By Tiamiyu Prudence Arobani The Organisation for the Advancement of Nigerians (OAN) has applauded President Bola Tinubu for appointing Jimoh Ibrahim as Nigeria’s UN Ambassador, saying the decision has already yielded significant diplomatic dividends. Amb. Jimoh Ibrahim, Permanent Representative of Nigeria to the UN (middle) flanked by Amb.Continue Reading
By Sarafina Christopher The People’s Republic of China has assured African countries of the full implementation of the outcomes of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) Beijing Summit before the next ministerial meeting. The country also reaffirmed that Africa remained an equal partner in the cooperation framework. MrContinue Reading
By Sarafina Christopher China has upgraded its “Green Channel” policy to fast-track the clearance of African agricultural products, particularly fresh produce. This is part of measures aimed at expanding agricultural trade and improving market access for African exporters. Mr Shuai Guipeng, Deputy Director, FOCAC Office, China’s Ministry ofContinue Reading
By Peter Okolie An Austrian-based Catholic Priest, Rev. Fr. Henry Igbokwe, and his European partners, on Sunday, unveiled a N25 million solar-powered water project and other facilities at Umuezegwu community, Ihitte Uboma LGA of Imo. The humanitarian intervention also featured a three-bedroom bungalow, youth empowerment through the distribution of sewingContinue Reading
Nigeria’s healthcare sector received a major boost on Friday as Dangote Cement Plc inaugurated a multimillion Naira hospital in Obajana, Kogi. The ceremony also featured the conferment of traditional chieftaincy titles on Mr Arvind Pathak, Group Managing Director of Dangote Cement Plc, and Azad Nawabuddin, Plant Director ofContinue Reading
By Fatimah Muhammed The organisers of the Miss Naija Beauty and Style Pageant have unveiled the 2026 edition with a commitment to promoting Nigerian culture, domestic tourism and leadership. The Founder and Convener of the pageant, Mr Samaila Adoyi, disclosed this on Saturday in Abuja during the unveiling ofContinue Reading
By Mohammad Tijjani and Aaron Usman President Bola Tinubu says the Federal Government will promote traditional sports, especially horse racing, to empower youths, strengthen unity and stimulate economic growth. Tinubu spoke through Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani, at Saturday’s Renewed Hope West African Horse Racing Derby grand finale atContinue Reading
By Mukhtar Sagir Dambatta Drew Uyi, a FIFA-licensed football agent, says the 2026 FIFA World Cup has exceeded expectations in spite of the officiating controversies and surprising results. Uyi stated this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Friday in Abuja while assessing the tournament’sContinue Reading
By Muhyideen Jimoh All pupils and teachers abducted during the May 15 attack on Ahoro-Esiele community in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State have regained their freedom. Presidential Spokesperson, Mr Bayo Onanuga, announced the development in a post on his verified X handle on Friday. “Finally, the kidnapped pupilsContinue Reading
By Yahaya Isah Otunba Bolaji Adigun, Zonal Chairman of Police Community Relations Committee (PCRC), zone 7, Police Headquarters, on Thursday held a series of strategic engagements with the Executives of PCRC Niger Command. This is contained in a statement by the Chief of Staff to the Chairman, Bamah Uche,Continue Reading
