ICPC rejects Dangote’s request to withdraw petition against ex- NMDPRA boss
2026-01-08
ICPC rejects Dangote’s request to withdraw petition against ex- NMDPRA bossContinue Reading
IPCR calls for collaboration with security forces to tackle insecurity
2026-01-07
By Sarafina Christopher The Institute for Peace and Conflict Resolution (IPCR) has called for collaboration with security forces to defeat insecurity in the country. This appeal comes in the wake of terrorist attacks on communities in Agwara and Borgu local government areas (LGAs) of Niger State, which resulted in theContinue Reading
CMDs, MDs urge JOHESU, NARD to suspend strikes, embrace dialogue
2026-01-07
By Folasade Akpan Abuja, Jan. 7, 2026 (NAN) The Committee of Chief Medical Directors and Medical Directors of Federal Tertiary Hospitals (CCMDFTH) has called on health sector unions to embrace dialogue, industrial harmony, and collaboration for the benefit of patients nationwide. This is contained in a statement on Wednesday, signedContinue Reading
Niger Gov’s wife commends PPFN on healthcare interventions
2026-01-07
By Rita Iliya The Wife of the Niger Governor, Hajiya Fatima Bago, has commended the Planned Parenthood Federation of Nigeria (PPFN), a non-governmental organisation, for its contributions to improving healthcare delivery in the state. She said the organisation’s interventions had been particularly impactful in improving health outcomes for women andContinue Reading
Federal fire service decorates 2,620 promoted officers
2026-01-07
By Kelechi Ogunleye The Federal Fire Service (FFS) has decorated 2,620 officers and men promoted by the Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB). The decoration event was held on Wednesday at FFS Headquarters in Abuja. FFS Controller-General, Adeyemi Olumode said that the decoration represented a moment ofContinue Reading
Sunmonu’s life, legacy to developmental unionism-Chambas
2026-01-07
By Ismail Abdulaziz The life of labour icon, Hassan Sunmonu, has been described as an example of effective and developmental unionism Africa. Dr Mohammed Ibn Chambas, Africa Union High Representative for Silencing the Gun, said this in a keynote address at the 85th birthday celebration of Sunmonu on Wednesday inContinue Reading
Universal Insurance targets digital expansion, growth in 2026
2026-01-07
By Taiye Olayemi Universal Insurance Plc has outlined plans to focus on digital innovation, product expansion and stronger partnerships in 2026 as part of efforts to enhance its revenue base. The Managing Director of Universal Insurance, Dr Japhet Duru, disclosed this during the firm’s 2026 Annual Thanksgiving and PrayerContinue Reading
Nigeria-ASEAN Cooperation: Pivoting from traditional exchanges to trade, investment
2026-01-07
By Sarafina Christopher, News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) Nigeria’s diplomatic engagement with the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) reached new heights in 2025, marking a shift from conventional political exchanges to a more expansive and coordinated partnership. This evolving collaboration now spans trade, education, culture, development cooperation, and tourismContinue Reading
Cashew Industry can generate $10bn annually- Association
2026-01-07
By Patricia Amogu The President of the National Cashew Association of Nigeria (NCAN), Dr Ojo Ajanaku, has said Nigeria could earn $10 billion annually from cashew production, with $3 billion coming from cashew sales alone. Ajanaku made this known on Wednesday during a press conference organised ahead of the 4thContinue Reading
Why Taiwan remains China’s core interest—Envoy
2026-01-07
By Busayo Onijala China has reaffirmed that the “Taiwan question” remains at the core of its national interests and represents the foremost red line that must not be crossed in China–U.S. relations. The Consul-General of China in Lagos, Ms Yan Yuqing, said this on Wednesday in Lagos while speaking atContinue Reading
