Abuja: The World Council of Churches (WCC) and prominent Christian leaders have called on politicians and citizens to shun divisive rhetorics ahead of the 2027 General Elections. They made the appeal during a high-level consultative meeting and ecumen…
Nigeria Reaffirms Commitment to OIC Solidarity
Abuja: The Federal Government has reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to multilateralism and strengthening solidarity within the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC). Amb. Sola Enikanolaiye, Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, disclosed this in a …
NDE Congratulates Ali on Reappointment as NAN Managing Director
Abuja: The National Directorate of Employment (NDE) has extended its congratulations to Malam Ali Muhammad Ali on his reappointment as the Managing Director of the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN). Mr. Silas Agara, the Director-General of NDE, conveyed hi…
Nigeria and Thailand to Strengthen Partnerships in Technology and Agriculture
Abuja: Nigeria and Thailand have reached an agreement to enhance their bilateral relations in key sectors including technology, agriculture, commerce, and renewable energy. This development was announced following a meeting at the Presidential Villa i…
Nigeria’s Diversity: A Source of Strength, Says World Council of Churches
Abuja: General Secretary of the World Council of Churches (WCC), Prof. Jerry Pillay, has urged Nigerians to reject divisive narratives and foster peaceful coexistence between Christians and Muslims, ahead of the 2027 general elections.
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Minister Alausa Calls for Student Mobilization to Support Tinubu’s 2027 Re-election
Abuja: The Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, has called on the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) and other student leaders to rally 10 million student votes in support of President Bola Tinubu’s bid for re-election in 2027. This …
Afreximbank Reports 30% Growth in Net Income for First Half of 2026
Lagos: The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) and its subsidiaries recorded a 30 per cent increase in net income to 534.7 million dollars in the first half of 2026. The bank disclosed this in a statement issued by Vincent Musumba, Communications…
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Tinubu Orders Sweeping Football Reforms After International Setbacks
Abuja: President Bola Tinubu has directed a comprehensive reform of Nigerian football following repeated failures by national teams to qualify for major regional, continental, and global tournaments. The President said the reform must address longstan…
TETFund Calls for Curriculum Review to Equip Future Health Workforce
Abuja: The Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) has urged tertiary and specialised health institutions in Nigeria to continuously review curricula to align with emerging public health priorities. The Executive Secretary of TETFund, Mr. Sunday Echon…
TETFund Calls for Curriculum Review to Equip Future Health Workforce
Abuja: The Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) has urged tertiary and specialised health institutions in Nigeria to continuously review curricula to align with emerging public health priorities. The Executive Secretary of TETFund, Mr. Sunday Echon…
TETFund Calls for Curriculum Review to Equip Future Health Workforce
Abuja: The Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) has urged tertiary and specialised health institutions in Nigeria to continuously review curricula to align with emerging public health priorities. The Executive Secretary of TETFund, Mr. Sunday Echon…
Abuja: The Niger Delta Youth Network (NDYN) has commended the Minister of Works, Sen. Dave Umahi, for his swift response to concerns over the Benin-Asaba Road. In a statement on Wednesday in Abuja, NDYN National President, Scott Ogunseri, applauded Um…
Governors Express Support for CNG Transit Programme to Slash Cost of Transportation
Abuja: The Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) has expressed support for the proposed National Affordable Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) Transit Programme (NACTP) to reduce transportation costs and cushion the impact of fuel subsidy removal on Nigerians. The…
Youths Critical to Communicating Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Achievements – Yari
Abuja: Director-General of APC Presidential Campaign Council, Sen. Abdul’aziz Yari, emphasized the crucial role of youths in communicating President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda across Nigeria. A statement issued by Yari’s media office highlighte…
Centre Urges Obasanjo to Guide Politicians for Peaceful 2027 Elections
Abuja: Savannah Centre for Diplomacy Democracy and Development (SCDDD) has called upon former President Olusegun Obasanjo to counsel Nigerians and politicians on maintaining peace before, during, and after the 2027 general elections.
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Abuja: Meta says it has reached an agreement with 52 bipartisan U.S. state attorneys general to introduce stronger protections and parental controls for teenage users of its social media platforms. Its Chief Legal Officer, Curtis Mahoney, made the dis…
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Pathologists Advocate for Enhanced Investment in Cancer Diagnosis and Digital Pathology in Nigeria
Abuja: Experts in pathology and cancer care have called for increased investment in pathology services to strengthen cancer diagnosis and treatment in Nigeria and West Africa. They also advocated the adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and digita…
NASS and SFH Collaborate to Enhance Family Planning Counselling Services
Abuja: The National Assembly has emphasized the significance of informed choice and quality counselling in family planning services, highlighting that mere access is insufficient for effective reproductive healthcare delivery in Nigeria. The Clerk to …
Paediatrician Calls for Enhanced Support for Breastfeeding Mothers
Abuja: A paediatrician, Dr Lilian Ekwem, has called for stronger family and government support for breastfeeding mothers to improve child health and survival. Ekwem made the call at the 2026 World Breastfeeding Week celebration organised by the State …
Public Health Expert Seeks Stronger Collaboration with Lawmakers on Healthcare
Abuja: The Society for Public Health Professionals of Nigeria (SPHPN) has called for stronger collaboration between public health professionals and lawmakers to create an enabling environment for effective healthcare delivery nationwide. The Secretary…
5 Filmmakers Shortlisted for Inaugural Nigeria Prize for Creative Arts
Lagos: Five documentary filmmakers have been shortlisted for the inaugural Nigeria Prize for Creative Arts (NPCA), following a rigorous judging process that narrowed the field from 11 nominees. Anne-Marie Palmer-Ikuku, Manager, Corporate Communication…
IFAD-VCDP Empowers Niger Rice Farmers with Modern Agronomic Practices
Egbanti: The Value Chain Development Programme (VCDP) has initiated a comprehensive training program for rice farmers in Egbanti, Katcha Local Government Area of Niger, focusing on modern agronomic techniques to boost rice yield in the 2026 wet season…
Muslim Engineers Association Urges Engineers to Prioritise Competence and Public Safety
Lagos: A professional association, the Muslim Engineers Association (TMEA), on Saturday charged engineers to place competence, accountability, and public safety above personal gains. The National President, TMEA, Engr Gbadegesin Osuolale, made the cal…
Kaduna International Film Festival 2026: Audu Seeks Global Recognition for Nigerian Cinema
Kaduna: Mr Israel Audu, Executive Director of the Kaduna International Film Festival (KADIFF), has urged stakeholders to leverage film to preserve culture, create opportunities, and project Nigerian stories globally. Audu, who also serves as Vice Chai…
Nigeria and Trkiye Pursue Enhanced Defence Industrial Partnership at Business Forum
Abuja: The Federal Government of Nigeria has called for a transformative shift from a buyer-seller relationship with Trkiye to a more integrated partnership involving joint production, technology transfer, and local manufacturing. This announcement wa…