By Aderonke Ojo National Sports Commission (NSC) Director-General, Bukola Olopade, has reaffirmed the commission’s commitment to ensuring adequate preparation, welfare and support for Team Nigeria ahead of the Commonwealth Games. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Olopade spoke in Abuja after strategic meetings with sports federations, including AmericanContinue Reading
Abdulrahman Yahaya Football fans have urged the coaching crew of the Super Eagles to retain several emerging players who impressed during Nigeria’s victorious campaign at the 2026 Unity Cup in London and the recent international friendly against Poland. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Head Coach, Eric Chelle,Continue Reading
By Okeoghene Akubuike The Federal Government has directed that no new public contracts should be awarded without confirmed funding, as part of efforts to improve project delivery across the country. Director-General of the Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP), Dr Adebowale Adedokun, disclosed this on the sidelines of the Inaugural HostingContinue Reading
By Lucy Ogalue The Federal Government has presented the Africa Quality Mark (AQM) certification to 220 Made-in-Nigeria products produced by 131 companies. The certification is part of efforts by the government to enhance the competitiveness of Nigerian goods in regional and continental markets. The Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment,Continue Reading
By Diana Omueza The House of Representatives Spouses Association (HORSA) has described the Special Seats Bill as a strategic measure to promote inclusive governance rather than replace men’s seats in the legislature. The President of HORSA, Dr Fatima Tajudeen-Abbas, said this during the association’s advocacy visit to the Policy andContinue Reading
By Michael Ajayi/Anita Uzoagba RSE Engineering Nigeria Limited has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Energy Commission of Nigeria (ECN) to promote the deployment of advanced cogeneration technology across key sectors in Nigeria. Advanced Cogeneration Technology, also known as Combined Heat and Power (CHP), simultaneously generates electricity andContinue Reading
By Aderonke Ojo Toluwalashe Agunbiade has continued her impressive run at the ongoing 2026 NASCO/ITF J30 World Tennis Tour Junior Championship, defeating Destiny Tomizayi 7-5, 6-1 in a Girls Under-18 Group F Match in Abuja. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the championship is taking place at theContinue Reading
By Fatima Mohammed-Lawal Kwara Government and some NGOs in Ilorin have distributed menstrual pads to 100 schoolgirls at the Kwara State School for Special Needs. Speaking on the sidelines of the programme, Mr Buhari Oladimeji, the Adolescent Health and Development Officer of the Kwara Ministry for Health, explained that theContinue Reading
By Aderonke Ojo Diplomats and stakeholders have highlighted the role of football in promoting unity, cultural exchange and stronger bilateral relations among nations. They spoke during a football viewing party organised by the Office of the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Grassroots Sports Development in collaboration with theContinue Reading
By Ibironke Ariyo, News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) For many journalists, activists and civil society actors in Nigeria, speaking out on public interest issues is now a risky undertaking. Beyond threats, intimidation and harassment, a growing number are finding themselves entangled in costly and prolonged legal battles. This is notContinue Reading
