Abuja: The Nigerian Mining and Geosciences Society (NMGS) claims to have a significant influence on the policy direction of mineral development within the country. NMGS President, Prof. Akinade Olatunji, expressed this during a news conference held in…
Read MoreDay: February 15, 2025
Minister Canvases Women Empowerment at IBB Ladies Golf Open
Abuja: Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, Minister of Women Affairs, has reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to empowering women across all sectors in the country. Sulaiman-Ibrahim stated this at the tee-off ceremony of the 26th edition of the IBB Lad…
Read MoreFG Begins Construction of Emerging Technologies Institute in Kano
Kano: The Federal Government has commenced the construction of the Sustainable and Emerging Technologies Institute (SETI) at Bayero University Kano (BUK) New Campus. The project, spearheaded by the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastru…
Read MorePaediatric Oncologist Advocates for Nationwide Childhood Cancer Centres in Nigeria
Abuja: Dr Timipah West, a Paediatric Oncologist at the Niger Delta University Teaching Hospital in Bayelsa, has called for the establishment of dedicated paediatric oncology centres across all the geopolitical zones in Nigeria. West made the call duri…
Read MoreRising Cases of Childhood Cancer in Nigeria: Hope on the Horizon
Lagos: Annually, on February 15, the International Childhood Cancer Day (ICCD) is commemorated worldwide to raise awareness about childhood cancer and offer support to patients, survivors, and their families. In Nigeria, individuals who have survived …
Read MoreSultan Backs FRSC’s Safer Roads Campaign
Sokoto: The Sultan of Sokoto, His Eminence, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, has thrown his weight behind the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC)’s campaign for a safer road environment. The Sultan declared his support while receiving the FRSC Corps M…
Read MoreKano State Invests N1bn on Water Supply System Upgrade
Kano: The Kano State government has allocated over N1 billion to purchase ten high-capacity water pumps aimed at revitalizing the state’s water supply system. Commissioner for Water Resources, Umar Doguwa, announced this initiative during an inspectio…
Read MoreNigeria and Sierra Leone First Ladies Secure Key Roles in OAFLAD Leadership
Addis Ababa: Nigeria’s first lady, Sen. Oluremi Tinubu, has been elected as a member of the Organisation of African First Ladies for Development (OAFLAD) Steering Committee. Mrs Tinubu was elected on Saturday during the 29th Ordinary General Assembly …
Read MoreTinubu’s Forex Policy Revolutionizes Nigerian Domestic Airline Operations
Lagos: Prof. Obiora Okonkwo, Founder of United Nigeria Airline, has praised the Federal Government for fostering a conducive environment for domestic airline operators to flourish.
According to News Agency of Nigeria, Okonkwo expressed his gratitud…
Read MoreFG Backs Agricultural Research Reform
Abuja: The Federal Government has reaffirmed its dedication to strengthening Nigeria’s agricultural research system through the National Agricultural Development Fund (NADF). The fund plays an important role in addressing challenges within the sector …
Read More