Abuja: The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) has announced a budget allocation of $2.5 billion for its Nigeria Country Strategy Plans (CSP) spanning from 2023 to 2027. This initiative is aimed at achieving zero hunger and improving nutrition across Nigeria. According to News Agency of Nigeria, the announcement was made by Mr. Seriene Loum, […]
Month: February 2025
Senator Commends President Tinubu for Signing Federal Polytechnic Rano Bill into Law
Abuja: The senator representing Kano South Senatorial District, Sen. Sumaila Kawu, has commended President Bola Tinubu for his recent assent to the bill establishing Federal Polytechnic, Rano. Speaking with newsmen, Kawu highlighted that the action would guarantee vocational education in Kano State and the country at large. According to News Agency of Nigeria, the senator […]
N4.5 Trillion Additional Revenue to Boost Economic Diversification in 2025, Says Minister
Abuja: Sen. Abubakar Bagudu, the Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, has announced that an additional revenue of N4.5 trillion in the 2025 budget will aid the economic diversification efforts of President Bola Tinubu’s administration. This statement was made during a briefing with State House Correspondents. According to News Agency of Nigeria, the minister emphasized […]
NSC Pledges Support for Badminton Development
Abuja: The Director-General (D-G) of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Bukola Olopade, has reaffirmed the Commission’s commitment to advancing badminton development in Nigeria. Olopade made the pledge on Wednesday in Abuja during a farewell visit to Team Nigeria’s camp, ahead of their departure for the 2025 All-African Senior Badminton Championship in Douala, Cameroon. According to […]
ICPC Recovers N20 Billion in Ghost Workers’ Pension Deductions in 2024
Abuja: The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) announced the recovery of over N20 billion in pension deductions from the salaries of ghost workers in 2024. This significant recovery was disclosed by the ICPC Chairman, Dr. Musa Aliyu, during a breakfast meeting with members of the Nigerian Guild of Editors. According to […]