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Federal Government Allocates Over ₦112 Billion for Child Safety and Inclusion by 2027.

Vanguard NG

With the theme “Advancing Children’s Rights for a Sustainable Future,” the initiative highlights Nigeria’s dedication to fostering child protection and promoting equitable opportunities for all children.

FG Lifts Posting Restrictions for NYSC Corps Members Amid Rising Youth Unemployment.

The Independent NG

This policy aims to expand deployment opportunities and enhance the employability of young Nigerians through broader exposure during their service year.

Nigeria’s Population Could Hit 450 Million by 2050, Experts Warn at Family Planning Conference.

Premium Times NG

Organized by the Association for the Advancement of Family Planning (AAFP) in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, the event emphasized the critical need for enhanced family planning initiatives. Experts have expressed alarm over Nigeria's rapidly growing population, projecting it could reach 450 million by 2050 without urgent interventions.

Dangote Refinery Purchases Two Million Barrels of US Oil Amid Production Ramp-Up.

BNN Bloomberg

This development signals the refinery's ongoing efforts to enhance production capabilities. The cargo is expected to arrive at the facility near Lagos next month, according to sources familiar with the transaction.

Taiwo Oyedele Addresses Concerns Over Proposed Tax Reform Bills, Highlights Nigeria’s Economic Challenges

Tribune Online

Speaking during an interactive session in Abuja organized by the House of Representatives, Oyedele highlighted pressing socioeconomic issues, including 33.88% inflation, high unemployment rates, over 95 million citizens in monetary poverty, and 133 million experiencing multidimensional poverty. The Chairman of the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms, Mr. Taiwo Oyedele, clarified on Monday that the proposed 2024 Nigeria Tax Bill before the National Assembly is not designed to undermine any region.

USAID Launches $3.5 Million Investment in Nigeria’s Creative Industry with Ascend Studios.

Business Day

The initiative, titled the Africa Creative Blueprint, aims to fill critical gaps within Nollywood by offering comprehensive training, mentorship, and resources to 3,500 young Nigerians.

Nigeria’s Chidimma Adetshina Makes History as First Runner-Up at Miss Universe 2024

The Nation Online

The crown went to Denmark's Victoria Kjaer Theilvig, who succeeded Miss Universe 2023, Sheynnis Palacios of Nicaragua. The glittering event took place at the Arena CDMX in Mexico City, showcasing exceptional talent and beauty from across the globe. In an exciting finale to the 73rd Miss Universe pageant, Nigeria's Chidimma Adetshina secured the first runner-up position, marking a historic achievement for the country.

Lola Assessing President Bola Tinubu's Administration

Since his inauguration, President Tinubu has faced formidable challenges while initiating a series of reforms aimed at stabilizing Nigeria's economy and enhancing governance. His administration's focus has included several critical areas:

Newscroll The Impact of Europe's MiCA Stablecoin Rules on Nigeria's Crypto Community

Welcome to Newscroll Podcast Sessions! We're here to bring you insightful information and help keep history alive. Our dedicated team of researchers carefully gathers the stories, and our AI brings them to life for you. Today, we're diving into an important development in the world of cryptocurrency. We're talking about Europe's Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation, also known as MiCA, and its potential impact on Nigeria and the broader Economic Community of West African States, or ECOWAS.

President-Elect Donald Trump Appoints Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy.

USA Today

The newly appointed leaders are expected to streamline government operations, focusing on reducing inefficiencies and optimizing the use of taxpayer funds. President-elect Donald Trump announced the formation of a new "Department of Government Efficiency" to tackle federal spending, waste, and regulatory burdens.

Donald Trump Accuses Iran of Hacking Campaign, Claims Sensitive Documents Stolen

Aljazeera

This claim follows a report by Microsoft, which detailed foreign attempts to interfere in the U.S. election campaign this year. The allegations highlight ongoing concerns about cybersecurity and foreign interference in American elections as the presidential race intensifies. U.S. presidential candidate Donald Trump has accused Iran of hacking into his campaign, alleging that the Iranian government stole and distributed sensitive internal documents.

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