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Closeout: Fhi360 hands over data tools, phones, MIYCN equipments to Yobe
https://blueprint.ng/closeout-fhi360-hands-over-data-tools-phones-miycn-equipments-to-yobe/
Published: October 18, 2024 06:02
As part of the activities making the project closeout in Yobe state, Fhi360, alive and thrive Project handed over monitoring and evaluation data tools, phones IEC materials and Maternal, Infant …
Jonathan to judiciary: Your verdicts on political cases may derail democracy
https://blueprint.ng/jonathan-to-judiciary-your-verdicts-on-political-cases-may-derail-democracy/
Published: October 18, 2024 05:30
Former President Goodluck Jonathan has berated the judiciary over judgements emanating from various courts in recent times, saying they were capable of derailing the nation’s democracy. The former Nigerian leader spoke Thursday at the …
INEC preparation for Ondo guber peaks, Anambra holds Nov 2025
https://blueprint.ng/inec-preparation-for-ondo-guber-peaks-anambra-holds-nov-2025/
Published: October 18, 2024 05:28
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) Thursday announced Saturday 8th November 2025 as the date for the next Anambra state governorship election. To this end, the Commission said the …
PDP: Navigating internal crises towards 2027
https://blueprint.ng/pdp-navigating-internal-crises-towards-2027/
Published: October 18, 2024 05:27
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has a rich history that spans over two decades. Founded in 1998, the party was formed out of the opposition to General Sani Abacha’s …
Gowon, father of Nigeria’s unity – Etsu Nupe
https://blueprint.ng/gowon-father-of-nigerias-unity-etsu-nupe/
Published: October 18, 2024 05:26
Alhaji Yahaya Abubakar, the Etsu Nupe and Chairman, Niger Council of Traditional Rulers, has said former Head of State, General Yakubu Gowon, is the father of Nigeria’s unity. The …
Flurry of reactions to impeachment plot against Senate President Akpabio
https://blueprint.ng/flurry-of-reactions-to-impeachment-plot-against-senate-president-akpabio/
Published: October 18, 2024 05:23
During and after Senate plenary on Wednesday this week, a flurry of reactions followed rumoured impeachment plot against Senate President, Godswill Akpabio. TAIYE ODEWALE reports Rumoured impeachment plot Purported impeachment …
Why FG should ban importation of agro-machineries, inputs – Enang
https://blueprint.ng/why-fg-should-ban-importation-of-agro-machineries-inputs-enang/
Published: October 18, 2024 05:22
Senator Ita Enang has urged the Federal Government to prohibit the importation of agro-machineries and inputs as the country has enough mechanical engineers to manufacture the agro-machines locally. He noted …
IHVN to establish centre for HIV, public health management
https://blueprint.ng/ihvn-to-establish-centre-for-hiv-public-health-management/
Published: October 18, 2024 05:21
The Institute of Human Virology Nigeria (IHVN) is to soon establish learning and development centre for HIV and public health management. The Chief Executive Officer of IHVN, Patrick Dakum, …
CSR: Dangote Cement unveils community development initiatives in Benue community
Published: October 18, 2024 05:19
The Dangote Cement Plc Thursday unveiled a range of corporate social responsibility (CSR) scheme for its host communities in Gboko, Benue state in celebration of Global Sustainability Week. In a …
FG moots healing, reintegration process for restorative justice
https://blueprint.ng/fg-moots-healing-reintegration-process-for-restorative-justice/
Published: October 18, 2024 05:18
The federal government has again mooted healing, reparation and reintegration as a way of enhancing restorative justice and bringing offenders back into the society. The government further restated its commitment …
Zamfara women in agriculture mark World Food Day with exhibition
https://blueprint.ng/zamfara-women-in-agriculture-mark-world-food-day-with-exhibition/
Published: October 18, 2024 05:17
The Nigerian Association of Women in Agriculture (NAWIA) Zamfara state branch in collaboration with the office of the wife of the state governor, Hajiya Huriyya Dauda, has commemorated the …
Ex-Diaspora Ohanaeze president hails Otti on performance in Abia
https://blueprint.ng/ex-diaspora-ohanaeze-president-hails-otti-on-performance-in-abia/
Published: October 18, 2024 05:15
A former president of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Spain Chapter, Chief Ugochukwu Nduwuisi, has praised Abia state governor, Alex Otti’s outstanding performance in office. In a phone interview with journalists in …
Labour crisis: INEC obeys court order, recognises Abure
https://blueprint.ng/labour-crisis-inec-obeys-court-order-recognises-abure/
Published: October 18, 2024 05:13
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has finally obeyed the court order compelling it to recognise the Barrister Julius Abure leadership of the Labour Party. In a letter addressed …
Ex-deputy govs forum set to proffer solutions to Nigeria’s challenges
https://blueprint.ng/ex-deputy-govs-forum-set-to-proffer-solutions-to-nigerias-challenges/
Published: October 18, 2024 05:12
A group under the aiges of Forum for former Deputy Governors of Nigeria has stated its determination to proffer sustainable solutions to tackle myriads of socio economic problems confronting Nigeria. …
NNPP tasks FG on extreme poverty eradication
https://blueprint.ng/nnpp-tasks-fg-on-extreme-poverty-eradication/
Published: October 18, 2024 05:10
The New Nigeria’s Peoples Party has stated that the increasing rate of poverty in the country should necessitate a resetting of government policies and programmes to address the situation. …
Scrap SIECs over poor conduct of LG polls, group urges NASS
https://blueprint.ng/scrap-siecs-over-poor-conduct-of-lg-polls-group-urges-nass/
Published: October 18, 2024 05:08
A non governmental organisation, Advocate for Better Leadership and Sustainable Rural Development Initiative (ABLE SURD) has berated the State Independent Electoral Commissions (SIECs) over poor conduct of local government …
Jigawa explosion: IGP commiserates with victim’s families
https://blueprint.ng/jigawa-explosion-igp-commiserates-with-victims-families/
Published: October 18, 2024 05:04
The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun, has commiserated with families of victims of Tuesday’s tanker explosion at Majia, Taura Local Government Area of Jigawa State. Force Public Relations Officer …
Islamic clerics laud Matawalle over killing of bandits’ leader Sububu
https://blueprint.ng/islamic-clerics-laud-matawalle-over-killing-of-bandits-leader-sububu/
Published: October 18, 2024 04:39
Islamic clerics across different sects, have commended the State’s Minister of Defence, Alhaji Bello Matawalle over the recent killing of a bandit’s leader, Halilu Sububu and other members. The Islamic …
Cleric tasks health experts on empathy, holds miracle mantle crusade
https://blueprint.ng/cleric-tasks-health-experts-on-empathy-holds-miracle-mantle-crusade/
Published: October 18, 2024 04:31
An American pastor, Lincoln Wentworth Lawson, has appealed to doctors and other health workers across the globe to show empathy to patients who may not have resources to seek medical care. …
Reduce incidence of out-of-school children, Wike charges UBEC
https://blueprint.ng/reduce-incidence-of-out-of-school-children-wike-charges-ubec/
Published: October 18, 2024 04:30
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCTA), Barr Nyesom Wike, has tasked the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) to intensify actions to reduce the incidence of out-of-school children. Wike …
FG receives 846 doses of malaria vaccine to combat disease
https://blueprint.ng/fg-receives-846-doses-of-malaria-vaccine-to-combat-disease/
Published: October 18, 2024 04:28
The federal government has received 846,000 doses of malaria vaccine from development partners to reduce the country’s high incidence of the disease, especially among children and other vulnerable groups. The …
Are Customs fees affecting market prices?
https://blueprint.ng/are-customs-fees-affecting-market-prices/
Published: October 18, 2024 04:25
I recently came across an alarming article online featuring a Nigerian businessman involved in clearing and forwarding at the Apapa Tin Can Port in Lagos. In the article, the businessman …
Sanwo-Olu celebrates Oshodi’s rise to continental table tennis presidency
https://blueprint.ng/sanwo-olu-celebrates-oshodis-rise-to-continental-table-tennis-presidency/
Published: October 18, 2024 04:24
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu Thursday praised the election of Wahid Enitan Oshodi as the 6th President of the African Table Tennis Federation (ATTF) in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, on Tuesday. …
Injury knocks out Aruna from ITTF Africa Men’s Singles in Ethiopia
https://blueprint.ng/injury-knocks-out-aruna-from-ittf-africa-mens-singles-in-ethiopia/
Published: October 18, 2024 04:23
Nigeria’s Quadri Aruna has been forced to withdraw from the Men’s Singles event at the 2024 ITTF Africa Championships in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia due to a thigh injury and fatigue. …
Osimhen resumes full team training
https://blueprint.ng/osimhen-resumes-full-team-training/
Published: October 18, 2024 04:22
Victor Osimhenhas returned to full team training with Turkish champions Galatasaray after a muscle injury that has sidelined him for at least two weeks. The Napoli loanee suffered the injury …
2024 U17 Women’s World Cup: Nigeria’s Afolabi named POTM in win over New Zealand
https://blueprint.ng/2024-u17-womens-world-cup-nigerias-afolabi-named-potm-in-win-over-new-zealand/
Published: October 18, 2024 04:22
Nigeria’s Taiwo Afolabi was named Player of the Match following Flamingos’ 4-1 victory over New Zealand on Wednesday night. The number 10 bossed the midfield all day and got a …
FIFA thumbs up Abdulwahab’s wonder goal against New Zealand
https://blueprint.ng/fifa-thumbs-up-abdulwahabs-wonder-goal-against-new-zealand/
Published: October 18, 2024 04:21
World football governing body FIFA jas hailed Faridat Abdulwahab for her wonder strike in Flamingos’ win against New Zealand. The Flamingos kicked off their 2024 FIFA U-17 women’s World Cup …
U-17 Women’s World Cup: FG celebrates Nigeria’s Flamingos
https://blueprint.ng/u-17-womens-world-cup-fg-celebrates-nigerias-flamingos/
Published: October 18, 2024 04:20
The Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh, has expressed his heartfelt congratulations to Nigeria’s U-17 Women’s National Football Team, the Flamingos, for their impressive 4-1 victory over New …
Botched AFCON qualifier: Nigeria, Libya to know fate October 22
https://blueprint.ng/botched-afcon-qualifier-nigeria-libya-to-know-fate-october-22/
Published: October 18, 2024 04:19
A decision by Confederation of African Football (CAF) on the botched 2025 AFCON qualifier between the Super Eagles and Libya in Benina will likely be known on Tuesday, October 22, …
NPFL: Rivers United reclaim top spot
https://blueprint.ng/npfl-rivers-united-reclaim-top-spot/
Published: October 18, 2024 04:19
Rivers United continued their impressive runs in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) after defeating Shooting Stars 2-0 at Port-Harcourt while league leaders Remo Stars fell to Plateau United by …
Intermodal transport key to unlocking maritime industry potentials – Oyetola
https://blueprint.ng/intermodal-transport-key-to-unlocking-maritime-industry-potentials-oyetola/
Published: October 18, 2024 04:18
The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Mr Adegboyega Oyetola on Thursday reiterated the need for the development of the country’s intermodal transportation system which he said is key to …
Cardoso highlights potential benefits of naira’s sharp depreciation
https://blueprint.ng/cardoso-highlights-potential-benefits-of-nairas-sharp-depreciation/
Published: October 18, 2024 04:17
At the Nigerian Economic Summit in Abuja, Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor Yemi Cardoso highlighted the potential benefits of the naira’s sharp depreciation, framing it as a unique opportunity …
Foreign interest in Nigerian treasury bills soar
https://blueprint.ng/foreign-interest-in-nigerian-treasury-bills-soar/
Published: October 18, 2024 04:16
Foreign investors have flocked to Nigerian treasury bills in the first half of 2024, as rising yields fueled by aggressive monetary tightening made these short-term instruments the leading contributor to …
SEC committed to secure, resilient digital environment – DG
https://blueprint.ng/sec-committed-to-secure-resilient-digital-environment-dg/
Published: October 18, 2024 04:15
The Director General of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC., Dr. Emomotimi Agama, has said that the Commission is dedicated to playing its part in creating a secure, resilient digital …
Lessons from the Majiya tanker tragedy
https://blueprint.ng/lessons-from-the-majiya-tanker-tragedy/
Published: October 18, 2024 04:14
The fuel tanker explosion that occurred in Majiya town in Taura Local Government Area of Jigawa State around midnight last Tuesday, October 15, 2024, couldn’t have been worse. The …
EFCC, NAPTIP join forces against money laundering
https://blueprint.ng/efcc-naptip-join-forces-against-money-laundering/
Published: October 18, 2024 04:13
The Executive Chairman, Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Mr Ola Olukoyede, has expressed the readiness of the Commission to work closely with the National Agency for the Prohibition of …
Jigawa inferno: NSIB launches investigation
https://blueprint.ng/jigawa-inferno-nsib-launches-investigation/
Published: October 18, 2024 04:12
Investigation body, the Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB), disclosed that it commenced investigation to unravel the immediate causes of the tragic accident when a petrol tanker exploded at Majia town, …
Sizeable number of illicit weapons in circulation originally belonged to govt – Ribadu
Published: October 18, 2024 04:00
The National Security Adviser (NSA), Mallam Nuhu Ribadu has said that a sizable number of illicit weapons in circulation originally belong to the Federal Government. He said the weapons …
CNG powered-vehicle explodes in Edo
https://blueprint.ng/cng-powered-vehicle-explodes-in-edo/
Published: October 18, 2024 03:58
A Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) powered Audi car, Thursday, exploded at the NIPCO filling station located at Eyaen in Uhunwode local government area of Edo state. Three persons were reportedly …
Ericsson to build $19m tech hub in Nigeria
https://blueprint.ng/ericsson-to-build-19m-tech-hub-in-nigeria/
Published: October 18, 2024 03:56
The Managing Director of Ericsson Nigeria, Mr Peter Olusoji Ogundele, said Thursday that the company would build a $19 million technology hub in Nigeria. Ogundele said this at a business …
Oyo: ALGON Forum 68 in support of LG autonomy – Chairman
https://blueprint.ng/oyo-algon-forum-68-in-support-of-lg-autonomy-chairman/
Published: October 18, 2024 03:55
Chairman of ALGON Forum 68 in Oyo state, Prince Ayodeji Abas-Aleshinloye on Thursday said the forum is fully in support of local government autonomy as fundamental necessity to grassroots …
Excitement as NIGCOMSAT pledges support to NYSC TV
https://blueprint.ng/excitement-as-nigcomsat-pledges-support-to-nysc-tv/
Published: October 18, 2024 03:53
The Director General of National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Brigadier General YD Ahmed has expressed appreciation to the Nigerian Communication Satellite (NigComSat) under the leadership of its Managing Director, Engineer …
Alia awards Awajir-Oju road contract to China Gezhouba Group
https://blueprint.ng/alia-awards-awajir-oju-road-contract-to-china-gezhouba-group/
Published: October 18, 2024 03:52
Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue has awarded the contract for the rehabilitation of the deplorable Awajir-Oju road, raising excitement among the people of Oju and Konshisha local government areas of …
Gyang felicitates with General Gowon @ 90
https://blueprint.ng/gyang-felicitates-with-general-gowon-90/
Published: October 18, 2024 03:51
The former Head of State, General Yakubu Gowon (GCFR) has been described as a true symbol of national unity and integration by Arch. Pam Dung Gyang. In a statement issued …
Nigeria: Chinese company to invest $300m in steel development – Official
https://blueprint.ng/nigeria-chinese-company-to-invest-300m-in-steel-development-official/
Published: October 18, 2024 03:50
The Minister of Steel Development, Prince Shaibu Audu, has received a delegation of Chinese company, Inner Galaxy Steel Company Limited which has committed itself to investing about $300 million to …
Yobe government sets up committee on new national minimum wage
https://blueprint.ng/yobe-government-sets-up-committee-on-new-national-minimum-wage/
Published: October 18, 2024 03:48
Yobe state Governor, Mai Mala Buni, has approved the constitution of a 10-man committee on the new National Minimum wage recently approved by the federal government. The committee to be …
Ball returns after nearly 3 years out injured
https://blueprint.ng/ball-returns-after-nearly-3-years-out-injured/
Published: October 17, 2024 20:34
NBA star Lonzo Ball made his first appearance in almost three years after recovering from multiple knee surgeries. Chicago Bulls point guard Ball scored 10 points in 15 minutes in …
Atletico won’t sell tickets to some fans for next five away games – Official
https://blueprint.ng/atletico-wont-sell-tickets-to-some-fans-for-next-five-away-games-official/
Published: October 17, 2024 20:32
Atletico Madrid have decided not to sell tickets to some of their supporters for the team’s next five away games in all competitions after sanctions from UEFA and the Spanish …
Boulter knocked out of Ningbo Open by Maia
https://blueprint.ng/boulter-knocked-out-of-ningbo-open-by-maia/
Published: October 17, 2024 20:31
British number one Katie Boulter has been knocked out of the Ningbo Open in straight sets by Beatriz Haddad Maia. World number 10 Haddad Maia completed a 7-6 (7-2) 7-5 …
Yarde targets Buatsi fight after lay-off
https://blueprint.ng/yarde-targets-buatsi-fight-after-lay-off/
Published: October 17, 2024 20:29
Anthony Yarde says he wants to fight Joshua Buatsi or Artur Beterbiev in the near future as he prepares to make his return to the ring on Saturday. The light-heavyweight …
Premier League VAR errors down 80% – referees’ chief
https://blueprint.ng/premier-league-var-errors-down-80-referees-chief/
Published: October 17, 2024 20:28
Referees’ chief Howard Webb says there has been an 80% reduction in the number of video assistant referee (VAR) errors this season. It has now been five years since VAR …
Tennis: Swiatek appoints Osaka’s former coach Fissette
https://blueprint.ng/tennis-swiatek-appoints-osakas-former-coach-fissette/
Published: October 17, 2024 20:26
World number one Iga Swiatek says she is “very excited” to get to work with Wim Fissette after appointing the Belgian as her new coach. Swiatek, 23, parted ways with Tomasz …
Bauchi govt debunks dissolution of scholarship board
https://blueprint.ng/bauchi-govt-debunks-dissolution-of-scholarship-board/
Published: October 17, 2024 20:25
The Bauchi state government has debunked social media report on the dissolution of the management of the State Scholarship Board. A press statement issued to journalists in Bauchi and …
Zulum shocked over tragic Jigawa tanker explosion
https://blueprint.ng/zulum-shocked-over-tragic-jigawa-tanker-explosion/
Published: October 17, 2024 20:24
Borno state governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, has expressed shock over the tragic tanker explosion that killed over 105 people in Majiya village, Taura local government area of Jigawa state, …
Gen. Gowon an icon of Nigeria’s unity – Etsu Nupe
https://blueprint.ng/gen-gowon-an-icon-of-nigerias-unity-etsu-nupe/
Published: October 17, 2024 20:23
The Etsu Nupe and Chairman, Niger Council of Traditional Rulers, Alhaji Yahaya Abubakar, has described former Head of State,Ndigbo calls for Nnamdi Kanu’s release (1) Yakubu Gowon as the …
Borno flood: Remi Tinubu donates additional N250m to 5,000 women
https://blueprint.ng/borno-flood-remi-tinubu-donates-additional-n250m-to-5000-women/
Published: October 17, 2024 20:22
First Lady Senator Oluremi Bola Tinubu has again donated a cash support of N250 million t to 5000 women affected by the recent flood disaster in Maiduguri, Borno state. …
Service of songs: Sanwo-Olu, Anyaoku, others extol Inwuayanwu’s virtues
https://blueprint.ng/service-of-songs-sanwo-olu-anyaoku-others-extol-inwuayanwus-virtues/
Published: October 17, 2024 20:20
Lagos state governor, Sanwo-Olu, and other notable dignitaries at the service of songs for the late Chief Emmanuel Inwuayanwu have lauded the exemplary life style of the publisher of Champion …
Ex –Delta SSG, pension boss emerge Integrity Group’s elders council chair, patron
https://blueprint.ng/ex-delta-ssg-pension-boss-emerge-integrity-groups-elders-council-chair-patron/
Published: October 17, 2024 20:06
A former Secretary to the Delta State Government (SSG), Mr. Simeon Efenudu on Thursday emerged as the chairman Elders Council of the Integrity Group in the state. Also, the chairman …
Kwara hotel renovation: Court strikes out Crystal Group’s case against KWSG
https://blueprint.ng/kwara-hotel-renovation-court-strikes-out-crystal-groups-case-against-kwsg/
Published: October 17, 2024 20:05
An Ilorin High Court has struck out a case instituted against the Kwara state government by the Hon. Moshood Mustapha-owned Crystal Group of Companies Limited over the remodelling of the …
Tinubu inaugurates Federal University of Education, Kontagora
https://blueprint.ng/tinubu-inaugurates-federal-university-of-education-kontagora/
Published: October 17, 2024 20:02
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu Wednesday inaugurated the Federal University of Education in Kontagora, urging students to take advantage of the students’ loan scheme in order to overcome financial constraints. …
FAWE fetes female students on international day of the girl-child
https://blueprint.ng/fawe-fetes-female-students-on-international-day-of-the-girl-child/
Published: October 17, 2024 20:01
The Forum for African Women Educationalists (FAWE) Lagos chapter, Thursday, highlighted the unique challenges and opportunities that girls encounter at a special programme organised to mark the International Day of …
Over 500,000 children unregistered in Kaduna – UNICEF
https://blueprint.ng/over-500000-children-unregistered-in-kaduna-unicef/
Published: October 17, 2024 19:59
United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund, (UNICEF) has revealed that over 500,000 children under the age of five remain unregistered in Kaduna state, raising concerns about the state’s birth registration …
Nigerian-British body builder’s victory, trump of dedication – Dabiri-Erewa
https://blueprint.ng/nigerian-british-body-builders-victory-trump-of-dedication-dabiri-erewa/
Published: October 17, 2024 19:58
The Chairman/CEO of Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM), Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has congratulated Nigerian-British bodybuilder, Samson Dauda, for winning the 2024 Mr Olympia bodybuilding title, securing more than $600,000, the …
Gov. Alia’s revival mission in Benue
https://blueprint.ng/gov-alias-revival-mission-in-benue/
Published: October 17, 2024 19:56
The Governor of Benue State, Reverend Father Hyacinth Alia, can be rightly said to be on a revival mission in the state. Like other states, politics and political affairs generate …
At business forum in Sweden: Shettima woos investors to Nigeria
https://blueprint.ng/at-business-forum-in-sweden-shettima-woos-investors-to-nigeria/
Published: October 17, 2024 19:51
Vice President Kashim Shettima Thursday in Sweden wooed investors to Nigeria’s growing conducive business environment. Speaking at Epicenter, Stockholm, where he is currently on a two-day working visit, said Nigeria …
Senate move to legalise trade agreements between big firms, SMEs
https://blueprint.ng/senate-move-to-legalise-trade-agreements-between-big-firms-smes/
Published: October 17, 2024 18:33
The Senate Thursday passed for second reading, a bill seeking for an act to create legal framework for any transaction involving large corporations and the Small and Medium scale Enterprises …
Zungeru bridge on verge of collapse, Senate raises alarm, democracy
https://blueprint.ng/zungeru-bridge-on-verge-of-collapse-senate-raises-alarm-democracy/
Published: October 17, 2024 18:32
The Senate Thursday raised the alarm over imminent collapse of Zungeru bridge in Niger state. It accordingly called on the Ministry of Works and the Federal Roads Maintenance Agency (FERMA) …
Abuja-Keffi expressway: FG set to implement cashless tolling system
https://blueprint.ng/abuja-keffi-expressway-fg-set-to-implement-cashless-tolling-system/
Published: October 17, 2024 18:31
As part of measures of the Renewed Hope administration to revolutionise road infrastructure development and stimulate economic growth, the Minister of Works, Engr. Nweze David Umahi, has inaugurated a committee …
Infrastructure: ICRC to develop PPP investment catalogue for MDAs
https://blueprint.ng/infrastructure-icrc-to-develop-ppp-investment-catalogue-for-mdas/
Published: October 17, 2024 18:04
The Infrastructure Concession Regulatory Commission (ICRC) says it is developing a Public Private Partnership (PPP) investment catalogue for Ministries Departments and Agencies (MDAs) of government, to advise them on opportunities …
Senate passes vote of confidence on Akpabio, Barau, others
https://blueprint.ng/senate-passes-vote-of-confidence-on-akpabio-barau-others/
Published: October 17, 2024 18:02
Twenty four hours after refuting report on an alleged impeachment plot against its President, Senator Godswill Akpabio, the Senate, Thursday, passed votes of confidence on him and the entire …
Nigeria to take delivery of anticipated malaria vaccines
https://blueprint.ng/nigeria-to-take-delivery-of-anticipated-malaria-vaccines/
Published: October 17, 2024 18:01
Nigeria is set to receive its first consignment of the highly anticipated malaria vaccines on Thursday, marking a significant step in the country’s fight against one of its deadliest diseases. …
Reps seek higher budget for Bureau of Public Procurement
https://blueprint.ng/reps-seek-higher-budget-for-bureau-of-public-procurement/
Published: October 17, 2024 18:00
With over 800 miniseries, departments and agencies (MDAs) to scrutinise, the House of Representatives has called for an upward review of the budgetary allocation to the Bureau of Public Procurement …
World Poverty Eradication Day: FG implementing programmes to improve lives of Nigerians – Enitan
Published: October 17, 2024 17:59
In celebration of the 2024 International Day for the Eradication of Poverty, the federal government has said it is implementing a broad range of programs aimed at improving the …
Obaseki presents Otuo monarch Alabi staff of office
https://blueprint.ng/obaseki-presents-otuo-monarch-alabi-staff-of-office/
Published: October 17, 2024 17:58
Edo state governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has presented a staff of office to the 25th Ovie of Otuo community, HRM Godfrey Aigbogun Alabi, Uzoyare II. The colourful ceremony which held …
T-Pain or T-Hope – World Bank lauds Tinubu’s reforms
https://blueprint.ng/t-pain-or-t-hope-world-bank-lauds-tinubus-reforms/
Published: October 17, 2024 17:58
It is no longer news that President Bola Tinubu, who promised Nigerians a renewed hope, is now being referred to as “T Pain” by many in less than two years …
NPC: Nasarawa targets189, 000 birth registration in 2024
https://blueprint.ng/npc-nasarawa-targets189-000-birth-registration-in-2024/
Published: October 17, 2024 17:57
The National Population Commission (NPC) in collaboration with the National Orientation Agency (NOA) said it has modernised the Civil Registration and Vital Statistics (CRVS) system to improve its registration rate, …
CNG car explosion injures three in Edo
https://blueprint.ng/cng-car-explosion-injures-three-in-edo/
Published: October 17, 2024 17:57
Three persons sustained various degrees of injuries in an explosion at the NIPCO filling station at Eyean community in Benin-Auchi road, Uhunmwonde Local Government Area of Edo State. Blueprint reports …
INEC announces date Anambra governorship election, gives update on Ondo
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Published: October 17, 2024 17:55
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Thursday announced Saturday 8th November 2025 as the date for the next Anambra state governorship election. To this end, the commission said …
WPED: Humanitarian Affairs ministry speaks on programmes to improve lives of Nigerians
Published: October 17, 2024 17:54
In celebration of the 2024 International Day for the Eradication of Poverty, the federal government has said it is implementing a broad range of programs aimed at improving the quality …
The life of a snail
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Published: October 17, 2024 17:41
Snail, as the name sounds slow when pronounced, is one of the slowest ground animals. Snails are fragile and sensitive, so whenever you touch them you might find out that …
Turji and dialogue as end to banditry
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Published: October 17, 2024 17:30
Nigeria’s North-west zone is grappling with a debilitating banditry crisis, leaving thousands displaced, kidnapped, or killed. The zone’s instability has dire consequences for national economic growth and human rights. Amidst …
INEC: Between progress and criticism
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Published: October 17, 2024 17:25
My recent article on the need for political parties to introspect and reform, following the Edo governorship election, has sparked a lot of interest and reactions. In that intervention, I …
Tunji-Ojo’s reforms: Modernise Correctional Service
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Published: October 17, 2024 17:21
Hon. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, Minister of Interior, has strongly refuted claims of complacency and highlighted significant strides made under his leadership to reform and modernise the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS). Since …
Elections by INEC or by SIECs
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Published: October 17, 2024 17:16
It is my view that the best way to improve elections at all levels in Nigeria is to make the use of technology compulsory rather than optional; all our electoral …
Impact of floods on Nigeria’s food security
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Published: October 17, 2024 17:14
Nigeria with its vast arable land, economic endowment, and growing population is still battling with food insecurity which has resulted in malnutrition, death, rural-urban migration, and an increase in social …
20 years of EFCC, poor CPI rating: Time to scrap agency ?
https://blueprint.ng/20-years-of-efcc-poor-cpi-rating-time-to-scrap-agency/
Published: October 17, 2024 17:11
Nigeria returned to a democratic rule in 1999, ushering in a new dawn of crusade and efforts against corruption in Nigeria. Corruption has made it extremely impossible for citizens to …
Corruption allegation: Who is the mole in NBTE?
https://blueprint.ng/corruption-allegation-who-is-the-mole-in-nbte/
Published: October 17, 2024 16:58
I read a viral story about a petition in the national dailies, written by a former Director of Human Resource, National Board for Technical Education (NBTE), Lawal Y. Hafiz. It …
Nigeria and World Day for the Eradication of Poverty
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Published: October 17, 2024 16:47
The International Day for the Eradication of Poverty, observed on October 17 every year, provides an opportunity to reflect on the plight of the poor, marginalised, and vulnerable populations around …
North-East APC stakeholders back Tinubu over retention of $37bn foreign reserve
Published: October 17, 2024 16:35
The North-east All progressives Congress (APC) youths stakeholders forum have applauded President Bola Ahmed Tinubu o er the sustenance of $37 billion as the country’s foreign reserve. The stakeholders forum …
Breaking: JAMB makes U-turn, gives varsities conditions to admit 16-year-old students
Published: October 17, 2024 16:23
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has said tertiary institutions can admit 16-year old students for the 2024/2025 academic session “so long as the standards set by the institution …
Emir of Machina appeals for support to Maiduguri, Jere flood disaster victims
https://blueprint.ng/emir-of-machina-appeals-for-support-to-maiduguri-jere-flood-disaster-victims/
Published: October 17, 2024 16:01
The 77th Emir of Machina in Yobe state, Mai Machinama, Alhaji Dr. Bashir Albashir Bukar has commiserated with the federal government, the Borno state government and the Shehu of Borno …
Leadership dispute: Defendants allege bias, want judge to hands off case
https://blueprint.ng/leadership-dispute-defendants-allege-bias-want-judge-to-hands-off-case/
Published: October 17, 2024 16:00
Defendants in the ensuing leadership crisis rocking the Staff Multipurpose Cooperative society of the Nigeria National Petroleum Company (NNPC), Thursday, alleged bias in the ongoing matter, asking the presiding judge …
Land tussle: Court issues order against Abuja firm
https://blueprint.ng/land-tussle-court-issues-order-against-abuja-firm/
Published: October 17, 2024 15:57
A High Court of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Thursday ordered a substituted service of Writ of Summons against an Abuja-based firm, Kafak Enterprises Limited, involved in a legal battle …
‘Misappropriation of funds, insecurity’: Concerned Bauchi indigenes launch protest against Bala Mohammed
Published: October 17, 2024 15:45
A group, under the aegis of Concerned Indigenes of Bauchi State (CIBS), Thursday, stormed Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to stage a peaceful protest against Governor Bala Mohammed. Recall …
PDP mourns victims of Jigawa tanker explosion, demands probe
https://blueprint.ng/pdp-mourns-victims-of-jigawa-tanker-explosion-demands-probe/
Published: October 17, 2024 15:41
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Thursday commiserated with the people of Jigawa state over the tragic petrol tanker explosion that resulted in the death of over 150 Nigerians. Blueprint recalled …
Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi: Tinubu celebrates Ooni of Ife at 50
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Published: October 17, 2024 15:38
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated Nigerian, the people and chiefs of Ile-Ife and the global Yoruba community in commemorating the 50th birthday of the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye …
‘Nigeria will work under Tinubu’, Erelu leads 120,000 to APC
https://blueprint.ng/nigeria-will-work-under-tinubu-erelu-leads-120000-to-apc/
Published: October 17, 2024 15:34
Over 120,000 thousands new members, Thursday, joined the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) at the national secretariat of the party in Abuja, declaring that the country will work under the …
NAF airlifts relief materials donated to Borno flood victims by First Lady Oluremi
Published: October 17, 2024 14:56
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has airlifted relief supplies donated by the First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, under the Renewed Hope Initiative to victims …
SWOFON wants gender sensitive approaches to climate change adaptation, others
https://blueprint.ng/swofon-wants-gender-sensitive-approaches-to-climate-change-adaptation-others/
Published: October 17, 2024 13:50
Smallscale Women Farmers Organization in Nigeria (SWOFON) has called on the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) to promote gender-sensitive approaches to climate change adaptation and resilience-building, recognizing the differential impacts …
Don Jazzy donates N100m to VeryDarkMan
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Published: October 17, 2024 13:42
Nigerian record producer and music executive, Michael Collins Ajereh, popularly known as Don Jazzy, has donated the sum of N100 million to the NGO of controversial self-styled activist, Martins Otse, …
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