Lagos: The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has issued a warning to Nigerians at home and abroad, as well as foreign nationals, cautioning them against using unauthorised platforms for passport and visa payments. This announcement was made through th…
FG Destroys 2,819 Illicit Arms in Abuja, Vows Tougher Action Against Traffickers
Abuja: The Federal Government on Thursday destroyed 2,819 illicit, decommissioned, and unserviceable small arms and light weapons, reinforcing its resolve to curb the proliferation of illegal weapons that fuel insecurity across the country. The destru…
NADF Advocates Demand-Driven Research to Transform Africa’s Agriculture
Abuja: The Executive Secretary of the National Agricultural Development Fund (NADF), Mohammed Ibrahim, has urged African countries to move beyond financing agricultural research and focus on building innovation ecosystems that connect research with in…
Reliable Data Missing Link in Nigeria’s Housing Sector – FHFL
Abuja: Family Homes Funds Limited (FHFL) says the absence of reliable housing data remains a major obstacle to effective planning, policymaking and regulation in Nigeria’s housing sector. The Executive Director, Operations, FHFL, Dr. Emeka Inegbu, hig…
A’Ibom Community Stages Protest Against Oil Firms for 17 Years of Neglect
Unyenge: Indigenes of the Unyenge community in Mbo Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom took to the streets on Thursday to protest against what they describe as 17 years of neglect by oil firms operating in their area. Led by the Unyenge Youth President…
NUC Recognises Jigawa Medical University as 70th State-Owned Institution
Abuja: The National Universities Commission (NUC) has recognised the Jigawa State University of Medical and Allied Sciences as Nigeria’s 70th state-owned university, marking a milestone in efforts to strengthen healthcare education. The recognition al…
2027: Forum Insists on Southern Presidency
Abuja: The Southern and Middle Belt Leaders Forum (SMBLF) has reiterated its demand that the Southern region should produce the next president of Nigeria in the 2027 general elections. The forum made its position known in a communiqu© issued at the en…
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WAFU-U20: Flying Eagles Humble Togo 3-0
Abuja: The Flying Eagles of Nigeria defeated the U-20 football team of Togo 3-0 on Thursday in the second Group B match of the ongoing WAFU-U20 tournament in Cote d’Ivoire.
According to News Agency of Nigeria, the young Sparrow Hawks of Togo held th…
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 Director-General of the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS), Prof. Abubakar Sulaiman, has called on the Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC) to bolster institutional governance, procedu…
Group Appeals to Tinubu, AGF Over Alleged Move to Remove Bayelsa LG Chairperson
Abuja: The Centre for Women’s Rights and Development Initiative has appealed to President Bola Tinubu and the Attorney-General of the Federation to intervene in the alleged plot to suspend Mrs Alice Tangi, the chairperson of Sagbama local government a…
ICPC Calls for Enhanced Anti-Corruption Measures at News Agency of Nigeria
Abuja: The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has urged the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) to bolster its Anti-Corruption and Transparency Unit (ACTU) to improve accountability. This call was made during the inaug…
2027: Your Votes Will Count, INEC Assures Nigerians
Abuja: The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has assured Nigerians that every vote will count in the 2027 general elections, saying the commission is committed to consolidating the nation’s democratic governance. INEC Deputy Director of…
Abuja: Nigerian filmmakers and creative professionals have said that Artificial Intelligence (AI) was reshaping the visual storytelling ecosystem in Nigeria. They stated this in separate interviews with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Wednesday.
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Tackling Post-Harvest Losses Key to Stable Tomato Prices, Expert Says
Abuja: An agriculture technical expert, Mr Tony Ifeakandu, has called for coordinated efforts to tackle post-harvest losses in Nigeria’s tomato value chain, saying improved storage and preservation systems are key to stabilising supply and prices. Ife…
Foundation Unveils Initiative to Support 100 Teenage Mothers
Abuja: The Knowing and Becoming Foundation has unveiled an initiative to provide education, healthcare, mentorship, and livelihood support to 100 vulnerable teenage mothers. The Chief Executive Officer of the foundation, Miss Ene Samuel, disclosed thi…
Wike Assures Completion of Abuja Projects Under Tinubu’s Administration
Abuja: Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has assured residents that no project will be abandoned under President Bola Tinubu’s administration. He gave this assurance following an inspection of the ongoing construction of th…
PAN Trains Poultry Farmers on Technology Adoption for Improved Productivity
Lagos: The Poultry Association of Nigeria (PAN), Lagos State Chapter, on Thursday sensitised poultry farmers on the importance of adopting modern technology to improve productivity and profitability. The sensitisation took place during the association…
Nasarawa Community Laments Destruction by Roaming Cattle, Urges Government Intervention
Aso: Residents and farmers in Aso community, Karu Local Government Area, Nasarawa State, have decried the activities of roaming cattle, alleging that they have continued to destroy farmlands in the area. According to News Agency of Nigeria, herds of c…
NHRC Receives Over 1.5 Million Human Rights Violation Complaints in Six Months
Abuja: The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has reported receiving over 1.5 million complaints of human rights violations within a six-month period. This data is contained within the NHRC dashboard and observatory reports spanning from January …
Stakeholders Advocate Real-Time Data for Environmental Governance in Nigeria
Abuja: Stakeholders in Nigeria’s environmental sector have called for the adoption of real-time data and low-cost technology to strengthen environmental governance, climate action, accountability, and evidence-based policymaking across communities and…
Agricultural Institutions Advocate for Enhanced Policy Support to Boost Innovation in Nigeria
Abuja: Agricultural institutions have called for greater investment, collaboration, and policy support to scale up research-driven innovations capable of transforming Nigeria’s food systems, creating jobs, and improving rural livelihoods. The call was…
Military Pledges Neutrality and Professionalism for Nigeria’s 2027 Elections
Abuja: The Armed Forces of Nigeria on Thursday reaffirmed their commitment to neutrality, professionalism and adherence to human rights in the conduct of the 2027 General Elections. The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Gen. Olufemi Oluyede, emphasized th…