FG partners Afrexim Bank, others to boost creative sector

By Joshua Olomu The Federal Government has forged pivotal partnership with African Export-Import Bank (Afrexim Bank) and others toward ensuring that the creative and tourism sector contributes meaningfully to the nation’s economy. Hannatu Musawa, Minister of Arts, Culture, Tourism, and Creative Economy, disclosed this in a statement on Tuesday inContinue Reading

Ramadan: Faith leaders advocate for food security to foster lasting peace

By Muhyideen Jimoh A cross-section of Muslim and Christian leaders have called on the Federal Government to prioritise addressing food insecurity, emphasising its vital role in achieving lasting peace and stability in the country. The call was made on Saturday evening in Abuja during the Al-Habibiyyah Islamic Society’s 2025 annualContinue Reading

Gumel re-elected ANOCA Treasurer-General

By Emmanuel Afonne The Association of National Olympic Committees of Africa (ANOCA) has re-elected Habu Gumel as its Treasurer-General. Gumel, who is also President of the Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC), emerged unopposed on Saturday at ANOCA’s General Assembly in Algiers, Algeria. He is currently Nigeria’s only member of the InternationalContinue Reading

Cricket: Federation hails improvement in U-17 tourney

By Ijeoma Okigbo The Nigeria Cricket Federation (NCF), has expressed delight over the ‘significant improvement’ in the standard of the NCF/PwC U17 Cricket Championship. The sixth edition, ended recently in Abuja with numerous upsets and new records set in the tournament, received commendation from stakeholders but notably organisers. Musa Ehizoje,Continue Reading