Abuja: Dr Safiyyah Shaibu, President of the Nigerian Army Officers’ Wives Association (NAOWA), has urged officers’ wives to cultivate a strong savings culture and embrace cooperative initiatives to achieve financial independence for sustainable empowe…
Sanwo-Olu Reaffirms Commitment to Economic Empowerment Through MESI
Ikeja: Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu says the Micro Enterprise Support Initiative (MESI) reflects his administration’s commitment to empowering Lagos residents and expanding economic opportunities. The governor made the assertion at the MESI programme organ…
FG Unveils Tinubu Light Initiative and NextGen Innovation Challenge to Boost Entrepreneurship
Abuja: The Federal Government unveiled the Tinubu Light Initiative (TLI) and the National Showcase of the NextGen Innovation Challenge 2026 to foster indigenous innovation, renewable energy, and entrepreneurship for economic growth. Dr Kingsley Udeh, …
Lagos State Government Enhances Poverty Alleviation and Skills Acquisition Initiatives
Lagos: The Lagos State Government has announced that over 35,000 residents have graduated from its tuition-free skills acquisition centres across the state. The Commissioner for Women Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Mrs. Cecilia Bolaji, revealed this…
FG and Lagos State Strengthen Collaboration on Flood Resilience and Sanitation
Lagos: The Federal Government and the Lagos State Government have renewed their commitment to strengthen collaboration on flood resilience, water sector reforms, and sanitation. According to News Agency of Nigeria, the Minister of Water Resources and …
Alausa Inaugurates NBTE Governing Board to Propel TVET Reforms
Abuja: The Federal Government has inaugurated the Governing Board of the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE), charging members to drive reforms aimed at strengthening Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET). The Minister of Ed…
HR Expert Encourages Integration of Technology with Human Touch in Workforce Management
Abuja: Mr Olufemi Omoyele, President and Chairman of the Governing Council at the Chartered Institute of Human Resources Management of Nigeria (CIHRM), has urged human resources managers to integrate technology into their roles while maintaining a hum…
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WAFU U-20: Flying Eagles Edge Young Elephants of Cote d’Ivoire 4-3
Abuja: The Flying Eagles of Nigeria on Wednesday edged the U-20 football team of Cote d’Ivoire 4-3 on penalties in their semi-final match to reach the finals of the ongoing WAFU U-20 tournament. The Young Elephants of Cote d’Ivoire mounted pressure on…
General Hospital Apapa Promotes Breastfeeding Support During World Breastfeeding Week
Lagos: General Hospital Apapa (GHA), Lagos State, has reaffirmed its commitment to quality maternal and child healthcare, breastfeeding counselling, and public health education. The Medical Director of the hospital, Dr. Ime Okon, represented by Dr. Mo…
General Hospital Apapa Promotes Breastfeeding Support During World Breastfeeding Week
Lagos: General Hospital Apapa (GHA), Lagos State, has reaffirmed its commitment to quality maternal and child healthcare, breastfeeding counselling, and public health education. The Medical Director of the hospital, Dr. Ime Okon, represented by Dr. Mo…
General Hospital Apapa Promotes Breastfeeding Support During World Breastfeeding Week
Lagos: General Hospital Apapa (GHA), Lagos State, has reaffirmed its commitment to quality maternal and child healthcare, breastfeeding counselling, and public health education. The Medical Director of the hospital, Dr. Ime Okon, represented by Dr. Mo…
Unfreeze Osun Accounts, Tinubu Orders EFCC
Abuja: President Bola Tinubu has directed the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to vacate the court order freezing the accounts of the Osun Government. Tinubu issued this directive in a statement personally released on Thursday.
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Utomi Urges Political Unity to Restore Nigeria’s Leadership Role in Africa
Abuja: Prof. Pat Utomi, a political economist, has urged Nigerians to rise above political differences and embrace national unity, saying only a united country can reclaim its leadership role in Africa and drive development. Utomi spoke on Thursday in…
Osun 2026: ICPC Vows to Crackdown on Vote Trading
Abuja: The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has warned against vote buying and selling ahead of the Aug. 15 Osun governorship election. The commission said anyone caught engaging in the act would be arrested a…
Adebayo Calls for Leadership and Governance Focus to Tackle Nigeria’s Challenges
Abuja: Dr Adewole Adebayo, the presidential candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), has called for a greater focus on leadership, governance, and development issues as a strategy to address Nigeria’s challenges. Adebayo made these remarks duri…
Abuja: Mrs. Luciana Ojeniyi, founder of the AI-powered Virtual Try-On platform, Luciana, has called for increased investment in Nigeria’s creative ecosystem to foster job creation and contribute significantly to national economic growth. In an intervi…
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WBW: Fathers Urge Men to Support Exclusive Breastfeeding
Abuja: Some fathers have urged Nigerian men to provide practical and emotional support for their wives to ensure successful exclusive breastfeeding and healthier outcomes for children, emphasizing that fathers play critical roles throughout the proces…
Expert Urges Early Diagnosis, Treatment of Hydrocephalus
Yola: A Neurosurgeon at Modibbo Adama University Teaching Hospital (MAUTH), Dr Zayum Loda’am, has urged parents to seek early diagnosis and treatment for hydrocephalus, warning that delayed intervention could cause permanent disability or death.
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UNICEF and Adamawa Government Launch New Strategy to Promote Breastfeeding
Yola: UNICEF, in collaboration with the Adamawa Government, has introduced a Social and Behaviour Change Communication (SBCC) Strategy for Child Nutrition, aligning with the 2026 World Breastfeeding Week celebrations. The initiative was launched by Mr…
Paediatrician Advocates 30-45 Mins Breastfeeding Per Session
Lagos: A Paediatrician, Dr. Temitayo Ishola, has urged mothers to breastfeed babies every two hours for 30 to 45 minutes to ensure effective breastfeeding. Ishola, Head of the Paediatric Department at General Hospital, Ebute-Meta, made the call during…
FG Orders Measures to Protect Health Workers Nationwide
Abuja: The Federal Government has ordered the immediate implementation of measures to strengthen the protection of health workers nationwide following rising incidents of harassment and assaults. This is contained in a statement signed by the Permanen…
Nutrition, Critical Lifeline in Hepatitis Recovery
Lagos: Nutrition plays a vital role in the body, enabling it to obtain and utilise nutrients from food for energy production, growth, tissue repair, and the maintenance of normal body functions. Experts say good nutrition strengthens the immune system…
Renewable Energy Investor Commits $500 Million to Solar Power Nigerian Universities
Abuja: A Renewable Energy Investor and Chief Executive Officer of Gigawatts Global, Yosef Abramowitz, has announced plans to provide up to $500 million in project financing for solar power plants across Nigerian universities. Abramowitz made this anno…
PFIPC Probe: ICPC Submits Interim Report, Recommends Adeyemi’s Prosecution
Abuja: The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has submitted an interim report to President Bola Tinubu on its investigation into the alleged fictitious Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council (PFIPC).
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FCTA Works to Repair Storm-Damaged Roof at Kugbo Terminal
Abuja: The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) says work is ongoing to repair the storm-damaged roof of the Kubgo Bus and Taxi Terminal with a comprehensive structural redesign to withstand extreme weather. The Mandate Secretary, FCTA Tran…