‎ABUJA – The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to revolutionizing the public sector through massive digital upskilling, targeting a 95% digital literacy rate by 2030.‎​Speaking at the Digital Literacy for All (DL4ALL) training awards ceremony, the Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa, revealed that the country is currently...
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NITDA Pledges Support for CAC’s AI-Driven Transformation at 35th Anniversary
‎The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has committed to providing full technical support to the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) as it integrates Artificial Intelligence (AI) into its core operations.‎​The Director General of NITDA, Kashifu Inuwa, CCIE, announced the partnership during a goodwill message at the CAC’s 35th-anniversary celebration, held at the Ladi Kwali Hall,...
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Strengthening Ties: ITU and NITDA Collaborate on Nigeria’s Digital Transformation Agenda
Dr. Cosmas Luckyson Zavazava, Director of the ITU Telecommunication Development Bureau (BDT), recently led a high-level delegation to the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) to deepen cooperation on Nigeria’s digital evolution. Accompanied by ITU Regional Director for Africa, Dr. Emmanuel Manasseh, the visit centered on tackling connectivity gaps and fostering inclusive ICT growth. ​Representing...
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FG REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO IMPLEMENTING 2026 BUDGET TO DRIVE ECONOMIC GROWTH
‎‎‎The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to implementing the 2026 Budget, a budget of consolidation aimed at driving economic growth, improving security, and enhancing the welfare of Nigerians.‎‎The Honourable Minister of State for Finance Dr Doris Uzoka-Anite, gave the assurance on Monday when she presented the budget to the Senate, highlighting key reforms and...
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WALE EDUN DRIVES NIGERIA’S ENERGY PUSH FOR ECONOMIC GROWTH‎
‎This week in his office in Abuja, the Honourable Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr Wale Edun, led strategic engagement with global energy and finance partners to advance Nigeria’s leadership under Mission 300, the continental effort to expand electricity access and drive economic growth.‎‎The discussions focused on accelerating delivery and mobilising...
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KWST Govt., GLOHWOC Call for Strict Enforcement of Anti-FGM Laws
As Nigeria marked the 2026 International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) on Thursday, the Global Hope for Women and Children Foundation (GLOHWOC) urged all levels of government to go beyond rhetoric and enforce existing laws criminalising the harmful practice. GLOHWOC noted that despite legal protections, weak enforcement and entrenched social norms...
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Border Security: Ashiru Urges FG, States to Empower Border Communities to Tackle Insecurity
Senator representing Kwara South Senatorial District, Lola Ashiru, has called on the Federal Government and state governments to prioritise economic empowerment and development of border communities as a strategic approach to strengthening national security and reducing crime. Ashiru, who is also the Deputy Majority Leader of the Senate and a chieftain of the All Progressives...
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Military, Police Crack Down on Kidnappers in Edo North, Arrest 13 Suspects
Troops of the 4 Brigade of the Nigerian Army, working alongside the Nigerian Air Force, Edo State Police Command, NSCDC, and Edo State Security Corps, have launched a decisive operation against kidnappers and criminals in Edo North Senatorial District. The operation, codenamed Operation IGBO DANU 1, took place on 4 February 2026, targeting Osara Community...
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Southern Governors Condemn Kwara Killings, Demand Justice for Woro, Nuku Victims
The Southern Governors’ Forum has expressed deep shock and grief over the deadly terrorist attack on communities in Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara State, describing the incident as a barbaric assault on innocent Nigerians and a threat to the country’s unity. Chairman of the forum and Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, in a...