By Prudence Arobani Nigeria’s Permanent Representative to the UN, Amb. Jimoh Ibrahim, has called for urgent global action to address rising geo-political tensions, arms proliferation and emerging security threats confronting the international community. Ibrahim made the call while welcoming participants of the United States Army War College during their visitContinue Reading
Amira Muhammad Abubakar Nigeria’s healthcare system is facing increasing pressure as the migration of frontline health workers, especially doctors and nurses, continues to rise, leaving hospitals understaffed and patients struggling to access quality medical care nationwide. Popularly referred to as the “Japa syndrome,” the migration of healthcare professionals to countriesContinue Reading
By Okeoghene Akubuike Dr Adebowale Adedokun, Director-General, Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP), says the revised Standard Bidding Document (SBD) has improved transparency, accountability and compliance in Nigeria’s public procurement system. Adedokun stated this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Abuja on Sunday. He said theContinue Reading
By Okeoghene Akubuike Dr Adebowale Adedokun, Director-General(D-G), Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP), has identified weak sanctions against misconduct and inadequate capacity among procurement officers as major factors undermining Nigeria’s procurement system. Adedokun disclosed this while speaking with the News Agency of (NAN) in Abuja on Sunday, on challenges confronting theContinue Reading
By Okeoghene Akubuike The Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP) says the Federal Government saved about N1.1 trillion within a year through a newly established Price Intelligence Unit. Dr Adebowale Adedokun, Director-General(D-G), BPP, disclosed this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria(NAN) in Abuja on Sunday. Adedokun said thatContinue Reading
By Okeoghene Akubuike The Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP) says the Federal Government’s Nigeria First policy is designed to promote local businesses without shutting out foreign investors from participating in the nation’s economy. The Director-General of BPP, Dr Adebowale Adedokun, stated this in an interview with the News Agency ofContinue Reading
By Aderonke Ojediran The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress has assured governorship aspirants of a free, fair and credible primary. Party leaders gave the assurance on Thursday ahead of the May 21 governorship primary for the 2027 election. The pledge came during a meeting withContinue Reading
By Monday Ijeh The Police Community Relations Committee (PCRC) has commenced construction of its National Secretariat in Abuja, naming the building “Olatunji Disu House” in honour of the Inspector-General of Police. The National Chairman of PCRC, Alhaji Ibrahim Olaniyan, said this on Wednesday at the foundation-laying ceremony in Abuja, describingContinue Reading
By Rita Iliya The Sasakawa Africa Association has organised an integrated training for farmer groups on financial literacy and digital tools in Niger State. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the training is supported by the Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA)-funded project. ItContinue Reading
By Daniel Obaje Midwives are specialised healthcare professionals providing comprehensive, relationship-based care for women during pregnancy, labour, birth, and the postpartum period. In this campaign, the Nigeria Health Watch showcases deep significance played by these medical personnel in the lives of citizens. More midwives mean more inclusive healthcareContinue Reading
