NAN Editor Wins Global Media Award in Paris
Paris: An editor with the News Agency of Nigeria, Martha Agas, has won the Woman in Media Award at the 2026 Women Changing the World Global Summit and Awards in Paris, France. Agas was announced winner following an independent assessment by an interna…
Expert Decries Low Prostate Cancer Awareness, Screening Among Nigerian Men
Abuja: A medical expert, Dr Joshua Oluwayomi, has raised concern over low awareness and poor screening uptake for prostate cancer among Nigerian men. Oluwayomi, a medical officer at the University of Medical Sciences Teaching Hospital, Ondo State, rai…
Anambra Government and Flutterwave Collaborate to Boost Digital Economy
Abuja: The Anambra Government has joined forces with Flutterwave, a payments technology company, to enhance the state’s digital economy, focusing on scaling e-commerce activities and strengthening digital payment systems. Governor Chukwuma Soludo, in …
CAN Denies Leadership Tussle and Fund Misappropriation Allegations
Abuja: The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has firmly dismissed allegations of internal discord and mismanagement of funds intended for persecuted Christians in Northern Nigeria. In a statement signed by its President, Archbishop Daniel Okoh, C…
FG Inaugurates Corporate Affairs Commission Governing Board
Abuja: The Federal Government has inaugurated the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) Governing Board and Intellectual Property Steering Committee to enhance transparency, improve investors’ confidence, and stimulate economic growth. The Minister of In…
MOBA Commences Historic 150th Anniversary Celebrations Rooted in Faith and National Service
Accra: The Mfantsipim Old Boys Association (MOBA) has officially commenced activities towards the historic celebration of the 150th Anniversary of Mfantsipim with a Pre-Launch Press Briefing held at the MOBA Secretariat in Accra. The ceremony, held as…
KsTU Achieves Fourth Place in QS Sub-Saharan Africa Rankings 2026
Hopeson Adorye Pledges Collaboration to Enhance Facilities at Atiavi SHS
Recapitalisation: CBN Demands Tougher Risk Discipline, Governance Reforms
Lagos: The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) says strong governance and risk discipline are critical to the success of Nigeria’s ongoing bank recapitalisation programme. Dr. Blaise Ijebor, Director of Risk Management Department and Chief Risk Officer at C…
FG Secures £746 Million for Modernisation of Lagos Ports
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Golf: AUDA-NEPAD Backs 2026 All Africa Challenge Trophy
Abuja: Jabiru Tsauri, National Coordinator and CEO of AUDA-NEPAD Nigeria, has pledged strong support for the 2026 All Africa Challenge Trophy. Tsauri spoke during a courtesy visit by Lami Ahmed, President of the Ladies Golf Association of Nigeria (LGA…
Health Sovereignty Key to Africa’s Economic Prosperity, Says Afreximbank
Nairobi: African governments must treat health as a pillar of economic and national security, with new investment models to tackle fast-rising non-communicable diseases (NCDs) and protect workforce productivity, says Ms Oluranti Doherty. Doherty, Mana…
Health Sovereignty Key to Africa’s Economic Prosperity, Says Afreximbank
Nairobi: African governments must treat health as a pillar of economic and national security, with new investment models to tackle fast-rising non-communicable diseases (NCDs) and protect workforce productivity, says Ms Oluranti Doherty. Doherty, Mana…
Health Sovereignty Key to Africa’s Economic Prosperity, Says Afreximbank
Nairobi: African governments must treat health as a pillar of economic and national security, with new investment models to tackle fast-rising non-communicable diseases (NCDs) and protect workforce productivity, says Ms Oluranti Doherty. Doherty, Mana…
Kaduna: The Arewa Youth Assembly (AYA) has declared that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu should be allowed to complete an eight-year tenure for the Southern region while warning Northern politicians against contesting the 2027 presidential election. The g…
Osun 2026: APC Candidate Woos Arewa Community, Pledges Inclusion
Ibokun: The All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in Osun, Bola Oyebamiji, has pledged to integrate non-indigenes and other interest groups into governance if elected in the Aug. 15 poll. Oyebamiji made this known during a public enga…
Lagos 2027: PDP’s Strategy to End APC’s Reign
Lagos: Mr. Laja Adeoye, a governorship aspirant from the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Lagos State, has declared that the party is poised to cause a significant upset in the 2027 governorship election. Adeoye expressed confidence that the PDP wou…
Adamawa Elders Council Supports New APC Leadership
Yola: The Adamawa Progressive Elders Council of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has pledged its full support to the newly elected party executives in the state, ensuring their success in their new roles.
According to News Agency of Nigeria, the …
CPPE Cautiously Optimistic Over Budget Implementation
Nigeria Returns to Economic Stability: Shettima
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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Nigeria Emerges as Leading Global Producer of Root and Tuber Crops
Abuja: The Federal Government has announced that Nigeria is the leading global producer of root and tuber crops, with over 60 million tonnes of cassava and yam, accounting for 68 to 76 percent of the world’s output. The Minister of State for Agricultu…
Patients Urge More Funding for Hypertension Control
Abuja: Patient advocates have called on the Federal Government and National Assembly to prioritise funding for hypertension, describing it as a ‘silent killer’ that remains neglected in national health financing and policy attention. They made the cal…
2027: Hayatu-Deen Declares Bid for ADC Presidential Ticket
Abuja: Renowned economist, Mohammed Hayatu-Deen, has declared his intention to contest for the African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential ticket, positioning himself as a steady leader for Nigeria.
According to News Agency of Nigeria, Hayatu-Dee…
Only Underage Candidates Affected by ‘No Result Yet’ Status – JAMBResults
Abuja: The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) says candidates who currently see ‘No Result Yet’ while checking their UTME results are underage applicants whose results have not been released. This is contained in a statement issued by JAM…
Disaster: Society Urges FG to Prioritise Ecological Challenges Across 36 States
Abuja: The Nigeria Environmental Society (NES) has urged the Federal Government to prioritise ecological challenges across the country to safeguard lives and property against flood disasters. Dr. Efegbidiki Okobia, National President of the society, m…
UNN Initiates Settlement in Academic Records Dispute, Aide to Former Minister Reveals
Abuja: Dr Robert Ngwu, an aide to Uche Nnaji, former Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, has stated that the University of Nigeria Nsukka (UNN) initiated out-of-court settlement moves in an ongoing academic records dispute.
According to …
BPP Introduces Affirmative Procurement System for Inclusive Economic Participation
Abuja: The Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP) has introduced an affirmative procurement system to promote inclusion and economic participation among women, youths, and persons with disabilities. Under the initiative, priority consideration will be giv…
Experts Call for Regulation of Nigeria’s Expanding Digital Economy
Lagos: Experts have called for a balanced regulatory framework for Nigeria’s fast-growing online trading sector, as it continues to transform commerce, consumer behaviour, and economic structures.
According to News Agency of Nigeria, the discussion…
Police Launch Tactical Operation for Rescue of 15 Passengers Abducted on Calabar-Oron Waterways
Calabar: A coordinated search-and-rescue and tactical operations are currently ongoing to ensure the safe rescue of 15 passengers abducted on Friday by gunmen on the Calabar-Oron waterway. The Spokesperson of the Cross River Police Command, ASP Sunday…