NiMet, FGWR to Strengthen Climate Reporting for Public Safet

NiMet, FGWR to Strengthen Climate Reporting for Public Safet

By: Julian Osamoto The Nigerian Meteorological Agency, NiMet, in partnership with First Green White Resources, has stepped up efforts to boost the quality of weather and climate reporting across Nigeria saying improved public communication is critical to saving lives. At a media dialogue in Abuja, themed "Weather and Climate Reporting for the Safety of Lives," NiMet’s Director General, Professor Charles Anosike, said the value of weather forecasts lies […]

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Reps Give Rivers Govt 48-Hour Deadline on ₦1.48tn Budget

By Oluwakemi Kindness The House of Representatives has given the Rivers State Government a 48-hour deadline to explain several controversial items in its 2025 ₦1.48 trillion budget. The House Ad-hoc Committee on Oversight of Rivers State, chaired by House Leader Professor Julius Ihonvbere, raised concerns during a budget defence session in Abuja on Monday. Lawmakers queried allocations including: * ₦24 billion for CCTV installation at the State Government House * […]

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CODE, HUMANx Partner to end Period Poverty in Nigeria

By: Julian Osamoto An advocacy group Connected Development (CODE) and social enterprise HUMANx is tackling period poverty head-on with a plan to distribute two hundred reusable menstrual pads to underserved communities. The initiative, formalised through a Memorandum of Understanding signed in Abuja, aims to reduce school absenteeism among girls who lack access to sanitary products during menstruation. At the heart of the campaign is the ‘dignity pad’, a washable, reusable […]

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Speaker Abbas Tajudeen acknowledges President Tinubu's support as crucial to his success in office

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Speaker Abbas Attributes His Success to President Tinubu’s Backing

By Oluwakemi Kindness The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Abbas Tajudeen, says the tremendous support he receives from President Bola Tinubu, is the bedrock of his achievements in office. He also credited the productive partnership with the Governor of Kaduna State, Senator Uba Sani, as a key factor contributing to his success. Speaker Abbas stated this in Zaria on Saturday during the celebration of the two years anniversary of […]

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Dr George Elombi speaking at Afreximbank Annual Meetings in Abuja after being appointed President

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Cameroonian George Elombi Named President of Afreximbank

By Oluwakemi Kindness Dr. George Elombi of Cameroon has been appointed President and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank), becoming the fourth person to hold the position since the Bank’s establishment. His appointment was ratified by shareholders during the 32nd Annual Afreximbank Meetings and associated events held in Abuja, Nigeria. Dr Elombi will succeed Professor Benedict Oramah, who has served in the role since […]

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FCT volleyball teams competing in an energetic match at Moshood Abiola Stadium, Abuja

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FCT Volleyball Teams Thrill Fans at Moshood Abiola Stadium Tournament

By Arinzechi Chukwunonso A Mini Volleyball Tournament has held at the Volleyball Court in Package B of the Moshood Abiola Stadium. The tournament featured teams from across the Federal Capital Territory, consisted of five male and four female teams. The clubs that participated include Apo Spikers, All Stars Volleyball Club, De Friends Volleyball Club, Games Village Volleyball Club, and Kuje United Volleyball Club. Speaking at the event, Amina Abdulmalik, a […]

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CGC Adewale Adeniyi receiving applause following his election as Chair of the World Customs Organisation Council.

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Adeniyi Takes Over as Chair of World Customs Organisation Council

By Oluwakemi Kindness The Comptroller-General of Nigeria's Customs, CGC Adewale Adeniyi has been unanimously elected as Chairperson, World Customs Organisation (WCO) Council. His appointment into the highest decision-making body in global customs administration comes exactly two years after his historic appointment as the Comptroller-General of Customs by President Bol Tinubu The election was held during the concluding session of the 145th/146th WCO Council Meetings held on Saturday, 28th June 2025, […]

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Ejike Ugboaja Foundation Screens, Trains Basketball Students Across FCT

By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The Ejike Ugboaja Foundation on Saturday held a basketball training and screening exercise for secondary schools across the Federal Capital Territory, FCT The event, took place at the basketball court of the Moshood Abiola Stadium in Abuj. The founder of the Foundation Ejike Ugboaja, an ex-international basketball player and the first athlete to be drafted into the NBA from Nigeria's local league—having played for the Cleveland Cavaliers—shared […]

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Amos Adamu appointed Grand Patron of Samuel Okwaraji U-16 Football Cup in Nigeria

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Adamu Named Grand Patron of Okwaraji Cup

By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Former Director General of the Nigerian National Sports Commission, Dr. Amos Adamu, has accepted the role of Grand Patron for the Samuel Okwaraji Under-16 Annual All Nigeria Secondary School Football Championship. Dr. Adamu made the commitment during a courtesy visit by the Samuel Okwaraji Foundation to his residence in Abuja. In his remarks, he praised the legacy of the late Samuel Okwaraji, highlighting his sacrifice for Nigerian […]

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