IBEDC launches 55,000 free metres in Ibadan, warns against extortion, bypass

By Adewale Owoade ‎ ‎The Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC) has announced the resumption of its free prepaid metre installation exercise under Tranche B of the Metre Acquisition Fund (MAF) and Phase 1 of the Distribution Sector Recovery Programme (DISREP), two major initiatives aimed at closing the metering gap acrossContinue Reading

Group urges action on NIN, passport delays

By Monday Ijeh Nigerian community leaders across Europe, working with the International Advocacy for Human Rights and Anti-Corruption, have urged immediate government intervention to address persistent National Identification Number and passport processing difficulties affecting citizens abroad. The groups said their call followed a detailed report outlining the most pressing challengesContinue Reading

NCSCN backs Tinubu on ex-NIA DG ambassadorial nomination

By Sarafina Christopher The National Civil Society Council of Nigeria (NCSCN) says the nomination of Amb. Ayodele Oke, a former Director-General of the National Intelligence Agency (NIA), for ambassadorial appointment is commendable. President Bola Tinubu recently transmitted a second batch of 32 ambassadorial nominees to the Senate for confirmation, daysContinue Reading

2025 World AIDS Day: Empowering youths to lead zero AIDS generation

By Dorcas Elusogbon Mrs Ruth Ajayi, the Assistant Director of Nursing Services, Obafemi Awolowo University Teaching Hospital Complex (OAUTHC), has charged youths to lead an HIV/AIDS zero generation by practicing abstinence and acts that reduce transmission. Ajayi gave the charge during the 2025 World AIDS Day marked by Sunshine NurseryContinue Reading

Cleric unveils studio FILADELFIA, podcast in Lagos

By Okeoghene Akubuike Rev. Charles Ehanire, renowned gospel minister and award-winning music producer, popularly known as Prince Charles, has unveiled Studio FILADELFIA, a cutting-edge creative hub in Lagos. Ehanire said the studio aimed to empower artists, promote innovation, and enhance Lagos’ cultural space while providing opportunities for collaboration and growthContinue Reading

Transparent, innovative capital market key to economic growth – Udoma, others

By Rukayat Moisemhe Sen. Udoma Udo Udoma, Chairman, Seplat Energy Plc, has underscored the importance of a transparent, innovative and investor-friendly capital market to drive sustainable economic development. Udoma gave the advice at the 30th Anniversary Pearl Awards Night with theme: ” Celebrating a Legacy of Corporate Excellence”, on SundayContinue Reading

NIWRMC, Kano partner on water governance

The Nigeria Integrated Water Resources Management Commission (NIWRMC) and Kano State Water Board (KSWB) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen Nigerian’s water governance architecture and ensure sustainable service delivery. At the event, Dr Abdulmumini Aminu-Zaria, Executive Director of NIWRMC, said collaborations between the Federal and State GovernmentsContinue Reading