By Ijeoma Olorunfemi Gov. Babagana Zulum of Borno State, along with former governors Babatunde Fashola and Kayode Fayemi, joined other notable Nigerians in recommending the sustained progress in the ICT sector. During the unveiling and official launch of the book “A Scholar’s Journey: Navigating Academia,” authored by Prof. Isa Pantami,Continue Reading
By Abujah Racheal The Federal Ministry of Health, through the National HIV/AIDS, Viral Hepatitis, and STIs Control Programme (NASCP), has unveiled the Early Infant Diagnosis (EID) Optimisation Toolkits for Taraba and Rivers. Prof. Muhammad Ali Pate, the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, emphasised that the initiative aimed toContinue Reading
By Wando Sombo The electricity theft case filed by the Federal Government against an Abuja Property Developer, Mr Cecil Osakwe has been adjourned until April 15. The case, filed before Justice Binta Nyako at the Federal High Court, Abuja was slated for hearing on Thursday, however, it didn’t go onContinue Reading
By Okeoghene Akubuike A prominent Development Economist, Prof. Ken Ife, has identified insecurity as the primary driver behind the escalating costs of food in the country. “Fewer farmers are growing crops and many can no longer go to the farm out of fear. “Eighty per cent of rural production, processingContinue Reading
By Bukola Adewumi The National Agricultural Land Development Authority (NALDA) has successfully empowered 200 youths and women in Nasarawa State under its Home Grown Poultry Programme. The initiative, aimed at boosting incomes and livelihoods, provided beneficiaries with essential poultry materials. Executive Secretary of NALDA, Paul Ikonne, revealed that the scheme,Continue Reading
By Fabian Ekeruche The Lagos State Government has affirmed its unwavering commitment to enforcing a comprehensive ban on the usage and distribution of styrofoam within the state. The Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Mr Tokunbo Wahab, said this at a consultative meeting with the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN)Continue Reading
By Tosin Kolade Nigerian Government, in collaboration with UNICEF and other development partners, have unveiled an ambitious plan to accelerate the provision of climate-resilient, safe, and sustainable drinking water, sanitation, and hygiene services within the country. At the Nigeria/UNICEF Annual WASH Review Meeting in Abuja on Thursday, Prof. Joseph Utsev,Continue Reading
By Aderogba George Mrs Titi Atiku, wife of the former Vice President, has urged stakeholders leading the charge against human trafficking and smuggling of migrants to fortify themselves for the challenges ahead. Atiku delivered this call during the closing session of a three-day retreat organised by the West Africa CoalitionContinue Reading
By Deborah Coker Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru, has inaugurated an 8-member committee tasked with providing and installing a security surveillance system along the Abuja-Kaduna highway and rail line to address recurring security breaches. The committee, led by the Director Joint Services in the ministry and comprising members from variousContinue Reading
By Talatu Maiwada The Yola Electricity Distribution Company (YEDC) has refuted claims suggesting a takeover by Nigerien authorities, while reiterating its dedication to delivering high-quality power services within its franchise area. Mr Peter Cheman, Acting Head of Corporate Communication, in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria on TuesdayContinue Reading
