By Aderonke Ojo Shehu Dikko, Chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC), has reaffirmed the commission’s commitment to ensuring that para-athletes in Nigeria receive the necessary support to thrive. Dikko made this known at the closing of the 3rd National Para Games in Abuja, describing the event as a celebrationContinue Reading
By Taiye Olayemi The National Insurance Commission (NAICOM) has called for greater inclusion of young people in the insurance and pension sectors to enhance industry growth and relevance in a rapidly changing economy. Mr Olusegun Omosehin, Commissioner for Insurance and Chief Executive Officer of NAICOM, made the call while speakingContinue Reading
By Felicia Imohimi The Federal Government and key stakeholders on Thursday in Abuja validated the Nigerian Oil Palm Development Strategy to boost productivity, achieve self-sufficiency and reduce poverty. The Minister of State for Agriculture and Food Security, Sen. Aliyu Abdullahi, described the policy as a comprehensive roadmap for the growth and developmentContinue Reading
By Muhyideen Jimoh President Bola Tinubu has vowed to strengthen collaboration with stakeholders to end the cycle of violence in Plateau and restore lasting peace. Tinubu made the pledge on Thursday during a solemn visit to Jos, where he met with community leaders and victims of recent deadly attacks. TheContinue Reading
By Aisha Cole The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, has disclosed significant progress toward refloating a national shipping carrier to strengthen Nigeria’s maritime industry. Oyetola made the disclosure on Thursday at the ministry’s three-in-one stakeholders’ engagement and performance retreat in Lagos, outlining efforts to boost indigenous shippingContinue Reading
By Ibironke Ariyo The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to reversing forest loss and strengthening wildlife protection through policy reforms, legislation, and multi-sector partnerships. The Minister of Environment, Balarabe Lawal, made the commitment in his keynote address, delivered on his behalf by Director Tijjani Ahmad, at the 2026 World WildlifeContinue Reading
By Taiye Olayemi Africa Prudential Plc has reported a 38.35 per cent increase in revenue to N7.19 billion for the financial year ended Dec. 31, 2025, compared to N5.19 billion recorded in 2024. This was disclosed at the company’s 13th Annual General Meeting held virtually on Thursday. The company’s ProfitContinue Reading
By Grace Alegba The Director-General of the Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP), Dr Adedokun Adebowale, has urged procurement officers to strictly adhere to rules to drive reforms and national development. Adebowale made the call on Thursday while presenting a paper titled “Transforming Public Procurement Systems through Reforms and Innovations forContinue Reading
By Maureen Okon The Nigerians in the Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) says fintech, ICT and digital innovation, agriculture, and other key sectors will feature prominently at the Nigerian Diaspora Economic Conference (NAIDEC) 2026. The Chairman/CEO of NiDCOM, Mrs Abike Dabiri-Erewa, disclosed this at a news conference in Abuja ahead of theContinue Reading
By Ibironke Ariyo The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring the safety, quality, and efficacy of medicinal and aromatic plant-based products across Nigeria. The Director-General of NAFDAC, Mojisola Adeyeye, spoke at the #BeWildForNature Youth Network event organised by the UnitedContinue Reading
