Author: The Snooth

FG fails to release $700m cabotage fund, 9 months after

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The Federal Government of Nigeria has failed to release the $700 million Cabotage Vessel Financing Fund (CVFF) despite the expiration of its disbursement deadline. Established to support indigenous shipowners and foster the growth of the nation’s maritime sector, the CVFF has remained dormant for months, causing considerable frustration among industry stakeholders. The Cabotage Vessel Financing Fund (CVFF) was introduced to support the development of indigenous shipping capacity by assisting Nigerian shipowners in acquiring vessels for domestic coastal trade. The fund is derived from a 2% surcharge on all cabotage contracts…

BIGG Board of Trustees Congratulates Lt. Gen. Abdulrahman Bello Dambazau (Rtd), CFR, Ph.D (Baraden Kano) on His Ambassadorial Nomination.

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The Board of Trustees (BOT) of the BAT Initiative for Good Governance (BIGG) proudly extends its profound congratulations to Lt. General Abdulrahman Bello Dambazau (Rtd), CFR, Ph.D (Baraden Kano) Founder and National Chairman of BIGG on his honorable nomination as Ambassador by the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, His Excellency Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR. General Dambazau’s nomination stands as a powerful affirmation of his lifelong commitment to Nigeria, his distinguished statesmanship, and his unparalleled strategic vision. His vast contributions to national development, governance, diplomacy, and security continue…

Banditry: Noose tightens around Turji

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The army appears to be closing in on notorious bandit commander, Bello Turji, who has been terrorising Sokoto State and its environs. This follows the killing of one his allies, Kachalla Kallamu. Daily Trust gathered that troops of the 8 Division of the Nigerian Army killed the notorious bandit commander, Kachalla Kallamu, during a major offensive operation in Sabon Birni Local Government Area of Sokoto State. A reliable military source, who confirmed the development on Wednesday, said the operation was carried out in collaboration with local vigilante groups in the…

Tinubu-Barau Support Groups Coalition Congratulates Lt Gen  AB Dambazau (Rtd) (Baraden Kano) on His Ambassadorial Nomination

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The Tinubu-Barau Support Groups Coalition, under the esteemed leadership of its National Coordinator and Convener, Hon. Dr. Hafiz Sani Lima, extends its warmest congratulations to Lt. General Abdulrahman Bello Dambazau (Rtd), CFR, Ph.D (Baraden Kano) former Chief of Army Staff and former Minister of Interior on his nomination for ambassadorial appointment by the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, His Excellency Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR. General Dambazau is a renowned statesman whose national service and professional record speak volumes. As Chief of Army Staff, he was pivotal in…

LT. GEN. AB DAMBAZAU — A SYMBOL OF HOPE, UNITY, PROSPERITY AND TRANSFORMATION FOR NIGERIA

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The recent nomination of Lt. Gen. Abdulrahman Bello Dambazau (Rtd), CFR, PhD, as Ambassador-designate has sparked more than celebration, but ignited renewed hope, unity, trust and confidence across Kano State and beyond. To many, he stands as ever a symbol of aspiration, integrity & national renewed hope.Lt. General Dambazau also bears the traditional title of Baraden Kano, a unique title in the heritage of Kano Emirate specially reserved for a person deeply trusted to protect, and safeguard the norms & values of the emirate including welfare of the people.As Baraden…

NACCIMA Appoints New National Coordinator for NYE Board

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NACCIMA Appoints New National Coordinator for NYE Board The Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (NACCIMA) has announced the appointment of Dr. Sameera Abubakar Abdullahi from Kano State as the new National Coordinator of the NACCIMA Youth Entrepreneurs (NYE) Board. Dr. Sameera Abdullahi, from Kano State, will lead the NYE Board alongside other elected officers, including Chinedu J. Aniagboso (Anambra State) as Deputy National Coordinator, Prince Lawal Obelawo Dare Isaac (Osun State) as National Secretary, and Abubakar Saulawa (Kaduna State) as National Publicity Secretary. The appointment,…

ATA/Barau Movement Launches Online Membership Registration Portal

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE ATA/Barau Movement Launches Online Membership Registration Portal The ATA/Barau Movement is pleased to announce the launch of its online membership registration portal, a significant milestone in our efforts to promote inclusivity, transparency, and grassroots participation. This initiative marks a new chapter in our journey to empower communities and promote collective progress. As the National Secretary of the ATA/Barau Movement, I invite all interested individuals to register and join our growing family. The registration process is designed to be user-friendly and accessible to all. Members of the public…

ChatGPT AI bot adds shopping to its powers

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Overwhelmed by online shopping? Maybe a robot can help. The viral ChatGPT bot is adding shopping features to its powers, extending the reach of its artificial intelligence (AI) into an area traditionally dominated by media sites and tech rivals such as Amazon and Google. It said the update would allow users to see prices and reviews more easily, as well as find direct links to purchase personalised product recommendations. Parent company OpenAI said its selections would be “chosen independently and are not ads”. The company, which sparked the frenzy over…

Abia, Kano, Ebonyi Lead In Senior Secondary School Students’ Dropouts.

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In recent times, the challenge of children dropping out of school has continued to generate serious concern as it increases the number of out-of-school children in the country. Reports have indicated that students drop out of school due to poverty, cultural differences, early marriage and insecurity. Recently, the World Bank deputy country director, Taimur Samad, disclosed that more than two-thirds of girls in Nigeria drop out before making it to junior secondary school. Samad, who represented the country director, Ndiame Diop, at the national conference on girls’ education and empowerment…

Emefiele Loses Bid To Reclaim Forfeited Abuja Estate

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Justice Jude Onwuegbuzie of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court, Apo, Abuja, on Monday dismissed an application filed by former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor, Mr. Godwin Emefiele, seeking to reclaim a vast estate in Abuja comprising 753 duplexes and apartments. The estate, located at Plot 109, Cadastral Zone CO9, Lokogoma District, Abuja, measures 150,462.84 square metres. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) had previously secured an interim and subsequently a final forfeiture order of the property in favour of the Federal Government. Although the estate was…