Abidjan:Sierra Leone’s Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Dr. Henry Musa Kpaka, has been appointed as the Chair of the Africa Rice Centre (AfricaRice) Council of Ministers. This appointment secures Sierra Leone a prominent leadership position …
Experts Call for Investment in African Sports Development at CANEX 2026
Lagos:Sports administrators and industry experts have emphasized the need for increased investment in grassroots sports, improved talent identification, and stronger partnerships to create sustainable career pathways for African athletes. This call wa…
Oramah Calls for Africa-Caribbean Unity to Achieve Self-Reliance
Lagos:A former President of the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank), Prof. Benedict Oramah, has championed the cause for stronger economic and institutional integration between Africa and the Caribbean. His remarks were made during the Creative N…
Unicorns Club Donates N500,000 to Support Medical Bills at FMC Jabi
Abuja:The Unicorns Club, a social and networking group of professionals, has donated N500,000 to the Federal Medical Centre (FMC) in Jabi, Abuja. This significant contribution aims to support the payment of medical bills for 11 indigent patients at th…
Namibia and Sierra Leone Collaborate on Gender-Based Violence Management Systems
Taipei:Bombali The Ministry of Gender and Children’s Affairs (MoGCA), in collaboration with the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) under the Spotlight Initiative, has strengthened its partnership with Namibia to enhance the implementation of the G…
UNIMAID Alumni Association Aims for N1 Billion Scholarship Fund
Abuja:The Global President of the University of Maiduguri (UNIMAID) Alumni Association, Baba Shettima-Kukawa, has announced an ambitious target to establish a one-billion-Naira scholarship fund to support the institution’s members and students.
Acco…
TAILG Unveils Advanced Technology and Product Range at EICMA 2026
Nigeria Implements New Policies to Boost Creative Economy Investment
Lagos:The Federal Government of Nigeria is rolling out a series of policies and investment initiatives aimed at bolstering the country’s creative economy. These measures seek to attract capital and enable creatives to retain more profits from their in…
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Rangers Int’l FC Secures Third Consecutive Win with 1-0 Victory Over Kwara Utd
Awka:Rangers International Football Club of Enugu clinched a 1-0 victory over Kwara United FC, securing three points on matchday 12 of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season. The match took place at the Awka Township Stadium.
According to…
Okapi Children Cancer Foundation Raises N45.18 Million for Cancer Support
Abuja:The Okapi Children Cancer Foundation (OkapiCCF) has successfully raised N45.18 million to support children battling cancer for the 2026/2027 intervention year. This effort is aimed at increasing access to life-saving treatment and care for affec…
Okapi Children Cancer Foundation Raises N45.18 Million for Cancer Support
Abuja:The Okapi Children Cancer Foundation (OkapiCCF) has successfully raised N45.18 million to support children battling cancer for the 2026/2027 intervention year. This effort is aimed at increasing access to life-saving treatment and care for affec…
Okapi Children Cancer Foundation Raises N45.18 Million for Cancer Support
Abuja:The Okapi Children Cancer Foundation (OkapiCCF) has successfully raised N45.18 million to support children battling cancer for the 2026/2027 intervention year. This effort is aimed at increasing access to life-saving treatment and care for affec…
Osogbo:An All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain, Olatunbosun Oyintiloye, has called on party leaders and stakeholders in Osun to prioritize unity and sacrifice personal interests for the re-election of President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 general ele…
Delta APC Official Condemns Political Violence Following NDC Supporters’ Procession
Asaba:Dr. Tonye Timi, an official of the Delta All Progressives Congress (APC) Campaign Council, has condemned the violence that occurred during a road procession by supporters of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) along Nnebisi Road in Asaba on Sa…
Oshodi-Isolo LG Chairman Urges Support for APC Candidates in 2027 Elections
Lagos:Mr. Kehinde Almaroof-Oloyede, Chairman of Oshodi-Isolo Local Government, has called on residents to support the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidates in the 2027 elections. He believes their support is vital for sustaining development and e…
Dangote Group CFO Advocates for Enhanced Global Awareness of Nigerian Products
Lagos:Mr. Bruce Tanner, Chief Financial Officer of Dangote Group, has highlighted the need for increased visibility of Nigerian products on the international stage and urged for stronger intra-African trade links. Speaking during an interview at the A…
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SDP Rules Out ‘Rainbow Coalition’ as It Prepares for 2027 Elections
Lagos:The Medical Director of Orile-Agege General Hospital, Dr. Temitope Bakare, highlighted the critical role of clinical governance in ensuring safe, patient-centered, and quality healthcare delivery at the hospital’s sixth annual strategic manageme…
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Funke Akindele Advocates for Collaboration and Support in Nigerian Film Industry
Lagos:Filmmaker and actress Funke Akindele has called for increased collaboration among filmmakers and support for emerging creatives to enhance Nigeria’s film industry and broaden its global presence. Akindele emphasized these points during a firesid…
Actors and Directors Guilds Form Joint Committee for Francis Duru’s Burial
Abuja:The Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN) and the Directors Guild of Nigeria (DGN) have established a 27-member joint burial committee to honor the late Nollywood actor, Francis Duru.
According to News Agency of Nigeria, the guilds announced this init…
Namibia and Sierra Leone Collaborate on Gender-Based Violence Management Systems
Taipei:Bombali The Ministry of Gender and Children’s Affairs (MoGCA), in collaboration with the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) under the Spotlight Initiative, has strengthened its partnership with Namibia to enhance the implementation of the G…
Federal Government Calls on Veterinarians to Enhance Animal Healthcare Services
Ado-Ekiti:Abuja The Federal Government has called on veterinarians working in modern veterinary hospitals to deliver prompt and accurate services to livestock farmers. The Minister of Livestock Development, Idi Maiha, emphasized the importance of main…
Sierra Leone Government and Partners Reaffirm Commitment to Expand WASH Services
Freetown:Government officials, development partners, and civil society organizations have reiterated their commitment to enhancing access to safe water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) services in Sierra Leone, focusing on underserved communities.
Ac…
NADF and Sahel Capital Partner to Boost Agribusiness Financing in Nigeria
Abuja:The National Agricultural Development Fund (NADF) and Sahel Capital Fund Manager Ltd. have entered into a strategic partnership to enhance financing options for agribusinesses in Nigeria through a newly signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).
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Margaret June James Installed as Second Chancellor of KUST, Focuses on Advancing Science and Technology Education
Koidu:The University of Science and Technology (KUST) has appointed Margaret June James as its second Chancellor, marking a significant milestone in the advancement of women’s leadership within Sierra Leone’s higher education sector.
According to Si…
Federal Government Launches Livestock Productivity Scheme in Ondo State
Erbil:Abuja The Federal Government has launched the Livestock Productivity and Resilience Support Project (L-PRES) Private Veterinary Services (PVS) Scheme in Ondo State. This initiative aims to enhance access to animal healthcare for livestock farmer…
Democracy Identified as Key Driver for Africa’s Creative Industry Growth
Lagos:Ben Murray-Bruce, Founder of Silverbird Group, has emphasized the importance of democracy, political involvement, and enhanced financing access for the growth of Africa’s creative industry.
According to News Agency of Nigeria, Murray-Bruce mad…