By EricJames Ochigbo Food experts have called for the prohibition of the use, consumption and promotion of Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs) in the country. GMOs can either be animal, plant, or microorganism whose gene has been altered in a way that do not occur naturally to achieve a desired trait,Continue Reading
By Perpetua Onuegbu Tech Herfrica, a leading social impact Non-governmental Organisation (NGO) dedicated to empowering women in rural communities has unveiled a guidebook for implementing impactful programmes in rural communities. Founder of the group, Mrs Imade Bibowei-Osuobeni, said during the unveiling that the publication “Breaking Barriers”, was loaded with strategiesContinue Reading
WASH By Adebola Adegoke/Mariam Akande The Lagos State Government, has unveiled its new Water Supply, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) policy 2023, aimed at improving access to clean water and sanitation. The state government said that the policy was also in line with the UN Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) Six. TheContinue Reading
Group calls for amendment of Nigeria Customs Act for enhanced service deliveryContinue Reading
By Isaac Aregbesola EFCC Chairman, Ola Olukoyede, has urged the Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC), to keep closer watch on banks across the country to avoid failure and its attendant unsavoury effects on the economy. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Spokesperson, Dele Oyewale, said this in a statementContinue Reading
By Lydia Ngwakwe Mr Olumide Adewebi, immediate past Vice-President International, Nigerian Institution of Surveyors (NIS), has advocated increased support and recognition for the surveying profession. Adewebi believes this will be of benefit to national development and security. He spoke in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN)Continue Reading
 By Lydia Ngwakwe The Nigerian Institution of Surveyors (NIS) has urged the Lagos State Government to enforce existing laws against land grabbers. The Chairman, NIS, Mr Olukolade Kazeem, made the call at a news conference to mark the 2024 Global Surveyors Day. The Day is celebrated every yearContinue Reading
By Clara Egbogota The Delta State Government has confirmed four cases of Lassa fever in the state urging residents to keep their environment clean always. Dr Joseph Onojaeme, the Delta State Commissioner for Health, spoke on Thursday while briefing newsmen on the status of outbreak of Lassa fever inContinue Reading
By Emmanuel Afonne Dr Ike Neliaku, President, Nigeria Institute of Public Relations (NIPR), says the institute will no longer tolerate situations where quacks manage information in both government and private organisations in the country. Neliaku announced this on Thursday while briefing newsmen on the preparations for the Spokespersons Summit scheduledContinue Reading
By Edeki Igafe A Delta High Court sitting in Effurun has granted Brownhill Investment Company and Mr David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, an out-of-court settlement. Justice Michael Obi of High Court Three, Effurun, on Thursday commended both parties for the amicable resolution to settle out of court. “I commendContinue Reading
