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[ad_1] President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has declined assent to the National Assembly Library Trust Fund (Establishment) Amendment Bill, 2025, citing conflicts with existing federal laws and policies.In a letter addressed to the Speaker of the House of Representatives and read by the Speaker on Tuesday, Tinubu said while he acknowledged the laudable objectives of the proposed legislation, several provisions in the bill were inconsistent with settled laws and policies of the federal government. According to the president, the bill contained clauses relating to funding mechanisms for agencies under the National Assembly, taxation of national entities, public service remunerations, as well…

[ad_1] Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Mbah, has called for more state inclusion in the exploitation of the nation’s solid minerals to enable the nation actualise the sector’s huge potential and help diversify the nation’s economy.Mbah also decried the nation’s huge losses to illegal mining. The governor spoke when he received members of the Senate Committee on Solid Minerals Development, who were on a working visit to Government House, Enugu, on Tuesday, according to a statement.SPONSOR AD “I also think that this Committee’s task is a very important task because solid minerals hold a very huge economic opportunity for…

[ad_1] The Nigeria Police Force, Nasarawa State command, has announced traffic diversion and partial movement restrictions within Lafia metropolis and its environs ahead of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s visit today, Wednesday, June 25, 2025.Daily Trust reports that the restrictions commenced yesterday as part of drastic measures to checkmate insecurity before, during and after the official visit of the president. This was contained in a statement signed by the command’s spokesman, SP Ramhan Nansel, obtained by our correspondent in Lafia, the Nasarawa State capital, on Tuesday.SPONSOR AD According to the statement, “In view of the scheduled visit of the president to…

[ad_1] General Murtala Ramat Muhammad remains one of Nigeria’s most respected and boldest leaders, well known for his no-nonsense leadership, swift reforms, and deep commitment to national progress. Though his time in power was brief but his impact was profound. In this documentary, we explore the legacy of a leader who took a fearless stand against corruption, challenged the mismanagement of public funds and inspired a new era of patriotism.  But what really happened that led to his assassination after just 200 days in office—and why does his name still echo in the hearts and minds of Nigerians today?SPONSOR AD

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[ad_1] Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has condemned the killing of two Kano indigenes in Makurdi, Benue State.The victims were children of prominent Islamic scholar, Sheikh Ibrahim Khalil. According to the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, the victims were attacked around 11:00 p.m. on Monday by yet-to-be-identified hoodlums and murdered in cold blood without any provocation.SPONSOR AD Governor Yusuf expressed deep sorrow over the tragic incident, describing it as “barbaric, senseless, and unacceptable.” He called on law enforcement agencies to ensure that the perpetrators face the full weight of the law.“It is with a heavy heart and deep…

[ad_1] A Kano State High Court has sentenced six members of a notorious child abduction syndicate to a combined 120 years in prison for their roles in abducting and trafficking children under the age of 10.The convicts-Mercy Paul, Ebere Ogbono, Emmanuel Igwe, Loise Duru, Monica Oracha, and Chinelo Ifedigwe-were found guilty of concealment, abetment, kidnapping, and trafficking of minors. The children were reportedly abducted from Kano and sold in Onitsha, Anambra State.SPONSOR AD The syndicate leader, Mr. Paul Onwe, was previously sentenced to 104 years in July 2021 after pleading guilty to 38 counts. The six co-defendants, however, pleaded not…

[ad_1] Afolabi Folayan is the Executive Director, Technical, at Access ARM Pensions. In this interview, he discusses the mortgage financing of the PFA as well as its operations to drive financial inclusion in the country.With the implementation of residential mortgage access from RSAs, how is your team ensuring a seamless process for contributors as well as equity mobilization? The operationalisation of the Pension Reform Act 2014 provision allowing contributors to access up to 25% of their RSA balance for residential mortgage equity has been one of the most impactful reforms in recent years. Since the initiative launched, we have supported…

[ad_1] The management of Media Trust Group (MTG) has expressed condolences to the Editor-in-Chief of the Daily Trust newspapers, Malam Hamza Idris, following the death of his mother, Hajiya Rabi Idris, who passed away on Monday in Kano.Regional Managers of MTG’s Kano and Kaduna offices, Shamsuddeen Sani Husseini and Yusuf Jidda, led staff to the deceased’s residence to offer sympathies. In a condolence letter signed by the Executive Director, Corporate and Management Services, Hajiya Hadiza Bala, the company prayed for Allah to grant the deceased eternal rest in Aljannah Firdaus and give the family the strength to bear the loss.SPONSOR…

[ad_1] President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has emphasised the need to expand Nigeria’s dairy and livestock economy, noting that with the country’s growing population, the sector holds enormous potential for job creation, rural development, and food security.The President spoke on Tuesday at the State House, Abuja, while receiving Queen Mary Elizabeth of Denmark, who is visiting Nigeria as Patron of the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA). The First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, co-hosted the Danish Queen.SPONSOR AD President Tinubu highlighted Nigeria’s readiness to deepen cooperation with Denmark in knowledge transfer, veterinary health, and sustainable agribusiness practices.He identified conflicts between farmers and…