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A suit has been filed at the Federal High Court in Lagos State by human rights activist, Bolaji Akinyemi, challenging President Bola Tinubu's extension of Bashir Adeniyi's tenure as the Comptroller General of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS). The suit, brought under the Fundamental Rights (Enforcement
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As the devastating effects of drought continue to worsen in Somalia, the government has taken a crucial step to mitigate the crisis. Led by the Council of Ministers, a decision has been made to allocate a substantial $500,000 for humanitarian assistance in the Awdal region, a move welcomed by
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A conciliation meeting has been scheduled for Friday between the leadership of the National Association of Nigerian Nurses and Midwives and the federal government, following a seven-day warning strike by the Nurses and Midwives union over grievances on the welfare of their members. The strike, which started on Tuesday, has
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Senator Abubakar Bagudu, the Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, presented a comprehensive overview of the economic progress in northern Nigeria under President Bola Tinubu. The presentation highlighted significant increases in revenue allocation to states and local governments, a substantial reduction in domestic debt, and the implementation of bold reforms
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The British Columbia government has taken a significant step in combatting human trafficking by creating a new counter human trafficking unit (CHTU) to enhance the detection, investigation, and prosecution of human trafficking crimes. The 12-member team will work closely with police departments and other agencies to provide training, capacity, and
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Naftogaz of Ukraine NJSC has successfully transferred UAH 10.4 billion worth of dividends and corporate income tax to the state budget, fulfilling the Ukrainian government's obligations in full. This significant transfer is based on the company's 2024 performance and aligns with the Cabinet of Ministers&
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The Australian Minister for Regional Development, Local Government, and Territories, Kristy McBain, emphasized the Albanese Labor government's dedication to regional Australia in a recent speech. Stressing that regional Australians value Labor policies, McBain highlighted various initiatives by the government to support the growth and development of regional communities.
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As we approach the 2025 milestone, the world is still struggling to meet its commitments to address hunger, poverty, and sustainability. The road to 2030 is narrowing, and every delay in transforming food systems threatens to exacerbate the existing challenges. The United Nations Secretary-General emphasized the need for bold choices,
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Natural Resources Canada has announced over $21 million for nine research, development, and demonstration projects to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from commercial transportation fleets. The cutting-edge technology in these projects aims to save money and reduce emissions for businesses by improving system efficiency and making it easier to switch to
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The State Council of the People's Republic of China has taken immediate action to address the severe flooding and typhoon situation in various regions, including Beijing, Hebei, Jilin, and Shandong. Following critical instructions from General Secretary Xi Jinping and Premier Li Qiang, the State Flood Control and Drought
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The Nigerian Government has appealed to Nurses and Midwives to shelve their planned industrial action and return to the negotiation table. The Minister of Labour and Employment, Dr Muhammad Dingyadi, made the call during a meeting with the National Association of Nigerian Nurses and Midwives (NANNM). Despite the appeal, health
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The Albanese Labor government has implemented several initiatives to support Australian women, including reducing the gender pay gap and increasing women's participation in the workforce. According to Minister Catherine King, the government's efforts have led to a record low gender pay gap, with women earning $217.
