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Nigeria, China strengthen ties with comprehensive strategic partnership
By Kunle Sanni Nigerian President Bola Tinubu and Chinese President Xi Jinping announced the elevation of Nigeria-China relations to a comprehensive strategic partnership during a meeting in Beijing on Tuesday. This decision aims to foster a high-level Nigeria-China community with a shared future, enhancing cooperation across multiple sectors. The announcement came as part of President Tinubu’s official visit to China,…
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Tinubu appoints Mansur Muhtar as Chairman of BOI board
By Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu has appointed new members to the board of the Bank of Industry Limited (BOI). This was announced in a statement by Ajuri Ngelale, Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity. The new board members are: Dr. Mansur Muhtar, OFR – Chairman Dr. Olasupo Olusi – Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer Mrs. Ifeoma Uz’Okpala…
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Bill Gates arrives in Nigeria to address health challenges, promote innovation
Bill Gates, co-chair of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, has arrived in Nigeria as part of the foundation’s ongoing efforts to address Africa’s development challenges. During his visit, Gates will meet with a range of stakeholders, including national and local leaders, partners, grantees, and innovators. The discussions, WESTERN POST gathered, will focus on tackling pressing health issues, fostering innovation,…
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NLTF to combat fake news through film, partners 2et Media Network
By Kunle Sanni The National Lottery Trust Fund (NLTF) has reinforced its commitment to promoting unity and social change in Nigeria by supporting initiatives that align with its mission of fostering “GOOD CAUSES.” In its latest effort, the NLTF has partnered with 2et Media Network Ltd to premiere the movie When Wolves Cry. In a statement signed by the Special…
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Nigeria to participate in second Indonesia-Africa forum, led by Information Minister
The Honorable Minister of Information and National Orientation, Muhammed Idris, will represent President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as the head of Nigeria’s delegation to the Second Indonesia-Africa Forum, scheduled to take place in Bali, Indonesia, from September 1st to 3rd, 2024. This year’s forum, themed “Bandung Spirit for Africa’s Agenda 2023,” draws inspiration from the historic 1955 Asian-African Conference, also known…
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Gov Eno lays ceremonial foundation for AHOOAS project in Akwa Ibom
By Kunle Sanni The Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Umo Eno, has laid the ceremonial foundation for the Affordable Home Ownership Option for All Soldiers (AHOOAS) project during a groundbreaking ceremony held in the Nsit Atai-Uruan Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State. The Governor, who was represented by the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Akwa Ibom State, Uko…
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Gov Adeleke commits N10bn to farm inputs, unveils 31 tractors
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has unveiled 31 newly purchased tractors equipped with full implements for the use of farmers across the state. In addition, he announced a significant commitment of N8 billion for the acquisition of tractors and farm-clearing equipment, along with an additional N2 billion allocated for farm input support. At the event, held…
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Chief Bisi Akande vows to forfeit remuneration as Chairman of UI Governing Board
…pledges donation of allowances to support students Chief Bisi Akande, Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council at the University of Ibadan (UI), has made a noteworthy pledge to forgo any personal remuneration for his role and instead donate all allowances to support the university’s students. In a recent memorandum to Mr. Ganiyu Oke Saliu, the Registrar and Secretary to…
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Lagos to correct marginalisation of women entrepreneurs
By Adeola Ogunrinde The Lagos State Government, through its Public Procurement Agency, has launched the Lagos State Gender Responsive Procurement Policy. This policy aims to address the longstanding imbalances that have prevented women entrepreneurs from accessing public procurement opportunities. The Director General of the Lagos State Public Procurement Agency, Mr. Fatai Idowu Onafowote, announced this on Friday, August 30, at…
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Osun resumes construction of 33KV Feeder Line after 11-Year abandonment
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has inaugurated the construction of a 33KV Feeder Line in Obokun, a project that has been dormant for 11 years. At the flag-off ceremony, Governor Adeleke declared the initiative as a pivotal step towards ending a prolonged period of darkness and economic stagnation for the people of Obokun and neighboring areas.…
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