NECA faults ban on sachet alcohol

By Florence Onuegbu The Nigeria Employers’ Consultative Association (NECA) has faulted the ban on alcohol in sachets and small bottles. Its Director-General, Mr Wale Smatt-Oyerinde, during a news conference on Tuesday in Lagos, said that a blanket ban was not the solution to the problem. He said that such banContinue Reading

Physician calls for trust, transparency in Nigeria’s healthcare

    By Oluwafunke Ishola   A UK-based Nigerian physician, Dr Tokunbo Fasuyi, says prioritising trust, transparency, and accountability can revolutionise patient care and boost Nigeria’s healthcare system. Fasuyi, Founder of Aegis Private Health Consultancy, said this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Monday. HeContinue Reading

Okonjo-Iweala, others urge youths to drive reforms, strengthen civic action

By Adeyemi Adeleye/Grace Alegba National leaders have challenged youths to lead Nigeria’s renewal, warning that meaningful change now depends on young citizens organising, demanding accountability and driving sustained civic action. They made the call on Wednesday night at the 15th anniversary of Enough is Enough Nigeria (EiE), held in Lagos,Continue Reading

Economic reforms deliver growth, spur investor confidence – Bagudu

  By Salif Atojoko The Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Sen. Abubakar Bagudu, says Nigeria’s economy is witnessing a significant turnaround, driven by bold reforms, improved coordination, and a renewed focus on national priorities. In an interview for an upcoming documentary marking President Bola Tinubu’s second anniversary, he saidContinue Reading