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By| Goodluck E.Adubazi, Abuja President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reassured Nigerian women that their aspirations remain central to his administration, declaring that “their hope will not be in vain” as the government intensifies efforts toward inclusion and empowerment. The President’s message was delivered on Monday at the State House Banquet Hall, Presidential Villa, Abuja, during the grand finale of the 2026 Give2Gain Summit, held to commemorate International Women’s Month under the theme “Rights, Justice, Action for All Women and Girls.” Speaking further, the Minister of Women Affairs and Social Development, Imaan Suleiman-Ibrahim, emphasized that women’s empowerment is no longer symbolic…
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By| Goodluck E.Adubazi, Abuja Nigeria and Malaysia have taken fresh steps to deepen bilateral customs cooperation, targeting improved trade facilitation and stronger border management amid rapidly growing economic ties between both countries. The move followed a high-level meeting between the Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, and the Director-General of the Royal Malaysian Customs Department (RMCD), Dato’ Haji Amran bin Haji Ahmad, during an official visit to Malaysia on the sidelines of DSA Malaysia 2026. Discussions between the two customs chiefs focused on strengthening institutional collaboration, advancing customs modernisation, and developing coordinated border management systems to…
By| Goodluck E.Adubazi | Abuja Nigeria’s opposition political parties have agreed to present a single presidential candidate for the 2027 general elections, marking a significant shift toward unity as they intensify efforts to challenge the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). The resolution was announced in a communiqué issued at the end of the Opposition Political Parties National Summit held on Saturday in Ibadan, Oyo State. Leaders of the participating parties declared their commitment to “work towards fielding one Presidential Candidate for the 2027 elections,” stressing that the candidate would be jointly agreed upon and supported by all opposition groups in…
In the towns and villages that make up Okehi/Adavi Federal Constituency, the road to 2027 is already stirring conversations—about leadership, trust, and the enduring power of the ballot. For many residents, elections have often come with promises that fade as quickly as they are made. But this time, there is a different kind of dialogue taking shape—one centered on the idea that the people’s mandate should rest in the hands of someone they not only know, but trust. That sentiment is increasingly tied to one name: Hon. Dr. Aisha Ibrahim Adoke (AIA). Regarded by supporters as a daughter of the…
By| Goodluck E.Adubazi, Abuja The 3rd edition of the Africa Petroleum Producers Organization (APPO) R&D Directors Forum meeting ended on a high note in Abuja on Thursday, with strong commitments toward advancing research, innovation, and collaboration across the continent’s oil and gas sector. In his closing remarks, incoming APPO Chairman, Rasheed Olushola Ojulari, emphasized that research and development (R&D) remains the foundation of progress among developed nations. He noted that Africa must prioritize innovation to compete globally. “The developed countries of the world built their success on R&D. It is the bedrock of innovation—constantly improving and transforming systems. That is…
By| Goodluck E.Adubazi, Abuja Residents of Galadimawa in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) witnessed a major boost in community development on Friday as the National Mass Education Commission (NMEC), in partnership with the Regy and Henry Amazing Grace Foundation (RHAGF), presented vocational training equipment to support a newly established skills acquisition centre. The initiative marks the culmination of a three-week intensive training programme aimed at empowering residents with practical and entrepreneurial skills. https://youtu.be/M0NOH64wzb0?si=jNNJIH_dP4g_W-hb Presenting the equipment, Mrs. Ejieji Nnenna Jane, Head of Department, Vocational Skills at NMEC, said the tools provided were tailored to help beneficiaries immediately begin small-scale businesses.…
By| Goodluck E.Adubazi, Abuja The Federal Government has reiterated its commitment to the delivery of the 1,028-kilometre Lagos–Abidjan Corridor, a landmark regional highway project expected to boost trade, connectivity, and economic integration across West Africa. The assurance was given by the Minister of Works, David Umahi, during a high-level meeting with delegations from the ECOWAS Commission and the African Development Bank in Abuja. The corridor project, which will link Lagos to Abidjan through Ghana, Togo, and Benin Republic, is widely seen as a transformative infrastructure initiative for the region. Speaking at the meeting, Umahi conveyed the support of President Bola…
By| Goodluck E.Adubazi, Abuja The Director-General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Brigadier General Olakunle Nafiu, has called on employers across Nigeria to create enabling environments that allow Corps Members to maximize their potential and contribute meaningfully to national development. Speaking at the launch of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) innovation hub, tagged “idea2impact,” held at the agency’s headquarters in Abuja, Nafiu emphasized the importance of mentorship, guidance, and effective leadership in nurturing young talents. He described Corps Members as “solution providers” capable of driving innovation when properly supported, and urged ministries, departments, agencies, and private organizations…
By| Goodluck E.Adubazi, Abuja The 2026 edition of the prestigious Nigeria Prize for Literature has officially commenced, with 224 entries submitted for this year’s poetry category, organizers announced at a press conference held on Tuesday. Speaking at the handover ceremony, Dr. Sophia Horsfall, General Manager for External Relations and Sustainable Development at Nigeria LNG Limited, described the competition as a rigorous process requiring “attention, patience, and sound judgement,” as stakeholders gathered to mark the start of the adjudication phase. This year’s prize, valued at $100,000, focuses on poetry—one of the four rotating genres of the award, alongside prose fiction, drama,…