Lokoja: The wife of Kogi Governor, Hajia Sefinat Ododo, commemorated the 2026 World Charity Day by empowering over 500 women with cash gifts and food items, and by visiting vulnerable groups across Lokoja. The event, themed ‘Charity for a Better World…
Beans Price Hike Forces Lagos Consumers to Cut Purchases
Lagos: The rising price of beans in Lagos is forcing consumers to buy less, switch meals, and adjust household budgets. Traders and consumers expressed concern over the development in separate interviews with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Friday…
Christian and Muslim Youths Unite for Peace Accord Ahead of 2027 Elections
Abuja: The Youth Wing of the Christian Association of Nigeria (YOWICAN) and the National Council of Muslim Youth Organisations (NACOMYO) have signed a peace accord ahead of the 2027 general elections. The historic signing took place at the National Ch…
Cardinal Onaiyekan Advocates for Continued Support of Books Amid Digital Advancements
Abuja: Cardinal John Onaiyekan has called for sustained support for literary works, emphasizing the enduring relevance of books even as digital technology and Artificial Intelligence (AI) continue to transform communication. Onaiyekan voiced his appea…
2027 Elections: Ex-YOWICAN Chief Urges Youths to Support Tinubu
Abuja: The former National President of the Youth Wing of the Christian Association of Nigeria (YOWICAN), Mr. Daniel Kadzai, has called on Nigerian youths to support the re-election bid of President Bola Tinubu in 2027. Kadzai made the call in Abuja w…
FG Launches N2.5bn Grant for 50 Student Innovators
Abuja: The Federal Government has opened applications for the second cohort of its Student Venture Capital Grant, offering up to N50 million each to 50 outstanding student-led ventures across the country. The National Coordinator, Special Programme Op…
FG Reaffirms Dedication to ECOWAS Trade Liberalisation Scheme
Bauchi: The Federal Government has reiterated its commitment to enhancing regional trade integration and boosting exports through the ECOWAS Trade Liberalisation Scheme (ETLS). This was articulated by the Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassa…
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NAN Hosts 5th Fitness Walk to Enhance Staff Wellness and Team Bonding
Abuja: The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), in collaboration with CWAY Water and Alfa Designs Nigeria Ltd., hosted its fifth quarterly fitness walk to enhance staff wellness, team bonding, and social cohesion among employees.
According to News Agency o…
First Lady Inaugurates National Community Food Bank Programme in Calabar
Calabar: Sen. Oluremi Tinubu, First Lady, on Friday inaugurated the National Community Food Bank Programme for the South-South zone in Calabar. The initiative aims to provide nutritious food support to vulnerable households, particularly children unde…
First Lady Inaugurates National Community Food Bank Programme in Calabar
Calabar: Sen. Oluremi Tinubu, First Lady, on Friday inaugurated the National Community Food Bank Programme for the South-South zone in Calabar. The initiative aims to provide nutritious food support to vulnerable households, particularly children unde…
First Lady Inaugurates National Community Food Bank Programme in Calabar
Calabar: Sen. Oluremi Tinubu, First Lady, on Friday inaugurated the National Community Food Bank Programme for the South-South zone in Calabar. The initiative aims to provide nutritious food support to vulnerable households, particularly children unde…
Protect Your Votes During 2027 Elections, Stakeholders Urge Nigerians
Abuja: The Abuja School of Social and Political Thought (ASPT) and other electoral stakeholders have urged Nigerians to actively protect their votes during the 2027 general elections. They made the call in Abuja during a public hearing themed, ‘2023 P…
2027 Elections Crucial for Nigeria’s Economic and Political Future, Says Tinubu Support Movement
Abuja: A political movement, National Movement for Tinubu-Shettima 2027 – Forward Nigeria, has emphasized the significance of the 2027 elections in Nigeria’s ongoing efforts towards economic transformation, national security, political stability, and …
National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies Bridges Gap Between Research and Policy
Abuja: Prof. Abubakar Sulaiman, Director-General of the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS), has announced that the institute is functioning as the primary engine room for bridging the gap between academic research and le…
NILDS Expands Legislative Support to 31 Nigerian State Assemblies: DG
Abuja: Director-General of the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS), Prof. Abubakar Sulaiman, announced that the institute has extended its capacity-building and legislative support services to 31 state Houses of Assembly …
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Medical Director Urges Youths to Drive Healthcare Innovation
Lagos: Dr Adeolu Arogundade, the Medical Director at Isolo General Hospital, Lagos State, has urged youths to develop innovative ideas capable of improving healthcare delivery. Arogundade made the call on Friday during a visit by the National Youth Co…
Meranda Advocates Mentorship to Develop Transformational Youth Leaders
Lagos: Mrs. Mojisola Meranda, Deputy Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, has called on stakeholders to guide the youth in channeling their energy and potential into meaningful achievements. Meranda made this call during her keynote address a…
Nigeria Joins 163 Nations to Support UN Resolution for Accurate Representation of Africa on Global Maps
Nigeria: Nigeria has joined forces with 163 other countries to endorse a groundbreaking African-led United Nations resolution aimed at correcting the world maps to fairly reflect Africa’s true geographical size. The UN General Assembly passed the land…
Group Warns Against Politicising Military, Defends CDS Oluyede
Abuja: The Citizens Security Awareness Initiative (CSAI), a civil society group, has issued a warning against attempts to politicise the Armed Forces, stating that such actions could erode public trust in the military. The group emphasized the importa…
FG and IFAD-LIFE-ND Launch Orientation for 6,100 Youth and Women in Agribusiness
Abuja: The Federal Government, in collaboration with the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) under the Livelihood Improvement and Family Enterprises in the Niger Delta (LIFE-ND) project, has begun orientation for 6,100 rural youth a…
OPay Reassures Continued Operations in Nigeria Amid Legal Action Over False Information
Lagos: OPay, a Nigerian fintech company, has reaffirmed its continued operations in Nigeria, dismissing reports that it plans to shut down.
According to News Agency of Nigeria, the company gave the assurance at a Town Hall held in Lagos on Wednesday …
Sage Grey Finance Ltd. Advocates Value-Chain Financing and Plans NGX Listing
Lagos: Sage Grey Finance Ltd. has advocated manufacturing value-chain financing as a strategy to strengthen businesses and support growth. The company also announced plans to obtain a commercial banking licence and list on the Nigerian Exchange Group …
Sanwo-Olu and Stakeholders Advocate Enhanced Nigeria-Britain Energy Collaboration
Lagos: Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, along with key economic stakeholders, has advocated for an intensified collaboration between Nigeria and Britain in the energy sector to bolster energy security and expedite Nigeria’s transition …
Nigeria’s Q2 GDP Growth Encouraging, Sustainability Uncertain
Abuja: An expert, Benjamin Ekeyi, has described Nigeria’s 4.43 per cent Q2 2026 Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth as encouraging, but cautioned against declaring the economy firmly on a sustainable recovery path. Ekeyi, a Public Finance Management a…