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  *High-level workshop to unveil roadmap for integrating unbanked Nigerians begins Thursday*   The Presidency has hinted at plans by the federal government to tackle poverty and insecurity head on in Nigeria through financial inclusion for all Nigerians.   Accordingly, it disclosed that there are high-level talks to unveil a roadmap for integrating the unbanked […]

  The Vice President, Sen. Kashim Shettima, has said the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is determined to improve the quality of life of the average Nigerian.   This, he said, is demonstrated in some of the policies and programmes planned by the government, even as he said the renewed hope administration is committed […]

*Seeks faith leaders’ help in building a nourished nation*   Vice President Kashim Shettima has unveiled an ambitious plan to improve nutrition across Nigeria, with a rallying call to faith and traditional leaders to champion the effort in their communities. Speaking at a high-level dialogue on nutrition at the Presidential Villa Tuesday, VP Shettima stressed […]

  *Says improved nutrition key to national development, growth* The Presidency has called for a multi-stakeholder approach in ongoing efforts to combat the problem of malnutrition in Nigeria, saying improved nutrition is crucial for national development and economic growth. Deputy Chief Staff to the President, Senator Ibrahim Hassan Hadejia, made the call on Monday during […]

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has described as unwavering his administration’s resolve to reform the Nigeria Police Force and enhance security across Nigeria. He observed that the idea of state policing is not just a mere policy proposal, but a potential milestone in the evolution of the nation’s law enforcement framework that would create the opportunity […]

  President Bola Tinubu has called for the establishment of a regional counter-terrorism centre that will serve as a hub for intelligence sharing, operational coordination, and capacity building throughout Africa.   Speaking at the African High-level Meeting on Counter-Terrorism in Abuja on Monday, the President said Africa must take a comprehensive approach to combating terrorism, […]

  President Bola Tinubu will on Monday, April 22, open the African Counter-Terrorism Summit in Abuja. Nigeria, with the support of the United Nations Office of Counter-Terrorism (UNOCT), is organizing a high-level African counter-terrorism summit under the theme, ‘Strengthening Regional Cooperation and Institution Building to Address the Evolving Threat of Terrorism’, in Abuja, from April […]

  *Tasks Nigerians On Peaceful Coexistence* Vice President Kashim Shettima has expressed optimism about the performance of Nigeria’s currency, the Naira, at the forex market, saying it will appreciate more as the dollar continues to crash. He said President Bola Ahmed Tinubu had to end fuel subsidy and ensure the unification of the multiple exchange […]

  President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of the following Nigerian professionals to the Board of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC): (1) Mr. Mairiga Aliyu Katuka — Chairman (2) Mr. Emomotimi Agama — Director-General (3) Frana Chukwuogor — Executive Commissioner (Legal and Enforcement) (4) Mr. Bola Ajomale — Executive Commissioner (Operations) (5) Mrs. […]

  President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of the following qualified Nigerians to the Board of the National Insurance Commission (NAICOM): (1) Ms. Halima Kyari — Chairperson  (2) Mr. Olusegun Ayo Omosehin — Commissioner for Insurance  (3) Mr. Olawoye Gam-Ikon — Deputy Commissioner (Technical Operations) (4) Dr. Usman Ankara Jimada — Deputy Commissioner (Finance […]

  President Bola Tinubu says Nigeria’s investment climate has been bolstered by critical new reforms, with an array of opportunities across sectors for investors. Speaking during the presentation of a letter of credence by the Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to Nigeria, Vice-Admiral Kim Pan Kyu, at the State House, on Friday, the President […]

*Says a more secure, prosperous country is possible through their works* The Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, has applauded the contributions of academics to national unity, saying through their works a more secure and prosperous country is possible. The Vice President gave the commendation in Abuja on Friday during the public presentation of two books, […]