Nigeria largest global producer of root, tuber crops – FG
2026-04-22
Nigeria largest global producer of root, tuber crops – FGContinue Reading
Nigeria loses N428bn annually to illicit spirits, wines trade- Association
2026-04-22
By Funmilayo Adeyemi The Spirits and Wines Association of Nigeria (SWAN) says Nigeria loses an estimated N428 billion annually to illicit trade in spirits and wines. The Director-General of the association, Tony Okwoju, disclosed this at the conclusion of a one-day stakeholders’ workshop on combating illicit trade in the spiritsContinue Reading
Nigeria, France partner to harmonise cultures through music
2026-04-22
By Patricia Amogu Nigeria is partnering with France to deepen cultural exchange and create a musical synergy aimed at redefining global sound. Stakeholders noted that music cuts across language barriers and serves as a universal form of expression understood by people of diverse cultures. They spoke onContinue Reading
Nigeria spends $150m annually on vaccines — NPHCDA
2026-04-21
By Abujah Racheal The Federal Government says it spends 150 million dollars annually on vaccine procurement. Dr Muyi Aina, Executive Director of the National Primary Health Care Development Agency (NPHCDA), disclosed this on Tuesday in Abuja, during the agency’s first quarterly media conference for 2026. Aina said funding for vaccinesContinue Reading
Nigeria, South Africa Navies deepen maritime ties at maiden staff talks
2026-04-21
The Nigerian Navy and the South African Navy have concluded their maiden Naval Staff Talks, aimed at strengthening bilateral cooperation and enhancing maritime security across Africa.Continue Reading
Don lauds Tinubu’s commitment to stable, prosperous Nigeria
2026-04-20
By Funmilayo Adeyemi A university don, Prof. Adams Agahiu, has commended President Bola Tinubu for reaffirming his commitment to building a stable, peaceful and prosperous nation. Agahiu, who is the Director, National Education Summit, gave the commendation while speaking with newsmen in Abuja on Monday. He said the President hadContinue Reading
Hayatu-Deen unveils 3 pillars to Nigeria’s prosperity
2026-04-19
By Funmilayo Adeyemi Renowned economist and banker, Mohammed Hayatu-Deen has presented a compelling roadmap for Nigeria to achieve sustainable greatness and long-term prosperity. The seasoned technocrat and former Group Managing Director of the New Nigeria Development Company (NDDC) spoke at the Silver Jubilee Awards Ceremony of the Independent Newspaper inContinue Reading
UN reaffirms support for Nigerian-led solutions
2026-04-14
By Cecilia Ologunagba The UN Deputy Secretary-General, Ms Amina Mohammed, has reaffirmed the organisation’s commitment to supporting Nigerian-led solutions to development and humanitarian challenges. UN spokesperson, Stéphane Dujarric, said Mohammed had returned from Nigeria, where she visited Zamfara and Benue states and met communities affected by insecurity and displacement. HeContinue Reading
Poor telecoms undermining emergency response in Nigeria — NEMSAS
2026-04-13
By Folasade Akpan The Nigerian Emergency Medical Services and Ambulance System (NEMSAS) says poor telecommunications connectivity remains a major challenge, limiting effective emergency response across the country. Dr Doubra Emuren, National Coordinator of NEMSAS, said this on Monday in Abuja at a workshop for journalists organised by NEMSAS inContinue Reading
Why Nigeria Must Fix the Language of Conflict Now
2026-04-06
By Dr Kabir Adamu For two days in Abuja, Nigeria confronted an uncomfortable truth: the country is not only battling insecurity on the ground; it is also losing control of the narratives that surround it. At the conference hosted by the National Counter Terrorism Centre, Office of the National SecurityContinue Reading
