Brazzaville: The African Development Bank (AfDB) Group President, Sidi Ould Tah, has revealed that 12 of the world’s 20 fastest-growing economies are situated in Africa. Tah made this announcement during the inauguration of the 2026 African Economic O…
FOWA Distributes Relief Items to Leprosy Community in Abuja to Mark Children’s Day
Abuja: The Fire Officers’ Wives Association (FOWA) on Wednesday distributed relief materials to children of Alheri Special Community, a settlement for people living with leprosy, to commemorate Children’s Day.
According to News Agency of Nigeria, th…
Womanifesto Nigeria Condemns Abductions, Calls for Immediate Rescue of Women and Children
Abuja: A coalition of women’s rights and civil society organisations, known as Womanifesto Nigeria, has condemned the abduction of girl children and women in Nigeria, demanding the immediate rescue of victims still in captivity. Dr Abiola Akiyode-Afol…
Eid-el-Kabir: Rising Transport Costs Push Up Ram Prices
Lagos: Some livestock traders in Lagos have attributed the increase in the prices of rams and cows ahead of Eid-el-Kabir to rising fuel prices and transportation costs. The traders told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Wednesday that the cost of tr…
MAN Receives Global Standards Certification
Oron: The Maritime Academy of Nigeria (MAN), situated in Oron, Akwa Ibom, has been awarded the Integrated Management System (IMS) certifications, marking a significant achievement for the institution. The certifications, ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 21001:20…
TETFund and Nigerian Army Collaborate on Education and Defence Technology
Abuja: The Executive Secretary of the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund), Mr Sonny Echono, has reaffirmed the Fund’s commitment to strengthening collaboration with the Nigerian Army to promote education, security, and technological development in…
Motorists Accuse Abuja Fuel Stations of Pump Tampering, Demand Regulatory Action
Abuja: Many motorists in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) have accused some fuel stations of adjusting their fuel pumps, leading to concerns over the value received for their money. The drivers assert that this alleged manipulation is an act of exp…
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Ben Azi Urges Government to Boost Support for Volleyball Development
Abuja: Ben Azi, Head Coach of De Friends Spikers Volleyball Club of Abuja, has called for increased government support and investment in volleyball development in the country. He expressed confidence that several emerging teams would make strong impre…
NGO Distributes Sanitary Pads to Combat Period Poverty in FCT and Nasarawa
Abuja: The African Immigrants Resources Centre (AIRC), through its Give A Girl A Pad (GAGAP) initiative, has distributed menstrual hygiene products to girls in selected schools in the FCT and Nasarawa State to tackle period poverty. The intervention a…
NGO Distributes Sanitary Pads to Combat Period Poverty in FCT and Nasarawa
Abuja: The African Immigrants Resources Centre (AIRC), through its Give A Girl A Pad (GAGAP) initiative, has distributed menstrual hygiene products to girls in selected schools in the FCT and Nasarawa State to tackle period poverty. The intervention a…
NGO Distributes Sanitary Pads to Combat Period Poverty in FCT and Nasarawa
Abuja: The African Immigrants Resources Centre (AIRC), through its Give A Girl A Pad (GAGAP) initiative, has distributed menstrual hygiene products to girls in selected schools in the FCT and Nasarawa State to tackle period poverty. The intervention a…
Abuja: Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has emerged winner of the presidential primary election of the African Democratic Congress ahead of the 2027 general elections.
According to News Agency of Nigeria, Atiku polled 1,846,370 votes to defeat R…
Nsukka NDC Stakeholders Warn Against Unpopular Candidates Ahead 2027 Polls
Nsukka: Aspirants and stakeholders of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) in Enugu North Senatorial District have called for a transparent and credible process ahead of its 2027 National Assembly (NASS) election primaries. The group made the call in…
Group Urges Security Agencies to Monitor Divisive Politicians Ahead of 2027 Polls
Nsukka: Security agencies have been urged to monitor politicians with divisive tendencies ahead of the 2027 general elections and party primaries, following allegations against House of Representatives aspirant, Mr Mathias Ezeaku. The call was made on…
Imumolen-Led Accord Party to Hold New Oyo Governorship Primary Amid Internal Dispute
Abuja: The internal crisis in the Accord Party has taken a new turn as the Prof. Chris Imumolen-led national leadership announced plans to conduct a fresh governorship primary in Oyo State ahead of the 2027 general elections. Imumolen, who insists he …
Abuja: A cross section of Nigerians residing in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) have expressed concerns over the mounting insecurity and severe economic hardship citizens are facing. They spoke with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in separate int…
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Sallah: COAS Wife Leads Humanitarian Outreach, Supports Military Families
Abuja: Mrs Safiyyah Shaibu, President of the Nigerian Army Officers’ Wives Association (NAOWA), has in the spirit of Sallah, led a humanitarian outreach to support military families and widows in the Federal Capital Territory. This initiative was aime…
Alara of Ilara Cancels 2026 Ojude-Oba Festival to Honor Late Omola of Odomola
Lagos: Oba Olufolarin Ogunsanwo, the Alara of Ilara Kingdom of Epe, Lagos State, has announced the cancellation of the 2026 Ojude-Oba Festival.
According to News Agency of Nigeria, the decision was made to honor the late Oba Adeshina Adebowale, the…
Uwaleke Seeks Urgent Agricultural Reforms Over Looming Food Crisis
Abuja: Prof. Uche Uwaleke, the President of the Capital Market Academics of Nigeria, has called for urgent agricultural reforms and stronger support for farmers to improve food security in the country. Uwaleke made the call in an interview with the Ne…
NGO Calls for Financial Support for Children Battling Cancer
Abuja: KindNest Care Foundation (KCF), a Non-Governmental Organisation, has called for increased support for children battling cancer, urging Nigerians to show love and provide financial assistance to affected patients. A member of the Board of Truste…
EU and International Partners Reaffirm Support for Ogoniland Cleanup
Abuja: The European Union (EU) has reaffirmed its commitment to the successful implementation of the environmental restoration of Ogoniland under the Hydrocarbon Pollution Remediation Project (HYPREP). Zissimos Vergos, Deputy Head of EU Delegation to …
Children’s Day: FG Reaffirms Commitment to Inclusive Education, Child Development
Abuja: The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to providing inclusive and quality education for every Nigerian child, regardless of background or disability.
According to News Agency of Nigeria, the Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Alau…
FG Urges Donor, Diplomatic Support for Ogoni Cleanup
Abuja: The Federal Government has called on development partners, donor agencies, and the diplomatic community to deepen support for the Hydrocarbon Pollution Remediation Project (HYPREP) to complete the Ogoniland restoration programme. The Minister o…
NAHCON Organizes Special Prayers for Nigeria on Day of Arafat
Arafat: The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has organized a special prayer session for Nigeria as part of its activities to mark the day of Arafat. This is as pilgrims all over the world converged on Mount Arafat, signaling the peak of th…
Almond Awards Drive Prompt Insurance Data Compliance, Says Convener
Lagos: Ms Kesiena Ughwode, Chief Executive Officer of Almond Productions Ltd., announced that the Almond Insurance Industry Awards has significantly improved the promptness of operational data updates among insurance companies. Ughwode, who is the con…