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NAN Abuja.
By Celine-Damilola Oyewole President Bola Tinubu has promised that the ongoing provision of clean water by the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) would be extended to all the area councils of the territory. Tinubu, represented by the First Lady, Sen. Oluremi Tinubu, gave the assurance while inaugurating the newly constructedContinue Reading
By Philip Yatai The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Mr Nyesom Wike, says no fewer than 50 projects have been inaugurated in the FCT since President Bola Tinubu assumed office on May 29, 2023. Wike said this in Bwari on Tuesday, at the inauguration of the Bwari WaterContinue Reading
By Edith Nwapi The Court of Appeal in Abuja on Monday upheld the judgment restraining the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) from recognising state congresses organised by committees appointed by the David Mark-led caretaker leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC). A three-member panel of the appellate court, in aContinue Reading
By Sani Idris Abdulrahman The Kaduna Market Development and Management Company (KMDMC), on Monday inaugurated the Muhammadu Buhari Hall at Galaxy Mall, Kaduna, to honour the late former President Muhammadu Buhari. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the commissioning coincided with the first anniversary of Buhari’s passing, withContinue Reading
By Adeola Akinbobola The Monitoring and Evaluation Manager at TA Community, a Non-governmental Organisation (NGO), Solomon Adomi, says financial literacy goes beyond ability to save money but includes proper financial record keeping. He identified financial record-keeping as a barrier preventing many informal businesses from accessing loans and other financial services.Continue Reading
By Philip Yatai President Bola Tinubu says the construction of the 7-kilometre road from Tungan Madaki to Zuba in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) will open the area to investment in housing, schools, health facilities and industries. Tinubu, represented by the Speaker of the House of Representative, Tajudeen Abbas, madeContinue Reading
By Gabriel Agbeja The People, Planet and Peace Foundation (PPPF) has called for greater commitment to environmental sustainability to promote healthier communities and secure a healthier future. Mr Olatunji Francisco, Lead, Climate Beyond Border Caravan (CBBC) in Africa, made the call on Sunday during the team’s visit toContinue Reading
By Mukhtar Sagir Dambatta Nigeria’s textile production has increased by more than 45 per cent, reducing dependence on imported clothing and creating fresh opportunities for manufacturers across the country. Experts told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Saturday the growth reflected increased local investment, stronger patronage of Nigerian productsContinue Reading
By Peter Davou The legislative arm of Kaura Local Government Council in Kaduna State, has held a public hearing on peace and security bye-law, sponsored by Jehosaphat Abba, a councillor representing Kpak Ward. The bill tagged “Security and Peace bill” was presented for public hearing on Thursday during a townContinue Reading
By Philip Yatai Apo Mechanics and Traders Unity Forum has commended President Bola Tinubu and Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Mr Nyesom Wike, for fulfilling their promises to relocate its members to Wasa District, Abuja. Coordinator of the forum, Mr Chinedu Nweke gave the commendation in Abuja onContinue Reading
