By Edith Nwapi Nigeria has significantly strengthened its legal framework against torture through the Anti-Torture Act, says the Executive Secretary (ES),  National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), Mr Tony Ojukwu, SAN. Ojukwu made this known on Friday in Abuja in a statement in honour of victims and survivors of torture asContinue Reading

By Muhyideen Jimoh President Bola Tinubu on Friday signed the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) Act 2026 into law, strengthening Nigeria’s legal framework for digital identity management, cybersecurity and national security. The signing ceremony at the State House was attended by President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, Deputy Speaker BenjaminContinue Reading

By Angela Atabo Nigerian Institution of Civil Engineers (NICE) has called for stricter adherence to professional standards, greater use of qualified civil engineers, and enhanced quality control of construction materials to tackle building collapses. They made the call in Abuja on Thursday at the 25th NICE Anniversary themed “From VisionContinue Reading

By Lucy Ogalue The Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN) has launched a N500 million zero-interest Grow Fund for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in the country. SMEDAN Director-General, Charles Odii, announced the initiative during an engagement with the Commerce and Industry Correspondents Association of NigeriaContinue Reading

By Stellamaris Ashinze/Oluwatope Lawanson The Lagos State Government has called for sustained investment in digital infrastructure, education and skills development to ensure inclusive growth and broaden participation in the nation’s digital economy. The Deputy Governor of Lagos State, Dr Obafemi Hamzat, made the call on Thursday while receiving the PublicContinue Reading