By Ibironke Ariyo/Kennedy Sheyin The Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS) has begun a capacity building training for its Passport Control Officers (PCOs), announcing its commitment to prosecute foreigners arrested while attempting to obtain Nigerian passports. The NIS Comptroller-General, Mrs Kemi Nandap, said this at the opening of the three-day workshop onContinue Reading
By Amina Ahmed Dr Ayuba Mugana, an endocrinologist based in Bauchi, has recommended ginger drink as a healthy option for diabetic patients, citing its digestive and overall health benefits. In an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Wednesday in Bauchi, Mugana highlighted the numerous medicinal properties ofContinue Reading
By Angela Atabo The Nigeria-China Strategic Partnership (NCSP) has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening bilateral collaboration between Nigeria and China as part of efforts to drive Nigeria’s industrialisation and economic growth. NCSP Director-General Joseph Tegbe made this known in a statement issued in Abuja after a media interactive session.Continue Reading
By Harriet Otoku The first day on the job is always a mix of excitement and nerves, but for a fresh industrial trainee, it’s a whole new world. On 16th July, 2025 I stepped into the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) as an IT student, my first day wasContinue Reading
By Martha Agas The Tinubu Media Support Group (TMSG), a think-tank, has described as false claims that the Federal Government was planning to sale its existing refineries. The group criticised the narrative being promoted by the African Democratic Congress (ADC) media office. In a statement signed by its Chairman, EmekaContinue Reading
Community By Emmanuel Afonne The Inspector-General of Police (I-G), Mr Kayode Egbetokun, has highlighted the importance of traditional rulers in safeguarding communities in the country. Egbetokun who was represented by Mr Victor Olaiya, the Assistant Inspector-General (AIG) of Police, in charge of Zone 7, said this at the opening ofContinue Reading
By Collins Yakubu-Hammer The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Mohammed Idris, has urged media practitioners to keep the country united in the discharge of their constitutional role of holding government accountable. Idris made the call in a remark at the Blueprint Public Lecture, Impact Series and Award, onContinue Reading
The Blueprint Newspapers has awarded the Director-General of National Oil Spill Detection and Response Agency (NOSDRA), Chukwuemeka Woke, with a Public Service Excellence. This is recognition of Woke’s exceptional leadership and commitment to public service since he assumed office. The award took place during the newspaper’s 2025 PublicContinue Reading
By Collins Yakubu-Hammer A Network, Impact Hub Abuja has urged youths across the country to harness the power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to unlock new opportunities and gain empowerment. The Founder, Mr Olalekan Oshunkoya, who made the appeal in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on TuesdayContinue Reading
The Nigerian Union in South Africa (NUSA) on Tuesday paid tributes to late former President Muhammadu Buhari, describing him as a significant figure in Nigeria’s political history. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the group spoke during a condolence visit to the Nigerian Consulate in Johannesburg. Continue Reading
