Abuja: The Federal Government has commenced the training of its workforce to implement and upgrade social standards across various sectors. The initiative is aimed at addressing weak compliance with social safeguards and bridging gaps in inclusive, ri…
Read MoreNigeria and UAE Forge Partnership to Enhance Digital Skills for Youth
Abuja: The Federal Government has sealed a landmark partnership with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to equip Nigerian youth with cutting-edge digital skills, entrepreneurial training, and global exposure. This initiative is designed to foster innovati…
Read MoreNEMA Urges Akwa Ibom Residents to Avoid Petrol Scooping from Tanker Accidents
Uyo: The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) is actively working to inform residents about the dangers of scooping petrol from crashed tankers in Akwa Ibom. This initiative was highlighted by Mrs. Mmandu Aisueni, the state’s Head of Operations…
Read MoreUN Warns Floods May Unleash Toxic Chemicals, Pose Risk to Elderly and Ecosystems
Abuja: The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) has warned that rising floodwaters, driven by climate change, may remobilise dangerous chemicals long buried in the earth. The warning is contained in its newly released Frontiers 2025 report, tit…
Read MoreTinubu Maintains Five-Year Visa for U.S. Citizens, Confirms Nigerian Presidency
Abuja: The Presidency has stated that President Bola Tinubu has not halted the issuance of five-year multiple-entry visas for U.S. citizens, adhering to existing bilateral agreements and the principle of reciprocity.
According to News Agency of Nige…
Read MoreWomen Journalists Join in Amplifying Voices Against Drug Abuse
Abuja: The Nigerian Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ), Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Chapter, Thursday, said it is positioned to join the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in combating drug abuse. This was made known by Chairperson…
Read MoreAlausa Faults University Accreditation System, Seeks Reform
Abuja: The Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, has called for urgent reforms in Nigeria’s university accreditation system, describing the current process as ‘chaotic, costly, and counterproductive’ to educational access and quality.
According t…
Read MoreReps Dismiss Petition Against NELMCO: Allegations of Misappropriation Deemed Unfounded
Abuja: The House of Representatives Sub-Committee on the Protection of Critical National Assets has dismissed the corruption allegations petition against the Nigerian Electricity Liability Management Company (NELMCO) filed by the Association for Publi…
Read MoreEmbrace AI in Healthcare Responsibly, Experts Tell African Nations
Lagos: Leading healthcare and technology experts have urged African countries to adopt Artificial Intelligence (AI) responsibly in the medical field. The call was made during the latest edition of The Tech Grid Series, a virtual forum hosted by Akoham…
Read MoreNigeria to Hold First National Steel Summit to Revive Sector
Abuja: Nigeria is set to host its first National Steel Summit to rebuild and unlock the country’s steel potential. The summit is expected to position Nigeria as a leading steel hub in Sub-Saharan Africa and significantly boost the national Gross Domes…
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