By Naomi Sharang The National Women Leader, National Assembly Legislative Aides Forum (NASLAF), Ayoola Fakunle, has sponsored and facilitated a capacity-building programme for female legislative aides. According to Fakunle, this is part of efforts to improve legislative efficiency and productivity. Speaking with journalists at the end of the training, sheContinue Reading
By Taiye Olayemi The Central Securities Clearing System Plc (CSCS) has appointed Mr Shehu Shantali as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective Jan. 1, 2026, following the receipt of regulatory no-objection. The company said in a statement on Friday that Shantali would succeed Mr Haruna Jalo-Waziri, who is steppingContinue Reading
By Aderonke Ojo Bishop Sam Tukura has urged Christians to cultivate a culture of genuine thanksgiving to God, saying many people often forget to appreciate divine blessings. Tukura gave the admonition on Sunday while preaching at the annual thanksgiving service of Christ the Rock of Ages Evangelical GospelContinue Reading
By Taiye Olayemi Wema Bank has disbursed N120 million in grants to youth-led startups, aimed at solving the nation’s development challenges through technology. The Managing Director of Wema Bank, Mr Moruf Oseni, who reaffirmed the bank’s commitment to youth-led innovation, said sustained investment in technology and talent is critical toContinue Reading
By Mark Longyen The United States Government says it has signed a 5.1 billion dollar five-year bilateral healthcare Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Nigeria. A statement issued on Sunday by the U.S. Mission in Nigeria on its official X handle, explained that the agreement aimed at advancing the U.S. government’sContinue Reading
By Sarafina Christopher The designation of Nigeria by the U.S. as a Country of Particular Concern (CPC) on religious freedom aims at encouraging reforms and constructive engagement, and will not weaken bilateral relations with Nigeria. A U.S. Congressional Delegation (CODEL) led by Rep. Bill Huizenga, stated this during a newsContinue Reading
By Sarafina Christopher United States’ Ambassador to Nigeria, Richard Mills, says the recent visa restrictions announced by the U.S. government are designed to address bilateral security concerns, and not actions targeted at Nigerians. Mills gave the clarification at a news conference on Sunday in Abuja during the visit of aContinue Reading
By Rita Iliya The Niger Police Command has confirmed the release of the remaining 130 abducted students and staff of St. Mary Catholic School, Papiri in Agwara Local Government Area of of Niger. The Police Public Relations Officer in the state, SP Wasiu Abiodun, disclosed this in a statement madeContinue Reading
By Rukayat Moisemhe The Business Recovery and Insolvency Practitioners Association of Nigeria(BRIPAN) has inaugurated Mr Albert Folorunsho as president, reaffirming its commitment to economic stability and business recovery. Outgoing president, Mr Chimezie Ihekweazu, revealed the leadership transition at the association’s Annual General Meeting held on Friday in Lagos. Ihekweazu saidContinue Reading
By Patricia Amogu A youth-led organisation, Tinubu Young Generation Forum (TYGF), has launched a leadership and mentorship initiative aimed at grooming young Nigerians for future leadership roles. The National President of the Forum, Mr Prince Kevin, said the initiative was part of efforts to sustain President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed HopeContinue Reading
