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“The World is Open Again – with Your Naira Card”

After years of restrictions, Nigerians are re-entering the global economy with renewed confidence.

Monday, July 14, 2025 | #TheHeadlines

- President Tinubu Backs AFRIMA 2025, Inaugurates LOC to Champion African Talent and Culture

- FG to Launch 6-Month Training for 3,000 Artisans in 10 Construction Trades Across 3 States

- Development Bank of Nigeria’s (DBN) Premier Youth Empowerment Initiative, Opens Applications for 2025 Entrepreneurship Training Programme

- President Tinubu Orders Completion of Abandoned Projects in Niger Delta

- FG Grant and Loan Scheme Empowers over 900,000 Nigerians, Boosts Small Businesses.

Rest in peace, @MBuhari.

From all of us at the center. 🕊️🕊️

IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT 📣

The Central Organizing Committee of the Progressive Digital Media Summit has unveiled the list of the various subcommittees that will be working together to make the event a success..
#DigiMediaSummit2025

#TheHeadlines | Thursday, July 10th, 2025

- FG Strengthens Cybersecurity To Tackle Rising Digital Threats Nationwide.

- VP Shettima Applauds Launch Of National Legislative Network On Malnutrition And Food Security.

- ⁠FG: Tinubu’s Reforms Driving Nigeria’s Economic Recovery.

- ⁠NGX: Investors Gain N212bn As Bullish Momentum Persists In Equities Market.

- ⁠FG Begins Reconstruction And Rehabilitation Of Eastern Railway Corridor.

Wednesday, July 9th, 2025 | #TheHeadlines

- Federal Government Issues 3.5 Million Passports in Under Two Years, Saves N1bn Annually Through Reforms.

- Federal Government, SEforALL, & GEAPP Partner to Expand Energy Access Nationwide.

- Federal Government Opens Abuja Passport Front Office to Fast-Track Access for Senior Officials.

- FG Boosts Agricultural Security Across Northern Nigeria.

- @nnpclimited Delivers 35 CNG Buses to Boost Presidential Gas Initiative.

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…Big Win for Nigerian Farmers! 🚜

The new ₦19.5B AgGrow Project is putting power back in the hands of 50,000 smallholder farmers with tech, training, and real support. 🌱

#TheHeadlines | Friday, 4th July, 2025

- FG Approves Reconstruction Of Apapa, Tin Can Ports To Boost Seaport Efficiency And Competitiveness

- ⁠@KashimSM Inaugurates Board Of National Credit Guarantee Company

- ⁠FG Trains 1,800 Youths With Web Development And Cybersecurity Skills To Combat Poverty

- ⁠Nigeria’s Oil Sector Attracts $16billion Investment Commitments In Two Years ~ NUPRC

- ⁠FG Kicks Off RenewedHope Housing Scheme In Cross River State

Thursday, 3rd July, 2025 | #TheHeadlines

- FG Launches N19.5bn Pilot Scheme To Support 50,000 Farmers With Subsidized Inputs

- ⁠Nigeria To Embrace Hybrid Energy As $60m Clean Energy Port Project Advances ~ VP Shettima

- ⁠@IMFLive Applauds Nigeria’s Reforms Amid Signs Of Economic Recovery

- ⁠FG Targets Digital Sovereignty Through MTN’s $150m Data Center Investment

- ⁠FG Expands Nigeria For Women Project To North-West To Tackle Rural Poverty And Boost Inclusion

NIGERIA BEGINS DEPLOYMENT OF EXPERTS TO OECS COUNTRIES, SIGNS TECHNICAL MANPOWER ASSISTANCE AGREEMENT WITH SAINT LUCIA

Nigeria and Saint Lucia have signed a Technical Manpower Assistance (TMA) agreement outlining modalities for deploying skilled Nigerian professionals to Saint Lucia. This is part of efforts to deepen South-South cooperation and reconnect with the African diaspora in the Caribbean.

The Director-General of the Nigerian Technical Aid Corps, Hon. Yusuf Buba Yakub, signed on behalf of Nigeria, while Janelle Modeste-Stephen, the Acting Permanent Secretary, Ministry of External Affairs, International Trade, Civil Aviation and Diaspora Affairs, signed on behalf of the eastern Caribbean Island on Wednesday at the Ministry of External Affairs, Castries, Saint Lucia.

Describing the agreement as "a great achievement," Yakub said it marked a key step in implementing President Bola Tinubu's vision of strengthened bilateral and regional partnerships.

"This is an outstanding achievement, just days after Mr. President's directive to deploy technical aid to Saint Lucia and the wider OECS.

Yakub said the agreement allows Nigeria to send expert volunteers, including teachers, medical professionals, agriculturists, and others, who will serve for two years in the host countries.

The Nigerian government will be responsible for their allowances and logistics, while the host countries will provide accommodation and local support.

"These students who will benefit from the scholarship will have a chance to reconnect with their roots and heritage," Yakub said, referring also to the broader cultural and educational exchange announced by President Tinubu during his address to the Special Joint Sitting of the Senate and House of Assembly of Saint Lucia on Monday in Saint Lucia..

Since the inception of the current administration in May 2023, Yakub revealed that over 300 Nigerian professionals have been deployed across Africa, the Caribbean, and the Pacific.

"Since my appointment in August, we've deployed volunteers to Liberia, Sierra Leone, Jamaica, and other African nations.

"This programme was nearly dormant, but Mr. President revived it with his strong foreign policy vision.

"Right now, we are deploying volunteers to Jamaica. Some are already there, and others will fly out tomorrow from Abuja.

"Four nurses will depart for Jamaica tomorrow. Additionally, six medical doctors are scheduled to leave for Grenada on July 9th," Yakub said.

He added that further engagements are ongoing with Belize, the Dominican Republic, and the Director-General of the OECS to establish a regional framework for technical assistance.

"One of our volunteers in Jamaica popularised Adire (Yoruba fabric design), which has become so popular that Jamaicans now produce it locally, calling it Jadire. They even export it to the United States"

Beyond diplomacy and development, Yakub said TAC is becoming a revenue-generating platform:

Jamaica has formally requested 400 experts, who are willing to pay. Instead of importing labour from Asia, they want Nigerian professionals.

"We are exporting Nigeria's human capital with dignity, creating opportunities for our people, and reinforcing Nigeria's leadership across the Global South."

The Director-General noted that the TAC initiative aligns with President Tinubu's 4D foreign policy: Democracy, Development, Diaspora, and Demography. It is strengthening Nigeria's global influence while promoting professional development, cultural exchange, and solidarity with historically connected nations.

Bayo Onanuga
Special Adviser to the President
(Information & Strategy)
July 2, 2025

• FG Approves Over 65 Billion for 2025 Basic Health Care Provision Fund Implementation.

• FG: Crude Output now 1.745m, Reaffirms Commitment to Raise Crude Output to 2 Milli on Barrels Daily by 2025.

• FG Unveils $40 Million ICT Project to Digitize Nigerian Universities.

• @nnpclimited Marks Major Milestone as AKK Gas Pipeline Crosses River Niger, Completion Set for 2025.

• FG Set to Launch National Intellectual Property Policy in July to Boost Creative Exports.

Wednesday, July 2nd, 2025 | #TheHeadlines

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu welcomed to St Lucia by the Governor General, H.E Cyril Errol Melchiades Charles, with military honours.

Friday, 27th June, 2025

- President Tinubu Ordered Nationwide Personnel Audit and Skill Gap Analysis Across Federal Civil Service.

- ⁠FG Commences Disbursement Of Interest-Free Consumer Credit To Market Women In Abia State Through CREDICORP.

- ⁠President @officialABAT Signs Landmark Tax Reform Bills Into Law.

- ⁠Federal Government Empowers 3,700 Women Across Nigeria With Credit-Backed Tricycles.

- ⁠Federal Government Reaffirms Commitment To Coconut Sector Development, Targets $250Million Revenue By 2025.

A new era beckons for Nigeria🫡.
#TaxReformBills
A new era beckons for Nigeria🫡.
#TaxReformBills

Thursday, June 26, 2025 | #TheHeadlines

- President Tinubu to Sign Four Landmark Tax Reform Bills to Reshape Nigeria's Revenue System Thursday.

- VP Shettima: Nigeria Undergoing Quiet Yet Steady Transformation Under Tinubu.

- FG Delivers on Housing Promise to Super Eagles Legends.

- FG Reports Major Strides in Gender Equality, GBV Prevention Under World Bank-Supported Programme.

- FG Launches N1.5 Billion NADP-1 to Empower 1,500 Smallholder Farmers on 1,500 Hectares.

The recently concluded West African Economic Summit is the brainchild of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration aimed at bringing the region on a path of economic integration and trade liberalization.

Relive some beautiful memories from the event.
#WAES2025

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Nigeria signs a €20M deal with Germany to accelerate clean energy! 🇳🇬⚡🇩🇪

From solar power to grid decentralization, this partnership drives a greener, more inclusive future. 💡

Read more >>

Friday, June 20, 2025 | #TheHeadlines

President Tinubu; Federal Government will unlock the potentials of every state in the country

FG to Unveil Comprehensive Agenda on Skills Development and Food Sovereignty

1,000 Petty Traders Receive RHI Cash Grants from President Tinubu's Wife in Oyo

Nigerian Navy Seizes 76 Vessels in Two-Year Crackdown on Oil Smuggling

FG Signs €20m Deal with Germany to Boost Energy Transition and Renewable Development

Thursday, 19th June, 2025 | #TheHeadlines

- President Tinubu Signs Bills Establishing Three Major Tertiary Institutions In South-East.

- ⁠National Assembly Transmits Landmark Tax Reform Bills To President Tinubu For Assent.

- ⁠President Tinubu Directs Security Forces To Apprehend Perpetrators Of Benue Killings.

- ⁠Nigerian Stock Market Investor Gains N1.18Trillion.

- ⁠FG To Launch N30bn Yearly Gratuity Scheme For Retiring Civil Servants.

Tuesday, 17th June, 2025

- FG Launches Digital Portal For National Youth Conference 2025

- ⁠President Tinubu To Visit Benue State On Wednesday Amidst Killings

- ⁠CREDICORP Targets All Working-Class Nigerians In Nationwide Drive

- ⁠FG Issues N50bn Green Bond To Fund Renewable Energy, Afforestations And Dams

- ⁠FG Set To Launch New National Industrial Policy ~ Minister

Monday, June 16th, 2025 | #TheHeadlines

Benue Killings: President Tinubu Orders Action, Urges Governor @HyacinthAlia to Lead Reconciliation Efforts.

Nigeria Secures $40m @WorldBank Support to Expand Health Financial Protection for the Poorand Vulnerable.

FG Disburses N60 Billion to Gombe for 184-Hectare Agro -Livestock Industrial Zone.

FG to Acquire 12 Viper Helicopters from U.S. to Strengthen NAFCombat Power.

FG Flag off N1.2bn Conditional Cash Transfer in Ondo.

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Nigeria Posts N5.17 Trillion Trade Surplus in Q1 2025, Signaling Strengthened Export Performance and Economic Resilience

Acknowledging progress while working towards the main goal of renewing the hopes of Nigerians.

#BelieveInPBAT

Friday, 13th June, 2025 | #TheHeadlines

- President Tinubu: New Consumer Credit Scheme To Launch In July Will Empower 400,000 Youths, Including NYSC Members

- ⁠Nationwide Fibre Optic Project To Boost Nigeria Socio-Economic Development ~ President Tinubu

- ⁠FG Engages Chinese Conglomerate On Ajaokuta Steel Plant Revival

- ⁠Troops Eliminate Notorious Terrorist Leader Auta And Others In Zamfara

- ⁠FG Reaffirms Commitment To Sustainable Management Of Ocean Resources ~ Oyetola

Thursday, 12th June, 2025 | #TheHeadlines

• FG orders civil service MDAs to go fully digital, paperless by end of 2025.

• President @officialABAT urges African Nations to embrace policies supporting Eco-Friendly tourism at the UN Tourism Commission for Africa (CAF).

• UI, Federal Government partner on Global Clean Technology Innovation Programme.

• Nigeria records N5.17 trillion trade surplus in Q1 2025, highest in nearly two years.

• FG launches Ladela Educational Institute to provide free vocational training for Nigerian youths.

Happy Democracy Day, Nigeria!🇳🇬❤️
Happy Democracy Day, Nigeria!🇳🇬❤️

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 | #TheHeadlines

Democracy Day, June 12: President Tinubu to Address Joint Session of National Assembly in Abuja.

First Lady @SenRemiTinubu Empower Midwives at Enugu, Calls for Collective Effort in Nation-Building.

FG Targets 20% Reduction in Maternal Mortality Rate by 2027 in Nigeria.

Troops Dismantle Oil Cartel in Major Crackdown: 43 Arrested, 27 Illegal Refineries Destroyed Across Niger Delta.

Federal Government Assures Farmers of Security Ahead of Rainy Season to Boost Agriculture.

Monday, 9th June, 2025

- @KashimSM Launches NASENI Asset Restoration Programme to Boost Nigeria’s Industrial, Agricultural Revival

- ⁠Tinubu Administration Addressing Long-Standing Structural Issues In Power Sector ~ @BayoAdelabu

- ⁠FG To Train 100,000 Artisans Under SUPA Programme To Meet Global Standards

- ⁠Nigerian Businesses Confident In Economy, Plan To Boost Hiring ~ @cenbank

- ⁠FG Launches Capacity Building Programmes For Nigerian Mining Experts At Murdoch University, Australia

Thursday, June 5th, 2025 | #TheHeadlines

• President Tinubu Approves N2 Billion for Immediate Reconstruction of Flood-Ravaged Homes in Mokwa, Niger State.

• Federal Government Flags Off First LCNG Plant In North-East.

• President Tinubu Reaffirms Commitment to Stable Power with Inauguration of 180MW Afam II Plant in Rivers State.

• FG Selects 12 Universities Nationwide to Produce Electric Vehicles Under Tinubu's First Nigeria Policy.

• Nigeria Unveils Digital Innovation Park in Ogun to Propel $1 Trillion Digital Economy Goal.

Wednesday, 4th June, 2025 | #TheHeadlines

● Federal Government to train 100,000 artisans in 2025 to boost economic revival through skill acquisition.

● FG expands sickle cell services, upgrades Abuja centre to international standard.

● Federal Government begins payment of N44,000 minimum wage arrears to NYSC members nationwide.

● NGX: Investors gain N251billion on bullish run.

● Federal Government renews partnership with @UNICEF to equip 20 million young Nigerians with digital skills by 2030.

Tuesday, 3rd June, 2025 | #TheHeadlines

▪︎ President @officialABAT's diplomatic efforts attract over $50bn in foreign investments to Nigeria.

▪︎ FG set to inaugurate lithium plant at 4th African Natural Resources Summit.

▪︎ FG partners with @Nestle Nigeria to empower farmers and enhance milk production.

▪︎ FG launches Digital Health Initiative to improve service delivery.

▪︎ Nigeria pursues $25bn investment for undersea gas pipeline to Europe.

Monday, 2nd June, 2025

- President Tinubu reaffirms commitment to prudent economic management and inclusive growth.

- ⁠Lagos-Calabar coastal highway to generate $12bn annually for Nigeria ~ Uzodimma

- ⁠FG enrols 18,670 tutors to integrate Almajiri into conventional school system.

- ⁠NGX investors gain N119.4billion, up 59% in weekly trading surge.

- ⁠FG to empower 150million Nigerians affected by insecurity through agriculture.