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FG Inaugurates Committee for Planning and Disposal of 753 Recovered Housing Estates

Abuja: The Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Ahmed Dangiwa, has officially inaugurated the Ministerial Committee on Technical Assessment, Completion Planning, and Disposal Strategy for the recently recovered 753-unit Housing Estate. This estate, which had been handed over to the ministry by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), marks a significant intervention by the […]

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Adesina Highlights AfDB’s Impact on 565 Million Lives Through High 5s Strategy

Abidjan: Dr. Akinwumi Adesina, the outgoing President of the African Development Bank (AfDB), announced that during his 10-year leadership, the bank directly impacted the lives of over 565 million people. Speaking at a Media Welcome Breakfast to mark the beginning of the 2025 Annual Meetings of the Bank in Abidjan, C´te d’Ivoire, Adesina highlighted the […]

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Reps Summon Minister of State for FCT Over Budget Non-Compliance

Abuja: The House of Representatives Committee on FCT Area Councils and Auxiliary Matters has summoned the Minister of State for FCT, Dr. Mariya Bunkure, to appear before it on Tuesday. The summon comes amid concerns that the minister allegedly failed to honor a previous invitation to discuss the FCT budget. According to News Agency of […]

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Amplify Africa’s Voice, Promote Positive Narratives – AfDB President Urges Media

Abidjan: President of the Africa Development Bank (AfDB), Dr Akinwumi Adesina, has urged the media to play a bigger role in amplifying Africa’s voice, particularly by promoting positive narratives and showcasing the continent’s achievements. Adesina made the call on Monday during a media breakfast to open the bank’s week-long 2025 Annual Meetings in Abidjan, C´te […]

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NBC Making Progress in Resolving Nigeria-Benin Boundary Dispute

Abuja: The National Boundary Commission (NBC) says it has made significant progress in resolving the Nigeria-Benin international boundary dispute. The Director-General of the commission, Mr Adamu Adaji, stated this on Sunday in Abuja, while assessing the impact of President Bola Tinubu’s administration after two years in office. According to News Agency of Nigeria, Adaji mentioned […]