The UN General Assembly on Monday adopted a political declaration to accelerate action to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), which are woefully off-track toward their 2030 deadline. The UN correspondent of the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu is among the leaders that adopted the political declaration to accelerate the 17 goals. The political declaration includes a commitment to financing for developing countries and clear support for his proposal for an SDG Stimulus of at least 500 billion US dollars annually, as well as an effective debt-relief mechanism. It also calls for changing the…
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Nollywood actors participating at the maiden edition of Youth Educational Film Festival (YEFF) in Abuja on Monday trained young talents on how to use films to shun vices and promote nation building. The film fiesta is organised by Abuja Film Village (AFV) in collaboration with the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN) and an NGO, “I am the Future of Nigeria Youth Initiative (IFON). Seasoned thespians held master class and shared experiences with participants drawn from both tertiary and secondary schools in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Actors, who served as resource persons at the festival, included Charles Inojie, Segun Arinze,…
Mrs Oluremi Tinubu, the First Lady of Nigeria, has called on the diasporas to contribute their quota to the “Renewed Hope Agenda” of President Bola Tinubu’s administration. She also called on Nigerian youths to have hope in the efforts of the current administration to deliver on the dividends of democracy and provide for their basic needs. According to the UN, in 2022, 26,400 Nigerian citizens requested asylum abroad while 27,000 Nigerian citizens were recongnised as refuges and granted protection in 2022. Mrs Tinubu made the call on Monday at the New York 2023 Nigeria Economic Growth and Trade Summit with…
The Kebbi Government on Monday distributed relief materials to victims of bandits’ attacks from seven villages of Sokoto and Kebbi states. According to News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), two villages were attacked in Kebbi and five in Sokoto state. Those displaced sought refuge in Jarkuka village, Arewa Local Government Area of Kebbi. The Commissioner for Information and Culture, Alhaji Yakubu Ahmed-BK said the affected villages were on the borders of the two states. “We are in this village on behalf of His Excellency, Gov. Nasir Idris, to distribute relief materials to displaced victims of bandits’ attacks. “The governor, upon receiving…
The Federal Government, in partnership with WEMA Bank, has concluded arrangements to train two million youths on digital skills. The Director of Information, Office of the Vice President, Mr Olusola Abiola, made this known in a statement on Monday in Abuja. He said the training is in furtherance of the Federal Government’s pledge to support the job creation agenda of the Tinubu administration. “WEMA Bank, in partnership with the Office of the Vice President, has concluded arrangements to commence an initiative that will impact two million youths and one million Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) across the country.” READ…
President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of 18 Special Advisers and Senior Special Assistants to actualise the agenda of the Federal Government across the different sectors of the economy. The Director of Information, Office of the Vice President, Mr Olusola Abiola, made this known in a statement, on Monday in Abuja. Abiola said that the team comprising six Special Advisers and 12 Senior Special Assistants would work in the office of the vice president, Kashim Shettima, to support the “Renewed Hope Agenda” of the Tinubu administration. He said that the appointments in the vice lresident’s office include; Rukaiya El-Rufai,…
The expansion of offshore wind energy in the European Union (EU) faces a green dilemma as climate protection might clash with nature conversation. A report by the EU’s court of auditors (ECA) said on Monday. To combat climate change, nearly 17 billion euros (18.1 billion dollars) in EU funding has gone to the blue energy sector over the past 15 years, the ECA wrote. Strongly rising energy prices after Russia largely cut off its supply as retaliation for the EU’s support for Ukraine highlights the importance of energy independence in the bloc, said ECA’s Nikolaos Milionis. READ ALSO: Fuel subsidy:…
Vice-Chancellor of University of Ilorin, Prof. Wahab Egbewole, on Monday, said that arrangements were being made to provide free data for staff members of the university to cushion the effects of fuel subsidy removal. Egbewole stated this during an interview with newsmen in Ilorin to spotlight his first anniversary in office. He reiterated his administration’s commitment to the welfare of staff members and students of the institution in order to enhance their productivity. The vice-chancellor said that his administration was exploring every means to ensure that both the staffers and students of the university enjoyed the best of time while…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Monday tendered two documents in evidence against social media celebrity, Ismaila Mustapha (alias Mompha), charged with six billion Naira money laundering. The documents were tendered through the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) agent, Mr Ayotunde Solademi, before an Ikeja Special Offences Court. The documents are a report by the FBI and an investigative report on Mompha’s iPhone which the agency claims was used for fraudulent activites. The witness was led in evidence by EFCC counsel, Mr Suleiman Suleiman. Defence counsel, Mr Kolawole Salami, objected to the admissibility of the two documents in…
Members of the Last Generation climate group began blocking traffic in several parts of Berlin on Monday, kicking off a new wave of open-ended protests to call for an end to fossil fuels. As of Monday morning, rush-hour traffic was disrupted in 21 different locations, police said. Bus services were also affected. Last Generation said there were at least 23 sit-ins across the German capital, saying motorway exits and roads leading into Berlin were also affected. It said that in some areas, activists had glued themselves to the tarmac, in what has been a typical strategy for the group in…
President Bola Tinubu has appointed Dr. Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, the spokesperson of the Northern Elders Forum (NEF), as the Special Adviser on Political Issues in the office of Vice-President Kashim Shettima. Dr. Baba-Ahmed made this announcement through a post on his social media handle, expressing his honor and commitment to contributing to the country’s development. He stated, “It is time to make it public that I have accepted the call to serve as Special Adviser (Political) to the VP. READ ALSO: Sit-at-Home: 3 IPOB Militants Shot Dead in Enugu “This is not the time for fence-sitting or criticism when you can…
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has initiated the application process for the third edition of its Talent Hunt Research through Hackathon. NCC’s Director, Public Affairs, Dr Reuben Muoka, announced this development in a statement issued in Abuja. Muoka said this was part of giving expression to its Strategic Vision Plan 2023-2025, to encourage the development of new technologies and indigenous content through cutting-edge research. He said: “The goal of this initiative is to stimulate sustainable economic growth and development in Nigeria.” Mouka noted that the commission had invited Tech Hubs, and Innovation-Driven Enterprises (IDEs) in Nigeria to enroll their start-ups…
The Chief Judge of the Federation Justice Olukayode Ariwoola has called upon judges and justices to remain updated on current developments in the telecom industry to ensure fair adjudication in the digital era. He made this statement during the opening ceremony of the 2023 National Workshop for Judges and Justices on telecom issues, a collaborative effort between the Nigeria Communication Commission (NCC) and the National Judicial Institute (NJI), held in Kano. Justice Ariwoola said the workshop is very timely, given the rapid advancements in the telecom sector. READ ALSO: Zamfara Tribunal to Deliver Verdict on Matawalle’s Petition Today He stated…
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has shed light on why he instructed traditional rulers in Oyo State to stand during the inauguration of two projects in the Iseyin area of the state last Friday. The incident, captured in a viral video, showed Obasanjo reprimanding the monarchs for failing to rise in acknowledgment of the State Governor, Seyi Makinde. The former president was criticized by many, including council of Obas describing the incident as a denigration of the status of Yoruba traditional leaders, Royal Fathers and a direct affront to the people’s culture, norms and values. However, in an interview with Premium…
Renowned Nollywood actress, Iyabo Ojo, has added her voice to the growing chorus of concerned Nigerians seeking answers regarding the controversial death of fast-rising singer, Mohbad. Using her verified Instagram account and Instagram Live, the actress announced plans for a forthcoming peaceful protest dedicated to addressing the singer’s demise. She also called on parents and youths to join her in the protest on a date that would soon be announced. READ ALSO: HURIWA Accuses President Tinubu of Nepotism in Key Appointments In the video she posted, the thespian said: “We are sending a letter to all the respectable offices and…
The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA), a prominent civil society group, has accused President Bola Tinubu of nepotism, alleging that a majority of his government’s key appointments have been allocated to people from his ethnic group. HURIWA made this known in a statement issued by its coordinator, Emmanuel Onwubiko, stressing that the recent appointments of the Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria and the Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service given to Yoruba people are an attestation. The statement reads, “With President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s recent approval of the nomination of Olayemi Cardoso to serve as…
The Climate Live Nigeria and Fridays for Future Nigeria, a civil society organisation, has launched a music concert to push for collective action against Climate Change and end to fossil fuels usage in the country. Mr Kingsley Odogwu, National Coordinator and Country Representative of the organisation, said this at a musical concert in Abuja. Odogwu said the concert was organised to drive home its demands and to call on the government to declare climate change a national emergency. He said it was important for the federal government to put an end to fossil fuels and shift to renewable energy sources.…
The Police Command in Osun has arrested some suspects in connection with the killing of a 28-year-old man, in Okanala, Irepodun Local Government of the state on Sunday. The victim, Ibrahim Kudus was killed by gunmen who attacked a house he was staying, shot him to death and threw his body into a car and set it ablaze. SP Yemisi Opalola, Spokesperson of the command said on Monday in Osogbo that normalcy have returned to the area while some suspects had been arrested. “We have made arrests concerning the incident and the CP, Kehinde Longe, has deployed officers to the…
The Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC), has said less than 40 million Nigerians are presently captured in the tax net and paying taxes. The Chairman of RMAFC, Muhammad Shehu, said this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Sunday in Abuja. Shehu gave the figure as he urged Nigerians to endeavour to pay their taxes to boost government revenue and improve service delivery. According to him, tax payers in Nigeria are too low for a country that has more than 200 million population. He commended the idea of a Tax Reform Committee recently set…
In a significant development for Nigerian airlines, the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has obtained Third Country Operator (TCO) certificates, opening the door for these carriers to operate flights to the United Kingdom and several European nations with greater ease. According to a Daily Trust report, the TCO, will pave the way for designated Nigerian carriers to apply for flight operations to with greater ease in these regions. Among the airlines poised to benefit from this milestone is Air Peace, Nigeria’s largest carrier, whose Chairman Mr. Allen Onyema, had previously expressed concerns regarding the denial of Air Peace’s access to…