The Federal Government expresses satisfaction in the selection of the new Alaafin of Oyo, His Royal Majesty, Oba Abimbola Owoade and commends the Executive Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde for upholding the pattern of culture and tradition in the selection process. Executive Secretary/CEO of the National Institute for Cultural […]
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The Senate Committee on Culture and Tourism has rejected the budget envelopes allocated to cultural agencies for 2025, expressing concern over the insufficient funding of the sector. This decision was announced during a budget defense session held at the National Assembly Complex, where Chief Executives of the agencies under the […]
PROTOCOLS: — The Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima — Senate President, Distinguished Senator Godswill Akpabio — Right Honourable Speaker, Tajudeen Abbas — National Chairman of our great party, Excellency, Abdullahi Umar Ganduje — State Governors here present — Distinguished Leaders and Members of the National Assembly — Senior Government Officials […]
Nigerians are bracing for increased expenses on mobile calls, data, and SMS following the Nigerian Communications Commission’s (NCC) decision to unveil a new tariff plan for the telecommunications sector effective December 13, 2024. This move, according to the NCC, is aimed at simplifying tariff structures and improving consumer experience across the industry. […]
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has inscribed Kano Durbar on its Representative List of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. The nomination of Kano Durbar, a religious and cultural festival that unifies the people and Nigeria’s most spectacular and biggest horse parade was adopted at the ongoing […]
In a groundbreaking moment for the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), the FCT Council has elected its first female chairman in a 43-year history traditionally dominated by male candidates. Grace Ike, a journalist from the Advocate Broadcasting Network (ADBN), shattered the gender barrier with her unopposed election to the prestigious […]
The Stanley Jegede Foundation (SJF) has announced a groundbreaking partnership with the Adopt A School Initiative (ADASI) to spearhead educational development programs in Osun State. This collaboration aims to renovate schools and provide essential educational materials, underscoring a shared commitment to accessible and high-quality education for disadvantaged communities. This initiative […]
The recent visit of Nigeria’s Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism and the Creative Economy, Barrister Hannatu Musa Musawa and the Executive Secretary/CEO, National Institute for Cultural Orientation (NICO), Otunba Biodun Ajiboye to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil has sparked concerns by Afro Brazilians who are calling on the federal government to […]
The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has directed electricity distribution companies (DisCos) to replace faulty and obsolete meters for customers at no cost. This directive was detailed in a statement released on Monday. The move comes amid reports of certain DisCos requiring customers to pay for the replacement of Unistar […]
President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of three Nigerians as Directors-General of key national agencies, along with a Special Adviser on Public Communications and Media. Read Also: Introducing Sunday Akin Dare: President Tinubu’s Newly Appointed Special Adviser on Public Communication and Orientation The newly appointed officials are: 1. Mr. Olawale […]