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target=_blank>Shettima unveils Nigeria’s ‘Back to farm’ food security plan at Davos
From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Vice President Kashim Shettima has repositioned Nigeria’s food security drive as a cornerstone of macroeconomic stability, national security, and governance, unveiling a multi-pronged strategy at the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos. Speaking on a high-level panel titled “When Food Becomes Security” at the Congress Centre during the 56th WEF meeting,
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target=_blank>NURAC hails Nigerian varsities’ achievement in 2026 global subject rankings
From Fred Ezeh, Abuja The Nigerian Universities Ranking Advisory Committee (NURAC) has commended the Nigerian university system for the remarkable improvement in the global rankings of some Nigerian universities in the 2026 Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings by Subject, released on January 21. NURAC, a strategic body dedicated to enhancing the global visibility
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E2%82%A6152-billion-debt-fg-contractors-urged-to-embrace-dialogue/ target=_blank>₦152 billion debt: FG, contractors urged to embrace dialogue
From Okwe Obi, Abuja The federal government and aggrieved indigenous contractors have been urged to embrace dialogue over the ₦152 billion debt crisis. The call was made by the Bloggers and Vloggers, Content Creators Association in Nigeria (BAVCCA) at a press conference yesterday in Abuja. On Monday, 19 January, indigenous contractors protested at the Federal
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target=_blank>EU commits $14m to strengthen social protection system in Sokoto
From Shafa’atu Suleiman, Sokoto The European Union (EU) has committed $14 million to support the strengthening of social protection policy, improve budgeting processes and establish a comprehensive social registry in Sokoto State under its Supporting Sustainable Social Protection Systems in Nigeria (SUSI) programme. The Head of Cooperation at the EU Delegation to Nigeria, Massimo De
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target=_blank>Fire engulfs cemetery in Kano
From Desmond Mgboh, Kano A fire outbreak has occurred at the Abbatuwa Cemetery in Fagge Local Government Area of Kano State. A statement issued on Thursday by the Public Relations Officer of the Kano State Fire Service, Saminu Yusif Abdullahi, said the inferno destroyed parts of the cemetery, adding that several sections were badly affected.
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target=_blank>NCCE begins review of NCE minimum standards, curriculum
From Fred Ezeh, Abuja The National Commission for Colleges of Education (NCCE) has commenced a comprehensive review of the curriculum for Colleges of Education and the 2020 edition of the Nigeria Certificate in Education (NCE) Minimum Standards to enhance the quality of teacher education in Nigeria. A statement from the NCCE indicated that the Executive
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target=_blank>EFCC uncovers N18bn airline ‘discounts’, FF fraud hitting 900,000 Nigerians
From Sola Ojo, Abuja The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Thursday revealed how sophisticated fraud syndicates, aided by compromised banks and fintech platforms, allegedly looted tens of billions of naira and left over 900,000 Nigerians financially devastated. Briefing newsmen at the commission’s headquarters, the EFCC’s Director of Public Affairs, Commander of the EFCC,
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target=_blank>US House Committee condemns abduction of 166 Kaduna worshippers
From Aidoghie Paulinus, Abuja The United States House Committee on Foreign Affairs has expressed concern over the abduction of 166 worshippers in Kaduna State. The worshippers, it would be recalled, were reportedly abducted from two churches in Kajuru Local Government Area of Kaduna State. In a post on its X handle, the United States House
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target=_blank>Atiku: Senate determined to frustrate Electoral Act 2022 amendment
By John Ogunsemore Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has berated the Senate for allegedly deliberately frustrating efforts to amend the Electoral Act 2022. In an X post on Thursday, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) chieftain described the existing Electoral Act as flawed, saying it contained loopholes that contributed to what he called brazen rigging of
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target=_blank>Akpabio heads to Supreme Court to challenge Appeal Court ruling on Akpoti-Uduaghan’s suspension
From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja Weeks after he disclosed that he had withdrawn all defamation cases following a New Year homily that touched him, Senate President Godswill Akpabio has approached the Supreme Court to challenge Court of Appeal decisions arising from the controversy over the suspension of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan from legislative duties. Court documents show
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target=_blank>Fubara Impeachment: Rivers CJ Refuses To Set Up Panel
Amid the ongoing impeachment move against the Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara, the State Chief Judge, Justice Simeon Amadi, has declined to set up a judicial panel to investigate the Governor and his deputy, Ngozi Odu, citing a court order. New Telegraph recalls that the Rivers State House of Assembly had requested that Amadi set…
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target=_blank>Kwara: BDC Operator Jailed For Rejecting Naira, Operating Without Licence
A 46-year-old Bureau De Change (BDC) operator, Muhammed Inuwa, has been sentenced to six months’ imprisonment for refusing to accept the naira as legal tender and for operating without a valid licence. Inuwa was convicted by Justice Abimbola Awogboro of the Federal High Court sitting in Ilorin, the Kwara State capital, after the court found…
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target=_blank>Suspected Cattle Rustlers Arrested In Ekiti
No fewer than 16 suspected cattle rustlers from Kwara State have been arrested in Ekiti State while allegedly planning to relocate to the state. The Director of Information of the Ekiti State Amotekun Corps, Abiodun Adeleye, said on Wednesday that the suspects were sighted with their cattle around the Gede Farm settlement in Isan-Ekiti, causing…
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target=_blank>FG Launches CVFF Application Portal For Indigenous Shipowners
The Federal Government has launched the Cabotage Vessel Financing Fund (CVFF) Application Portal for indigenous shipowners. The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Dr Adegboyega Oyetola, unveiled the portal on Thursday at Eko Hotel and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos, marking a historic step in Nigeria’s long-awaited effort to operationalise structured vessel financing. The event attracted…
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target=_blank>Aba Residents Hail Abia Harmonised Taskforce, Urge Citizens To Comply
Residents and stakeholders in Aba have commended the activities of the Abia State Harmonised Taskforce on Revenue and Enforcement (ASHTF), describing it as a complete departure from the old order and a welcome development in public law enforcement in the state. The residents noted that the ASHTF Aba Zone, under the leadership of its Area…
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target=_blank>Anambra Police Clarify Allegations Against Command, Invite Complainant For Investigation
The Anambra State Police Command has dismissed allegations of assault and extortion involving its officers in Nnewi, describing the narrative circulating online as incomplete and misleading. According to a statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), SP Tochukwu Ikenga, the complainant contacted the Command’s spokesperson on January 15, 2025, to inquire whether an…
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target=_blank>2027: Media Practitioners Urged To Ensure Balanced Reporting
As Nigeria prepares for the 2027 general elections, media practitioners have been urged to uphold balanced reportage and carefully control narratives to prevent tension and maintain peace. The charge was given by Engineer Olufemi Sanni, Chairman of Flow FM Radio Station, Ilorin, during a courtesy visit from the newly elected executive committee of the Correspondents’…
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target=_blank>Foundation Offers Scholarships To Children In Egbe/Idimu
The Omoba Foundation has once again reaffirmed its commitment to humanitarian service through the successful hosting of its annual children’s party and economic support outreach. The event, held at the Omoba Royal Hotel, Agodo, Egbe/Idimu in Alimosho Local Government Area of Lagos State, attracted a large turnout of children, parents, community leaders, and well-wishers. Activities…
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target=_blank>WEF: Shettima Unveils Nigeria’s Macro-Strategy On Food Security
Vice President of Nigeria, Kashim Shettima has announced that Nigeria no longer views food security solely through an agricultural lens, but as a fundamental macroeconomic, security, and governance issue. He said the Federal Government has launched a multi-dimensional agricultural drive aimed at insulating the nation from global shocks while restoring the productivity of key food-producing…
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target=_blank>Man, 24, Kills Daughter In Calabar Over Fuel Pump
A 24-year-old man, identified as Joseph Emmanuel, reportedly beat his 10-year-old daughter to death on Wednesday in Calabar, Cross River State. The suspect, who resides at No. 3 Esit Ebom Street, Calabar South, allegedly killed his daughter after discovering that a fuel pipe used to fill his commercial motorcycle tank was missing. The incident reportedly…
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