Cambridge: President Julius Maada Bio of Sierra Leone, who also serves as Chairman of the ECOWAS Authority of Heads of State and Government, delivered a presidential lecture at the Africa Together Conference 2026 at the University of Cambridge, urging…
Army Nabs 13 Illegal Miners in FCT, Recovers Arms, Foils Attacks Nationwide
Abuja: Troops of the Nigerian Army have arrested 13 suspected illegal miners in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), dismantled mining equipment, and recovered tools during a raid on an illegal site in Bwari Area Council. The Army, in an operational u…
Africell Applauded for Customer Commitment at Customer Parliament 2026
Africell sierra leone has been commended for its commitment to customer engagement and quality service delivery during the customer parliament 2026 discussions. speaker of the customer parliament 2026:fricell Sierra Leone has been commended for its co…
CIPMN Advocates Project Management for Sustainable Development
Abuja: The Chartered Institute of Project Managers of Nigeria (CIPMN) has stressed the need for effective project management to address abandoned projects and promote sustainable national development in the country. The Registrar of the Membership Arm…
Canada Announces $30 Million Support for West African Initiatives
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…
Lack of Political Will Hindering Adult Education in States, Says NMEC
Abuja: The National Commission for Mass Literacy, Adult and Non-Formal Education (NMEC) has identified inadequate political will by state and local governments as a significant obstacle to the effective delivery of adult education. Dr. John Edeh, Dire…
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…
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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Crime Prevention: 200 Edo NSCDC Personnel Undergo Specialised Courses
Benin: The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has trained more than 200 personnel in Edo on specialised courses aimed at strengthening security operations and intelligence gathering in the state.
According to News Agency of Nigeria, the trainin…
Lagos Residents Lament ‘Inequality-Deepening’ Heatwave
Lagos: Residents of low-income communities in Lagos say worsening heat conditions are exposing stark inequalities in access to decent housing, reliable electricity and cooling systems. The residents told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Tuesday in …
How Online Betting Bonuses Are Changing Sports Entertainment Across West Africa
Lagos: Over the past 18 months, a significant shift has been observed in the sports betting landscape in Nigeria, with an increasing number of individuals engaging in the activity. This trend has been particularly noteworthy due to a change in approac…
Retired War General Unveils Counter-Terrorism Book, Advocates Documentation of Military Experiences
Abuja: A retired Nigerian Army General, Maj.-Gen. Ibrahim Yusuf, has unveiled a two-volume book on counter-terrorism operations in North East Nigeria. Yusuf also called on senior military officers to document their operational experiences for future g…
Young Nigerians Shift Entertainment Habits as Quick Online Games Gain Popularity
Lagos: Young Nigerians are increasingly swapping traditional entertainment forms for quick and interactive online games, which offer excitement in brief sessions lasting no more than five minutes. This trend is evident among young professionals who no…
Association, NEMSA Sign Pact on Energy Standards
Abuja: The Renewable Energy Association of Nigeria (REAN) and the Nigerian Electricity Management Services Agency (NEMSA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen regulatory compliance and capacity building in Nigeria’s renewable …
Ekiti Poll: CSOs Urge Political Parties and Candidates to Uphold Peace Accord
Abuja: Civil society organisations under the European Union Support to Democratic Governance in Nigeria Phase Two (EU-SDGN II) programme have called upon political parties and candidates participating in the upcoming Ekiti governorship election to sig…
Zone 5 AIG Warns Officers Against Human Rights Abuse, Extortion
Benin: The Assistant Inspector-General of Police in charge of Zone 5, Salman-Dogo, has issued a warning to police officers in the zone about human rights violations, extortion, and unlawful detention. He emphasized a zero-tolerance policy for miscondu…
NDLEA Launches Clean Beat 91.5FM to Strengthen Anti-Drug Campaigns
Abuja: The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has inaugurated Clean Beat 91.5FM, a dedicated radio station aimed at advancing anti-drug campaigns and promoting a drug-free society through strategic public engagement. NDLEA Chairman, retired …