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TY Danjuma inaugurates NAS museum, library in his honour

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Gen. Theophilus Danjuma (Rtd) has inaugurated the Nigerian Academy of Science (NAS) museum and science library named in his honour in the FCT.

Located at Wasa District Cadastral Zone, Apo FCT, the science and museum complex occupies 4.18 hectares.

The architectural plan of the complex consisted of a pierce, science museum and library complex, an administrative block, a conference centre with comprehensive conference facilities and a guest house.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Danjuma funded the construction of the science museum and library.

The retired general, while speaking at the commissioning, said that asides erecting a building, the museum needed to be equipped with facilities deserving of a museum.

“You need to have regular correspondence between the academy of science and prospective donors to know how you are progressing and to ensure you have what makes the building a museum.

“With the deployment of science and technology, it is possible to access things we don’t have here, and to do that you need money and sustenance for regular correspondence,” he said.

Danjuma pledged to lend his voice in spreading the needs of the science community for availability of funds.

He stated that science was the bedrock of development for any nation.

Mrs Esuabana Nko-Asanye, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Innovation, Science and Technology, said the establishment of the science museum would serve as a heritage for generations.

“With this, I am certain that our research, development and innovation is going to be documented for the next generation of Nigerian children to have what they can fall back on to report on science.

“They can have what it takes to develop research, to come up with patents that we can expand our scope to commercialise and not just resting on the shelves.

“This is the foundation of all that, all our laboratories are now going to key in through this so that we have most of the things we need to train our children from kindergarten up to tertiary as scientists, innovators, and inventors,” she said.

Prof. Ekanem Braide, President of NAS, said the building plan was approved after some delay by Development Control in October 2023 and the building contract awarded in November 2023.

Braide stated that the museum would serve as a useful resource for inspiring and strengthening Science, Technology,Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (STEAM) education.

“The museum will also showcase Nigeria’s rich cultural heritage and civilisation that can produce cross-cultural understanding.

“It will be a source of knowledge and inspiration, while management of the museum will continue to collect, preserve, interpret and display objects of artistic, cultural and scientific significance for the education of the public, particularly students.

“The library will provide access to authentic and reliable information required to support learning and development, it will house all sections in an ideal library, including an e- section and a repository,” Braide stated.

The president said they would continue to promote both local and international collaborations among researchers, government, industries and communities for national development.

Prof. Mahouton Hounkonno, President, Network of African Science Academies (NASAC), said the museum represented the interface between the science community and the general community.

According to him, it is a meeting point where ideas are nurtured and curiosity transformed into discovery.

‘”As Africa faces unprecedented challenges from climate change, to technological adaptation, spaces like this become beacons of hope fostering education and system engagement.

“Science does not exist in isolation, it thrives in the lives of the people it tends to outlive.

“This museum will not only preserve the heritage of Nigerian science, but also inspire the next generation of innovators and problem solvers who will continue to shape the future of the nation and continent at large.”

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China Introduces Instant Tax Refunds for Foreign Tourists to Boost Shopping Experience

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China Introduces Instant Tax Refunds for Foreign Tourists to Boost Shopping Experience

China has revamped its tax refund policy for foreign tourists, shifting from a refund-upon-departure model to a more convenient refund-upon-purchase system, according to the State Taxation Administration (STA).

The STA announced on Tuesday that under the new system, foreign visitors can now claim Value Added Tax (VAT) rebates instantly at designated tax-free stores. This change allows tourists to use their refunded amount immediately for additional shopping, enhancing their overall experience in China.

Previously, VAT rebates could only be withdrawn upon departure, but with the new policy, tourists will be able to access their refunds in real-time during their stay. The policy, which was initially tested in cities like Shanghai, Beijing, and Guangdong, has now passed all operational requirements and will be rolled out nationwide.

The STA emphasized its dedication to improving policy guidance and simplifying refund procedures to better serve international visitors.

Li Xuhong, Vice-President and Professor at the Beijing National Accounting Institute, welcomed the change, stating that the nationwide implementation would raise China’s tourism service standards. “It will foster a friendly, efficient, and convenient tourism environment,” Xuhong added.

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Nigeria Reaffirms Commitment to One-China Policy Amid Taiwan’s Trade Office Claims

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Nigeria Reaffirms Commitment to One-China Policy Amid Taiwan's Trade Office Claims

Rep. Jaafaru Yakubu, Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on China-Nigeria Parliamentary Relations, has reiterated Nigeria’s firm commitment to the One-China Policy, following recent comments by Taiwan’s Trade Mission Head in Nigeria, Andy Yih-Ping Liu.

Speaking in Abuja on Tuesday, Yakubu firmly declared that Nigeria continues to recognize Taiwan as an integral part of the People’s Republic of China. He rejected Liu’s claim that Taiwan was not part of China, labelling it as “propaganda” aimed at undermining the strong diplomatic ties between Nigeria and China.

“For the record, United Nations General Assembly Resolution 2758, adopted in 1971, recognised the People’s Republic of China as the sole legitimate representative of all of China, including Taiwan,” Yakubu stated. “The One-China Policy remains the cornerstone of China-Nigeria relations.”

He emphasized that since Nigeria and China established diplomatic ties in 1971, the country has consistently upheld this principle. “Efforts by Taiwan’s trade office to challenge this stance are futile and will not succeed,” Yakubu added.

Yakubu criticized Liu’s comments as an attempt to draw Nigeria into China’s internal matters, accusing the Taiwanese official of deliberately sowing discord and provoking a diplomatic rift. “Nigeria’s relationship with China is built on mutual respect and non-interference in each other’s political matters,” he said.

In response to Liu’s claim that China acted as a bully, Yakubu pointed to the positive trajectory of Nigeria-China relations. “Contrary to these baseless assertions, Nigeria has enjoyed a mutually beneficial partnership with China, yielding tangible results for both nations. Since 1971, our ties have grown significantly.”

He highlighted the strategic nature of the partnership, referencing the elevation of the relationship to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership during the 2024 FOCAC Summit in Beijing. “Today, Nigeria stands as China’s second-largest trading partner in Africa, with bilateral trade surpassing 20 billion dollars,” Yakubu noted.

Furthermore, Yakubu praised China’s role in Nigeria’s infrastructural development, with investments in sectors such as rail networks, roads, ports, power stations, and water treatment facilities.

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Shettima Warns Media Against Romanticising National Challenges

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Shettima Warns Media Against Romanticising National Challenges

Vice President Kashim Shettima has cautioned Nigerian media practitioners against the growing tendency to romanticise serious national issues, describing the trend as a dangerous departure from the media’s constitutional duty of promoting truth and accountability.

Represented by his Special Adviser on Special Duties, Modibbo Umar, the Vice President issued the warning on Tuesday while delivering a speech at the 17th LEADERSHIP Conference and Awards held at the Old Banquet Hall of the State House, Abuja.

“We must resist the temptation to romanticise serious national issues or frame them in ways that distort public understanding,” Shettima said. “Doing so only weakens the fabric of our democracy and derails our collective efforts at nation-building.”

The Vice President’s remarks came as stakeholders in governance, business, and civil society gathered to reflect on the theme of the event, “Challenges and Opportunities in Nigeria’s Fiscal Federalism.” The conference provided a platform for thoughtful engagement on some of the country’s most pressing issues, with a focus on the responsibilities of leadership at all levels.

Shettima also used the occasion to commend LEADERSHIP Newspapers Group for its consistent contributions to national discourse and its commitment to celebrating excellence in leadership.

“I commend LEADERSHIP Newspaper for the vision to convene this vital discourse and for shining the light on those who have chosen to lead with courage and competence. May we never tire of striving for a better Nigeria,” he said.

The annual LEADERSHIP Conference and Awards continues to be a major event that brings together influential voices to deliberate on national progress and honour individuals and institutions making meaningful impact in society.

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