By Maureen Okon The Nigerians in the Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) says fintech, ICT and digital innovation, agriculture, and other key sectors will feature prominently at the Nigerian Diaspora Economic Conference (NAIDEC) 2026. The Chairman/CEO of NiDCOM, Mrs Abike Dabiri-Erewa, disclosed this at a news conference in Abuja ahead of theContinue Reading
By Ibironke Ariyo The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring the safety, quality, and efficacy of medicinal and aromatic plant-based products across Nigeria. The Director-General of NAFDAC, Mojisola Adeyeye, spoke at the #BeWildForNature Youth Network event organised by the UnitedContinue Reading
By Ibrahim Kado The Anglican Diocese of Yola has called for a partnership with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) to strengthen advocacy against Gender-Based Violence (GBV) in Adamawa. The GBV Desk Officer of the diocese, Ifeanyichukwu Mmaduakonam, made the call during an advocacy visit to NAN’s Yola office onContinue Reading
A social media influencer, Sani Buhari, popularly known as Waspapping, has denied claims linking the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) to his arrest by the Department of State Services (DSS).Continue Reading
By Uche Anunne A stalwart of All Progressives Congress (APC), Chief Sam Onuigbo, says with the successful conduct of its national convention, the party has laid the foundation for victory in the 2027 general elections. Onuigbo, a former member of House of Representatives, said this on Thursday in an interviewContinue Reading
By Deji Abdulwahab Dr Mohammed Bulama, the Director-General of the Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria (FRCN), says the corporation will continue to serve as platform for dialogue, as well as catalyst for national development, peace, and unity. Bulama said this while commemorating the 75th Anniversary of the FRCN in AbujaContinue Reading
Troops By Sumaila Ogbaje The Nigerian troops have intensified ongoing operations across theatres, neutralising terrorists, foiling kidnap attempts and recovering arms, livestock and other items in coordinated offensives within the last 24 hours. Operational updates made available to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) indicates that troops of the JointContinue Reading
TB By Cecilia Ologunagba Nigeria is closing tuberculosis (TB) detection gaps, expanding access to testing and treatment, and strengthening services for vulnerable populations with the technical support from the World Health Organisation (WHO). According to the UN heath agency, Nigeria’s experience shows that progress is possible when government leadership isContinue Reading
By Victor Okoye The African Democratic Congress (ADC) Diaspora Chapter, USA, has expressed concern over the removal of its National Working Committee (NWC) led by David Mark from the portal of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). The group said the development could affect party administration, especially as the matterContinue Reading
By Victor Okoye Jabiru Tsauri, National Coordinator and CEO of AUDA-NEPAD Nigeria, has pledged strong support for the 2026 All Africa Challenge Trophy. Tsauri spoke during a courtesy visit by Lami Ahmed, President of the Ladies Golf Association of Nigeria (LGAN), and her delegation on Wednesday in Abuja. He describedContinue Reading
