GDP Growth Fails to Improve Living Standards in Nigeria – Experts
Abuja: Some economic experts have expressed mixed reactions to Nigeria’s 4.43 per cent Q2 2026 Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth, with some saying it is yet to translate into improved living standards for most Nigerians.
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Cleric Calls for Integrity and Service in Nigeria Amid Challenges
Abuja: Rev. Fr. Kenneth Agwu, General Manager/Editor-in-Chief of Good Shepherd Newspaper, a Catholic Church publication, has emphasized the need for a renewal of character, conscience, and leadership to tackle Nigeria’s pressing issues of insecurity, …
Expert Urges African Governments to Prioritise Dementia Care
Abuja: Dr Oma Iyoko, Chairperson of Dementia Africa, has urged African governments to make dementia a public health priority, highlighting the condition’s neglect in the health sector. Iyoko made her appeal at the inaugural Dementia Africa Conference …
Tinubu Celebrates Vice-President Shettima’s Milestone 60th Birthday
Abuja: President Bola Tinubu has extended his congratulations to Vice-President Kashim Shettima on the occasion of his 60th birthday, acknowledging him as a trusted ally, patriot, and an indispensable partner in governance.
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‘Properties of the Gods’ Movie to Address Osu Caste System
Enugu: New movie, ‘Properties of the Gods’, which seeks to address the Osu caste system and the issue of social exclusion in Igboland, is set to premiere in cinemas nationwide on Sept. 4. The producer of the movie, Mr. Joseph Okechukwu, disclosed this…
Dr. Ogudoro Urges Nigerian School Leaders to Shift Focus from Administration to Education
Ikeja: Dr Peter Ogudoro, Founder of Nigerian Teachers, has raised concerns over the tendency of school leaders and counsellors in Nigeria to prioritize administrative duties over their core responsibilities of teaching, guidance, and student developme…
After Recapitalisation: Insurance Shareholders Demand Better Returns
Lagos: Insurance shareholders have called for increased penetration, improved dividends, stronger corporate governance, and enhanced regulatory supervision following the sector’s recapitalisation. The shareholder associations made the call in intervie…
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Abuja: Dr Oladipo Kolawole, an infectious disease expert, has emphasized the necessity for Africa to enhance its capabilities in owning, analyzing, and developing Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools tailored to its genomic data. This initiative aims to…
No Lopsided Appointments at NILDS, Says Director-General
Abuja: Director-General of the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS), Prof. Abubakar Sulaiman, has dismissed allegations of lopsided appointments and violations of the federal character principle at the institute. Sulaiman,…
NILDS Director-General Calls for Security Sector Reforms and Research-Based Solutions
Abuja: Director-General of the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS), Prof. Abubakar Sulaiman, has advocated for comprehensive reforms in Nigeria’s security sector and emphasized the importance of research-based solutions t…
NILDS Trains 300 Lawyers in Legislative Drafting Amid Skills Gap
Abuja: The National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS) has announced that it has successfully trained over 300 young legal practitioners in legislative drafting through its specialised internship programme. This development comes…
National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies Bridges Gap Between Research and Policy
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Institutionalising SBCC as a Core Government Function Urged by Experts
Abuja: Some Behavioural Change Experts have called for Nigeria to institutionalise Social and Behaviour Change Communication (SBCC) as a core government function, emphasizing the need for dedicated staffing, sustainable financing, and the integration …
Nigeria Customs’ Digital Shift: Is Workforce Ready?
Lagos: Globally, customs administrations are shifting from manual processes to automated, data-driven, and intelligence-led risk management. This transformation is fueled by advancements in Artificial Intelligence (AI), data analytics, and machine lea…
Nigeria Urged to Localise SBCC Interventions for Effective Solutions – CCSI
Abuja: The Centre for Communication and Social Impact (CCSI) has urged Nigeria to localise Social and Behaviour Change Communication (SBCC) interventions. The centre called on the Federal Government to leverage existing evidence, community structures,…
FG, IFAD Leverage AI to Enhance Agricultural Extension Services in Nigeria
Abuja: The Federal Government, International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), and various stakeholders are harnessing Artificial Intelligence (AI) to revolutionize agricultural extension services in Nigeria, aiming to bridge the current gap i…
Summer School SA Brings Together Young Leaders from BRICS, Global South
Pretoria: The South African BRICS Youth Association (SABYA), in collaboration with the University of South Africa (UNISA), is set to host the 5th BRICS Summer School South Africa 2026 on September 2 and 3, 2026. The event will be held at UNISA in Pret…
ADC Inaugurates Reconciliation Committee, Seeks Unity Ahead of 2027
Abuja: The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has inaugurated a national reconciliation and peace committee to strengthen unity, rebuild trust, and resolve grievances ahead of the 2027 general elections. National Chairman of the ADC, Sen. David Mark, w…
Congo Ebola Death Toll Tops 3,000
Kinshasa: More than 3,000 people have died from Ebola in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) since the current outbreak was declared in mid-May, health authorities said on Wednesday. A total of 6,186 cases have been confirmed, including 3,007 death…
MAN and Liberian Maritime Authority Forge Partnership to Enhance Africa’s Blue Economy
Abuja: The Maritime Academy of Nigeria (MAN) has announced a strategic partnership with the Liberia Maritime Authority and the Liberia Maritime Training Institute to bolster Africa’s maritime economy and education. This collaboration aims to promote s…
Healthcare Foundation Urges UK to Lead Debt Crisis Reforms
Lokoja: The AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) has urged the United Kingdom (UK) to lead concrete action against the global sovereign debt crisis. The foundation made the call ahead of the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) in Antigua and …