Abuja: The Managing Director of SUNU Health Nigeria Ltd., Dr. Moyosore Olomola, has advocated for stronger legislation to expand health insurance coverage and expedite the realization of Universal Health Coverage (UHC) in Nigeria. Olomola emphasized t…
NADF and NBS Forge Strategic Alliance to Enhance Agricultural Data Utilization
Abuja: The National Agricultural Development Fund (NADF) and the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) have formalized a partnership through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at advancing agricultural data generation, validation, …
Army Rescues Abducted Officer, Civilian After 10-Day Search in Enugu
Abuja: Troops of the Nigerian Army have rescued a kidnapped senior military officer, Lt.-Col. Ofor Amobi, and a civilian, Mr. Ikechukwu Onwuanra, after a 10-day joint search-and-rescue operation in Enugu State. This is contained in a military operatio…
VNDC Praises Gavi for $500 Million Boost to Nigeria’s Immunisation
Abuja: The Vaccine Network for Disease Control (VNDC) has commended Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, for approving nearly $500 million to strengthen Nigeria’s immunisation programme and primary healthcare system over the next five years. The Chief Executiv…
Commission to Unlock North-East Economic Potential
Abuja: The North-East Development Commission (NEDC) is set to unlock the region’s economic potential by accelerating investments that promote industrialisation, regional connectivity, energy security, enterprise development, and human capital. The Man…
Alausa to Implement Kaduna’s Household Mapping Model Nationwide to Address Out-of-School Children
Abuja: The Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, announced that the Ministry of Education will adopt the household mapping model pioneered by Kaduna State for a nationwide rollout aimed at accurately identifying out-of-school children and facilitat…
Stock Market Gains N11.11 Trillion in July: Analyst Projects Bullish August
Lagos: The Nigerian equities market rebounded strongly in July, with investors gaining N11.109 trillion as renewed interest in banking stocks lifted the market after the N13.3 trillion loss recorded in June.
According to News Agency of Nigeria, the r…
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Commonwealth Games: Amusan Wins Bronze in Women’s 100m Hurdles
Abuja: Nigeria’s sprint hurdler, Tobi Amusan has won a bronze medal in the women’s 100m hurdles at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, ending her reign as Commonwealth champion.
According to News Agency of Nigeria, Amusan, who previously claimed gol…
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FG to Conduct 25,000 Free Cataract Surgeries by 2027: Salako
Abuja: The Federal Government has announced plans to conduct 25,000 free cataract surgeries across Nigeria by the end of 2027. This initiative aims to combat avoidable blindness and improve access to quality eye care services. Dr. Iziaq Salako, the Mi…
FG to Conduct 25,000 Free Cataract Surgeries by 2027: Salako
Abuja: The Federal Government has announced plans to conduct 25,000 free cataract surgeries across Nigeria by the end of 2027. This initiative aims to combat avoidable blindness and improve access to quality eye care services. Dr. Iziaq Salako, the Mi…
FG to Conduct 25,000 Free Cataract Surgeries by 2027: Salako
Abuja: The Federal Government has announced plans to conduct 25,000 free cataract surgeries across Nigeria by the end of 2027. This initiative aims to combat avoidable blindness and improve access to quality eye care services. Dr. Iziaq Salako, the Mi…
Abuja: The Social Democratic Party (SDP) Women Parliament has welcomed the publication of Dr Adewole Adebayo’s name by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) as the party’s presidential candidate. The National Speaker of the parliament, …
Nasarawa Governorship Hopeful Defends Tinubu, Unveils Agenda
Abuja: The All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate for Nasarawa State, Sen. Ahmed Wadada, has defended President Bola Tinubu’s policies and programmes, citing improving economic indicators. Wadada spoke on Thursday after meeting Preside…
Sen. Dickson Receives Democracy Award, Calls for Defence of Constitutional Rule, Stronger ECOWAS
Abuja: Sen. Seriake Dickson, National Leader of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), has received the Pillar of Nigeria Democracy Award at the Diplomatic Digest’s sixth anniversary lecture. The event was organised in collaboration with the Diplomati…
Arrested Suspects in Osun Not Linked to Accord Party, Says Imumolen
Abuja: Prof. Chris Imumolen, the factional National Chairman of the Accord Party, has clarified that the individuals recently apprehended in Osun and currently under police investigation are not recognized as members or stakeholders of the Accord Part…
Abuja: Mrs. Luciana Ojeniyi, founder of the AI-powered Virtual Try-On platform, Luciana, has called for increased investment in Nigeria’s creative ecosystem to foster job creation and contribute significantly to national economic growth. In an intervi…
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Nigeria Faces Over 4,700 Weekly Cyberattacks, Cybersecurity Expert Warns
Lagos: Cybersecurity professional, Mr. Anthony Fakiyesi, has highlighted that data localisation alone is insufficient in safeguarding Nigeria’s digital ecosystem from the escalating threat of cyberattacks.
According to News Agency of Nigeria, Fakiy…
ADC Chieftain Urges Disability Inclusion, National Development
Abuja: The National Leader of Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Dr Chike Okogwu, has called for greater attention to disability inclusion and other national development priorities. Okogwu made the call in a sta…
Saraki to Inaugurate Largest Private ICT Centre in North-East
Bauchi: Former Senate President, Dr Bukola Saraki, is set to inaugurate a private Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Centre in Azare, Katagum Local Government Area of Bauchi State, on August 16. This centre, developed by Usman Adamu-Suphi,…
Queen Fashola-Macgregor Honoured as Global Peace Ambassador
Abuja: Queen of Orile Ilawo Kingdom, Egbaland in Ogun, Omolara Fashola-Macgregor, has been conferred with the Global Peace Ambassador Award by the World Human Rights and Peace Commission (WHRAPC), Nigeria. She was also designated National Patron of WH…
Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Commission Resumes Pilgrimages to Israel
Abuja: The Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Commission (NCPC) has officially lifted its suspension on Christian pilgrimages to Israel. This decision comes after a comprehensive evaluation of the security conditions in the Holy Land, as announced by the Exec…
Stakeholders Call for Formalisation of Anambra’s E-Waste Sector for Safer Recycling
Anambra: Stakeholders in Anambra have called for formalisation of the state’s e-waste sector to promote safer recycling and sustainable environmental management. The call was made on Friday at the Anambra E-Waste Collectors and Aggregators Roundtable,…
African University of Science and Technology Inducts First PhD Students in Leadership and Public Policy
Abuja: The African University of Science and Technology (AUST), Abuja, on Friday inducted its first Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) students in Leadership and Governance, and Policy and Strategic Studies.
According to News Agency of Nigeria, the institu…
Lagos Begins Pump Installation at Iju, Akute Water Facilities
Lagos: The Lagos State Government has commenced the installation of new pumps at the Iju Headworks and Akute water intake stations.
According to News Agency of Nigeria, the project is aimed at increasing water production, improving operational effi…
Royals and Leaders Collaborate to Enhance Nigeria’s Security Framework
Abuja: Traditional rulers, religious leaders, security chiefs, and policymakers convened on Friday to explore strategies for developing a more robust, inclusive, and sustainable security framework in Nigeria. They gathered at the inaugural National Ci…