Lagos: Nigeria must strengthen local engineering capacity and invest in indigenous technology to compete effectively in the global economy, says Mr Fatai Quadri, Chief Executive Officer, Alfa Designs Nigeria Ltd. Quadri emphasized the importance of su…
Otti Directs Removal of Bottlenecks on Corps Members’ Allowances
Umunna: Gov. Alex Otti has directed the relevant officials to remove all administrative bottlenecks delaying the payment of the recently approved allowance for corps members deployed in the state. The governor also instructed the local government chai…
Benue State Governor Calls for Lagos-Style Development Master Plan
Makurdi: Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia has advocated for the establishment of a long-term development master plan modelled after Lagos’ successful blueprint to ensure sustainable development within the state. Alia emphasized the need for this str…
Governor Alia Revives N70 Billion Taraku Mill After 40 Years
Makurdi: Gov. Hyacinth Alia of Benue has announced the revival of the long-abandoned N70 billion Taraku Mill, stating that the state could no longer afford to let its economic potential go to waste. Alia shared this during a media chat in Makurdi with…
RMAFC Moves to Strengthen Revenue Monitoring, Fiscal Accountability
Abuja: The Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC) says it is pursuing institutional reforms and digital transformation to improve revenue monitoring, transparency, and fiscal governance. The Chairman of the commission, Dr. Moham…
NBTE Unveils AI Curriculum for ND Programme, Targets Future-Ready Graduates
Abuja: The National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) has unveiled a new National Diploma (ND) curriculum in Artificial Intelligence (AI) for polytechnics. The Executive Secretary of NBTE, Prof. Idris Bugaje, stated during the unveiling in Abuja th…
Nigeria Shifts Focus from Megawatts to Community Electrification, Says Power Minister
Abuja: The Minister of Power, Mr. Joseph Tegbe, has announced a strategic shift in Nigeria’s electricity sector, prioritizing the electrification of more communities across the nation over merely counting kilowatts and megawatts. This statement was ma…
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WAFU U-20: Flying Eagles Edge Young Elephants of Cote d’Ivoire 4-3
Abuja: The Flying Eagles of Nigeria on Wednesday edged the U-20 football team of Cote d’Ivoire 4-3 on penalties in their semi-final match to reach the finals of the ongoing WAFU U-20 tournament. The Young Elephants of Cote d’Ivoire mounted pressure on…
EmONC Assessment Exposes Gaps in Maternal, Newborn Care
Abuja: The Emergency Obstetric and Newborn Care (EmONC) Assessment has identified significant gaps in the availability, quality, and utilization of life-saving maternal and newborn services across Adamawa, Kwara, and Sokoto states, hindering mortality…
EmONC Assessment Exposes Gaps in Maternal, Newborn Care
Abuja: The Emergency Obstetric and Newborn Care (EmONC) Assessment has identified significant gaps in the availability, quality, and utilization of life-saving maternal and newborn services across Adamawa, Kwara, and Sokoto states, hindering mortality…
EmONC Assessment Exposes Gaps in Maternal, Newborn Care
Abuja: The Emergency Obstetric and Newborn Care (EmONC) Assessment has identified significant gaps in the availability, quality, and utilization of life-saving maternal and newborn services across Adamawa, Kwara, and Sokoto states, hindering mortality…
Abuja: President of Ghana, John Mahama, Nigeria’s Vice-President, Sen. Kashim Shettima, along with other African leaders and democracy advocates, are expected to attend the Goodluck Jonathan Foundation (GJF) 2026 ‘democracy dialogue’ in Bauchi State. …
Delta APC Support Group Endorses Tinubu and Oborevwori for 2027 Re-Election
Abuja: The Amalgamated All Progressives Congress (APC) Support Groups (AASG) has officially endorsed President Bola Tinubu and Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State for re-election in 2027. The endorsement was announced during a news conference h…
Osun 2026: Coalition Seeks Diplomatic Engagement for Credible Governorship Election
Abuja: A Coalition of Civil Society Organisations for Credible Elections has appealed for diplomatic engagement from the United States of America and the British Government to support a credible governorship election in Osun. The appeal is contained i…
Utomi Urges Political Unity to Restore Nigeria’s Leadership Role in Africa
Abuja: Prof. Pat Utomi, a political economist, has urged Nigerians to rise above political differences and embrace national unity, saying only a united country can reclaim its leadership role in Africa and drive development. Utomi spoke on Thursday in…
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MTN Foundation Partners with UN Women to Empower Rural Female Entrepreneurs
Lagos: Women account for 43.7 per cent of the beneficiaries of MTN Foundation’s initiatives, as disclosed by the Foundation’s Executive Director, Dr. Odunayo Sanya. This was highlighted during the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between…
Duke-Abiola Embraces African Backing for UN Top Job
Abuja: Prof. Akasoba Duke-Abiola has welcomed her endorsement for United Nations Secretary-General, describing the nomination as a solemn call to serve humanity, particularly women and children.
According to News Agency of Nigeria, in a statement is…
Sanwo-Olu Encourages Corps Members to Drive National Transformation
Lagos: Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has called on corps members to contribute significantly to national transformation and unity for sustainable national development. The governor’s message was delivered during an event aimed at motivating young indivi…
Nigerian Army Graduates Over a Thousand Troops from Advanced Infantry Training
Kachia: The Nigerian Army has successfully graduated 1,182 troops from the 10th batch of its Advanced Infantry Training Programme, held at the Nigerian Army Training Centre (NATC) in Kachia, Kaduna State. Under the initiative dubbed Exercise Restore H…
Local Innovation Drives Efficiency in Nigeria’s Oil, Gas Sector – Expert
Lagos: A wellhead engineer, Mr. Ikechukwu Okonkwo, says indigenous engineering innovations are helping to reduce operational downtime, lower costs, and improve efficiency across the oil and gas industry. Okonkwo, Head of the Wellhead Department at Alf…
Tinubu Lauded for Infrastructure Expansion Across Nigeria
Makurdi: Presidential spokesperson Bayo Onanuga has commended President Bola Tinubu for his role in expanding infrastructure across Nigeria. Onanuga made these remarks during an inspection tour of the Makurdi-Otukpo-Obolo-Affor-Enugu dual carriageway …
Improved Security: Alia Announces Plans to Close IDP Camps in Benue
Makurdi: Hyacinth Alia has announced plans to close some Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camps in Benue as a result of improved security in the state. Alia made the announcement during a media chat with the Renewed Hope Ambassadors Presidential Med…
FG Inaugurates REA Board, Emphasizes People-Centred Leadership
Abuja: The Federal Government has inaugurated the newly-constituted governing board of the Rural Electrification Agency (REA), urging its members to adopt a leadership approach focused on benefiting the populace. The inauguration, which took place on …
Tinubu Torch Bearers Provide Free Healthcare to 250 Bayelsa Residents
Amassoma: More than 250 residents of Amassoma, Bayelsa, have benefited from a free medical outreach organised by the Tinubu Torch Bearers, Bayelsa Chapter. The outreach, led by the group’s State Coordinator, Dame Julie Donli, included medical consulta…