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Nigerian Government Reforms Aim for Economic Growth, Says Information Minister
Politicsvanguard-ng1mo ago

Nigerian Government Reforms Aim for Economic Growth, Says Information Minister

Nigeria's Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, stated that the federal government's ongoing reforms are strategically repositioning the nation for significant economic growth. He emphasized that these reforms are designed to address current economic challenges and foster a more robust and sustainable economy.

Politicsdhaka-tribune4mo ago

Info Minister Greets People on Pohela Boishakh

The Information Minister has extended greetings to the people of the country on the occasion of Pohela Boishakh, the Bengali New Year. This traditional message marks the celebration of a significant cultural festival.

PM Shehbaz Sharif Travels to Qatar to Offer Condolences
Worldexpress-tribune1mo ago

PM Shehbaz Sharif Travels to Qatar to Offer Condolences

Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is heading to Qatar to offer condolences following the death of the former emir. He is accompanied by Nawaz Sharif, Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar, and Information Minister Attaullah Tarar.

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Information Minister Urges Youth to Reject Fake News

An information minister has issued a call to action, encouraging young people to actively reject and combat the spread of fake news. The initiative aims to promote media literacy and critical thinking among the youth.

Governor Makinde Warns Against Weak Opposition, One-Party State
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Governor Makinde Warns Against Weak Opposition, One-Party State

Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has voiced concerns about the state of Nigeria's democracy, warning against the dangers of a weak opposition and a potential drift towards a one-party system. His remarks, some made at an Ibadan Summit, also drew criticism from the NBA regarding judiciary funding.

Nigerian President Tinubu approves N3.3 trillion plan to clear power sector debts
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Nigerian President Tinubu approves N3.3 trillion plan to clear power sector debts

President Bola Tinubu has approved a N3.3 trillion (approximately $2.2 billion) plan to clear Nigeria's power sector debts. The initiative aims to improve electricity reliability, stabilize the energy value chain, and restore investor confidence, following a review of legacy debts accumulated over a decade.

Gowon Praises Tinubu's Economic Efforts and Urges Support for Government
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Gowon Praises Tinubu's Economic Efforts and Urges Support for Government

Former Nigerian Head of State Yakubu Gowon met with President Bola Tinubu, expressing gratitude and commending the President for his efforts in leading the country and advancing Nigeria’s economic progress and national stability. Gowon urged continued support for the government.

‘No leniency’: Attaullah Tarar refutes reports of ‘deal’ offered to PTI founder Imran Khan
PoliticsDawn5mo ago

‘No leniency’: Attaullah Tarar refutes reports of ‘deal’ offered to PTI founder Imran Khan

Information Minister Attaullah Tarar on Thursday strongly rejected media speculations regarding any “deal” between the government and incarcerated PTI founder Imran Khan. In a statement shared on X, Tarar said, “There is neither any deal nor any leniency for Imran.” He added that any impression of the government granting the ex-premier concessions was “entirely false and misleading”. “Imran Khan is a criminal convicted by courts, and the reports about leniency for him are baseless,” Tarar asserted. “There is no truth in these reports.” Imran, imprisoned since August 2023, is serving a 14-year sentence at Rawalpindi’s Adiala jail in a £190 million corruption case and was months ago convicted in another case regarding state gifts. He also faces pending trials under the Anti-Terrorism Act related to the protests of May 9, 2023. On Tuesday, Parliamentary Secretary Barrister Danyal Chaudhry also denied any kind of “deal” with Imran, claiming that the latter wanted a deal and concession since day one. “We are also ready for talks, but we will not accept any blackmail in this regard. The only reason for sending Imran Khan abroad for treatment can be that, God forbid, he may be suffering from a life-threatening disease that cannot be treated here,” he had said. His statement came amid concerns raised by the PTI about the party founder’s health after a report submitted to the Supreme Court quoted him as saying he had lost partial vision in his right eye due to an ailment. In January 2026, Sanaullah, then the Prime Minister’s adviser on political affairs, had said PTI leaders were seeking dialogue with the government but Imran opposed the move. More to follow

Outgoing UK Envoy Praises Nigeria's Fiscal Reforms Under Tinubu
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Outgoing UK Envoy Praises Nigeria's Fiscal Reforms Under Tinubu

The outgoing British High Commissioner has commended Nigeria's fiscal reforms under President Tinubu, stating they are repositioning the country for long-term prosperity. Other Nigerian officials, including the Information Minister and Akume, also echoed this sentiment, emphasizing the positive impact of the reforms.

Nigerian Government Urges Media to Limit Publicity for Terrorists
PoliticsPremium Timespunch-ng1mo ago2 sources

Nigerian Government Urges Media to Limit Publicity for Terrorists

The Nigerian Federal Government has called on media leaders to stop giving extensive publicity to terrorists. The information minister urged Nigerian media outlets to remove terrorists from front pages to avoid inadvertently promoting their activities.

Ghanaian Opposition Criticizes Government's Job Creation Record
Politicsmyjoyonline2mo ago

Ghanaian Opposition Criticizes Government's Job Creation Record

Sammy Awuku, MP for Akuapem North, has accused the Mahama administration of failing to deliver on its campaign promise to create jobs for young people in Ghana. Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, former Information Minister, also urged the government to address worsening youth unemployment with effective solutions.

Nigeria's Insecurity: Minister, ACF Differ on 'State of War'
Worldvanguard-ng3mo ago

Nigeria's Insecurity: Minister, ACF Differ on 'State of War'

Nigeria's Information Minister, Mohammed Idris, asserted that the country is not at war with itself but with external enemies. This contrasts with the Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF), which declared that the nation's insecurity has escalated to a 'state of war'.

Middle East Conflict Spurs ADB Aid, DoorDash Relief, and Economic Risks
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Middle East Conflict Spurs ADB Aid, DoorDash Relief, and Economic Risks

The Middle East conflict has prompted the Asian Development Bank to mobilize financial support and DoorDash to provide gas relief, while also posing a key risk to the otherwise resilient Asia private equity market and impacting the future of the petrodollar.

Pakistan and Afghanistan Announce Eid Ceasefire
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Pakistan and Afghanistan Announce Eid Ceasefire

Pakistan and Afghanistan have announced a temporary pause in hostilities for the Islamic festival of Eid-al-Fitr, with Pakistan's Information Minister stating operations would halt from March 19 to March 23 in good faith.

PM Shehbaz in Vienna on 2-day visit; present guard of honour upon arrival at Austrian Chancellery
WorldDawn5mo ago

PM Shehbaz in Vienna on 2-day visit; present guard of honour upon arrival at Austrian Chancellery

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif began his two-day visit to Austria on Monday, during which he will hold bilateral meetings and delegation-level talks, the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) said. The premier arrived in Vienna for the two-day visit on Sunday, at the invitation of Austria’s Federal Chancellor Christian Stocker. As per a PMO statement, PM Shehbaz arrived at the Austrian Chancellery today, where he was presented with a guard of honour and welcomed by Stocker. The statement said that the national anthems of both countries were played at the arrival, and both leaders “introduced their respective delegations to each other before proceeding for tête-à-tête and the delegation-level talks, wherein both sides will take stock of the entire gamut of bilateral relations”. PM Shehbaz also penned his remarks in the guest book at the Chancellery. The premier is accompanied by Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, Information Minister Attaullah Tarar and one of his aides, Tariq Fatemi, during the two-day visit. This visit marks 70 years of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries. In its statement issued on Sunday, the Foreign Office (FO) noted that the trip marked “the first visit by a Pakistani prime minister to Austria in over three decades, the last having been undertaken by the then-prime minister Nawaz Sharif in 1992”.