St. petersburg: The population of the BRICS countries, which accounts for 42 percent of the world’s population, is becoming younger, making it essential to focus on youth in the development of the agricultural sector. This is because they represent th…
Electricity Reform: Stakeholders Explore New Subsidy Models for Sustainable Power Supply
Abuja: Stakeholders in Nigeria’s electricity sector have called for innovative pricing frameworks and alternative subsidy models as states increasingly assume responsibility for regulating and developing their electricity markets. They made the call o…
Dangote Refinery Ramps Up to 700,000bpd Production
Lagos: Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals has increased its crude oil processing capacity to 700,000 barrels per day (bpd) in a performance test conducted by the Process Licensors. A statement by the group said this marks a significant mile…
FG Assures Safe Return of Abducted Pupils and Teachers in Oyo
Abuja: The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Mohammed Idris, emphasized that ensuring the safe return of abducted school pupils and teachers in Oyo State is a top national priority. Idris made this assurance during a news confer…
Nigeria Volleyball Federation Names New National Team Coaches
Abuja: The Nigeria Volleyball Federation (NVBF) has appointed coaches for its senior, age-grade, and beach volleyball national teams following a comprehensive selection and screening process. The appointments were announced in a statement issued on Th…
Effective Supervision Vital to SIWES Success, Says Bingham VC
Abuja: The Vice-Chancellor of Bingham University, Prof. Haruna Ayuba, has emphasised the importance of effective supervision and mentorship in ensuring the success of the Students Industrial Work Experience Scheme (SIWES). Ayuba stated this on Thursda…
Tinubu’s Procurement Reforms Shift FEC’s Focus From Routine Contract Approvals
Abuja: Dr. Adebowale Adedokun, Director-General of the Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP), announced that the procurement reforms under President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda have significantly reduced the Federal Executive Council’s (FEC) role i…
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Diplomats Praise Football as a Catalyst for Building Strong International Ties
Abuja: Diplomats and stakeholders have highlighted the role of football in promoting unity, cultural exchange, and stronger bilateral relations among nations. They spoke during a football viewing party organized by the Office of the Senior Special Ass…
Poland Holds Nigeria to 2-2 Draw in Warsaw
NNPC Foundation Donates MRI Machine to National Orthopedic Hospital Kano
Abuja: The Nigeria National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Foundation has donated a 1.5 Tesla Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) system to the National Orthopaedic Hospital, Dala in Kano, to enhance healthcare service delivery in northern Nigeria. The medical…
NNPC Foundation Donates MRI Machine to National Orthopedic Hospital Kano
Abuja: The Nigeria National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Foundation has donated a 1.5 Tesla Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) system to the National Orthopaedic Hospital, Dala in Kano, to enhance healthcare service delivery in northern Nigeria. The medical…
NNPC Foundation Donates MRI Machine to National Orthopedic Hospital Kano
Abuja: The Nigeria National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Foundation has donated a 1.5 Tesla Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) system to the National Orthopaedic Hospital, Dala in Kano, to enhance healthcare service delivery in northern Nigeria. The medical…
Abuja: The House of Representatives Spouses Association (HORSA) has described the Special Seats Bill as a strategic measure to promote inclusive governance rather than replace men’s seats in the legislature. The President of HORSA, Dr. Fatima Tajudeen…
Edo Government Launches Simplified Disability Rights Law
Benin: The Edo Government has unveiled a simplified version of its disability rights law designed to benefit persons living with disabilities across the 18 local government areas of the state. This initiative aims to enhance the protection of the righ…
IOM Provides Medical Aid for Libya Returnees with Severe Conditions
Lagos: The International Organization for Migration (IOM) in Nigeria is providing medical aid to seven migrants with severe medical conditions among 182 recently returned migrants from Libya. The IOM Lagos Transit Centre manager, Mr. Stanley Ukaegbu, …
Accord Disowns Olawepo-Hashim as Its 2027 Presidential Candidate
Abuja: The national leadership of Accord has disowned Dr. Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim as its presidential candidate for the 2027 general elections. The party’s National Chairman, Mr. Maxwell Mgbuden, issued a statement urging the public to disregard reports…
Abuja: Emeka Rollas, National President and Convener of Concerned Creatives Artistes and Entertainers Initiative for Tinubu, has called for the sustainability of reforms introduced in Nigeria’s creative sector under President Bola Tinubu’s administrat…
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NGO Distributes Hygiene Kits to Promote Menstrual Health Awareness
Abuja: An NGO, Tabitha Cumi Foundation (TCF), has distributed free menstrual hygiene kits and raised awareness on menstrual health to selected school girls in the FCT, to promote menstrual hygiene and tackle period poverty. The initiative aims to equi…
BPP Marks 19 Years of Reforms, Honours Pioneers
Abuja: The Director-General, Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP), Dr Adebowale Adedokun, says Nigeria’s public procurement system has evolved into a strategic instrument of economic transformation, transparency, and national development. Adedokun state…
FCDO and WRAHP Empower Northern Nigeria CSOs on SEAH Safeguarding
Abuja: The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) and the Women’s Rights and Health Project (WRAHP) have trained Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) in Northern Nigeria on safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse, and sexual harassm…
NEPZA and Federal Agencies Commit to Revenue Monitoring Platform
Abuja: The Nigeria Export Processing Zones Authority (NEPZA) and 20 other Federal Government agencies have resolved to integrate and adopt the Revenue Optimisation and Assurance Platform (RevOP). The agencies also resolved to integrate and adopt the F…
DBN Disburses N1 Trillion to MSMEs and Unveils Ambitious 5-Year Growth Plan
Lagos: The Development Bank of Nigeria (DBN) Plc has announced the disbursement of over N1 trillion to more than one million Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), supporting the creation of over 1.6 million jobs since its inception. This was re…
Global Shocks: AfDB Plans Emergency Support Package for African Countries
Abuja: The African Development Bank (AfDB) is considering an emergency support package to help African countries mitigate the economic impact of rising global uncertainties, including the ongoing Middle East crisis. Prof. Kevin Urama, the bank’s Chief…
AfDB Highlights Strategies to Enhance Domestic Capital Mobilisation in Nigeria
Abuja: The African Development Bank (AfDB) has identified critical strategies for Nigeria to enhance its domestic capital mobilisation. Prof. Kevin Urama, Chief Economist and Vice President for Economic Governance and Knowledge Management at the AfDB,…
Initiative Advocates AI Skills Development for Youths
Abuja: The Executive Director of CHEN Teen and Youth Development Initiative, Dr. Olushola Oresanya, highlighted the importance of equipping young people with the necessary knowledge and skills to succeed in the emerging artificial intelligence (AI) er…
Lawsuits as Tools of Intimidation: Nigeria’s Growing Concern Over Suppressive Litigation
Abuja: Are lawsuits becoming tools against public participation? The report further advocated public enlightenment campaigns, improved documentation of cases and the enactment of legal safeguards against abusive litigation.
According to News Agency …