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…
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 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 …
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 …
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…
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 …
FG, States, LGs Share N2.550 Trillion for June 2023
Abuja: The Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) has distributed a total of N2.550 trillion among the Federal Government, states, and local government councils for the month of June. This distribution was confirmed by Mr. Bawa Mokwa, the Dire…
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Argentina Secures Dramatic 2-1 Victory Over England to Reach World Cup Final
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 …
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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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Save the Children Completes Training to Enhance Child Marriage Prosecution
Freetown: Save the Children has concluded a one-day training for legal practitioners, social workers, child protection advocates, and police officers to strengthen investigation and prosecution of offences under Sierra Leone’s Prohibition of Child Mar…
Veterinary Surgeon Warns Against Ignoring Dog Bites
Abuja: A Veterinary Surgeon with the National Park Service (NPS), Dr Abdulrahman Muhammad, has cautioned Nigerians against ignoring dog bites, urging prompt medical treatment and regular vaccination of dogs to prevent rabies-related deaths. Muhammad g…
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…
Court Sentences Civil Servant to Life Imprisonment for Causing Friend’s Death
Abuja: An Abuja High Court: on Thursday sentenced a 56-year-old Civil Servant, Philip Bassey, to life imprisonment for causing the death of his friend, Emeka Nonyelu.
According to News Agency of Nigeria, delivering judgment, Justice Idris Mohammed h…
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…
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…