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Trade Minister Hails SMEDAN’s G.R.O.W. Nigeria Model for MSME Development

By Oluwakemi Kindness The Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Dr. Jumoke Oduwole, has commended the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN) for its bold implementation of the G.R.O.W. Nigeria strategy. The strategy is a people-centred initiative designed to provide Guidance, Resources, Opportunities, and Workforce support for MSMEs across the country. Dr. Oduwole gave the commendation during her working visit to SMEDAN’s headquarters in Abuja, where she undertook an extensive inspection of the agency’s Common Facility Centres […]

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Former Finance Minister Kemi Adeosun pays her respects to late President Muhammadu Buhari.

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Kemi Adeosun Pays Respects to Late President Buhari

By Oluwakemi Kindness Former Nigerian Minister of Finance, Kemi Adeosun, has extended heartfelt condolences to the family of former President Muhammadu Buhari, who passed away on Sunday. Adeosun, who served in Buhari’s cabinet from August 2015, took to her official Facebook page on Tuesday to reflect on the privilege of working under the late president’s leadership. "Good night, Your Excellency. It was the greatest honour to serve Nigeria under your leadership and a pleasure knowing you personally. Rest in Peace, […]

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West African Activists Unite for Climate Justice, Demand Debt Payment

By Oluwakemi Kindness West African climate justice activists are intensifying calls for the recognition and payment of climate debt not aid from industrialized nations. Speaking on Tuesday at a regional roundtable in Abuja, stakeholders raised alarm over ongoing environmental exploitation that continues to endanger communities and ecosystems throughout the region. Coming ahead of the 30th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30) in Brazil, they denounced false climate solutions such as carbon offset schemes and monoculture plantations, labeling them as modern […]

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Remains of Former President Buhari Laid To Rest in Daura

By Aremu Toyeebaht Remains of the legend, former President Muhammadu Buhari, have been laid to rest amidst shades of emotional expressions and the outpouring of prayers for the repose of his soul. The funeral prayers, led by former Minister of Communications, Professor Ali Fantami, were observed by family members of the deceased, his relatives, the Emir of Daura, government officials, members of various political parties, and those of the diplomatic Corps. After his internment, President Tinubu, as the chief mourner […]

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Davnotch National Open: Lucky Danjuma Advances to Round of 16 After Gritty Win

By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Lucky Danjuma has booked his spot in the round of 16 at the Davnotch National Open Tennis Championship following a hard-fought win over Mathew Abamu on Monday in Abuja. The match, played at the National Tennis Centre, Package B of the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, saw Danjuma edge a tense contest 6-7(8), 6-2, 4-0 (retired), after Abamu was forced to withdraw in the third set. Danjuma, who lost the first set in a close tiebreak, bounced back […]

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NSITF, NDPC Collaborate to Enhance Workers’ Welfare, Data Safety

By Chinedu Echianu The Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund, (NSITF), and Nigeria Data Protection Commission, (NDPC), have struck a partnership on promotion of workers' welfare, workplace safety and data safety. The two agencies agreed to work together for the welfare of Nigerian workers and protection of digital privacy of Nigerians at an inter-agency parley held at the headquarters of NSITF in Abuja. Managing Director of NSITF, Barrister Oluwaseun Faleye, while welcoming the NDPC team led by its National Commissioner, Dr […]

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NSITF Boss Calls for Data-Driven Solutions to Workplace Safety

By Chinedu Echianu Managing Director of Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund, (NSITF), Barrister Oluwaseun Faleye, has advocated the adoption of Data-driven solutions for workplace safety and health. Faleye canvassed this position at the ongoing training on Enhanced Occupational Safety and Health, at the Kakanfo Inn and Conference Centre, Ibadan, the Oyo state capital. In his Keynote Address, the Managing Director asserted that evolving workplace environment required proactive measures as against mere compliance, to ensure safety of workers. “That is why […]

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Federal Government Declares Public Holiday in Honor of Late Muhammad Buhari

By Chinedu Echianu The Federal Government has declared Tuesday, July 15, 2025, as a public holiday in honour of the late former President Muhammadu Buhari, who passed away on Sunday. ‎The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, on Monday announced the holiday on behalf of the Federal Government, following the approval of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. ‎ ‎

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NDLEA Chairman Buba Marwa offering condolences on the death of former President Muhammadu Buhari

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NDLEA Chairman Marwa Mourns Buhari, Praises His Patriotism and Legacy

By Oluwakemi Kindness The Chairman of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), retired Brigadier General Mohamed Buba Marwa, on Monday joined millions of Nigerians in mourning the death of former President Muhammadu Buhari, describing him as “a true patriot, principled leader, and servant of the Nigerian people.” In a statement he personally signed, Marwa says the late President lived a life defined by “an extraordinary sense of duty and an enduring commitment to the progress, unity, and stability of […]

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