Osinbajo Highlights FG’s Interventions in Healthcare, Education, Others

EducationHealthNigeriaOsinbajo Highlights FG’s Interventions in Healthcare, Education, Others

PilotnewsMay 29, 2021

ABUJA — Vice President Yemi Osinbajo says the Federal Government has, over the years, deployed significant resources to address challenges in education and healthcare. He said that the Federal Government was committed to addressing human capital development and related issues in the country with the same zeal it showed in the implementation of the Social Investment Programmes. Osinbajo’s spokesman, Laolu Akande, in a statement on Saturday in Abuja, said the vice president virtually-delivered a keynote...

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Houston’s Mayor Joins Other Dignitaries to Commemorate 4th Annual Africa Day Reception (Spectacular Photos)

AfricaNewsRegionsHouston’s Mayor Joins Other Dignitaries to Commemorate 4th Annual Africa Day Reception (Spectacular Photos)

PilotnewsMay 28, 2021

May 27, 2021, the Houston’s Mayor Sylvester Turner joined other dignitaries to commemorate the 4th Annual Africa Day Reception. This is the only event held annually to strengthen ties between the city of Houston and the local African community. Organizers say by re-connecting, this event allows a cultural exchange and supports global understanding. Attended by Ambassadors of most African countries, The Africa Day Reception is part of a series of events in observance of Africa...

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U.S. Push for a Global Clean Energy Transition Can Start in Africa

AfricaOpinionPowerUnited StatesU.S. Push for a Global Clean Energy Transition Can Start in Africa

PilotnewsMay 28, 2021

By Kattie Auth, Todd Moss, and Rose Mutiso   The new U.S. Climate Finance Plan aims to double contributions to climate funding for developing countries. A renewed emphasis on emerging economies is good news for the climate, but in presenting support as “protecting the world’s poorest” and helping “communities in need,” the plan reflects old thinking. Climate finance is not charity to help the vulnerable or an incentive to reduce emissions. It is a rare...

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May 27: How COVID-19 Exposed Nigeria’s Annual Children’s Day

ColumnsCoronavirusNigeriaOpinionMay 27: How COVID-19 Exposed Nigeria’s Annual Children’s Day

PilotnewsMay 27, 2021

“Till now, the disruption created by the pandemic has not been fully reverted.” ―Ebuka Onyekwelu Today is Children’s day in Nigeria, as it has been every other year since the recognition of May 27 as Children’s day in 1964. But this time, something different is happening as the pandemic has defiantly canceled all celebrations connected to the fanfare that ordinarily characterize today’s commemoration of Nigerian kids. And just maybe, this time the new normal has...

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OPINION: Secrecy and Conspiracy Theories Surround Nigerian Plane Crashes

Accidents and SafetyCrime & SecurityOPINION: Secrecy and Conspiracy Theories Surround Nigerian Plane Crashes

PilotnewsMay 27, 2021

By John Campbell, Guest Columnist and Blogger   The plane crash May 21 killing Chief of Army Staff General Ibrahim Attahiru and all passengers and crew aboard is the fourth air tragedy in the past five months involving Nigeria Air Force aircraft. Initially, few details on the most recent crash were released, allowing conspiracy theories and falsely claimed videos of the crash to emerge on social media. The opposition Peoples Democratic Party caucus in the National Assembly called for a thorough investigation of...

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Insecurity Poses Challenge To Nigeria’s Nationhood- Buhari

National SecurityNewsNigeriaInsecurity Poses Challenge To Nigeria’s Nationhood- Buhari

Hassan Umar Shallpella (Regional Correspondent)May 27, 2021

President Muhammadu Buhari in Abuja on Wednesday at a Special Summit says insecurity is challenging the foundation of Nigeria’s nationhood. The Special Summit on National Security with a theme: ‘Strengthening National Security. Comprehensive Assessment and Generating Innovative All-Encompassing Solutions.’ was organized by the Special Committee of the House of Representatives on National Security. Buhari noted that terrorism, political conflicts, racism, and other forms of criminal activities continued to threaten economic development, peace and security in...

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OPINION: Nigerian Terrorist Abubakar Shekau: Dead or Alive—and Does it Matter?

Boko HaramColumnsNigeriaOpinionOPINION: Nigerian Terrorist Abubakar Shekau: Dead or Alive—and Does it Matter?

PilotnewsMay 26, 2021

By John Campbell, Guest Columnist and Blogger   Multiple Nigerian media outlets reported last week that Boko Haram leader Abubakar Shekau has died or been mortally wounded in a confrontation with fighters from the Islamic State in West Africa (ISWA), a group that separated from Shekau’s Boko Haram in 2016. The Nigerian government has not confirmed the reports and is investigating. The caution is well-placed: Shekau has been reported dead at least four times since he became the leader of Boko Haram in 2009 following the...

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Anambra Gubernatorial Election: Logical Appraisal of APGA’s Preparedness

Anambra ElectionsColumnsOpinionAnambra Gubernatorial Election: Logical Appraisal of APGA’s Preparedness

PilotnewsMay 25, 2021

“APGA aspirants who have not seen forms to buy are fighting even though they do not know if they will eventually participate in the primary.” ―Ebuka Onyekwelu So far, the All Progressive Grand Alliance –APGA, has remained the only major political party going to participate in the November gubernatorial election in Anambra state, which has not sold nomination and expression of interest forms to any of its aspirants. The People’s Democratic Party –PDP has since...

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CBN Devalues Naira, Adopt NAFEX

EconomyMoneyNigeriaCBN Devalues Naira, Adopt NAFEX

Beloved John (Staff Writer)May 25, 2021

Naira now stands at 410.25 for a dollar with the adoption of the Nigerian Autonomous Foreign Exchange (NAFEX) rate — weakening by 8 percent. The adoption of NAFEX by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN)  implies that the official exchange rate will be determined by the relatively flexible window. The CBN had introduced the I&E window in 2017 to improve foreign exchange market mechanisms, deepen market liquidity, and ensure prompt execution and settlement of all...

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FG Declares 90 Travelers from India, Turkey, Brazil Wanted

CoronavirusTravelFG Declares 90 Travelers from India, Turkey, Brazil Wanted

Bada Yusuf Amoo (Correspondent)May 24, 2021

The Presidential Steering Committee (PSC) on COVID-19 has declared 90 travelers wanted. They wanted travelers included Nigerians and foreigners, who were described as dangers to public health. In a statement by the Chairman of the PSC and the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Boss Mustapha, the Committee maintained that the 90 persons, who were currently at large, had violated the guidelines issued for travelers entering Nigeria from India, Turkey, and Brazil. After...

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