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12th CNS Swimming Championship Kicks Off Amid National Mourning

Abuja, Nigeria – July 16, 2025 By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The 12th edition of the Chief of Naval Staff (CNS) National Swimming Championship officially commenced today at the Stephen Keshi Stadium Swimming Arena in Asaba, Delta State. However, the opening ceremony was postponed by a day in honour of former President Muhammadu Buhari, who passed away on Sunday, July 13, 2025. Originally scheduled for Tuesday, July 15, the opening ceremony was rescheduled to July 16 in line with the Federal […]

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Delta Sports Commission Chairman Pledges Continued Hosting of CNS Swimming Championship

Asaba, Nigeria – July 16, 2025 By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Chairman of the Delta State Sports Commission, Hon. Onoriode Oborevwori, has expressed satisfaction with the successful kickoff of the 12th edition of the Chief of Naval Staff (CNS) National Swimming Championship, currently ongoing at the Stephen Keshi Stadium Swimming Arena in Asaba. Speaking during a brief media interaction at the venue, Hon. Oborevwori reaffirmed Delta State’s unwavering commitment to youth sports development and pledged the state’s readiness to continue hosting […]

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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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Business

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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