Tag: Nigeria
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Morocco Outlasts Nigeria in Penalty Shootout to Reach AFCON Final
By Abdulkareem Haruna In a grueling semifinal defined more by tactical caution than offensive flair, host nation Morocco secured a place in the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final on Wednesday, defeating Nigeria 4-2 in a penalty shootout after a scoreless 120 minutes. The victory at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium sends the Atlas Lions…
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Nigeria’s Chief of Navy Commends Troops for Repelling Terrorist Major Attack in Lake Chad
By Abdulkareem Haruna Maiduguri, Nigeria – The Chief of Naval Staff (CNS), Vice Adm. Emmanuel Ikechukwu Ogalla, on Saturday lauded Nigerian troops for their valor in repelling a recent attack by Boko Haram and Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) fighters in the Lake Chad region, an engagement that reportedly resulted in significant enemy casualties.…
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EU Launches Agribusiness Platform to Boost Nigerian Agriculture
By Abdulkareem Haruna ABUJA, Nigeria – The European Union has officially launched a new digital platform aimed at galvanizing Nigeria’s agricultural sector, a move that signals intensified support for the West African nation’s efforts to transform its economy through farming. The EU-Nigeria Agribusiness Platform (EUNAP), unveiled Friday in Abuja, is designed to connect key players…
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Nigerian Military Confirms 22 Soldiers Killed, Denies Dislodgment of Any Base Amidst Ambush Reports
By Abdulkareem Haruna The Nigerian military has confirmed the tragic loss of 22 soldiers during recent operations against insurgents in the North East, specifically in the infamous Timbuktu Triangle. This announcement comes in response to earlier media reports claiming that a military base was dislodged following an ambush in the remote border community of Malumfatori.…
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Buratai Reflects on Challenging Tenure as Army Chief Amid Boko Haram Rampage
By Abdul Kareem Former Chief of Army Staff Lt. Gen. Tukur Buratai (ret.) has characterized his tenure as a “very difficult period,” marked by the rampant activities of Boko Haram terrorists. Buratai, who led the Nigerian Army from July 2015 to January 2021, described the era as “volatile, uncertain, and complex.” He noted the significant…
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60 Youths Set To Electrify The Future with NEDC Skill Training and Guaranteed Employment
Linesmen share dreams and aspirations as they embark on new careers with NEDC’s support and guidance.
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Nigerian Air Force Strikes ISWAP Camps in Ongoing Anti-Terror Operation
By Abu Faisal The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) Air Task Force (ATF) of Operation HADIN Kai has reported significant progress in its air interdiction operations targeting the Islamic State of the West African Province (ISWAP) terrorists near Lake Chad. On December 16, the ATF conducted precision air strikes on ISWAP camps located at Bukar Mairam…
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Relief for Nigerians As Government Moves to Cut Down Price of Cooking Gas
By Abdulkareem Haruna In response to escalating domestic prices of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), also known as cooking gas, the Federal Government has initiated moves to stabilize supply and pricing of the product, signaling potential relief for consumers. Ekperikpe Ekpo, Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Gas), has intervened as the cost of LPG per…
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Nigeria First Lady reopens National Model Workplace Nursery School, Says #RenewedHope To Uplift Women, Children
By Abdulkareem Haruna ABUJA, Nigeria – Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has affirmed the Renewed Hope Initiative’s dedication to advancing the welfare of women and children in the country. This statement was made during the inauguration of the Federal Ministry of Women Affairs’ revived National Model Workplace Nursery School in Abuja. Senator Tinubu, represented…
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A Bold Leap to Agricultural Mechanisation: Nigeria Targets 2,000 Tractors Annually To Address Current Deficit
By Abdulkareem Haruna In a decisive move to bolster Nigeria’s agricultural sector, Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Senator Abubakar Kyari, announced the country’s goal to produce 2,000 tractors domestically each year. This initiative, he asserts, will boost food production, create jobs, particularly for women and youth, and address food and nutrition security concerns across…
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