholders’ meeting held on Saturday in Abeokuta, the Commissioner for Housing, Jagunmolu Jamiu Omoniyi,…
BREAKING: Lagos State Tops Climate Governance Performance Ranking
Lagos, Nigeria – In a remarkable achievement, Lagos State has secured the first position in the Climate Governance Performance ranking among the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). This ranking was conducted by the Federal Ministry of Environment in collaboration with the Society for Planet & Prosperity. This accolade is attributed to the…