The United States has urged the transitional government in Mali to honour its commitments to the Economic Community of West African States. The commitment includes holding a democratic election within…
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Kwara Gender Conference: Panelists harp on political will, seek legal, institutional reforms
· speakers hail Kwara as model for women empowerment · Gender inclusion good for growth: AbdulRazaq Mainstreaming gender inclusion in governance requires institutional and legal reforms and deliberate efforts by political leaders…
US considers two-year limit for many African student visas
Proposed new US immigration measures could leave many African students in the country having to reapply for visas in the middle of their degree courses. A plan issued by the…
Yemi Alade becomes UNDP’s newest goodwill ambassador
Nigerian singer Yemi Alade has been named as a goodwill ambassador to the United Nations Development Program. Alade’s appointment was announced via the official Twitter page of the UNDP on…
PTF on International Travellers Presenting Fake COVID-19 Results
The Presidential Task Force on COVID-19 has raised the alarm that international travellers from some specific countries, who are COVID-19 positive, have been making their way into the country by…
Why we’ve resorted to borrowing – Buhari
The President gave the explanation during a virtual meeting with members of the Presidential Economic Advisory Council (PEAC). According to a statement by the Senior Special Assistant to the President…