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Government Initiates Economic Measures to Cushion Effects of Subsidy Removal

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Following a directive from President Bola Tinubu, the National Economic Council (NEC), led by Vice President Kashim Shettima, is set to explore strategies to alleviate the repercussions of the recent subsidy removal on the public. This move has been supported by state governors across the federation, signifying their agreement with the controversial fuel subsidy withdrawal. …

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West African Healthcare Expo 2023 Set To Address Neglected Tropical Diseases

West African Healthcare Expo 2023 Set to Address Neglected Tropical Diseases

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To combat the issue of Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) prevalent in the West African region, critical stakeholders in the Nigerian healthcare sector, including government officials, healthcare professionals, drug manufacturers, and scientists, are slated to gather at the West African Healthcare Expo 2023. The event, organized by the international consulting firm Cincinatus Hopewell Limited, is themed …

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Edo State Governor Launches Decade-Long Plan to Revive Forest Resources

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Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State has initiated a 10-year restoration project to rejuvenate Edo forests. The Edo State Forestry Commission was inaugurated to formulate strategies to counter deforestation and forest degradation and develop the state’s forest assets. Obaseki stated that the commission’s establishment, by the Edo State Forestry Commission law, was envisioned to sustain …

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Governor Alia Criticized by Benue PDP for Dismissal of Civil Servants

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The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has voiced stern opposition against Governor Hyacinth Alia’s decision to dismiss a group of Benue civil servants, characterizing the move as unlawful, insensitive, and harsh. Governor Alia released a statement last Wednesday through his Chief Press Secretary, Tersoo Kula. Among other directives, it mandated the annulment of all employments made …

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New SGF, Senator George Akume, Takes Office, Receives Key Reports

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On Wednesday, Senator George Akume, the recently inaugurated Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), took up his role and received multiple reports labelled by his predecessor, Boss Mustapha, as “outstanding issues” warranting his attention and action. In a transfer of duties ceremony held at the Shehu Shagari office complex of the SGF, Mustapha, …

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Yari Partners with Tinubu for Nigeria’s Growth as Likely Senate President

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In the run-up to the 10th National Assembly inauguration slated for June 13, Abdulaziz Yari, former Zamfara State Governor and Senator-elect asserts his commitment to bolster President Bola Tinubu’s efforts to guide Nigeria forward. His aspirations to become the President of the 10th Senate are driven by a promise to prioritise the nation’s interests over …

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President Tinubu Installs George Akume As New Government Secretary

President Tinubu Installs George Akume as New Government Secretary

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President Bola Tinubu has officially installed Senator George Akume as the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF) at a ceremony held at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. The inauguration, which took place on Wednesday, was attended by an array of political figures. Among them was the governor of Benue State, Rev. Fr. Hycent Alia, …

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DSS Blocks Medical Team from Accessing IPOB Leader, Claims Lawyer

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The Special Counsel to Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Aloy Ejimakor, has made a startling claim. Ejimakor accuses the Department of State Services (DSS) of denying Kanu’s medical team access to their patient. Reports emerged yesterday stating that Kanu’s medical team had arrived at DSS headquarters in Abuja to administer …

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El-Rufai Accused of Misrepresenting Muslim Community by CAN

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The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has accused the recent governor of Kaduna state, Mallam Nasir El-Rufai, of manipulating public sentiment with his recent remarks. CAN allege that El-Rufai’s comments did not reflect the Muslim community’s views in Kaduna and throughout Nigeria but were an attempt to further his agenda. John Joseph Hayab, the CAN …

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World Environment Day 2023: Disease Surge in Nigeria Linked to Poor Plastic Waste Handling

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On World Environment Day 2023, ActionAid Nigeria (AAN) claimed that the escalating frequency of diseases among Nigerians is linked to improper handling of plastic waste. Adewale Adeduntan, the Social Mobilization Manager of AAN, led a public awareness and cleanup drive at the renowned El Rufai Motor Park in Nyanya, a suburb of Abuja. He argued …

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