Economy

FG remains committed to job creation – Lai Mohammed

By Web News 724

Minister of Information, Culture and Tourism, Alhaji Lai Mohammed has reiterated the federal government’s commitment to providing, more job opportunities for youths.

Alhaji Mohammed stated this at a news conference in Abuja.


He said it became imperative to make life more meaningful for Nigerian youths for peaceful coexistence.


The minister was also optimistic that, security challenges in the country would be a thing of the past, as the federal government was not relenting in tackling the issue.


Lara Ayoade

Economy

Residents Express Mixed Reactions over N Power

By Web News 855

The N Power intervention programme has achieved its sole objective of reducing poverty among the middle class through technical skills training and quality job placement. 

Some residents of Oyo state in an interview with Radio Nigeria appealed to President Muhammadu Buhari’s administration to expand the scope of the programme. 

In this report, our correspondent Mosope Kehinde samples people’s perception on the N Power programme.

Mosope Kehinde

News

FG Declares Friday, June 12 as Public Holiday

By Web News 756

The Federal Government has declared Friday, June 12, 2020 as public holiday to mark this year’s Democracy Day Celebration.

The Minister of Interior, Rauf Aregbesola who made the declaration congratulated all Nigerians at home and abroad for the entrenchment of democratic rule in the country.

He commended the heroes of democracy for their dogged determination and sacrifice which eventually birthed Democratic Governance in Nigeria.

Aregbesola called on all Nigerians to continue to cherish the selfless efforts and collaborate with the President Muhammadu Buhari-led Administration to ensure the realization of the democratic ideals which these Patriots fought for, even at the cost of their lives.

The Minister, who reassured Nigerians of the Federal Government’s commitment to battling the scourge of COVID-19 with the cooperation of all Nigerians, advised them further, to take responsibility for stopping the spread of the virus.

He reiterated the need for all Nigerians to stay safe by observing physical and social distancing, personal and respiratory hygiene, as well as other regulations issued by relevant authorities.

He wishes all Nigerians at home and abroad a Happy Democracy Day Celebration.

Signed

Georgina Ehuriah, MON, NPOM

Permanent Secretary,

Ministry of Interior

June 8, 2020