Lagos: Canada has announced more than $30 million in new support for initiatives in Nigeria and across West Africa. The Secretary of State for International Development, Canada, Mr. Randeep Sarai, made this announcement at a reception organized in his…
NAS Inducts Six New Fellows and Opens Public Science Museum and Library
Abuja: The Nigerian Academy of Sciences (NAS) has welcomed six distinguished scientists as fellows of the Academy and inaugurated its Science Museum and Library for public access. The induction ceremony was coupled with a public lecture on ‘Redefining…
Spotify Unveils AI-Driven Strategy, Targets 1 Billion Subscribers
New york: Music streaming platform, Spotify, has unveiled a long-term strategy centered on Artificial Intelligence (AI), personalized media experiences, and premium subscription expansion as it targets one billion subscribers globally. The company, in…
Experts Seek Improved Funding, Insurance for Childhood Cancer Care
Abuja: Medical experts and the Okapi Children Cancer Foundation have called for increased government funding and expanded health insurance coverage to improve access to treatment and care for children battling cancer in Nigeria. The stakeholders made …
Clinician Calls for Urgent Transformation of Cancer Care in Nigeria Through Precision Oncology and Immunotherapy
Abuja: Prof. Kunle Odunsi, a Clinician-Scientist and Director of the University of Chicago Medicine Comprehensive Cancer Centre, has called for an urgent transformation in the cancer care system of Nigeria. During a public lecture and the induction of…
Kaduna Head of Service Honored with Leadership and Workers’ Welfare Award
Kaduna: The Kaduna State Head of Service, Mrs. Jummai Bako, has been recognized with an Award of Excellence in Leadership and Transformative Reforms in Workers’ Welfare. The accolade was bestowed upon Bako by the Colleges of Education Academic Staff U…
Removal of Fuel Subsidy Averted Economic Collapse in Nigeria, Says Minister
Abuja: The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dele Alake, has stated that the removal of the fuel subsidy by President Bola Tinubu’s administration in 2023 was a critical measure that prevented Nigeria’s economy from crashing. Alake made these co…
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FCT FA Chair Advocates for Sustainable Football Development in Abuja
Abuja: The Chairman of the Federal Capital Territory Football Association, Mouktar Mohammed, emphasized the need for continuity, stability, and sustainability in football development in Abuja, rather than relying on quick fixes. Mohammed made these re…
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Hypertension Drug Costs Spark May & Baker’s Call for Government Intervention
Lagos: The pharmaceutical giant, May and Baker Nigeria Plc., has identified hypertension treatment as a ‘lifetime medication’, calling for Federal Government’s interventions to reduce cost of its drugs to enhance access. May and Baker Chief Execut…
Hypertension Drug Costs Spark May & Baker’s Call for Government Intervention
Lagos: The pharmaceutical giant, May and Baker Nigeria Plc., has identified hypertension treatment as a ‘lifetime medication’, calling for Federal Government’s interventions to reduce cost of its drugs to enhance access. May and Baker Chief Execut…
Hypertension Drug Costs Spark May & Baker’s Call for Government Intervention
Lagos: The pharmaceutical giant, May and Baker Nigeria Plc., has identified hypertension treatment as a ‘lifetime medication’, calling for Federal Government’s interventions to reduce cost of its drugs to enhance access. May and Baker Chief Execut…
Abuja: A presidential aspirant of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Mohammed Hayatu-Deen, has urged members to support credible leadership ahead of Monday’s presidential primary election. Hayatu-Deen made the appeal on Saturday during the ‘MHD fo…
Donald Duke Joins PRP Presidential Race Ahead of May 25 Primaries
Abuja: Former Governor of Cross River, Donald Duke, has emerged as one of the three cleared presidential aspirants of the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) ahead of the party’s presidential primaries scheduled for May 25. The PRP disclosed this in a stat…
2027: Tinubu to Receive APC Flag, Certificate of Return Sunday
Abuja: President Bola Tinubu will on Sunday receive the Certificate of Returns and flag of the All Progressives Congress (APC) as its presidential candidate for the 2027 elections. The presentation will take place in Abuja, following the nationwide co…
ADC Clears Atiku, Amaechi, Hayatu-Deen for Presidential Primaries
Abuja: The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has officially cleared former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar, Rotimi Amaechi, and Mohammed Hayatu-Deen to participate in its upcoming presidential primary election. This development was announced in a statem…
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Abuja: The Managing Director of the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), Malam Ali Muhammad Ali, has emphasized that sports tourism has emerged as a crucial pillar of the modern economy and tourism sector, effectively integrating leisure, wealth creation, an…
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Man Files Lawsuit Against Ex-Wife for Refusing to Vacate Home Post-Divorce
Karu: A businessman, Abibu Yakubu, has initiated legal proceedings against his ex-wife at the Upper Area Court 1, Karu, citing her alleged refusal to vacate his residence following their divorce. Yakubu is also seeking custody of their four children a…
Minister Threatens to Revoke Renewed Hope Housing Project in Yobe
Damaturu: Mr. Muttaqa Darma, the Minister of Housing and Urban Development, has issued a stern warning regarding the potential revocation of the Renewed Hope housing units contract in Damaturu due to significant delays in completion.
According to Ne…
Nigerian Navy Celebrates 70 Years with Fleet Review, New Task Force
Abuja: The Nigerian Navy has commenced a two-week platinum jubilee celebration to mark 70 years since its founding, describing itself as the top security provider, logistics backbone, and shipbuilder in Africa. The Chief of Policy and Planning, Nigeri…
Communications Ministry and Meta Launch AI Chatbot to Enhance Government Services in Nigeria
Abuja: The Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, in collaboration with Meta, the National Centre for Artificial Intelligence and Robotics (NCAIR), and local developers, has partnered with Publica Artificial Intelligence (AI) to i…
Plan International Nigeria and Stakeholders Develop Framework for Teacher Orientation and Development
Abuja: A non-governmental organisation, Plan International Nigeria, has engaged some stakeholders in the education sector to develop a framework for teachers’ orientation and development across states to enhance classroom learning. Speaking with newsm…
CGTN: Head-of-state diplomacy anchors growing China-Russia partnership
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Iheanacho Leads Celtic to Scottish League Triumph
Glasgow: Super Eagles Striker, Kelechi Iheanacho, has won the Scottish League with Celtic after his side defeated Hearts FC 3-1 to emerge Champions of Scotland for the 56th time.
According to News Agency of Nigeria, Celtic entered the crucial final-…
DIAN Chairman Calls for Strengthening of Nigeria’s Local Defence Industry Capabilities
Abuja: The Chairman of the Defence Industries Association of Nigeria (DIAN), Maj.-Gen. Ibrahim Alaya, has called for sustained efforts to strengthen Nigeria’s local defence industry capabilities in order to enhance national security and reduce depende…
Dangote Group Recognized as a Transformative Force in Africa’s Economic Renaissance
Minna: The Director General of the Niger Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (NCCIMA), Adamu Salihu, has described the Dangote Group as a transformative force in Africa’s economic renaissance, emphasizing its role in industrializing n…