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Opening of new GRAs, digitisation of land allocation, property search grew Oyo’s revenue – Akin-Funmilayo

.Vows to stamp out building collapseCommissioner for Lands, Housing and Urban Development, Mr Williams Akin-Funmilayo, has credited Governor ‘Seyi Makinde’s visionary leadership as the reason behind the state’s increased Internally Generated Revenue, noting that the opening up of new Government Reservation Areas, digitization of land allocation and title documents, among other initiatives, resulted in the […]

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Shettima to open national summit on nutrition, food security

Vice President Kashim Shettima will, on Monday, July 7, 2025, declare open a three-day national summit on nutrition and food security. Themed “Curbing Malnutrition and Food Insecurity Through Effective Synergy,” the summit is organised by the House of Representatives Committee on Nutrition and Food Security. Chairman of the committee, Chike Okafor, disclosed this during a […]

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FG unveils N50m grant to boost student innovation, entrepreneurship

The Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, has announced a N50m Student Grant Venture Capital Initiative to support scaling student-led enterprises in Nigeria’s tertiary institutions. Alausa said the initiative aims to bridge the gap between academia and industry by turning homegrown research into commercially viable products and services. The minister made the announcement on Wednesday […]

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FG signs manpower agreement with Saint Lucia, begins deployment

Nigeria has signed a Technical Manpower Assistance agreement with the government of Saint Lucia, paving the way for the deployment of skilled Nigerian professionals to the Caribbean nation as part of efforts to deepen South-South cooperation and reconnect with the African diaspora. The agreement was signed in Castries, the capital of Saint Lucia, by the […]

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President Tinubu appoints new PCNGi boss

The Nigeria president appoint new PCNGi boss, according to a statement, is a key component of the administration’s post-subsidy palliative programme. The appointment was confirmed on today through an official State House Press Release signed by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy. “President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Barrister Ismael […]

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Tinubu calls for national movement against drug abuse

President Bola Tinubu has called for the fight against drug abuse and illicit trafficking to evolve into a national movement, stressing that only a holistic, inclusive approach can successfully tackle the scourge. “To effectively tackle this problem, our approach must be comprehensive,” President Tinubu declared in a keynote address delivered on his behalf by the […]

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New Tax Laws To Take Effect From January 2026 — Adedeji

According to the FIRS boss, the six-month period will give the government six months for both sensitisation planning. The Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), Zacch Adedeji, has disclosed that the newly signed tax laws will take effect from January 1, 2026. According to him, this will give the government six months for […]

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FG pledges reforms to protect seafarers, upgrade training

The Federal Government has said it would come up with policies aimed at preventing harassment of seafarers in addition to enhancing the profession. The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, disclosed this in his address at the 2025 Seafarers Day held in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, with the theme ‘My Harassment-Free Ship’ Oyetola […]

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President Tinubu To Sign Four Tax Bills Into Law On Thursday

One of the four bills is the Nigeria Tax Bill (Ease of Doing Business), which aims to consolidate Nigeria’s fragmented tax laws into a harmonised statute. President Bola Tinubu will sign into law four groundbreaking tax reform bills on Thursday, transforming Nigeria’s fiscal and revenue framework. The four bills —the Nigeria Tax Bill, the Nigeria […]

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Tinubu Hosts Queen of Denmark, Seeks Stronger Ties in Education, Agriculture, and Investment

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Tuesday welcomed Queen Mary Elizabeth of Denmark to the State House in Abuja, as both countries signaled renewed interest in strengthening bilateral ties in critical areas such as education, agriculture, and economic development. The visit, which marked Queen Mary’s first official trip to Nigeria, was co-hosted by Nigeria’s First Lady, […]

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FCT Projects: ‘We Are Performing Well Because Tinubu Is Supporting Us,’ Says Wike

Wike described road infrastructure as vital to Nigeria’s economic growth and said the ongoing development in the FCT is planned and necessary. The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has attributed the success of recent infrastructural projects in Abuja to the support of President Bola Tinubu, using a Pidgin English proverb to […]

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Rotary District 9126 Hosts Maiden DG’s Cup Golf Tournament at Ibadan Golf Club

In a colorful celebration of service, sportsmanship, and fellowship, the Ibadan Golf Club (IGC), Onireke, played host to the maiden edition of the Rotary International District 9126 District Governor’s (DG) Cup Golf Tournament, held on Thursday, June 12, 2025. The well-attended event was organized by Rotarian Golfers within District 9126 in collaboration with the Ibadan […]

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SAfER II: Oyo begins distribution of 10kg rice to 30,000 residents

.As Dangote Foundation lauds MakindeThe Oyo State Government has begun the second phase of the Sustainable Action for Economic Recovery (SAfER). The state government kick-started the phase with the distribution of 10kg bags of rice to 30,000 residents on Wednesday. Speaking at the presentation of the food relief item held at the Local Government Training […]

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BREAKING: CBN Retains Interest Rate at 27.5% in Second MPC Meeting of 2025

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has maintained the Monetary Policy Rate (MPR) at 27.5% for the second time this year. CBN Governor, Olayemi Cardoso, announced the decision on Tuesday during a press briefing following the 300th meeting of the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) held in Abuja. “The Committee was unanimous in its agreement to […]

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Youth Summit 2025: We’re giving youths opportunities to unlock potentials- Makinde

Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has declared that his administration will continue to give youths in the state the platforms and opportunities to unlock their potentials. The governor said having realised that for any nation to prosper economically it must create entrepreneurs, be committed to education of its young people and must take production seriously, […]

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EFCC Arrests Socialite E-Money Over Alleged Naira Abuse

The arrest is the latest in the EFCC’s crackdown on naira abuse. A few days back, singer Terry Apala was remanded over alleged abuse of the country’s banknotes. The EFCC has not released a statement over E-Money’s arrest. Photo: Instagram@iam_emoney1 The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested socialite E-Money over alleged money laundering. […]

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FG Releases ₦50bn To ASUU, Others For Earned Allowances

Alausa expressed Tinubu’s heartfelt appreciation to the academic and non-academic unions for their sustained trust in his administration. The Minister of Education, Dr Maruf Alausa, has announced the release of ₦50 billion by the Federal Government to the academic and non-academic staff unions of federal universities for the settlement of earned allowances, as promised by […]

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DPO, Not ‘Area Boys’ Arrested Quadri – Police

The police commissioner said that contrary to the claim by the lawyer, the boy was arrested by the Divisional Police Officer of the Amukoko Divisional Headquarters. The Lagos State Police Command has dismissed the claim that Quadri Alabi, who went viral during campaigns for the 2023 general elections when he stood in front of the […]

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Easter: Makinde felicitates Christians, calls for more prayers

Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has felicitated Christians in the state and across the country on the Easter Festival. The governor charged them to use the auspicious occasion, which marks the death and resurrection of the Lord Jesus Christ, to pray for the country and its leaders. Governor Makinde, who gave this charge on Saturday, […]

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Senator Alli urges Christians to embrace Easter’s true messages

Senator Sharafadeen Alli (APC-Oyo South) has extended warm Easter greetings to Christians across the country, urging them to reflect on the values of love, sacrifice, and renewal which the season symbolizes. This is contained in a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media, Akeem Abas and made available to newsmen on Sunday in Ibadan. […]

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