AFRICA

Bill Gates Advises Nigeria To Prioritise Health Commodities Over Local Vaccine Production

Bill Gates has urged Nigeria to focus on immediate health needs, effective vaccination teams rather than prioritising local vaccine production.

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Tinubu Mourns Hajiya Binta Dada Yar’Adua, Describes Her As A National Icon, Colossus

President Tinubu and notable figures honoured Hajiya Yar'Adua, reflecting on her life and legacy at her funeral in Katsina.

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FRC Calls for State Adoption of Fiscal Responsibility Act to Strengthen Financial Accountability

FRC has urged state governments to implement the Fiscal Responsibility Act 2017 to support transparent economic management and stability.

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Nigeria To Push For Debt Relief And Investment At Africa Food Summit With UN Support

UN Deputy Secretary-General Amina Mohammed has pledged backing for Nigeria's economic strategies ahead of the Africa Food Summit in Kigali

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First Lady Otti Speaks Out Against GBV As Abia Man Arrested For Brutal Assault On Wife, Landlady

Abia’s first lady has condemned the brutal attack on Amarachi Lawrence by her husband, promising increased support for GBV victims.

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Army Chief Lagbaja Highlights Data Management As Key To Military Efficiency, Operational Success

Army Chief Lagbaja has underlined the importance of adapting data management to enhance the Nigerian Army’s effectiveness

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FCCPC Denies Price Control Intent, Clarifies Its Directive Aimed At Curbing Exploitation

FCCPC has asserted that its recent directive targets exploitative practices and anti-competitive behaviours, not direct price control.

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Nigeria Signs Two MoUs With Chinese Firm For Electric Tricycle Assembly

Nigeria has signed two MoUs with Mutual Commitment Company focused on local electric tricycle assembly, supporting Nigeria’s renewable energy goals.

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Canadian Government Supports Nigeria with $23m in Building Oxygen Plants

Canadian High Commissioner James Christoff has announced Canada’s $23m contribution to oxygen plants in Nigeria, enhancing healthcare through UNICEF collaboration.

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Otedola Celebrates Dangote Refinery As Petrol Production Begins, Praises Tinubu’s Role In Milestone Achievement

“The days of bowing to foreign powers for our fuel needs are over,” says Femi Otedola.

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