Abuja: The Lagos State Government has initiated a comprehensive monitoring exercise in public schools to ensure the smooth start of the 2026/2027 academic session. The exercise is led by the Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, Mr. Jamiu Al…
Sports: NSIWC Urges Thorough Research in Fight Against Doping
Abuja: The National Salaries, Incomes and Wages Commission (NSIWC) has urged the National Anti-Doping Centre to intensify research in the fight against illicit and prohibited substances in sporting activities. The Chairman of NSIWC, Maj.-Gen. Junaidu …
NSCDC Arrests Three Suspects for Alleged Theft and Sale of Electrical Cables in Osun
Osogbo: The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Osun Command, has apprehended three individuals in relation to the alleged theft and sale of electrical cables in Agbona Village, within the Iwo Local Government Area. Mr. Toma Enya, the st…
NGO Partners with Lagos Estate to Institutionalize Child Protection
Abuja: The Center for the Advancement and Protection of the Rights of Vulnerable People (CAPRIGHTS-VP) has introduced child protection clauses into residential estate governance frameworks in Lagos. The initiative seeks to make child safeguarding a ma…
Guards Brigade Initiates Tactical Training Phase for Nigerian Army Recruits
Abuja: The Guards Brigade of the Nigerian Army has officially launched the tactical phase of Exercise Shinning Star, aimed at advancing the training of soldiers from the 90 Regular Recruits Intake. This phase of the exercise was inaugurated by Brigadi…
PwDs Advocate for Advanced Digital Skills Training in Lagos
Lagos: Participants at a digital citizenship training for Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) in Lagos have called for advanced digital skills programmes. The two-day event was organised by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) to promote safe and…
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Abuja: Alhaji Aliko Dangote, President and CEO of Dangote Industries Ltd., has announced the Initial Public Offering (IPO) of Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals (FZE), aiming to democratise wealth creation. This announcement was made during…
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NAqF President Reaffirms Commitment to Swimming Development Through Youth Programmes
Abuja: The President, Nigeria Aquatics Federation (NAqF), Lekan Fatodu, has reaffirmed the federation’s commitment to youth development and swimming growth through sustainable programmes. Fatodu made this known in an interview with the News Agency of …
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Nairobi: The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) and African Union Member States have progressed in their initiative to harmonise Behavioural Intelligence and Infodemic Management (BIIM) across Africa. This effort aims to bo…
Africa CDC and AU Member States Unify Efforts to Enhance Behavioural Intelligence Framework
Nairobi: The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) and African Union Member States have progressed in their initiative to harmonise Behavioural Intelligence and Infodemic Management (BIIM) across Africa. This effort aims to bo…
Africa CDC and AU Member States Unify Efforts to Enhance Behavioural Intelligence Framework
Nairobi: The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) and African Union Member States have progressed in their initiative to harmonise Behavioural Intelligence and Infodemic Management (BIIM) across Africa. This effort aims to bo…
Abuja: The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has trained electoral personnel from Nasarawa, Plateau, Benue, and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to boost voter confidence ahead of the 2027 general elections. Mallam Abubakar Mohammed,…
LP Presidential Candidate Promises Youth-Centred Governance, Institutional Reforms
Abuja: Dr Chibuzo Okereke, presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), has promised to implement a comprehensive and far-reaching agenda for youth development and institutional reforms if elected as the next Nigerian President. He stated this whe…
Falconets Secure Decisive 10-1 Victory Over New Caledonia to Enter Round of 16
Abuja: Nigeria’s U-20 women’s national team, the Falconets, on Sunday defeated New Caledonia 10-1 in their final Group F match at the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup held in Poland. This resounding victory at Stadion Miejski LKS L³dz ensures Nigeria’…
Wheelchair American Football Exhibition: Organisers Laud Stakeholders’ Support, Seek More Participation
Abuja: Lawrence Ojaideh, Founder of Wheelchair American Football in Nigeria, has commended stakeholders for supporting the sport’s exhibition game held on Thursday in Lagos. Ojaideh made the commendation on Saturday, during an interview with the News …
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Abuja: Dr Chibuzo Okereke, presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), has promised to implement a comprehensive and far-reaching agenda for youth development and institutional reforms if elected as the next Nigerian President. He stated this whe…
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Early Talent Nurturing Vital for Sustaining Classical Music in Nigeria: Army Band Director
Abuja: The Acting Director of the Nigerian Army Band Corps, Lt.-Col. Michael Toriola, has emphasized the importance of early identification and nurturing of talents in classical music to ensure the genre’s sustainability in Nigeria. Toriola expressed …
FG, IFAD-LIFE-ND Contributes $68.7m to National Economy
Abuja: The Federal Government/International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD)-Livelihood Improvement Family Enterprises for Niger Delta (LIFE-ND) project says it has contributed $68.7 million, about N90.7 billion, to the national economy. Dr Ab…
Why Climate Action Must Be Inclusive of Persons With Disabilities
Abuja: When climate disaster strikes, the warning may come through various modes of communication, including radio broadcasts, text messages, television announcements, or social media. However, for millions of people with disabilities, these warnings …
WorldFish Project Aims to Empower 25,000 Women and Youth in Nigerian and Tanzanian Fishery Sectors
Ibadan: WorldFish, in collaboration with Trademark Africa and Mastercard Foundation, has embarked on a transformative initiative targeting 25,000 women and youth to revitalize the fishery and aquaculture sectors in Nigeria and Tanzania. The project ai…
2027 Elections: Police, Military, NSCDC Pledge Inter-Agency Synergy
Abuja: The Nigerian Police Force, Nigerian Navy, and the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) have pledged to work together to ensure safety, fairness, and credibility in the 2027 general elections. The pledge was made at a one-day seminar…
Parole Implementation Aims to Alleviate Custodial Congestion and Enhance Rehabilitation in Abuja
Abuja: The Prisoners Rehabilitation and Welfare Action (PRAWA) has emphasized that effective implementation of parole will significantly reduce custodial congestion and enhance rehabilitation processes. This was highlighted by the President of PRAWA, …
How One Bettor Transformed His Approach to Sports Wagering
Abuja: Three years ago, a sports bettor, known for placing wagers based on jersey preferences, underwent a transformative journey in understanding sports betting. He initially approached sports predictions with a blindfolded dart-throwing mentality, b…
Commercial Riders in Bwari Decry Motorcycle Theft, Demand Stronger Security
Bwari: Commercial motorcyclists in Bwari Area Council, FCT, have decried rising cases of motorcycle theft in communities across the area. The motorcyclists expressed their concerns in separate interviews with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Sunday…
FCT Women Farmers Urge Government for Better Access to Finance and Markets
Abuja: Women farmers and petty traders in Bwari Area Council, Federal Capital Territory (FCT), have called on the government and relevant stakeholders to enhance their access to affordable finance, storage facilities, and market linkages to improve th…