Abuja: The Presidency stated that the Federal Government had reopened most land borders on March 14, 2024, and maintained this decision has not been reversed. This was highlighted in a statement titled ‘Atiku and the borders: Nigerians deserve facts, …
Government Strengthens Education Policies to Combat Examination Malpractice
Freetown: The Minister of Basic and Senior Secondary Education, Minister Conrad Sackey, has reaffirmed the Government’s determination to tackle examination malpractice through new policy initiatives. Speaking at the Miatta Civic Centre, Youyi Building…
Save the Children Champions Child Marriage Law Education in Sierra Leone
Banana wata: Save the Children’s Children Forum Network members led two-day child marriage law awareness drives, meeting Banana Wata and Waterloo community leaders, children, parents and residents.
According to Sierra Leone News Agency, the August 2…
Death Toll Increases as 54 Sierra Leoneans Survive Conakry Landslide
Conakry: Affairs and International Cooperation has released an updated statement regarding the catastrophic Dar-es-Salam landfill landslide in Gbessia, Conakry, providing new details on the impact on Sierra Leonean nationals.
According to Sierra Leon…
Troops Foil Terrorist Attack on Kukawa, Neutralise 26 Terrorists
Borno: Troops of Operation HADIN KAI have successfully foiled a terrorist attack on Kukawa, neutralising about 26 terrorists and destroying 10 motorcycles. This decisive action was confirmed in a statement by Capt. Mohammed Goni, the Acting Military I…
Dr. Ogudoro Urges Nigerian School Leaders to Shift Focus from Administration to Education
Ikeja: Dr Peter Ogudoro, Founder of Nigerian Teachers, has raised concerns over the tendency of school leaders and counsellors in Nigeria to prioritize administrative duties over their core responsibilities of teaching, guidance, and student developme…
Connectivity: A Cornerstone for Nigeria’s Economic Growth
ACCI Advocates Private Sector Inclusivity to Revitalise Enterprises
Abuja: The Abuja Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI) has advocated stronger private-sector participation through Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) to revive viable moribund state-owned enterprises. Mr. Agabaidu Jideani, Director-General of the ch…
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Nathaniel Idowu Summer Camp Trains 420 Young Footballers in Lagos
Lagos: The Nathaniel Idowu Summer Camp has successfully trained 420 young footballers in Lagos, with organizers expressing optimism that the initiative will help discover and develop future national team players.
According to News Agency of Nigeria,…
NGO Brings Cancer Awareness and Empowerment to Karumajigi Community
Abuja: The Okapi Children Cancer Foundation, in collaboration with Silver Cross Hospital Foundation, extended its childhood cancer awareness initiative to the residents of Karu-Biyi, Karumajigi community, Abuja. The event, which took place on Saturday…
NGO Brings Cancer Awareness and Empowerment to Karumajigi Community
Abuja: The Okapi Children Cancer Foundation, in collaboration with Silver Cross Hospital Foundation, extended its childhood cancer awareness initiative to the residents of Karu-Biyi, Karumajigi community, Abuja. The event, which took place on Saturday…
NGO Brings Cancer Awareness and Empowerment to Karumajigi Community
Abuja: The Okapi Children Cancer Foundation, in collaboration with Silver Cross Hospital Foundation, extended its childhood cancer awareness initiative to the residents of Karu-Biyi, Karumajigi community, Abuja. The event, which took place on Saturday…
Abuja: The OK Movement, a platform to mobilise support for Nigeria Democratic Congress presidential candidate Peter Obi, and his running mate, Dr Rabiu Kwankwaso, has ruled out any merger ahead of the 2027 general elections. The group, which is a blen…
Lagos State Government Trains Rice Millers on Biofortification to Enhance Food Security
Lagos: The Lagos State Government has trained rice millers and regulators on rice biofortification to boost food security. The training, organised by the state’s Ministry of Agriculture and Food Systems, was held at Imota, Ikorodu, on Thursday.
Accor…
Professor Sylvester Ewansiha Advocates Integrated Farming and Healthy Soils as Solutions to Africa’s Hunger Crisis
Benin: A professor of Cropping Systems Agronomy at the University of Benin (UNIBEN), Sylvester Ewansiha, emphasized the necessity for integrated agricultural solutions to address Africa’s hunger crisis during the university’s 376th Inaugural Lecture. …
CDD-West Africa and NIPSS Alumni Collaborate to Enhance Governance and Society
Abuja: Centre for Democracy and Development (CDD-West Africa) has joined forces with the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS) Alumni Association, Abuja Chapter, to advance good governance, democracy, and societal progress.
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Abuja: The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has reported a record-breaking remittance inflow of 947 million dollars through International Money Transfer Operators (IMTOs) in July. This figure marks the highest monthly inflow ever recorded through formal …
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Burkina Faso Proposes Bilateral Session with Nigeria to Enhance Diplomatic Ties
Ouagadougou: Burkina Faso has proposed a bilateral session with Nigeria to review cooperation and explore new areas of partnership, aiming to reset ties between the two West African nations. This initiative was announced as Nigeria’s new Ambassador to…
Widow Supports Five Children Through Pepper Grinding Business
Abuja: A widow and mother of five, Mrs. Benedict Okoro, has revealed how she successfully raised her children using the income from her pepper grinding business. Despite the challenges, Okoro has managed to provide for her family after the passing of …
NSE Encourages Engineers to Lead National Development Through Innovation and Ethics
Ibadan: The Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE) has called on engineers across the nation to position themselves as key drivers of national development by adopting innovative approaches, ethical practices, and committing to continuous professional gro…
Lagos State and Bariga LG Call for Resident Support in Sanitation Efforts
Lagos: The Lagos State Government and Bariga Local Government (LG) have called on residents to actively participate in environmental sanitation efforts and assume greater responsibility for maintaining cleanliness in their communities. The appeal was …
Nestoil Group Enhances Nigeria’s Oil Production with Indigenous Drilling Capacity
Lagos: An indigenous oil company, Nestoil Group, has strengthened Nigeria’s oil exploration and production capacity through the deployment of its wholly Nigerian-crewed drilling rig, the Pathfinder 500. The Group’s Chairman, Dr Ernest Azudialu-Obiejes…
Foundation Secures China Scholarships for Ikorodu Students
Lagos: The Jimi Benson iCare Foundation, a non-governmental organisation, has successfully acquired Chinese Government international scholarships for three students from Ikorodu Federal Constituency in Lagos, enabling them to pursue academic programme…
Control of Diagnostics Key to Nigeria’s Health Sovereignty – Ex NCDC Boss
Abuja: Dr Ifedayo Adetifa, former Director-General of the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC), emphasized the crucial role of control over diagnostic tools and disease surveillance systems in achieving Nigeria’s health sovereignty…
Lagos Lawmaker Facilitates New School and ICT Centre for Igbogbo
Lagos: Rep. Babajimi Benson (APC-Ikorodu) has facilitated the approval of a new school building and an Information and Communications Technology (ICT) centre for the Igbogbo/Baiyeku Local Council Development Area (LCDA) in Lagos. The projects, expecte…
CDS Pledges Stronger Nigeria-Bangladesh Defence Ties, Prioritises Training
Abuja: The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Gen. Olufemi Oluyede, has pledged to strengthen Nigeria-Bangladesh defence cooperation, particularly in training and capacity development. Oluyede made the commitment when the High Commissioner of Bangladesh to…