Tinubu Grants N150,000 to Jigawa Business Owners

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2 years ago

July 24, 2024

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President Bola Tinubu has recently authorized the distribution of N150,000 grants to business owners across Jigawa State.

This initiative was announced in a release from the State House in Abuja, and Vice President Kashim Shettima shared the news on his official X account.

In his announcement, Shettima highlighted that this grant is a part of Nigeria’s broader strategy to advance its digital transformation and establish a leadership position within Africa.

The Vice President made this declaration during the launch of the AI Expertise Blockchain and Technology Training and Outsourcing Initiative in Dutse.

He emphasized that Nigeria is not merely catching up with global advancements but is set to surpass them in economic and technological development.

Earlier, Shettima had unveiled the 4th edition of the Expanded National Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) Clinic.

As part of this event, he revealed President Tinubu’s directive for a grant of N150,000 to be awarded to each business owner in Jigawa State.

This grant is intended as a form of federal support for MSMEs across Nigeria and is provided as a non-repayable assistance, meaning the recipients are not required to pay it back.

“Nigeria Is Safer Than 10 Years Ago” – Seyi Law Backs Tinubu’s Administration

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6 days ago

February 23, 2026

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Nigerian comedian Seyi Law takes to social media as he defends President Bola Tinubu. The comedian stated that the president has done a lot in his administration and claimed that Nigeria is safer and economically sound under his administration.

He then compared how things now to past years under the administration of others, and shared how things were bad. He claimed that now the economy is stabilized.

“Nigeria is safer now than 10 years ago. This government has killed more bandits than any government in Nigeria since the time of Jonathan. When last have you heard of bomb blast in Nigeria?”

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Fire Incident Reported at Murtala Muhammed Airport

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6 days ago

February 23, 2026

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It has been reported that fire occurred at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos (MMIA), Terminal 1. This fire incident occurred on Monday, 23rd of February, 2026.

Passengers at that terminal were spotted running away for safety after seeing the fire and the alarm.

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) released a statement and shared that no life was lost and people were saved and avoided danger.

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Kano State Shuts Down Entertainment Centres Over Ramadan Fast

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2 weeks ago

February 19, 2026

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It has been reported that Kano State has closed down all entertainment spots across the state. This was stated to happen because of the ongoing Ramadan fast.

The federal government shared that the new law will take place from 18th of February, 10 pm, till the last day of Ramadan. This is in order for the people participating in it to truly focus on the fast.