By Rukayat Moisemhe Two manufacturers have urged the mass media to engage relevant stakeholders on youths’ responsible use of technology to develop their potential and foster national development. They made the call on Thursday in Lagos at a symposium which was part of activities of the 2024 Press Week ofContinue Reading
By Philip Yatai The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Mr Nyesom Wike has appointed the pioneer FCT Head of Civil Service, Dr Udo Atang, as his Senior Special Assistant on Administration (SSA Administration). Mr Anthony Ogunleye, Director of Press, Office of the FCT Minister, in a statement inContinue Reading
By Angela Atabo The Federal Ministry of Works on Thursday unveiled the Performance Management System (PMS) aimed at driving effective service delivery, promoting accountability and transparency. The Permanent Secretary in the Ministry, Mr Yakubu Kofarmata, said during the inauguration of the PMS that it was one of theContinue Reading
By Millicent Ifeanyichukwu The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has affirmed its commitment to collaborating with governments toward reducing child morbidity and mortality through vaccination. Mrs Aderonke Akinola-Akinwole, Social Behaviour Change Specialist at UNICEF Nigeria, gave the assurance at a two-day media dialogue in Lagos. The dialogue was on:Continue Reading
By Salif Atojoko President Bola Tinubu felicitates Bishop David Oyedepo, founder of the Living Faith Church Worldwide and Presiding Bishop of Faith Tabernacle, on his 70th birthday on Sept. 27. In a tribute signed by him, President Tinubu rejoiced with the entire Body of Christ, members of the Winner’sContinue Reading
By Salif Atojoko President Bola Tinubu has called on the Edo governor-elect, Sen. Monday Okpebholo, to prioritise the development of his state. The President also assured him of the full support of the Federal Government and the Progressive Governors’ Forum (PGF). President Tinubu said this on Thursday in Abuja atContinue Reading
By Salif Atojoko Edo Governor-elect, Mr Monday Okpebholo, on Thursday said his election as governor of Edo signaled a new dawn for the state. Okpebholo made the remarks, while briefing State House correspondents, after presenting his certificate of return to President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa. He promised toContinue Reading
By Oluwafunke Ishola Africa’s philanthropist, Tony Elumelu, has reiterated his commitment to promoting financial inclusion, youth empowerment and food security for a sustainable future. Elumelu said this during a high-level meeting held on the sidelines of the ongoing 79th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA79) in New York. He saidContinue Reading
By Folasade Akpan The Federal Government has approved the increase of National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members’ monthly allowance to N77,000 with effect from July 2024. NYSC’s Acting Director, Information and Public Relations, Caroline Embu, said this in a statement on Wednesday. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports thatContinue Reading
By Taiye Olayemi The Federation of Tourism Associations of Nigeria (FTAN) has commended tourism practitioners across the country for their resilience and quest to upscale the industry and uphold peace initiative. Mr Nkereuwem Onung, National President of FTAN, gave the commendation on Wednesday during a virtual news conference, onContinue Reading
