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On the outskirts of Kenya’s capital, thousands of workers rely on one crucial trade agreement: the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA). This 25-year-old U.S. law grants duty-free access to African-made goods, primarily clothing, fueling an industry that supports hundreds of thousands of livelihoods. But AGOA is set to expire…
The House of Representatives has officially designated February 13 as Murtala Muhammed Day in honor of the late Nigerian leader’s contributions to national unity and democracy. Announcing the decision, Speaker of the House, Dr. Tajudeen Abbas, emphasized that the recognition was a tribute to General Muhammed’s patriotic and democratic role…
Renowned Nigerian music star Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, has sparked a social media frenzy after a viral video captured his surprise proposal to Edo State lawmaker, Natasha Osawaru. The video, which surfaced on Thursday, shows the legendary singer and the politician dancing closely while surrounded by friends. Moments…
As Nigeria joins the rest of the world in celebrating Radio Day, the Minister for Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Mohammed Idris, has urged all radio stations across the country to harness their platforms to raise awareness about climate change and its impact on society. In a statement, Alhaji Mohammed…
The House of Representatives Committee on Public Petitions has summoned the Comptroller General of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Adewale Adeniyi, to appear before it next Tuesday. The summons follows a petition accusing top Customs officials of refusing to retire despite reaching their mandatory service years. Committee Chairman Mike Etaba…
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Administration has reiterated its dedication to cancer prevention and care, with a strong focus on equitable healthcare access. Dr. Dolapo Fasawe, the Mandate Secretary of the Health Services and Environment Secretariat, highlighted this commitment in a statement marking the 2025 World Cancer Day. She emphasized…
The Federal Ministry of Special Duties and Intergovernmental Affairs has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening local governance and ensuring the full implementation of local government autonomy across Nigeria. Speaking at the Local Government Development Summit in Abuja, Minister Zaphaniah Jisalo emphasized that the recent Supreme Court ruling on local government…
The Federal Government has announced plans to clamp down on unregistered and fraudulent cooperative societies as part of a broader initiative to reform and revitalize the sector. The move, led by the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security, aims to enhance accountability and ensure cooperatives contribute meaningfully to national development.…
In a bid to address the alarming rate of out-of-school children, the Kano State Ministry of Education has commenced an assessment tour of rural communities ahead of its planned sensitization campaign. The initiative seeks to identify the root causes of school dropouts and develop targeted solutions through community engagement. According…
In a sweeping move that underscores his administration’s aggressive restructuring of the U.S. government, President Donald Trump has dismissed the independent inspector general of the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), according to multiple media reports. Paul Martin’s termination came just one day after his office published a report critical…
