Abuja: The Federal Government inaugurated the project implementation committee for the Youth Economic Intervention and De-Radicalisation Programme (YEIDEP), a flagship initiative aimed at addressing key challenges facing Nigerian youth. Mr. Ayodele Olawande, Minister of Youth Development, speaking in Abuja, described the programme as a strategic response to youth unemployment and radicalisation, aligning with the ministry’s […]
Day: May 22, 2025
Okomu Oil Palm Company Records N39.9 Billion Net Profit in 2024
Abuja: Okomu Oil Palm Company Plc has announced a record net profit of N39.9 billion for the year 2024, a significant increase from N20.6 billion in 2023. Mr. Gbenga Oyebode, Chairman of the Board of Directors, revealed this information during the company’s 45th Annual General Meeting in Abuja. According to News Agency of Nigeria, Oyebode […]
NSF: Ashiribo Wins Team Kwara’s 1st Gold in Cycling
Abeokuta: Olalekan Ashiribo of Team Kwara on Thursday won the state’s first gold medal in the 200m cycling sprint event at the ongoing 22nd National Sports Festival (NSF) in Abeokuta, Ogun. In a post-victory interview, Ashiribo expressed his joy and optimism about Team Kwara’s prospects at the festival. According to News Agency of Nigeria, the […]
Bayelsa Leads National Sports Festival with 30 Gold Medals
Ogun: Team Bayelsa has maintained its lead on the medals table at the ongoing National Sports Festival (NSF) in Ogun. Bayelsa garnered 30 gold, 12 silver, and 13 bronze medals five days into the festival to maintain a comfortable lead. According to News Agency of Nigeria, the official medals table of the NSF tagged ‘Gateway […]
NAHCON Successfully Transports Over 36,000 Nigerian Pilgrims to Saudi Arabia as Airlift Operation Nears Completion
Madina: The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has announced the successful transportation of 36,359 Nigerian pilgrims to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, marking a significant milestone in its airlift operation, which is set to conclude on May 30. According to News Agency of Nigeria, the Assistant Director of Information and Publication, Hajiya Fatima Usara, […]