Seoul: Sierra Leone on Sunday joined delegates from across Africa and the Republic of Korea at the Korea-Africa Senior Officials Meeting held at the Crystal Ballroom of the Lotte Hotel Seoul, ahead of the Korea-Africa Ministerial Meeting scheduled for…
Nigerian Navy Celebrates 70th Anniversary with Educational Outreach in Abuja
Abuja: The Nigerian Navy has organized an educational outreach to commemorate its 70th anniversary, aiming to promote education and discipline in its host communities. The event was held at the Byazhin Local Education Authority (LEA) Primary School, K…
Nigerian Scholar Bags 10 Honours at U.S. University for Health Communication Research
Reno: A Nigerian health communication scholar, Abdulmalik Lawal, has graduated from University of Nevada, Reno, United States of America, earning 10 major academic honours for research, science communication and public health scholarship. Lawal comple…
IOM Rescues 65,500 Stranded Nigerian Migrants, Supports 30,000
Lagos: The United Nations International Organization for Migration (UN-IOM) has rescued more than 65,500 stranded Nigerian migrants and empowered at least 30,000 returnees since 2017. Ms Fatima Adeyemi, IOM Project Assistant on Awareness Raising, disc…
CBN Unveils PSV 2028 to Enhance Nigeria’s Digital Economy
Abuja: The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) on Monday unveiled the Payments System Vision 2028 (PSV 2028) to strengthen the country’s digital economy and trade. Speaking in Abuja, CBN Governor, Olayemi Cardoso, said PSV 2028 aimed to deepen financial inc…
NUT Holds Rally to Demand Immediate Release of Abducted Pupils and Teachers Nationwide
Abuja: The Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) on Tuesday demanded the immediate, unconditional, and safe release of all teachers and students currently in captivity across the country. The union made this demand during a nationwide rally held in Abuja to…
Expert Urges Urgent Review of Nigeria’s Free Zones Act
Abuja: Dr Chris Ndibe, former General Manager of the Calabar Free Trade Zone, has called for the urgent review of Nigeria’s Free Zones Act, describing it as outdated and unsuitable for current economic realities in the country. He made the call in Abu…
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AACT 2026: LGAN Seeks Culture Ministry Partnership to Showcase Nigeria to Africa
Abuja: The Ladies Golf Association of Nigeria (LGAN) has sought partnership with the Federal Ministry of Art, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy for the successful hosting of the 2026 All Africa Challenge Trophy (AACT). LGAN President, Dr. Lami Ahm…
Board Inaugurates Digital Portals, New Standards for Rehabilitation Care
Abuja: The Medical Rehabilitation Therapists Board of Nigeria (MRTB) has introduced new standards for rehabilitation practice nationwide, inaugurating digital regulatory portals and implementing major policy reforms approved by the Federal Government….
Board Inaugurates Digital Portals, New Standards for Rehabilitation Care
Abuja: The Medical Rehabilitation Therapists Board of Nigeria (MRTB) has introduced new standards for rehabilitation practice nationwide, inaugurating digital regulatory portals and implementing major policy reforms approved by the Federal Government….
Board Inaugurates Digital Portals, New Standards for Rehabilitation Care
Abuja: The Medical Rehabilitation Therapists Board of Nigeria (MRTB) has introduced new standards for rehabilitation practice nationwide, inaugurating digital regulatory portals and implementing major policy reforms approved by the Federal Government….
Anambra: Some stakeholders in Anambra, Ebonyi, and Enugu states have voiced their support for the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC)’s decision to conduct by-elections for vacant legislative seats, asserting that it is not a waste of res…
Stakeholders Endorse Police Trust Fund Act Amendment to Enhance Security
Abuja: Stakeholders on Tuesday threw their weight behind the proposed amendment of the Nigeria Police Trust Fund (NPTF) Act, 2019. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the bill aims to strengthen funding for Nigeria Police Force and enhance i…
ADC Primary: Hayatu-Deen Rules Out Court Action, Calls for United Opposition
Abuja: Mohammed Hayatu-Deen, a former presidential aspirant on the platform of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), has ruled out challenging the outcome of the party’s May 25 presidential primary in court. Hayatu-Deen, however, expressed concerns o…
Ijaw, Urhobo Stakeholders Urge INEC to Implement Warri Delineation
Warri: The Ijaw and Urhobo people of Warri Federal Constituency have urged INEC to direct political parties to conduct primaries in newly created state constituencies. The call was made on Monday at a news conference in Ogbe-Ijoh, Warri South Local Go…
Abuja: A cross section of Nigerians residing in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) have expressed concerns over the mounting insecurity and severe economic hardship citizens are facing. They spoke with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in separate int…
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Naval Holdings Chief Plans Restructuring for Transparency, Efficiency
Suleja: Rear Adm. Hamza Ibrahim, Group Managing Director of Navy Holdings Limited (NHL), has unveiled plans to restructure the company’s subsidiaries for improved efficiency, transparency, and investment returns.
According to News Agency of Nigeria,…
Daily Times Marks 100th Anniversary, Emphasizes Knowledge and Innovation as Nigeria’s Future
Abuja: Mr. Fidelis Anosike, Group Chief Executive Officer of Folio Communications Limited, asserted that knowledge and innovation are pivotal to Nigeria’s development, as the Daily Times embarked on celebrations for its 100th anniversary. The Daily Ti…
NBSA Advocates Voluntary Blood Donation as WHO Unveils 2026 Global Slogan
Abuja: The National Blood Service Agency (NBSA) has intensified efforts to promote voluntary blood donation across Nigeria, following the unveiling of the 2026 World Blood Donor Day (WBDD) campaign slogan by the World Health Organisation (WHO).
Accor…
NAHCON Begins Transportation of Nigerian Pilgrims from Saudi Arabia on Wednesday
Makkah: The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has announced that the transportation of Nigerian pilgrims from Saudi Arabia will commence on Wednesday. The commission has advised returning pilgrims to adhere to baggage and documentation requ…
FG Inaugurates Renewed Hope Cooperative Reform Committee to Drive Sector-Wide Digitalisation
Abuja: The Federal Government has inaugurated the National Steering Committee (NSC) for the Renewed Hope Cooperative Reform and Revamp Programme (RH-CRRP) to strengthen cooperative governance and drive sector-wide digitalisation. The Minister of State…
Planting Season: Farmers Weigh Impact of Rainfall, Inputs on Production
Abuja: Farmers in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) and its environs have expressed mixed feelings over the impact of rainfall patterns and the rising cost of farm inputs on agricultural production.
According to News Agency of Nigeria, the farmers…
FG Confirms Adesokan as Cashew Association President
Abuja: The Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment (FMITI) has confirmed Mr Ademola Adesokan as the substantive President of the National Cashew Association of Nigeria (NCAN). The confirmation was conveyed in a letter signed by the Director…
CAN Announces Three-Day National Mourning to Address Insecurity Crisis
Abuja: The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has declared a three-day national mourning period from June 12 to June 14 to honor victims of violent attacks, mass abductions, and banditry across the country. The apex Christian body has also designa…
TAJBank Leads Nigeria’s Non-Interest Banking Sector with Record Growth
Abuja: TAJBank Limited, Nigeria’s premier non-interest bank (NIB), has maintained its position as the country’s largest ethical bank, as shown in the 2025 regulatory-approved financial statements of all NIBs. This achievement was announced by the Mana…