Abuja: The Executive Secretary of the National Universities Commission (NUC), Prof. Abdullahi Ribadu, has identified key challenges affecting Open Access publishing in Nigerian universities. Ribadu spoke at the 114th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of th…
Senate Confirms Amb. Enikanolaiye as Minister, Tasks Him on Improving Nigeria’s Global Image
Abuja: The Senate has confirmed Amb. Sola Enikanolaiye as the Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, following his nomination by President Bola Tinubu. The upper chamber also urged him to take a holistic view of key issues, including the killings of N…
UNICEF Calls for Enhanced Platforms to Empower Nigerian Adolescent Girls’ Voices
Osogbo: The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has called for increased support for platforms that amplify the voices of adolescent girls in Nigeria, amid persistent barriers confronting them. UNICEF Adolescent Development Specialist, Ngozi Izuor…
Chibok: Association Seeks Urgent Security, Humanitarian Response
Abuja: The Kibaku Area Development Association (KADA) has called for urgent intervention by the Federal Government and the international community over renewed attacks and displacement in Kautikari and neighbouring communities in Chibok, Borno. The ap…
Alleged Coup: I Was Deceived by Co-Suspects, Presidential Villa Worker Says
Abuja: Zekari Umoru, one of the defendants in the ongoing trial of six persons allegedly involved in the coup plot against President Bola Tinubu’s government, on Tuesday said he was deceived by co-suspects. Umoru, a Julius Berger Nigeria Plc employee …
Alausa Appoints Ikharo Attah as Special Adviser on Media, Communication
Abuja: The Federal Ministry of Education has announced the appointment of Mr. Ikharo Attah as Special Adviser on Media and Communication in the Office of the Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa.
According to News Agency of Nigeria, the announce…
Equities Market Surges by N26.2trn Amid Oil Rally and Dividend Boost
aLagos: The equities market experienced a significant surge in April, with gains amounting to N26.185 trillion, fueled by a positive crude oil outlook and robust corporate earnings that enhanced investor confidence. Market capitalization increased fro…
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Shaibu Urges Greater Synergy Between NIS and NSC for Sports Development
Abuja: Mr. Philip Shaibu, Director-General of the National Institute for Sports (NIS), has called for greater synergy between the Institute and the National Sports Commission (NSC). Speaking at a news conference on Tuesday, Shaibu highlighted the lack…
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Abuja Inaugurates 9 Cancer Care Projects to Improve Diagnosis, Treatment
Abuja: The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) on Tuesday inaugurated nine priority projects under the Abuja City Cancer Programme to strengthen prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of cancer across the city. At the inauguration, Mandate Secretary, FCT He…
Abuja Inaugurates 9 Cancer Care Projects to Improve Diagnosis, Treatment
Abuja: The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) on Tuesday inaugurated nine priority projects under the Abuja City Cancer Programme to strengthen prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of cancer across the city. At the inauguration, Mandate Secretary, FCT He…
Abuja Inaugurates 9 Cancer Care Projects to Improve Diagnosis, Treatment
Abuja: The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) on Tuesday inaugurated nine priority projects under the Abuja City Cancer Programme to strengthen prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of cancer across the city. At the inauguration, Mandate Secretary, FCT He…
Abuja: African Democratic Congress (ADC) has reduced its presidential nomination form fee to N90 million and released an updated schedule for its 2026 primary elections. The party had earlier set the presidential nomination form fee at N100 million.
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Okowa Enters 2027 Senate Race Amidst Allegations of Misappropriation
Asaba: The Former Governor of Delta, Senator Ifeanyi Okowa, is officially in the race for the Senate in the 2027 General Elections and is not involved in the alleged disappearance of N1.3 trillion state funds, as clarified by his former aide.
Accor…
INEC’s Restoration of State Constituencies Bold Step for Equitable Representation, Justice – Ododo
Lokoja: Gov. Ahmed Ododo of Kogi says the restoration of 20 suppressed state constituencies across Kogi, Benue, Delta, and Jigawa by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is a ‘bold step for equitable representation and justice for form…
Sule Lamido’s Son Joins Jigawa Governorship Race
Dutse: Mustapha Sule Lamido, a chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has officially entered the Jigawa governorship race for the 2027 election. Lamido, who is the son of Sule Lamido, a prominent figure in the PDP and former governor of the …
Lagos: The Nigerian Exchange Group Plc (NGX Group) has reaffirmed the organisation’s commitment to promoting high standards of corporate governance in collaboration with the Chartered Institute of Directors Nigeria (CIoD).
According to News Agency of…
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ADC Presidential Aspirant Hayatu-Deen Engages Young Entrepreneurs, Promises SME-Driven Economy
Abuja: An African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential aspirant, Mohammed Hayatu-Deen, on Wednesday, met young Nigerian entrepreneurs, promising to rebuild the economy by supporting small businesses and expanding opportunities. Speaking at the consu…
SDP Screens Adebayo and Other Aspirants Ahead of May 9 Convention
Abuja: The Social Democratic Party (SDP) says it remains committed to a transparent and credible national convention scheduled for May 9 in Bauchi. The party has also commenced screening of aspirants, including its presidential hopeful, Dr. Adewale Ad…
Senate Confirms Tegbe as Minister of Power Following Successful Screening
Abuja: The Senate on Wednesday confirmed Mr. Joseph Tegbe as Minister of Power following his successful screening at the plenary.
According to News Agency of Nigeria, Tegbe’s confirmation followed an extensive deliberation by the Senate Committee o…
Use Your Literary Works to Promote Peace, Bingbeng Urges Nigerian Writers
Abuja: An education advocate, Deborah Bingbeng, has urged Nigerian writers to promote peace through their literary works for the betterment of society. Bingbeng, who is also a writer and poet, made the call while speaking with the News Agency of Niger…
Group Raises Eco Champion Youths to Drive Gender-Responsive Climate Action
Abuja: SOS Children’s Villages Nigeria (SOSCVN) has unveiled the second phase of its Eco Champions Project to empower young people to drive gender-responsive and inclusive climate action across communities nationwide. Country Director, Mr. Eghosa Erhu…
Foundation Establishes 50-Bed Boarding School for Children with Autism
Ilorin: The Rose Hope Foundation has announced the establishment of a 50-bed boarding school specifically designed for children with autism aged between five and 17. This significant initiative was revealed by the foundation’s Executive Director, Mrs….
Alleged ‘Loan Shark’ Faces Court for Fraudulent Activities
Ibadan: A 39-year-old man, Joshua Akinola, appeared in a Mapo Grade A Customary Court in Ibadan, accused of multiple fraud charges related to his alleged activities as a fake money lender. Akinola, who is facing an eight-count charge of false pretence…
Election Security: I-G Pledges Equal Treatment for Candidates, Groups
Abuja: The Inspector-General of Police, Mr Olatunji Disu, has pledged equal security treatment for all political party candidates and interest groups ahead of the 2027 general elections across the nation. Disu made the pledge on Wednesday in Abuja, wh…
2027 Polls: FG Canvasses Religious Literacy to Curb Violence
Abuja: The Federal Government has urged the integration of religious literacy into education and civic systems to counter political manipulation, reduce conflict, and promote unity ahead of the 2027 general elections. The Secretary to the Government o…