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Kano Free Trade Zone, Stakeholders meet on moving Zone Forward

NewsDeskNgNov 27, 2024November 28, 20240

The Kano State Free Trade Zone converged with stakeholders and other relevant stakeholders to discuss ideas to move the Zone forward. The State’s 2024 Free Trade Zone Investors and stakeholders forum with the theme: Understanding the Concept and Operation if Special Economic Zones Schemes took place in Kano on Wednesday....

Renewed Hope Ambassadors Names Tunji-Ojo, Matawalle, 4 Other Ministers as Pillars of Renewed Hope Agenda

NewsDeskNgNov 27, 2024November 27, 20240

The Renewed Hope Ambassadors Network (RHAN) has recognised six outstanding ministers for their exceptional leadership and contributions to Nigeria’s development. The honourees are Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, Minister of Interior, Bello Matawalle, Minister of State, Defence and Nyesom Wike, Minister of FCT. Others include Festus Keyamo, Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development,...

Nigerians Didn’t Invest Billions Of Dollars In A Blending Plant, Group Challenges NNPCL Over Claims Of Port Harcourt Refinery

NewsDeskNgNov 27, 2024November 27, 20240

A civil society group, Concerned Citizens of Nigeria, has challenged the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) over its claims that the Port Harcourt Refinery has commenced operations. At a press conference on Wednesday in Abuja, the group alleged that the refinery has been converted into a blending plant and...

DSS To Sue #Endbadgovernance Protester Over Torture Claims

NewsDeskNgNov 27, 2024November 27, 20240

The Department of State Services has written one August #Endbadgovernance protester, Khalid Aminu, demanding a retraction of his recent allegation that he was tortured and brutalized while in the custody of the security agency. According to the secret police, if within seven day of receiving their letter, Aminu refuses to...

Human Rights Group Names Matawalle As Minister of the Year

NewsDeskNgNov 26, 2024November 26, 20240

The International Human Rights Protection Forum Service (IHRPS) has shortlisted the Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, for the Human Rights Leadership Award as the Minister of the Year. This recognition comes in light of Matawalle’s outstanding efforts in combating banditry and promoting human rights in Nigeria. In a...

Utsev: Appraising the Renewed Hope Change Catalyst

NewsDeskNgNov 26, 2024November 26, 20240

By Adeniyi Adeleke Professor Joseph Terlumun Utsev, the Honourable Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, has brought a renewed sense of hope and transformation to the ministry. With his wealth of experience and expertise, Utsev is tackling the nation’s water challenges head-on, prioritising sustainable access to safe and sufficient water...

OrderPaper commended for excellent delivery of USAID project

NewsDeskNgNov 26, 2024November 26, 20240

OrderPaper Advocacy Initiative has been recognised for its outstanding performance and unwavering commitment to promoting fiscal transparency and accountability reforms in Nigeria. OrderPaper was specifically commended for excellent delivery of the Growth Initiatives for Fiscal Transparency (GIFT) project, an activity under the Strengthening Civil Advocacy and Local Engagement (SCALE) project...

At Achema Memorial: How Jerry Gana and Sylvester Onoja Held the Audience Spellbound

NewsDeskNgNov 26, 2024November 26, 20240

The venue was the Shehu Musa Yar’Adua Center, and the occasion was the commemoration of the 25th death anniversary of the late icon, Dr. Steve Achema. The hall was filled to capacity with friends, associates, and admirers of a man whose life and legacy epitomized greatness. The guest speaker, a...

Christian Youth Forum Lauds Dangote Group Over Fuel Price Reduction

NewsDeskNgNov 26, 2024November 26, 20240

The Christian Youth Forum (CYF) has commended the Dangote Group for reducing the price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) from N990 per litre to N970/litre. The group described the gesture as a clear demonstration of the company’s commitment to the welfare and well-being of the masses. In a statement signed...

25 Years of Democracy: IGP Egbetokun Urges Nigerians to Sustain Democratic Gains

NewsDeskNgNov 26, 2024November 26, 20240

The Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), the Nigeria Police, the Department of State Services (DSS), and the Correctional Service have all come together to hail Nigerians for 25 years of uninterrupted democracy. The Inspector General of Police, Kayode Igbetokun, represented by the Commissioner of Police for the...