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The Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment has said it is open to suggestions and recommendations that could refine its approaches to promoting industrialisation and investment in the country. It, however, reiterated that the Nigerian Industrial Revolution Plan (NIRP), launched in 2014, a plan that focused on backward integration strategies leveraging Nigeria’s raw materials [...]The post Industrialisation: FG reaffirms commitment to NIRP, seeks more input appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
Former Manchester United captain Roy Keane has urged the club’s fans not to be carried away by the team’s dramatic FA Cup victory over Leicester City on Friday. Manchester United advanced to the fifth round thanks to a late Harry Maguire’s header which replays indicated to be an offside. Note that the stage of the [...]The post Roy Keane Warns Man United Fans Not To Be Fooled Over Win Against Leicester appeared first on Naija News.
No fewer than 200 women have benefitted from a training in fish farming organised by the Bauchi State Agricultural Development Programme (BSADP). BSADP organised the training in collaboration with the Women in Trade and Agriculture Cooperative Society. The Programme Manager of BSADP, Mr Ya’u Muhammad, gave the figure at the training on Saturday in Bauchi. [...]The post Bauchi empowers 200 women with fish farming skills appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
Horror swept through the crowd of onlookers in Tel Aviv's "Hostage Square" on Saturday as the three emaciated faces of hostages freed by Hamas in Gaza appeared on screen. Ohad Ben Ami, Eli Sharabi and Or Levy appeared to the crowds of supporters, on the huge display in the square, flanked by Hamas fighters during [...]The post Shock in Tel Aviv over the emaciated faces of freed Israeli hostages appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
The event marked a joyous occasion, drawing a distinguished crowd of traditional rulers, dignitaries, and well-wishers.
Actress Iyabo Ojo’s daughter, Priscilla Ojo, has unveiled her new name, Hadiza Mkambala, following her traditional wedding to Juma Jux. The highly anticipated ceremony, which took place on February 7The post Priscilla Ojo unveils new name after wedding to Tanzanian artist appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
Mobile money revenue for Airtel Africa increased to $731 million between April and December of 2024 from $631 million inread more Airtel’s mobile money revenue hits $731m in nine months
The success of the NCDC ultimately depends on its ability to deliver tangible results. With the right leadership, a focus on youth empowerment, and a commitment to addressing the core issues of infrastructure, agriculture, security, and social development, the NCDC has the potential to transform the North-Central region. This transformation will not only benefit the [...]The post The North-Central Development Commission: A new dawn for the region, By Omojo Wada appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Dr Maxwell Kolawole, Director of West and Central Africa Programmes, Malaria Consortium, has said that more than one million children in Plateau received free seasonal malaria chemoprevention drug in 2024. Kolawole made this known in Jos on Saturday during the 2025 Seasonal Malaria Chemoprevention State Level Kickoff and Planning Meeting. He was represented by Dr [...]The post 1m children in Plateau get malaria prevention drug appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
“May God, the giver of power to whom he pleases, make Ribadu the president of Nigeria...” “We are picking Ribadu not because he is Hausa-Fulani, not because he is a Muslim, but because he is a man of integrity.” the leader of the Northern Star Youth Initiative, Naja’atu Muhammad, declared in a viral video, her [...]
The Police Command in Katsina state, has succeeded in killing 11 suspected bandits and rescued 85 kidnapped victims in January, 2025. The Police Public Relations Officer of the command, DSP Abubakar Aliyu, disclosed this to newsmen while reviewing the achievements of the command. He said that the police also recovered 213 suspected rustled animals during [...]The post Police kill 11 suspected bandits, rescue 85 victims in Katsina appeared first on Daily Nigerian.
At least 50 people were killed near the northeastern city of Gao in Mali after armed assailants ambushed their convoy and its army escort. The attackers were said to have struck near the village of Kobe, around 30 km from Gao in a region where affiliates of Islamic State and Al Qaeda have been active [...]50 people killed in Mali convoy ambush
There was tension in Bori, the traditional headquarters of Ogoni land, on Saturday, as a planned congress to discuss the resumption of oil exploration in the region ended abruptly due to poor organization and rising tempers among attendees. Naija News reports that President Bola Tinubu had, during a meeting with Ogoni leaders in Abuja over two [...]The post BREAKING: Tension Forces Senator, APC Deputy Chairman, Others To Zoom Off As Ogoni Oil Exploration Meeting Ends Abruptly appeared first on Naija News.
Ex-President Goodluck Jonathan's minister of special duties and inter-governmental affairs, Kabiru Tanimu Turaki (SAN), has landed in court over adultery allegations
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s party on Saturday regained power in the nation’s capital for the first time in 27 years. The victory is said to be a boost for the Hindu-nationalist leader after a disappointing national election last year. Data from the Election Commission of India showed that Modi’s Bharatiya Janata Party won 48 [...]India: Modi’s party wins election in New Delhi after 27 years
Tears flowed freely on Saturday in Akure, the Ondo State capital, when the remains of late Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Hon. Temitayo Oluwatuyi (Tuykana) were committed to mother earth. The late SSG was buried at a private cemetery along Akure/Ondo Road in the state capital. Oluwatuyi passed away at an undisclosed hospital where [...]
Abia State government has inaugurated a joint technical committee to address grey areas in land acquisition deals for the Abia Airport which is to be built in Nsulu, Isiala Ngwa North LGA. The technical committee was inaugurated on Thursday at the Government House Umuahia, during a meeting between the Abia State government and community leaders, [...]Airport: Abia Govt inaugurates committee as land owners demand reduction of hectares
Fayemi is such a wonderful leader, an enigma, who is widely travelled, quick-witted, large hearted with a forgiving spirit, devoid of self-conceitedness; he is kind and patient, with the suave calmness of a combat soldier. He has the faculty of understanding human beings at first sight, while possessing the ability to discover talents in people [...]The post Kayode Fayemi: A philosopher-king at 60, By Hakeem Jamiu appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) in Anambra has urged vulcanizers to improve in their tyre care services to reduce tyre-related road accidents. The state Sector Commander, Mrs Joyce Alexander, made the call on Saturday at a workshop for members of Awka South Vulcanizers’ Union. The workshop was aimed to promote a safer motoring environment. [...]The post FRSC engages vulcanizers to reduce tyre-related accidents appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
Osun governor, Ademola Adeleke, said that his campaign activities were funded by his brother, Deji, who has never demanded any money or contract from him.