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Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, Director-General of the World Trade Organisation (WTO), has been named “Woman of the Year 2024” by ThisDay newspaper. The publication stated that under her stewardship, the WTO facilitated historic trade agreements that played a pivotal role in revitalizing the global economy, particularly benefiting developing nations. The newspaper said in a statement: “Her … Read more
The Vice President, Kashim Shettima, has assured Nigerians that the year 2025 will be different. Senator Shettima said the economy has been recording positive growth as a result of the policies of President Bola Tinubu’s administration. The Vice President stated this while addressing newsmen after visiting the President in his Ikoyi residence, in Lagos, along … Read more
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has reaffirmed his commitment to delivering results despite criticisms of his leadership style. According to a video that was shared by SYMFONI TV from 5.31, speaking during a press briefing about an ongoing road project in Abuja, Wike said he remains undistracted by complaints, emphasizing … Read more
Udengs Eradiri, the former Labour Party governorship candidate in Bayelsa State, has criticised the party’s leadership. Eradiri, who recently left the Labour Party, said the political platform is corrupt and unprincipled like the existing parties in the country. Explaining his decision to quit the party, Eradiri said he was disheartened by the actions of the … Read more
The Federal Government has advised Nigerians against traveling to Australia as a result of prevailing security situations in some cities of the country. The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Maitama Tuggar, stated this on Tuesday, in a statement signed by the Acting Spokesperson of the Ministry, Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa. Tuggar explained that some citizens of the … Read more
In a notable observation about Nigeria’s religious dynamics, former Kaduna Central Senator Shehu Sani has drawn attention to what he perceives as a significant change in the practice of annual prophecies by religious leaders. The former federal lawmaker, known for his outspoken commentary on social and political issues, shared his thoughts through his official X … Read more
The governor of Ekiti State, Biodun Oyebanji, on Wednesday, January 1, approved the appointment of Oyeniyi Adebayo as his chief of staff. The current Ekiti State’s commissioner for budget, economic planning and performance management, Adeyabo’s appointment takes effect from January 2, 2025. His appointment was announced by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Media, … Read more
An Anglican cleric, Most Rev. Prof. Godwin Okpala, who was kidnapped a month ago, has been released. Naija News understands that Archbishop Okpala and his driver were both released by the assailants. Announcing his freedom via his Facebook page on Thursday morning, the clergyman expressed wrote: “Praise the Lord!” This announcement has elicited hundreds of … Read more
One of the chieftains of the All Progressive Congress, APC, Lauretta Onochie has reacted after President Bola Ahmed Tinubu received an autographed glove from former World Heavyweight Champion, Anthony Joshua. This was contained in a post that Lauretta Onochie shared on her official X handle on Wednesday. After sharing the pictures on her page, the … Read more
Festus Osifo, President of the Trade Union Congress (TUC), has weighed in on the role of the President in shaping national expectations. Speaking during an interview on Channels Television, Osifo explained the dual responsibility of the president to inspire hope while maintaining a realistic outlook on the nation’s challenges. The exact words of Osifo read, … Read more