Freetown: The ECOWAS Council of Ministers opened its 96th Ordinary Session, gathering member-state representatives, Commission officials, institutional leaders, and development partners for deliberations focused on regional integration, peace, securit…
Tunji-Ojo Highlights Technology and Classification as Key Tools for Inmate Rehabilitation
Abuja: The Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has emphasized the importance of inmates’ classification and the integration of technology as critical components in the management of Correctional Centres across the African continent. This sta…
Cleric Urges Nigerians to Embrace Elections as a Celebration of Choice
Abuja: Malam Fuad Adeyemi, Executive Director and National Chief Imam of Al-Habibiyyah Islamic Society, has called on Nigerians to view the electoral process as a celebration of choice rather than a period of fear. Speaking at a One-Day Stakeholders’ …
Army Nabs Suspected Illegal Mining Kingpin, Three Others in FCT
Abuja: Troops of the 176 Guards Battalion have arrested a suspected kingpin of an illegal mining syndicate and three other suspects during a raid on illegal mining sites in Gwagwalada Area Council of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). This is contai…
Juldeh Jalloh, President Bio Conduct Final Inspection of Lungi Conference Centre Ahead of ECOWAS Summit
Lungi: Vice President Dr. Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh joined President Dr. Julius Maada Bio Thursday for the final inspection of the President Julius Maada Bio International Conference Centre in Lungi, marking the completion of preparations for hosting the …
Forum Seeks Teacher Training on Child Protection
Abuja: The Forum of African Women Educationists (FAWE) Nigeria has called for the training of teachers to enhance child protection and safeguarding practices in schools. The Chairperson of FAWE Nigeria, Mrs. Jiddere Kaddo, emphasized this need during …
Women’s Inclusion Key to Nigeria’s Economic Transformation – Experts
Lagos: Stakeholders have called for deliberate policies to expand women’s participation in leadership, entrepreneurship, and the economy, describing inclusion as critical to Nigeria’s economic transformation. The call was made on Wednesday at the Nige…
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Atlanta: Argentina produced a dramatic late comeback to defeat England 2-1 in a gripping FIFA World Cup semi-final and secure a place in the tournament’s final.
According to News Agency of Nigeria, the encounter was played at the Atlanta Stadium in …
Pharmacists Urge Professionals to Emulate Late Pharmanews Publisher’s Legacy
Lagos: Stakeholders in the pharmaceutical sector on Thursday urged members to uphold integrity and preserve the enduring legacy of the late Founder of Pharmanews, Sir Ifeanyi Atueyi. They spoke at the maiden edition of the Sir Ifeanyi Atueyi Memorial …
Pharmacists Urge Professionals to Emulate Late Pharmanews Publisher’s Legacy
Lagos: Stakeholders in the pharmaceutical sector on Thursday urged members to uphold integrity and preserve the enduring legacy of the late Founder of Pharmanews, Sir Ifeanyi Atueyi. They spoke at the maiden edition of the Sir Ifeanyi Atueyi Memorial …
Pharmacists Urge Professionals to Emulate Late Pharmanews Publisher’s Legacy
Lagos: Stakeholders in the pharmaceutical sector on Thursday urged members to uphold integrity and preserve the enduring legacy of the late Founder of Pharmanews, Sir Ifeanyi Atueyi. They spoke at the maiden edition of the Sir Ifeanyi Atueyi Memorial …
Abuja: Amnesty International Nigeria has urged Nigeria and the international community to intensify efforts toward ending atrocities and restoring peace in conflict-ridden Sudan. Mr Auwal Rafsanjani, Executive Director of the Civil Society Legislative…
Election Violence Identified as Major Threat to Democratic Transitions by NOA Director-General
Abuja: The Director-General of the National Orientation Agency (NOA), Malam Lanre Issa-Onilu, has highlighted election violence as a significant threat to peaceful democratic transitions. Issa-Onilu shared this perspective during a news conference in …
Bayelsa Government Enhances Worker Benefits with New Allowances and Extended Retirement Age
Abuja: The Bayelsa Government has approved a fresh welfare package for its workers, encompassing new allowances, promotion arrears, pension benefits, and an extension of the retirement age for health workers. The Deputy Governor, Mr. Peter Akpe, annou…
Senate Committee Urges North Central Commission to Prioritise Agriculture, Rural Development
Abuja: The Chairman, Senate Committee on the North Central Development Commission (NCDC), Sen. Titus Zam (Benue North-West) has called on the commission to prioritise agriculture and rural development. Zam said this is to accelerate economic growth an…
FG Reaffirms Commitment to Modernising Nigeria’s Museums
Abuja: Hannatu Musawa, Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy, has reiterated the Federal Government’s commitment to revamping museums across the country to position them as modern repositories for Nigeria’s cultural and historic herit…
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Youth Reality Show ‘Buge Buge Hustle’ Aims to Foster Peace and Entrepreneurship in North-West Nigeria
Abuja: The European Union (EU) and Search for Common Ground (SFCG) have expressed confidence that a new youth-focused reality television show will promote entrepreneurship, discourage violent extremism, and inspire young people across Nigeria. The par…
ITF and NBTE Harmonise Mandates for Enhanced Skills Development
Abuja: The Industrial Training Fund (ITF) and the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) have strengthened collaboration to promote skills development and support industrial growth through a clearer division of responsibilities. The ITF Directo…
ICPC Urges Lawmakers for Enhanced Collaboration in Anti-Corruption Efforts
Abuja: The Chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), Dr. Musa Aliyu, SAN, has emphasized the need for a stronger partnership between Parliament and anti-corruption agencies to effectively combat corrup…
NEPC Calls for Alternative Funding Sources for ECOWAS Trade Promotion
Abuja: The Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC), Mrs Nonye Ayeni, has urged members of the ECOWAS Trade Promotion Organisation (TPO) to seek alternate funding for its activities. Ayeni made this appeal through a stat…
POWA President Encourages Women to Foster Resilience and Empowerment
Abuja: The National President of the Police Officers’ Wives Association (POWA), Mrs. Mutiat Disu, has called on women, especially the wives of police officers, to maintain resilience against life’s adversities by harnessing their strength, purpose, an…
367 Nigerians Become Homeowners Under FMBN’s Rent-to-Own Scheme in 2025
Abuja: The Federal Mortgage Bank of Nigeria (FMBN) has announced that 367 Nigerians have become homeowners through its Rent-to-Own Scheme in 2025, with properties valued at over N7.1 billion. This announcement was made by the bank’s Managing Director …
FG Unveils Nigeria Genomic City to Drive Research, Innovation
Abuja: The Federal Government has unveiled the Nigeria Genomic City initiative as part of efforts to transform the country into a knowledge and innovation-driven economy through scientific research, biotechnology, and precision medicine. The Minister …
Abuja City Walk: A Gateway to Multi-Billion-Dollar Future – Tinubu
Abuja: President Bola Tinubu has hailed the Abuja City Walk as a significant step towards a multi-billion-dollar future for Nigeria’s Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The 250-hectare mixed-use urban mega project was unveiled in Abuja by Vice President…
FG Prioritises Land Administration Reforms to Expand Affordable Housing Access
Abuja: The Federal Government says it is prioritising land administration reforms to expand access to affordable housing for low-income earners and informal workers across the country.
According to News Agency of Nigeria, the Minister of Housing and…