By Adekunle Williams Skilled artisans in the building industry say they have sought alternative channels to finance their businesses after being neglected by the Federal Government. Alhaji Fasasi Jamiu, the National President of the Builders, Construction and Skilled Artisans Association of Nigeria (BACSAAN), who stated this in anContinue Reading
Initiative By Okon Okon Didi Walson-Jack, Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (HCSF), says the newly introduced INSPIRE programme is designed to dismantle structural barriers limiting advancement of women in Federal Civil Service. Walson-Jack stated this on Thursday during the second day of the International Civil Service ConferenceContinue Reading
By Gabriel Agbeja The Federal Government on Thursday partnered with the People Planet and Peace Foundation to sensitise market traders in Abeokuta on waste management and environmental sustainability. Mr Oyekan Adedoyin, Director, Youth Migration and Climate Action Resilience Department, said the sensitisation was part of the Climate Beyond Borders CaravanContinue Reading
By Babajide Awoyinfa Victory Wilson, a multi-award-winning broadcaster and mental health advocate, has been named MTN MIP Fellow of the Year 2026. The recognition highlights the growing influence of mental health advocacy in African media. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Wilson’s recognition influences in using mediaContinue Reading
By Okon Okon Didi Walson-Jack, Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (HCSF), says the newly introduced INSPIRE programme is designed to dismantle structural barriers limiting advancement of women in Federal Civil Service. Walson-Jack stated this on Thursday during the second day of the International Civil Service Conference inContinue Reading
By Kadiri Abdulrahman The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) says it has successfully concluded the 2026 Hajj outbound airlift of Nigerian pilgrims to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The NAHCON management said in a statement in Makkah that the airlift was concluded at 10:44 a.m Thursday. According to theContinue Reading
By Angela Atabo The Oramali Foundation, in partnership with other stakeholders, stressed the need for mentorship, emotional support and moral upbringing for the boy-child to promote balanced and responsible society. The Executive Director of the foundation, Chidima Oramali, made the call during the celebration of the International Day ofContinue Reading
By Muhyideen Jimoh Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), says the party has activated internal mechanisms to reduce post-primary tensions ahead of the 2027 elections. He stated this on Wednesday after meeting President Bola Tinubu in Lagos, briefing him on ongoing nationwide primaries. He saidContinue Reading
By Kadiri Abdulrahman Jeddah, May 20, 2026 (NAN) Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah, Wednesday held its 50th Grand Hajj Symposium in Jeddah with the participation of distinguished group of ministers, scholars, thinkers, researchers, and specialists from across the Islamic world. The symposium comes as an extension of theContinue Reading
By Folasade Akpan The Africa Hub for Innovation and Development (AHFID), alongside partners, unveiled the Top 25 Women Voices in Development and Public Service, recognising outstanding contributions across governance, education, climate action, healthcare, and development. This was contained in a statement issued Wednesday in Abuja by Ovbokhan Okuonghae,Continue Reading
