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National News
Tinubu directs mandatory procurement of CNG-Powered vehicles
Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu has directed the mandatory procurement of compressed-natural-gas-powered vehicles by all government ministries, departments, and agencies. The President’s directive is also in furtherance of Nigeria’s effort to transition to cleaner energy as CNG-enabled vehicles have been adjudged to produce lower emissions, even as they present a more affordable alternative for Nigerian energy consumers. Addressing members of…
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News from States
Labour union protests against electricity tariff hike in Osun
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo Members of the organised labour in Osun State on Monday joined the nationwide protest against electricity tariff hike, blocking the entrance of the Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC) business hub, in Osogbo. The protesters comprising of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC ) and Trade Union Congress (TUC) converged at the entrance of the IBEDC carrying placards…
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Business
Dangote Cement places premium on host communities engagement, sustainability
Dangote Cement Plc, is prioritizing community engagement, empowerment, and environmental stewardship to sustain its upward trajectory, The cement manufacturing firm said it believed that true progress is measured not only by economic prosperity but also by the holistic development of all stakeholders. The Plant Director of Dangote Cement Plc Obajana, Mr. Azad Nawabuddin, who disclosed this during a media chat…
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News from States
Gov. Adeleke reaffirms commitment to development of state, declares self as Asiwaju of Osun State
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke has been installed as the Asiwaju Of Ede land by the Timi of Ede, Oba Munirudeen Adesola Lawal, Laminisa 1, declaring self as ‘Asiwaju of Osun State’. Adeleke who spoke immediately after his installation at the Timi’s palace, reiterated his determination to bring unprecedented development to the State. He said: “I…
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National News
FEC to conclude meeting on Tuesday, says Minister
Kunle Sanni The Federal Government has postponed the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting till Tuesday. The Minister of Information, Mohammed Idris, disclosed this to State House journalists on Monday. He explained that the postponement was necessary for the conclusion of the FEC meeting which was held on Monday at the council chambers. President Bola Tinubu had presided over the fifth…
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National News
Tinubu swears in two more commissioners for NPC
Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu has sworn in two additional Federal Commissioners of the National Population Commission (NPC), at the Council Chamber of the State House, Abuja. The swearing-in ceremony, was held just before the commencement of the fifth Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting of this year. Those included in the swearing-in had Fasuwa Johnson Johnson (Ogun State) and Amidu…
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Business
Sierra Leone subsidiary of Access Bank names new chairman
Access Bank Sierra Leone Ltd (‘Access Bank (SL) Ltd’) has announced the appointment of new executives to its Board of Directors, further strengthening its leadership team and advancing the implementation of its growth and transformation strategy. These appointments also reflect the Bank’s commitment to fostering growth and development while maintaining the highest standards of governance and stewardship. Joining the Board…
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News from States
Three southwest govs. attend Adeleke’s installation as Asiwaju of Ede
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo Governors of Oyo, Ogun and Lagos State on Monday attended the installation of Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke as the Asiwaju of Ede land. The Governors; Seyi Makinde of Oyo, Dapo Abiodun of Ogun and Sanwo-Olu of Lagos were at the palace of Timi of Ede, Oba Muniru Lawal, Laminisa 1 to Grace the occasion. Despite…
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National News
Construction of more schools underway, says Tinubu
Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu has promised the construction of more schools across the 774 Local Government Area of the country. President Tinubu said the project would be supported by state governments, and the federal government through the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC), and other development partners. This, he said, would provide the opportunities and creation of opportunities for all…
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Lifestyle
Stakeholders lobby Tinubu, Musawa to get AFRIMA’s hosting rights
By Tosin Brown President Bola Tinubu, and Hanatu Musawa have been charged by African music industry stakeholders to secure the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) hosting rights for Nigeria ahead of South Africa. This call was made by a culture and creative industry advocacy group, Arewa Creative Industry Heritage Vanguard led by Dr Shehu Samadi. The group called on Tinubu…
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