By Olatunde Ajayi The Network of Book Clubs and Reading Culture Promoters in Nigeria (NBRP) and the Nigerian Copyright Commission (NCC) have partnered to launch a Book City Initiative in Oyo State. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the initiative, launched in Ibadan, is aimed at reviving andContinue Reading
By Aderonke Ojo The Chairman of the Federal Capital Territory Football Association, Mouktar Mohammed, says football development in Abuja must be built on continuity, stability and sustainability rather than quick fixes. Mohammed said this during a media parley at the Old Parade Ground, Area 10, Abuja. He said the associationContinue Reading
By Priscilla Osaje Mr Jeon Juho, the Director, Korean Cultural Centre Nigeria (KCCN), says culture is not only a reflection of people, but a powerful force that shapes nations across borders. Juho said this in Abuja at the commemoration of 2026 World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development.Continue Reading
By Taiye Olayemi Stakeholders in the health and nutrition sector have called for greater collaboration among governments, development partners and communities to address rising cases of malnutrition and improve nutrition outcomes across the country. They warned that poor nutrition outcomes would continue to affect generations if left unresolved. The stakeholdersContinue Reading
By Edith Tsokar The National Commission for Colleges of Education (NCCE) says Nigeria is entering a “new dawn” in teacher education, with sweeping reforms aimed at repositioning Colleges of Education for better learning outcomes. The Executive Secretary of the commission, Dr Angela Ajala, made this known in Abuja at aContinue Reading
By Jacinta Nwachukwu A non-governmental organisation, Plan International Nigeria, has engaged some stakeholders in the education sector to develop a framework for teachers’ orientation and development across states to enhance classroom learning. Speaking with newsmen at a two-day Roundtable Advocacy Meeting on new teachers’ development/orientation in Abuja, the stakeholders underscoredContinue Reading
By Grace Alegba The President of the Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE), Mr Ali Rabiu, has urged engineers to embrace financial literacy and business intelligence for improved professional relevance and economic stability. Rabiu made the call in a goodwill message at the 2026 Annual Business Luncheon of the NSE IkejaContinue Reading
By Christiana Nicholas A businessman, Abibu Yakubu, has filed a petition against his ex-wife at the Upper Area Court 1, Karu, over alleged refusal to leave his house after divorce. Yakubu is also seeking custody of his four children. He filed the case against his estranged wife, Shuwadatu Mohammed, onContinue Reading
By Ibironke Ariyo The Chairman, National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), retired Brig.-Gen. Buba Marwa, has urged Nigerians to rise and counter the toxic pop-culture that glamourises abuse of illicit substances as an acceptable way of life. Marwa made the call during the official inauguration of the NDLEA’s radio station,Continue Reading
By Ginika Okoye The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has sealed off two estate company offices in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) over non-compliance with the commission’s order. The estate companies are Ochacho Group Worldwide, owners of Ochacho Real Homes and Ti’Bilon construction, real estate and facility managementContinue Reading
