By Jacinta Nwachukwu Public and Private Development Centre (PPDC) has provided free legal representation to over 5,595 detainees, as part of efforts to address poor access to justice in Nigeria. Mrs Lucy Abagi, Chief Executive Officer of PPDC, stated this in Abuja at the centre’s Law for Humanity Summit 2025.Continue Reading
By Tosin Kolade Nigeria and Hungary have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen academic and technical cooperation in water management, innovation, and climate resilience. The agreement, signed between the Budapest University of Technology and Economics and Nigeria’s National Water Resources Institute (NWRI), Kaduna, was a key highlight ofContinue Reading
Former England captain David Beckham has received his knighthood for services to sports and charity as he arrived at Windsor Castle with wife Victoria and his parents. Sir David Beckham was welcomed by King Charles at Windsor Castle, among those accepting the honours. Earlier this year, the football star, 50,Continue Reading
By Stanley Nwanosike The Agricultural Transformation Agenda Support Programme Phase-One (ATASP-1) says the Federal Government plans to mop up excess food in circulation. ATASP-1, an initiative of the Federal Government funded by the African Development Bank (AfDB), is aimed at enhancing agricultural productivity and value-chain development across the country. DrContinue Reading
By Amina Ahmed Dr Habiba Ismail, President of the National Cancer Society, Bauchi State Chapter, has urged men to undergo regular breast cancer screening to enhance early detection and ensure timely medical intervention. Speaking in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Bauchi on Tuesday, Ismail emphasisedContinue Reading
By Fortune Abang The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) says the cooperation between Nigeria and South Africa has created an essential platform aimed at ensuring Africa’s priorities are reflected within global decision-making spaces. Varsha Redkar-Palepu, UNDP Deputy Resident Representative – Programme, said this in Abuja during the G20-Africa outreach meeting on industrialisation andContinue Reading
By Felicia Imohimi The Federal Government on Monday in Kaduna challenged stakeholders to strengthen the county’s capacity in local food production, access to safe and nutritious food. Dr Marcus Ogunbiyi, Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (FMAFS) gave the challenge at the opening of the Technical SessionContinue Reading
By Kelechi Ogunleye The Federal Fire Service (FFS) FCT Command on Monday organised a mental health awareness workshop on the importance of maintaining sound mental health while ensuring the safety of citizens. Speaking at the opening of the training the FFS FCT Controller, Mohammed Anas, said the essence of aContinue Reading
By Zubairu Idris Gov. Dikko Radda of Katsina State said the APC Constitution amendment would guarantee the party’s free and transparent primary election, as well as inclusion of women, youth and People Living with Disabilities (PLWDs) in the party’s affairs. Radda stated this at the public hearing on the amendmentContinue Reading
By Olasunkanmi Onifade The Forum for African Women Educationalists (FAWE) Africa has emphasised that investing in girls’ education is a matter of justice and human rights, not charity. FAWE Africa Executive Director, Mrs Martha Muhwezi, made the call in Abuja at the 21st FAWE Nigeria National Annual Conference on Monday.Continue Reading
