By Angela Atabo Sen. Seriake Dickson, representing Bayelsa West senatorial District has reiterated his commitment to increasing women’s participation in governance through deliberate legislative action. Dickson a former Governor of Bayelsa and the leader of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), made the commitment when an advocacy group, Women CollectiveContinue Reading
By Priscilla Osaje An influencer, Mr Victor Mac-adonai, has emerged winner of the third edition of the 2026 ‘Hansik’ (Korean food) contest final round held in Abuja, after beating seven other teams,carting home a 300 and 40 litre LG fridge. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that theContinue Reading
By Priscilla Osaje Dr Ali Nuhu, Managing Director/CEO, Nigerian Film Corporation (NFC), has urged stakeholders in the Nigerian film industry to preserve the nation’s audiovisual heritage in order to ensure future access to cinematic history. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Nuhu made the call at aContinue Reading
By Collins Yakubu-Hammer The Youth on Ground Progressive and Mentorship Initiative has conducted a medical outreach for more than 400 residents of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The initiative said the gesture was put in place to reduce the prevalence of malaria and typhoid through testing, treatment and awarenessContinue Reading
By Dorcas Elusogbon The Forum of Social Democratic Party (SDP) State Chairmen has congratulated the party’s national chairman, Prof. Abubakar Gombe, on his confirmation by the National Executive Council (NEC) to lead the party. In a statement signed by the forum’s secretary, Idris Adamu on Thursday, the chairmen, ledContinue Reading
By Akpan Glory The National Speaker of the Women Parliament of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), Hajiya Sa’adatu Abdullahi, has called for increased participation of women in leadership and governance. Abdullahi made the call in a goodwill message to commemorate the 2026 International Women’s Day, where she also extendedContinue Reading
By Angela Atabo The President of the Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE), Ali Rabiu,has urged engineers to deploy innovation, systems thinking and technology-driven methodologies in government’s efforts to address Nigeria’s insecurity challenges. Rabiu made the call during a Webinar to mark the 2026 World Engineering Day celebration, with the theme: “Continue Reading
By Priscilla Osaje The Federal High Court Abuja on Wednesday remanded the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Netnaija Media Enterprises, Emmanuel Analike in Kuje corrections facility for alleged copyright infringement. Justice Suleiman Liman fixed the date after the counsel to the defendant, Nnemeka Ejiofor notified the court that he filed aContinue Reading
By Joshua Olomu Dr Olayiwola Awakan, Director-General, Nigerian Tourism Development Authority (NTDA), has been appointed as Chairman of African Travel Commission (ATC). The appointment was announced at the recent ATC’s high-level engagement and inaugural summit in Lagos, reinforcing Nigeria’s leadership role in advancing continental tourism. The News Agency ofContinue Reading
By Joy Akanu Nigerian Afrobeats sensation Ayodeji Balogun, popularly known as Wizkid, has achieved a significant international milestone as his 2019 hit single “Joro” is officially certified Platinum in France. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the certification was made known by Syndicat National de l’Édition Phonographique (SNEP)Continue Reading
