By Henry Oladele A Professor of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Abidoye Gbadegesin, has called for strengthened healthcare systems and policy reforms to safeguard maternal and child health in Nigeria. Gbadegesin made the call in Lagos on Wednesday while delivering the 120th Inaugural Lecture of Lagos State University (LASU). The NewsContinue Reading
By Kamal Tayo Oropo Africa faces mounting economic strain as global shocks intensify, driven by Middle-East conflict disrupting energy, food, and fertiliser markets, say regional economic leaders. The leaders stated this in a media briefing on Friday after their meeting on the sidelines of ECA’s 58th session inContinue Reading
By Funmilola Gboteku Mr Timothy Akano, Chief Executive Officer, New Horizons Nigeria, has called for increased inclusion of visually impaired persons in the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) sector. He said visually impaired persons possessed untapped potential that could contribute meaningfully to Nigeria’s ICT development if given the right opportunities.Continue Reading
By Oladele Eniola Restaurants in Ikeja, Lagos State, were filled to capacity on Easter Sunday, as residents thronged them to celebrate the festive occasion. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the development attracted large gatherings of families and friends, who visited popular dining spots across the area toContinue Reading
By Oluwaseun Nubi Oba Semiudeen Kasali of Igbogbo Kingdom, Ikorodu, Lagos State, has offered free Computer-Based Test (CBT) training to 500 senior secondary students from six public schools in his community. The initiative is part of activities marking the forthcoming 10th Coronation Anniversary of the traditional ruler. Continue Reading
By Oluwatope Lawanson A Lagos State lawmaker and other political stakeholders from Ifako-Ijaiye Constituency 1 of the state have given support for President Bola Tinubu’s re-election in 2027. At a stakeholders’ meeting tagged “Renewed Hope Easter Fiesta in Lagos”, Mr Temitope Adewale, who represents Ifako-Ijaiye Constituency 1Continue Reading
By Funmilola Gboteku Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH) says the institution will be partnering with the Nigerian Association of Technologists in Engineering (NATE) to enhance the capacity of engineering practitioners. The Rector, YABATECH, Dr Ibraheem Abdul, said this during a courtesy visit of NATE to the institution onContinue Reading
By Grace Alegba DataPro, a Nigerian technology-driven rating agency, has advised banks to begin portfolio reviews and strengthen data gathering processes to meet the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) stress testing directive. Mr Idris Adeleke, a member of the firm’s rating team, gave this recommendation during aContinue Reading
By Joan Odafe Experts in corporate, creative and health sectors have urged women professionals to embrace impact-driven leadership by prioritising mentorship, personal growth, strong character and mental well-being. They said these are essential tools for shaping society and empowering others. The call was made at the just-concluded 2026 SheratonContinue Reading
By Rukayat Moisemhe A health advocate, Mr Lorenz Mba, has called for nationwide shift from reactive to preventive healthcare through simple lifestyle changes and early screening to reduce the burden of non-communicable diseases. He made the call an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Wednesday inContinue Reading
