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Nigerian Zira shines, wins medal at US chess tournament Mary Victor Zira Nigerian Zira shines, wins medal at US chess tournament From an Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camp in Nigeria, Mary Victor Zira, a 12-year-old chess prodigy, has won a silver medal at the prestigious Chess and Community Tournament in the United States. While competing alongside her teammate Ivie Clement Urieto, Mary secured second place and a $100 cash prize, marking a significant milestone in her rising chess career. She was among five children chosen from the Chess in IDP Camps initiative and Chess in Slums programme to travel to…

LAWMA, from circular economy, targets $2.5b annually LAWMA LAWMA, from circular economy, targets $2.5b annually The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has said that the state will generate close to $2.5 billion annually from circular economy when adequately harnessed. The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of LAWMA, Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, disclosed this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Lagos. A circular economy is an economic system based on the reuse and regeneration of materials or products, especially as a means of continuing production in a sustainable or environmentally friendly way. Gbadegesin said the authority…

Tinubu expresses pleasure in Okpebholo’s education reform Governor Monday Okpebholo. Tinubu expresses pleasure in Okpebholo’s education reform. President Bola Tinubu has lauded the educational reforms currently being undertaken by Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, describing it as an inspiration to other tiers of government and other states to do better. Tinubu made these remarks during the Iftar Dinner Party held to mark the end of the Ramadan fasting on Saturday in Abuja. Acknowledging Okpebholo’s result-oriented reforms, the President said the governor’s efforts in the education sector are an inspiration to work harder and do more for the nation’s development, calling…

Tijani’s appointment despite controversial still confirmed – Akpabio Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Bosun Tijani Tijani’s appointment despite controversial still confirmed. The Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, gave reason why the Senate confirmed Dr. Bosun Tijani as Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy despite his controversial past, which included calling Nigerian lawmakers “morons.” Akpabio naratted how Tijani’s screening in the Senate was rocky due to this remark, but ultimately, the lawmakers trusted President Bola Tinubu’s judgment. Akpabio spoke on Saturday night at a special Iftar held at the Aso Rock Presidential Villa, Abuja, to honour President Bola Tinubu…

ALGON will render quality governance till rural settlements ALGON National President, Bello Lawal ALGON will render quality governance till rural settlements. The Association of Local Governments of Nigeria has restated its commitment to boosting governance at the local level, with a focus on improving service delivery, livelihoods, and the overall well-being of Nigerians. On Sunday while marking the 2025 Eid-el-Fitr celebration, ALGON’s National President, Mr. Bello Lawal, emphasised the association’s dedication to addressing the needs of local communities. Saying, “As ALGON celebrates the blessings of Eid-el-Fitr, we pray that Allah (SWT) brings comfort, relief, and prosperity to millions of homes…

Nigeria will be getting 48 innovation hubs – TETFund Nigeria will be getting 48 innovation hubs – TETFund * This initiative is set up to boost research and innovations. The Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) has said Nigeria is set to receive 48 state-of-the-art innovation hubs and entrepreneurship centres. It said the centres, which are in phases, commenced in 2023, with 12 hubs already set up, 18 more in the final stages of procurement, and another 18 planned for 2025. Executive Secretary of TETFund, Sonny Echono, stated this at the weekend in Abuja at the closing ceremony of the 30th…

Seyi Makinde pays N24b monthly salary to stabilize Oyo Governor Seyi Makinde Seyi Makinde pays N24b monthly salary to stabilize Oyo. Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State on Sunday said his administration has been able to bring about a level of economic stability in the state with the monthly payment of about N24 billion in salaries to state and local government workers. Makinde added that his government’s commitment to expanding the economy of the state has also been yielding results in terms of private sector investments, as more private sector players have become comfortable investing in the state. The governor…

Tinubu, Prime Minister of Saint Kitts and Nevis Hold Bilateral Talks President Bola Tinubu Tinubu, Prime Minister of Saint Kitts and Nevis Hold Bilateral Talks President Bola Tinubu on Saturday played host to the Prime Minister of Saint Kitts and Nevis, Dr Terrance Michael Drew, at the State House, Abuja. The two leaders held bilateral talks behind closed-door at the end of which President Tinubu promised to pursue greater economic ties between Nigeria, and Saint Kitts and Nevis. Speaking to journalists after the talks, the president described the meeting “as a very great opportunity for Africa to connect widely, and…

World Bank approves $500m loan to strengthen Nigeria’s economic program World Bank approves $500m loan to strengthen Nigeria’s economic program The World Bank has approved a $500 million loan to Nigeria to support the country’s Community Action for Resilience and Economic Stimulus Program. According to information obtained from the bank’s website on Sunday, the approval, which took place on March 28, 2025, marks a significant step in addressing Nigeria’s economic challenges through expanded access to livelihood support, food security services, and grants for poor and vulnerable households and firms. The project, officially titled the Nigeria: Community Action for Resilience and…

Tinubu almost dropout of 2023 Presidential Race President Bola Tinubu Tinubu almost dropout of 2023 Presidential Race * Economic hardship and cash withdrawal crippled the country because of Tinubu. * Aminu Masari’s encouragement helped to move forward. President Bola Tinubu has disclosed that he contemplated withdrawing from the last presidential race in 2023 due to the economic uncertainty in the country then. Reflecting on his political journey on Saturday night at a special Iftar held in his honour at the State House, Abuja, the President recounted a moment of doubt during the 2023 election campaign when he contemplated withdrawing from…