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Kogi Govt. distributes 50 trucks of rice to citizens, warns officials against diversion
The Kogi government on Tuesday distributed 50 truckloads of rice to indigent citizens as a palliative measure to cushion the present economic hardships in the state. Speaking during the distribution at the Muhammadu Buhari Square in Lokoja, Gov. Ahmed Ododo warned officials against diversion and hoarding of the palliative. The governor said that the intervention was strictly meant for the…
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Tinubu rejoices with Senate President Akpabio at 61
Abuja, Dec. 9, 2023 (NAN): President Bola Tinubu has celebrated the 61st birthday of the President of the 10th Nigerian Senate, Godswill Akpabio. This is contained in a statement by Ajuri Ngelale, Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, on Friday in Abuja. He described Akpabio as a political leader whose antecedents and achievements continued to attract recognition…
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Dubai International Chamber launches seventh representative office in Africa during ‘New Horizons’ trade mission to four countries on the continent
Dubai, United Arab Emirates — Dubai International Chamber, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, has inaugurated its seventh representative office on the African continent in Nigeria. Located in Lagos, the chamber’s 28th international office worldwide will further strengthen the economic and trade ties between Dubai and Africa. The office was inaugurated during the chamber’s…
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AMEA Power Announced as Climate Supporter of COP28
Dubai, United Arab Emirates — AMEA Power, one of the fastest growing renewable energy companies based in the Middle East, has announced its support for COP28, the United Nations Climate Change Conference, as a Climate Supporter.COP28 will take place in Dubai from November 30 to December 12, 2023, and is organized under the presidency of the UAE. The conference will…
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Marrakech to host 2023 Africa Investment Forum Market Days Event from 8th to 10th of November
Abidjan/Marrakech, Morocco — The highly anticipated Market Days Event of the Africa Investment Forum (AIF) is set to take place in Marrakech, Morocco from November 8–10. Bringing together Heads-of-State, decision makers, multinationals and investors, the upcoming three-day event under the theme “Unlocking Africa’s Value Chains,” will be the continent’s foremost business gathering. The Africa Investment Forum is a dynamic, multi-stakeholder…
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Tunisia Ex-speaker In Court Again Over Alleged Jihadist Links
The speaker of Tunisia’s dissolved parliament appeared on Monday before a judge investigating accusations his party helped Tunisian jihadists travel to fight in Iraq and Syria. Rached Ghannouchi, an arch-rival of President Kais Saied and also head of the Islamist-inspired Ennahdha party, arrived in the morning at the anti-terror court in a suburb of the capital Tunis, said one of…
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Somali Forces Kill Four In Mogadishu Hotel Siege
Somali forces attacked Al-Shabaab militants laying siege to a popular hotel in the capital, Mogadishu, where at least four people have been confirmed dead. Mohamed Dahir, an official from the national security agency, told AFP news agency that government forces had taken control of the hotel and pinned the insurgents down in a top-floor room. “The terrorist gunmen are trapped…
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Kwara NGO, MCDO, places indigent students on scholarship, donates books, bags, uniforms, others
A non-governmental organization in Kwara State, Meadows Community and Development Outreach, MCDO, has donated study aids to indigent primary school students in Ilorin to launch its Education Support for the Less Privilege (ESPLP) program. The procession for the donation of items was held at the organization’s area office in Mandate Estate, Ilorin, on Saturday, November 19, 2022. The Director, Dr…
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Outgoing CAN president unveils 1,000 capacity Marque Hall
The Outgoing President of CAN, Rev Samson Olasupo- Ayokunle, on Thursday unveiled a 1,000 capacity Marque Hall. Speaking during the commissioning, Ayokunle said the centre will especially address challenges of finding decent venues for ceremonies and events in the FCT. ”This is the first phase of the project which involves the completion of the physical structure. ‘The second phase will involve …
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Rotary plants 25 trees in honour of London-Lagos biker, Adeyanju
The Rotary Club International on Thursday planted 25 trees in honour London to Lagos biker, Mr Kunle Adeyanju. The trees were planted as done at the Buckswood School on Thursday in Abeokuta. Speaking during the planting, Rotarian Omotunde Lawson, District Governor of District 9110, said the campaign was to enhance the importance of environmental management among students. ”Planting of trees…
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NSCDC arrest 4 suspects over stolen diesel
The Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has arrested four suspects in Delta for being in possession of illegally-sourced petroleum products. Spokesman of the corps in Delta, Mr Emeka Peters, stated on Thursday in Asaba that its operatives acted on a tip-off leading to the arrest at Odorubu Waterside in Patani Local Government Area. He added that six tankers…
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Mushin LG to constitute committee on market completion
The Executive Chairman, Mushin Local Government, Mr Emmanuel Bamgboye, says the council is setting up a committee that will ensure the completion of the Mushin Main Market on time. Bamgboye disclosed this, on Tuesday, while meeting the market stakeholders, the building contractor, council officials and representatives of the community. The chairman, in his remarks, appealed to the market leaders, led…
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Kwara Assembly tasks Gov Abdulrazaq on establishment of modern markets
The Kwara State House of Assembly on Tuesday urged Gov. Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq to work out modalities towards establishing modern markets. The lawmakers said this was to ensure transaction of specific goods or items in different parts of the state. This was part of the resolutions of the House after considering a Motion on Notice titled “Need to Establish More Modern…
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Planned Okada ban: ActionAid calls for safety net to alleviate deepening poverty
ActionAid Nigeria (AAN) has urged the Federal Government to consider alternative safety net to buffer the impact of the planned ban ‘Okada’ on the affected population before taking such action. This is contained in a statement by Lola Ayanda , Communications coordinator ActionAid Nigeria in Kaduna. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that on July 21, the federal government said…
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Edo confirms eight cases of monkeypox
The Edo State Ministry of Health has revealed that eight persons had so far tested positive for monkeypox in the state. Consequently, it urged residents to observe safety measures to reduce the spread of the virus and other infectious diseases in the state. The state’s Commissioner for Health, Prof. Akoria Obehi, who who made the disclosure to journalists in Benin…
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Oworonshoki: Religious leaders charge new traditional leader on peaceful coexistence among residents
Religious leaders in Oworonshoki community in Lagos state have advised the newly installed traditional leader, Oba Babatunde Saliu, the Elebo II of Oworonshoki, to ensure more peaceful coexistence among the religious groups in the community. Alhaji Afeez Aremu, the Chief Imam of Ajah Central Mosque, gave the advice during the 40-days installation ceremony at the Oworonshoki Palace on Monday. Aremu…
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Traditional ruler seeks support for UN programmes for gender equality
The Wazirin Sokoto, Prof. Sambo Junaidu, has called on stakeholders to support the United Nations interventions on gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls. This, he said, was to promote women education, participation in governance and gender-responsive policies. Junaidu made the call during a regional Stakeholders’ Consultations on the Development of UN Women Strategic for Nigeria (2023 to…
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